The post Hands-on with the Freewell Locking VND/CPL Filter appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Here’s our hands-on with the Freewell Locking VND/CPL Filter (I tested the set on my Sony a7R III + Tamron 16–30mm f/2.8 G2) If you’re just starting to experiment with filters, you’ve probably already heard about ND filters (Neutral Density) and CPLs (Circular Polarisers). ND filters let you slow your shutter speed for smooth water or motion blur in bright light, while CPLs cut glare and reflections for richer skies and more saturated colour. The new Freewell Locking 3 to 7 stop VND/CPL combines both in one sleek, clever package — and after taking it for a spin last weekend (in...

The post TAMRON Announces the Class-Leading Compact and Lightweight Telephoto Zoom 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. The Tamron Trinity for Nikon Z hits the streets! Here’s the press release! TAMRON Announcesthe Class-Leading Compact and Lightweight Telephoto Zoom70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2with Vibration Compensation for the “Nikon Z mount system”October 7, 2025, Commack, NY – TAMRON announces the launch of the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 (Model A065), a fast-aperture telephoto zoom lens for “Nikon Z mount system” full-frame mirrorless cameras on October 23, 2025. The lens will retail for $1,149 USD / $1,549 CAD. With this announcement of the Nikon Z mount, TAMRON expands the...

The post 4 Reasons Why You Aren’t Getting Sharp Images appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Christian Hoiberg. Capturing sharp images is something most photographers aim to do, regardless of what genre you do. While it sounds easy on paper, it’s not quite as easy to come home with sharp images; especially when you are photographing in challenging conditions. There are several reasons why you’re images aren’t as sharp as you’d like them to be but the good news is that most of them are both quick and easy to fix. In this article, we’ll look at the most common reasons and what you can do to avoid making these mistakes again. #1 The Shutter Speed is...

The post 5 Beginner Photography Mistakes You Should Avoid appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Will Nicholls. If you’re relatively new to photography, then Jessica Kobeissi has shared her past experiences to help you avoid making some simple mistakes. ? Kobeissi’s photography tips have garnered her over 1,000,000 subscribers and 60,000,000 views. Over this time, she has definitely had her fair share of mistakes, no doubt about it! Any good photographer will have made more errors than they can count during their careers, and learning from these mistakes can help you to fast-track your own pictures. It’s the perfect way to cut corners! The photography mistakes you don’t want to make Here are some of the mistakes that Kobeissi...

The post How to Pose Grooms and Groomsmen Effectively appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jackie Lamas. Wedding days aren’t just about the bride, even though it might seem that way. As photographers we must also take photos of the groom by himself and with his groomsman buddies – whether they like it or not. Posing the groom alone When posing the groom alone you often see stiffness and shifting eyes because most men don’t feel  comfortable having their photo taken. So it’s worth starting a conversation that has nothing to do with the wedding to relax them and settle their nerves. Find a nice background where you can photograph the groom at three different crops: full-body,...

The post Bring Your Old Photos Back to Life with VideoProc Converter AI appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. We’ve all got those old family photos or early digital snapshots that just don’t hold up on today’s screens. Maybe they’re grainy, pixelated, or stuck in black-and-white, gathering dust on your hard drive. Imagine if you could breathe new life into them—restoring details, colours, and resolution in just one click. That’s where VideoProc Converter AI comes in. With its new Image AI module, this powerful yet beginner-friendly software can upscale, restore, and even colourise your treasured photos—turning blurry memories into crisp 4K, 8K, or even 10K images. Why Choose VideoProc Converter AI? VideoProc Converter AI isn’t just...

The post Hohem iSteady V3 Ultra Review: A Compact Gimbal That Punches Above Its Weight appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. The i7 was great! How does the more compact V3 Ultra stack up? A little while back we reviewed the Hohem iSteady i7, a larger, feature-packed gimbal that impressed us with its stability and creative shooting modes. After publishing that review, we heard from a handful of readers asking: “What about the smaller one — the Hohem iSteady V3 Ultra?” I guess that’s a fair question if you’re carrying your camera gear, you want a gimbal that’s small and handy! This one sure is small and handy. Easily slotting into most any camera bag or...

