X Series mirrorless cameras have become some of the most popular out there, including a traditional photography experience in tandem with a portable footprint and a wide array of some of the most advanced features available in a modern body. The X-T5 sits at the top of the line, bringing with it a new sensor with the highest level of resolution ever seen in an X Series camera along with advanced performance and features. This excellent video review takes a look at the camera and how it holds up after six months of usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Explorers Club needs no introduction. Some of humanity’s greatest firsts, like the first ascent of Mt Everest and descent to the Mariana Trench, the first people to reach the North and South Poles and, of course, the first two human beings to stand on the surface of the Moon, were all members of The Explorers Club. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Géran Raath)

The post 6 Tips for Stunning Concert Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kunal Malhotra. If you’re anything like me, you can’t resist the electrifying atmosphere of a live concert. The roaring crowd, the pulsating beats, and those magical moments on stage that make your heart skip a beat – it’s a photographer’s paradise! But let’s face it: Capturing the energy and essence of a concert isn’t so easy. From low-light conditions to fast-paced action, every gig presents its own unique challenges, and that’s why it’s essential to arm yourself with the right knowledge and techniques. In this article, we’ll delve into the nitty-gritty of photographing concerts and unlock plenty of secrets to capture those mind-blowing...

It’s the time of year again for my 100% non-scientific, not-based-on-actual fact, purely speculative wonderings about the future of my main camera brand. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

The Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR lens offers Nikon DX users an affordable wide angle zoom with some nice extra features sure to please filmmakers. Can it offer results beyond its low price? This excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Traditionally, you edit portraits in Photoshop, where you can take advantage of the program's powerful array of local editing tools. On the other hand, Lightroom has taken tremendous steps forward in the past few years, and while Photoshop still sits at the top for portrait work, there are many situations in which you can complete a portrait edit entirely in Lightroom. This helpful video tutorial will show you how to do just that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

One of the most valuable skills a photographer can learn is how to work with artificial light, as it frees you from relying on the sun and allows you to explore creative ideas that simply would not be possible otherwise. If you are new to working with artificial light, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you how you can use flash to capture captivating sports action shots. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Certain people from history are inherently quotable. Although their quotes were not necessarily aimed at photographers, they apply to us too and can help us improve our photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

If you're a photographer and haven't participated in "The World’s Greatest Photo Game," hosted by GuruShots, you'll want to take a peek at their latest challenge. Participants submitted a wide variety of night photography to their latest challenge. Thousands of people entered and cast millions of votes. See the three winners of the challenge as well as hundreds of top rated images below. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Strauss)

For the most part, camera firmware updates are a relatively unexciting affair, mostly bringing bug fixes and minor new features. However, occasionally, manufacturers will introduce major new capabilities via firmware upgrades, and Nikon's latest firmware update for their flagship mirrorless camera, the Z 9, has introduced one of the most exciting features we have seen in years. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Tamron 11-20mm lens features a super-fast constant aperture of f/2.8 in an extremely compact and light package. With a 16.5mm to 30mm full frame equivalent focal length, it is ideal for travel, landscapes, real estate, vlogging, and more. Designed specifically for Fujifilm and Sony APS-C cameras, the 11-20mm is sure to become a popular choice for compact mirrorless shooters. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

DJI's drones have come to dominate the marketplace, offering sophisticated and easy-to-use devices that make it simple for beginners to get compelling photos and videos and straightforward for advanced users to take deep creative control over the process. The Mavic 3 Pro offers some of the company's most impressive features yet while maintaining a portable footprint, and this excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it, particularly for landscape photos and video work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photography is a tremendously varied pursuit that can take you many different directions, but there are a few fundamentals that every photographer, no matter what they shoot, should have mastered. If you are new to photography and ready to learn, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will teach you many of the basics in just 10 minutes. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A few years ago, Sigma released the 14mm f/1.8 Art lens, which had the widest maximum in a full frame 14mm lens by more than a stop. Recently, they released the 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art, which blows past the f/1.8 version by two-thirds of a stop and claims the title of the world's widest f/1.4 full frame lens. Can it offer performance and image quality to match? This excellent video review takes a look at everything you can expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In photography, faster lenses are better, aren’t they? Many struggle to see the benefits of having a range of f/4 lenses. But, if you start using them, you’ll realize there are good reasons for challenging that assumption. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

There are only a few hours left to take advantage of this years 2023 Complete Video Creators Bundle. Are you ready to improve your video production skills? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Strauss)

The Apple Vision Pro has been described as "magical" compared to other VR headsets. What sets the Vision Pro apart is not just its impressive displays, apps, and comfort, but primarily its user interface (UI) that relies on eye- and hand-tracking. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)

Nikon keeps up its rapid pace of updates for its flagship Z 9 camera today with the release of firmware version 4.00. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Look, I think we've all been there, none of us want to have to bring extra stands, tripods/monopods, or even extra cameras just to get behind-the-scenes images (BTS for short from here on out) or video for our websites or social media, even though we'd all love to have that content. After some trial and error, I think I've landed on a fun and flexible solution by using a 360 action camera but there are some things to know before you get started so let’s get into it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Joseph Ellis)

Lara Jackson is an incredible wildlife photographer, conservation biologist, and children's book author. Over the last few years, Lara has had an incredible journey, becoming highly commended in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition to then becoming an ambassador with Nikon and Save The Rhino. I sat down with Lara to discuss this journey in more detail. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)