The post When to Use a High ISO (+ Tips for High-ISO Photography) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by James Maher. Are there times when a high ISO makes sense? When should you consider using a high ISO? And what ISO can modern cameras handle? In this article, I’ll explain everything you need to know about high ISOs, including: Whether high ISOs are ever a good thing (spoiler alert: they are!)Tips and tricks for working with high ISOs for great resultsHow to determine the maximum acceptable ISO for your cameraMuch, much more! Let’s get started. When (if ever) should you use a high ISO? Raising the ISO is one of the most common photographic fears. Photographers –...

Occasionally, I'll come across a camera that really excites me as a photographer. This offering by Fujifilm may be the weirdest camera I've ever seen, and I love it! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Parker)

There is a lot of new tech showing up in monitors the last few years higher. With higher resolutions, HDR support, multiple color spaces, and ultra-wide panels, it can be difficult to find the monitor that meets your specific needs. If you're looking for productivity and a clean look, the MSI Prestige PS341W 34" WUHD IPS 5K2K might be worth checking out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael DeStefano)

Scranton, PA: A local photographer drained his son's college savings to purchase a new camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Every few years, some brilliant young mind at an ad agency decides that the best way to promote the imaging capabilities of the latest and greatest upcoming smartphone is to create a series of campaign images on the phone. At this point, it’s a convention but proves the point: “This camera is so great that anyone can take great images with it. You know you want to be that person!” [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

Canon has been releasing some mightily impressive lenses ever since they first dipped their toes into the professional mirrorless market, and it looks like they are showing no signs of stopping. The company recently filed patents for three new lenses, with one of them being yet another that pushes the boundaries of design. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When Canon confirmed the EOS R3 recently, it highlighted specs that went toe to toe with Sony's flagship a1: 30 fps continuous burst rate, eye-controlled autofocus, a vertically integrated grip, ultra-weather-resistant body, and a sensor with much faster readout times. As such, it might seem like the EOS R3 is meant to be Canon's flagship, but that's not the case, as something even better is coming. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Over the history of mankind, the best way found to archive data was to carve it into stone, then bury it in the sand. Photographically, the most stable form of archiving is probably a black-and-white silver-based image on a glass plate. For digital data storage, there is no perfect permanent storage option. Most digital storage media can’t be confidently recommended to be dependable beyond 5-10 years. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Kodama)

Sunrise photography is no easy task and takes some real dedication to pull off. Here's why one landscape photographer loves getting up at 3am to shoot epic sunrises. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Sometimes, being in the field can be overwhelming. An incredible sunset with quickly changing colors can cause you to fumble your settings. A surprise appearance of a wildlife subject can cause you to throw off your focus. Being in awe of seeing a grand scenic can cause you to miss an even better shot behind you. However, if you memorize and utilize these P and Q words every time you’re out on a shoot, you’ll come home with better images. Patience In a fantasy photographic world, every venture into the field would bring gorgeous light, iconic settings, regal wildlife, perfect temperatures and magnificent beauty. In reality, this would be boring as the challenge to make the quintessential wildlife or scenic image...

Photo By Douglas Croft Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Walk With Me” by Douglas Croft. Location: MalaMala Game Reserve, South Africa. “This was the day I fell in love with elephants,” explains Croft. “We sat on the banks of the Sand River all afternoon as five large family groups gathered around us. We couldn’t move, so we sat and enjoyed watching elephants be elephants. The little ones ran and fell and climbed on each other, but the tiny ones stayed quite close to their moms. As the sun fell and the shadows got long, they filed back across the river and disappeared into the bush. We felt blessed to have experienced this day and pray that future generations will be...

One of the neatest capabilities of modern editing software is the ability to automatically replace skies in a convincing manner with just a few clicks, something that used to be a rather tedious and involved process. Nonetheless, there is still a lot of creative control over the process and things you can do to improve the final result. If you are using Luminar AI, this excellent video tutorial will show you everything you need to know. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Landscape photography is a genre that rewards patience and perseverance. If you are just getting started or have been struggling with your work a bit lately, this excellent video essay discusses three important lessons a seasoned professional wishes he had learned earlier in his career. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 35mm Street Photography Pros and Cons (+ Tips) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. With a 35mm prime lens on a full-frame camera, you’ll capture a field of view a little broader than what you see. This is what makes 35mm street photography so attractive. Street photography is most impactful when it is realistic – but with a twist. That twist is the photographer’s creative influence. Rather than relying on tricky post-processing, extra long or wide lenses, or any other gear to make an image stand out, a good street photographer will aim to capture life on the highways and byways as they experience it. In this article, I’ll take a look at...

Standing at the edge of Tunnel View in Yosemite National Park I didn’t feel an immediate connection with the iconic tableau. It wasn’t that the scene, El Capitan, Bridalveil Falls, and Half Dome, wasn’t spectacular, as it was. It is among the most captivating scenes in the world. In spite of the beauty, my camera remained in its bag. I couldn’t conceive of a shot that felt personally connected to the scene. Instead, I only saw vignettes of Ansel Adams' deep love for the place. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Brian Christianson)

The beauty of landscape photography is there are so many ways to shoot the same scene and to express your creativity. If you have been struggling with your landscape photography a bit, check out this fantastic video that discusses five techniques that can improve your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

We've all heard before the advice that in order to succeed we should wow our customers by over-delivering through the services we provide, but is it actually worth going above and beyond? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Anete Lusina)

We have all made mistakes and assumptions about photography that we have eventually come to realize were wrong, and the sooner we can recognize those and correct them, the better. This excellent video essay features a professional photographer discussing 10 things he got wrong about photography and what he did to fix them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Multiple exposures are a relatively straightforward and fun way to make interesting and unique photographs. While you can easily blend images during the editing process, creating successful multiple exposures in-camera can be a good challenge and a way to flex those creative skills. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Abby Ferguson, MFA)

The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV offers fans of the company's micro four thirds cameras the chance to jump into the system at a very affordable price. What kind of features and performance can you expect out of the body? This excellent video review takes a look. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)