When Fujifilm announced the new X-H2, I was immediately interested to test it out against my current camera, the Canon R5. Featuring a 40-megapixel sensor, much improved autofocus, and other advancements, on paper, it hits all the marks for my type of work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

The value of participating in non-commissioned projects in a photography career is very high, and photo competitions are a good example of that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert Stevens)

If you're a steadfast Sony loyalist, you might want to look away now, because a dedicated Sony shooter just got his hands on the Canon EOS R5 and a bunch of Canon lenses and absolutely loved the ecosystem. Take a look to find out why. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

I keep on seeing the advertisements about software for reducing noise in digital photos. It gives the idea noise is always a huge problem that needs to be addressed. This is advertising, of course. Or is it indeed an issue that we have to solve with specialized software?. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

The post Lightroom Graduated Filter: The Ultimate Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Andrew S. Gibson. The Lightroom Graduated filter is an insanely versatile editing tool; you can use it to enhance skies, add beautiful vignettes, create sun flare effects, and so much more. But how does the filter work? And how can you use it to achieve the best possible images? In this article, I share everything you need to know about the Graduated filter. I offer step-by-step instructions for getting started, I explain when the filter is actually useful, and I reveal plenty of tips and tricks for improved results. So if you’re ready to become a Graduated filter expert, then let’s dive right...

Apple's MacBook Air line features some of the most popular computers in the world, and since the move to the company's own silicon, they have become legitimate tools for creative professionals, able to tackle demanding tasks formerly left for larger and more expensive options. The new M2 model has now been on the market for about five months, giving creatives a good chunk of time with the device, and this excellent video review discusses one such user's experience with the computer in that time. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The December 2022 issue of Photoshop User is now live on the KelbyOne site and the KelbyOne app for iOS and Android. In this issue, Scott Kelby is here once again to help you with your holiday shopping, plus using Curves in Camera Raw masking from Lightroom Classic, creating AI-generated art through the Stability plugin, turning silver into gold, creating a magnifying glass effect, removing a color cast from an old photo, softening skin in Lightroom, and so much more! This issue’s cover design by Jessica Maldonado; Images ©Adobe Stock 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 & Plus members have access to more than 100 back issues of Photoshop User magazine...

Nikon has made their way into more specialized mirrorless lenses in recent months, with the NIKKOR Z 800mm f/6.3 VR S being one such option. The 800mm f/6.3 might be one of the most competitively priced lenses in recent memory, and it offers top-shelf sharpness and portability on top of that. This great video review takes a look at the new lens and the sort of image quality and performance you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Christoph Stopka Today’s Photo of the Day is “Foggy Petit Manan Sunrise” by Christoph Stopka. Location: Steuben, Maine. “I shot this photo by drone because it was simply a foggy, soupy mess where I was standing (on the shore of the bay, eye level with the forest), but I figured that it would most likely look completely different from above,” explains Stopka. “I guessed right…what a beautiful scene suddenly opening up below the drone! I really love the way the trees are spreading their seemingly endless shadows through the fog.” 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....

24mm lenses with wide maximum apertures are prized by many creatives for their versatility, as they are at home in a wide range of genres and applications. The Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM builds on that flexibility by adding macro capabilities and image stabilization to the equation, making it quite the intriguing lens for a lot of users. This great video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The last few years have been packed with some incredible cameras and the list keeps getting longer. Sony's newest body has seen rave reviews as both a stills camera and a video-centric body. So, is this camera the best choice for photographers creating YouTube content? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The beauty of digital photography is that once you have paid for the camera and storage, you can take as many images as you want at essentially no additional cost. Of course, on the other hand, when it comes to film photography, every press of the shutter incurs an additional cost. So, a film camera that promises to double the number of images you can take with every roll sounds quite intriguing. This neat video will show you one such camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Earth’s Shadow at Moonrise over Mount Everest, as seen from Gokyo Ri, Khumbu Himal, Nepal. Fujifilm GFX100S, FUJINON GF32-64mmF4 R LM WR, Really Right Stuff TVC-24L tripod with Arca-Swiss D4 geared head. Exposure: 1.5 secs., ƒ/11, ISO 100. This photograph was 23 years in the making. It was inspired by a powerful series of photographs that archetypal mountain photographer Galen Rowell made from the summit of a minor peak in Nepal’s Everest region and published in his May 1999 column for Outdoor Photographer. I went to work for Galen that same month, and I swore to him that someday I would experience that sublime vista with my own eyes. August 11 of this year marks 20 years since the plane crash...

Technology often follows a path where it begins life large, slow, and expensive, and then gets smaller, faster, and cheaper as time passes. Digital cameras have not followed this trend for a number of reasons, and every time I think I can predict where the industry will go, a curveball is thrown. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

This one will be a subjective post, but I will not make it a praise piece for my camera brand of choice. Instead, I'm talking about the pain points that led me to a particular brand over any other. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Waring)

Landscape photography is a tricky genre that takes the confluence of multiple skills to get right, but there are some overarching philosophies that can guide you to consistently better images. This excellent video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer sharing three helpful tips sure to improve your photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Fstoppers community is brimming with creative vision and talent. Every day, we comb through your work, looking for images to feature as the Photo of the Day or simply to admire your creativity and technical prowess. In 2022, we're featuring a new photographer every month, whose portfolio represents both stellar photographic achievement and a high level of involvement within the Fstoppers community. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The creative process is rarely one in which you move straight ahead; instead, it is often two steps forward, one back, and maybe a few to the side. When you are feeling discouraged, one of the most important things you can remember is that the best creativity often happens in bursts. This great video essay discusses the topic and offers a lot of meaningful wisdom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Michael Robinson Today’s Photo of the Day is “Black Bear Silhouette” by Michael Robinson. Location: Northern Vancouver Island. “Vancouver Island black bear at a creek mouth hunting for spawning salmon,” describes Robinson. 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 Michael Robinson appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Are you a young and budding photographer, looking for your way in a complex world with numerous paths available to you? This fantastic video tutorial features an experienced photographer critiquing a range of images and offering some valuable advice along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)