It is 2021, and numerous devices have GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular radios or some combination thereof, and these capabilities provide a certain level of security. There are also passcodes, serial number databases, and much more. And yet, cameras do not seem to take advantage of any of these capabilities. Why is that, and will we ever see some of these features make their way into our devices? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you are looking to step beyond basic, one-light setups, it can be a little daunting at first. In this behind-the-scenes video, learn how effective a simple three-point lighting system can be. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm F2.8G ED for DSLRs has long been regarded by photojournalists as well as landscape and astro photographers as one of the sharpest fast, wide zooms on the market. Even the best lenses often have limitations. For the AF-S 14-24mm, those are its relatively large size and a spherical front element that can’t accept screw-mount filters. To be fair, these characteristics are typical of ultra-wide, fast zooms and are outweighed by the lens’s generous perspective and fast maximum aperture that’s great for low-light shooting—especially for photographing the night sky. This image of Yosemite Valley from the rim is a blend of several exposures. All images were shot at ƒ/2.8 and 20 seconds using a Nikon Z 7. The...

It is no secret that both Lightroom and Photoshop can be resources hogs that do not run particularly quickly, though in fairness, they are also pushing around and manipulating a lot of data. Between your CPU, GPU, RAM, drives, and more, there are a lot of places where an upgrade could possibly speed things up, but of course, you do not want to waste your money. So, what components should you upgrade first? This helpful video will show you some useful tests to help you figure it out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I love the new Masking tools in the latest version of Lightroom Classic, Lightroom, and Adobe Camera Raw, but I admit, it can take a bit of getting used to when you first see the change to the icons in the Develop module. If you’re a KelbyOne member, be sure to check out Scott’s latest class on Masking to get the full scoop. This week, I just want to help you get oriented to the new icons, the new panel, and some of the features you’ll find within. The most disorienting change is the replacement of the old Adjustment Brush, Graduated Filter, and Radial Filter icons with the single new Masking icon. Hopefully, once you click that Masking icon you are...

As I am knee-deep in production this week, I thought I’d take this week’s article to share an experience outside the normal photography realm that still has lessons to teach for every small business owner. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

In the past few years, we have seen a few zoom lenses that push the boundaries of lens design and performance to the point that they can conceivably replace several prime lenses with comparable performance and many times more convenience. One such lens is the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD, which offers an impressively wide aperture combined with a highly versatile focal length range, and this great video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Tom Elenbaas Today’s Photo Of The Day is “A River Runs Through It” by Tom Elenbaas. Location: Talkeetna, Alaska “A small river snakes through the tundra of the Alaska Range,” describes Elenbaas. “This image was taken from a fixed-wing aircraft.” 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 Tom Elenbaas appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

One of the beautiful things about mastering artificial lighting is that you open a huge range of creative options to yourself through the use and arrangement of modifiers. However, there are numerous modifiers available to photographers, and it can be tricky knowing which ones are right for your work. This fantastic video compares over 25 lighting modifiers to show you the way they will render your subjects and help you choose the ones you prefer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Fujifilm X100 series is now in its fifth iteration with the X100V, and the popular camera is better than ever. Is it the best travel camera out there? This great video review takes a look at the camera and how it performs on a trip. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It is quite often overlooked when it comes down to creating a stunning photograph, although it has a big impact on the composition and even on the story of an image. We are talking about the right focal length. Avoid one of the biggest traps about focal lengths and find out how to impact your composition with the right lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christian Irmler)

The post RAW vs TIFF: Which File Type Should You Use for Photography? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Ana Mireles. You’ve probably heard about the ongoing debate between JPEG vs RAW files – but what about RAW vs TIFF? It’s not a common topic, but it’s just as important. In this article, I’ll talk about the characteristics of these two file formats, and I’ll explain what makes each option great. By the time you’ve finished, you’ll know why and when to use TIFF and RAW. Let’s get started! TIFF format: overview TIFF stands for Tagged Image File Format. It is an uncompressed file format for rasterized graphics. In photography, it’s normally used to save high-quality post-processed...

It used to be that cameras had three or nine focus points, with maybe 30-50 on more top-level professional bodies. Nowadays, cameras have hundreds or even thousands of focus points with nearly limitless ways to combine and arrange them. One of the fundamental choices you will have to make is the size of your focus point, and this excellent video tutorial will help you decide which is right for your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Having a successful business means you are often changing, learning, and creating a better path to success. In this video, I'm discussing four habits that I have seen with many photographers actively participating in. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

If you can learn how to create high-end composite images, you are only limited by your own imagination. In this video, watch an incredible medieval battle scene created from start to finish in Adobe Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Fujifilm has introduced a ton of new gear in the last couple of months, including a couple of incremental upgrades to the much-loved X-T30. How do you choose between this new X-T30 II and the X-S10? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

If money is of little concern and cameras are what you're interested in, then let us guide you through the realm of exotic and super-expensive cameras. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

It's time to release the fourth episode of our 8-part video tutorial series about long exposure photography, and how different filters can produce dramatic results. Remember, each time we release a new video, we also give away some awesome prizes. Read through this post to find out how to enter this week's contest. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Elia Locardi)

Photo By brynnschmidt Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Hidden Grizzly” by brynnschmidt. Location: Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. 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 brynnschmidt appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

One could easily say that nothing is what it seems because our minds create a subjective representation of the world around us. With memories, this representation may be even more complex. As scientists explain, encoding a memory in the brain is a biological event that begins with a sensory experience. Every memory we have captures emotions, and colors are one of those aspects that evoke and illustrate what we feel. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jenn Cohen)