At $679, the Canon EOS R50 offers an affordable entry point into Canon's mirrorless system, though it still brings along an array of enticing features. This excellent video review takes a look at the camera and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Stan Bysshe Today’s Photo of the Day is “Sandhill” by Stan Bysshe. Location: Bosque del Apache National Park, New Mexico. “A foggy morning sunrise gave a perfect setting for sandhill cranes landing in a field to feed,” describes Bysshe. “The winter light in the high desert at Bosque del Apache rarely disappoints.” 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 Stan Bysshe appeared first on Outdoor...

The post 9 Tips for Street Photography in the Rain appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Rainy-day street photography can be a lot of fun, and it’s a great way to produce gorgeous photos. When the rain starts to fall, locations – particularly urban areas – become moody and atmospheric. The resulting photos are often powerful and unique. When doing street photography in the rain, however, you’ve got to do more than stay dry and snap away with your camera. Making the most of the falling rain and the wet surfaces has its challenges, and if you can head out your door with various techniques in mind, you’re more likely to return with some great...

I recently posed a challenge to DALL-E 2 (or to myself?) to mimic one of my photos using prompts. I didn't think it was actually going to work, until it did. Almost. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

If you want to improve your post-production skills, there are few better ways than to watch experienced photographers editing their raw images. In this video, Mark Denney edits a stunning landscape in Bali, walking you through each step. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Whether you are a new hobbyist or a seasoned professional, creative ruts are something that happens to all of us, and trying to get out of them can be a frustrating exercise that only makes them worse. If you find yourself mired in a creative rut, check out this helpful video that features a photographer sharing what helped him break free and get back to work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It seems that every year we see crazier and crazier setups, usually reserved for high-end cinema productions, made available to the average person. In this video, you can see an absurdly cool orbital shot made in a back garden. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

When it comes to sports portraits and action photography, employing a bit of artificial light can make a huge difference by giving you the ability to shape the look of the frame and add a lot of drama to the image. If you are ready to get started working with artificial light in your sports action portraiture, check out this excellent video tutorial that will give you a range of helpful tips and advice sure to put you on the right track. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Sumi Das “During Christmas and New Year’s of 2020-2021, I was visiting Yellowstone National Park with the hope that I’d get to photograph wolves,” explains Sumi Das. “Well, that wish was hard to come by despite our weeklong stay in the park. After spending a whole day driving up and down the Lamar Valley, as we were exiting the park, I saw a bison herd crossing the road, causing a traffic jam. I looked out through the window and saw two young bison start nudging each other in a playful way. I quickly rolled down the window to take this shot.” See more of Sumi Das’ work on Instagram @sumiswildphoto. Nikon D6, AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/4E FL ED VR...

I know, I know. I'm likely guilty of photography blasphemy here. The 50mm focal length, often referred to as the "nifty fifty," has long been one of the most commonly used in photography, noted for its versatility and often, its affordability relative to other focal lengths. Despite all that, I am here to argue that the 50mm focal length is overrated and not as useful as it is often touted to be. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I’m working at Shutterfest this week in St. Louis, and had some time to explore the capabilities of the latest feature added via Firmware to the R5. Now, this mode is not for everyone or for every shooting situation, but when the conditions are suitable, it is an interesting addition to this camera’s capabilities. It works by using the camera’s in-body image stabilization to move the sensor while taking 9 photos and then combining them all together into a single very high-resolution JPG. Yes, JPG, and no, you don’t get the individual frames, just the final image. You defintely need to have the camera locked down on a tripod, and just as importantly, your subject must be completely stationary, otherwise the...

Camera sensors have evolved at a breakneck pace since the advent of the digital era, but many photographers lament the loss of a sensor from the early days of the technology, often calling its color rendition "magic." Is it nostalgia, or is there really something different in the way it produces images? This awesome video takes a look. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Juxtaposition is something you can stumble upon when reading about composition. Although it’s not literally a composition theory, it is a great way to add something extra to your photo. Did you know you’re probably already using it? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Today’s Photo of the Day is “Pemaquid Lighthouse” by Katherine Plessner. Location: New Harbor, Maine. “A friend and I were on our way to Acadia National Park,” explains Plessner. “She said we had to get up very early to drive to a lighthouse for a sunrise shot on our way there. I took her word for it and we took off in the dark and drove for an hour. We were the only ones there and I thought to myself ‘What could be here that was so great?’ We found this water puddle and laying on our stomachs, side by side, waited for the sun to come up to this wonderful scene. It was so very much worth giving up some...

California gray fox at a fruiting palm tree. “These Butia palms produce sweet fruits every year which the foxes really enjoy eating,” Toft observed, “so I placed a camera trap to catch them coming during the night.” Canon EOS 7D, Sigma 10-20mm F3.5 EX DC HSM at 10mm, four Nikon SB-28 Speedlights, Camtraptions PIR Motion Sensor. Exposure: 1/100 sec., ƒ/16, ISO 500. As a dedicated conservation photographer, Roy Toft often turns his lens toward exotic subjects like jaguars in the Pantanal, pumas in Patagonia and harpy eagles of Brazil. Like many wildlife photographers, he tends to shoot with a long lens. He crafts his compositions, checks his light and waits for moments to happen. But it was an opportunity in his...

Top-level full frame cameras can easily run north of $3,000 and much higher, and while they are, without a doubt, tremendously capable machines, you may not need all that power. This fantastic video takes a look at a full frame camera that costs only $400 and can still compete with modern options in many ways. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The April 2023 issue of Photoshop User is now live on the KelbyOne site and the KelbyOne app for iOS and Android. In this issue, see how applying blur effects creatively in Photoshop can bring your images into focus, plus learn a unique way to create and apply scan lines to your subjects in Photoshop, speed tips for quickly reviewing and culling images in Lightroom, masking images with graphic patterns, tips for building books in Lightroom, adding digital face paint, create your own custom vinyl album, and so much more! This issue’s cover image by KelbyOne member Don Hoekwater Current KelbyOne members can log into their account to access the new issue, or you can visit https://kelbyone.com/magazine to sign up and start reading today. KelbyOne Pro members have access...

The post Wide-Angle vs Telephoto Lenses: Which Is Right for You? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Will Crites-Krumm. Struggling to choose between a wide-angle and a telephoto lens? You’re not alone. Picking the perfect focal length can be tricky, especially because wider and longer lenses each have their benefits (and their drawbacks). Personally, I like both lens types, but certain focal lengths do suit certain shooting styles and subjects. In this article, I explore the key differences between wide-angle and telephoto lenses, and I share when you might want to use one over the other. Let’s dive right in! Wide-angle vs telephoto lenses: the basics Here’s the fundamental difference between wide-angle and telephoto glass: Wide-angle lenses...

The Godox AD200 has been around for a few years now, and in 2019, Godox released the "Pro" version of the AD200. Is this small, lightweight, powerful flash the right choice for you in 2023? Why do so many photographers think so highly of this pocket flash? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Brad Wendes)

The new Sigma 50mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary lens offers one of the most popular focal lengths in tandem with a modestly wide maximum aperture, all in a very travel-friendly package, making it an appealing lens for quite a few photographers. Can it deliver good performance and image quality to back up those appealing characteristics? This great video review takes a look at what you can expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)