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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
While much of what makes a great family portrait photographer comes with practice, there are ways you can improve your workflow with the right gear. Today, we’re going to look at accessories that will make your life as an at-home or even aspiring professional portrait photographer easier.Family portraits can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding genres of photography. On top of technical expertise and a familiarity with your gear, it also requires personability and the ability to (sometimes) wrangle up large groups. Even after you get a
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Learn to capture captivating images of waterfalls with Sony Alpha Ambassador Mahesh Thapa. He teaches you everything from choosing the proper equipment to dialing in the recommended camera settings.
0:00 - Intro
1:46 - Disclosures
2:10 - Capturing long exposure photography
5:43 - Gear
19:57 - Composition
21:48 - Other necessary accessories
26:41 - Camera settings
32:58 - Use custom dials
33:56 - Use histogram
35:00 - Settings example
39:00 - Closing thoughts / Q&A
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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Venus Optics is excited to unveil the Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5X Ultra Macro APO lens. This is the first telephoto macro lens in Laowa’s ever-growing lineup, one that combines an advanced optical design with a versatile, lightweight package for a convenient yet powerful lens for all skill levels. The lens’s compact size is due in part to its f/4.5 aperture, a choice made to prioritize the portability of the lens. At half the weight of any comparable macro lens,
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Can photographers blend the worlds of digital and film in portraiture? Join Lotta to learn how the medium-format Hasselblad 907x allows you to have the best of both words, using the CFV 100C and 500C backs.
0:00 - Swedish Design Philosophy
0:26 - Digital Medium Format
1:17 - How the Camera Feels/Handling
1:41 - Digital Film Hybrid
3:41 - Tethering
4:12 - Setting up the Film
6:04 - Film Photos
6:42 - XCD Lenses
7:53 - Final Thoughts
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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
For macro photographers, having the right gear is essential. Magnification and lighting are key, but you don’t necessarily need the biggest, priciest macro lenses out there to get close-up shots. If you’re a macro photographer yourself or buying a gift for one, we have some excellent recommendations for every budget.
Gifts Under $50
1. Close-up macro filters (like this Macro Lens
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The highlight of Sony Kando? Learning from your fellow photographers and videographers. The Matts ask pros, like Chelsea Northrup, Matt "Who Is Matt" Johnson, Dunna Did It, and Sidney Diongzon, for their hot takes on filmmaking and photography.
0:00 - Are You Ready?
0:29 - Flo Ngala, Chris Brockhurst, and Chelsea Northup
2:16 - What’s in the Box
2:54 - Ira Block, Gabriela Gabrielaa, and Matt Johnson
5:05 - Engraving
5:23 - David Zhou, Dimitry Mak, and Samuel Ray
6:55 - Dunna Did It, Michael Hollender, and Sidney Diongzon
8:43 - Kyle Meshna,
by Luke Rollins · Posted
There’s a paradox lying at the heart of astrophotography: nighttime exposures demand long shutter speeds, but their extended duration turns star points into light trails. The entire genre is downstream from this problem, making it one of the most accessory-intense endeavors a photographer can undertake. Whether you’re looking to build a cutting-edge setup from scratch or just need a few final pieces to take it to the next level, here’s a look at the
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
There’s an old adage that gear doesn’t make the picture, it’s the photographer. This is partly true. A super-telephoto prime with a fast aperture will make quick work of busy backgrounds, and the faster focusing systems of high-end full-frame cameras will more easily track a bird’s eye in some of the most challenging lighting conditions. But there’s another factor to consider. At the heart of the image is a creative eye and technical proficiency. High-end camera gear only serves a purpose once you know what you’re doing.
In this guide, we’re
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Tether Tools is proud to announce their versatile AeroTrac Workstation system, a compact and foldable workstation designed to meet the needs of on-the-go creators. This highly customizable system makes use of cold shoe compatible tracks, enabling the seamless attachment of accessories that secure laptops and peripherals to the top and bottom of the plate and mount assorted accessories like LED Lights, transmitters, articulated arms, and so much more.
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
This holiday season, we’re looking at fun and affordable lenses for your mirrorless systems. There will be both unique lenses and some overlap thanks to the vast number of third-party lenses hitting the market for all major brands. In this guide, we’re covering lenses for the Canon RF Mount. From ultra-wide-angle lenses suited for landscapes and architectural images to super telephoto ones for sports and wildlife, we’ll be covering a variety of
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Whether you’re interested in photography or a semi-experienced beginner looking to upgrade your gear, this is a guide to the essentials you need to build a complete camera kit for any budget. But what do we need in a basic kit? Of course, you can’t take photos without a camera and lens, but we’re looking to help you take your photography to the next level. To do this, we’ll need other staples like a tripod, flash, and select filters to enhance our image taking abilities.
The Basics
When building a kit, there’s more to consider than just the
by Luke Rollins · Posted
Despite film being “dead,” there’s still a surprising number of different and unique films to choose from in 2025, ranging from the classics from the major manufacturers to some more creative films from up and coming, smaller brands.
Here’s an overview of the current black and white films available right now.
Kodak
It’s hard not to start with mother Kodak in an article like this, with all of the history—the ups and downs—Kodak
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The joy of sports often transcends the field of play, into the stories beyond the game. Join Sony Artisan of Imagery and dynamic storyteller Jean Fruth as she shares the stories behind some of her favorite images, both on and off the field.
0:00 - Intro
1:20 - Yankee Stadium
9:10 - Will Ferrell
12:58 - Grassroots
17:12 - Emotion
23:09 - Kora
24:29 - Blue Jays vs Orioles
30:25 - Overseas baseball
37:38 - Watching your background
42:09 - Jean's bucket list shot
45:26 - World Baseball Classics 2023
51:22 - Woman in baseball
35:10 - Street
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Portraiture: It’s one of the most popular and prevalent forms of photography. Although it may seem simple on paper, it comes with its own unique obstacles. Of course, you’ll want to be familiar with your gear. This is essential to all working photographers, but it allows you to focus your efforts on the genre-specific challenges you’ll face.
When photographing people, you’ll find that some folks are photogenic, while others are not. Your job as a photographer is to break down the barriers set by your clients and to put them in the most
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Landscapes and wildlife are among the most challenging subject matter to capture well with a camera. Wildlife is unpredictable and despite your best efforts, will not respond to posing instructions. Landscapes are stationary but at the mercy of available light and weather conditions. All that being said, it is the unpredictable nature of landscape and wildlife photography that has earned these genres a very large, very dedicated, and very passionate following. The dedication of these photographers can make finding the right gift all the more