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Efficiency is the name of the game with the Sony BURANO. Jabari Holder discusses how this camera compares to others in Sony's cinema line. Additionally, he shares his experience working with the BURANO on set and in post.
0:00 - In This Video
0:34 - BURANO vs.
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Consistent messaging in today’s marketplace is more important than ever before. Join Sony Artisan of Imagery Monica Sigmon for this in-depth look at how what we show, say, and share have an enormous impact on what we sell.
0:00 - Introduction
2:19 - About SigmonTaylor Studios
4:44 - How to Market Yourself as a Photographer
12:29 - Building Your Brand
20:58 - The Values of Authenticity
26:13 - Top 5 Marketing Mistakes
34:45 - 10 Ways to Market Your Portraits
50:10 - Consistency in Everything You Deliver
53:36 - Final Thoughts
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Are you interested in landscape photography, but don't want to lug around heavy lenses? Join Sony Alpha ambassador Mahesh Thapa as he explains the numerous benefits of using Sony’s high-quality f/4 lenses for landscape photography.
0:00 - Introduction
2:30 - When Thapa Started to Use f/4 Lenses
4:52 - Why Use f/4 Lenses?
11:24 - What About Astrophotography?
13:34 - Then vs. Now
21:11 - Ultralight Full-Frame and APS-C Lenses
28:20 - Why Consider Lenses Faster Than f/4?
31:42 - Q&A
What lenses do you typically use? Let us know in the
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The classic 24-70mm has some competition. Sony has just revealed an alternative in the standard zoom space with the release of the FE 24-50mm f/2.8 G Lens. Within Sony’s lineup, this new full-frame offering packs a wide-to-normal zoom range and a fast, constant f/2.8 aperture into a compact form factor—effectively splitting the difference between the hefty 24-70mm f/2.8 GM and lightweight 20-70mm f/4 G.
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Sony Artisan, National Geographic Photographer, and marine conservationist Andy Mann has captured challenging and remote places such as Frans Josef Land near the Arctic and the coral reefs in Fiji. In this video, learn how he became a photographer on his initial mountain climbing adventures in Colorado and see how his images help tell the stories of Earth's diverse environments.
0:00 - Introduction
0:55 - Why Photograph These Remote Places?
3:30 - Career Beginnings
12:39 - Climbing in the Marquesas Islands
15:42 - Wildlife in Frans Josef Land
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Join Nate Luebbe and Autumn Schrock as they edit images they've made in the great outdoors. Luebbe shares his workflow for editing wildlife photos in Lightroom Classic, while Schrock shares her workflow for editing astrophotos in Photoshop.
0:00 - Introduction
0:31 - Landscape Panorama
7:42 - Wildlife Photos
14:09 - Milky Way Photo
28:43 - Moon Photo
36:48 - Final Thoughts How do you edit your photos?
Share your own tips in the Comments section, below.
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How do you locate the Milky Way in the sky? What is the best phase of the moon to photograph? How do you focus your lens in the dark? Astrophotography is magical yet challenging. Luckily, Autumn Schrock (@autpops) is here to be your guide to capturing the night sky.
0:00 - Introduction
1:35 - Preparation and Planning
4:42 - Camera Settings
11:56 - Reflection Image
14:38 - Composition
15:34 - Barn Image
16:38 - Car Trails/Long Exposure
18:40 - The Possibilities
Did you find these tips helpful? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
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The Sony a9 III makes it possible to sync your flash at any shutter speed (even up to 1/80000 of a second)! Matt Zefi explains how the a9 III's global shutter allows you to freeze the action.
0:00 - Introduction
0:11 - Rolling vs. Global Shutter
1:26 - What do you think?
What do you think of the a9 III? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
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Nate Luebbe (@nateinthewild) has an understanding of animal behavior that allows him to go beyond the typical snapshot. Join him in the field as he uses his knowledge of wildlife to inform his choice of gear, settings, and composition.
0:00 - Introduction
1:06 - Behavior and Storytelling
5:17 - Bison (Gear and Composition)
9:25 - Elk and Foxes (Camera Settings: Continuous Shooting, Shutter Speed, ISO, Aperture)
16:16 - Bears (Crop)
20:48 - Why Luebbe is a Nature Photographer
22:00 - How to Improve
What are your tips for wildlife photography
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Join time-lapse expert Andrew Geraci as he delves into the exciting world of new age time-lapse techniques for the social-media era. Geraci shares his vast knowledge and cutting-edge insights for creating visually stunning time-lapse videos that captivate audiences in the fast-paced world of social media.
0:00 - Introduction
3:00 - About Andrew Geraci
5:18 - Time-Lapse Options
12:23 - Challenges
19:48 - How to Make Money with Time-Lapse Photography
23:13 - Camera Settings
25:30 - Picking Locations
28:41 - Stand Out
31:48 - Solutions
36:17 -
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Autumn Schrock is inspired by the moon and its beauty. The different moon phases or times of day, as well as composition, can affect your photo’s story. Schrock explains how to take all these elements into consideration when photographing the moon, as well as how to strike the balance between planning (using apps like PhotoPills) and improvising in the field.
0:00 - Introduction and Schrock’s Work
1:58 - Storytelling
3:47 - Schrock's Tips
6:20 - Planning and Photographing
8:56 - Camera Settings
10:26 - Gear and Composition
11:31 - Schrock's
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Join Sony Alpha Collective member Nate Luebbe in the field at Grand Teton National Park. Learn about his approach to landscape photography, his tips on finding unique compositions, and his advice for photographing in a National Park.
0:00 - Introduction
0:43 - Dissecting Your Scene
4:54 - Adding a Human Element
6:14 - Luebbe's Gear Advice
7:45 - Panorama
8:05 - Camera Settings (Aperture)
9:10 - More On-Location Tips
12:30 - What's Next?
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Before you head into nature to take photos, you must first plan and pack to the best of your ability. Luebbe and Schrock share advice on how to prepare for weather and how to plan your image bucket list. Plus, they answer the age-old question: “What’s in my camera bag?”
0:00 - Introduction
1:07 - Planning and Research
6:01 - Schrock's Gear
9:51 - Luebbe’s Gear
16:46 - What's Next?
What do you bring when planning an outdoor shoot? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
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Join Matt Zefi in the field as he focuses the Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 lens to take photos of birds. Stay tuned for all the tips he shares along the way!
0:00 - Introduction
0:25 - Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 Specs
0:59 - Shutter Speed
1:42 - Eye Autofocus
2:04 - Long Exposure
2:41 - Auto ISO
3:18 - APS-C/Crop Mode
4:09 - With 2x Teleconverter
4:44 - Final Thoughts
Are you a fan of the Sony FE 300mm f/2.8? Let us know in the Comments section,
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In Part 3 of this four-part Introduction to Photography series, Sony Artisan of Imagery Tony Gale breaks down the principles of composition.
0:00 - Introduction
3:12 - Composition: Why and How to Frame a Photo
7:24 - What Are You Trying to Say in Your Photos?
9:06 - What's in the Frame?
15:41 - Composing In-Camera
19:24 - Balance, Symmetry, Reflection, and Repetition
20:21 - Edges of the Frame/The Form of Elements in the Frame
27:35 - Lens Choice
31:24 - Finding the Angle
27:26 - Rule of Thirds, Leading Lines, and Framing
41:15 - Camera Tools