The Viltrox 13mm f/1.4 lens is a thoughtfully designed super wide-angle lens for Fujifilm X-Mount cameras. Featuring a physical aperture ring, compact design, and solid construction, it is an excellent option for Fujifilm users. In this article and the accompanying video, I will share my experience using the 13mm primarily as a portrait lens. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)

Many creatives are on the go quite a lot, and as such, they want to be able to work whenever and wherever they are with enough power to tackle heavy photo and video tasks but not a lot of bulk. If you are looking for such a laptop, check out this great video comparison that will show you three of the best options in 2023. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It doesn't matter how many variables you match, when you pit creatives against one another, the results will invariably be distinct. In this video, five photographers all shoot the same models in the same location, and the results are exactly that: distinct. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Medium format cameras offer incredible image quality, and in recent years, they have become far more affordable. That being said, astrophotography has some pretty specific and extreme gear requirements. So, can medium format work for shooting the night sky? This insightful video takes a look at how it holds up. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Retouching hair can be a challenging and time-consuming process, but with the right knowledge and carefully practiced technique, you can avoid the frustration and improve the quality of your portraits. If you would like to make your portraits better, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you everything you need to know about retouching hair. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I got an opportunity to use the brand-new Canon RF 100-300mm f/2.8L IS USM zoom lens. This expensive and large zoom lens with a large aperture is even more amazing than I initially expected. In this article, I share my experience and thoughts on this lens from real-world use. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

When you think of Hollywood blockbusters, they're typically shot on Arris or other extremely high-end rigs. Well, this latest film to be garnering quite the audience wasn't filmed on anything of the sort and it still looks incredible. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

As we all know, livestreaming can be a very expensive adventure. If you want to go beyond streaming from mobile phones, which are great, by the way, you will need to spend money on some higher-end equipment. This is why we put together a list of the top eight cameras for livestreaming that will deliver high quality at low cost. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Illya Ovchar)

I’ve gotten the great pleasure of getting to spend the last two weeks with Nikon’s brand new, Z8 mirrorless camera. Here are a few reasons why this might be the camera for you. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Christopher Malcolm)

The warm glow of a sunrise or sunset can be a nice addition to a landscape image, but sometimes, the weather simply does not cooperate, and you are left with a rather plain sky. Luckily, it is not terribly difficult to add a nice, subtle warmth to the sky of such a photo. This great video tutorial will show you how to quickly and effectively do just that using only Lightroom. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

At $1,499, the Canon EOS R8 is not the cheapest full frame camera available, but it is certain on the more affordable side of things and offers a lot of features that make it a worthwhile upgrade. Is it the best affordable full frame camera on the market at the moment? This great video review takes a look. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

While a website is important, depending on what you shoot, an up-to-date Instagram account can be just as (or arguably more) important for providing a place for clients to find and contact you. If you would like to increase your bookings on Instagram, check out this fantastic video tutorial that shares five tips to help you do that, even if you do not have a lot of followers. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Canon Announces a Sub-$500 EOS R Camera, the EOS R100 appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Earlier this week, Canon officially unveiled the EOS R100, a compact, affordable RF-mount mirrorless camera “designed for new, first-time mirrorless…or existing interchangeable camera users who previously enjoyed EOS Rebel or EOS M cameras.” While the Canon EOS R series originally only featured full-frame cameras, the company has added a handful of APS-C models in recent months in an attempt to broaden the lineup’s appeal for hobbyists and beginners. Yet none of the APS-C RF-mount cameras have been as portable or budget-friendly as the newly announced EOS R100; Canon is hailing the R100 as “the smallest and lightest...

I’ll admit I was seduced by digital medium format, with its ridiculous resolution and that “medium format look.” It has been two years of full-time use. Do I still think it was worth it? Better yet, should you drop $10K+ for a medium format digital camera kit? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Joseph Ellis)

Landscape photography is a challenging genre that takes a combination of technical skill, creative vision, knowledge of the elements, and occasionally, a bit of luck. If you are new to the genre and looking to improve your work, check out this helpful video tutorial that details 10 common mistakes new landscape photographers make and how to fix or avoid them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post dPS Bi-Weekly Photo Challenge – Hard Light vs Soft Light appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. For the next two weeks your challenge is to make TWO photos! One using hard light, and one that uses soft light. Very basically, hard light produces hard shadows cast from your subject, Where soft light produces (you guessed it!) softer shadows! You will find more direct light sources producing hard shadows and thus hard light, where diffused light typically gives you a softer quality of light, my example below (sorry, used my phone, it’s after midnight! I’ve been having photo storage issues (hard disks are either dead or dying from the very first time you use them!...

Drones have become incredibly powerful image-making tools in just a few years, and for landscape photographers, they offer the ability to reach perspectives that would not have been possible before. If you would like to see how a drone can improve your landscape shots, check out this helpful video tutorial that features an experienced landscape photographer showing how he uses the DJI Mavic 3 Pro in his work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

I’m done with it. Seriously. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Jeff Wiswell)

In the last few years, Canon has released some rather innovative lenses that push the boundaries of optical design and allow photographer capabilities not previously possible. It seems that philosophy is not just being applied to lenses, however, as another clever device is likely on the way in the coming months. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Fujifilm X-S20 mirrorless camera and XF 8mm f/3.5 R WR lens are here, and they bring with them the promise of great performance and excellent image quality. How do they hold up in practice? This excellent video takes a first look at what you can expect from both. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)