Latest articles by Hillary K. Grigonis
Instax is about to get a lot better at printing text on instant film, if this new premium mobile printer is any indication
INSTAX Fujifilm's Instax Mini Link+ is a portable photo printer made to also print text and graphics, but it has only been announced in Japan
The newest Fujifilm compact camera “time-travels” with an Eras Dial and a Super-8-inspired design. But, there’s a catch
NEWS The Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Cinema has a dial to replicate looks from different decades, but it's only been announced in Japan
The new Meike 23mm f/1.4 weighs about as much as a can of soup and costs less than US$300
NEWS The new Meike 23mm f/1.4 STM Neo is designed for bright apertures and 6K resolution on a budget
This plug-and-play mic is designed to blend in with clothing at a tiny 8.8mm deep – and it’s surprisingly affordable
CES 2026 The SmallRig S70 is a new wireless tieclip mic designed to level up audio while blending in
Camera glasses are about to get more useful while on camera with teleprompters. But, Meta’s Ray-Ban Display is so popular, the international launch is on hold
GLASSES The Meta Ray-Ban Display now has a teleprompter feature, but the UK, Canada, and others will have longer to wait
Camera-themed laptops are a thing now. The Asus ProArt PX13 GoPro Edition takes action cam inspiration for a rugged laptop with a rotating touchscreen
GOPRO The Asus ProArt PX13 GoPro Edition has a GoPro-like look, shortcut key, and even a microSD card slot
Best Lightroom alternatives in 2026: Switching doesn't have to mean sacrificing powerful editing tools
Buying guide These are the best Lightroom alternatives for anyone who wants an all-in-one editor without a subscription
This giant digital photo frame rearranges millions of ink capsules for a cord-free art display that can still display pictures when powered off!
CES 2026 The Pocketbook Inkposter Tela and Duna are the largest E Ink digital art displays yet
Is DJI banned in the US? Yes, but there’s some fine print. This is what the DJI "ban" really means
DRONES Future DJI drone launches won't be legal to sell in the US, but American pilots can still buy – and fly – existing models
This camera brand is developing its own sensor. I hope the change indicates a push for even better color science
NEWS According to a recent interview, Leica is working on developing its own in-house sensor
Compact cameras are climbing in popularity nearly as fast as DSLRs are declining, the latest stats suggest
CIPA The CIPA data for November shows a continuing trend of compact camera growth and DSLR decline, as mirrorless remains the reigning champ
Instagram, as we know it, is dead. But as Instagram head Adam Mosseri calls pro photographs “boring,” where is Instagram headed next?
OPINION In aq post that is angering many photographers, Instagram Head Adam Mosseri discusses authenticity and what's next for Instagram
Some point-and-shoot cameras are surprisingly good at macro photography. The reason? It's actually because of those small sensors
OPINION A small sensor is usually a bad thing, but some point-and-shoot cameras can use a tiny sensor for closer macro photography
The internet is calling out Grok for “nudifying” photos. But it’s not even the first time X’s AI has been under fire for undressing photos
A new X feature and an AI bikini trend is resurfacing a debate on consent in the age of AI
These mesmerizing images of the aurora were captured above the clouds. Pilot Ralf Rohner shares how he takes award-winning astrophotography from the cockpit (and the ground)
ASTRO Astrophotographer and pilot Ralf Rohner explains what it's like to photograph the night sky from the cockpit
From keychains to 102MP powerhouses, 2025 couldn’t have brought a stranger mix of point-and-shoots – and I hope these compact camera trends are just a sign of more to come
2025 TRENDS From the viral Kodak Charmera to the Fujifilm GFX100RF, 2025 brought a spectacularly diverse range of compact cameras
I took an old lens from my favorite film camera – and put it on my digital camera. My mirrorless camera has never felt more retro
RETRO I adapted an old film lens onto my digital camera for a retro look. This is what I captured
Is it time to break up with old Photoshop tools like Unsharp Mask and the Healing Brush? These 7 former favorite Photoshop tools now have faster modern replacements
PHOTOSHOP Tools like Unsharp Mask, Lasso, and the Healing Brush have modern replacements that could save users a lot of time (in some cases, even without AI)
7Artisans teases three tiny new 180g lenses – that’s less than the weight of many smartphones
TEASER Lens brand 7Artisans is teasing a new "Lite" series of lenses in China with a compact design
The best photo calendars: Create a personalized photo calendar online, ready for 2026
BUYING GUIDE The best photo calendars are a great way to remember important dates and show off your favorite photos
Photoshop can now use third-party AI for Generative Fill. But what is each model best for, and when should you switch from Firefly to Nano Banana or Flux?
TUTORIAL Photoshop's Generative Fill can now use models like Nano Banana and Flux.2, but what is each AI model best for?
I’m an American drone pilot. The new foreign-made drone ban effectively stunts consumer drone tech – and could make aerial photography and videography far more expensive
OPINION By banning all new non-USA-made drones, consumer drone tech is effectively on an indefinite pause in the US
The Sony A7 V’s dynamic range is impressive, which is why I find this one camera spec so disappointing
OPINION The Sony A7 V has impressive dynamic range, but the low-light autofocus sensitivity has the same rating as the A7 IV
