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by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
The darkroom. Just thinking of it brings out the most nostalgic of feelings from all photographers, even if you learned in the digital age, and even if you’ve never even set foot in a traditional chemical darkroom. There is something so gratifying about the idea of hand-crafting your photographs from a physical negative, printing on real paper, and watching your images come to life in baths of chemistry. Without waxing too romantic about the whole idea, it is safe to say that even the most cutting-edge digital photographers would still
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Stealing the hearts and minds of photographers everywhere are mirrorless cameras, now emboldened with a series of fresh releases that have elevated their stature into the professional realm. This has made them prime targets for photographers new and old, with dreams of picking up a new camera soon. Here is a quick list of what B&H customers want most from the mirrorless world.
Sony Alpha a7S II
The most recent full-frame
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
When you look beyond the 24-70mm f/2.8, the 50mm f/1.4, and the 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 lenses of the photography world, you can quickly discover there is a huge array of exciting, noteworthy, or in some cases, just weirdly enticing optics. And once you dig even deeper than the 12-24mm f/2.8, the 58mm f/1.4, or the 200mm f/2, you get to some of the most unique optics out there; a select group of lenses that instantly trigger a picture in your mind or are simply well known for how they operate, look, or even just the prestige they exude. Though some
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Ever since photography moved away from the safelights, developing tanks, and enlargers of the film era, individuals and organizations have been focused on bringing their darkrooms into the digital age. With those renovations come new requirements, additional equipment, and perhaps keeping some classic tools that have managed to stay pertinent through the digital transition. If you want to build a digital darkroom from scratch or simply augment your current workspace, here is some advice to get you going.
The Brains of the Operation
At the
by Daniel Wagner_1 · Posted
Trying to pick out the perfect holiday gift for your niece, nephew, or other young person in your life can be difficult. Usually the last thing they want is a new sweater or something they would rather choose for themselves. Clearly, some of the best gifts are those that educate, inspire, and stimulate their developing minds. These are noble and commendable goals, and guaranteed to be a hit with parents. However, to be successful with recipients, gifts should provide hours of entertainment, as well. There’s nothing better than giving the gift
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Point-and-shoots are under attack from every direction. Smartphones are replacing the pocket cameras of old and mirrorless cameras are filling the compact needs of more demanding users. Fortunately, manufacturers are introducing some powerful options that are defending the point-and-shoots’ honor. Many of these all-in-one designs offer capabilities and features that no smartphone or mirrorless can currently deliver. So, right here we rounded up seven of the best that are certain to hold their own in a fight to defend the good name and
by Eric Reichbaum · Posted
Maybe you’re an amateur digital photographer, or a young professional photographer who got into photography after darkrooms were removed from your school’s classroom, and you’re interested in shooting film but you don’t know where to begin. This guide will help you navigate your way through the multitude of options out there. While there aren’t nearly as many types or sizes of film as there were in the past, there are still enough to make choosing your film a daunting task.
Let’s take a look at your choices and, hopefully, help you narrow the
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Printing has become rarer these days as online albums have replaced physical ones, but there is something special about holding a physical photograph in your hand after a day of shooting. Photo albums filled with Polaroids and your drugstore 4 x 6 prints always seem to hold a place in people’s hearts as they reminisce about old times. Now, with technological improvements in the printing world, and the digital revolution, setting up a print lab at home is quite simple. Here are a few of our favorite printers, available today, for photographers
by John Harris · Posted
Every photographer has their favorite accessory, the one item that makes their work that much easier or interesting and can offer the simple pleasure of realizing how a little addition to your camera setup can make a big difference in your final product. This article is a mixed bag, touching on a variety of items, any one of which has the potential to be a photographer’s new, favorite accessory.
The Flex Lens Shade attaches to
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
Even with the plethora of online sharing methods and virtual ways to view your photographs nowadays, there is still nothing quite as satisfying as seeing, and holding, a printed photograph. Call it nostalgia or call it a respite from our otherwise plugged-in lifestyles, seeing an image on paper is one way to give, inherently, some deserved importance to your best shots. Throughout the process of printing your photographs, numerous decisions need to be made beyond simply deciding which image you want to use, most of important of which can be
by Josh Taylor · Posted
How does a rangefinder camera work? What were the landmarks in rangefinder camera design? How have they influenced photography over the years? What are their pluses and minuses compared to SLRs? What do they do best, and why?
In the late 19th Century, there were two dominant camera types:
1. View cameras that required you to compose the shot upside-down and in reverse on a ground glass, and focus by moving the lens back and forth until the subject looked sharp. You then inserted a plate or sheet film holder in the exact same image plane
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
Maybe your shtick is classic street photography. Maybe you photograph events and weddings in your town. Maybe you make architectural photographs of office buildings and homes. Regardless of where your urban photographic outings take you, there is a lot of outdoor adventure gear that can make your experience more fun and comfortable. After all, isn't there a reason they call it the "Urban Jungle?"
On the Ground
Have you ever stretched out on a New York City sidewalk to get a shot? I have. Have you been shooting for hours from your knees? I've
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
Regardless of your level of interest in digital photography, there is a requirement to organize your images and, often, the desire to adjust or enhance your photos digitally.
You know you’ve made it in an industry when the name of your product is transformed into a verb, but Photoshop, officially the Photoshop Creative Cloud, today, is an extremely capable and intricate software program that is not suitable for every photographer. Because the needs of photographers vary, Adobe has three primary solutions that cover image editing and file
by John Harris · Posted
Before talking about a number of tools, tables, and accessories that will improve your tethered photography, let’s just be clear about what we mean by “tethered” photography. Of course, like so many things, it’s not as complicated as it might seem. Tethered photography is simply shooting with your camera linked to your computer, so the images bypass the camera’s memory storage and go directly to a photo management software program in your computer.
"Tethered photography is simply shooting with your camera linked to your computer..."
There
by John Harris · Posted
After our earlier piece recommending five full-frame DSLR lenses for travel photography, we would be remiss not to also suggest five lenses for APS-C-format cameras. DSLRs with APS-C-size sensors are normally more compact and lighter than full-frame DSLRs and, therefore, advantageous when traveling. Remember, however, that the lightweight design often indicates a design containing less metal that may be less prepared for the rigors of unmerciful use. Also, be sure to calculate the crop factor of the APS-C sensor and focal-length equivalency