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Technology & ScienceThursday 18 June 2026

Professional photographers just got a major upgrade to their toolkit. Profoto has expanded support for Sony's a9 III camera, enabling eight of its lighting systems to achieve unprecedented flash sync speeds of up to 1/80,000th of a second when paired with the camera's new global shutter technology.

This breakthrough means photographers can shoot at faster speeds with flash in bright daylight conditions—something that was previously limited by traditional mechanical shutters. It's a game-changer for anyone doing high-speed photography, sports shoots, or working in intense sunlight. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: When camera and lighting technology work together seamlessly, creative possibilities multiply—and photographers everywhere benefit.

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