News recently broke that Viltrox, a brand known for their affordable lenses, has stopped manufacturing for the Canon RF mount after rumors that Canon had asked them to pull their products. Canon recently confirmed that news, and it certainly raises questions about the future of third-party lenses for their mirrorless cameras. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 7 DIY Photo Backdrop Ideas Everyone Should Try appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darina Kopcok. Your choice of backdrop can have a huge impact on the final look of your photos; it’s why professional food, product, still life, and portrait photographers often spend hundreds or even thousands of dollars on backgrounds sold by photography shops. But if you’re looking to dive into studio photography and you don’t have a huge budget, never fear! Because with a bit of creativity and effort, you can create DIY photo backdrops that’ll look just as good as the professional alternatives. I use DIY backgrounds all the time in my own photos, and after years of experimentation, I know...

A 24mm lens with a wide aperture is already quite versatile, but add in image stabilization and macro capabilities, and it becomes one of the most useful you can carry. For Canon shooters, there is the RF 24mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM, 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 practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Profoto is busy developing their A series line of flashes. Just look at the recent focus the company has put out on the Clic modifiers, notably, launching the Clic softbox, which we reviewed some time ago. A few users commented that the A1 series flashes will be too weak to be used under certain settings with the Clic softbox, which got me wondering if there is a more powerful flash coming along soon. There was: the Profoto A2. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Before Canon's RF mount, there was the EF mount, and before the EF mount, there was the FD mount. The FD mount is over 50 years old, but it had some groundbreaking lenses, and with the ability to adapt them to mirrorless lenses, we are seeing a real resurgence in popularity. This awesome video review takes a look at one of the most legendary FD lenses, the 55mm f/1.2 S.S.C. Aspherical. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Jeremy Janus Today’s Photo of the Day is “The Beauty of Storms” by Jeremy Janus. Location: Colorado. “When I first started in photography the last thing in the world I thought I would ever do was become a storm chaser,” explains Janus. “However, after a few years of capturing lightning, that is exactly what I became. The progression of chasing storms is an interesting one. There is a ton of learning how to spot and chase cells, feeling more comfortable around storms and then finally being able to create art within those storms. We chased a cell out southeast of Denver more for the interesting storm formations on this day. When the sun started setting it was illuminating this...

A key component for many street photographers is context in a scene. To many, an image without space in the frame for the setting may be considered as a portrait and not belonging to any particular genre or style. Street photographers are so focused on context they gravitate towards rangefinders that let you see outside the frame. This commonly held approach to street photography lends itself to the ubiquitous use of wide angle lenses. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lucy Lumen)

Another great session from Terry White – this one is all about Lightroom on your phone or tablet and how to integrate Photoshop on mobile as well. Check it out. Terry is a champ! (thanks, Terry). Today is labor day in the US (A national holiday, so our offices are closed), and here’s wishing you a fun, relaxing holiday, too! -Scott The post How to Use Lightroom (and Photoshop) on Your Mobile Device appeared first on Lightroom Killer Tips. Original link(Originally posted by Scott Kelby)

In some sense, the objective, quantifiable nature of things like exposure settings and lighting ratios makes them a little easier to learn than something more subjective like posing, which is why a lot of photographers struggle with it. If you would like to improve your portrait posing, check out this great video tutorial that will show you three surefire poses for photographing women. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Do you want to get pin-sharp photos with amazing dynamic range every time? Then, use this very simple technique. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The whole point of a studio is being free of the outdoors and having complete control over the shooting environment, so it would seem a bit strange to drag a multi-light setup and backdrop system into the middle of a field, but that is just what this photographer did, and the results are quite intriguing. This great video tutorial will take you behind the scenes and show you how it was done. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It's not often you associate Leica cameras with being affordable, but if you do some digging, you can find some very attractive options. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

A shadow is a darkened area created when a solid object blocks the primary source of light. The stronger the light, the deeper the shadow. On a clear sunny day, shadows are prominent. The more diffused the source, the softer they become. Any shape can create a shadow. The more lines, contours, form and curves the object possesses, the more intricate the shadow. Square or rectangular shapes with basic geometric shape often create shadows that display little intrigue. Shadow me on the path of this week’s tip so you can learn more about them, how to successfully incorporate a shadow in your photography and how one can be a subject unto itself. Shadows Direct The Viewer’s Attention Use shadows as leading...

Tamron has released some mightily impressive lenses in the last years, including some that push the boundaries of design, such as the 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD. The company recently announced the 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD, which offers a huge range of focal lengths all in one package. What sort of performance and image quality can you expect from it? This great first look video takes a look. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 9 Tips for Gorgeous Fall Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darren Rowse. I love fall photography; what could be more beautiful than golden leaves lying on lush green grass or waving against a deep blue sky? Unfortunately, capturing autumn colors can be a bit tricky. For the best photos, you must carefully choose your gear, your lighting, and your settings – and if you’re a beginner, it can all get pretty overwhelming. But never fear! In this article, I share my top tips for stunning fall photography. I explain: How you can use a simple filter to bring out lovely autumn colorsHow you can adjust your white balance setting for gorgeous warm imagesHow...

If you're a Leica fan who also enjoys watching movies and television shows in the best possible image quality, you're going to like this. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Feeling lost on your photographic journey is common. So are being in a creative rut or having periods of low motivation. At times, we can all struggle to feel inspired to pick up the camera and get out there. A lack of direction, purpose, and reason can be the culprit for these aforementioned photography ailments. So, let’s dig into these questions and uncover the possible “whys” behind your keen need to capture. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lucy Lumen)

There are two new Canon APS-C mirrorless cameras available. There is the EOS R10, a relatively simple camera, and there is the EOS R7, a camera that promises a lot of things and also delivers a lot. Canon Netherlands gave me this camera for a week when I went on a holiday. These are my findings. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Photo By Christopher Baker Today’s Photo of the Day is “Tree Hugger” by Christopher Baker. “A raccoon making a rare afternoon appearance to lounge in a nearby tree,” describes Baker. 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 Christopher Baker appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

When you are shooting, do you think about what aspect ratio you need your finished shots to be in? Where will the photos go? Will they need to fit multiple aspect ratios for social, web, and other places? Here's a way you can make sure your images are perfect for each final ratio you need. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Ventura)