Generally, any aperture wider than f/1.4 is considered particularly wide, which makes the Voigtlander Nokton 35mm f/0.9 for Fujifilm X Series cameras a particularly noteworthy offering. With a maximum aperture over a stop wider than f/1.4, bokeh fanatics and anyone who needs a lot of light-gathering power should be interested. This excellent video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

One of the best parts of landscape photography is that you can return to a location over and over as you grow as a photographer and see how your technique has progressed and your creative tastes have grown. This great video features an experienced photographer discussing evolution as a creative and sharing some of his experiences along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Tone curves can be a rather intimidating tool for many photographers, and as such, many users avoid using them, opting instead for the editing sliders in Lightroom. However, curves are a tremendously powerful, precise, and versatile tool for performing a ton of editing tasks, and it is well worth learning them. This helpful video tutorial will show you everything you need to know to take full advantage of curves in Lightroom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Adding to mobile power options for filmmakers, SmallRig has announced the newest update to its popular mini V-mount line, the VB99 Pro. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Manual and aperture priority are two of the most common modes photographers use, but when you are new to the craft, it might be difficult to know when to use which. This excellent video tutorial discusses manual and aperture priority modes, including how they work and when each is appropriate. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In every photoshoot, I will always perform a three-part culling process, and it ensures I always pick the best images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Zhen Siang Yang)

Running a photography business can often feel like a solitary journey, and if you're not careful, it can take a toll on your career. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

The 2023 MacBook Pro is the latest evolution of Apple's iconic pro laptop lineup. The 2023 redesign brings some major changes, including the new M3 family of Apple silicon chips, a refined design now available in Space Black, and an upgraded display, camera, and connectivity. In this review, we take a deep dive into the latest model and its powerful features. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When I did that post last week asking, “What would Adobe need to add to Lr ‘Cloud’ for you to switch from Lr Classic?” (link) beside the folks who said something along the lines of “There is nothing they could ever do to make me change!” comments, there was quite a bit of confusion around the new local storage feature that just got added to the ‘cloud’ version. In short, it allows you to look at images and edit them in Lightroom ‘cloud’ without ever having to import them or upload them to the cloud. That’s a totally new concept for ‘cloud’, which always made you import them before you could work on them. They synced to the cloud as soon...

Canon's RF 28mm f/2.8 STM lens is impressively portable and will not break the bank, making it a nice option for anyone who wants a lightweight option they can take anywhere without worrying about a stray bump here or there. This excellent video review takes a look at if such a small and affordable lens can provide the sort of performance and image quality moderns users demand. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I picked up a Fujifilm X-T5 last December shortly after it was released. Originally, I purchased it as a backup camera to be used primarily for concert and street photography. After a short time, however, I fell in love with the camera and began to use it as my go-to choice for most of my portrait work. But does it hold up for heavy professional work? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Throughout my pursuit in the photography journey for more than a decade, my focus has always been on the hunt for the most suitable full frame camera to use for work and personal use. Regardless of the brand, the “perfect” camera has to at least fulfill these three criteria: wide range of lens adaptability and availability, high megapixel count, and within my acceptable budget. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Zhen Siang Yang)

Branding is more than just a logo, it is the vision and delivery of your business, which, in photography, is very important. Whether you are a wedding, newborn, portrait, or product photographer, having the right branding is a key element to getting great clients through the door and optimizing your services. In this video by boudoir photographer Michael Sasser, he takes us through some great tips and tricks. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Greg Sheard)

I've been using filters for my photography for more than ten years, and for the last five, I have used filters made by Kase. Just recently, I switched my filter system to what I think is the perfect filter kit for landscape and architecture photography. In this article, you'll find a detailed review of it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Breitung)

The beauty of working with flash is that you can walk into any lighting situation and shape it to your creative vision and needs, and that frees you from relying on the sun to cooperate and to dictate your shoot's timing and location. Perhaps no scenario is more challenging than harsh midday light. This helpful video tutorial will show you how to use off-camera flash to work with that harsh light to create compelling portraits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

MacBook Pro computers have been the industry standard laptop for many years now. These machines usually cost a small fortune but can be found much cheaper if you're willing to do a bit of detective work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Parker)

The latest camera in Fujifilm's lauded line of medium format mirrorless cameras, the GFX100 II, builds on previous cameras in the GF series by adding a wide range of new features and improvements, Yet, it still maintains that impressively competitive price that tempts many users to consider switching away from full frame to medium format. How does it hold up in practice? This great video review takes a look at the performance and image quality you can expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

As someone who has been making landscape photography videos since 2017, I have had my fair share of cameras to allow me to get the job done. I am also someone who doesn't jump onto the latest and greatest tech the moment it comes out. Instead, I normally wait until I can pick a unit up secondhand, long after it has proven its worth and capabilities. This, however, has now changed due to the latest release from DJI, the Osmo Pocket 3. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Darren Spoonley)

Retro-inspired tech can be a lot of fun to look at, but when it comes to something as expensive as a professional-level camera, if it is not functional as well, that aesthetic probably is not worth the price. So, can the Nikon Zf mirrorless camera, back up that attractive design with the features and capabilities modern photographers demand? This excellent video review takes a deep look at the camera to help answer that question. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A while back, I found myself in need of continuous lighting for my video work. Initially, I chose for a budget-friendly LED panel. However, I was less than satisfied with the results, which led me to purchase the Zhiyun Molus X100 COB light. In this review, I'd like to share my experiences. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)