How Does the Canon EOS R6 Mark II Compare to the EOS R7?

Many photographers do not want to spend top dollar for high-level bodies, but still need and appreciate advanced features like fast burst rates and powerful autofocus. For Canon shooters, two options that fit that bill are the EOS R6 Mark II and EOS R7. Which is right for you, though? This interesting video discusses the two in the context of a demanding genre, bird photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
    
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How to Correctly Use Camera Memory Cards: 14 Tips

The post How to Correctly Use Camera Memory Cards: 14 Tips appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darren Rowse. Memory cards are an essential part of digital photography. They record your precious files and keep them safe until you’re able to transfer them to your (hopefully) full-fledged storage solution – which means that it’s essential that you understand how to use memory cards correctly. After all, a properly cared-for memory card will often perform flawlessly for years – while a poorly looked-after card will be prone to errors, corruption, and loss of files. In this article, I share 14 tips for keeping your memory cards in good condition. I explain how you should correctly eject your cards,...How to use camera memory cards
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Level Up Your Wedding Photography Business

Here are some tips and tricks that help make a wedding photography business successful. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)
    
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Sony a7R V: Is It the Best Alpha Yet?

The a7R V is the first AI-based camera from Sony. It has a dedicated AI processing chip, deep-learning algorithms, human pose detection, 8 stops of IBIS, and 61 megapixels of resolution. But is it really the best Alpha ever? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Reza Malayeri)
    
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The Good and Bad of Canon Cameras

Canon cameras are some of the most popular out there, but just like every other brand, they are not perfect. How do they compare to other options? This excellent video discusses the good and bad of Canon cameras. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
    
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52Frames Weekly Photo Challenge: Improve Your Photography One Week at a Time

Make 2023 a year of creative breakthrough. We all know the key to getting better is consistency. Doing something over and over again will eventually make you better at anything. 52Frames is a photography community that encourages you to improve by prioritizing consistency over perfection: a photo every week for a year. Photography, like any other skill, requires practice. It’s like going to the gym: you need a training plan, with clear goals and ways to achieve them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)
    
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Photo Of The Day By Andrew C. Strom

Photo By Andrew C. Strom Today’s Photo of the Day is “The Passage” by Andrew C. Strom. Location: Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska. 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 Andrew C. Strom appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)
    
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Create Killer Landscape Images Using Only Your Mobile Phone and Tablet

This is an essential watch if you love taking photos with your phone but aren't sure whether you can get a great image or not. In this video, Glyn Dewis shows how mobile photography is possible for everyone using Adobe's Lightroom and Photoshop Mobile software. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Peter Morgan)
    
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Can You Shoot a Wedding on a Medium Format Camera?

Medium format cameras mostly live in studios, where the controlled lighting and less demanding autofocus and burst rates allow them to shine. What happens if you take them out of that environment and put them in the hands of a wedding photographer? This great video shows the results. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
    
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6 Tips for Breathtaking Aquarium Photography

The post 6 Tips for Breathtaking Aquarium Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Mat Coker. Aquariums offer gorgeous views of fish, dramatic lighting, and plenty of incredible photographic opportunities. Unfortunately, without the right approach, capturing great aquarium images can be insanely difficult thanks to the ultra-dark environments and fast-moving subjects. Fortunately, I love photographing in aquariums, and I know how to capture crisp, clear, and well-exposed images of an array of fish subjects. In this article, I explain how you can create stunning shots of sharks, lobsters, eels, and so much more – so if you’re ready to start producing some stunning aquarium photography, then let’s dive right in! 1. Turn off your flash and get...Aquarium photography tips
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It’s Time To Update Your Copyright Info Inside Lightroom For 2023

