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by Cory Rice · Posted
Whether you are shooting a fashion editorial, a wedding reception, or anything in between, on- and off-camera lighting can make a huge difference outdoors. Natural light is wonderful, but there are scenarios in which you simply cannot run the risk of an unexpected cloud or rapidly setting sun ruining your shot. This article introduces the gear and accessories necessary to be prepared outdoors always, no matter what
by Atane Ofiaja · Posted
If you’ve got any homeowners (or renters) on your shopping list this holiday season, consider gifting them a new piece of video surveillance equipment. Sure, video surveillance doesn’t exactly scream O Come, All Ye Faithful, but for anyone looking to keep a closer eye on carolers, it’ll be a much-appreciated gift. Here are some of our favorite video surveillance cameras to gift this holiday season.
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
When wedding, portrait, and event photos are required outside of the studio, you often need to bring portable lighting kits. As we all know, houses of worship and event spaces are rarely lighting friendly to the wedding shooter and portrait photographer. While we all wish we had enough hired help to lug full-sized lights and heavy C-stands to our locations, portable light kits help photographers get the shots their clients demand without requiring pack
by Rebecca Melville · Posted
Comfortable headphones are everywhere, but not all of them are comfortable for everything. You might want to combat your noisy neighbors by wearing headphones all day. You might need a good pair of headphones for intense workouts, or even headphones that you can wear to sleep. Regardless of your need, we have assembled a list of certifiably comfy headphones for a variety of uses, so let's take a look.
- Best headphones to wear all day: Sony WH-1000XM5 Over-Ear Headphones
- Best headphones for sleeping:
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
The holidays are here, which means it’s time to unfurl those shopping lists, unfreeze your credit cards, and cast aside any concerns about cost or consequence. However, if you’re not feeling so cavalier with your capital—fear not. We’ve compiled a list of 50 great gifts, all under $50. We’re talking stocking stuffers, high-quality bargain-buys, and all-around great gear for a price that won’t cause your credit score to V-fib.
Nothing’s worse than your phone (or tablet) dying while you’re out and about. That’s why the
by Rebecca Melville · Posted
As temperatures warm up and beautiful summer weather abounds, now is the perfect time to bring out the picnic blankets, cold drinks, and a couple of pals. Of course, you’re going to want music while you’re kicking it, and we have a couple of great portable speaker options to consider while you plan your first summer hang.
– Best Bluetooth Speaker Overall: Bose® SoundLink Revolve+™ II
– Best Compact Bluetooth
by Cory Rice · Posted
One of the leading trends in digital cameras over the past few years has been the development of advanced video capabilities in mirrorless and DSLR cameras. Features that could once only be found in costly cinema cameras now come standard in still cameras targeted toward hybrid photo-video content creators. Accompanying the interest in cameras able to create high-quality stills and videos has come a demand for lights that can be used for both purposes.
While on-camera flashes and strobes have long been the standard for photographers, the short
by Michael Antonoff · Posted
What is a projection screen and what is it used for?
A projection screen is a large reflective surface, usually white, that’s typically hung on a wall in a room at some distance in front of any type of digital or film projector for the purposes of entertainment, training, education, or sales presentation. Compared to a bare wall, a projection screen affords higher reflectivity, resulting in a brighter picture. A screen also bestows a more uniform image surface and truer color rendition. Still, there are special paints that can be