Canon has fully unveiled the EOS R3, a full frame mirrorless camera with a 24.1-megapixel backside-illuminated sensor that shoots continuously, black-out free, at up to 30 frames per second. The R3 will go on sale at $5,999. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

The post 9 Reasons Photography Is a Great Hobby (in 2021) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Stacey Hill. What makes photography such a great hobby? People become interested in photography – serious photography, not just the occasional snap or selfie – for many reasons. It might be a major life event, such as a new baby, a wedding, or a special birthday. It might be that your phone’s photo capabilities frustrate you enough that you want to get real about photography. Or perhaps photography just sounds interesting and you want to try it out. Whatever the reason, photography is incredibly fun, plus it comes with a whole host of benefits you probably haven’t considered. And that’s what this...

Alongside the much-anticipated EOS R3, Canon has announced the release of two new lenses for its full frame mirrorless cameras: the RF 16mm f/2.8 STM and RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Along with the official announcement of the Canon EOS R3 camera, Canon today also revealed two new “budget-friendly” lenses for its EOS R mirrorless system, the ultra-wide RF16mm F2.8 STM prime and RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM telephoto zoom, both of which should appeal to nature photographers. The new lenses will be available in October. Canon RF16mm F2.8 STM For wide-angle landscapes and travel photography, the Canon RF16mm F2.8 STM is incredibly compact at just 1.6 inches in length by 2.7 inches in diameter and weighs only 0.4 pounds. The lens offers a minimum focusing distance of 5.1 inches for compositions with prominent foreground elements. The physical ring on the lens can be set to manually adjust focus or to be a...

Have you had the client you're convinced is pure evil? Why do they behave like that? It seems they like to spread misery and just make life difficult for everyone in sight. Believe it or not, there's a method that I use to help bring them back down to tolerable levels. In some cases, they've become my biggest ally and supported me over the years. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

Improving your keeper rate is desirable, but it also usually plots out your growth as a photographer; the higher your skill, the better your keeper rate. However, there are tips and tricks that are developed for the sole purpose of improving your keeper rate regardless of skill. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

What is the greatest challenge you faced on a photoshoot? Your answer may very well include time pressure, an annoying art director, lack of gear, unknown locations, and much more. This is exactly what Profoto did to some four photographers who were asked to only take their camera to a secret location. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

I’m currently just casually reading about Deleuzian philosophy. Gilles Deleuze, a French philosopher, and Félix Guattari wrote about truth as coming from multiple sources. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

A portfolio review is a great way to get feedback and direction for your photographic practice. It’s also a great way to connect with industry professionals. If you have been considering getting your work professionally reviewed, this article can shed some insights on what to expect and how to prepare. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

There’s a vast range of lenses available for Sony’s E mount, including a healthy selection of primes for those on tighter budgets. Here’s a list of eight impressive lenses that cost less than $650 each. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Photo By Max Foster Today’s Photo Of The Day is “The Hills Are Alive” by Max Foster. Location: The Black Hills of South Dakota. 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 Max Foster appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The post Optical Versus Electronic Viewfinders: Which Is Best in 2021? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. Which is better for photography, optical vs electronic viewfinders? It’s a tough question, one that’s been argued about for years, even as EVF technology was introduced, upgraded, and upgraded some more. In this article, I aim to give a thorough overview of OVFs vs EVFs. I’ll cover the pros and cons of both viewfinder options, and I’ll explain why you might prefer to use one over the other. By the time I’ve finished, you’ll hopefully know which viewfinder technology you prefer, and you’ll be able to confidently decide whether EVFs or OVFs are the way forward. Let’s dive...

It is important to work with one light at first so you can master all its fundamental properties and techniques, but once you feel comfortable with that, you can really expand your creativity by experimenting with more complex multi-light setups. This informative video tutorial will show you how a photographer created a challenging and eye-catching hair shot using five lights and gels. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

One of Photoshop's most useful and classic techniques is the ability to change the color of any object convincingly. This can come in handy in a wide variety of situations, such as adjusting the color of your subject's clothing, and this great video tutorial will show you how it is done. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When I hear the words close-up or macro photography, I immediately think about a world within a world. Ordinary subjects that may otherwise not receive a second look can be turned into photo works of art. Every potential subject can be represented in a way not commonly seen as the photographer digs deeper and deeper into smaller and smaller portions of the whole. If you walk around your car focused on how to make the best possible photo, it may become bemusing. But break out the macro gear and isolated portions can be explored, which opens an entire array of potential new material. Pieces of a whole become newly found subjects, details that are too small to discern with the eye...

Ever wanted to make a complex mask in Lightroom but haven't had the patience to follow through? Well, using this simple technique, you can do it in just five seconds. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Parnell-Brookes)

Back in 2015, a Kickstarter campaign appeared for a curious plastic box that attaches to your camera’s hot shoe and allows you to stabilize footage in post so successfully that it replicates the feel of a gimbal. How good is the SteadXP, and could it replace your DJI Ronin? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

This really helpful technique works in either Classic or ‘cloud’ and it does a great job of reducing wrinkles. Check it out below: Above: The original image STEP ONE: Get the Spot Removal tool from the toolbar (it’s the circle with an arrow coming off it in LR Classic right under the Histogram, and in ‘cloud’ its along the left side where it’s called the Healing Brush and its icon looks like a bandaid). STEP TWO: Take the tool and paint over a wrinkle you want to reduce (as seen above where I’m painting with the tool over the center of the main three wrinkles on his forehead). STEP THREE: Lightroom will choose an areas to sample from to fully remove...

Why should you keep an ultra-wide angle lens in your bag for portrait, engagement, and wedding shoots? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

Black and white photography moved from a necessity to a decision long ago, but it is still revered and enjoyed today as one of the primary forms to display a photograph. However, editing from color into black and white can take some time to master and create truly memorable results. In this video, go through an advanced seven-step process for turning a basic black and white edit into a masterful one. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)