The post 3 Legged Thing Unveils Axis Strap System on Kickstarter appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Camera Straps Just Grew Up (Again!) If you’ve ever wrestled with a camera strap that digs into your shoulder, twists at the worst moment, or just feels like it was designed for someone else’s body, 3 Legged Thing’s new Axis Strap System promises a rethink. It’s a home-grown British solution built for real photographers, available now on Kickstarter! Take a look at the Kickstarter Here We’ve had the Axis Sling and the Axis 34 for a little over a week now, and they’ve already been put through their paces. I shot two halves of a soccer match and then...

The post Add Motion! The Hohem iSteady M7 Gimbal can help! appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. We’ve been sent the latest gimbal from Hohem, the iSteady M7. It’s an ‘Ai Tracking’ gimbal that you can use with your mobile phone to capture video of your work, and after a couple of weeks of using the gimbal for various little projects, here’s what we think! (Tldr; great tool to add to your toolbox!) When I say ‘video of your work’ I’m specifically talking about that stuff that people seem to love to see in Facebook groups and online in various places, the “BTS” or “Behind The Scenes” from your photo shoots, the footage that people seldom...

The post 10 Essential Tips for Low Light Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Shooting in low light can be both exciting and frustrating. While the mood and atmosphere of dimly lit scenes can create stunning results, the lack of available light poses technical challenges like noise, blur, and loss of detail. With the right approach, though, you can turn those challenges into creative opportunities. Here are ten practical ideas to help you make the most of low light conditions. 1. Use a Wide Aperture Open your lens as wide as it will go (f/1.8, f/2.8, etc.). A wide aperture allows more light to reach your sensor, helping you shoot at faster shutter speeds. As...

The post Introducing the Godox AD400 Pro II Studio Light appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. The team at Godox have released the version two of their well loved AD400 Pro series of portable studio lights, or as they like to call them, the All-in-One Outdoor Flash. 400 Ws & 1/8000 Ws HSS ? With 400 Ws of output and up to 460 full-power flashes per charge, the AD400ProII delivers sustained, studio-grade performance on location. High-speed sync up to 1/8000 Ws lets you freeze action and balance flash in bright conditions. Whether you’re shooting high-dynamic sports or ultra-short exposures in daylight, every detail comes through with stunning clarity. Ultra-Fast Freeze Mode The AD400ProII can freeze even...

Nikon introduces its new workhorse king, the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

Yes, there's really a rock in the shape of a heart in Joshua Tree National Park! This is the story behind this night photo, including how I went about lighting it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ken Lee)

VSCO has introduced VSCO Workspace, a studio and client-management platform that integrates the Táve Studio Manager CRM and adds new tools aimed at helping photographers run day-to-day operations in one place. The software is designed to scale from solo operators to multi-person studios, with an emphasis on workflow automation and business organization. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Insta360 has announced the GO Ultra, a square, magnet-mountable pocket camera built around a 1/1.28" sensor and a new 5 nm AI chip. The camera records up to 4K 60p and adds swappable microSD storage (up to 2 TB), longer run time, and new low-light processing. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photographers are often asked about their “worst bridezilla” stories. My answer is always the same: I don’t use that term. I don’t appreciate its sexist origins, and I don’t believe it reflects reality. The bridezilla stereotype paints brides as self-centered, high-maintenance figures on their wedding day. In truth, the behavior people label this way is often the product of immense stress and societal expectations, especially in cisgender, heterosexual relationships. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Megan Breukelman)

Spec sheets can look like alphabet soup—ED, ASPH, OIS, STM, USM, MFD, 0.5×—but each line quietly predicts how a lens will behave on a job. This guide strips out the marketing and shows you what matters, why it matters, and how to make smarter buys from your desk. No test charts needed; just practical translation from spec to outcome. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art lens is the first zoom of its kind, combining a wide focal range with an unusually fast aperture for APS-C and Super 35 cameras. Here's a look at what you can expect. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Fujifilm X100 series has always been wildly popular, and for good reason. Its compact design, fixed lens, and film-like rendering have made it a favorite for people who want a camera that feels simple yet powerful. More than specs, though, what matters is how a camera changes the way you see and photograph, and the X100 has done that for many. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Ricoh has announced the GR IV, a pocketable APS-C compact that continues the fixed-lens GR line with a higher-resolution sensor, a newly designed 28mm-equivalent lens, expanded in-body stabilization, and much larger internal storage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)