85mm lenses with wide apertures are about as popular as can be, but they are often quite expensive as well. Thankfully, in the last few years, we have seen an influx of affordable yet impressive third-party options, with two of the most notable being the Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II lens and Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art. Which one is right for you? This excellent video comparison takes a look at the performance and image quality of both to help you decide. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Most photographers drool over 85mm f/1.4 lenses for portrait work, and while those are certainly a lot of fun, they might not actually be the best choice for you. This awesome video will show you why you should consider a 100mm macro lens for your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

As you can see, recently, I have been doing an evaluation of all the gear I have in the studio. This time, I looked at a dozen or so light modifiers that I own and selected my top five favorites. Rather surprisingly, they are far from what “conventional” light-shaping tools are. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Have you ever wanted to produce a night shot but during the day? Well, it's possible, and it's not even that difficult if you know how to control light properly. In this video, go behind the scenes on an outdoor shoot during the day that yields images that look as if they're in the middle of the night. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Let me rewind the clock by a decade: it’s the tail end of 2012, and the NYPD was in the process of clearing out Zuccotti Park in Lower Manhattan. Over the last year, Occupy Wall Street had been picking up steam, with an encampment filling the better part of the park and protests regularly spilling out into the streets. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by CS Muncy)

Last week I mentioned using the Content-Aware Remove tool to clean up the photo I was working on, so let’s take a closer look at what changed with this tool. [This article originally appeared in the November issue of Photoshop User magazine] The latest version of Lightroom Classic got a big update to the tool formerly known as the Spot Removal tool, and now known as Healing. Clicking the Healing icon in the Toolstrip below the Histogram reveals the three Modes for removing the distractions from your photograph. Two of the Modes, Heal and Clone, are functionally the same as the previous version of the Spot Removal tool. While the new Mode, Content-Aware Remove, is sure to become your new favorite,...

Photo By Ross Stone Today’s Photo of the Day is “Shared Moment” by Ross Stone. Location: Big Pine, California. 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 Ross Stone appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Capture One 23 is here, and it brings with it a wide range of new features and upgrades sure to please a variety of photographers. As always, there is a strong focus on portrait photography. This great video will take you through some of those new features and show you how to use them to improve your portrait edits and make them more efficient. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post The Best Photo-Editing Software in 2022 (10 Picks) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. Determining the best photo-editing software isn’t about identifying the program that has the most features or is available for the cheapest price. Rather, it’s about finding the software that meets your needs and does what you want. If you’re a casual photographer who enjoys making minor tweaks to mobile snapshots, the best editing program for you is going to be very different from a seasoned professional who makes a living from photography. It can be difficult to sort through all the available apps and programs, but this list – featuring the top 10 options on the market in 2022...

Do you ever feel challenged by the creative energy of your subjects? The pressure to create something unique when you're walking amongst giants? I had a chance to talk with renowned music photographer, Denis O'Regan about shooting some of the biggest names in modern music history. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mark Dunsmuir)

The Fujifilm X-T5 mirrorless camera is here, and it brings with it a huge variety of upgrades and new features. 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)

As a professional photographer, I use quite a lot of different gear to make my photographs, from cameras to lenses, to tethering stations and solid state drives, and lights. In this series of articles, I will tell you exactly what gear I use and why, starting off with cameras and lenses. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

Most dedicated macro lenses have a 1:1 maximum reproduction ratio, which means they can project an image of the subject on your camera's sensor up to the same size it is in real life. However, the Venus Optics Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro can project an image of your subject up to five times bigger than it is in real life, opening up an entirely new world of extreme macro photography. This great 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)

With shorter daylight hours and longer dark, cold, and wet nights, it's time to think about what to shoot indoors: something new perhaps? For myself, it's going to be trying something new, and that's macro with the Astrhori 85mm f/2.8 Macro Tilt lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

Photo By Harry Lichtman Today’s Photo of the Day is “Oak in the Mist” by Harry Lichtman. Location: Lakes Region of New Hampshire. “Colorful oak became an extra special subject during this rainy day in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire,” explains Lichtman. “Thick fog mixed with rain transformed these beautiful trees and their saturated colors into a muted study of color and texture. One of those images that you can’t plan on taking, but rather it finds you under the right conditions.” 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...

Many times, when landscape photographers head out the door, they do so with a specific time of day and weather conditions in mind. However, if you are headed out for an entire day for a hike with your camera, wouldn't you like to ensure you can get great photos at any time and in any weather? This great video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer showing you how to do just that. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 5 Essential Advantages of DSLRs (+ Camera Recommendations) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. These days, mirrorless cameras are all the rage, while interest in DSLRs has steadily waned. And it’s true: Mirrorless cameras do offer lots of benefits over DSLRs – but does that mean DSLRs are obsolete? I don’t think so. In my view, thanks to a handful of key advantages, DSLRs are still the better choice for plenty of users, including various categories of beginners and even professionals. Take it from me: My primary camera body is mirrorless, but I love my DSLR, I still use it for a handful of tasks, and I don’t plan on selling it anytime...

Samyang has been long known for creating sharp, highly affordable lenses, and in recent years, they have added autofocus capabilities to many, increasing their appeal. One such lens is the AF 85mm f/1.4 FE II, which offers the popular combination of a classic portrait focal length and a wide maximum aperture. And at $799, it is far more affordable than many comparable lenses. Can it keep up with those other options? This great video review takes a look at the performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you value accurate colors and a high-quality computer display, Eizo is one of the better choices. The company released two professional 27-inch screens towards the end of 2022. One of them has 4K resolution and the other WQHD resolution. Let’s take a close look at the latter. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Nikon puts a stylish twist on a couple products in its Z family of mirrorless cameras. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)