Olympus has been assigning the Zuiko name to its range of high-quality lenses since 1936. Zuiko-branded lenses were made for SLR, rangefinder, and automatic point-and-shoot cameras in medium format, 35mm, and even half-frame formats. Assessing the best of anything in photography leads to vivid debate and lots of room for subjectivity. Here are my 5 reasons why I believe Olympus knocked it out of the park with their Zuiko range, and when you look at all factors are the best film lenses ever made. Be sure to leave a comment to let me know your thoughts. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lucy Lumen)

Photo by Gene Putney Today’s Photo of the Day is “Rocky Mountain Bull Elk” by Gene Putney. Location: Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado. “During the Rocky Mountain Elk rut on a September afternoon, this bull ventured away from his harem way out in the meadow and went over this hill,” explains Putney. “After a few minutes, he reappeared and stopped briefly to bugle, letting his presence be known, then returning to his harem.” 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...

We all dream of becoming full-time doing what we love, and in 2022 it seems more possible than ever. The landscape photography genre, however, isn’t always as lucrative as wedding or portrait photography can be. So how do you create a sustainable and solid income in this field, which channels are the ones to focus on, and which are not worth your precious time? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lucy Lumen)

In the post-production process, it's very easy to get carried away and go a little too far with our edits. But sometimes, it's hard for us to tell if we've actually overdone things. This under-used Lightroom tool is great for exposing over-edited images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

The post Rembrandt Lighting: A Portrait Photography Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kevin Landwer-Johan. Rembrandt lighting uses a single light source to create dark, moody portraits. Photographers love the Rembrandt style because it evokes more emotion than flatter lighting patterns. It’s also relatively simple to implement, especially when you have some control over your light source. But capturing perfect Rembrandt lighting does take some inside knowledge, so in this article, I’ll give you a step-by-step breakdown of my approach. I’ll also cover: When Rembrandt lighting is a good option for portrait photographyHow to get started with Rembrandt lightingRembrandt lighting versus other lighting patterns and stylesAdvanced tips and techniques for Rembrandt lighting Let’s dive right in....

Did you miss a Photo Of The Day last month? View all of September’s selections in our image gallery below!  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 Photos Of The Day For September 2022 appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Part of the challenge of environmental portrait photography is giving your subject the context around them to make the image compelling, but still bringing the viewer's eye to them first and foremost. There are many ways to emphasize your subject, and this excellent video tutorial will show you how to do it using two of the most powerful methods: composition and post-processing. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

We work a lot on learning how to create good images, but most of that work focuses on a single photo at a time. But the mark of a successful photographer is a readily identifiable style that unifies all their work as one. So, why do so many photographers struggle to develop a style? This excellent video dives into the topic and offers some helpful advice along the way. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

When it comes to working with artificial lighting, there is sometimes the misconception that professional images require multiple sources, all of which are big, heavy, and expensive. That is not always the case, though. In fact, you can create professional-level shots with just a single speedlight, and this excellent video tutorial will take you through the entire process, from setting up the shot through post-processing. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

All this hype and scaremongering about AI in photography is missing one crucial point. No matter how good it gets, far from taking over the world of photography, AI will always fail at one critical point. Our recent history tells us why. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Every genre comes with its own unique challenges, and landscape photography is no different. Beyond all the skills one must have, there are certain personal qualities that set you up for success, and this awesome video tutorial discusses what they are and how they can help you realize your potential. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The post Weekly Photography Challenge – Song appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Well, ‘Photos based on a song or album cover’ was what Susan suggested, So you can go with either. Share your photograph in the comments section under this post, or on our Facebook group. How will you depict ‘Photos based on a song or album cover’ Maybe setup a scene to mimic the cover of your favourite album, maybe it could be one of those mildly amusing self portraits where you hold the album cover in front of your face (Many super cheap album covers to be had in op shops!) you’ll need to get creative for this one, which is the aim...

Zoom lenses have come a long way in the last decade, but primes still hold the advantage in maximum aperture, portability, and often, image quality. All this is why a lot of photographers steadfastly stick with bags of prime lenses instead of just a zoom or two. So, why would a prime enthusiast use zoom lenses? This great video essay features an experienced photographer discussing the issue. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Fstoppers community is brimming with creative vision and talent. Every day, we comb through your work, looking for images to feature as the Photo of the Day or simply to admire your creativity and technical prowess. In 2022, we're featuring a new photographer every month, whose portfolio represents both stellar photographic achievement and a high level of involvement within the Fstoppers community. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Photo By Marti Phillips Today’s Photo of the Day is “Marmolada” by Marti Phillips. Location: Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. “Sunrise on Marmolada as seen from Refugio Lagazuoi, just a week before a large serac on the mountain collapsed due to warming temperatures, killing eleven and injuring eight hikers,” explains Phillips. 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 Marti Phillips appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

There's expensive. Then there's very expensive, and at $12,000, the Sony 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS lens falls into the latter category. So, what makes it so expensive, and most importantly, is it worth it? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Iain Stanley)

There are a lot of ways to approach landscape photography, but when you are thinking about what gear to take, it is worth considering the fact that you will often have to hike several miles with a bag of cameras and lenses on your back. So, should you reconsider what is in your bag? This excellent video essay discusses why a more unusual lens choice might be the best for your landscape photography. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

The Canon 7D line of APS-C DSLRs were quite popular during their era, as they offered professional features seen in much more expensive lines like the flagship 1D series at a much more affordable price. In the mirrorless era, the EOS R7 has taken over that role, and it brings with it an impressive range of new features and upgrades that make it an intriguing option for a wide range of options. This excellent video review takes an in-depth look at the camera 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 Skylum to Add Focus Stacking Extension to Luminar Neo appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Skylum has unveiled the fifth extension for its flagship editing program, Luminar Neo:  Focus Stacking, which will allow photographers to blend multiple photos for extreme depth of field effects. Luminar Neo debuted back in February 2022; like Luminar AI before it, the program combined conventional processing tools and AI technology to give photographers of all stripes – including beginners – unprecedented editing power. More recently, Skylum announced its intentions to provide a series of paid updates, called “extensions,” that offer additional functionality for photo editors. Two Luminar extensions are already available, and Skylum has promised to launch an...

Although depth of field is often discussed in portrait photography, the conversation tends to center around background bokeh. In this article and the accompanying video, however, I would like to address depth of field as it relates to the face itself and attempt to answer the question as to which aperture is best for photographing faces. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Pete Coco)