Sony’s full-frame mirrorless camera lineup includes a variety of models aimed at the unique needs of different users. The Sony a7R series provides the highest resolution, the Sony a7S series has the highest sensitivity and pixel-for-pixel 4K video, and the Sony a9 offered the fastest autofocus and continuous frames-per-second shooting when it was introduced. For my work, that meant I typically traveled with a7R series cameras for portraits and landscapes and an a9 for action. Switching between them was a reminder of the tradeoff between resolution and speed. Because of this, none of these cameras was a true “flagship” camera. [See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com] That’s the beauty of Sony Alpha 1. Its 50-megapixel sensor nearly matches a7R IV’s 61-megapixel resolution...

If you're looking at buying a new piece of equipment, you will likely just look at the spec sheet and compare it to something similar. But even the numbers don't tell the full story. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The Canon EOS R5 has turned a lot of heads for its high-powered features, and while those are great to have, not all genres require such advanced capabilities. So, is it worth paying the premium price for the EOS R5 for a genre like landscape photography? This excellent video review compares the EOS R5 to the 50-megapixel 5DS R, which can be bought for about a third of the price, to help you decide. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Congratulations to Jemma Lee for winning the recent Leading Lines Assignment with the image, “Grandeur of Nature to Resemble a Castle.” Canon EOS 7D Mark II. Exposure: 1/160 sec., f/16, ISO 400, 10mm. View the winning image and a selection of submissions in the gallery below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment here and enter your best shots! [See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com] The post Leading Lines Assignment Winner Jemma Lee appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Does sensor size matter? Well if you’re using a graduated filter then it’s definitely important to keep in mind. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Tom Anderson)

The post 8 Tips for Perfect Moon Photography Settings appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. Many people have attempted to capture a picture of the bright ball of light that governs the night sky, but getting your moon photography settings just right can be quite tricky. It’s easy to get frustrated when taking photos of the moon, especially when so many moon shots online look crisp and clear. Fortunately, capturing great moon shots isn’t too difficult once you wrap your head around a few basic elements. With a little patience and practice, you’ll be taking excellent photos of the moon in no time at all! Moon photography settings: the basics The first thing to know...

After a long day of shooting, thought I would take a moment to write a short piece about one of the most important tools in my kit. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

It used to be rather tricky trying to adjust certain facial features in Photoshop in a convincing manner, but Adobe recently added a lot of semi-automated features for doing so. This helpful video tutorial will walk you through the tools, showing you how to use them and giving you a variety of tips for getting the best possible results out of them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Film photography has seen a bit of a resurgence in the last few years, and if you are just getting into it, the vast array of cameras out there can be a bit overwhelming at first. This great video review takes a look at a classic camera and a great choice for trying out film, the Canon A-1. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Canon EOS R5 is one of the most impressive cameras we have seen in quite some time, and it brings with it a huge range of impressive features and improvements. This excellent video puts it to the test with both native and adapted lenses to show you the kind of performance and image quality you can expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The DJI Air 2S is here, and it brings with it some major improvements and upgrades over the Mavic Air 2 while still maintaining an ultra-portable profile. This excellent video review takes a look at how it compares to the Mavic Air 2 and the type of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The ocean has long been a muse for artists of every sort. For photographers, coastal waves, in particular, provide a pleasant combination of color and motion which presents many creative opportunities. Using a telephoto lens, it is possible to capture incredible detail from a safe (not to mention dry) location. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Devin Rogers)

As the Icelandic volcano continues to erupt in Gelingadalur, Iceland, these two photographers share their very best tips and tricks for photographing a volcanic eruption, and luckily the same techniques can be applied to landscape photography anywhere in the world with an active, erupting volcano. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Parnell-Brookes)

Instagram isn’t as relevant as it once was, largely thanks to freebooting, community accounts, and influencer over-saturation, but for many photographers, it’s still a great way to connect with an audience. How often should you post to get the most engagement? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Have you ever placed your cursor over a photo in Grid view of Library or in the Filmstrip in Lightroom Classic (LrC), and seen a little tooltip appear with some information about your photo in it next to your cursor? Yeah, me too. Have you ever wondered how to configure that tooltip to display the information you might want to see displayed? Me too! Did you know that you can actually cycle through 2 different options? No? Here’s how to set this up to make it work for you. View Options The secret to configuring what is displayed in that little Tooltips can be found by going to View > View Options, and then clicking the Loupe View tab. Yes, the...

Photo By Clayton Peoples Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Moonset over Mt. Whitney” by Clayton Peoples. Location: California. “Since capturing the moonset near the Whitney Crest in my photo ‘Transition,’ I had hoped to get a photo of the moon directly above Mt. Whitney itself—particularly given that it’s the tallest peak in the contiguous 48 states,” says Peoples. “After a lot of research, I chose this particular weekend to attempt the shot. Although the first morning didn’t deliver the composition I was seeking, the second morning produced nearly perfect conditions—including this moment when the moon was just above Mt. Whitney, on its way down.” Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo...

For years, we've heard clients ask photographers for a few images. The client would pay for all types of usage rights and then they'd ask for a few images as freebies, for social media. And that trend continued for several years. We'd throw in a few for social media and make the client happy. As social media grew, the budgets stayed small. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

The post 11 Photo Manipulation Ideas (for Beautiful Results) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Megan Kennedy. If you’re looking for some fun photo manipulation ideas to create stunning art, you’ve come to the right place. Today, manipulating digital photography is a quick and easy process. Want to generate a double-exposure look? Create a tilt-shift effect? Simulate a fisheye lens? All these options and more are accessible thanks to image manipulation programs like Photoshop. So here are 11 photo manipulation ideas to get your creative juices flowing! 1. Make a tilt-shift effect Canon 5D Mark II | Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM | f/8 | 1/320s | ISO 100 When viewing a landscape from a distance,...

If you've been a hobbyist photographer long enough, or you're a professional photographer already, sooner or later, they will come for you. You think they won't, but they will. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

One of the most common and versatile uses of Photoshop is removing objects from an image in a convincing manner. If you are new to the program, this helpful video tutorial will show you two useful tools that will help you remove just about anything when used in tandem. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)