This year, we celebrate the 184th birthday of photography, and in those nearly two centuries, we have seen some remarkable accomplishments and advancements. This fantastic video essay takes a look at the craft we all love and some of the most important milestones in its history. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Sirui's launched the Venus 150mm T2.9 1.6x Full-Frame Anamorphic Lens. Beyond its sharp imagery, pleasing bokeh, and unique anamorphic flare, its standout feature is the remarkably close minimum focus distance. This capability sets the lens apart, elevating it to a distinct tier of optical brilliance. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

Film photography has enjoyed a notable resurgence in the last few years, and while it can offer an enjoyable and different experience over digital, it is not without its drawbacks. The cost is the most commonly cited con to the format, but there is something arguably more crucial to consider. This excellent video essay discusses the issue and what you should consider before you pick up your film camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In a recently uploaded video by Dagogo from the renowned ColdFusion YouTube channel, the spotlight is cast on groundbreaking EU legislation that could reshape the contours of the smartphone industry. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

35mm lenses with wide apertures have long been treasured for their usefulness and ability to tackle a huge range of needs and situations with ease, including portraits, weddings, street photography, and much more. The Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR has earned a lot of respect among photographers. However, now that the company has also released X Series cameras with high-resolution sensors, can it keep up? This great video review takes a look at the performance and image quality you can expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It isn't a new question and the answer is ever-changing, but periodically, it's worth looking at each brand from an objective point of view to see the state of play. Which brand is currently the best for each type of photographer? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

When you think of a portrait, you probably think of focal lengths mostly between 85mm and 135mm, but, of course, that does not mean you can't use wider focal lengths. A wide angle portrait outside can be a great way to add a sense of drama and adventure to the frame, but you need to ensure you are carefully balancing the light. This excellent video tutorial will show you how to read the light and ensure you get the best possible images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Few things are more fundamental to photography than the difference between zoom and prime lenses. Each option has its own advantages and disadvantages, and knowing which one is right for various applications will help you choose the right one for your creative tendencies and ensure you get the shot. This helpful video tutorial will teach you the differences and show you which is right for your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post dPS Bi-Weekly Photo Challenge – ICM (Intentional Camera Movement) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Richard wrote sup a great post on ICM a little while back, and while it can be tricky, it’s what you’re going to master over the next two weeks in our bi-weekly photography challenge. If you don’t know where to start – head over to Richard’s post (Click Here) and read it from top to tail, then take out your camera and go and work on your image! You can share up to 5 images for this challenge, make sure you tag the posts correctly and most of all, make sure you enjoy the process. Make sure you include the...

Focus stacking/bracketing consists of taking several shots of the same frame (in this case, a landscape) at different focus points within your frame to ensure sharpness throughout. Is it necessary? In most cases, no, as an aperture above f/9 will typically cover any slight variations in depth of field. However, if you are using an ultra-wide lens with subjects close to the lens and a large distance between the foreground and background elements, it is beneficial to ensure sharpness throughout. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

When you are new to learning, it can be tempting to think that you need complex multi-light setups in order to create compelling professional portraits, but that cannot be further from the truth. While such setups certainly have their place, you will be surprised by just how much you can accomplish with only one light. This fantastic video tutorial features an experienced portrait photographer sharing four effective single-light setups and how to use them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Many new photographers will find themselves in or around wedding photography at some point — it is the inevitable call of those who take even a reasonable image. But, don't be fooled, it's harder than it seems. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

In the last few iterations, Lightroom has taken some remarkable steps forward in its masking capabilities, offering powerful and precise tools in tandem with some of its classic features that allow you to not only make precise edits, but take images in entirely different creative directions. This awesome video tutorial will show you a quick walkthrough on using the new tools for adding creative lighting to a portrait. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Flash does not have to be restricted to the studio; in fact, you can make some pretty creative and fun images by combining flash with natural light outside. If you would like to get started with working with flash for outdoor portraits, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will guide you through lighting and shooting such a set of photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Landscape photography is a challenging but rewarding genre that requires the confluence of several different facets of technique and knowledge in order to produce a winning shot. If you are new to the genre and ready to improve, check out this fantastic video tutorial that features an experienced pro sharing five common mistakes beginners make and how to fix them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Before I get to that (and I do straight away in the video below), I want to thank all folks who came out to my “Ultimate Photography Crash Course” full-day seminar, whether you were there in person with me in Orlando or if you watched it live online as it was happening. It was my largest attended one-day seminar since probably 2018, and I’m very grateful to all you lovely folks out there who were a part of it. I was thrilled to be teaching in front of a live audience again, and the day was very special for me, so thank you all very much. Now, onto answering the question, how Lightroom catalogs should you have? Just one, or is...

What does an atomic detonation look like with a 1/1,000,000 s exposure? If you drop milk onto a red table, do you make art? This article holds an interesting discussion about high speed photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

Sennheiser's new EW-DP lav mic system should easily be able to outperform DJI's wireless lav mics... but that didn't happen. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)

In the ever-evolving world of photography, the post-processing phase has seen remarkable advancements, shifting from traditional manual culling and editing to the realm of automation with Artificial Intelligence (AI). [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Strauss)

Recently, a few photographers I know have been raving about Neewer’s gear. So, when given the opportunity to review their new Q4 Strobe Flash and its QPro wireless trigger, I jumped at the chance. Here’s why it far exceeded my expectations. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)