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Bokeh Lover’s Dream: The Best Meyer Optik Lenses

Bokeh Lover’s Dream: The Best Meyer Optik Lenses

by Nilofer Khan
April 9, 2026

Many photographers prefer to get some nice creamy bokeh to make their images stand out. While there are many first-party variants, they cost you thousands of dollars to get one good optical system. Those who can afford it will certainly go after first-party lenses, but those who can't will have to rely on third-party ones. So, we are here to showcase three Meyer Optik lenses that cost you less than $1000 but give you big results.

Simple Camera Settings For Astrophotography That Work

Simple Camera Settings For Astrophotography That Work

by Nilofer Khan
April 9, 2026

Humans have often loved and adored the stars. By simply looking up at the dark sky, which shines with glints of diamonds, we realise how tiny we are in the grand scheme of things. With many interested in the genre but unsure how to begin, we have decided to list a few suggestions to help photographers get better shots. Scroll down for more.

The 2026 World Press Photo Awards Have an Obvious Gear Trend

The 2026 World Press Photo Awards Have an Obvious Gear Trend

by Chris Gampat
April 9, 2026

Every year when the World Press Photo awards are announced, we do a breakdown of the gear that was used to make the images. It's something that every photographer wants to know about in the same way that photographers want to know about the Nikon camera in outer space. So we did a breakdown and you can see that below.

Is Sony Developing a New 67MP Stacked Sensor?

Is Sony Developing a New 67MP Stacked Sensor?

by Nilofer Khan
April 9, 2026

Sony has introduced some great sensors, which offer not just good colors but also great speed. Pair this with AI processors, you get yourself a camera that can withstand anything. Look at the a7 V or the a1 II. While there have been reports of the company introducing a 105MP sensor, there are no reports of when it may actually result in a new camera. Adding to this list is the report of a new full frame sensor, one that will be adored by hybrid photographers.

We Partnered With Imalume to Protect Photographers from Thieves

We Partnered With Imalume to Protect Photographers from Thieves

by Chris Gampat
April 9, 2026

After the popularity of our review of Imalume software, we here at the Phoblographer decided to partner with them. Imalume is a service that offers photographers a very affordable way to track down if their images are being used without consent and then to move forward with going after the thieves doing so. So today, we've got a very big announcement that's important for every photographer that's ever been scared of thieves.

The Best Budget Zoom Lenses From Nikon

The Best Budget Zoom Lenses From Nikon

by Nilofer Khan
April 8, 2026

Zoom lenses are quite important for photographers. One of the reasons is that they provide a versatile range in one lens, which is the most cost-effective for many photographers on a budget. If you are someone who has recently started using the Nikon system, then let us introduce you to two offerings that cost under $1,100. And each is perfect for your varying needs.

Join Us for a Very Special Photography Workshop

Join Us for a Very Special Photography Workshop

by Chris Gampat
April 8, 2026

This has been a very long time in the making, and I'm very excited to finally make this happen. The Phoblographer is launching workshops for photographers who want to find ways to grow beyond just what all the social media content developers and YouTubers tell you you need. And we're doing this in a very special way that so many others don't do. More importantly, we're doing this at an extremely affordable price point at a secret location in New York City.

Why The OM System OMD EM1 was Peak Micro Four Thirds

Why The OM System OMD EM1 was Peak Micro Four Thirds

by Nilofer Khan
April 8, 2026

Olympus has launched some important cameras over the years and the EM1 is one of them. The device was launched in 2013 and was designed specifically to replace the old E5, a DSLR. What EM1 offered was not just a better design but also impressive features. For instance, it was a mirrorless camera that was catering to the needs of professionals. Here is a brief overview of why it is highly regarded today.

Profoto Did Something Cool, Finally

Profoto Did Something Cool, Finally

by Chris Gampat
April 8, 2026

Not long ago, Profoto updated their Profoto Connect Pro transmitter with new firmware. It includes a lock screen and new TTL improvements for Nikon cameras. So I decided to update our review. And after even more time away from the product that I willingly spent money on, I've become more and more sour about the brand.