Enter the 2026 Sony Photo Contest—sponsored by Mike’s Camera!
Sony shooters: let’s see what you’ve got! Enter your best photos taken with a Sony camera and lens for your chance to win a $2,000 Sony Shopping Spree at Mike’s Camera and take your photography to the next level!
Four categories… four chances to win… ONE grand prize
GRAND PRIZE: $2000 Sony Shopping Spree @ Mike’s Camera
One winner will receive a $2,000 Sony shopping spree, redeemable as credit toward new Sony gear from Mike’s Camera.
CATEGORY PRIZE: $50 Mike’s Camera Gift Card
One winner in each category will be awarded a $50 Mike’s Camera gift card. (Excludes Grand Prize Winner)
- Contest Period: Entries must be submitted between June 15, 2026 and August 28, 2026, 11:59 PM PT.
- Sony Camera Only: Photos must be taken with a Sony camera during the contest period and retain their original EXIF metadata.
- File Format: Photos must be submitted in JPEG or TIFF format.
- Entry Limit: Submit one photo per category, up to four total entries. Only one Grand Prize winner will be selected across all four categories.
- No AI or Heavy Editing: AI-generated images are not allowed. Basic edits only (such as exposure, color correction, and cropping) are permitted.
- No Watermarks or Logos: Photos may not contain watermarks, signatures, website URLs, or commercial logos Permission Required: If your photo includes recognizable people, you must have their written permission (or a parent/guardian’s permission for minors)
- Judging Criteria: Impact (40%), Technical Quality (30%), and Creativity (30%).
- Eligibility: Open to U.S. residents age 18+ (19+ in AL & NE).
By entering, you agree that the winning photo may be used by the sponsor (Mike’s Camera) and Sony for promotional purposes.
Please review Contest rules here before entering (click to read)
Complete Model Release form if there are recognizable people in your submission (click to submit)