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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
When it comes to choosing the best camera for sports and action photography, there are three factors to focus on. Speed, autofocus performance, and reliability are all essential to tracking, freezing, and nailing the shot time and time again. Speed and performance have become increasingly affordable with mid-tier cameras and even some entry-level ones can keep up with sporting events. In this guide, we’ve narrowed things down to the very best cameras in each class, from the pro-level flagships to everyday cameras that are right at home on your
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
If renowned landscape photographer Ansel Adams were alive today, he would surely be astounded at the variety of cameras available. When compared to his hulking 8x10 view camera, today’s cameras look like child’s play. He would also be flabbergasted at the image quality these little devices produce.
This year, we have a bottomless well of cameras
by Luke Rollins · Posted
At its most basic, tethered shooting involves connecting your camera, wired or wirelessly, to your computer as you shoot. You’ve likely seen it in some behind-the-scenes video for a professional studio shoot, or you just have a friend who swears it’s the best thing since sliced bread. Tethering is a shooting technique that can benefit many a photographer’s workflow significantly, though upon first hearing of it, the idea of tethering can be something that first requires a bit of education. Hopefully, this introduction will help get you started
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Jeff Cable is back in-personal the B&H Event Space. Jeff brings with him his favorite images from the 2026 Winter Olympics, sharing his experiences and how he captured each shot.
0:00 Intro
1:45 What is Zenfolio?
4:17 Jeff's experience at the Olympics
8:24 The challenges and best parts of Milan
11:31 Equipment
14:17 Team photos and opening ceremony
18:54 The goals
23:37 What to keep in mind
33:17 Telling a story (or two)
39:42 The Olympics by the numbers
41:00 Closing
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Narrative by Design with Aaron Anderson - Session 3: The Final Image In this final session, photographer Aaron Anderson goes over the culling and post-production process. Aaron focuses on color, tone, and shows Photoshop shortcuts that'll enhance your editing workflow.
0:00-Intro
3:40-Workflow
4:21-Rating/Culling images
11:19-Camera RAW edits
22:28-Opening to Photoshop
25:44-Retouching skin
31:06-Dodge and burn
40:40-Action folders
43:46-Color
48:40-Color profiles
54:09-Final image
58:50-Q&A
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Photographer Jeff Cable has photographed many years of the Olympics, personal events, wildlife, and various other genres. His choice of lens matter for each one. Jeff goes over some of his favorite images and breaks down how he got the shot and what lens he used.
0:00 Intro
3:17 Every lens has a use
9:40 Zoom vs. Prime - Photo review
48:30 Aperture
55:14 Upcoming photo tours / Closing
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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
If you've ever gone camera shopping, you've likely run into the term "mirrorless" more than a couple of times. After all, mirrorless cameras account for up to 90% of new interchangeable-lens cameras (according to Canon executives anyhow). But what does "mirrorless" actually mean? In this guide, we're going to explore what a mirrorless camera is, what makes it different from other cameras (hint: it's in the name), and how it can benefit
by Steven Esposito · Posted
One of the best pieces of advice I like giving photographers is that they should print their photos. For many, this will mean going to a lab or print shop, in which case you should learn about profiling and calibration. The rest of you are likely more interested in getting your hands dirty and printing on your own at home. This guarantees you have full control over the entire production process, from capture to output. To do this, you will need a
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The time-honored saying “A picture is worth a thousand words” can quickly lose meaning in the intricate tangle of a photographer’s lifetime archive. That is unless you take a disciplined approach to organizing your photographs from the start. This essential message is woven throughout this week’s podcast with the esteemed photojournalist and filmmaker Ed Kashi.
Above Photograph © Ed Kashi
“You need to look at your archive from early on, even before you think you have any critical mass of material,” Ed instructs. “This is your memory, this
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Wildlife photography is one of the most therapeutic and rewarding genres of photography and it’s also one of the most popular. There’s just something so special about being able to witness the magic, and with new camera tech, wildlife photography is easier than ever. That said, the thrill of the shot can overshadow good decision-making, leading to unethical practices. But what are ethical practices?
Take nothing but photographs, leave nothing but footprints—an adage well-known by nature enthusiasts of all levels, but not all that practical.
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
When we head out into the great outdoors, there’s nothing more we need than our camera and lens. So long as you have a charged battery and an empty memory card, there’s little more you could ever need—that is, until that battery dies, it starts to rain, or a bird poops on your lens. How do we prepare for these inevitable conundrums? We bring the pertinent accessories, that’s how.
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In session 2, photographer Aaron Anderson explores how lighting, color, composition, and contrast shape emotion and guide the viewer's eye. Learn how to light with intention, build a cinematic mood, and adapt on set while staying true to the original concept.
0:00 - Intro
0:55 - Setting up your camera for high sync
6:04 - Tethering
8:08 - What is cinematic lighting?
10:33 - Balance between ambient & strobe
12:50 - Gels
17:05 - Haze & fog
20:02 - Feathering
36:40 - Lighting with flare
48:00 - Using two lights to make it look like one
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Mike Foley teaches basic elements of retouching in Lightroom Classic. After watching, you'll have a new editing workflow that can be used for any type of photography.
0:00 - Intro
2:15 - Importing photos
3:40 - Lightroom library & develop
6:16 - Editing tools
8:00 - Exposure
15:40 - Contrast
21:25 - Make it look like it hasn't been retouched
25:43 - Editing the background
28:11 - Adding vignette
32:24 - Skin
41:11 - Adding grain
49:37 - Copying and pasting edits on another photo
54:49 - Editing for black & white photo
1:13:10 - Export
by Mary Latvis · Posted
Filmmakers often use a traditional Fresnel lamp to create a beam, wash, or hard slash to carefully shape light in their scenes—drawing attention to a character or action when capturing dramatic content. Now with the release of the C3 3000W Full-Color LED Fresnel Light from pro lighting brand Creamsource, DPs and gaffers get a big film-style light for designing adjustable beam looks while maintaining LED fixture advantages
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Panasonic just announced the LUMIX S 20mm f/2.5, a full-frame ultra-wide angle prime lens. Whether you're a traveling landscape photographer or someone who loves shooting dramatic street portraits, this lens might just be the perfect tool for the job. Let's see how it stacks up.
Panasonic LUMIX S 20mm f/2.5 Lens
The ultra-compact