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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
As we begin to wrap up the year, we’d like to look back at some of our favorite product launches and moments in the photo industry. As it turns out, this has been quite the year for Nikon. Today, we’re looking at some of the best releases Nikon saw in 2025, from upgrades of existing models to integration of the RED cinema camera technology.
Nikon Z5 II Mirrorless Camera
In April, Nikon delivered a much-needed update to their entry level full-frame camera. The original Z5 was never the fastest camera in its class, but it had a larger battery
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Lighting is the key to all photography. While elaborate, multi-light setups may appear to be the standard, the creative photographer can produce a seemingly endless range of images using just one light source. This guide is designed to help those beginners out there build the perfect one-light kit for portrait photography.
Why One Light?
I completely understand why multi-light “studio in a box” kits are tempting to beginner and budget-conscience photographers. Why spend hundreds of dollars on one light when you can get three lights complete
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
After you pick up your first speedlight, strobe, or LED panel, the best investment you can make is in some modifiers. These are tools that shape and alter the intensity of our light source. Modifiers come in all shapes and sizes based on the type of light you plan to use them on, which can make it difficult to pick one out if you are new to photography. Since each modifier comes with its own distinct look and ideal use, here is a
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Lotta shares what she learned when using the HARMAN Phoenix and new Pheonix II. Join her as she studies her images in Lightroom Classic, learning from her mistakes and sharing her tips to get the best shots with these film stocks.
0:00 - Intro
0:30 - Exposure
3:20 - About This Film Stock
3:59 - Skin Tones & Cast
5:37 - Embracing the Film's Quirks
7:12 - 35mm Photos
8:34 - When Should You Use This Film?
8:59 - Pheonix I vs. II
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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Tamrom continues to fill out their mirrorless lens lineup, delivering a much sought-after update with the 25-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III VXD G2 lens for the Sony E mount. A follow-up to the acclaimed 28-200mm lens, this updated model features a wider minimum focal length while maintaining the same compact size of the original.
by Cory Rice · Posted
The trick with any home studio is in creating a space that can be used to create images that do not betray the fact that you shot them in your living room, in your pajamas, using your pet dog as an assistant. Luckily, creating a home studio can be done fairly easily without breaking the bank. This article will help get you up and running.
Planning Your Studio
Before making any purchases, it is important to sit down first and answer some basic questions about what you want your studio to accomplish. First, what type of photographs do you plan
by Luke Rollins · Posted
To the naked eye, Sony's 2025 might seem more muted when compared to a massive 2024 that saw not only the release of a new flagship camera, but the revelation that some of the most iconic imagery in recent memory was made with Sony gear. Still, in 2025 the company continued its track record of introducing first-of-their-kind optics while also reinvigorating their compact and cinema lineups.
The Game-Changer
The company's most ambitious and well-received release of the year is its
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Audio is extremely important. Photographers haven’t really had to worry about this, but it is something that can make or break your videos. Watch some of your favorite movies and pay close attention to the sound—you will probably pick up some audio cues or effects that amplify the scene or action. If recorded poorly, audio can make something completely unwatchable. Have you ever opened a video online to crackling and noise and decided that it just wasn’t worth enduring? Clarity in audio is one of the most important things for keeping your
by Luke Rollins · Posted
Building a home studio setup is as exciting as it is daunting. While you may not need a warehouse, you’ll still need to put together a stable infrastructure that allows your work to shine and your business to scale. From backdrops to modifiers, stands to storage, this guide gathers the pro-grade accessories that fit tight rooms and tight budgets.
Camera Support: Tripods & Stands
Step one is mounting the camera. Your specific camera will dictate your needs here, but manufacturers like
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Join Canon Explorer of Light, Adam Jones, for an introductory photography webinar focused on mastering the essential settings for perfect exposure in landscape and wildlife photography.
0:00 - Intro
1:20 -Camera controls & settings
4:23 - Landscape essentials
10:23 - Adam's gear
11:08 - Wide angle or telephoto lens
13:05 - Explore light
18:06 - Take advantage of weather & atmosphere
20:44 - Elements of design
29:26 - Foreground, middle ground, & background
34:41 - High contrast sense
37:47 - Hyperfocal focus
42:42 - High ISO
44:13
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
One of the most effective ways to improve your portraiture is by controlling the light, and one of the most effective ways to control your light is to move it. Seems like a simple enough concept, but it can be daunting at first, especially if you're using a speedlight or an on-camera flash. Despite its misleading name, an on-camera flash can, very easily, be used off the camera. The "on-camera" part simply refers to its form factor
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
You’re probably aware that film has been making a comeback in recent years, but let’s be honest with ourselves. Did it ever really go away? Sure, it may have seen a dip in popularity at the dawn of the digital age, but many serious enthusiasts never stopped using it. Just ask the experts here at B&H! In fact, we asked some long-time film shooting experts here, “What’s your favorite film/camera combination and why?” Below, you’ll find their answers
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Nikon is excited to announce two new DX lenses for their Z crop sensor lineup. The ultra-fast NIKKOR 16-50mm f/2.8 DX zoom and the lightweight 35mm f/1.7 DX prime deliver stunning light-gathering ability and speed for still photo and video users.
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/2.8 VR
A pro upgrade to the existing kit lens, the NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/
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How often do you think beyond the photos you make to consider the larger purpose they serve—both for yourself and, ideally, for a wider audience? In today’s show, we explore this idea while connecting the dots between picture making, process, and purpose. Our guides for this conversation are nature/landscape photographer and mountaineer Matt Payne, and street photographer, portraitist, and YouTube storyteller Sean Tucker. While Matt and Sean have widely different photographic specialties, they share much in common, from educational backgrounds
by Zack Young · Posted
With the deluge of new cameras hitting the market, it has been easy to miss the latest studio tools that have been released over the past few years. Never fear! We’ve rounded up the most-wanted studio gear from our holiday wish lists so you can treat your favorite photographer—or yourself.
The season of lights is upon us and nothing brightens up a studio more than a new set of lights. Two lights topping many wish lists this year: