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Sonyâs Image Authenticity Firmware Updates
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Sony has finally brought its in-camera authentication technology to life for the a1, a1 II, and a9 III cameras. Called the Camera Authenticity Solution (CAS), it helps photographers and news outlets verify the authenticity of their images, which is increasingly important in todayâs AI-driven world. Using the C2PA standard, CAS embeds a secure digital signature in every photo at the moment itâs taken, storing this data in the camera itself. To make it even more reliable, Sony includes 3D depth metadata, ensuring not just that the image is real but that the event itself is authentic.
This system also timestamps images with a tamper-proof server time, and the signature stays intact during editing if you use compatible software like Adobeâs. Itâs worth noting that Sonyâs approach doesnât prove an image is âfakeâ but confirms when itâs real, offering a trusted baseline for content integrity.
DJI Gets Rid of No-Fly Zones
DJI is stepping back from enforcing âNo-Fly Zones,â putting the responsibility on pilots to stay out of restricted airspace. Instead of blocking flights, the app will now show FAA data and give you a warning if youâre near controlled areasâyou can dismiss it and keep flying if you choose. DJI says this shift makes sense now that drone rules are well-established and operators are expected to know and follow them.
The update, already tested in Europe, is rolling out now. Just connect your app, hit âUpdateâ on the FlySafe alert, and fly responsibly!
A Parfocal 15-35mm Zoom Probe Lens by Laowa?
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Venus Optics has announced itâs working on a new âgroundbreakingâ zoom probe lens under its Laowa brand, set to launch later this year. Known for creating the original probe lens concept with the 24mm f/14 Periprobe in 2018 and the 24mm f/8 Pro2be in 2023, Laowa is taking things further with this new 15-35mm parfocal lens. It promises a wider field of view and greater creative flexibility thanks to its 2.3x zoom range.
While full specs are still under wraps, Venus Optics says the lens will offer up to 2x magnification, sharp detail capture, and a waterproof barrel for underwater shots. Like the Pro2be, it will have interchangeable parts for use as a periscope, tilted view, or direct probe. More details, including pricing, will come when the lens is officially announced, but itâs expected to ship in Q2 2025.
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Photographer Spotlight
Discover amazing photographers
This time in the Spotlight: Loizos Koutsantonis
You can find him on Instagram as: @loizoskoutsantonis
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Weekly Photo Analysis
Welcome to a new addition to the magazine: the weekly photo analysis, where I will analyse a photo and talk about the composition, lighting whatâs positive, whatâs negative etc. so that you can learn and better your own photography from it ;)
This weeks photo by: Eugenia Hanganu
You can find her on Instagram as: @eugeniahanganu
Composition
Positive: The subject is placed really well in the frameâslightly off-center, which makes the shot feel balanced and intentional. The foreground bokeh adds some nice depth and makes the image feel layered and rich.
Negative: The bokeh is almost too much. It takes up a big chunk of the frame and can pull attention away from the subject. Some could say less couldâve been more here, however I personally like it.
Lighting
Positive: The lighting is lovelyâsoft and warm, and it falls on the subjectâs face just right, making them the clear focus. The subtle light in the background adds some dimension and shows off a hint of the setting.
Negative: The background is a bit too dark, though. You lose some of the details that couldâve made the scene feel more complete. A bit more light back there could help tell the story better.
Mood and Storytelling
Positive: This photo tells a story, no question. The subjectâs postureâkind of reflective, maybe even reverentâworks perfectly with the setting. The warm tones and soft focus add to that quiet, introspective vibe.
Negative: The storytelling feels a little incomplete. Whatâs the red object theyâre holding? It seems important, but we donât get enough clues about it or the overall scene to fully connect the dots.
Depth and Layers
Positive: The image has great layersâthe foreground bokeh, the subject, and the background architecture all work together to create a sense of depth. It feels dynamic rather than flat.
Negative: The layers arenât amazingly balanced. The bokeh dominates a bit too much, and the background fades away. That throws off the harmony between the layers.
Colors
Positive: The warm tones (reds and oranges) are super eye-catching and match the mood of the scene. It feels inviting and emotional.
Negative: Thereâs a lot of warmth. It borders on overpowering. Balancing it with a bit of cooler tones or desaturating the reds slightly mightâve helped keep it from feeling overwhelming, however again personally I donât mind.
Subject Placement
Positive: The subject is framed well in the overall shot, and their face is sharp and well-lit. Their posture feels natural and fits the mood of the scene.
Negative: Where theyâre looking kind of leads your eyes out of the frame instead of pulling you deeper into the scene.
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