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Photographers may want to prepare for California's superbloom season -- as it is expected to be “impressive” for a second year in a row. [Read More] petapixel.com »
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Photographers may want to prepare for California's superbloom season -- as it is expected to be “impressive” for a second year in a row. [Read More] petapixel.com »
There was a time when I felt a lot more connected to my own photography, partially because I felt like every photograph had a creative collaborator. Oftentimes, it was me, the subject in front of me, and my camera. thephoblographer.com »
Compared to other professions, photographers have it rough when it comes to the sheer quantity of equipment required. Not just physical equipment – cameras, lenses, flashes, tripods, light stands, and endless other accessories – but digital tools, too. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Storage company Synology is preparing to sunset Disk Station Manager 6.2, and users must know what this may mean for their storage workflow. [Read More] petapixel.com »
The Sony World Photography Awards is arguably the most prestigious and largest photo contest. The 2024 edition is open to entries and some of its rules are under fire. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Some of the coolest pro camera features on iPhones are hidden by Apple and turned off. Want to shoot like a pro? You need to go into Settings and turn these bad boys on right now! [Read More] petapixel.com »
I remember hearing stories from other photographers about the magic of watching their print come to life in the darkroom. Even though I've never darkroom printed, I still get pretty excited when a print of mine comes out of my Canon printer. thephoblographer.com »
Sigma has not released a new camera since 2021 and doesn't currently have an APS-C camera, otherwise known as a crop sensor, in its lineup. In fact, it hasn't made one since the sd Quattro in 2016. petapixel.com »
Between 2008 and late 2016, I took tens of thousands of pictures and proudly vomited the vast majority of them online. While I’d toyed around with things like depth of field and long exposures, I didn’t understand anything about photography, so my camera rarely left ‘auto’. petapixel.com »
Creating photographs shouldn't be easy. Let me rephrase that -- creating photographs that push you and make you do inspiring and fulfilling work shouldn't be easy. It should be a process of experimentation, foresight, adaptation, and emotional roller coasters. thephoblographer.com »
This is truly one of the best deals in the photo world! We love giving our members the best benefits of any photography publication around! And that’s why we created our membership program to do way more than just take away banner-ads. thephoblographer.com »
Back in 2017, we reviewed the Tamron 70-200mm f2.8 G2 lens. “When I really, really like with the Tamron SP 70-200mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 is skin tones,” we said in our review. “Certain colors such as greens are pretty saturated but skin tones aren’t much so…It’s the difference between Portra and Ektar here pretty … thephoblographer.com »
How many of you remember the Panasonic GM1? I'll admit that during that stage of the camera world, it probably wasn't appreciated anywhere as much as it should've been. We wanted more serious cameras that autofocused better. thephoblographer.com »
"I'm always on the lookout for small details," says photographer Michael Young on what makes him want to keep his photos interesting. He uses photography to connect with others, using his camera as a medium to gain the trust of his subjects. thephoblographer.com »
Even though we are firmly ensconced in the digital age when it comes to photography, analog photography has picked up steam in popularity and doesn’t seem to be slowing down. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Steam vents, suited businesspeople, the neon glow of the night, umbrellas on windy days, stray glances through bus windows, beachgoers in a boardwalk scene, or silhouetted figures dancing in the sunlight: as photographers, we want to capture things that give life and vivacity to the subjects of the streets. petapixel.com »
We live in a world where everyone has access to a camera in some form or another, and the content we create is often viewed through a phone screen. So it's no surprise that so many people have learned how to take and edit cool photos that will get them likes on Instagram. [Read More] petapixel.com »
In the process of chasing that magical number one on social media, artists are unfortunately losing the ability to do their craft and no longer focusing on the only thing that will actually shape the next generation of artists. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Qualcomm has announced its new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile processor, a chip it says will significantly enhance the computational photography capabilities of the upcoming smartphones. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Every professional photographer has asked at some point: How much should photography cost? It’s a longstanding question to which there’s no easy answer. But, could this be yet another annoyance that photographers could instead delegate to software? Zenfolio thinks so. thephoblographer.com »
In my complete guide to wedding photography, I addressed 10 critical moments that a wedding photographer can’t miss. In this guide, I want to dial in and take a closer look at what photos should be taken at a wedding. [Read More] petapixel.com »
