Modern cameras are incredibly powerful tools, but there are still limitations to what they can do, some imposed by the current state of technology and some forever imposed by the laws of physics. That does not mean you are simply out of luck, though, as there are ways to work around these limitations. Often, this is done via bracketing, and this excellent video tutorial will show you some of the different kinds of bracketing, why they are valuable, and how to use them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The holy grail of time-lapse videos is smooth day-night transitions. Could it be as simple as a few settings on the right camera? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Susheel Chandradhas)

I mentioned the changes to the Metadata panel when the update was released, but I thought it deserved a deeper dive. [Editor’s note, this first appeared in the December issue of Photoshop User.] At first glance you may not notice anything different about this panel, but upon closer inspection the Default view of the panel has changed and gain new options. At the top left is a new icon resembling an eye (and a tiny pencil), which represents View and Edit mode. This is the default mode for this panel, and it allows you to view all available fields and alter any of the editable fields displayed. When clicked, you’ll switch to Edit Only mode, and you’ll only see fields displayed...

There are several business management platforms on the market, but few are aimed solely at photographers. Light Blue is a fabulous option, and its unique features set it well ahead of the competition. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Photo By Jeff Sullivan Today’s Photo Of The Day is “White Cracked Mud in Death Valley” by Jeff Sullivan. Location: Death Valley National Park, 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 Jeff Sullivan appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Congratulations to James Day for winning the recent Rule Of Thirds Assignment with the image, “Pointing Bear.” See more of Day’s photography at www.jdaypix.com.  View the winning image and a selection of submissions in the gallery below. And be sure to check out our current photography assignment here and enter your best shots! [See image gallery at www.outdoorphotographer.com] The post Rule Of Thirds Assignment Winner James Day appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

How do you bring your gear for a hike while keeping yourself comfortable? This is a viable option. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

Rumors about the forthcoming Leica M11 are circulating, and one particular feature stands out: 64 gigabytes of internal memory. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

As all facets of technology take large, confident strides forward, there are many unintended synergies and applications between them. One example of this, which is still relatively new to being viable, is using a projector as a background for photography and videography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

It is not difficult to get an okay shot as an advanced photographer. The problem is not seeing the things that would bring your photography even up to a world-class level. What if I would tell you that there exists a tiny subgenre in photography that makes not only most of the things you have to improve visible for you but also makes you a better photographer in all genres of photography? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christian Irmler)

The post The 6 Types of Lightroom Previews (And How to Use Them) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Andrew S. Gibson. Lightroom previews are an essential part of the editing workflow. But with so many different preview types, it’s easy to get confused. For example, do you know the difference between Minimal, Standard, and 1:1 previews? Do you know what a Smart Preview does, or why 1:1 previews are useless in the Develop module? In this article, I’ll share everything you need to know about previews, including: Why Lightroom uses previews (and why Photoshop doesn’t)The 6 preview types and what they can do for your image editingHow to easily build previews in Lightroom By the time...

Irix has created a name for themselves by manufacturing manual focus prime lenses that are rugged, affordable, and quite sharp, making them a compelling option for any genre where autofocus is not a requirement. This excellent video review takes a look at one of the company's newer lenses, the 30mm f/1.4 Dragonfly, and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Some discoveries in life are intentional and some are just happy accidents that work out in ways we never anticipated. I rely on the Transform tool in Lightroom to correct lines and perspectives, but I learned that it can completely change the look of an image to add interest and trick the eye of the viewer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeff Wiswell)

Some cameras are designed to be pragmatic tools, meant to reliably get the shot without fuss no matter what situation you throw them into. Other cameras put form first, offering stylish designs meant to inspire your creativity. It is a rare camera that does both equally well. This excellent video review takes a look at one such camera and why it will make you want to go out and shoot with it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

November’s astronomical events led me to plan for a week-long marathon astrophotography session. The catch was that it had to be around the full Moon, normally a frustratingly unproductive time for astrophotographers. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Kodama)

Most creative industries are highly competitive and difficult to earn high income. In this video, Lizzie Peirce walks you through her nine income streams and how they work, which may give you inspiration for your own business. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Photo By Elissa Title Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Going Fishing” by Elissa Title. Location: Katmai National Park, Alaska. “Two cubs follow their mom upstream while looking for fish,” describes Title. 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 Elissa Title appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Changing the background of an image convincingly is about a lot more than simply creating a precise mask for your subject and dropping in a new backdrop. It takes the ability to accurately evaluate and match things like lighting, color, perspective, depth of field, and more. If you are wondering how to do all those things, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you everything you need to know to convincingly change the background of an image using Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A 24-70mm f/2.8 is the workhorse lens of choice for a lot of photographers and filmmakers, offering a versatile focal length range and wide maximum aperture. One such lens for Fujifilm shooters is the XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR, and this excellent video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of image quality and performance you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Sandmarc Motion Pro Variable filter can be used for both filming and photography. For me, it excels at one more than the other, not because of quality, but because of ease of use. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)