Photo By Sandra Rust Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Immature Orange-Crowned Warbler” by Sandra Rust. Location: Joliet, Illinois. 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 Sandra Rust appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Original linkOriginal author: Staff

Zhiyun is no stranger to interesting camera stabilization options, with past products featuring innovative designs that put a twist on the traditional “stabilized stick” form factor of gimbals. Their latest launch, the Crane-M3, brings a number of firsts to the Crane lineup and just might reinvent how content creators approach rigging up a video setup. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Coleman)

The post Manual Focus in Photography: The Ultimate Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Tim Gilbreath. What is manual focus, how does it work, and should you use it in your photography? That’s what I aim to answer in this article. You see, manual focus is (somewhat) advanced, yet it can be a game-changing technique – if you know when and how to use it. Below, I tell you everything you need to know to get started with manual focus. I give you a step-by-step lesson in how to manually focus, plus I share plenty of scenarios where such focusing techniques make sense (and I also explain when you should avoid manual focus, because it’s not always...

The folks over at Digital Camera World in the UK (one of my favorite mags), did a piece on how to cancel your Adobe subscription, and I’m not posting here to get you to cancel (just the opposite). I’m posting it here because there are still a few folks still desperately clinging onto the hope that Adobe is going to go back and sell copies of Photoshop (it was $800) and Lightroom (it was $150, so nearly $1,000 for the two of them) again. By the way, they’re not. But, if those folks see that you actually can cancel, maybe they’ll finally get over their fear or whatever, and start using the latest versions of this software for just under half...

Vibration reduction, image stabilization and other technologies that assist in obtaining tack-sharp images have come a long way since their inception. I use them all the time, but I also accept their limitations. This is the key. It’s essential you know at what shutter speed/focal length/aperture combination they no longer ensure crisp photos. Run tests to find out your own personal cut-off points. When reached, grab the support system that’s best for the job. Tripods In general, the heavier the tripod, the greater the stability. That being said, one that’s too heavy is counterproductive in that it becomes a burden. A good rule of thumb is to purchase a tripod that’s sturdy enough to stabilize your longest lens. If the weight...

Becoming a successful professional photographer requires more than just being able to shoot a pretty sunset or stunning portrait. It's about how you run your business. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Ivor Rackham)

Mobile phones have been hauling gains in usability for photography and videography year on year. It's comfortably to the point where a cutting-edge smartphone in the right hands can create images — particularly those that do not require a narrow depth of field — that is indistinguishable from interchangeable lens cameras. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

IRIX has developed a reputation for creating affordable but excellent cine lenses. Fleshing out their set of focal lengths, IRIX has now released the 30mm T1.5, but how good is it? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Canon's RF lenses have been mostly both spectacular and expensive, which is what makes the RF 16mm f/2.8 STM rather unique, as it comes in at an impressively affordable price and is quite portable on top of that. This excellent video review takes a look at the lens and the kind of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Many photographers will spend multiple hours a week working on their images in Photoshop, and as such, finding even little places to save some time can add up to major time savings over the long run. This excellent video tutorial will show you the most essential keyboard shortcuts in Photoshop and how to use them. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

It's easy to look around at local locations and think that you have no chance of creating beautiful, natural light portraits because of them. However, with the right positioning and knowledge, you will be able to create stunning images with great light. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

Why does the world need another landscape photography competition? Well, the Natural Landscape Photography Awards, the first competition of its kind, aims to promote landscape photographers who strive for realism and authenticity in their images. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Devin Rogers)

Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Morning in the Badlands” by Laura Schoenbauer. Location: Badlands National Park, South Dakota. “This summer I decided to take the seven-hour drive from St. Paul, Minnesota, to Badlands National Park. It was a long drive but worth it. The park has gorgeous diverse landscapes and wildlife throughout the park.” 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 Laura Schoenbauer appeared first...

If you're new to flash photography, or want to try it outside and off-camera, there are a few things to keep in mind. This behind-the-scenes video is a good introduction on how to get started. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Robert K Baggs)

The post 12 Tips for Beautiful Low-Light Landscape Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Natalie Denton (nee Johnson). Low-light landscape photography may seem hard – but it doesn’t have to be. With a few tips, tricks, and simple techniques, you can easily: Nail low-light exposures, consistentlyKeep your camera steady for rock-solid imagesWork with the light for beautiful long exposuresSelect the perfect low-light landscape settingsMuch more! And in this article, I’ll share it all with you! So if you’re ready to become a low-light master, then let’s get started. 1. Get in position before the light drops If you’re shooting low-light landscape images, you’ll likely be out in the early morning, late evening, or even during the...

Backpacks take a beating and are out in all weather conditions. They need to keep our gear safe, need to be versatile, usable, and be comfortable for long hikes. So, how does the new incarnation of the Tilopa, the Tilopa Duradiamond, fare on this? [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Gary McIntyre)

With all the technical control, skills, and creative thought that go into making photos, there is a fine balance between not trying enough and forcing things. Sometimes, you end up trying just a bit too hard, and it can be a rather frustrating experience. That is when it is a good idea to step back, return to basics, and remember to enjoy yourself a bit. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

A 24-70mm f/2.8 lens is the workhorse of choice for a wide variety of genres, offering a useful focal length range in tandem with a wide maximum aperture. However, most such lenses are quite expensive. Tamron's 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III RXD is about half the price of first-party options, and this excellent video review takes a look at the kind of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

You can spend a lot of time learning how to work a camera and process images, but it takes a lot more than that to become a successful professional photographer. If you are thinking of making the leap, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will give you seven helpful tips to increase your chances of finding success. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Alex Cooke)

Light & Motion has become known for making high-end, battery-powered, water- and weatherproof LED lights. The Reflex is similar to their other constant lights, but it can also flash. [ Read More ]Original link(Originally posted by Lee Morris)