One of the Canon EOS R5's headline features was its 8K raw video capabilities, but with all that video horsepower came the caveat of issues with overheating, some of which could be a hindrance in professional environments. So, has the EOS R3 solved those issues, or will filmmakers need to tailor the workflows around keeping the camera cool? This great video puts the new camera through a stress test to find out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Garry Everett Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Liquid Fog” by Garry Everett. Location: Pacific Grove, California. “A long exposure taken of the rock formations and incoming waves, which gave the water a fog-like appearance,” says Everett.  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 Garry Everett appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

A great deal of ink is spilled on these interwebs talking about the latest in photography gear and what you should or should not buy. But photography means more than just technology. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

The post 50mm Street Photography: What Makes It Great (+ Tips) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. There’s a longstanding debate about whether 50mm street photography is the right way to go, or if wider lenses are a better choice. Most people who practice street photography prefer lenses with a broader field of view like 35m or 28mm, but that doesn’t mean 50mm is useless. Far from it, in fact. There are many good reasons to choose this focal length when shooting photos out on the street. Shooting with a 50mm lens also unlocks lots of photographic possibilities – along with adding some creative constraints – and the results you get just might be among...

Fujifilm has lowered the bar of entry to digital medium format cameras significantly, allowing many to enjoy the larger sensor size without having to spend the price of a new car. However, Hasselblad has options that are now in line with higher-end full frame cameras, so how do they compare? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

If you're new to photography and want to dip your toe in the waters of flash, you could be forgiven for not knowing where to start. There are speedlites ranging from cheap through to expensive by anyone's standards, and it can be difficult to delineate which option is the best value. Here is one photographer's answer to the best low-cost speedlite. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

What Are Intro Videos? Simply put, intro videos are the first thing your viewers see as a video starts. It sets their expectations even before they start watching the video content. It comes right after they see the video’s title and its length, making it the pinnacle of what their first impression will be. Intro videos are the most critical time to command their attention. To keep the viewers engaged, a well-done intro video is essential. It’s an opportunity to create tension and suspense, keeping your viewers wanting to watch more. Today, more businesses are utilizing content creation to market and engage with private or public audiences. Whether for education, training, or services, content needs to be distinguishable from the plethora...

Fujifilm has made medium format remarkably affordable compared to the past, bringing it within the realm of full frame prices and making it a viable alternative for many photographers. If you are interested in getting into the system, both the GFX 50S and GFX 50S II are fantastic options at different price levels, and this great video will help you choose which is right for you. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Tamron's holy trinity of f/2.8 zoom lenses has been a runaway hit for the company, offering smart compromises that bring professional-level quality and performance at prices that significantly undercut those of first-party options. The 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is the longest of the trio, offering a versatile focal length range and wide maximum aperture suitable for a wide range of scenarios. This great video review discusses how it holds up after a year of usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It used to be that if you wanted to do serious color grading, you needed to head over to Photoshop, but in recent iterations, Lightroom has gained some easy-to-use and powerful color grading tools that make it easy to accomplish what you need right there. This helpful video tutorial will show you how to use Lightroom's color grading tools to create better images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Congratulations to Max Foster for winning the Summer Sunrises and Sunsets Assignment with the image, “The Hills Are Alive.” See more of Foster’s photography at maxfosterphotography.com. [See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com] The post Summer Sunrises and Sunsets Assignment Winner Max Foster appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Yongnuo is well known for making highly affordable speedlights, but in the last few years, the company has branched out into manufacturing lenses that follow in that budget-friendly tradition. One such lens is the YN35mm f/2R DF DSM lens, and this excellent video review takes a look at how it performs in the real world. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Equilibrium Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Coombsgate” by Equilibrium. Location: Woolacombe, North Devon, England. 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 Equilibrium appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Hop on Instagram, and you will probably get the impression that landscape photography is the sort of thing where you travel from epic place to place, enjoying jaw-dropping views and beautiful weather. The reality is far from that, though, and you can get a greater appreciation for the process by seeing what really happens behind the social media posts, and this awesome video will show you just that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

As I’ve worked with people over the years, I’ve noticed a few common obstacles to getting their Lightroom Classic (LrC) lives more organized, so my approach to this article is to address ways to overcome these issues to help anyone struggling to feel more in control of their growing photo libraries. [Editor’s note, this article originally appeared in the September, 2021 issue of Photoshop User Magazine.] One of the first obstacles to overcome is understanding what all the components of a LrC workflow are so that we can manage them over time. From there, the next hurdle is knowing what organizational tools are available within LrC, and then how to use them. Once people understand the components and the tools, then...

For the longest time, digitizing film was both the best and worst part of being a film photographer. In walks pixl-latr, and the world of digitization is forever different. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by James Madison)

The post RAW vs JPEG: Which File Type Is Best? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darren Rowse. Which is right for you, RAW vs JPEG? For beginners, it’s one of the toughest questions out there – but I’m here to help you make a confident, informed decision, one that you won’t regret five, ten, or twenty years down the line. Specifically, I’m going to explain: What RAW and JPEG files actually areThe advantages (and disadvantages) of RAW over JPEGThe advantages (and disadvantages) of JPEG over RAWSoftware to consider for RAW and JPEG imagesMuch more! So if you’re ready to determine the perfect file format for your photos – and put this pesky question to bed, once...

In this video, compare the Nikon Z 5 with a kit lens to the Nikon Z 7 with the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 for print results. Is there as much difference as you would think, or would you be happy with the entry-level camera and the kit lens? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Astrophotography is one of the most rewarding but complex genres of photography. There are a lot of steps that go into creating a great image of the night sky and Milky Way, and what better way to learn than to watch somebody do it from start to finish. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The Canon EOS R3 is finally here, and it offers some jaw-dropping specs that are sure to have a lot of photographers and filmmakers salivating. How does it hold up in real-world usage? This excellent video review takes a look at the new camera and discusses how it performs. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)