Consumer 360 cameras have come quite a long way in the last few years, and you can now get professional-level video and photos from many models. Well-known manufacturer Insta360 recently released the ONE RS 1-Inch 360 Edition in collaboration with Leica, and this excellent video review takes a look at the 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)

Back when I did my online course called “A Photographer’s Guide to Chicago,” one of the locations I talked about was a parking garage where you could shoot down on an intersection of the “L” (Elevated trains). When my co-host Larry Becker saw the behind-the-scenes shot of me taking the shot (shown above), he asked how I could get the shot straight at the angle I was shooting from. The answer? Lightroom’s Guided Edit. Here’s how I used it to fix the perspective issue. STEP ONE: Here’s the shot, taken at the angle you see in the behind-the-scenes shot. To straighten the photo, go to the Transform panel and click on the Guide Button. When you click on this, nothing happens because there are...

In part 1 of this two-part Tip of the Week, the opening sentence stated, “We learn from our mistakes.” It holds true in part 2 in all the same ways. What differs are the types of scenics I highlight along with the techniques I incorporated to create each. In part 1, I provided examples of seascapes, treescapes, weatherscapes, mountainscapes, cityscapes and snowscapes. Revisit them as each provides different information on how to improve your scenic photography. Then, journey below to six different types of environmental images along with different tricks and techniques. Landscapes Key aspects of the capture: Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak. I live a little over an hour away from a small picturesque park called Garden of...

In the world of influencers and competition for social media gravitas, it's no small feat to amass 217,000 followers. That tells me they must have something good to offer. So, when this photographer shared which filters he uses, I took notice. You should too. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The Fujifilm X-H2S is the company's newest mirrorless camera in the renowned X Series, and it comes with a variety of new features and improvements over its predecessor. If you are interested in the camera, check out this great video review that 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)

The post 10 Tips for Stunning Night Street Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by James Maher. I love to do street photography at night. The city is lit with a myriad of interesting and colorful light sources, such as lampposts, neon signs, store windows, car lights, and bare bulbs. People walk around in their favorite outfits. Scenes that seem bland by day turn ominous and fascinating after dark. But capturing beautiful night street photography can be hard. You have to choose the right settings, contend with camera shake, find the perfect subjects, and more. It’s enough to give anyone a headache! Fortunately, I’ve been doing street photography at night for many years. And over time, I’ve...

There are some essential things about being a photographer, most of which photography books don't usually mention. Here are the seven most important lessons I learned as a photographer, including one exercise I use to hone my skills. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

In my latest video, I address seven common mistakes that beginner headshot photographers make and offer ways to avoid these pitfalls. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

A variable neutral density filter can be very handy. You only need one filter that covers multiple strengths. Haida released the CPL VND Pro II, a variable neutral density filter that works also as a polarizing filter. Haida asked me to review this new variable ND filter with polarization abilities. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Two of the most fundamental tasks you will perform in Lightroom are importing and exporting images. When you are working with large batches, both processes can take a significant amount of time, and as such, it is well worth taking the time to establish a consistent and efficient system. This excellent video tutorial will show you an effective system to ensure that you are not wasting any time when importing and exporting photos in Lightroom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Hi il Lee Today’s Photo of the Day is “Black And White” by Hi il Lee. Location: Maine. 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 Hi il Lee appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

While the industry move to subscriptions has had pain points, I think it’s a net benefit for post-production. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Stephen Kampff)

Submit your best images of "Speed" For this critique, we want to see any photo that represents "speed." A little blur might help you here. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)

The 50mm lens is one of the most common lenses out there, and yet, it can be a weirdly challenging one to use. Why is it so difficult to master, and how can you create better photos with one? This excellent video takes a look at the 50mm lens, why it is tough to work with, and what you can do to improve your shots. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If I promise to not curse and do my best to keep my rants to a minimum, can we have a discussion about the ongoing dilemma for photographers which is Instagram? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

The post 7 Tips for Stunning Black and White Portrait Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by John McIntire. Black and white portrait photography is beautiful, it’s powerful, and it often seems to communicate more than just a subject. But how can you capture gorgeous black and white portraits? What are the secrets to success? I’ve been doing B&W portraiture for years, and in this article, I share all my best tips, including: The key facial features you must consider while shootingWhether you should start by working in black and white or in colorHow to adjust your lighting for incredible resultsMuch more! So if you’re looking to take your black and white portraits to the next level,...

35mm lenses with wide maximum apertures are some of the most popular and versatile out there, suitable for a huge range of applications, from events coverage to portraits, astrophotography, and more. The Voigtländer Nokton 35mm f/1.2 SE is quite an interesting alternative to many mainstream options, 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)

Photo By Max Foster Today’s Photo of the Day is “Sweet Escape” by Max Foster. Location: Kauai. 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 Max Foster appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

How big can sensors get on a phone's camera? Leica has done a collaboration with a rather surprising company to give you a glimpse of the future. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

If you are looking to break into the wedding industry, one of the best things you can do is become a second shooter. If you are ready to start picking up more second shooter gigs, check out this fantastic video tutorial that features an experienced wedding photographer offering seven tips to help land more bookings. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)