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)

Panasonic makes some of the best hybrid cameras out there, and their latest, the Lumix S5 IIX, brings with it some of the company latest and greatest features. This excellent video review takes a look at the new camera and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

35mm and medium format photography, though different, generally require the same fundamental techniques, knowledge, and approach, save for a few somewhat minor differences. On the other hand, large format photography is something entirely different, and while it requires an entirely different set of skills, it will reward you with a look and level of image quality that not even the best digital cameras in the world can approach. The Intrepid 8x10 Gen 3 offers an affordable and relatively portable entry point into large format work, and this great video review takes a look at how it holds up in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Drones have revolutionized photography and videography at a consumer and commercial level and there are many options for many different purposes. However, if you want to walk the line between ludicrous fun and incredible imagery, perhaps you want to look at FPV drones. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

This is the last of three videos that dive deep into how Kodak makes film for your cameras. In this third video, we get a peek into how the large, wide rolls of light-sensitive film that were made in the previous stages are now cut into narrower strips and packaged for us to use! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Susheel Chandradhas)

The post 21 Tips for Breathtaking Wedding Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darren Rowse. When you’re just starting out in the world of wedding photography, capturing stunning images can seem incredibly daunting. After all, you only get one chance to photograph the big day; there are no do-overs or second chances. But fear not! Snapping amazing photos on the big day is totally within your grasp. Trust me, it’s not as hard as it might seem. In fact, with the right techniques and a little know-how, you’ll be well on your way to capturing those picture-perfect moments that will make couples and their families cherish their wedding memories forever. In this article, I’ll be sharing...

Perhaps no trend has a tighter grip on the photo industry (and arguably, tech as a whole) right now than AI. While it has caused a lot of uncertainty and worry over how it will affect the careers of creatives going forward, it has also brought with it a lot of highly valuable tools that can make your job easier and more efficient. This fantastic video tutorial discusses seven such tools and how you can use them to improve your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Fujifilm X Series cameras do have a reasonably usable selection of wide angle lenses available, but there is still a missing a piece. Tamron is here to fill that gap with its new 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD lens. Is it good enough? Is it worth considering instead of the Fujifilm originals? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ondřej Vachek)

When starting out in photography, you are immediately blasted with dozens of potential cameras you can buy. Picking the right one can be one difficult task. When buying a camera, you are not only investing in a device, but rather in a system of lenses, accessories, and much more. This is why picking the first camera is often a very important choice. In this article, we will see which cameras are the best for beginners. The last one might surprise a few of you. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)