Canon has fully unveiled the EOS R3, a full frame mirrorless camera with a 24.1-megapixel backside-illuminated sensor that shoots continuously, black-out free, at up to 30 frames per second. The R3 will go on sale at $5,999. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Along with the official announcement of the Canon EOS R3 camera, Canon today also revealed two new “budget-friendly” lenses for its EOS R mirrorless system, the ultra-wide RF16mm F2.8 STM prime and RF100-400mm F5.6-8 IS USM telephoto zoom, both of which should appeal to nature photographers. The new lenses will be available in October. Canon RF16mm F2.8 STM For wide-angle landscapes and travel photography, the Canon RF16mm F2.8 STM is incredibly compact at just 1.6 inches in length by 2.7 inches in diameter and weighs only 0.4 pounds. The lens offers a minimum focusing distance of 5.1 inches for compositions with prominent foreground elements. The physical ring on the lens can be set to manually adjust focus or to be a...

Canon today officially announced specs, pricing and availability for its new professional full-frame mirrorless camera, the Canon EOS R3. Development of the camera was first revealed earlier this year in April. The Canon EOS R3 will be available beginning in November 2021 with a list price of $5,999. Canon EOS R3 Sitting atop Canon’s EOS R full-frame mirrorless camera lineup, the EOS R3 is positioned between the EOS R5 and Canon’s flagship EOS-1D X DSLRs. Canon built the EOS R3 to emphasize speed and AF performance especially suited for fast action photography like sports and wildlife. The 24.1-megapixel sensor is a back-illuminated stacked CMOS designed and manufactured by Canon. The camera can capture up to 30 fps blackout-free with its electronic...

The post 9 Reasons Photography Is a Great Hobby (in 2021) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Stacey Hill. What makes photography such a great hobby? People become interested in photography – serious photography, not just the occasional snap or selfie – for many reasons. It might be a major life event, such as a new baby, a wedding, or a special birthday. It might be that your phone’s photo capabilities frustrate you enough that you want to get real about photography. Or perhaps photography just sounds interesting and you want to try it out. Whatever the reason, photography is incredibly fun, plus it comes with a whole host of benefits you probably haven’t considered. And that’s what this...

I’m currently just casually reading about Deleuzian philosophy. Gilles Deleuze, a French philosopher, and Félix Guattari wrote about truth as coming from multiple sources. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

What is the greatest challenge you faced on a photoshoot? Your answer may very well include time pressure, an annoying art director, lack of gear, unknown locations, and much more. This is exactly what Profoto did to some four photographers who were asked to only take their camera to a secret location. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

A portfolio review is a great way to get feedback and direction for your photographic practice. It’s also a great way to connect with industry professionals. If you have been considering getting your work professionally reviewed, this article can shed some insights on what to expect and how to prepare. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)

Improving your keeper rate is desirable, but it also usually plots out your growth as a photographer; the higher your skill, the better your keeper rate. However, there are tips and tricks that are developed for the sole purpose of improving your keeper rate regardless of skill. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

There’s a vast range of lenses available for Sony’s E mount, including a healthy selection of primes for those on tighter budgets. Here’s a list of eight impressive lenses that cost less than $650 each. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

Have you had the client you're convinced is pure evil? Why do they behave like that? It seems they like to spread misery and just make life difficult for everyone in sight. Believe it or not, there's a method that I use to help bring them back down to tolerable levels. In some cases, they've become my biggest ally and supported me over the years. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Walid Azami)

It is important to work with one light at first so you can master all its fundamental properties and techniques, but once you feel comfortable with that, you can really expand your creativity by experimenting with more complex multi-light setups. This informative video tutorial will show you how a photographer created a challenging and eye-catching hair shot using five lights and gels. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Max Foster Today’s Photo Of The Day is “The Hills Are Alive” by Max Foster. Location: The Black Hills of South Dakota. 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

The post Optical Versus Electronic Viewfinders: Which Is Best in 2021? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Simon Ringsmuth. Which is better for photography, optical vs electronic viewfinders? It’s a tough question, one that’s been argued about for years, even as EVF technology was introduced, upgraded, and upgraded some more. In this article, I aim to give a thorough overview of OVFs vs EVFs. I’ll cover the pros and cons of both viewfinder options, and I’ll explain why you might prefer to use one over the other. By the time I’ve finished, you’ll hopefully know which viewfinder technology you prefer, and you’ll be able to confidently decide whether EVFs or OVFs are the way forward. Let’s dive...

This really helpful technique works in either Classic or ‘cloud’ and it does a great job of reducing wrinkles. Check it out below: Above: The original image STEP ONE: Get the Spot Removal tool from the toolbar (it’s the circle with an arrow coming off it in LR Classic right under the Histogram, and in ‘cloud’ its along the left side where it’s called the Healing Brush and its icon looks like a bandaid). STEP TWO: Take the tool and paint over a wrinkle you want to reduce (as seen above where I’m painting with the tool over the center of the main three wrinkles on his forehead). STEP THREE: Lightroom will choose an areas to sample from to fully remove...

When I hear the words close-up or macro photography, I immediately think about a world within a world. Ordinary subjects that may otherwise not receive a second look can be turned into photo works of art. Every potential subject can be represented in a way not commonly seen as the photographer digs deeper and deeper into smaller and smaller portions of the whole. If you walk around your car focused on how to make the best possible photo, it may become bemusing. But break out the macro gear and isolated portions can be explored, which opens an entire array of potential new material. Pieces of a whole become newly found subjects, details that are too small to discern with the eye...

In a previous article (Easing into Astrophotography with a Telescope), I listed a few resources for stepping up to telescopic astrophotography. Beyond learning the basics of sky navigation and learning to extend your photographic equipment knowledge into long exposures, an introductory overview of astronomy is a good idea so that you are aware of the photographic possibilities available to you and the wide array of equipment that may be needed. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by David Kodama)

While portraits with a narrow depth of field that isolate the subject against a wall of blurry colors and ill-defined shapes are quite popular, they can sometimes be a bit one-dimensional. Environmental portraits are a chance to increase the nuance of your images and tell stories about your subjects. If you want to improve your own environmental portraits, this great video tutorial will give you five tips that will help you on your way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Black and white photography moved from a necessity to a decision long ago, but it is still revered and enjoyed today as one of the primary forms to display a photograph. However, editing from color into black and white can take some time to master and create truly memorable results. In this video, go through an advanced seven-step process for turning a basic black and white edit into a masterful one. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Once you try this mouse from Logitech, it is likely that your Wacom tablet will be pushed to the back of your desk to gather dust. With 20 fully programmable buttons, including a clickable scroll wheel that also tilts either way, the level of functionality reached with this mouse is unmatched by any mouse or peripheral device on the market. Not to mention, it's budget-friendly! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Devin Rogers)

Why should you keep an ultra-wide angle lens in your bag for portrait, engagement, and wedding shoots? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)