When it first came out in 2013, the Sony a7R was one of the most powerful and impressive mirrorless cameras ever made, particularly at a time when the technology was still fledgling and finding its footing. Now in its fifth generation, the a7R V is widely regarded as one of the most advanced mirrorless cameras on the market. How far has image quality really come, though? This great video takes a look. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Zhiyun Crane-M3 Combo Review appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. More often than not, it seems photographers become content creators, whether it’s just to document family or friends, or whether it’s something a little more intense, like filming a small video for a business for which you’re also creating photographs. It might even involve larger products where you’re doing multimedia, short films, and stills – the whole nine yards, so to speak! Those of us who started with stills photography and then added moving pictures to our arsenal will likely have that one memory where we simply put our camera into Video mode and tried to create an epic cinematic masterpiece, only for it...

Getting it right in camera is definitely the best thing to do. If you can correctly light, compose, and white balance your footage and images, then you're probably going to have an easier time. However, there are situations when the lighting just isn't working or you need to capture footage in less-than-ideal situations. In those situations, use Topaz Labs. Right now, they're having a Holiday sale. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

When they came to the scene with the a7 series, Sony set the camera industry on fire by bringing a range of innovative designs and features and an aggressive upgrade cycle that kept the likes of Canon and Nikon on their toes. After almost a decade on the market with their full frame cameras, the company's gear is now in the hands of countless photographers. So, how do they compare to other major brands after all this time? This great video features an experienced photographer discussing his thoughts after eight years. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When Techart sent for review the TZM-02 Leica M to Nikon Z autofocus adapter, there was one small problem in that I couldn't source any Leica lenses for the review, only Canon EF. But the great thing about the adapter is that it can be stacked with additional adapters, allowing for versatility for a wide range of lenses, including the Canon EF mount. Armed with both adapters, I set about testing the capabilities of these on the Nikon Z 7II. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

Tamron has earned a reputation for producing lenses that make smart compromises to allow them to offer excellent performance and image quality at prices that are significantly more affordable than many first-party lenses. The new 20-40mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is one of their more interesting lenses, offering an unusual focal length range in a small package. This excellent video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Laura Schoenbauer Today’s Photo of the Day is “Foggy Morning” by Laura Schoenbauer. Location: Bloomington, Minnesota. Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is chosen from various galleries, including Assignments, Galleries and Contests. Assignments have weekly winners that are featured on the website homepage, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To get your photos in the running, all you have to do is submit them. The post Photo Of The Day By Laura Schoenbauer appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The post Rawsie Review: A Powerful, Storage-Saving Program appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. There is a longstanding trade-off in digital photography: If you want the freedom and flexibility of shooting in RAW, you have to contend with large, unwieldy file sizes that take up lots of space. A typical RAW file is often dozens of megabytes, which means that photographers who shoot in RAW need to spend more money on memory cards, not to mention storage space and backup plans. Of course, you can always use the much smaller JPEG file format instead, but the decreased file sizes generally aren’t worth the loss of editing flexibility. So if you want to save on storage...

Christmas is almost upon us and many people are still struggling to find a thoughtful and useful gift for friends and family. If they're an avid photographer, that might seem like a path to a successful present, but it's a minefield. Here are five last-minute ideas. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

No one really enjoys being out in heavy rain or other bad weather, and it can certainly be tempting to leave your gear in the bag and avoid heading outside. However, if you are willing to bundle up and brave the elements, you will often be rewarded with moody, compelling images that would not be possible in sunny skies. This great video tutorial will show you how bad weather can lead to great landscape photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Mount Fuji is one of the most iconic locations on the planet and it is often photographed. However, shooting it at sunrise, in the fog, and with a drone are three slightly rarer occurrences, and all feature in this video! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Strobes have long been the choice of artificial lighting for photographers, but in recent years, there have been major advancements in the power and capabilities of constant lights, and some photographers have begun to use them for their work. This excellent video tutorial discusses the pros and cons of each to help you choose the right option for your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In photography, the term leading lines is a compositional technique used to draw a viewer's eye to the subject of the photo. These lines can be created by any object in the scene like a road or path, a fence or railing, a distant object like a mountain, and any other structure that creates a real or imaginary line in your image. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pye Jirsa)

Wide angle lenses are highly useful tools that have a place in many genres, but they can also be quite challenging to create compelling images with. This excellent video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer discussing one of the most common mistakes photographers make with wide angle lenses and how to fix it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post How to Fit Your Entire Photo Library on a Mobile Device (Using Mylio Photos) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. These days, photo files are huge; it’s not uncommon to capture over a hundred gigabytes worth of RAW images during a single photoshoot. Fortunately, storing high volumes of files isn’t difficult – high-capacity external hard drives are cheaper than ever – but what if you want to view or edit your images on multiple devices, such as your laptop, your tablet, and your phone?  One option is to use a cloud-based program like Adobe Lightroom CC. But while Lightroom CC works great for small photo libraries, the larger your library gets, the more...

A lot has changed from the previous version of ACDSee. It has new tools and powerful AI features. If you are looking for Digital Asset Management, developing, and editing tool, the ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2023 may meet your needs. Here's a workflow introducing you to and guiding you through the main features of this dynamic software. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Photo By Charlotte Couchman Today’s Photo of the Day is “Female House Finch on Snowy Fence” by Charlotte Couchman. Location: Colorado. “A female house finch is hopping to the bird feeder along the top of a snowy fence,” describes Couchman. “This was a late first snow (Oct. 27) for us, and the birds seemed quite oblivious. Or maybe just happy.” Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is chosen from various galleries, including Assignments, Galleries and Contests. Assignments have weekly winners that are featured on the website homepage, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To get your photos in the running, all you have to do is submit them. The post Photo...

In 2013, Tamron released the SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD, which became a runaway hit for the company, offering access to extreme focal lengths at a much more affordable price than before. In the decade since, 150-600mm lenses have exploded on the market, with many options available. This excellent video review takes a look at one such option, the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports, and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The more often a task is repeated, the more deeply it gets embedded in the brain. This is key for long-term learning. When it’s truly necessary to master a concept, do it over and over and over. It’s with this in mind, I present a challenge in this week’s tip to mix it up. Hopefully it will motivate you to get into the field and give it a spin. It’s based on the idea of motion. There are many aspects of this concept, hence the challenge. Are you up for it? With each photo or set of photos, I offer information that relates to different aspects of motion. To master just a single type is a challenge unto itself, so I...

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah, everybody! I know some folks (like me) are scrambling to get a last-minute Holiday gift or two. If the photographer on your Holiday gift list is a Lightroom user, I hope you might consider giving them a One-Year KelbyOne Pro Membership (you’re giving them the gift of education) because have a ton of Lightroom training they would love. Check out this video from me about KelbyOne and you’ll see why this would makes a perfect gift for photographers, Photoshop, and Lightroom users. It’s just a few minutes, but you’ll learn so much about being a member, and what makes us stand out from the rest. Give a quick look. They’ll have access to more than 900...