The Canon EOS R3 is finally here, and it offers some jaw-dropping specs that are sure to have a lot of photographers and filmmakers salivating. How does it hold up in real-world usage? This excellent video review takes a look at the new camera and discusses how it performs. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When it comes to landscape photography, a wide angle lens is most often the tool chosen for a given scene, simply because most scenes have a lot to take in. However, wide angle lenses come with their own unique challenges and pitfalls. This great video tutorial will show you five helpful tips for improving your landscape images when working with a wide angle lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Most drones are pretty simple when it comes down to it: a flying device with a camera attached. Accessories are not really that common in the drone world besides basic things like propeller guards. However, one DJI drone system comes with some bizarre accessories, and this neat video takes a look at them, what they are useful for, and how well they work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Astrophotography is one of the most rewarding but complex genres of photography. There are a lot of steps that go into creating a great image of the night sky and Milky Way, and what better way to learn than to watch somebody do it from start to finish. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

A free piece of software that looks and runs like Photoshop sounds too good to be true, right? Here's what you need to know about this potential "Photoshop killer". [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Paul Parker)

In this video, compare the Nikon Z 5 with a kit lens to the Nikon Z 7 with the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8 for print results. Is there as much difference as you would think, or would you be happy with the entry-level camera and the kit lens? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The majority of photographers simply take their pictures, pop out the memory card, and import their images into their computer. If you are working in a studio, however, tethering can be a real improvement to your workflow, and this great video tutorial will show you why and help you troubleshoot common tethering issues in Lightroom and Capture One. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

For the longest time, digitizing film was both the best and worst part of being a film photographer. In walks pixl-latr, and the world of digitization is forever different. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by James Madison)

Photo By Clayton People Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Awe” by Clayton Peoples. Location: Glacier National Park, Montana. “I recently visited Two Medicine Lake in Glacier National Park on a calm, partly cloudy morning,” explains Peoples. “As the clouds danced and morphed overhead, it created truly awe-inspiring scenes. I clicked away, trying different angles and orientations. For this particular photo, I went for a wide-angle view in portrait orientation to include foreground rocks along the shore and the clouds billowing above. I like the result!” 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...

Alongside the much-anticipated EOS R3, Canon has announced the release of two new lenses for its full frame mirrorless cameras: the RF 16mm f/2.8 STM and RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

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)