A Complete Guide to Deep-Sky Astrophotography
While photographing wide-angle nightscapes is a common occurrence for astrophotographers, not many capture the faint nebulae and distant galaxies hidden beyond the Milky Way. petapixel.com »
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While photographing wide-angle nightscapes is a common occurrence for astrophotographers, not many capture the faint nebulae and distant galaxies hidden beyond the Milky Way. petapixel.com »
A compelling portfolio is vital for photographers who showcase their work and attract clients. However, gathering, organising, and editing your documents can often feel daunting. The right tools streamline this process, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: your creative output. canonrumors.com »
The images of Japan that spring to mind are of the bustling, neon-splashed streets of Tokyo—towering walls of steel and glass, teeming pedestrians dodging traffic. But the Land of the Rising Sun also harbors visions of natural beauty that stretch the eye to the horizon and tug at the soul. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Knowledge of photography through books, discussions, exhibitions, and films can help you hone your craft. In a time when people are running after likes and creating work that meets a certain aesthetic, they are losing out on ways to make their voices distinct. thephoblographer.com »
Tamron is one of the companies that have consistently performed exceptionally. Their lenses not only have exceptional image quality but are also built sturdy to withstand harsh environments. Ergonomically, they are a perfect match for both DSLRs and mirrorless cameras. thephoblographer.com »
Welcome to the ultimate holiday gift guide for photographers! Whether you're shopping for a professional photographer or someone who is just starting out in this creative field, we have curated a selection of gifts that will inspire, enhance, and elevate their photography experience. [Read More] petapixel.com »
To take a photograph is to encapsulate a singular moment in time and space in the form of an image. In order to do that, no matter what kind of equipment we are using, we need a sort of tool to divide the past and future from the singular present, the precise moment that we wish to capture – no matter how long or how fleeting it might be. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Few lens makers can claim a lineup as huge and diverse as Nikon's. Its legendary F-mount for film-based and digital SLRs has been in continuous production since 1959, along with the newer Z-mount specifically for mirrorless cameras that launched in 2018. [Read More] petapixel.com »
For some people, a car or a motorcycle is nothing more than a method of getting from point A to point B. It is a tool, an instrument, something that serves a purpose and nothing more. [Read More] petapixel.com »
The film photography market has been inundated with new accessory shoe light meters for the last several years. Some are revisions of previous models with lower price points and slight changes. petapixel.com »
If you're looking for a great guide to Nikon Z lenses, you're in luck. We updated our big guide recently, and you can find it right here. The Phoblographer has done the most independent real-world review of Nikon Z mount lenses since the company launched the system. thephoblographer.com »
A while back, we published a guide to the best cameras for beginners. And recently we updated that guide with the options we know that a brand new photographer will really enjoy. Cameras these days have a very steady influx of updates -- and most cameras only have a two-year lifespan if anything. thephoblographer.com »
A Yellowstone National Park guide filmed a photographer who refused to move away as a grizzly bear and her cubs crossed a highway. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Photoshop can feel infinite. It’s a lot like a high-tech espresso machine or a sports car: you don’t have to use all of its features for it to be functional, but when you can, it’s a powerful tool. [Read More] petapixel.com »
You can now buy and download Matt Granger’s full Sony Alpha Guide (Click here). Current hot Kickstarter projects: The German company Spinn now has over 1,000 backers for the new magnetic Swift-lock on Kickstarter (Click here). sonyalpharumors.com »
Matt granger’s new setup guide is now available for preorder at Learn. mattgranger. com. Big Amazon Spring sale til March 25: The Amazon Spring deals are running at Amazon US&CA, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, Amazon ES, Amazon NL/PL/SE. sonyalpharumors.com »
As photographers moved from film to digital photography, they gained a new flexibility that changed the entire process. However, what was lost in that transition was a need for a more tangible connection to images that only a printed photo can provide. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Texture layers are photos that are normally blended with other images as part of a composite rather than being used on their own. They can be color, monochrome, detailed, or blurred. petapixel.com »
There's something magical about the moment the ground falls away as we soar into the air. The helicopter's engines start to whir, and everything begins to shake. Cameras are ready, everything taped down, lens hoods removed. [Read More] petapixel.com »
These days, lots of photographers don't shoot photos according to the histogram. Instead, they look at the exposure preview and work off of that. But it's good to know and understand what the histogram can do for you. thephoblographer.com »
B&H Photo published an AI-generated photography guide on its Explora blog under the byline of a fictional author without disclosing the use of artificial intelligence, PetaPixel has learned. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Wherever you are right now, take a moment to look around. What patterns and shapes do you see? What objects, scenes, buildings, or other designs just look like they “make sense?” [Read More] petapixel.com »
Canon RF Prime Lenses BOLD – Save 10% on all Canon gear at Midwest Photo (MPEX. com) using the coupon code CANTBEATCANON. These deals run until midnight Eastern Time on Sunday, November 19, 2023. canonrumors.com »
Canon RF Zoom Lenses BOLD – Save 10% on all Canon gear at Midwest Photo (MPEX. com) using the coupon code CANTBEATCANON. These deals run until midnight Eastern Time on Sunday, November 19, 2023. canonrumors.com »
Here is a simple buyer's guide for the holiday season. Pricing will be updated daily if applicable, as we expect rebate programs and special pricing to happen between now and January 2024. We do not get much advanced notice for big savings on cameras and lenses, but we'll do our best to be as current [. canonrumors.com »
