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by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
Many budding sports and wildlife photographers dream of larger and larger lenses that get them closer to the action while letting in more light—allowing blazing-fast, action-freezing shutter speeds that capture priceless moments on the field or out in the field. But, with long lenses comes the increased chance of camera shake due to the extreme focal lengths. How do we combat physics here? Well, if you are entering the world of the
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
Gift shopping for photographers is easy—especially with B&H Photo and all our holiday gift guides. But, if you have a night photographer in your life, you might have noticed that they are, by the nature of the craft, equipped with a lot of the gear they need to get shots after dark. Because they likely suffer from a nighttime strain of Gear Acquisition Syndrome (G.A.S.), the gift shopper is left with limited options. Never fear, however, here are a few ideas with the specific needs and wants of the night photographer in mind!
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by Tim Ireland · Posted
Your camera bag is the heart of your photography day out, but it's not just about cameras and lenses. To elevate your photography game, consider these sometimes overlooked accessories and tools that can make a world of difference. From practical gadgets to creative aids, here are some must-have items you didn't know you needed in your camera bag.
Flashlight or Headlamp: A flashlight or headlamp is a versatile source
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
If you want to cover all your bases, you only need three lenses: a wide-angle zoom, a standard zoom, and a telephoto zoom. This set is so practical that every major manufacturer has its own holy trinity of zooms. Sony happens to have two—one G Master set with f/2.8 apertures and a G series with f/4 apertures. You can’t go wrong with either, or mixing and matching for that matter, but let’s take a closer look at these two lens trinities and see which one is best for you.
What Lenses are in the Trinity?
Even though many photographers know
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
The holiday season is starting to ramp up, but with Thanksgiving in a few days, things were quiet this week. We still have a couple of announcements worth mentioning, though. Among these is a collaboration between Nomatic and well-known creator Peter McKinnon to develop the stylish LUMA camera bag collection. Also, Atlas Lens Co. fleshes out its
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Shopping for a drone pilot this holiday season? Check out our list of must-have drone accessories and gift ideas. Whether you’re shopping for a first-time flyer or a veteran pilot, these products are sure to please the drone-lover in your life.
Spare Parts
Piloting a drone can be as exciting as it is perilous. Trees, waterfalls, rocks: They’re fun to fly around, but a total bummer (and sometimes catastrophic) to fly into. To avoid a premature and possibly permanent grounding, be sure to keep plenty of
by Mos Khan · Posted
Photographers on the move need a laptop with enough power to enable quick turnaround on projects and enough space to avoid getting bogged down by a photo library. Whether you're a professional photographer or just getting started, having a machine that can provide the kind of performance you need is essential. While photo editing isn't as resource intensive as video editing, having a laptop with a lot of processing power will make your workflow much smoother and save you a ton of time. Of course, there are other factors to consider as well and
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
The end of October brings Halloween and the beginning of the holiday season. B&H has just launched our Holiday Head Start along with a series of Holiday Shopping Guides. And with two big announcements from Canon and Apple this week, we still have product launches to discuss.
Canon took point on the photo and video side of things with the release of three very
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 Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
The neutral density (ND) filter is one of those tools that should be in almost every photographer’s camera bag. However, ND filters are mysterious to some, and many folks just don’t understand how, where, and when to use them. Beyond that, manufacturers seem to vary in their preferences as far as how they name ND filters—adding to the confusion. In this article, let us navigate the world of the ND filter together and see if we can make sense of the
by Rebecca Melville · Posted
2023 has been another banner year for vloggers. Not only did we see new releases from familiar faces like GoPro and Sony, but big-name camera brands like Canon and FUJIFILM wheeled out their own vlog-specific and vlog-friendly cameras, making content creation more accessible than ever. With vlogging on the rise and showing no signs of stopping, you might be interested in getting a vlogging camera for yourself.
The vari-angle rear LCD touchscreen is a must-have for most content creation and vlogging. Vari-angle touchscreens can twist and
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
Photographers and photo enthusiasts are some of the best people to shop for. Do you know why? Because there are a ton of things your shutterbug needs and wants to augment their pursuit of the ultimate photograph. And luckily, there are completely useful and thoughtful photography-related gifts available for any budget.
Let’s dive in.
1. Multitool
Eventually, everyone finds themselves in the field battling against a loose tripod, desperately using a penny or dime to tighten a screw (and potentially stripping both in the process). This is
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
When it comes to bird and wildlife photography, the one word you need to know is: telephoto! If you've ever tried to approach birds or wild animals (not too close, please!) you've likely noticed they usually don't take kindly to humans and fly or scamper off before you get close enough for a photograph. The magic of the telephoto lens allows you to get "up close" without getting… up close.
For birding and wildlife, getting closer usually means using lenses with a minimum 300mm focal length. We've all seen spectacular wildlife images by top
by Rebecca Melville · Posted
The best on-camera flash is more powerful, offers greater control, and facilitates more artistic and creative approaches to lighting than your standard built-in camera flash. No wonder the on-camera flash, or strobe, is one of the most indispensable accessories a photographer can buy.
But how do you know which flash is right for you? If you own a camera from a big-name manufacturer (e.g., Canon or Nikon), should you buy a flash from them?
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
What is the best lens focal length for photographing the total solar eclipse? Well, there really isn’t a correct answer to that question. There are many factors involved, so let’s outline some options for different types of cameras and budgets.
Above: The Hinode satellite X-ray telescope mission captures the January 6, 2011 solar eclipse. © JAXA/NASA.
Expedition 43 Flight Engineer Samantha Cristoforetti took a series of photographs