While micro four thirds is still seeing development from a few companies, one manufacturer is throwing in the towel. In a recent interview, Sigma's CEO indicated that due to a decrease in demand for micro four thirds lenses, the company will no longer be developing new options for the format, though they will maintain their current lenses. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Sigma's Foveon sensors have long had a small but loyal following who love their sharp images and vibrant, accurate colors. Since the advent of the L mount alliance, there has long been the hope that the Foveon sensor might find its way into a full frame camera. Sigma's CEO recently confirmed that those hopes might soon come true. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Sigma Announces Three Lenses for Nikon Z-Mount Cameras appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Earlier this week, Sigma announced that three lenses will soon be available for Nikon Z-mount cameras: The 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary, the 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary, and the 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary.  While the lenses have not been specifically designed for the Nikon lineup – you can already grab EF-M mount, X mount, Micro Four Thirds mount, L-mount, and E-mount versions – they are the first Sigma lenses available for Z-mount cameras, and the three units will undoubtedly provide Sigma’s usual optical excellence at a very reasonable price. Note the “DC” designation, which indicates that the...

Canon’s cinema line of cameras ushered forward the post-DSLR years for video users, and now, they could be set to do the same with mirrorless designs. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Stephen Kampff)

Conventional wisdom in studio portrait photography tells us to avoid shooting portraits wide open. But in this video, I will show you why I shoot portraits wide open all the time, and you should try it too. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Recent research shows that there are excellent reasons why you should abandon the camera phone that have nothing to do with how good the pictures are. There’s a darker side to camera phones that we ignore at our peril. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

The post dPS Weekly Photo Challenge – Ice appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. We’re coming out the end of summer here in Melbourne, so ice, unless I’m making an early arvo iced coffee, is hard to come by – that said, this week your challenge is to depict ice, however you like, lit however you like, as creatively as possible for the weekly challenge. Use the hashtags #dPSWeeklyChallenge and #dPSIceChallenge when you share your photo on social media. For those that were wondering, here’s how I used ice, today…. (It was a warm one) You can use ice blocks or ice packs or an icy glare or… You choose! Look forward to checking out this week’s...

If you find your photos are often a bit monotonous and lacking in interest and you are unsure of how to break out of that rut, this is the video tutorial for you. A simple change of habit can help you take more varied images and expand your eye beyond what you are used to shooting. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

For several years, I had wanted to travel to Antarctica and explore the region photographically. Images that I had seen from this part of the Earth seemed truly otherworldly. In February 2019, I finally had a chance to go as part of a photo workshop led by John Paul Caponigro and Seth Resnick, two outstanding teachers. Travel to this region was a bit arduous, but the excitement of finally getting to see the southernmost part of the world more than overcame the long travel. A day after we arrived in Punta Arenas, Chile, we flew to the Antarctica Peninsula. Later that day, we set sail on the icebreaker ship that we were to be housed on for the week. Each morning...

Photo By Bill Sisson Today’s Photo of the Day is “Snowy Textures” by Bill Sisson. Location: Big Valley, Central Pennsylvania. “A late-winter snowstorm had coated the valley in central Pennsylvania where I live,” explains Sisson. “As I was driving around the valley searching for images to capture, I saw this intersection of ridge lines and different textures in the distance. The storm was still moving out, so low clouds clung to the ridge tops. I used a long lens to isolate this detail in the landscape.” 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...

Very few people jump right in to running a photography business full-time. The vast majority start out slowly, doing photography on the side while they maintain their primary income from another job. That can be a particularly stressful time, but as this excellent video essay details, with the right mindset, you can become more intentional and focused and achieve your goals sooner. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 9 Water Photography Ideas (for Easy Inspiration) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Bond. Water photography offers dozens – even hundreds – of creative possibilities. It may seem simple, but water is an amazing photographic subject that’ll allow you to capture gorgeous shots using a variety of techniques. What’s the best way to capture our favorite liquid in all its glory? In this article, I share nine inspiring ideas for photographing water, including a wide range of options that cover macro photography, landscape photography, and more. So if you’re struggling for inspiration or you simply aren’t sure how to get started, then you’ve come to the right place. Let’s dive right in! 1. Water...

24-70mm f/2.8 lenses are the workhorses of choice for a huge range of photographers, as their versatile focal length range and relatively wide maximum aperture make them suitable for many different genres and shooting scenarios. For Sony shooters looking for the best the company can offer, there is the FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II, and this excellent video review takes a look at the performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Before we get to the article – some quick news. My all-new book, “Light it, Shoot it, Retouch it” (for flash), is finally here, and my publisher has an absolutely insane one-day sale on it. All the details are on my daily blog today at scottkelby.com – hope you’ll check it out (and get the book for nearly 60% off). Retouching Teeth, Hair, and Eyes It’s our third installment of this new retouching column (well, I’m not sure it’s quite “new” anymore). Last week, we looked at using a skin-smoothing technique and how we could use that to create smoother transitions of tones on our subject’s face, and we got to use some of the new Person Mask Options. This time,...

Modern camera gear evolves at a breakneck pace, and as such, it can be tempting to watch the news of the latest and greatest cameras and lenses and pull out your credit card. When should you actually drop the money to upgrade your gear, and when should you turn your attention elsewhere? This helpful video essay discusses the topic and might just help you save a lot of money and improve your images at the same time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Though it takes a lot of skill with a camera and in editing, being a successful professional photographer takes a lot more than just those. If you feel comfortable with your skills and your portfolio and you are wondering if you are ready to make the jump, check out this fantastic video essay that features an experienced professional detailing how to know if you are ready. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

This camera was released a whopping seven years ago. Being the last-of-the-line DSLR for Canon, it is still the best 5D camera they will ever make. While there are photographers switching from DSLR to mirrorless, the 5D Mark IV is still being sold to photographers worldwide. Let’s review this camera and see how good it is in 2023. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Congratulations to Jeremy Janus for winning the Winter Grandscapes Assignment with the image, “Sunrise at Loch Vale.” View the winning image and a selection of submissions below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment here and enter your best shots! The post Winter Grandscapes Assignment Winner Jeremy Janus appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Fujifilm cameras have been popular for decades, but in the past few years, they have released bodies that are fully in vogue and thus difficult to find. Are they worth the hype? Should you buy a Fujifilm camera in 2023? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

In a lot of my articles, I go on about how incredible Capture One is and how every photographer (with a few exceptions) should switch from Lightroom to Capture One. In this article, we will finally take a deep dive and see for ourselves why it’s worth considering the switch in 2023. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)