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In the following video, Larry Becker, from Kelby One, takes a look at the iUSBportCAMERA2 from Hyper++Drive, a compact device that adds or expands the Wi-Fi remote control functions of your Nikon or Canon DSLR camera. The video explores the controls and features of the device, including its compact size, LCD screen, and dual USB 2.0 ports. Becker guides you through the set-up processes and how to connect to and
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
The Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mirrorless Camera has been out for a year now, but I have just been given the opportunity to review the camera, from the perspective of a long-time SLR/DSLR shooter. I have never used a mirrorless camera extensively, aside from experimenting with a friend’s and handling a couple in the B
by Sam Mallery · Posted
Award-winning professional photographer Michael Grecco is a big proponent of storing your working archive on local hard drives. We spoke to Grecco earlier this year about inspiration, creativity, and gear in our Finding a New Road article. His latest initiative is a new resource dedicated to sharing helpful information on the topic of archiving your work.
The workflow that Grecco prefers involves the careful storage of
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In the following video, Larry Becker presents the Profoto AirTTL-N remote for Nikon DSLRs, first explaining the exciting features of the battery-powered Profoto B1 500 AirTTL off-camera flash that is meant to be used with the remote. Next, he moves on to summarize the results of his tests with the flash and the remote noting that his first shot was TTL metered perfectly. Finally, Becker details the capabilities of the AirTTL-N remote
by Sam Mallery · Posted
Anticipation for a replacement for the Canon 7D has been building for a long time and, this morning, the refresh finally arrived with the announcement of the 7D Mark II. When big camera news hits, you can read all about the new features and specifications on the Internet but, typically, you don't get to hear the thoughts and impressions of seasoned industry
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Join Robert Rodriguez Jr as he discusses the various aspects of his artistic process for making incredible landscape images of the Hudson Valley, in New York. Rodriguez talks about his approach, and how he is inspired by the natural world, and how he tries to capture emotion in his photographs. Watch as he takes us through a step-by-step example of how he decides on a composition and then applies his technique. As Rodriguez narrates, we are treated to a gallery of his images of New York as you’ve never seen it.
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Watch as Washington, DC-based photographer Tim Cooper as he explains the value of High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography in practical, everyday applications. Cooper walks us through the process, step by step, for measuring the brightest and darkest areas of a photograph and then taking a series of bracketed photographs that can be combined in HDR to compress the dynamic range and render a beautifully exposed image.
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Creator of the Veterans Portrait Project, former combat veteran and photographer Stacy Pearsall spends the day photographing several generations of military veterans. From a chance encounter at a VA hospital, her initial idea to schedule photo sessions instead of her own doctors’ appointments developed into a full-blown project, whose goal is to record the essence and stories of the men and women who have served our country in wartime. Watch as Pearsall presents
by John Harris · Posted
Last year Zeiss released the original Otus, the 55mm f/1.4 that set a new benchmark to which other SLR lenses would be compared for quite some time. The Otus quickly attained an almost mythic status and as this optic, with its owl-inspired name, began to make its way into the wild its reputation was sealed by consistently stellar reviews. Fast-forward nearly a year later, and Zeiss has
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In the following video, Larry Becker presents the Lensbaby 5.8mm f/3.5 Circular Fisheye lens and covers its unique design, broad perspective, and drops some hints about potential uses. The video begins with an introduction to what the lens is, and how it strays from a conventional lens, as well as conventional Lensbaby lens. The video highlights some of the lens's general specifications, including its all-manual control set, its compatibility with both full-frame and
by Amanda Bellucco · Posted
One of the latest trends to hit the big event scene is the photo booth. Odds are, if you've been to a wedding, birthday, graduation, or other big celebration in the recent past, you've seen a photo booth at one of these events. Their popularity is understandable―guests are always eager to line up for their turn to be goofy in front of the camera, picking out props and poses for a customized souvenir. While the pro photographers do their job, photo booths can be a fun way to give guests license to act silly in front of another lens
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Watch the following video to see Mia McCormick, of Kelby Media, demonstrate the virtues of the ikan Featherweight Studio Lights, which feature both AC and battery power options. McCormick points out her favorite useful features, such as the touch-panel readout and control of color temperature and brightness. McCormick also introduces us to the smaller version of the Featherweights, which shares many of the same features as its big brothers, but is designed to be used
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In the following video, Larry Becker presents the Nikon D810 DSLR and covers its improvements and refinements in comparison to its predecessors, the D800 and D800E. The video begins with some of the standout updates, including the complete removal of the optical low-pass filter, upgraded EXPEED 4 image processor, and expanded sensitivity range to ISO 12800. The video segues there to the increased 5 fps continuous shooting rate, improved buffer
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In the following video, Mia McCormick discusses the Sony a7S Mirrorless digital camera and its video-recording features. McCormick makes points about the camera’s full-frame 12 Megapixel sensor, industry-leading low-light performance, and its ability to capture up to 15 stops of dynamic range using the Slog2 gamma profile. She also showcases the various recording options, including internal 1080p at 24, 30, or 60fps, 720p at up to
by Allan Weitz · Posted
At first glance, purchasing a step-up ring is a simple, straightforward transaction―all you need is a metal ring that enables you to use a filter with a wider-diameter thread size than the lens on which you want to mount it. What’s not so clear-cut is why there are so many choices for a lens accessory that, on the surface, is so simple and basic.
The answer to the above is that the materials used to manufacture the ring, i.e., aluminum, hard-anodized aluminum, or brass, as well as the finish of the ring, i.e., side knurled edges or a