Sony is set to announce a new model of its RX10 enthusiast long zoom compact next week, according to a teaser video. Captioned "The wait is over. A new RX10 is coming 7/9/2026," it shows off a silhouette of what appears to be the camera's lens and body.
The reference to a wait is apt. The RX10 IV, which featured a 20MP Type 1 sensor (116mm²) and a 24–600mm equiv. lens, was released in late 2017, and hasn't been available to buy new for a while now. That absence has been felt even stronger because of the lack of other cameras in this class. Panasonic's FZ1000 II was one of its closest competitors, but is also now unavailable.
Other bridge cameras, like the Nikon P1100 or Panasonic ZS300, fill similar roles of offering a ton of zoom range, but with different sets of trade-offs. The P1100 offers a massive 24–3000 mm zoom range, but uses a Type 1/2.3 (28mm²) sensor that makes even the RX10 IV's look massive by comparison. And while the ZS300 also uses a Type 1 sensor, its 24–360mm is decidedly less ambitious with an aperture range of F3.3–6.4, compared to the RX10 IV's F2.4-4 (equivalent to F9-17.4 and F6.5-10.9, respectively).
Sony's teaser has essentially no other information on what upgrades it has made to the RX10 IV's formula in the near decade since it launched, but we don't have long before we find out. According to the video, the announcement will be at 07:00 Pacific / 15:00 BST on July 9th.
Canon EOS 5D | F8 | 3 sec | ISO 250 Photo: Rishi Sanyal
This weekend, people and cities across the US will be celebrating the Fourth of July with the traditional large firework displays. If you're trying to capture those, there are a few things you'll want to keep in mind if you want to get pictures that truly sparkle.
We've outlined the most important ones in a video, which you can watch below:
If you're looking for a more in-depth look at how to shoot fireworks, including tips from someone who's done it professionally, we have a few articles you can dive into, too. Stay safe, have fun, and get some great shots!
PS: not American? These tips will work just as well on November 5th, December 31st or any other day with big fireworks displays. It's never too early to start planning!
Fujifilm is celebrating the 40th birthday of the QuickSnap series of single-use 35mm film cameras. To mark the occasion, the company has announced two new additions: the QuickSnap Black and White and Active.
The QuickSnap Black and White is Fujifilm's first one-time-use camera that uses monochrome film. That perhaps isn't too surprising; while Fujifilm has produced black and white film under its Neopan brand since 1952, the line has been whittled down over the years to just a single stock, Neopan 100 Acros II.
The simply named QuickSnap Black and White is the company's first monochrome single-use film camera in the lineup. Image: Fujifilm
The new disposable camera uses 400 speed film, but Fujifilm hasn't specified an emulsion. Given that Fujifilm's only black and white film in production right now is 100 speed, it isn't that. But it isn't clear if this is a proprietary emulsion made for the camera, or if it's sourced from a third party like Ilford. Either way, Fujifilm says the film stock is "designed to capture rich contrasts, tones and textured grains."
The black and white camera uses a 1/140 sec shutter speed and a plastic, 32mm lens with fixed focus and F10 aperture, as is typical on single-use film cameras. It features a built-in flash with a range of roughly 3 meters (10'), and a switch to turn the flash on and off. It offers 27 exposures and can be developed with C-41 chemistry.
The QuickSnap Active replaces the QuickSnap Waterproof, though it is functionally the exact same. Image: Fujifilm
The QuickSnap Active replaces the previous waterproof QuickSnap. It's designed to withstand rain and underwater adventures up to 10 meters (33'), thanks to an integrated waterproof housing. It also uses a 32mm plastic lens with F10 aperture and fixed focus, though a slightly slower 1/125 sec shutter speed.
The Active uses an 800 speed color negative film. The previous waterproof camera likely used Superia X-TRA 800, but it isn't clear yet if that continues in the new Active. Unlike the black and white offering, the Active does not feature a flash. It is capable of 27 exposures and can be developed with C-41 chemistry.
The Fujifilm QuickSnap Active and Black and White will be available for purchase in early September for $25 and $23, respectively.
Press release:
FUJIFILM QuickSnap™ One-Time Use Cameras Celebrate 40 years with New Product Announcements
New Black and White Variety and an Updated Waterproof Camera Introduced
VALHALLA, N.Y., June 30, 2026 — FUJIFILM North America Corporation, Imaging Division, is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the introduction of its QuickSnap™ one-time use camera line with the introduction of two new varieties of its popular portable camera lineup – QuickSnap Black and White™, and QuickSnap Active™, which replaces the current waterproof QuickSnap™ camera.
"For 40 years, FUJIFILM QuickSnap™ cameras have been trusted companions for people making images on the go," said Bing Liem, division president, Imaging Division, FUJIFILM North America Corporation. "In the age of endless smartphone imagery, one-time use cameras have always offered something unique – intentionality. A dedicated device in your hand solely used for image-making – a departure from the constant beeping, buzzing, or alerts from our electronic devices. QuickSnap™ reminds us to take a breath, be authentic, and capture a raw moment, filter-free. These latest new varieties take that intentionality a step further, bringing users the artistic flair of black and white photography, or the go-anywhere capability of a durable all weather camera."
Key features of QuickSnap Black and White™:
Designed to capture rich contrasts, tones, and textured grains with its integrated ISO 400 135 Black and White negative film
Built-in flash with a range of approximately 10 feet
Switch for flash
27 exposures
35mm film (film processing not included)
Developed with C-41 chemistry for easy developing
Key features of QuickSnap Active™:
Designed for unpredictable, all-weather, all-terrain adventures with a protective housing and wrist strap
ISO 800 135 Color negative film
No flash
27 exposures
35mm film (film processing not included)
Developed with C-41 chemistry for easy developing
Waterproof up to 35 feet
Pricing and Availability
FUJIFILM QuickSnap Black and White™ is expected to be available early September 2026 at a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $22.90 USD and $34.99 CAD. FUJIFILM QuickSnap Active™ is expected to be available early September 2026 at a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $24.75 USD and $36.99 CAD.
The above screenshot of the Insta360 CEO’s computer was taken from a publicly available video post on Chinese social media and contains some hints on upcoming Insta360 products (check also the ongoing Insta360 sale):
From the top, the first item is a Luna Ultra firmware
Next is “compared OP4.mov”: OP4 here is most likely a comparison with the OSMO Pocket 4
Next is “X6 360 pv (X6&001) compressed.mov”: clearly referring to a new X6 product (the next 360 camera model?)
Next is a folder named “z0 latest sample for jk (only roughly adjusted exposure and color)”: the rumored mirrorless camera from Insta360 is called Z0 (this is probably a code name, not a final product name)
Next is “X6 360 pv (X6&001) .mov.larkcache”, again the X6 (the next 360 camera model)
“z03 compared OP4.mov.larkcache”: this seems to be a new product labeled as Z03
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