Mathew Malwitz

Matt is an award-winning wildlife photographer with a passion for all things nature. Before his time at B&H, Matt worked in the photo industry as a retail salesman, educator, and photo guide. When not out in the woods, he explores other genres of photography and the arts—everything from product and wedding photography to gouache painting and illustration. In his spare time, Matt enjoys bird watching and playing video games.

Latest Articles

Wildlife 101: Birds in Flight

6 months ago

If there’s one area of wildlife photography that challenges even some of the most consummate artists, it’s birds in flight. A dynamic flight shot shows action, and a bit of technical prowess. As you can imagine, capturing birds in flight is no easy feat. To consistently capture these shots, one must be proficient with their gear and have a knowledge of animal behavior. We’d go as far as to say…

Wildlife Photography

Bird Photography

Fujifilm Launches Hybrid Instant Cinema Camera

6 months ago

Fujfilm has unveiled the latest addition to their instant camera arsenal with the retro designed Instax mini Evo Cinema. This is the first instant video capable camera in the Instax line and a great 3-in-1 camera for the photo/video enthusiast. Fuji Instax mini Evo Cinema…

Instant Cameras

CES

Good Light for Wildlife Photography

6 months ago

When you first head out to take photos of wildlife, what’s the first thing you think of? If it’s not lighting, we’ve got news for you. Photography is, by definition, the capture of light on a light-sensitive surface. The word “photograph” is derived from Greek roots that translate to “drawing with light.” We can have the most expensive camera and lens combo, but without good light, we’ll never…

Wildlife Photography

Photography Lighting

Exposure 101: Intro to ISO

6 months ago

If you’ve been around photography for any length of time, you’ve probably heard of ISO. ISO is one of the three settings that determine our exposure in photography. These settings are collectively referred to as the exposure triangle. ISO is unique in this equation, and in this guide, we’re going to explore why. ISO can be referred to in two ways. It’s most commonly spoken as an abbreviation, but…

exposure

iso

Exposure 101: Intro to Shutter Speed

6 months ago

As we learn about exposure, we need to talk about shutter speed. Your camera’s shutter controls the duration of an exposure and is one of the three settings that determine the exposure of an image. Together, these settings are known as the exposure triangle. Where aperture controls the amount of light we allow to reach our imaging area, it is the duration of our exposure that will directly…

exposure

shutter speed

Exposure 101: Intro to Aperture

6 months ago

Aperture is one of the most significant settings in photography and also one of the first we should learn. It’s also one of the three settings collectively referred to as the exposure triangle that help to determine an image’s exposure. Much like the iris of the human eye, a lens’s aperture opens and closes to control the amount of light reaching a…

exposure

aperture

Nikon Reveals Flexible Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 Zoom Lens

6 months ago

Starting off 2026 on a strong note, Nikon has unveiled their latest lens for the Z system. The Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 is a flexible, carry-everywhere zoom designed with convenience in mind. At just 12.4 oz, this is one of the lightest zooms of its caliber in Nikons current…

Zoom Lenses

Mirrorless Cameras

Exposure 101: An Intro to Exposure

6 months ago

Photography is by definition, the capture of light on a light sensitive surface. That surface could be glass, tin, film, or a digital imaging sensor like those found in most modern cameras. The amount of light that reaches our light-sensitive surface is what we…

exposure

Camera Modes

Stabilizing Long Lenses with the SmallRig Carbon Fiber Monopod Lite

6 months ago

SmallRig has long been a staple of the run-and-gun video shooter's bag. Camera cages, base plates, and 15mm rod systems have been the brand’s bread and butter for years. Over time, more and more photo accessories began to fill out their lineup. Soon came tripods, and logically monopods. One of the latest additions to their arsenal is the…

Tripods & Monopods

Camera Tripods

Top Landscape Cameras

6 months ago

If renowned landscape photographer Ansel Adams were alive today, he would surely be astounded at the variety of cameras available. When compared to his hulking 8x10 view camera, today’s cameras look…

Landscape Photography

Mirrorless Cameras

Mirrorless Lenses

Holiday 2025

Small World, Big Detail: The Ultimate Macro Lens Buying Guide

6 months ago

We’ve all tried to photograph something up close. This small-scale world fascinates us all, whether it be a stunning flower or a bumble bee crawling about, but our cameras can’t seem to focus as close as we want. So, what is a struggling photographer to do? There are several ways to do close-up, or "…

Macro Photography

Close-Up

Macro Lenses

An Intro to Macro Photography

7 months ago

It is probably safe to say that many of us photographers have, either with our cameras or smartphones, tried to capture a close-up image of an insect, flower, toy, or other object. We have an idea of what we want this photograph to look like as we prepare to capture the image. We've seen and admired beautiful close-up images before but, when we nose the…

Macro Photography

Lenses & Accessories

RICOH Unveils the New GR IV HDF

7 months ago

RICOH has unveiled a new variant of their much sought-after point-and-shoot camera with the GR IV HDF. While looking largely the same, this unique model offers new features that give users more creative control and a new accessory hand strap.…

Point and Shoot Cameras

An Intro to Lighting Family Portraits

7 months ago

Good lighting is essential to creating a strong, visually pleasing image. This is as true for naturally lit outdoor shots as it is for studio portraits. For individual or even couples portraits, many photographers make use of on-camera flash or compact, battery-powered strobes to supplement natural light and fill shadows, but how do we situate these in the scene? What light shaping tools should…

Studio Lighting

Portrait Photography

Choosing Autofocus Modes

7 months ago

Back in the good old days, during the infancy of autofocus, you had two options when it came to autofocus: On or Off. Now, with advancements in technology, many cameras, even simple point-and-shoot cameras, have a dizzying array of high-tech autofocus modes to choose from. Honestly, they can be intimidating to even to the most experienced shooters. Before we dive in, be forewarned: almost…

Camera Technology