Welcome to the next—and 6th—episode of our 8-part video tutorial series about long exposure photography and how different filters can produce dramatic results. As a reminder, each time we drop a new video, you have the chance to win some awesome prizes. Follow the instructions included in this post to enter this week's contest. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Elia Locardi)

2021 brought a huge array of excellent gear. Here’s a roundup of the best and worst releases of the year, including a decision for the best stills camera that will take a lot of people by surprise. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

The Sandmarc Motion Pro Variable filter can be used for both filming and photography. For me, it excels at one more than the other, not because of quality, but because of ease of use. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

One of the challenges of landscape photography is that unlike many other genres, you do not have control of the elements in the scene, only where you position yourself and how you choose your composition. This can often lead to overly busy compositions, but this helpful video tutorial will give you some good advice on how to counteract that and produce stronger, more compelling images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Douglas Croft Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Morning Light” by Douglas Croft. Location: San Jose, California. 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 Douglas Croft appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

A 24-70mm f/2.8 is the workhorse lens of choice for a lot of photographers and filmmakers, offering a versatile focal length range and wide maximum aperture. One such lens for Fujifilm shooters is the XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR, and this excellent video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of image quality and performance you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post The Ultimate Guide to Street Photography (2021) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by James Maher. In this article, I’m going to explain everything you could ever want to know about street photography, including: The best cameras and lenses for shooting on the streetsHow to overcome fear when taking pictures of strangersHow to capture beautiful street photography compositionsHow to find the best street photography lightingMuch more! By the time you’ve finished, you’ll be a street photo expert, and you’ll know how to capture stunning street images like a pro. Let’s dive right in. Note: Want a free, downloadable copy of this ultimate guide? Simply enter your email address below, and we’ll send it straight to your...

This is one of those things that’s so easy to fix, but makes such a big difference – especially if you shoot wide angle lenses a lot (though it helps with longer lenses big time, too. Here are those two clicks: Above: here’s our original image and you can see the lens issues – the column on the right is bowing outward; the wall on the left isn’t straight, not to mention that the photo is crooked. FIRST CLICK: Go to the Lens Correction panel (it’s called the Optics panel in Lightroom ‘cloud’ version), and simply turn on the checkbox for “Enable Profile Correction.” Lightroom will go to its internal database of lens correction profiles and apply the appropriate correction, and now look...

The most crucial ingredient in any photo recipe is light. Without light, photos can’t be made. The word “photography” says it all: photo = light and graphy = to write. When an image is made, you write with light. If you’re a regular reader of my Tip of the Week, you know how important light is to me. I feel it’s the single most critical factor that determines a photo’s success. If you’ve been on one of my safaris or tours, you’ve heard me say it numerous times. You may have seen me wear my “It’s All About The Light” shirt. If the light is ugly, no matter how great everything else is, the image won’t be as good as if...

There’s a lot more to the placement of subjects in a frame than many photographers know. Considering left and right can impact how impressive your photos appear to others, and the flip horizontal is a more powerful creative tool than most people give credit to. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Tamron has had some excellent lenses over the years but nothing quite reached the caliber of their 28-75mm f/2.8 which was extremely well-received. Now, with that previous model discontinued, Tamron has released the new version, but can it keep up the earlier model's legacy? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Should you put your pricing on your photography website? It is a tricky question: on one hand, without it, you might annoy potential customers who want an idea of what they should expect to spend. On the other hand, with it, you might scare aware potential clients before you have had the chance to make your case for why you are worth the money. If you are wondering how to approach this, check out this great video tutorial that will give you some helpful advice on the topic. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A 50mm lens with a wide maximum aperture is one of the most versatile lenses a photographer can own, offering a relatively neutral focal length suitable for everything from portraits to landscapes and the ability to shoot in low light or leverage subject-isolating narrow depth of field. If you are a Nikon shooter looking for the right 50mm lens, check out this great video comparison that looks at three options at a range of price points. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

In September this year, Fujifilm announced a wide range of new primes, seemingly part of an ongoing effort to update its range of glass with sharper lenses complete with better autofocus and wider apertures. Has Fujifilm produced a better lens than the 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)

In this series of articles, I'll be comparing Capture One to Lightroom to see which one is the better choice. The articles will focus predominantly on color; however, other points such as contrast and dynamic range will also be covered too. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

A wide-aperture 85mm lens is always a popular choice for portrait photography, but such lenses can often run well north of $2,000. However, the Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 lens promises a classic optic at a much more affordable price, and this excellent video review takes a look at if it can provide the sort of performance and image quality professionals still demand. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Gene Putney Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Rocky Mountain Bull Elk” by Gene Putney. Location: Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. “On this October morning, it was in the low 30s just before sunrise and the elk were very active,” explains Putney. “The bulls were bugling throughout the meadow; however, the meadow had a layer of fog making it not the best for photo opportunities. As the sun broke through, the fog started to lift, and with the backlighting, frost and steam, the conditions fell into place for some dramatic captures.” 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...

Photo By Gene Putney Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Rocky Mountain Bull Elk” by Gene Putney. Location: Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. “On this October morning, it was in the low 30s just before sunrise and the elk were very active,” explains Putney. “The bulls were bugling throughout the meadow, however the meadow had a layer of fog making it not the best for photo opportunities. As the sun broke through, the fog started to lift, and with the backlighting, frost and steam, the conditions fell into place for some dramatic captures.” 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...

Along with the Nikon Z 9 and Sony a1, the Canon EOS R3 is one of the hottest cameras on the market, representing the current pinnacle of the company's technology. If you would like one of your own, best to get your preorder in as soon as possible, as it may take several months to get one. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post The Essential Guide to Photographing Birds in Flight appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Bruce Wunderlich. If you want to photograph birds in flight like a pro, then you’ve come to the right place. As a longtime bird photographer, I’ve spent countless hours tracking birds through the viewfinder, dealing with the frustration, the difficulties, and the exhilaration that comes from nailing a perfect shot. I’ve made plenty of mistakes – and I’ve also discovered many, many tips and techniques that’ll instantly elevate your photos. And in this article, I aim to share it all. I’ll explain all the birds in flight photography basics, including gear choice, location choice, lighting, composition, and more. Let’s dive right...