Wedding photography is a fast-paced high-stakes environment, kind of like football or poker, except without all the hitting or sunglasses and hats. It’s actually really hard to shoot with sunglasses on and tackling would damage our gear so try to avoid that too. petapixel.com »
Product photography is a major branch of commercial photography that is ubiquitous in our world, as product photos are used for everything from billboards and print ads to catalogs and store displays. petapixel.com »
Lens flare can appear as spots or streaks of light and color or as a washed-out hazy look in your photographs. Some photographers and filmmakers like to use it creatively, but it usually shows up as an unpleasant surprise that can ruin your picture. [Read More] petapixel.com »
We've updated our Canon RF Lens Guide recently to include more of the company's profile of lenses, and we encourage you to go take a look. If you've bought into the Canon RF mount and are looking to possibly get a new lens, the answer for most of us would be only L glass. thephoblographer.com »
According to some spiritual beliefs, an aura, sometimes called an energy field, is an atmosphere or quality surrounding something, often a person or other living thing. [Read More] petapixel.com »
I recently wrote a pair of pieces about giving and responding to critiques of photography with a certain level of decorum. As many of you already know, criticism is best given when actually asked for. [Read More] petapixel.com »
NASA has released a guide to the night sky for May with the main opportunities for astrophotographers coming from planets rising in proximity to the Moon. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Lens filters are one of the most affordable yet also most versatile accessories you can stow in your lens bag. Some of them, like polarizers and UV filters, are practically ubiquitous in modern-day photography, used both to lend images a unique look as well as to protect your costly gear. [Read More] petapixel.com »
One of the greatest things about film photography is its friendliness toward do-it-yourself approaches. Want to hack together a working camera out of discount hardware store supplies? All the power to you! Want to shoot on art paper coated in a home-concocted emulsion, contact-printed using authentic techniques from the 1800s? Why not? [Read More] petapixel.com »
Just a few months after its initial launch SkinTone Product Suite, Pantone has expanded it with a new guide that includes added shades and compatibility across multiple platforms. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Food photography is one of the easiest photography disciplines to start out with. You can arrange food however you like. It doesn’t scamper away mid-shoot and doesn’t get tired. petapixel.com »
Zone focusing (ZF) is a great way to pre-set your camera's focus and aperture, then use that setting for multiple shots. Street shooters love it. And it's also great for sports, pets, jumpy kids, parties, or any subjects in motion. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Great portrait photography is so much more than just about knowing how to work a camera. You can memorize your camera’s entire manual and still not be confident in a portrait shoot because most portraits require posing. petapixel.com »
There's more to consider than focal length and price when buying a new lens. Lenses come with an assortment of features such as stabilization and weather sealing, plus issues like distortion and bokeh. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Light painting has become a popular technique in the age of digital photography. If you have always wondered how to do light painting photography yourself, you've come to the right place. [Read More] petapixel.com »
For everyone who’s married into the Canon RF camera system, we’ve updated our lens guide. Within that guide you’ll see a complete library of reviews of Canon RF lenses. And you should also know that, as of today’s publishing, we’ve reviewed pretty much all of them. thephoblographer.com »
As video becomes increasingly important, photographers may consider offering video services to their clients. It's a great goal, but there is a steep learning curve in order to successfully jump from photo to video. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Back in the days of film photography, things weren’t quite as advanced as they are in our modern digital era. Photographers struggled to manipulate available light or had to work a lot harder to capture simple in-camera effects. petapixel.com »
When compared to the other components of the exposure triangle (shutter speed and aperture), ISO appears to be the most intuitive on the surface. It is also the most misunderstood component, and everything from its definition to its usage has been discussed extensively. [Read More] petapixel.com »
There are many types of camera lenses out there, and it can be a bit confusing and even frustrating trying to sort it out because not every lens will be right for the type of photo you are trying to capture in a particular situation. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Photojournalism tells a story not in thousands of words but in a series of photos. Just as a written news story presents a complete picture by providing an overview, a thesis, subjects, and various points of view, photojournalism achieves this same objective pictographically. [Read More] petapixel.com »
As perhaps the most important parameter to understand in photography, shutter speed should be one of your first considerations when making a photograph. It’s one of the biggest reasons that photographers might find themselves unhappy with their shots, and having a great understanding of it is crucial to making great images. [Read More] petapixel.com »
We’ve all been there. Walking into a room of complete strangers, business cards at the ready, with a feeling vaguely reminiscent of stepping onto a used car lot. Welcome to the monthly Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon: a hellscape of desperate Realtors, indifferent bank managers, and the guy who just quit his job at the car wash to become a personal trainer. [Read More] petapixel.com »
With Tamron's various deals being available and flash sales during different months, we felt it was sensical to update our guide to Tamron prime lenses. Granted, they haven't released a prime lens in a while. thephoblographer.com »
NASA has released a guide to the night sky in October advising that planetary giants, partial eclipses, and meteor showers will all be visible this month. [Read More] petapixel.com »