Kara Murphy

2 weeks ago | dpreview.com | Abby Ferguson |Kara Murphy

Photographing birds can be thrilling and frustrating at the same time. These creatures are fast and unpredictable, so documenting them requires more than a sharp eye. You need the right camera settings to freeze motion, capture fine detail, and handle challenging light. Whether you're tracking birds in your yard or out in the wild, photographing them perched or in flight, the right combination of shutter speed, aperture and autofocus can make all the difference when getting the shot.

3 weeks ago | dpreview.com | Kara Murphy

In response to claims made in a documentary, World Press Photo has suspended its official attribution for one of the most famous photographs of the 20th century. The Stringer, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January, raises questions about who took The Terror of War, an image that's become known as Napalm Girl. The 1972 photo of a naked nine-year-old girl, Phan Thi Kim Phuc, fleeing a napalm attack has long been credited to Nick Ut of the Associated Press (AP).

3 weeks ago | dpreview.com | Kara Murphy

Outdoor gear brand Mammut has opened entries for its 2025 Photo Contest. It's a global competition that invites professional and amateur photographers to capture their connection to the outdoors. This time around, there's an additional worldwide scavenger hunt offering the brand's gear and Leica cameras as prizes. Photographers can submit images in any of the six themed categories, including landscapes, wildlife, hidden natural spots and even outdoor meals.

3 weeks ago | dpreview.com | Kara Murphy

Leica has rolled out a new update, version 1.7, to its LUX iPhone app. It introduces a cinematic filter developed with British photographer Greg Williams. The update marks the debut of Leica's new "Artist Looks" series, which will feature collaborations with photographers known for their distinctive visual styles. Williams, who has captured celebrities such as Daniel Craig and Margot Robbie, helped design the new look to emulate his signature aesthetic.

3 weeks ago | dpreview.com | Kara Murphy

Last month, Fujifilm released a brief teaser clip for a new camera with the slogan "Half the Size, Twice the Story." Earlier this morning, it followed up with another clip and an official release date of May 22, 2025, at 1:00 am EST (May 21, 10 pm PST). The brief video, clocking in at a little over 30 seconds, was posted on the company's YouTube channel.