Samyang has long been known for creating manual focus lenses that offer fantastic image quality and sharpness in tandem with extremely affordable prices. However, in the last few years, the company has moved into producing autofocus options, though their prices have remained highly affordable. This makes the AF 75mm f/1.8 for Fujifilm X Series mirrorless cameras a particularly exciting option, and this excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A tripod is a vital tool for many photographers. There is a wide range of tripods available in every price range. You can invest as little as fifty dollars or go as high as fifteen hundred dollars. There are some things to watch out for, regardless the price range. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Considering getting into film photography? You have arrived at the appropriate destination. In this concise yet comprehensive video, you will learn all you need to know to get started with the fundamentals of film photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

Few things are more frustrating than taking a photo with a ton of potential, only to sit down at your computer and realize that the perspective is off. Luckily, there is a lot you can do in modern post-processing software to fix an image's perspective. This excellent video tutorial will show you everything you need to know to do that in Photoshop. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Whether you’re a new or avid drone pilot, one way to up your footage quality is through the use of drone filters. Just like for your terrestrial camera, optical lens filters make a huge difference. Let me show you what drone filters can do for you with the K&F CONCEPT filter kit. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by kate g)

It’s no secret the camera industry is highly volatile, but the bigger story lies behind people still buying and using cameras in 2023. Whether you’re a pro or amateur photographer, the landscape is changing rapidly from year to year. As camera manufacturers increasingly prioritize video users, is the market starting to move away from photographers? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Aaron Brooks)

If you’re like me, then writing a blog for your website is probably the last thing on your mind. But content creation doesn't have to be a chore. In fact, it can be downright simple. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jason Vinson)

I recently wrote about how to save your virtual copies as snapshots. This provides both a way to access edits across all virtual copies (and original) as well as a way to have those snapshots written to a photo’s XMP metadata if you choose. In the comments on that post, Patrick posted: “However, your tip made me think of how it would perhaps be useful and easy if we could do the reverse also: Create a virtual copy from within the Snapshots panel upon editing the original photo. Any chance of you asking/proposing this to the developers team?“ Well, Patrick, you can kind of do that already. Here’s how: Step One: Edit a photo as you wish, then create a snapshot...

Dramatic lighting is a popular way to grab a viewer's attention and stop people scrolling. It's also often popular with clients which is far more important! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Running a successful photo business is an entirely different prospect than simply being good with a camera, and if that is something you hope to do, it is crucial to understand what goes into it. This excellent video tutorial features an experienced commercial photographer discussing the most important currency you have as a professional. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Nikon may have just announced my dream camera for street and travel photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

In a career where our job is literally to be creative, sometimes the one thing you don’t get to be is… creative. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

If there is one lens I think should be in every photographer's camera bag, one that's most universal and a workhorse, it’s the 50mm. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Korbin Bielski)

War photography is a genre that transcends mere visual documentation. It is a testament to the human spirit, a mirror to society, and a call for change. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michael Rudzikewycz)

In digital photography, the type of shoot that you are doing often dictates whether you shoot in JPEG or raw format. Both options have their own set of advantages and drawbacks. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

The recurring mantra is that gear is nothing more than a tool, and it is true that even the most expensive camera and lens will not do a thing without a competent creative operating them. However, that does not mean a piece of gear cannot be fun to use or even inspire you. This excellent video essay features an experienced photographer who has used a huge range of equipment discussing how gear can inspire you and how that should factor into your purchasing decisions. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It's not often that Sam Emerson sits down for an interview, but inevitably when he does the questions are about his most famous client, Michael Jackson. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)

Becoming a good photographer is a complicated thing that requires a wide range of factors to come together, and rarely is the journey a straight line. If you find yourself on this journey, check out this fantastic video essay that features an experienced photographer that discusses the truth about growing as a photographer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

While 360 cameras haven’t quite entered the mainstream for most photographers, Kandao’s QooCam 3 makes a solid case why they should: Kandao’s third entry into its QooCam lineup is a solid 360 action camera at a bargain price. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wasim Ahmad)

Go behind the scenes with photographer Thierry Kuba to observe how he lights, shoots, and edits this high-speed flash project with water splashes. Learn the techniques he uses, listen to discussion of his mistakes, and take in all of his tips and tricks along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Kim Simpson)