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The choice of a lens can be a critical decision to make on the field. Your choice of lens can affect the way the story is told through the image. Photographer Joe McNally breaks down some of his work and goes in depth on what lens he used and how he got the shot.
0:00 - Intro
5:17 - Old lenses compared to newer ones
10:15 - Long lenses
17:19 - Wide-angle lenses
27:23 - Longer lenses for portraits
32:35 - Working for National Geographic
37:23 - Working with Nikon testing their new lenses
52:48 - Photographing corporate jobs
1:09:16 - The
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Photographers of all types will walk away with a repeatable formula built on a foundation of storytelling and composition, resulting in successful matchday shoots. Plus, New York City FC club photographer Tommie Battle joins Joe and shares his experiences photographing soccer's biggest game.
0:00 - Intro
1:40 - Gear that matters
2:37 - What your camera needs for you to succeed
6:28 - Joe's process
12:09 - Photographing all levels of sport
13:40 - Bad lighting tests your ability
17:20 - Love when it rains
19:45 - Composition
26:17 - Details
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Recording work and data in the form of thousands of pictures or hours of video is made possible by compact memory cards. These devices are the standard for photo and movie storage, saving and protecting your files until you can transfer them safely to a more permanent home on your computer or external hard drive. They are available in an array of different types, with a broad range of capacities and data-transfer
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Are accessories essential to completing a look? As a camera store, we're not exactly fashion experts. That said, we can confidently say that certain photo accessories are essential to getting the most out of your compact cameras. In this guide, we're looking at the must-have accessories that every compact camera owner should own—from absolute necessities to the more stylish options. Let's get started.
Memory Cards
When unboxing a point-and-shoot camera, expect to find a camera, battery, wrist strap, and a charger. What's usually not included
by Luke Rollins · Posted
What is it about the 2000s look that is so compelling right now? One could chalk it up to the eternal recurrence of 20-year nostalgia cycles, of which the retro digicam revival would be yet another instance. But this kind of historicism elides the character of what is missed, and why its retrieval is attempted in the first place.
Smartphone bad; we know this. Rejecting the smartphone, however, does not immediately lead one to retro digicams. One could just as easily move toward the nostalgia of film as toward the competent excellence of today
by Luke Rollins · Posted
It’s 2026, and we no longer have to pretend that film is dead; film is very much alive, with a robust number of film stocks available to try out, ranging from the classics to new and 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, and with all the history—the ups and
by Luke Rollins · Posted
By now, the film resurgence has eclipsed its charming underdog status to become a full-blown front in what has become an all-out, open revolt against the smartphone and its visual aesthetics. What distinguishes the “film look” from the digital—texture, material imperfections, color magic, and the analog halo of yesteryear—comes at a price tag as resurgent as the medium itself.
Despite the contradiction (or perhaps because of it), the pursuit of the film look in a digital format has become something of a cottage industry, with manufacturers,
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Taking photos has never been easier, whether you're using a smartphone, point-and-shoot, or mirrorless camera. It's a fact that no matter where we go, we almost always have some form of camera on hand, and while the opportunity for image making has changed, what hasn't changed is what makes a photo good.
The simple answer is photography composition, or the arrangement of elements in your frame. This concept can be confusing as all art subjective. That said, think of movies and music and how certain combinations of sounds and storytelling
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What makes a Neumann microphone sound like a Neumann? And how did the company’s microphones become a staple of recording studios around the world? Andrew travels to Neumann’s headquarters in Berlin to explore the history, engineering, and philosophy behind some of recording’s most iconic microphones.
00:00 - The Microphones You’ve Heard Your Entire Life
01:49 - Discovering the Neumann Sound
03:00 - What Makes Neumann Microphones Special?
03:34 - How Neumann Got Started
04:37 - How the Classic Mics Evolved
06:12 - What Is the “Neumann Sound”?
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
If you’re a longtime FL Studio Pro, you know that it doesn’t function quite like any other DAW on the market, meaning that mapping parameters to a standard controller can be a tedious venture. The Novation FLKey Series of MIDI keyboard controllers fixed this issue by matching their hardware to the exact software design of FL Studio, working seamlessly together right out of the box.
Novation FLpad USB MIDI and FLpad Mini USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
Well, now
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Soyuz has announced a reissue of their well-regarded Soyuz 1973 FET Condenser Microphone with the limited-edition Soyuz Deluxe 1973 Red Velvet, coming in a sleek, new red-and-white housing with custom shockmount and oak suitcase, all of which are reminiscent of the confectionary of the same name—and only forty Soyuz 1973 Red Velvet units will be produced worldwide.
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For those who believe the world of elite fashion photography is not within reach—we’ve got a story for you! In this week’s podcast, we explore the career trajectory and core values fueling the rise of fashion & beauty specialist Enrique Vega.
Above Photograph © Enrique Vega
Hailing from a small town in Mexico, Enrique built essential skills by assisting a local wedding and event photographer, then set his sights on New York City. After knocking on the door of his sole professional contact, he worked his way from unpaid intern to first
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Photographing an osprey diving for a fish is one of the most exciting challenges in bird photography. In this video, Matt heads into the field to share his approach to finding and photographing ospreys, from choosing the right position and camera settings to tracking a fast-moving bird through a dive.
00:00 - How to Photograph Osprey
00:44 - Where to Find Osprey
01:14 - Photographing Osprey Responsibly
02:09 - Positioning Yourself for the Shot
03:05 - -Capturing an Osprey Catching a Fish
04:00 - Best Camera Settings for Osprey
05:03 - How to
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Ever wonder what waveform, false color, zebras, or focus peaking actually do? In this video, Sidney breaks down the camera monitoring and assist tools that can help you get more accurate exposure, nail focus, and properly frame your shots while filming.
00:00 - What Are Camera Monitoring Tools?
00:16 - Understanding IRE 00:39 Histogram
01:17 - Waveform
02:26 - Zebra Patterns
03:14 - False Color
03:46 - Focus Magnification
04:09 - Focus Peaking
04:42 - Frame Guides & Aspect Ratios
05:12 - Final Thoughts
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Recording violin, viola, cello, or even a full string quartet at home doesn’t require a world-class studio. Join Andrew as he breaks down how to capture natural, detailed string recordings with microphone choices and placement techniques for both solo and ensemble, all from his living room. We'll even check out how to fake a larger ensemble with a string quartet. You'll be surprised at the results.
0:00 - Intro
0:19 - How String Instruments Produce Sound
2:02 - Mic Placement Suggestions
3:04 - Recommended Mic Types for Strings
3:40 -