It used to be that cameras had three or nine focus points, with maybe 30-50 on more top-level professional bodies. Nowadays, cameras have hundreds or even thousands of focus points with nearly limitless ways to combine and arrange them. One of the fundamental choices you will have to make is the size of your focus point, and this excellent video tutorial will help you decide which is right for your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Having a successful business means you are often changing, learning, and creating a better path to success. In this video, I'm discussing four habits that I have seen with many photographers actively participating in. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

If you can learn how to create high-end composite images, you are only limited by your own imagination. In this video, watch an incredible medieval battle scene created from start to finish in Adobe Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Fujifilm has introduced a ton of new gear in the last couple of months, including a couple of incremental upgrades to the much-loved X-T30. How do you choose between this new X-T30 II and the X-S10? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

If money is of little concern and cameras are what you're interested in, then let us guide you through the realm of exotic and super-expensive cameras. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

It's time to release the fourth episode of our 8-part video tutorial series about long exposure photography, and how different filters can produce dramatic results. Remember, each time we release a new video, we also give away some awesome prizes. Read through this post to find out how to enter this week's contest. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Elia Locardi)

Photo By brynnschmidt Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Hidden Grizzly” by brynnschmidt. Location: Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. 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 brynnschmidt appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

One could easily say that nothing is what it seems because our minds create a subjective representation of the world around us. With memories, this representation may be even more complex. As scientists explain, encoding a memory in the brain is a biological event that begins with a sensory experience. Every memory we have captures emotions, and colors are one of those aspects that evoke and illustrate what we feel. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jenn Cohen)

Zhiyun is no stranger to interesting camera stabilization options, with past products featuring innovative designs that put a twist on the traditional “stabilized stick” form factor of gimbals. Their latest launch, the Crane-M3, brings a number of firsts to the Crane lineup and just might reinvent how content creators approach rigging up a video setup. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Coleman)

The post Fast Lens: What Is It, and Why Does It Matter? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darren Rowse. Do you want to know what a fast lens actually is? And are you wondering whether you should be using fast lenses in your photography? You’ve come to the right place. In this article, I’m going to give you the lowdown on fast lenses, including: what they arewhat they offerand why you should (or shouldn’t!) use a fast lens in your own photography. Let’s get started. What is a fast lens in photography? A fast lens refers to a lens with a wide maximum aperture. The larger the maximum aperture, the faster the lens. Note: A lens’s...

Now that the dust has settled on Nikon's big Z 9 announcement and pundits have chewed the cud over the raft of firsts that the announcement heralded, let's pause for a moment and consider some of the reality that will undoubtedly follow this. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mike Smith)

A lot of us love to geek out over gear; no doubt, the incredible extremes of design and capabilities in modern lenses are mightily impressive. However, it can be easy to get a little too caught up in that hype. So, if you could only choose one lens to take with you forever, what would it be? This neat video discusses the idea. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The demand for video is always increasing, and photographers who are already skilled with a camera are in a natural position to learn how to shoot video and add it to their services. If you are wondering how to get started with video work, this excellent video tutorial will give you some hopeful advice to start on your way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Tamron has reinvented itself in recent years, making smart compromises to create lenses that are highly practical but that do not break the bank. The 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III was a runaway hit for the company, offering impressive image quality and performance at a price that significantly undercut comparable options. The second generation of the lens is here, and this excellent video review takes a look at the performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I’ve recently been trying out the new On1 Photo Raw 2022 software. I tested it out on some images from a recent fall photo shoot. Being a landscape photographer and Lightroom Classic user, I discovered that there are some differences that I like and others that I don't. Here are some of my thoughts thus far. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Casey Chinn)

Fall is here, and with it come trees awash in gorgeous colors, giving you the opportunity to create some truly eye-catching images. A drone offers you a way to capture a different perspective, and this helpful video tutorial will offer new drone users nine tips to get better fall photos using one. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Sandra Rust Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Immature Orange-Crowned Warbler” by Sandra Rust. Location: Joliet, Illinois. 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 Sandra Rust appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

The wonderful thing about macro photography is that unlike other landscape photography, you can do it just about anywhere and find compelling subjects. If you are ready to head out and try it out for yourself, check out this helpful video tutorial that will show you a few tips and techniques for taking good macro photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Vibration reduction, image stabilization and other technologies that assist in obtaining tack-sharp images have come a long way since their inception. I use them all the time, but I also accept their limitations. This is the key. It’s essential you know at what shutter speed/focal length/aperture combination they no longer ensure crisp photos. Run tests to find out your own personal cut-off points. When reached, grab the support system that’s best for the job. Tripods In general, the heavier the tripod, the greater the stability. That being said, one that’s too heavy is counterproductive in that it becomes a burden. A good rule of thumb is to purchase a tripod that’s sturdy enough to stabilize your longest lens. If the weight...

The post Manual Focus in Photography: The Ultimate Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Tim Gilbreath. What is manual focus, how does it work, and should you use it in your photography? That’s what I aim to answer in this article. You see, manual focus is (somewhat) advanced, yet it can be a game-changing technique – if you know when and how to use it. Below, I tell you everything you need to know to get started with manual focus. I give you a step-by-step lesson in how to manually focus, plus I share plenty of scenarios where such focusing techniques make sense (and I also explain when you should avoid manual focus, because it’s not always...