In January 2021, OM Digital Solutions acquired the Olympus Imaging Division, and though the cameras and lenses live on, the original iconic company was gone in some sense. So, what caused the downfall of one of the most respected and oldest photography companies on the planet? This interesting video takes a look at the history of the Olympus Imaging Division, where things started to go awry, and why it led to its ultimate failure. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The "shoot and burn," a photoshoot in which the photographer immediately delivers the images with minimal edits, saw a peak in popularity in the first decade or so of digital, when the novelty and convenience of digital files made the prospect of instant delivery enticing for a lot of customers, especially in genres like family photography. Now, with the rise of AI-powered culling and editing software, there loom some interesting questions: will the shoot and burn see a resurgence, and will it be a good thing for photographers? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When you are new to photography, there is a lot to try to learn all at the same time: creative vision, controlling technical parameters, editing, and a lot more. If you are new to photography and looking for some guidance on how to improve, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you five great tips and techniques for creating better photos in no time at all. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Being a professional photographer is a demanding career that requires you to wear many hats and rarely allows time to catch one's breath. As such, burnout is a common issue among professional photographers. So, when you experience it, what can you do? This excellent video essay features an experienced photographer discussing his experiences with burnout and how he handles it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I always think of Lightroom Classic’s Smart Collections feature as an assistant that works tirelessly behind the scenes to gather and sort photos for you based on your suggestions. Kind of like an intern without the attitude. Anyway, here are five ideas for Smart Collections you can use to help bring a little extra organization to your Lightroom life: Your Best Photos Of The Year If you mark your best images with a 5-star rating (or a color label), you can have your smart assistant gather them up for you into a collection. Just create your smart collection to gather photos from 1/1/2022 to 12/31/2022 that have a 5-star rating (or whichever color label you apply to your best image), and...

Autumn color is right around the corner. Given the latitude and/or height above sea level at which you dwell, it’s time to dust off your photo gear, jump in the car and enrich your foliage portfolio. Oceans of varying hues of green will soon give way to blazing warm-colored leaves and golden grasses. The green that dominated summer will pass its monochromatic baton to autumn’s blaze. For image makers who love color, it’s a glorious time. Be it a grand landscape or a lonely fallen leaf, there’s a plethora of subject matter. Incorporate all or a combination of the following fall foliage photo tips to impress your friends, family or coworkers with your photo magic. Include Wildlife If you’re a regular...

85mm lenses with wide maximum apertures are some of the most popular out there, particularly for portrait photographers, where their flattering focal length and narrow depth of field make them ideal for photographing people. Nonetheless, such lenses can cost well north of $2,000, which is what makes the Meike 85mm f/1.8, which costs less than $200, so intriguing. Can it keep up with more expensive options, though? This great video review takes a look at its performance and image quality to answer that question. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Internet can be a cruel and unforgiving place, especially when sharing your art, opinions, or creative endeavors with people worldwide. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lucy Lumen)

With lenses like the 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD, Tamron has shown that in addition to creating pragmatic, affordable lenses, they also have their eyes on those that push the boundaries of design and offer unique capabilities. One such lens is the 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD, which offers an unusually wide range of focal lengths, and this excellent video review takes a deep look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Electronic Hub recently posted a study divulging which electronics have the most unreliable reviews on Amazon, with some of our most beloved cameras sitting near the top. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Michelle VanTine)

I asked in a Dutch photography community how they feel about black and white photography for landscapes. It seems it's not generally accepted, and many strange reasons are given why black and white shouldn’t be used. I’d like to share a few of those reasons that caught me by surprise. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

Photo By Rom Savage Today’s Photo of the Day is “Pines” by Rom Savage. Location: Medicine Bow National Forest, Wyoming. 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 Rom Savage appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

It should go without saying that everyone reading here at Fstoppers is interested in taking photos. I know that many of you also want to shake things up and make some money doing it. With three new upcoming start dates, it’s worth taking a look at Side Hustle 101, the product of Canon Canada’s new partnership with The Maker’s Collective. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mark Dunsmuir)

In between specialized equipment, camera settings, forecasting, creative vision, and more, it takes a lot to learn how to create compelling landscape photos. But perhaps nothing is trickier to learn than the art of composition. If that is something you struggle with a bit, check out this great video tutorial that features a range of helpful advice from an experienced landscape photographer. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post 9 Best Apps for Travel Photography (in 2022) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Your smartphone is one of the best travel photography accessories you own. When equipped with the right apps, your phone can save you time, put you in the right place for amazing images, and enhance the photos you’ve already taken. But which apps are best for travel photography? How do you pick the apps that are right for you? Fortunately, whether you have an iOS or Android phone, there are plenty of apps perfect for travel shooting. Below, we share a roundup of our favorites – all of which are guaranteed to make your trip, and the photos you...

Canon recently caused a fair amount of controversy when it came out that they had requested that Viltrox stop manufacturing autofocus lenses for the RF mount, as they feel doing so infringes on their intellectual property. The incident seems to explain the curious lack of third-party lenses for the RF mount. Has Canon made a mistake? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It's something we are all seeking. There is no doubt that some photographers are fantastic at what they do, but even the best won't create a great shot every time. So, is there a secret formula to creating one? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

There are a lot of approaches to landscape photography, and each offers different benefits and drawbacks and places different demands on your time, effort, creative vision, and technique. If you would like to improve your landscape images, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will walk you through a few shots and offer some great tips and advice along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

OM Digital Solutions announced an update to their lens road map, and macro photographers will be excited about what's there. Plus, they have a new Linear PCM sound recorder. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Like most photographers, I own more than one camera bag. There is my main bag, my video gear bag, my small kit bag, my rolling bag for airplane travel, and that one, never-been-used, just sitting in the back of the closet, camera bag of unknown origin. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by John Ricard)