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The Second View App is a Light Meter and Distance Scale with Parallax Correction and More

30 April 2026 at 21:26

A smartphone mounted on a camera rig displays a live view of green maple leaves, with detailed camera settings visible on the screen. The background shows matching green foliage.

Second View is a newly-developed app that turns an iPhone into an all-in-one assistant device for analog photographers. Not only does it include mainstay functions like a light meter and exposure timers, but it also includes a LiDAR distance scale, parallax correction, and film stock reciprocity correction.

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  • Photographers and Scientists Partner to Solve the Riddle of the Ghost Orchid Kate Garibaldi
    A new documentary follows photographers and scientists deep into Florida’s most remote swamps in search of answers to one of botany’s most enduring questions: what pollinates the elusive ghost orchid. Long considered one of North America’s rarest and least understood flowers, the species has resisted decades of study, with its reproduction largely undocumented in the wild. [Read More]
     

Photographers and Scientists Partner to Solve the Riddle of the Ghost Orchid

30 April 2026 at 21:14

A moth hovers near white flowers against a black background. Large white text reads “CHASING GHOSTS.”.

A new documentary follows photographers and scientists deep into Florida’s most remote swamps in search of answers to one of botany’s most enduring questions: what pollinates the elusive ghost orchid. Long considered one of North America’s rarest and least understood flowers, the species has resisted decades of study, with its reproduction largely undocumented in the wild.

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  • How to Use Bernat All In One Granny Square Yarn with Tutorials Mikey
    Exclusive only to Yarnspirations is Bernat All In One Granny yarn that launched in late December 2024. In today's economy, crocheters cannot afford to waste, and this yarn checks all the boxes to cut down on the amount of yarn purchased. I'll explain. This material is the infamous Bernat Blanket yarn reformated. Quick Demonstrations Mikey […] The post How to Use Bernat All In One Granny Square Yarn with Tutorials appeared first on The Crochet Crowd.
     

How to Use Bernat All In One Granny Square Yarn with Tutorials

By: Mikey
30 April 2026 at 20:48

Exclusive only to Yarnspirations is Bernat All In One Granny yarn that launched in late December 2024. In today's economy, crocheters cannot afford to waste, and this yarn checks all the boxes to cut down on the amount of yarn purchased. I'll explain. This material is the infamous Bernat Blanket yarn reformated. Quick Demonstrations Mikey […]

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Fujifilm Named as One of TIME’s 100 Most Influential Companies of 2026

30 April 2026 at 19:45

TIME 100" logo with a vintage video camera on the left of "TIME" and a modern instant camera on the right of "100," both set against a white background.

TIME Magazine has published its annual 100 most influential companies list and Fujifilm was named as a "pioneer" by the storied publication. Not only did it make the list of 100 most influential companies, it was also a 2026 Industry Leader in the Hardware sector.

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  • Crochet Granny Comfy Cardigan Stitch Along Mikey
    Yarnspirations presents a pattern I have been curious about: the Bernat Blanket Crochet Cardigan. I don't see many designs in this category for this yarn. Though you see the front as a crochet granny stitch in rows, the back of the cardigan has four granny squares to cover most of you. This is using Bernat […] The post Crochet Granny Comfy Cardigan Stitch Along appeared first on The Crochet Crowd.
     

Crochet Granny Comfy Cardigan Stitch Along

By: Mikey
30 April 2026 at 19:22

Yarnspirations presents a pattern I have been curious about: the Bernat Blanket Crochet Cardigan. I don't see many designs in this category for this yarn. Though you see the front as a crochet granny stitch in rows, the back of the cardigan has four granny squares to cover most of you. This is using Bernat […]

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All Godox Lighting Products Will Now Live Under One Roof in the US

30 April 2026 at 18:39

Two types of photography lights—a Godox speedlight flash and a small white LED video light—are displayed against a vibrant gradient background of blue, purple, and pink.

MAC Group and MPEX Distribution have joined forces to form Godox USA, a new enterprise that unifies all of Godox's products under MAC Group's umbrella.

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Stop Using AA Lithium Batteries in Portable Strobes and Speedlights

30 April 2026 at 17:13

Three camera flashes—Sony, Canon, and Nikon—are displayed upright side by side against a dark background with dramatic orange flames rising beneath and behind them.

This week, Canon published a Service Notice to its websites urging photographers not to use lithium or lithium-ion batteries in its Speedlites, battery packs, and macro twin light products, surprising many that this was suddenly an issue. The thing is, it's not sudden at all, and almost every manufacturer cautions against it.

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Tecno Camon 50 Ultra Review: Decent Cameras Buried by AI

30 April 2026 at 16:38

A hand holding a smartphone displaying a photo of several white ducks standing together outdoors, with a "PetaPixel Reviews" logo on a dark background to the right.

The best camera features generally go to top flagships for good reason, but mid-range brands like Tecno always try to punch above their weight. The Tecno Camon 50 Ultra may be a phone you’ve never heard of, yet its camera system is varied enough to stand out.

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This Compact Digital ‘Film’ Camera Has Raised Nearly $900,000

30 April 2026 at 16:03

Two retro-style cameras, one beige and one black, labeled "Rewindpix," are side by side on a glossy surface with a dark background. Both cameras feature large lenses and prominent viewfinders.

Last December, photographer and designer Xiao Liu announced Rewindpix, a digital, screen-free compact camera designed to offer an analog experience. It launched on Kickstarter earlier this month, and with 11 days left in the campaign, it has shattered its funding goal by over $870,000.

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The Top 10 Photos From the Wiki Loves Monuments Photo Contest Will Inspire Wanderlust

30 April 2026 at 15:28

An ancient, sandy brick archway stands in the foreground, with crumbling walls on each side. In the background, a tall snow-capped mountain rises majestically against a clear blue sky.

The Wikimedia Foundation has announced the winners of the 16th edition of the Wiki Loves Monuments photo competition -- with three of the top five entries hailing from Iran.

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New Instagram Policies Target Reposted Content

30 April 2026 at 14:59

Instagram interface displaying a "For you" section with trending photos and short videos, including people dancing, selfies, clothing, winter scenes, and creative shots. Below is a "Popular with Friends" section with more images.

Instagram is widening its efforts to prioritize original creators with a new algorithm update that directly targets accounts built on reposted content, not just in Reels but now across photos and carousel posts as well.

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