Everything in life has a purpose, but does a given item that performs a given task need to be relegated to only that task? The human brain is an amazing organ that allows those who are so inclined to construct implements that make life easier. But even more special are those who ingeniously come up with alternative ways to utilize any developed product for totally different purposes for which they were invented. Not all of the below tips relate to inventions or their alternate use but still relate to the above context. I hope everyone ascends to the next plateau and figures out some ingenious tricks to incorporate into their own photography. I also hope this tip sparks your creativity so...

In the past few years, Tamron has reinvented themselves as a company that offers both lenses that make smart compromises to be highly affordable and lenses that push the boundaries of design. The 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD falls into the latter category, and it looks like an impressive option, particularly for wedding photographers, and this great video takes you behind the scenes with the lens and shows you just what it can pull off. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

We get asked about this pretty often (including recently here in the comments), especially during our Blind Photo Critiques episodes during ‘The Grid’ when we do our monthly “Blind Photo Critiques episodes where we see these glows a lot. Here’s a short video I did this past week for the Grid since I knew I couldn’t be there. Check it out below. Each week we’re doing a Lightroom and Photoshop tip on the show now, so if you like that sort of stuff, check it out – live every Wednesday at 1 PM ET. Here’s the link. I’m Teaching at The Outsiders Conference This March I am really excited about this one – it’s a landscape/nature conference out in scenic Kanab,...

Glyn Dewis takes a look at the Sony A7R V with his usual comedic but incredibly informative style. He compares it to his existing A7R IV and looks at the new updates to the software and hardware on this updated camera model. Now if you managed to catch his earlier video that was recently taken down you'd have seen that the issues he had when using the new Sony A7RV whilst focussing on the subject in the video were less than ideal. This refresh of that video comes as Sony reached out and... [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)

Topaz Labs' DeNoise AI software does an incredible job of cleaning up images and removing unwanted noise. However, it works differently depending on whether you're using it in Lightroom, Photoshop, or as a standalone platform. Here, we take at look the best way to use it as a Photoshop plugin. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

There's been a long-held belief that higher-megapixel cameras produce more noise in low-light situations. Here, different models of Fuji, Canon, and Sony cameras are compared side-by-side to prove that high-megapixel cameras do not produce more noise than lower-megapixel models when lighting conditions are poor. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

I’ve spent a long time trying not to cringe when I announce myself as a professional photographer. I’m not quite sure why this is. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Barrow)

Photography has an air of mystery around it. Not every client understands how photographers work, which leads them to ask silly questions. Perhaps you have heard some of these yourself, perhaps you haven’t. In any case, here are five of my top favorites and how to answer them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

The post 5 Tips for Beautiful Candid Wedding Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Bobby Roy. Weddings have changed drastically in the past few years. These days, couples want more from a wedding photographer than rigidly posed shots; they frequently prefer candid wedding photography because it captures the emotions of the couple and the guests enjoying themselves without needing to line everybody up in front of the camera. But candid photography is so much more than just pointing your camera at people and shooting away. If you want to capture great images, you need to understand the finer nuances involved in the candid approach (and you need to become especially adept at capturing good shots without...

When it comes to landscape photography, we talk a lot about how to make photos "pop," but there is a fine line between a photo that pops and one that is gaudy. This great video tutorial will show you a simple and straightforward technique for adding a bit of pop to a landscape photo in a tasteful but effective manner. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Laura Zirino Today’s Photo of the Day is “Dawn Light Begins” by Laura Zirino. Location: Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona. 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 Laura Zirino appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Selling your images online can be a hassle, as companies are constantly changing their pricing and payout structures, making it difficult to know where to devote your time and efforts. This excellent video breakdown takes a look at a large number of stock services, how their pay structures and demand have evolved, and where the best place to devote your time and energy is in 2023. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Tamron has established itself as a manufacturer of both practical and competitively priced lenses as well as options that push the boundaries of lens design. The 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD offers Nikon Z mirrorless users a versatile focal length range for an array of applications, and this excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens is the new addition to the Sigma range for Fuji X Mount to accompany their three existing contemporary f/1.4 prime lenses. So how does this lens fair when it comes to image quality, value for money, and useability? We test it to find out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

Lighting is everything to photographers, but how much thought have you put into the place where you work? Whether you shoot in that space, record videos and vlogs, or just are in there a lot, you can use your professional lighting to improve the space. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Okay, so I know a lot of readers may disagree with me on this and have different opinions. My writing here isn't intended to cause any offense, but more to offer an opinion and start a discussion on the matter. My evidence here is based on having worked in the IT industry for over 30 years and working in the photographic industry with creatives. Hopefully, after reading this you'll come up with an understanding which may help your next (or first) computer storage purchase. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)

  Photo By Joung Ji Kang Today’s Photo of the Day is “First Snow and Aspen Tree Meet” by Joung Ji Kang. 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 Joung Ji Kang appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

When Fujifilm announced the X-T5 mirrorless camera, they also announced the XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR Macro lens, which offers the versatility of a true macro lens and a normal focal length in a lightweight and portable package, making it an intriguing option for everything from detail work to portrait photography. This excellent video review takes a look at the new lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

24mm lenses are favored for offering a reasonably wide focal length without going so wide as to start running into major issues with distortion, making them great for events, astrophotography, weddings, and more. Viltrox's AF 24mm f/1.8 offers those advantages at a very reasonable price, and this excellent video review looks at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Sigma Launches the 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 for E-Mount and L-Mount appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Earlier this week, Sigma announced a super-telephoto zoom for E-mount and L-mount cameras: the 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports.  While Sigma has long offered a 60-600mm model for Nikon F-mount and Canon EF-mount cameras, the new lens will give Sony, Leica, Sigma, and even some Panasonic users the power to shoot at 60mm, 600mm, and anywhere in between without changing lenses. It also boasts an upgraded autofocus motor and enhanced image stabilization compared to the old DSLR model, which should only add to the lens’s appeal. Superzooms tend to struggle with sharpness and other aberrations, especially...