Hi, everybody – I’m back from my holiday break (really enjoyed it, and the football gods were shining upon me, as my Bucs somehow won their division and are playoff bound). Now it’s a new year, full of new opportunities and possibilities, so let’s get right to it. If like me, you like to embed your copyright and contact info directly into your images (handy in case you share images on Instagram, FB, Twitter, etc.), then it’s time to update your Lightroom Classic copyright info template for 2023 for the new images you take and import this year. It’s really simple but not super obvious, so here we go: STEP ONE: Go to the Library Module; go under the Metadata menu up top...
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Become Powerfully Attached

The word “attached” is defined in two ways: Two or more items can be physically attached when visually connected or joined together; Two things can be emotionally attached when strong feelings of affection or connection exist. Regarding photography, both definitions can be applied in addition to a third where they overlap. DEF 1 – A lens is physically attached to a camera body, a filter is physically attached to a lens, a flash gets attached to the hot-shoe. In conjunction, they all work in harmony. DEF 2 – It behooves us to become emotionally attached to the subjects we photograph to better understand their behavior, the weather, the light and more. Below, I’ll discuss a third definition. The more you become...
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5 Things I Would Tell My Younger Photographer Self

While so many resources about both the technical and logistical sides of photography can be found in books and video tutorials, there are things that only time can teach. Here are some of the things I’d love to whisper to my younger self that might be of help to others as well. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nicco Valenzuela)
    
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Are You Using This Lightroom Tool in Your Workflow?

Color range masks are nothing new within Lightroom. However, they have become increasingly powerful the last couple of years, and you absolutely should be utilizing them in your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Armitage)
    
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Win a Premium Fstoppers Tutorial by Helping to Pick Our Photographer of the Year

Want to start the new year with a free tutorial from Fstoppers? All you have to do is help us choose our Photographer of the Year! [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
    
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Photo Of The Day By David Connel

Photo By David Connel Today’s Photo of the Day is “Play With Me” by David Connel. Location: Yukon Territory, Canada. “I was driving from Anchorage, Alaska, to Haines, Alaska, in late November to photograph the bald eagle congregation,” says Connel. “I pulled over along the highway outside of Haines Junction and these two red foxes approached and started play fighting and running around right in front of me. Whenever the play started to subside, the one with the crazy-looking face would do everything he could to keep the play going.” 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...
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Is This the Ultimate Portrait Lens?

The fight for making the best premium portrait lens normally comes down to a few properties: a short telephoto focal length, a wide aperture, stellar sharpness (even wide open), and great bokeh. This lens offers all four of those things, often in spades. Is it the ultimate option for portrait photographers? This excellent video review takes a look. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
    
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A Review of the New Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 XF Lens

When it comes to lenses that punch above their weight, Viltrox is quickly becoming one of the photography world's favorite manufacturers, releasing many ultra-affordable lenses that offer decent or even good performance and image quality despite those rock-bottom prices. Their latest offering, the AF 75mm f/1.2 XF, offers Fujifilm users an ultra-wide aperture paired with a useful focal length. This great video review takes a look at the new lens and the sort of image quality and performance you can expect from it in use. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
    
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Sony Versus Canon: An AI Encounter

With AI being all the rage lately, I thought I would test run a plot generator story of Canon versus Sony. I put in some spicy adjectives and plotted the main storyline: the photographers cross paths at the Imagining USA Nikon booth, and I let AI write a plot that will have you both roaring with laughter and fuming with offense. Grab your popcorn, and enjoy a good laugh. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michelle VanTine)
    
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Happy New Year From the dPS Team (2023!)

The post Happy New Year From the dPS Team (2023!) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Another year is gone, and a new year has begun! On behalf of the dPS team, I’d like to wish you a happy New Year; hopefully, you had a joyful end to 2022, and 2023 is now off to a great start. We have plenty of great articles in store for you in 2023, so make sure you check back frequently over the next few weeks. You don’t want to miss posts discussing landscape photography, portrait photography, camera settings, gear, photo editing, and so much more! And if you’re looking to jumpstart your photography skills in the new year,...
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