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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
There’s more to landscape photography than just cameras and lenses. While these are the most essential pieces of gear in our bag, they can’t do it all. We need to rely on other tools to take our craft to the next level. Whether it be something to stabilize our camera, a way to trigger the camera without shaking it, or a filter to make that blue sky pop, there’s a tool to help us do it all.
Accessories
Remote Shutter Release
To take a photo without shaking the camera, you’ll want to use
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
The Micro Four Thirds system is becoming popular among a passionate group of wedding photographers. The compact size of the cameras and lens system, as well as the sheer number of available lenses from, OM System, Panasonic, and other manufacturers, not to mention the nearly limitless option of adapted lenses, means that the wedding photographer has many options for capturing the action.
It’s worth noting that OM System, formerly known as Olympus, has lenses with both branding. As lenses are updated, they’ll adopt the OM system name, but as
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
When you think of wildlife photography, huge super-telephoto lenses might be what pop into mind. While these are practical, they’re far from the end-all-be-all option. Today, we’re going to learn some practical applications of other, less common lenses for wildlife photography, such as portrait lenses, ultra wide-angle landscape lenses, and special-effect glass like mirror lenses.
Portrait Lenses
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Weddings are among the most important events in a couple’s life. As a photographer, you’re tasked with capturing that day and immortalizing those memories with your camera and lens. However, the camera is only part of the equation. To make your images shine, you’ll need to add some additional tools to your arsenal. In this article, we’re going to explore the accessories that not only make your life as a photographer easier, but make your work stand out.
Lighting
Lighting is the most important element of wedding photography. You’re going to
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Binoculars are a birdwatcher’s best friend. They allow you to get close-up views of distant objects without having to actually get close. While they all perform the same basic functions, not all binoculars are good for bird watching. Features like build-quality, optical quality, and lens coatings all play a role in determining whether a pair of binoculars is good for birding.
In this guide, we’re going to cover the features that make for a great pair of birding binoculars, including the
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Lens selection is a highly personal choice for the professional photographer. Your shooting style, client needs, and cost all factor into how you choose to build your kit. Wedding photographers require a greater variety of lenses as they must cover a diverse assortment of compositions in various environments and lighting conditions. As working professionals, it’s only natural to begin investing in high-quality professional glass. For Canon users, this is the L series.
Easily identified by a thin red line circling the lens barrel, L glass is
by Luke Rollins · Posted
All the world’s a soundstage for today’s content creators. And yes, while you carry an effective production multitool in your pocket already (your smartphone), its shortcomings will eventually outweigh its convenience. The contemporary class of point-and-shoot cameras offers significant upgrades in sensor size, lens quality, video performance, and audio inputs, all within a (relatively) pocketable form factor. Wireless connectivity options ensure your content can be quickly posted on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and more.
We’ll briefly go over
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Wedding photography is a popular and lucrative genre of the industry. After all, weddings are an extravagant, emotionally charged event at which expectations run high. Couples put their trust in you as the photographer to capture this unrepeatable day, and second best just won’t cut it. Wedding photography takes a dedicated, skilled individual.
We all know it’s not the camera that takes the photo; it’s the photographer. That being said, having the
by John-Paul Pale… · Posted
The new school year is nearly upon us, which means it’s time to start stocking up on necessary gear and school supplies. For film and photo majors, that means finding the camera that’s right for you. To help you get the perfect shot, we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite cameras, including options for beginning photographers, prosumers, and professionals.
Medium Format
The
by Mary Latvis · Posted
No matter how compact your camera is, you’ll find that your film and video shoots will still require keeping multiple accessories close by. While hard cases keep these items safe for travel, they are quite bulky. Backpacks can hold many items, but they don’t always provide the quickest access. So for on-set use, smart creators turn to set bags and pouches to save space and time.
Tote Bags
A wide storage area and simple design make tote bags perfect for carrying a variety of accessories and supplies on set. Larger ones are handy for storing
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Headed back to school and looking for a great backpack? You’re in luck. We’ve put together a list of some our favorite packs, including top picks from renowned bag makers like Incase, Thule, and Peak Design.
Incase ICON 16" Backpack
Featuring a sleek, all-black design and a wide assortment of pockets and compartments, the stylish ICON 16" Backpack, from Incase will help keep all of your gear neat
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
As a student, much of your life is about making choices and sacrifices. “Should I skip this class and sleep in?” or “Should I go to class even though I’m too tired to pay attention?” There are a lot of hard decisions to make as a student, especially if you’re a burgeoning photographer looking to attain professional status.
But, as a student, means are often limited and you need to be more conscious about what gear to add to your kit. What gear is critical and worth the investment versus what are some of the things you can ignore for now and
by Luke Rollins · Posted
The contemporary compact market is brimming with options for vloggers and content creators, taking the popular form factor beyond “point-and-shoot” to meet the hybrid demands of the day. The camera, however, is just the beginning when it comes to building a setup for high-quality content. For users who plan to make video content with a camera like the Sony ZV-1F, Panasonic LUMIX ZS99, Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III, or even the new PowerShot V1, we’ve put together an accessory guide to expand and elevate your compact camera’s creative
by Luke Rollins · Posted
Stepping outside your daily routine and into the wild or a whole new world? Here’s a collection of guides, tips, and discussions for best capturing the beauty and spontaneity of landscape and travel photography.
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
If the father figure in your life is a photo fanatic, chances are he’ll appreciate any photo-related gift you find for Father’s Day. If he’s the type of father who already has it all, though, you might want to think outside the box to find a gift that surprises or excites him or is just something he doesn’t already have. Here are some suggestions for Father’s Day photo gifts for the dad who has it all:
Vello NSD-35 35mm Negative and Slide Digitizer
There’s a pretty good chance your father shot some film in his time—and also a pretty good