A wide-aperture 50mm lens is one of the most versatile out there, useful for anything from portraiture to low-light events coverage. For Nikon shooters, the premium option is the NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.2 S, and this excellent video review takes a look at its performance and image quality in real-world usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Few things are more important when it comes to making a successful photo than getting it in focus. This fantastic video tutorial will show you a range of tips and settings to increase your chances of getting an image sharply in focus. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Even if you aren’t the type of photographer to be interested in a cicada, let me tell you why this summer’s event will be an amazing photo opportunity. It might just not be what you expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by kate g)

There are few times more enjoyable to shoot during than golden hours, but the lighting can be tricky too. This video will help you with some important tips for using a flash and balancing it perfectly during a sunset. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

NASA/JPL’s recent posting of the first Mars panoramic view from the Perseverance rover brought me back to some experimentation I had been doing a few years ago with spherical (360x180 degree) panoramic photos. Standardized viewers for interactively viewing panoramas aren’t readily available even today, but one option for sharing is to post a video on YouTube. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Kodama)

The tilt-shift lens is probably one of the most special lenses available. It allows the photographer to turn, shift, and tilt the lens in many different ways. In this article, I explain when and how to use the tilt function. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Photo By Max Foster Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Rainbow Rocks” by Max Foster. Location: Wyoming. “At only 6 inches above the water surface, I used a wide-angle lens to create an extreme near-far effect,” explains Foster. “The colorful rocks of the lake were the perfect foreground for this midday shot.” 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....

Learning photography can be a bit daunting, especially as you try to tackle a range of technical parameters while also learning to find your creative voice. This excellent video tutorial will show you a wide range of basic things you need to know that will get you up and running in no time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

On Saturdays and Tuesdays, live photography streams broadcast on Olympus U.K.'s Facebook page. This week’s Tuesday video, a High Key photography tutorial, was presented by Gavin Hoey and is now available as a video. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

The post A Lighting Ratios Guide: How to Make (or Break) Your Portraits appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darlene Hildebrandt. Want to take your portraits to the next level with lighting ratios? You’ve come to the right place. Because in this article, I’m going to share everything you need to know about lighting ratios for amazing portraits, including: What lighting ratios areBasic ratios for portrait photographyTips for using ratios (And much more!) So if you want to become a portrait photography master, then let’s get started. What is a lighting ratio in photography? As a math term, a ratio is a comparison of one thing to another. So when calculating lighting ratios, you measure the light...

Frequency separation is a powerful retouching technique used by many professionals to enhance portraits while retaining detail. As with many editing techniques, it requires practice and restraint for the best results. This great video tutorial will show you how to quickly clean up your portraits. Using the free action for Photoshop CC you can make your portraits pop without looking over-processed. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Brad Wendes)

Passive income, the Holy Grail of personal finances. Who wouldn’t want to make money from all those old photos without having to lift a finger? With that in mind, I’m going to share with you my own experiences as a casual photographer selling my existing back catalog of digital photos online. It’s been an interesting experience to say the least and I even made a little money. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Brad Wendes)

Getting the proper color balance will often make or break an image. This in-depth video explains a great technique for adjusting color balance in Photoshop using Curves adjustment layers. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Rick Berk)

The fact that the focal plane of a picture must always be parallel to the sensor plane is so obvious to most photographers that they don't even bother questioning that fact. Here's what happens when you do question it and how modern mirrorless cameras can help you do it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Amadeusz Andrzejewski)

The post Weekly Photo Challenge – Artificial Light appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. There’s no question that when we start out in photography, at some point, we find ourselves needing to add light to an image we have in our mind. But you only use ‘natural light’ I hear you say? Well, flash is available, so is a desk lamp or a torch – this is the week to try them out! This week’s photo challenge is ‘Artificial Light’ you can use any light source that isn’t the sun (or you can combine the sun with artificial) for your photo. Use the hashtag #dPSLight Light comes in MANY shapes and sizes, my first try with...

As more and more cameras are released, older cameras continue to fall in value despite the chasm between spec sheets shrinking. But how does a 14-year-old RED camera fare today? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Photo By Douglas Croft Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Curiosity” by Douglas Croft. Location: Brooks Falls, Katmai National Park, Alaska. “This brown bear cub ended up in a tree right next to the viewing platform at Brooks Falls,” says Croft. “He was every bit as curious about us as we were about him!” 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 Douglas Croft appeared first on...

If you’ve decided to start selling prints of your work, you’ve found there are a lot of options, from print-on-demand websites where your work is part of a larger marketplace and orders are fulfilled by the website, to customizable platforms that you can make all your own. Art Storefronts attempts to offer the best of both worlds. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Rick Berk)

One thing I do hear often is '' the conditions are not right. I'll wait till the light is better.'' And although good light can make or break an image should this hold you back from just going out to practice? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

As advanced as phones have become, they are still outdone by dedicated professional cameras with larger sensors. However, the device they have largely replaced, the pocket camera, are on a more level playing field. So, how does a top-level cameraphone compare to a premium compact camera? This great video review compares the Sony ZV-1 to the iPhone Pro 12. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)