The Head On Photo Festival 2025 returns to Sydney from 7-30 November, bringing exhibitions of work from more than 70 photographers and with announcements of the winners of the annual competitions.
DxO launches FilmPack 8 film emulation software
The latest edition of DxO’s film simulation software introduces a new Time Warp Mode, along with full integration with Adobe Photoshop and 15 new analog film simulations.
Sony announces FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS lens
November will see the release of Sony’s first medium telephoto macro lens in the G Master series, the FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS, which offers 1.4x magnification and advanced stabilisation.
Viltrox launches Spark Z3: ‘Cyber Mech’ flash
Viltrox has released the pocket-sized Spark Z3 TTL on-camera flash, which combines intelligent automation, precise manual control, and rapid responsiveness.
Winners announced for Felix Schoeller Photo Award 2025
The winners of the two photography awards, the Felix Schoeller Photo Award and the German Peace Prize for Photography, were announced on Thursday, 25 September.
Meet Australia’s best wildlife photographers
If you’re in Sydney next week you have the chance to meet some of Australia’s best wildlife photographers at the Australian National Maritime Museum in Darling Harbour.
Panasonic introduces long awaited Lumix S 100-500mm f/5-7.1 O.I.S. lens
Due for release in early November, Panasonic’s first ultra-telephoto L-mount zoom lens is highly portable, weather-resistant and supports up to seven stops of in-built stabilisation.
2025 Sony Alpha Awards winners announced
Sony has announced the winners of its tenth annual Sony Alpha Awards, which celebrate the spectacular talents of Australian and New Zealand photographers captured on Sony Alpha cameras and lenses.
Women Photographers 1900–1975: A Legacy of Light at NGV
Opening 28 November 2025 at NGV International is a new exhibition featuring the works of more than 70 influential female photographers working between 1900 to 1975.
Winners of Canon’s 2025 Grants Program announced
Canon Oceania has announced the winners of its 2025 Grants Program, a cornerstone of its long-term community engagement strategy, which provides funding and technology to grassroots organisations.
