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Sony World Photography Awards 2027 — Youth Competition

Deadline
January 05, 2027
Entry Fee
Free
Prize
Sony Digital Imaging equipment plus London awards ceremony travel
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Sony World Photography Awards 2027 — Youth Competition

About the Competition

A competition for young photographers, judged on individual photographs rather than a series. Submit up to three images taken in 2026. Deadline: January 5, 2027 at 16:00 GMT.

Official competition information and full rules

Prizes

The winner receives Sony equipment, flights and accommodation for the London ceremony, a trophy, book and exhibition inclusion, and international exposure.

Theme

An open call for your strongest photographs in any style or genre.

Eligibility

Entrants must be aged 19 or under at the closing date, according to the detailed rules. Under-16 winners require parent or guardian consent.

Copyrights & Licensing

You retain copyright. Entry grants a worldwide, non-exclusive, irrevocable three-year licence for awards and photographer promotion, including exhibitions, publications and press use. Merchandise requires individual agreement. Read the full official rules. Partner-device galleries can retain included images perpetually, royalty-free.