Glanzlichter der Naturfotografie 2026
Glanzlichter is the most established German-language nature photography competition. Its 2026 rules state that any AI use leads to disqualification, with a small set of basic adjustments explicitly enumerated as permitted. Entrants can submit up to 30 digitally captured images distributed across categories. The German-language rulebook makes Glanzlichter a reference contest for DACH photographers needing to understand what 'authentic nature photography' means in practice.
- Deadline
- January 5, 2026
- Entry fee
- €30 standard; €15 for entrants under 18
Authenticity policy
AI policy
Weitergehende Bearbeitungsschritte, digitale Bildmanipulationen und der Einsatz von Künstlicher Intelligenz sind nicht erlaubt und führen zur Disqualifikation.
RAW files
Not specified
Editing rules
Permitted edits explicitly listed: tonal correction, contrast and saturation adjustment, sharpening, cropping. HDR, focus stacking and panoramas stitched from multiple frames are accepted.
Verified on June 8, 2026