Testing Adobe's New Super Resolution on Heavily Cropped Images: What Are the Results?

Adobe recently brought out a new feature called Super Resolution, which can increase the resolution of your images by up to four times. I tested this feature out on some heavily cropped images I'd recently edited. The results were fantastic. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)
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One-Light Product Photography

Given the global pandemic of COVID-19 (and the year that shall not be named), I very quickly found out that I am indeed, contrary to previously held opinions, an extrovert (and not an introvert). But given the situation, I wasn’t photographing people. What could I make that would work well with the images I already create? I do quite a bit of fashion and beauty work, so why not products that go with those? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ali Choudhry)
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Micro Four Thirds Is Dead? Well, Not for Me

It’s often read and repeated: Micro Four Thirds is dead! Olympus’ camera department has been sold and full frame mirrorless is currently ruling the game. Am I the only one who doesn’t care? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nils Heininger)
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How to Predict the Most Important Factor for Incredible Forest Photography

There are many things you need to consider when you do forest photography. However, there is one special factor that gives that extra spice to your forest scenes. In this video, I will show you how to get it. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mads Peter Iversen)
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What Are the Correct Camera Settings for Landscape Photography?

One of the best parts about landscape photography is that you can create a variety of different shots of the same scene just by varying your settings. If you are new to landscape photography, this fantastic video tutorial will show you how to choose the proper camera settings for your photos. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
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Photo Of The Day By Gene Putney

Photo By Gene Putney Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Feels Good!” by Gene Putney. Location: Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. “On a late June afternoon, I came across some Rocky Mountain cow elk with calves,” explains Putney. “They were bedded down in the treeline resting. I waited for them to hopefully get up to eat before last light for some photo opportunities. They finally accommodated me and when this calf first got up from its afternoon slumber it immediately started to do some stretching exercises. This image is one of my favorites from that afternoon.” Want to get your images in the running for a Photo of the Day feature? Photo of the Day is chosen from various galleries, including...
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Can the 16-Year-Old Nikon D200 Keep Up With the Modern Z 7?

No doubt, cameras have made remarkable progress in the last few decades, and modern bodies can do some incredible things. How far have we come? This interesting video compares the Nikon D200 to the Z 7 and shows us that while we have made huge progress in some ways, in other ways, things have not changed all that much. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
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Why Your Kit Lens Is Better Than You Think (With 18-55mm Examples)

The post Why Your Kit Lens Is Better Than You Think (With 18-55mm Examples) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Andrew S. Gibson. If you’re like most photographers, your first “serious” camera came with a kit lens, probably a standard, 18-55mm option. But is a kit lens worth keeping? Is it capable of taking great images? Or should you immediately upgrade to a more expensive option? That’s what I aim to address in this article. I’m going to show how a kit lens, despite its shortcomings, can get you stunning images (and I give plenty of examples along the way!). I’m also going to give you a few quick tips for working with an 18-55mm lens. Let’s...Kit lens better than you think magazines
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Why Lightroom ‘cloud’ Doesn’t Have Printing

Last week during The Wildlife Photography Conference I did a session on “How to print your wildlife photos” and it, of course, centered on Lightroom Classic being your printing tool. Its print module is one of the best parts of Classic, and ever since it was introduced I totally stopped printing from within Photoshop altogether. It’s that much better. However, during the conference my #1 most-asked question was: “Where are these features in Lightroom [cloud]?” I had to give them the bad news — there is no print module in Lightroom ‘cloud’ and the only way to make a print there is to email the photo you want printed to a photo lab. There’s not even a print command in Lightroom...🙂
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Tighten Up Your Compositions

While growing up, there was a very popular dance song called “Tighten Up.” A line from it is, “Everything will be outta sight, come on and tighten it up.” These lyrics can make you a better photographer! How, you ask? The answer is actually quite simple. Literally, it’s simple. The word simple comes from the Latin, simplus. Its English translation means “plain, basic, uncomplicated in form or design; without much decoration or ornamentation.” When it comes to photography, simplicity is my approach. I don’t make it complicated, especially when it relates to composition. The more cluttered the image, the harder it is for the viewer to discern the subject from the chaos. Simply stated, reduce the composition to its basics and...
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The Best of the Best: A Review of the Canon EF 200mm f/2L IS USM Lens

Few lenses create images as instantly magical as the Canon EF 200mm f/2L IS USM. So, how does this beast perform? Check out this great video review to find out. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
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How to Make On-Camera Flash Look Natural

Photographers generally avoid on-camera flash whenever they can, but there are situations in which you will not have another option. For those situations, there are certain things you can do to make the light look more natural, and this helpful video tutorial will show you what they are. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
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What Do Photographers Mean When They Say Highlights Are Clipped?

As you get into shooting and editing, you will probably hear photographers talk about blown-out or clipped highlights and shadows. What does it mean to clip something and how does it affect your shooting and editing? This short and easy-to-follow video tutorial will show you what you need to know. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)
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The Viral Web App That Brings Old Photographs To Life With Animation

A heritage website has found fame for its web app that can animate old photographs to bring the dead briefly back to life. But how effective and realistic is it? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)
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Is the Canon EOS R1 Going To Be a Technological Leap Forward?

Unless you've been living under a rock, you've probably heard about the mirrorless successor to the Canon EOS 1D X Mark III, rumored to be called the Canon EOS R1. Some might even say outlandish or silly rumors. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mike Dixon)
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Choose Colors Deliberately for Extraordinary Photos

There are a bunch of different ways to make your photos stand out: great light, gorgeous model, amazing locations, idealized retouching, but one that is often overlooked in favor of these less subtle approaches is color. We photographers tend to schedule a shoot, show up, capture what's there, and pat ourselves on the back for our genius, but what goes into the shoot before we schedule it can be just as important to the end result as what we do with our lights or our camera. Let's look at an example from my work for Lifetime. No lights. No reflectors. Just color. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Braxton Wilhelmsen)
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Why Is the Leica M6 Such a Popular Camera?

The Leica M6 is a classic film camera that’s going to set you back well over two grand before you even attach a lens to it. What is it about this camera that makes it so desirable? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Andy Day)
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Do Photographers Need a Graphics Tablet for Editing Photos?

The short answer is no, you don't need one; however, they do make some jobs not just easier but more enjoyable. Not all tablets are created equal, though, so this photographer gives his take on a brand you might not have heard of before. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mike O'Leary)
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Photo Of The Day By Timothy Van Minnick

Photo By Timothy Van Minnick Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Bariki’s Leopard” by Timothy Van Minnick. Location: Serengeti National Park. “While on safari in Tanzania several years ago, I had the good fortune to hire an expert guide named Bariki Laiser,” says Minnick. “He was very excellent at finding and identifying wildlife. Bariki knew I was there for photography, not just to see the animals, and he always tried to position the land cruiser in the ideal position for the light. In the Serengeti, we had seen lion and cheetah up close but no leopard. They are uncommon and often difficult to find. We were searching down a lonely track when Bariki stopped the vehicle, peered ahead and then said,...
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Struggling To Get Commercial Clients?

It can seem like a game of who you know and chance as to if you are the photographer chosen for a job. If you find yourself frustrated that photographers more expensive than you and not as good as you are getting the gig, this could help. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Scott Choucino)
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