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by Luke Rollins · Posted
Pelican, maker of high-performance protective cases, is announcing the launch of its new Configurable Ruggedized All-terrain Transport Ecosystem (CRATE) hard cases, available in 45L and
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Photography can influence a dancer's understanding of their own artistry. Join photographer Gene Schiavone, dance writer Gavin Larsen, and dancer Kylie Edwards as they discuss the making of their recent photo book on the lives of ballet dancers.
0:00 - Intro
1:26 - Gene's photography background
7:31- Kylie's background
12:44 - Gavin's background
16:07 - Working together as photographer and dancer
24:35 - The book being a collaborative effort
27:51 - Dancer's emotions to seeing theirselves in the photos
33:36 - Image selection &
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There's no doubt that the C-800G is a legendary mic for vocals, especially for pop, R&B, and rap. But did you know that it sounds great from a wide range of sources? Join Andrew as he shows off the capabilities of Sony's flagship microphone on guitars, bass, Fender Rhodes, piano, drum room, and yeah, some vocals.
0:00 - In This Video
0:23 - Full Band Demo
1:32 - What Makes The C-800G Unique?
2:25 - Isolated Vocals
2:59 - Polar Patterns
3:22 - Isolated Acoustic Guitar
3:57 - Isolated Electric Guitar
4:35 - Isolated Fender Rhodes Suitcase
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
If you’re looking to get into home recording, you’ll need an audio interface. They all do essentially the same thing, so what matters is the number and types of input/output (I/O) they have. In the current market, every manufacturer is looking to set themselves apart from the competition and in this guide, we’ll go over some popular and affordable series of audio interfaces we have in stock at B&H and what to look for depending on what you’re trying to accomplish. Our picks clock in under $500 for the most part so you won’t have to sweat
by Luke Rollins · Posted
At first glance, studio photography and the compact camera may seem strange bedfellows. The type of work associated with the studio—still life, product photography, portraiture, macro photography—usually wants cameras with larger sensors and interchangeable lenses, especially in professional applications. Compact, point-and-shoot cameras, for their part, have their natural home in everyday, travel, nightlife, and street applications, where their discretion and size become virtues.
It might seem almost cruel to introduce the compact to the
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
When choosing binoculars or scopes, a term that should be heavily considered is "exit pupil." What is exit pupil, and what does it do? In optics, we're often focused on magnification and light-gathering capabilities, and these are essential for understanding how optics works, but overall viewing experience shouldn't be discounted.
If you look at any optic at arm's length, you'll see the small pinpoint sized window of
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Ever find yourself still struggling to make out a bird, even when your binoculars are trained directly on it? No matter how steady you hold yourself, you simply just don’t have the reach. You could get a stronger pair of binoculars, but these come with inherent drawbacks, such as stability issues and, of course, a heftier build. What’s our solution?
It’s only natural that after using a pair of binoculars, some birders will find that they yearn for more, and the only way to practically get more reach is to use a spotting scope. These are
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
It's only natural that after using a pair of binoculars, some birders will find that they yearn for more, and the only way to practically get more reach is to use a spotting scope. These are essentially terrestrial telescopes, using one optical path to magnify an even greater distance than our typical handheld optics can manage.
As covered in our guide to choosing a spotting scope, finding the right scope can be as
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Portrait photographer Susan Magnano explores how to take control of light in any environment using portable LED lights. Using Nanlite LEDs, you can transform ordinary scenes into compelling images in real time.
0:00 - Intro
1:15 - Benefits of continuous light
4:23 - Studio constraints
5:14 - Workflow
7:15 - Exposure
8:35 - Science of additive color
11:02 - Lighting gobos & split lighting
12:14 - Shutter drag
12:44 - Lights & tools being used
13:35 - Lighting setup & settings / Using gobos
32:49 - Creative traditional headshots
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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
At one point or another, you’re bound to hear someone say that you need to shoot in a RAW file format. There are advantages to this decision, from additional detail to better control over the look of our final image. But what exactly is a RAW file and what does it do for our photographs? In this guide, we aim to give you a better understanding of the RAW file and how to use it to our advantage.
What Is a RAW File?
RAW files, sometimes referred to as digital negatives, are the raw data recorded by your camera’s imaging sensor. This data is
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Featuring all of the capabilities of a traditional astrophotography rig, minus the bulk, the Seestar Pro series has long been a popular choice, even for novice users looking to capture images of the Sun, Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects. This trend continues with the latest addition to the line, the Seestar S50 Pro Smart Telescope.
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In part 2, Tony Gale demonstrates how to use flash by focusing on light placement and optimal camera and flash settings.
0:00 - Intro
3:10 - Directing a model
4:51 - Sony a9 iii (High speed sync)
12:00 - Adjusting flash & camera settings
23:01 - Adding an umbrella modifier
34:07 - Softboxes
48:35 - Adding light with reflectors
52:23 - Grid modifiers
1:00:40 - Tony's portrait process/li>
1:11:25 - Q&A
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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Westcott is on a roll. Literally! Say goodbye to the days of schlepping your gear through the park or wedding venue and move with style. Introducing the Westcott Photography Wagon, a tool made to easily transport gear all while saving your back. Let's look at some of the most notable features that set this wagon apart.
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Venus Optics has once again delivered a game changing tool for close focus with the Laowa Aksen 45mm and 17.5mm Coaxial Illumination lenses. These lightweight, ultra-macro lenses have a fixed focal distance and feature an innovative internal parfocal zoom system for easy magnification adjustments.
First up, let’s look at the 45mm f/2.8 1-5x Macro APO. As hinted at in the name, this
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
When it comes to converting and amplifying audio, these three terms are often used interchangeably, and to make things more confusing, audio interfaces and headphone amps can have DACs built into them.
But fear not dear reader, we’ve got the info you need to make the right choice! Here’s the rundown of these categories and when to consider them:
DAC (Digital-to-Analog-Converter)
What is a DAC?
A DAC is an audio component that takes the 1s and 0s of a digital audio signal and converts it into an audible analog signal that is coherent to the