With specifications and features that look quite pedestrian by today’s standards, the Canon 5D Classic might not seem like it deserves much attention nowadays, but it was a revolutionary camera for its time and well worth a second look in 2022. This fun video takes a look at the famous camera and gives 10 reasons why it was such an important body. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Viltrox has developed a reputation for creating very affordable lenses that still offer very good performance and image quality. One of their newest options is the Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4, which offers Sony, Fujifilm, and Nikon mirrorless APS-C shooters a nice combination of an ultra-wide focal length and a very wide maximum aperture. This great video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Anthropics PortraitPro 22 Review: Pro-Level Editing at 10x the Speed appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Do you ever want to speed up your portrait editing workflow? Do you ever wish you could do comprehensive, professional editing simply by adjusting a few sliders? Then consider PortraitPro 22, the latest and greatest version of Anthropics’ portrait editing software. It’s designed to offer both professionals and amateurs a way to create refined, subtle edits with only a few minutes of work and minimal effort.  Thanks to Anthropics’ outstanding AI technology, you can apply a wide variety of edits – including face shaping, hair coloring, and even relighting – by moving a slider. And for those...

Quick head up first: today is pre-conference workshop day at the Photoshop World Conference 2022. Tons and tons of Lightroom and Photoshop classes over the next four days, and it’s an incredible value (especially since the entire conference is archived for an entire year, so you can stream on-demand any classes you missed or want to re-watch). Three full days, three training tracks, and an incredible roster of brilliant instructors, and it’s not too late to sign up – go to PhotoshopWorld.com right now and join the Photoshop, Lightroom, and Photography online training event of the year. Onto today’s quick tip This is one of those little-known but oh-so handy features in Lightroom Classic that once you use it, you’ll wonder...

Photography has been a huge part of life for at least 85 percent of my living years. While I was in my single-digit days, it evolved slowly. But even during the early stages, I always viewed the world as if I had a camera to my eye. I started to become more serious when I reached high school. My intensity grew upon entering college when I took my first black-and-white course. Thank you, Arthur Leipzig, for planting the seed that turned into a full-time passion, an occupation, an excuse to travel and eventually my love of nature and wildlife photography. Thank you for teaching me how to load my first roll of Tri-X onto a chrome developing reel, for walking me...

Travelling to exotic locales? Searching for rare megafauna in spectacularly remote landscapes? Here are some tips from experts on how to get the best photographs while respecting your subjects and their environment. Spoiler, it's not all about your camera. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mark Dunsmuir)

If you asked many photographers what magical device they would love to have, an adapter that turns manual focus lenses into autofocus ones would probably be near the top of many lists. For Sony shooters, there is the Techart PRO Version II, which allows Leica M lenses to autofocus on E mount mirrorless cameras, and this awesome video review takes a look at the adapter and the sort of performance you can expect from it in real-world usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

If you are new to the world of artificial lighting, it can sometimes feel like trying to learn a foreign language. It is really worth taking the time to learn it, though, as it will open up creative opportunities that simply are not possible otherwise and make you a far more versatile photographer. This excellent video tutorial will show you essential off-camera flash gear and some helpful basic tips to get you off and running. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Investing in a camera system is a costly business. Once you are tied to a particular brand, you seem stuck with it. Changing is a big decision, but there can be good reasons both to and to not swap systems. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Photo By Stan Bysshe Today’s Photo of the Day is “Touch Down” by Stan Bysshe. Location: Northern Virginia. 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 Assignments, Galleries and Contests. Assignments have weekly winners that are featured on the website homepage, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To get your photos in the running, all you have to do is submit them. The post Photo Of The Day By Stan Bysshe appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Dog photography can be a tremendously fun and rewarding genre, but it also takes a fair amount more skill than it might seem on the surface. Whether it is something you would like to make money from or you are simply trying to capture some nice memories of your own pups, check out this great video tutorial that features an experienced dog photographer sharing five useful tips to improve your work. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Why would you get a hard case instead of a backpack? This review of the Nanuk 935 Hard Case will make you think differently about how you store and get your gear from point A to point B. There are other hard cases out there, but this one has a lid organizer, which in my opinion, sets it apart. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Wouter du Toit)

A couple of years ago, I got a chance to review the Profoto B2 flash with the AirTTL trigger. Although I loved the flash, I had some doubts about the trigger. Now, there is the new Profoto Connect Pro trigger. Is it worth the upgrade? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Nando Harmsen)

An 85mm lens with a wide maximum aperture is one of the most popular options on the market, particularly useful for portrait and wedding photographers who want a flattering focal length and narrow depth of field. That being said, such lenses can cost well north of $2,000. This is what makes the Meike 85mm f/1.8 so compelling, with a sub-$200 price tag that still includes autofocus. This great video review takes a look at the lens and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Knowing how to light, pose, and compose a portrait is only half the battle. To create a successful final image, you also need to have strong editing technique. If you would like to learn how to properly edit a portrait, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will guide you through the entire process, including frequency separation, dodging and burning, and color grading. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The OED defines "diptych" as a pair of thematically linked paintings, photographs, sculptures, etc. For Toni Meneguzzo, in light of his show, Diptych, opening at 29 Arts in Progress Gallery in Milan, the word seems to mean something much broader. Meneguzzo's Diptych is an invitation to engage with his newest work side by side with his growing legacy, perhaps as a challenge for the viewer to consider where art and commerce overlap. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Mark Dunsmuir)

Photo By Elissa Title Today’s Photo of the Day is “Wrestling Cubs” by Elissa Title. Location: Alaska. 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 Assignments, Galleries and Contests. Assignments have weekly winners that are featured on the website homepage, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To get your photos in the running, all you have to do is submit them. The post Photo Of The Day By Elissa Title appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original link(Originally posted by Staff)

Dancers are incredibly athletic artists, and as such, they can make for wonderful portrait subjects. There are some specific techniques and considerations you should be aware of if you want to get the best possible photos, however. This excellent video tutorial will show you a range of helpful tips for working with dancers to get the most creative and compelling results possible. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Facebook and Instagram continue with their threats to leave the EU. This is because data transfer agreements between the US and EU have been made invalid. Meta, the company that owns Facebook and Instagram, requires the ability to transfer data back to the US in order to offer its services. Without this ability, Meta may not be able to operate fully in the EU. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)

Yololiv specializes in producing all-in-one devices that allow you to stream, record, and monitor video. The majority of its devices focus on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitch. Recently, the company announced its latest product, the YoloLiv Instream. This device allows you to record, monitor and stream directly to Instagram and TikTok with vertical video. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Usman Dawood)