DSLR Cameras
Over the past fifteen years, we have seen the rise of the digital camera and the general abandonment of film cameras, with many photographers giving them away or just leaving them to collect dust. It’s also true that with digital cameras, we tend to replace rather than repair, either due to costs associated with the repair or the fact that digital cameras have significantly improved, generation to generation. This has led to a demise of the once-common camera repair shops that dotted most major cities or suburban strip malls. But of course,
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Interested in night photography? Want a deep dive into the types of cameras that are best suited to this genre? You are in luck! Educator, author, and co-founder of National Parks at Night, Gabriel Biderman is here to give us a seriously detailed look at some of the most popular cameras for night photography. Biderman talks about megapixel counts, sensitivity ranges, and other concerns photographers may have while providing numerous examples and comparisons. Read more about night photography
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In this B&H video, National Parks at Night workshop leader Gabriel Biderman braves the elements to share valuable tips about setting up your camera for night photography. Starting with a photograph shot in program mode, Biderman explains how choosing manual mode at night allows you to explore the variables of ISO, aperture, and shutter speed for ultimate control.
Next, with his camera set to manual, Biderman demonstrates how adjusting your shutter speed can be used to emphasize moving elements in a long exposure image. Similarly, he
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The modern digital SLR is a joy in the hands of the experienced photographer, but the incredible range of features, settings, and capabilities can sometimes seem a little overwhelming to many of us. In today’s two-hour session, Canon USA’s Rudy Winston walks through every menu setting, using the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV as an example camera. You'll get plain-English insight into each setting, how and when you might apply it, and what some of the possible
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We’re not even two months into 2019 and there have already been several announcements for new cameras, lenses, and even a new format for a major camera manufacturer. On this week’s episode of the B&H Photography Podcast, we list the many new announcements and, along with our guests, Shawn Steiner and Andrea Ortado, offer any insights we have in terms of specs, hands-on comparisons, and general opinions.
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When it comes to festivities, few can compare to the parades and fun of Mardi Gras, in New Orleans, Louisiana. The sights, sounds, smells, sticky stuff on the ground, and world-class people-watching make the entire event a spectacle that lends itself to rich and colorful photography—especially at night!
Nighttime photography at Mardi Gras is all about one thing: motion. A Mardi Gras parade is only semi-static when a float-pulling tractor breaks down on the parade route, but, even then, things are in motion; beads are still flying, people are
Single-digit temperatures are not fun. Snow days are, however, a great time to capture the fun of winter. The usual problems arise when you start traveling out into the wet and chilly world of winter—not all cameras are perfectly equipped to be operated either in these extreme conditions or with gloves. Here you’ll find a collection of solid systems that will survive a blizzard.
Olympus OM-D E-M1X
Surprising us with this pro-oriented release, the
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It has been a fabulous year for the B&H Photography Podcast, with an incredibly diverse set of topics we discussed, and guests we welcomed. The podcast team is very thankful to those who gave their time to talk about our shared passion, and to the listeners who join us every week, and those who chime in with comments
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Why do your photos suck? Lots of reasons, probably. In all seriousness, though, photographer David Flores gives some great tips on how to shoot properly to prevent your photos from being less than desirable. Be sure to drop by BandH.com for more videos, informational articles, and more.
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It is that time of year, when we chat about the cameras that have been announced in 2018 and toss in some commentary by our in-house experts. We also make time for our favorite new lenses and a few accessories and miscellaneous pieces of gear. At the end of the show, we’ll go around the room and offer our thoughts on each of our favorite cameras from this year.
While we already touched upon the new
Digital photography has made cameras a lot more complicated and, once we tacked on video, we entered a whole new world. The latest mirrorless cameras and DSLRs are incredibly capable video-making machines, with 4K recording at up to 60 frames per second. Some even offer advanced modes that bump the specs up to 10-bit over HDMI, have different sampling options including 4:2:0 and 4:2:2, and there are plenty with logarithmic, or log gamma profiles. Coming to video from a still-photo background can mean all these settings can be quite
Winter may not be here just yet, but it is starting to feel like it. Once the weather turns cold and stays there, it can be difficult to find the motivation to go out and take photos. Many would take this time to relax, organize their hard drives and studio, and clean up their gear. I want to recommend that you try tethering to keep your creativity pumping, even though you are stuck indoors.
Essential Accessories
For many, the tools needed to shoot tethered are likely already in your possession. This includes a camera,
Great customer service reigns supreme at B&H as our knowledgeable product specialists help you navigate a vast sea of available options to pick the right gear for your needs. Their product knowledge and passion for practical solutions shine through in every interaction, whether it’s via online chat, by phone, or in person, at our midtown Manhattan store. We recently asked some of our photo, video, lighting, mobile, and surveillance experts for top product suggestions. Here are a few of their favorites.
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There’s nothing like the holidays and the impending new year to get you thinking about your goals. And in a world where influencers and media personalities are living large while they create content for the masses, you may find yourself wanting to cash in on that hobby of yours. The estimated 532.43 billion-dollar cosmetics industry, which is also expected to surpass 805.61 billion by 2023, is a great niche to jump on if beauty really is your thing. All it
Nikon dazzled this year with huge announcement after huge announcement. Clearly focusing on the high-end market for 2018, Nikon impressed photographers with a pair of sophisticated telephoto lenses for its F-mount SLR system, along with a solid foundation for the company’s exciting new mirrorless system.
Nikon F Lenses
Clearly not letting its SLR cameras wane in the light of mirrorless cameras, Nikon released two exciting and extremely innovative telephoto options this year. At the beginning of 2018, the company unveiled what could possibly be