The post 11 Best Lenses for Macro Photography (2022) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. Picking the best lens for macro photography is tough. There are dozens of options available, all capable of transforming small objects into works of art, and each offering a slightly different set of features. That said, no matter your skill level or budget, there is almost certainly a macro lens suited to your needs. Now, if you’ve never done this type of photography before, I recommend you keep a few key items in mind: For one, most macro lenses offer fixed focal lengths, but the upside is exceptional optical quality and very large apertures that let in a great deal...

An industrial photographer is someone who photographs the people and the products associated with multi-million dollar companies that make machines and tools for industries such as power and electric, trucking, and construction. As an industrial photographer, you will photograph everything from a two-ton drill used underground to a two-inch screw that secures a safety harness used by workers from a state electric company. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)

Photo By Harry Lichtman Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Unforgiving” by Harry Lichtman. Location: Crawford Notch, White Mountain National Forest, New Hampshire. “Crawford Notch in New Hampshire’s White Mountains produces some of the most extreme weather in the northeast,” explains Lichtman. “Blowing snow is hurled through the notch at nearly 70 MPH on a regular basis in the winter, producing some interesting photographic possibilities. I try to find dark trees and backgrounds to accentuate the blowing snow and give the viewer a glimpse at what it might be like to feel the wind and snow on one’s face.” Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is chosen from...

If you're sick of cramming all your various camera bags and light stands into your car, then you're not alone. With a little know-how, it's possible to take the headache out of shoots by building the ultimate production van. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Parker)

Last week we talked about one of the big reasons I jump over to Photoshop from Lightroom: to remove unwanted “stuff” in my photo, and we went over Photoshop’s very awesome Clone Stamp tool. The week before that we looked at the Healing Brush and its cousin the Patch tool, but today we’re going to look at which to use and when, because each has certain characteristics that make it suited for certain kinds of tasks (which is a fancy way of saying, sometimes one works better; sometimes the other works better). First, a reminder of what the two tools do: The Clone Stamp tool makes an exact copy of an area you choose, and then you paint that area over the...

When Fujifilm released the X-T4 in April 2020, it didn’t feel like a massive upgrade over the hugely popular X-T3, and even Fujifilm stated that the newer camera was intended more as a sister than a successor. After two years of heavy use, how does the X-T4 hold up in 2022? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

One thing is for sure: Nikon mirrorless shooters are not at a loss for choice when it comes to standard zoom lenses. With four native options from Nikon, plus the option to pretty seamlessly adapt F mount options, you might be wondering which lens in the crowded field is right for your needs and budget. This excellent video comparison takes a look at five options and all their pros and cons to help you make the right choice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

My first camera was a Minolta SRT-101. I loved that camera. It was an excellent tool for learning about photography and manual exposure. As it was completely manual in operation, the internal meter was my only guide for achieving correct exposure, outside of using an external source or just guessing. Fast forward 20-plus years and the way I use an internal light meter has remained largely unchanged. That all changed recently. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Camera manufacturers have really found another gear the last few years, obliterating the old maxim that you could have things like resolution or shooting speed, but not both, by releasing cameras that can tackle literally any situation you can throw at them. So, who holds the current crown? This excellent video compares the Canon EOS R3, Nikon Z 9, and Sony a1 mirrorless cameras to find out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Have you ever been out for landscape photography and didn’t get weather conditions that would support your compositions? Here are a couple of ideas you can try. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christian Irmler)

Photo By Stan Bysshe Today’s Photo Of The Day is “The Boss” by Stan Bysshe. Location: Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. 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 Stan Bysshe appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

When it comes to landscape photography, a narrow aperture and large depth of field is the norm, as we generally want to get everything from the foreground to infinity sharp. Of course, that is a creative decision, and just like any other such decision, you can do something else. So, is it worth trying landscape photographs with a narrow depth of field? This great video makes a good case for it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

With every snap of my shutter, I dial into the sky and determine how it illuminates my primary subject. Unfortunately, the sky is often overlooked. This frequently has a huge and sometimes negative impact on the overall quality of the image, especially when one creates environmental portraits where the main subject takes up only a small portion of image real estate. I continue to live by my company motto, “It’s All About The Light,” and it behooves every photographer to realize how dramatic skies in landscape photography can make or break an image. When a person views a photo, there are many scientific and psychological aspects that determine where the eye is drawn. An obvious psychological one, especially used in advertising,...

Let’s check out two new filters that expand H&Y’s unique Revoring system plus take a close look at an unexpected new filter. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)

The post A Comprehensive Guide to Dynamic Range in Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. Dynamic range is a fundamental concept in photography, one that every photographer must understand. Unfortunately, it generates a lot of confusion, thanks to its technical components and difficult-sounding name. But dynamic range isn’t nearly as complex as you might think. And in this article, I break it all down for you. I explain: What dynamic range in photography actually isHow dynamic range affects your imagesHow you can use your understanding of dynamic range to instantly improve your photos By the time you’re done reading, you’ll be well equipped to capture photos that require major dynamic range know-how – in...

If LIghtroom has an Achilles Heel, it’s the speed in which not only thumbnails appear after importing a shoot, but more importantly how long you have to wait to see a large size preview. That’s why I paid $150 for Photo Mechanic – a separate program that lets me see my imported images really fast. I can drag any folder of Raw images onto it and boom – big large size previews on-screen that appear as fast as I can hit my right-arrow key. No waiting for it to draw. No “Loading” message – It’s lightning-fast. Just about every sports shooter I know uses it because when you’re on a deadline covering games you’ll never hit your deadline if you wait for Lightroom to...

Shooting products in a studio environment is not the easiest form of photography. It takes patience, knowledge of light sculpting, and clever post-processing. People also incorrectly assume that you must have a great deal invested in equipment. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Scott Donschikowski)

In the past few years, in addition to a lot of ultra-premium lenses, there has been a second movement toward more affordable lenses that make certain compromises to provide good performance and image quality without breaking the bank. For Nikon mirrorless users, one such option is the NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 lens, and this excellent video review takes a look at the sort of image quality and performance you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When we shoot photographs, we may or may not want to increase the appearance of depth in the image. Many more tools than depth of field are available to us. Here are some things we can do to add or decrease perspective. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Creatives are inundated from all directions by messages meant to undermine their confidence in their work and to get them to focus on things other than the act of creating an image. If you find yourself a bit lost in the midst of all that right now, take a few minutes to watch this great video essay that contains an important message every photographer and filmmaker should hear. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)