Few cameras are as unique as the Leica M Monochrom, which, as its name implies, only shoots in black and white. While that might sound like a gimmick, it can provide a notable difference in image rendition in addition to the shooting experience. This interesting video takes a look at the original Leica M Monochromea decade after its release and discusses why it might be worth a look today. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 7 Tips for Stunning Indoor Portrait Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Ed Verosky. Looking to create high-quality indoor portraits? You’ve come to the right place. While shooting indoors can be tough, you can get great results by mastering your lighting, carefully choosing your camera settings, and applying a dash of post-processing. And that’s what I explain in this article. I share: A few easy ways to set up (or find) beautiful lightingHow to choose the perfect camera settingsHow to post-process your photos for a beautiful final look So if you’re scheduled for an indoor photoshoot and you don’t know what to do, or you’re simply looking to improve your portrait shots, then let’s...

Lightroom continues to advance in its capabilities, making it a more versatile editing platform than ever before. If you have not checked out all the new features yet, take a look at this fantastic video tutorial that will take you through some of the most useful new tools, where to find them, and how to use them for quicker and more powerful edits. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Capture One has a great reputation for image quality but comes with a premium price tag. Does it live up to its reputation, and is that extra cost worth it compared to other programs? I tested it side by side with Adobe Lightroom Classic. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Food photography, like every other genre, has certain pitfalls that can adversely affect your ability to make a good income from it. This excellent video tutorial features an experienced food photographer discussing three common pricing mistakes and how to fix or avoid them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Canon Will Unveil the EOS R8 Before February 23rd appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Canon’s next RF-mount mirrorless camera, the EOS R8, will “be announced ahead of [the CP+ show] in February” – and because the show is slated to begin on February 23rd, you can expect to see an R8 announcement sometime within the next 45 days.  This news comes from Canon Rumors, which had previously reported on an upcoming mirrorless model that will sit between the EOS R10 (Canon’s entry-level RF-mount camera) and the EOS R7 (Canon’s higher-level RF-mount APS-C camera). At the time, CR speculated that the EOS R8 would feature an APS-C sensor and lack an electronic viewfinder,...

I’ve always had a set of “work” cameras and “fun” cameras, the former being big, heavy professional tools and the latter being the kind I’d bring on family trips and for street photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

Photo By Michael Ryan Today’s Photo of the Day is “Castle Towers” by Michael Ryan. Location: Northern California. “Castle Crags may not be as well known as its famous neighbor to the north—Mount Shasta—but that doesn’t mean it’s less photogenic,” explains Ryan. “Bob Bowman and I recently paid a visit to this incredible area and were fortunate to see the crags in all her glory.” 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...

Fujifilm's new X-T5 mirrorless camera brings the beloved X-T series to the next level, offering a range of new features and advanced capabilities paired with a new 40.2-megapixel sensor, making it the most versatile option yet. This great video review takes a look at the new camera and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In the last few years, Viltrox has earned a reputation for manufacturing lenses at some of the lowest prices out there that somehow still compete with more expensive options. Their latest offering, the AF 75mm f/1.2 XF, offers Fujifilm X Series users a nice combination of an ultra-wide aperture and a portrait focal length at a very reasonable price. This great 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)

Painting is an art form. So are music, prose, and dance. No one argues otherwise. But photography, since its very inception, has had to justify itself as a legitimate art form. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

In the past few years, Sigma has mostly focused on standard focal lengths between about 20mm and 135mm, but that does not mean they do not have their eyes on more extreme options. In fact, three new patents have emerged for lenses with long focal lengths ranging from 400mm to 700mm. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

At first sight, the Canon EOS R6 Mark II doesn’t seem to be much different compared to its predecessor. But looks are deceiving. Perhaps it’s the best mirrorless camera for a reasonable price you can buy at this moment. Canon Netherlands gave me this camera for a review. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

The post dPS Weekly Photo Challenge – Backyard Photo Safari appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Staying close to home for the first weekly challenge of the year, your challenge theme is “Backyard Photo Safari” which ties in perfectly with Simon’s post over here which is well worth a look for tips and advice before you give this challenge a try. Use the hashtags #dPSWeeklyChallenge and #dPSBackyardSafari in your posts on social media or in your comment post below. I’ve shared a couple of Simon’s photographs from the article below, but I also popped out halfway through typing up this article and tried to capture some bees playing in my lavender bush as the sun set...

When starting out with off-camera flash, especially in portraiture, we don't always have access to a lot of high-tech or expensive strobes and modifiers. Here's a simple setup that will help you create stunning low-key rim lit images with very little equipment required. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Brad Wendes)

Apparition, Yellowstone National Park. This would not have been much of a composition in any other season. The juxtaposition of the dark trees with the white ice-caked one and the thick atmosphere and separation created by the mists of a nearby geyser were wholly the products of winter conditions. It should be noted that this was made on a partly cloudy, blue-sky day in the late morning. Isolating details of the landscape can create mystery from an otherwise unremarkable scene. Depending on which poll you consult, most people’s favorite season is either spring, summer or fall. Regardless of the rankings at the top, one constant across these surveys is that winter places last by a noticeable margin. It is generally seen...

What do you think it takes to become a pro landscape photographer? You might come up with a whole range of possible options, but according to this pro, you might be thinking about it all wrong. See what he says it takes. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

24mm prime lenses with wide maximum apertures are popular for a variety of applications, as they offer a versatile wide focal length that is not so wide that significant issues with distortion or composition start to creep in, making them a favorite for everything from events coverage to nightscapes. For Sony users, there is the Sonnar T* E 24mm f/1.8 ZA, and this excellent video review takes a look at the 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)

Photo by Jeff Schewe My heart sank when I heard the news that Martin Evening, one of the legends of our industry, one of its most talented and prolific authors, a gifted instructor, an award-winning photographer, and one of our reader’s favorite columnists in Photoshop User magazine, had passed away after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was only 63, passing far too soon, but the impact his life and career had on the worldwide Photoshop and Lightroom community will be felt for many years. You can see Martin’s fingerprints on Lightroom every time you export a file or go to print in Lightroom Classic’s Print module and choose that all-important last step of applying Output Sharpening. That sharpening came...

If part of your business is capturing headshots, then this is for you. Even if you're thinking of adding it to your portfolio, it's worth checking these essential tips and tricks as, if you're a commercial photographer, you can up your customer's average spend by offering this essential service. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)