The digital age and the ability to crop our photos however we want instantly has reduced the attention placed on aspect ratios. Nonetheless, aspect ratio has an important impact on many factors of your image, ranging from composition to printing. This excellent video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer discussing the effect aspect ratio has on images and how to leverage it to improve the quality of your photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

50mm lenses with wide apertures are some of the most useful and versatile options a photographer can own, suitable for a wide range of genres and applications, including portraits, low-light events, and much more. For Fujifilm shooters, there is the XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR, this excellent video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in real-world usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Bird photography is a challenging discipline to master and it's even more difficult when you are in locations that have erratic and invasive weather. In this video, Brent Hall goes to Scotland to shoot birds on cliffs and in rivers, with Scottish weather behaving exactly as it always does: poorly. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Anamorphic lenses were once rare and extremely expensive, but they have become more common and slightly more affordable. This latest offering from Viltrox is still reasonably expensive, but it's certainly capable of creating some amazing visuals. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Ecommerce images represent a product on the web to provide potential customers with an accurate representation of the products. Therefore an efficient workflow that enables you to get an image of a product that is fully in focus is extremely crucial. Check out this article to find out how easy focus stacking might be the answer for you if you find yourself struggling with focusing issues. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Zhen Siang Yang)

In the world of photography, capturing moments with precision and perfection has long been the pursuit. However, there's always a different approach. The compelling alternative photographers can explore is being intentionally imperfect. Today, social media bombards viewers what some believe to be a perfect lifestyle, even what a perfect cup of coffee can look like. Now, like anything else, it's all subjective. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Rudzikewycz)

The post 5 Essential Macro Photography Rules (and When to Break Them) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Talk to any macro photography expert, and they’ll likely give you a few handy rules that are designed to help you improve your shots as quickly as possible. These rules can be insanely helpful, especially if you’re just starting out – but they can also be restrictive, frustrating, and very problematic. So while it pays to explore a handful of essential macro photography rules, it’s important that you also understand how to break them effectively. That way, you can take advantage of the rules when they suit your photos, and you can break them as needed, too....

If you look through the galleries here at Fstoppers, trending images on social media, or those on the pages of magazines, they usually depict beauty. Beauty is easy to like and is, understandably, popular. But there is something far harder to capture that is sublime. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Although rare, we all have the thought of quitting photography at one point or another. Despite being young, I have been told to quit several times already, all before even starting. In this article, I want to highlight some valuable reasons why and when you should consider quitting photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

The Google Pixel 7A smartphone offers a lot of features and capabilities at a reasonable price, making it a nice choice for a wide range of users. This great video review takes a look at the phone's photo and video capabilities 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 standard lens of choice landscape photography is an ultrawide zoom, something like a 16-35mm f/4. When working in a genre in which you have no control over the placement of elements in the scene and there is often significant physical effort to get to a location, a zoom can be a major convenience. Nevertheless, a prime lens still has its place. This great video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer sharing the benefits of using a prime lens for landscape work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR offers photographers a longer telephoto focal length in tandem with a wide aperture, making it an intriguing option for portrait and wedding photographers among others. This excellent 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)

Tuesday morning, we are doing a live Webinar to share some of the most amazing things you’ve ever seen from Adobe and then discuss it all. Discussion? Therapy session? You decide, but we will remember Tuesday for many years, so you don’t want to miss this news from our friends at Adobe. When: 9 AM ET Tuesday, May, 23rdWhere: You can watch on my Facebook page (facebook.com/skelby) or KelbyOne on YouTubeWhy: Because this is mind-blowing stuff. Seriously. Mark your calendars, and bring some alcohol. It couldn’t hurt. See you then! -Scott The post Tomorrow at 9 AM Join Us For Some Absolutely Mind-Blowing News From Adobe appeared first on Lightroom Killer Tips. Original link(Originally posted by Scott Kelby)

The MacBook Pro is the most popular laptop of choice for creatives, able to tackle just about any task you can throw at it with ease, while also offering a beautiful display and all-day battery life. Today only, you can get the top-level model of the 16-inch MacBook Pro for $1,700 off. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The northern lights are one of the great unicorns of the photography world. Researching how to find them can sound as complicated as entropy. Luckily, this video breaks down everything you need to know about analyzing the science behind hunting the auroras. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Travis Meier)

The Acer Swift X 14 Laptop offers a wide range of modern features, but perhaps the most exciting is its OLED screen, which promises stunning contrast and vibrant colors, making it an intriguing option for many creatives. Is it the right option for you? This excellent video review takes a look at the laptop and the sort of performance and experience you can expect from it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Sigma's Contemporary line of lenses offers a nice balance of portability, affordability, and image quality, with one of the most intriguing options being the 50mm f/2 DG DN, which offers a popular focal length in tandem with a fairly wide maximum aperture. Can it back that up with good performance and image quality? This excellent video review takes a look at what you can expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

OK, now that I have your attention, let's get something out of the way: I'm not trashing your photography. I'm sure it's all fantastic, and I sincerely hope you keep creating those amazing images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Colin Houck)

The post Sony Will Announce the ZV-1 Successor on May 23rd appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. At 10:00 EDT on May 23rd, Sony will announce a new “all for vlogging” camera, according to a banner posted on the company’s website. While the banner shared no camera details – only that a new, vlog-focused model will be unveiled, as well as the date and time – Sony Alpha Rumors had recently promised a ZV-1 successor announcement, and the rumor site appears confident that the upcoming launch does indeed refer to a ZV-1 II. (While the camera’s name is unknown, we’ll use the “ZV-1 II” moniker until we hear otherwise.) The original ZV-1 debuted back in...

You prepared your bag for the day, you charged your batteries, formatted your cards, and dusted your lenses. But have you forgotten anything? Here is what is also important to think about for a blissful day of shooting. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Stefan Gonzalevski)