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6 itemsGetty Images' bankruptcy and plan to go private dominated industry news, while OM System's PEN launch drew warnings of long delivery delays and a new firmware update unlocked faster autofocus on three OM lenses.
Getty Images files for bankruptcy and plans to go private
Getty Images announced a restructuring agreement and a prepackaged Chapter 11 process, after the NYSE suspended trading and began delisting its shares on September 29.
Why it mattersA major stock-photo supplier's collapse affects photographer payments, contracts and licensing, so contributors should watch for next steps.
OM System PEN launches October 30, some orders delayed to 2027
OM System confirmed an October 30, 2026 PEN launch, but warned heavy preorders could push some camera and accessory deliveries to spring 2027 or later.
Why it mattersPhotographers planning to buy the PEN may face months of waiting, so ordering early or having a backup body matters.
iPhone 18 Pro manual shutter speed disables multi-frame stacking
Testing found that switching the iPhone 18 Pro to manual exposure cuts Apple's multi-frame image stacking out of the pipeline, producing noisier low-light shots.
Why it mattersPhotographers using Pro controls should know manual shutter speed trades away computational noise reduction in dim light.
OM firmware update unlocks 50fps C-AF on three lenses
OM released firmware for the OM 40-150mm PRO, 100-400mm and 150-600mm lenses that unlocks 50fps continuous autofocus on compatible OM cameras.
Why it mattersOwners of these lenses get faster burst autofocus without buying new gear, useful for action and wildlife shooters.
Pergear launches $69 10mm f/5.6 II pancake fisheye
Pergear released the updated 10mm f/5.6 II pancake fisheye for APS-C cameras, a metal, ultra-compact lens priced at $69.
Why it mattersIt is a cheap way for APS-C shooters to try ultra-wide fisheye framing without a big investment.
Panasonic Lumix S 20mm f/2.5 reviewed against kit zoom
Panasonic's compact full-frame L-mount 20mm f/2.5 prime costs $498 and overlaps with the 20-60mm kit zoom, raising questions about its value.
Why it mattersLumix owners weighing a small prime against the zoom they already own get a direct comparison of price and purpose.