Medium format lenses tend to be pricier than their full frame or APS-C counterparts; after all, a bigger sensor requires bigger glass to match it. A sub-$1,000 medium format lens is a rarity; even rarer is a sub-$1,000 zoom lens. Fujifilm's GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6 WR fits the bill, though, and this great video review takes a look at the lens and how it holds up on the GFX 50S II. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

There are fads that come into fashion that then become passé and others that become overused clichés. Some things we do are just unethical. Here's what should be abandoned this year, and drone owners won’t be pleased. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

The Sony a7 IV has generally been met with positive reviews, with most praising its nice balance of photo and video capabilities. That being said, the a7 III is widely regarded as one of the most impressive hybrid cameras in recent history, particularly at its price point. So, is the a7 IV worth the upgrade, or should you save your money? This great video review takes a look at both cameras to answer that question. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

There are many times when you have gone to a location to shoot a landscape and you have not been the only one there. That is fine as everyone is entitled to be there. Every now and again however you have the type of photographer who thinks that they are entitled and who blatantly either stands right next to you to get the same composition without any acknowledgment or a courteous "would you mind if I..." [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Red Fox Posing in the Snow” by Eric Wellman. Location: Nebraska. 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 Eric Wellman appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Medium format used to be something that was reserved only for rental houses and a few lucky photographers, but in the last few years, we have seen some medium format options come down in price quite significantly, though they still sit at the upper end of the price spectrum. So, is it worth shelling out extra for that larger sensor? This interesting video compares a modern full frame and modern medium format camera to find out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

As the number of lenses available for Canon's RF mount grows, photographers are faced with options and decisions for most focal lengths they would like to buy. Is this Viltrox prime one of the best value 85mm lenses for RF? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The post Happy New Year From the dPS Team (2022!) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. On behalf of the dPS team, I’d like to wish you a great end to 2021 and a fantastic start to 2022! We’ll be offering plenty of photography tips, tutorials, and advice in the new year, so be sure to check back regularly for our best content. One more thing: If you’re hoping to improve your photography and you can’t wait to get started, then take a look at our dPS Ultimate Guides, which offer everything you need to level up your photos: The dPS Ultimate Guide to Photography for BeginnersThe dPS Ultimate Guide to Landscape PhotographyThe Ultimate Guide...

If you love photography, there’s no doubt that you want to know the best ways to improve your photography. There are countless blogs and articles on this subject alone; what I’m going to do is drop five ideas that might help you become better at photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

Lightroom got a major upgrade to its masking capabilities in 2021, and the new features can make your editing far more efficient and easier. If you have not yet taken the opportunity to dive into the capabilities, this great video tutorial will show you everything you need to know to get the most out of them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Fujifilm's series of GFX medium format mirrorless cameras took the industry by storm by creating medium format mirrorless cameras with modern features normally reserved for systems will smaller sensors and offering them at highly competitive prices. This excellent video review takes a look at one member of that series, the GFX 50S II, and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

100-400mm lenses have long been popular for everything from bird photography to sports, as they offer a tremendously useful focal length range. While Canon offers a premium option of this lens, there is the much more affordable RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM for anyone who wants to save some money or a bit of weight in their bag, and 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)

As the old year rolls into the new, it’s that time again to make a few photographic resolutions. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

The post dPS Weekly Photo Challenge – Best of 2021 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. It’s been a year since we did a “Best of” that we thought may introduce a year that saw the end of Covid and well… here we are, a year older… When you think back over the last year, does any single photograph stand out more so than others? It’s totally fine if the answer to this question is no – share the one that means the most to you, or the one that inspires you the most to work at your photography in 2022. For me, there are a couple that I liked, for one reason or another, and...

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 2021, 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)

Photo By Kathryn Black Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Horned Lark in the Snow” by Kathryn Black. Location: Waterloo State Recreation Area, Michigan. “Part of a flock of horned larks, snow buntings and lapland longspurs migrating in late winter,” describes Black. 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 Kathryn Black appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Building a robust and strong photography portfolio is something that takes a lot of effort, persistence, and patience, and many of us spend years before we have a decent collection of images we are really proud of. So, how much persistence does it really take? This interesting video features a professional landscape photographer breaking down the numbers of how often he goes out and how many portfolio-worthy images he comes back with in a year. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you're interested in printing your photography, why not double down on creativity and turn those images into mixed media art. In this video, Irene Rudnyk walks you through how she created some stunning works by combining physical artistic techniques with prints of digital images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The post dPS Top Photography Gear Tips of 2021 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Struggling to choose the perfect new camera, lens, or accessory? Below, we share our most popular gear articles from 2021, which include plenty of gear recommendations and advice. Take a look! 1. The Best Way to Delete Photos From Your Memory Card The Best Way to Delete Photos From Your Memory Card 2. Full Frame vs APS-C vs Micro Four Thirds: Camera Sensors Explained Full Frame vs APS-C vs Micro Four Thirds: Camera Sensors Explained 3. The 12 Best Camera Apps in 2021 (Free and Paid) The 12 Best Camera Apps in 2021 (Free and Paid) 4. 5 Reasons Why...

Composition has rules that transcend all visual mediums, but playing to the equipment you're using can still be helpful. In this video, one photographer walks through his favorite techniques for better film photographs. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)