Creating an even, flattering light in the studio doesn't have to be difficult. In this tutorial, I will show you three simple parallel lighting hacks to make portraits that everyone from the boardroom to Broadway will love. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Sigma today introduced a new wide angle zoom for Sony E-Mount and L-Mount (Sigma/Leica/Panasonic) full-frame mirrorless systems. The Sigma 16-28mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary is an internal zoom design, meaning that its exterior length doesn’t change as you move throughout the zoom range. At 4 inches in length and 3 inches in diameter, it’s relatively compact for a wide angle zoom with a fast, constant maximum aperture and weighs just under one pound. The lens can focus on objects as close as 9.9 inches for landscape compositions with prominent foreground elements and uses a stepping motor for autofocus that Sigma states is both “fast and silent,” the latter being especially important for video work. The editors at our sibling publication...

The post Summer Photography: 8 Tips and Ideas for Amazing Results appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Guest Contributor. In this article, I explain how you can capture stunning summer photos – no matter your level of experience and no matter your gear. Specifically, I share: My favorite type of light for beautiful summer photographyAn easy mindset change that’ll quickly improve your photosMy favorite way to find summer photoshoot locationsPlenty of summer photography ideas to get you inspired! So if you’re ready to create stunning shots, then let’s dive right in, starting with: 1. Pay attention to the summer sun If you want to capture consistently gorgeous summer photos, then you must learn to master lighting –...

The perfect camera probably doesn’t exist, but there are certainly some that come close. In this retrospective look at the classic Olympus XA, find out why I've come to love this tiny powerhouse from the past. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Sony just announced three new compact wide angle lenses for APS-C cameras after a long while. Let's take a look at what’s new with these lenses and if they are worth checking out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Sunflowers in the Sunlight” by Garry Everett. “The morning sun streaming through a small opening in the trees of an almond orchard behind me to spotlight a pair of sunflowers,” describes Everett. 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 Garry Everett appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Did you miss a Photo Of The Day last month? View all of May’s selections in the slideshow below! 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. [See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com] The post Photos Of The Day For May 2022 appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Most of the time, when it comes to photography or video of cars, beauty products, cosmetics, and even shoes, it’s made on a computer and not by a photographer. There are several reasons for this, but in this video, Karl Taylor, a renowned product photographer and educator, discusses photography versus 3D CGI and the advantages of each. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wouter du Toit)

As a professional wildlife photographer, my first and foremost desire is to record my subjects without disturbing natural behavior. Wild animals are naturally skittish, and many are dangerous to approach, so I frequently need to use long focal length, super-telephoto lenses to make my photographs. Canon EOS R5, Canon RF800mm F5.6 L IS USM. Exposure: 1/1600 sec., ƒ6.3, ISO 500. I could think of no better place to test the new Canon RF800mm F5.6 L IS USM than Yellowstone, America’s first national park. Canon’s corporate philosophy of Kyosei means we strive to have a positive impact on society, and coincidently, this year we celebrate Canon’s 25th anniversary of sponsoring Yellowstone Forever, the nonprofit partner of Yellowstone National Park. Photographing predators in...

We are used to traveling to the most beautiful places with the aim of getting outstanding photographs. But when we import our images to Lightroom, we have often to accept that our photos are no more than the same old story that was photographed there already by thousands of others before. How can we get photographs that stand out? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christian Irmler)

Fujifilm's latest camera, the X-H2S, is here, and it brings with it a veritable plethora of improvements and new features. This excellent video review takes a first look at the camera and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Along with the X-H2S, Fujifilm has announced the XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR lens, which offers a ton of reach for sports, wildlife, and bird photographers. How does it hold up in the real word? This excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you will be able to expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post The Lightroom Tone Curve: A Hands-On Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. What is the Lightroom Tone Curve? How does it work? And how can you use it to edit your photos? The Tone Curve is one of Lightroom’s most powerful tools, but if you’ve never used it before, it can get pretty confusing; that’s where this article comes in handy. Below, I explain everything you need to know about the Tone Curve, including: A simple explanation of the Tone Curve’s functionA clear, concise guide to operating the Curve’s graph and slidersHow you can adjust the Curve for amazing results when editing Sound good? Then let’s dive right in! What is the...

Today, I’ll share with you a few lessons I've learned after several years of taking cameras and other gear through their paces. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Fujifilm X-H2S Fujifilm today announced a new flagship in its APS-C sensor X Series mirrorless lineup, along with two new lenses including a super-telephoto that will be of particular interest for wildlife photographers. The Fujifilm X-H2S is the company’s most advanced X Series camera yet, with impressive burst shooting capabilities. Paired with the new FUJINON XF150-600mmF5.6-8 R LM OIS WR, the camera offers a compelling system for telephoto wildlife and sports photography. Top view of the Fujifilm X-H2S The Fujifilm X-H2S features a new 26.2-megapixels X-Trans CMOS 5 HS imaging sensor that’s a stacked design with back-side illumination that Fujifilm states delivers up to 4x faster signal reading. The camera also introduces a new X-Processor 5 that doubles the processing power...

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)

Cinema has perhaps the most thoughtful post-processing workflow of any visual medium, and so there is a lot that can be learned from it. In this video, learn how to make your photographs look more cinematic using just Adobe Lightroom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Photo By Susan Taylor Today’s Photo Of The Day is “California Poppies” by Susan Taylor. Location: Pine Flat Fresno County, California. 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 Susan Taylor appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

When you are a landscape photographer, planning ahead is one of the most crucial things you can do to ensure good chances of success, but it is not the only way to work. Sometimes, finding a new location and exploring it without a preconceived plan can be a wonderful way to make images. This fantastic video follows an experienced landscape photographer as he does just that and shares some insights. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Pocket cameras and action cameras used to put convenience and ruggedness ahead of image quality, but in the past few years, we have seen remarkable steps forward, and now, you can have your cake and eat it too. If you are looking for one to add to your kit, check out this fantastic video overview that will show you the best pocket, action, and 360 cameras for summer 2022. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)