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The World's Most Expensive Micro 4/3rds Camera

The latest from the Phoblographer for January 27th, 2026.

Chris Gampat
January 27, 2026

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AI vs Human Retouching: The Quality Gap Is Bigger Than Expected

By Nilofer Khan

January 27, 2026

With the introduction of AI, many companies have rushed to invest in the medium. This includes photo editing platforms, which have claimed they truly help reduce workload and increase output. What's more, the brands are working to push it on all of us. While the latter is a great idea, the quality has often been a question that has never seen a proper answer -- until now. New research conducted by a Virginia-based company reveals a different truth. One that will hurt the AI companies. So does humanity have hope?

Olympus and The World’s Most Expensive Micro 4/3 Camera

By Nilofer Khan

January 27, 2026

Olympus cameras and lenses have been great options for many photographers. Not only do they offer great build quality, but they also deliver clear, distinct images that set them apart from other brands. Of the many cameras launched over the years, the one that continues to reign over is the Olympus Pen F. For a camera launched in 2016, Olympus offers something others don't, making it an asset in a depreciating camera market.

The Ancient Arabic Idea That Might Fix Photography Today

By Nilofer Khan

January 27, 2026

Not too long ago, our Gear Editor, Feroz Khan, penned an exceptional piece that discussed aphantasia, a term that describes the inability to visualize images in one's mind's eye. Today, I am here to discuss another term that can help modern photographers strike a balance: Wasatiyyah (وسطية) or Wasat (وسط). So, what does it mean? And how can photographers benefit from this? Let's have a look.

Lomography’s New Lomo Explorer Straps Offer an Ethical Alternative to Peak Design Straps

By Alberto Lima

January 27, 2026

Like camera bags, many photographers are always on a quest for the perfect camera strap. For a photographer like me, that usually means finding a strap that is aesthetically pleasing yet still offers a ton of flexibility. Lomography recently released two new Lomo Explorer Camera Straps – one minimalist, thin, black leather strap, and one nylon strap with a quick-release system – that offer photographers style, substance, and an ethical alternative to Peak Design’s quick-release straps.

The Designer Who Saw the Future of Cameras Before Anyone Else

By Nilofer Khan

January 27, 2026

Every era in photography has seen its share of standard camera designs. For instance, film cameras were rangefinder-style, offering a more or less the same set of built-in buttons. The DSLR era changed that, with newer modern DSLRs having the best of both bulky and smaller designs. Then came mirrorless, a system that is known for its compactness and form factor. But while most camera designers were looking at sharp edges and neat cuts, there was one person who dreamed of being different: Luigi Colani. Here is a look at how his designs, despite being controversial, remain both strange and imaginative at the same time.

Unlike Influencers, We’re Not Bought!

By Chris Gampat

January 26, 2026

Let's quickly talk about the economics of running Phoblographer. Real talk: if everyone who came to the site was charged $1, I'd have enough money in under a week to fund the website for the entire year without banner ads. Trust me, if I could get rid of banner ads, I would. But the truth is that they help the staff get paid, the server bill get settled, etc. And with the current state of the economy, things are tougher for publications than ever. But the Phoblographer's annual banner-ad-free subscription is only $25/year. That's kind of like you're only paying a bit over $2 a month. With that said, if everyone who came to the site in the period of a month bought a year-long subscription, we'd have enough money to fund the website and grow it for several years to come.

No, the Price of Your Leica Camera Isn’t Going to Hit an All Time Low

By Chris Gampat

January 26, 2026

I remember when I bought my Leica M6 from a Sony Artisan. Immediately after purchasing it, I loaded it with film and took a photograph of the Norwood Club, where we did the transaction. The fine gentleman who sold it to me was touched emotionally because he realized that he was a part of the process of my making my first image with that camera. That statement didn't strike me all that much back then, but as time has gone on, it resonates with me so much. I still own it, and only once did I ever consider selling it when Phoblographer was in a very bad spot financially. The price of my Leica M6 has gone up and down. After getting a CLA last year, it still feels and runs like it did so many years ago. This, honestly, is what separates Leica from every other camera brand on the market.

The 3 Best Full-Frame Nikon Cameras That Dominate in High-ISO Shooting

By Nilofer Khan

January 26, 2026

Some Nikon cameras have models that perform better than others in low light. In the DSLR series, the DF, D850, and D750 were additions that offer good performance at night. But with the Z mount now a main component of the company, we have decided to reveal the models that shine bright when it comes to high ISO performance. If you like watching a lot at night, these offerings can be helpful.

I was Born Rich. Of Course, I’m a Leica Photographer

By Alberto Lima

January 26, 2026

If there were ever a single camera company that has positioned itself at the center of the “greatest of all time” conversation, it is Leica. Born in Wetzlar, Germany, the original Leica changed photography and what was possible in it forever. And their fans will never let you forget this – assuming you can afford to vacation with them. There are many, many fans of the Red Dot camera – they are, after all, the Rolex of the camera world – but this article is certainly not for them.