Photography Accessories
Recently, I tested the new Manfrotto 504X Fluid Head on a variety of tripod legs. This included a kit with the 645 FAST Twin Leg Aluminum Tripod and 2-in-1 Spreader, as well as swapping the head over to the 635 single-tube carbon fiber legs and putting that
It sure is hot out there… so let’s have some hot fun in the summertime with the B&H Summer Photo Challenge. Following up from the B&H At-Home Self-Portrait Sweepstakes earlier this spring, we’re now inviting you to step outside and show us your best pictures across these seven summer fun categories: Stay Cool, Sunset Silhouette, Summer Palette, What’s On Your Plate, Summer Nights, Summer Streets, and Summer Landscape.
The When
All you need to do to enter is prepare your favorite summer photos in the categories described below and
Camera gear protectors accomplish several goals. If you should accidentally drop or otherwise bump your camera or lens against a hard surface, depending on the particulars—including the degree and point of impact—camera protectors can minimize, if not prevent, serious damage or dents to your gear, and possibly spare you the time and expense of repairs. Depending on the product, many gear protective products offer varying degrees of added weather- and moisture proofing, which is important if you have a proclivity to photograph in inclement
SAFETY. It's a whole new world out there and, if you are reading this, chances are you've been working from home, or as it's come to be known—WFH. There are definitely pluses and minuses of WFH, but something many of us have had to grapple with is keeping our gear—and equally important, our data—safe in an environment that was most likely never intended to be a full or even part-time work center. And then there's the kids and pets factor. According to Murphy's Law, anything that can go wrong, will go wrong, and most likely at the worse time.
The phrase “dust and water resistant” has become so pervasive in the camera industry that it nearly comes as a given with any new camera or lens. Nobody wants to invest a considerable chunk of money on a camera only to have it melt in the rain like the Wicked Witch of the West. The same goes for dust, dirt, and sand—all of which share an unwavering attraction to camera equipment. But what does “dust and water resistant” mean? Each manufacturer has varying approaches to protecting its camera equipment depending on how it is expected to be used
The easiest dads to find Father’s Day presents for might just be photographers. For starters, there’s almost no end to the well-built and practical accessories they need or want for their cameras. Additionally, new lenses and cameras are always available, so a quick check of the Photography section on the B&H Photo Video website might be the best way to spark an idea for a gift. If not, I’ve asked several bona fide photographer dads and
Quickly mount your Nikon D780 to RRS clamps and most Arca-type compatible tripod heads with the Really Right Stuff Base Plate. The plate features anti-twist flanges to help prevent unwanted camera twisting. Photographers will appreciate the CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum construction, quick release functionality, and easy access to the battery compartment.
When my test sample of Lensbaby’s OMNI Creative Filter System with the OMNI Color Expansion Pack and OMNI Crystal Expansion Pack showed up at my desk, I decided to revisit
It’s true that keeping your equipment clean and in tip-top shape can be a chore, but it’s unfortunately a chore that everyone needs to take on at some point. Right now might just be the perfect time to take on the arduous tasks of giving your lenses a good cleaning, as well as maybe stepping up to the intimidating process of cleaning your sensor. Keeping both of these tools clean helps to ensure the highest image quality when you get back to shooting, and will also make your post-production life a bit more efficient. It’s also a good thing to
Control your DSLR or mirrorless camera remotely from your smartphone with the Unleashed Smartphone Remote, from Foolography. Available for select Nikon and Canon cameras, these remotes attach to the camera body via USB and then provide a 130' wireless range via Bluetooth for controlling the camera remotely using an iOS or
If wanderlust is starting to get the best of you, consider upgrading your camera gear before heading out on your next outdoor adventure.
1. Clean Your Gear
Your first order of business should be to make sure your camera bodies and lenses are clean and in proper working order. To learn more about cleaning and optimizing the performance of your cameras, camera sensors, lenses, and other photo essentials, refer to the tips I offer in
If you haven’t touched your cameras since the leaves turned color and fell from the trees, it’s time to break out your gear, clean it up, and get everything ready for a new season of picture taking. In case you haven’t noticed—spring is coming down fast! If you are an outdoor photographer and are thinking of ways to upgrade your gear, see my article Ten Ways to Upgrade Your Gear for Outdoor Photography.
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Like many photographers, I prefer being behind my camera to sitting in front of my computer. Any steps that I can take to minimize the amount of work needed in post, I make sure to incorporate into my shoots. One way that I do so is by choosing and lighting my backgrounds carefully. Evenly lit backgrounds have endless applications and are not hard to accomplish with the right tools and techniques. Here are some tips for getting consistent black, white, and color backgrounds straight out of camera.
For inky-black backdrops, choose a material
These are trying times for all. The spread of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, which causes COVID-19, has led governments to take drastic actions, put strains on businesses, and has affected all individuals in a personal way. It is incredibly important that we all do our part during this time. As photographers and filmmakers ourselves, we want to make sure that there are some key guidelines out there to help prevent the spread of the virus and keep everyone healthy and happy.
Do: Maintain Social Distancing
I’m hopeful you all have heard of social