Panasonic has announced the world's first 8K high-resolution global shutter technology. This can capture 36 megapixel images at 60fps using a CMOS image sensor with an organic photoconductive film (OPF). Utilizing the global shutter function that enables simultaneous image capture by all pixels, Panasonic expect to be able to capture moving objects instantaneously without distortion. Will we see this sensor used in the successor to the GH5/GH5s cameras?

LG will introduce the first of a suite of AI technologies for its smartphones at this year’s Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain. The new technology will be featured in the 2018 version of the LG V30, LG’s most advanced flagship smartphone to date.

‘Love in London’ is an iconic photography competition celebrating unity and hope in the aftermath of a turbulent year. The aim is to inspire London with a wave of positivity and love, with the winning photos being displayed across the capital on digital adverts, including billboards and bus stop signs.

Panasonic further grows its range of Lumix G cameras with the GX9. Billed by Panasonic as a premium street photography camera, the GX9 slots into the range alongside the GX8 and GX80, replacing neither of these models. 

The Panasonic GX9 is most readily compared to the GX80. In general, any new features mentioned in this first look are against the GX80. 

We’ve had extended time with a final version of the camera prior to its announcement. Ahead of our full review, let’s take a look at our first impressions of the Panasonic Lumix GX9.

Panasonic updates its premium travel-zoom compact camera, the Lumix TZ100, with the launch of the Panasonic Lumix TZ200. However, the TZ100 will not be phased out and the two cameras will be available simultaneously.

We’ve had our hands on a pre-production version ahead of its launch. At this stage we cannot comment on image quality or handling from our brief time with the camera. We will be sure to share our full review soon, once we’ve had enough time with a final version.

This article details the new features of the TZ200. So how does the TZ200 compare to the TZ100? Let’s take a look at what’s new.

Want to see exactly what the new Panasonic Lumix GX9 compact system camera looks like in the flesh?

Check out our extensive hands-on gallery of photos of the Panasonic GX9 camera.

Want to see exactly what the new Panasonic Lumix TZ200 premium compact camera looks like in the flesh?

Check out our extensive hands-on gallery of photos of the Panasonic TZ200 camera.

The Panasonic Lumix GX9 is a new compact system camera with a sleek design aimed at street photographers. The GX9 has a 20.3 megapixel Digital Live MOS Sensor, Live View Finder that tilts up 80-degrees, 3.0-inch 1240K-dot touch monitor, 5-axis Dual Image Stabilisation system, 4K video recording, an exposure dial and a focus lever, and Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity.

The Panasonic GX9 will go on sale in the UK in early March, priced at £699 (body only).

The Panasonic Lumix TZ200 is a new travel zoom camera with a 1-inch image sensor and a 15x, 24-360mm Leica optical zoom lens. The TZ200 also has 5-axis image stabilisation, a Live View Finder, a 3-inch touchscreen, 3cm macro mode, internal RAW development, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, and can shoot 4K and 120fps video.

The Panasonic TZ200 goes on sale in the UK in early March, priced at £729.

Lightroom Classic CC v7.2 has just been released. This version offers faster performance on machines with 12 GB of RAM or more, when you import and export photos, move between photos in Loupe view, or create HDR images and panoramas. 

The Leica Q ‘Snow’ is a new special edition camera designed by the Swiss Olympic gold medalist and passionate Leica photographer Iouri Podladtchiko. The Leica Q ‘Snow’ by Iouri Podladtchikov is presented as a set, complete with a case in soft white leather and an exquisite color-matched leather carrying strap. It will be available beginning March 2018 at Leica Stores, Boutiques and Dealers worldwide for £4,300 inc. VAT.

Meyer-Optik-Görlitz have just launched the second version of their Somnium 85 F1.5 lens, known for its swirly bokeh. Currently available for pre-sale for $999, half the full price of $1999, the Somnium II 85 F1.5 is a new version of the first ever art lens that Meyer-Optik-Görlitz released, which now comes in a more modern, enhanced design with a matt black finish, improved focu ring, and clickless aperture ring for videography. The Somnium II 85 F1.5 will be handmade in Hamburg Germany and will be available in Canon-EF, Nikon-F, M42, Pentax-K, Sony-E & Fuji X mounts.

In collaboration with Hasselblad and seven professional photographers, IKEA will sell a selection of pictures from the Hasselblad Master Award extensive catalogue. 

Nikon UK has announced that it will be exhibiting its product line-up and hosting a range of fantastic speakers at The Photography Show 2018.

The Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art is billed as the ultimate ultra-wide-angle zoom for Canon and Nikon 35mm full-frame DSLRs. While minimising distortion, this lens offers outstanding F2.8 brightness throughout the zoom range and delivers top-level image quality at every focal length and every shooting distance. Pricing is still to be confirmed, with delivery for Canon, Nikon and Sigma mounts  due in March.

From 10 to 20 February 2018 you can get any filter from the Irix Edge collection with a 15% price reduction. In addition, it’s also a great occasion for anyone thinking of buying an 11mm lens as both Firefly and Blackstone prices have also been lowered.

Hasselblad is proud to announce the latest addition to its growing brand stores and experience studios. In partnership with DJI’s New York office, the New York Studio offers the photography community a chance to interact with Hasselblad directly.

Tenba has announced the launch of two brand new accessory ranges designed to complement its own range of camera bags - the BYOB Backpack Inserts and Insulated Bottle Pouch.