We need to talk about copyright law. Now before your eyes glaze over and I lose you, I promise what I have to say is worth hearing. [Read More] petapixel.com »
We've said it many times: lenses are more important than your camera. And there's no exception to that rule with the new Canon APS-C cameras. The Canon RF-M lens lineup should strive to not only appeal to a customer base seeking cheap thrills. thephoblographer.com »
A few months ago, the US Copyright Office rejected Steven Thaler's request to copyright a picture on behalf of an algorithm he dubbed the Creativity Machine. [Read More] petapixel.com »
There are times when writing that I've sat there and written "shooting animals" or something else along those lines. In other countries, it's probably okay to keep saying that. But in America, it feels pretty disgusting to say in these times. thephoblographer.com »
Memory manufacturer Exascend has announced the Nitro CFexpress, a new 512GB VPG400-certified CFexpress Type B card that appears as though it will be the first to market. In May 2021, Western Digital announced its plans to release what would’ve then been the world’s first VPG400 CFexpress Type B card. dpreview.com »
The various accessories you consider essential can be overwhelming when it comes to studio photography. Although the camera is the most crucial piece of gear, having a perfect backdrop can be the difference between a breathtaking portrait and an uninteresting photo. thephoblographer.com »
The Internet is a treasure trove of information, but photography books are still a fantastic way to both learn about photography as well as be inspired by the work of leading photographers. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Although timelapse is a genre still largely dominated by men, these five talented women are worthy of your attention, especially today on International Women's Day. [Read More] petapixel.com »
The world of photography is massive. Not only is there a litany of choices when it comes to cameras, lenses, accessories, and other equipment, but photographers also have a choice of countless genres in which to experiment. petapixel.com »
Leica has historically been known for rangefinder-style cameras but has branched away in recent years. But if there is one thing the company should take away from the praise the new M11 is getting, it's that it should stick with what it's good at. [Read More] petapixel.com »
If you haven’t joined the resurgence of film photography in the past few years, you might be asking yourself, “Should I start shooting film in 2022?” If you’ve already been shooting film the past few years, then you might be asking yourself, with the rising costs of film and film cameras, should you continue shooting […] petapixel.com »
We know, we know! You're getting tired of all the holiday gift guides for photographers, right? Well, this one's a bit different. Instead of focusing on things to buy for other people (see what we did there?), Jordan tells you what you should buy for yourself, particularly if you shoot video. dpreview.com »
For decades, medium format film was the standard for professional photography work, so it’s no wonder that its bigger-than-full-frame resolution, shallow depth of field, and magic tonality is still sought after by pros and enthusiasts to this day. petapixel.com »
Should photographers sell their unedited RAW files to a client? Is there any benefit in doing so? These questions are discussed in this eight-minute video from David Bergman and Adorama. The idea of handing over the RAW files has been debated before and at length. petapixel.com »
We’re streaming daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Pocket Casts, and Spotify! You can also listen to it right here on The Phoblographer. In our opinion, the Canon RF 35mm f1. 8 STM IS is their most versatile lens. thephoblographer.com »
Ukumehame Beach is a small strip of sand on Maui’s west side. It has all the necessities of a good beach – soft sand, clear waters and a few special features to draw a photographer’s eye. It’s the kind of place that tourists overlook, which makes it all the more attractive to us locals. I’ve […] petapixel.com »
It is amazing how portable most photography, videography, and computer gear have become. It is now possible to carry in one or two bags of gear that provides almost all of the functionality of a static environment when we hit the road for adventures. petapixel.com »
I’d argue that nearly all of us owned a speedlight at some point before we owned a studio strobe. When we’re looking to dip our toes into supplemental lighting, strobes seem like a big investment. It just makes sense to pick up a cheap speedlight to play with, right? Like many others, I did the […] petapixel.com »
We live in a time when our technology and camera gear usually work extremely well and reliably… Until it doesn’t. Randomly. And at the worst time. When that happens, you’re left feeling unprepared and stressed which is something that none of us enjoy. petapixel.com »
There are countless distractions that often hinder our creativity and photographic expression. The pressure and comparison that comes with social media can make digital photography end up feeling like a burden: Each shot must be better than the last and a photo with subnormal likes is a failure. What if there was a way to […] petapixel.com »
While the process looks different for everyone, many photographers rely on a few basic steps to ensure every shoot goes off without a hitch. The post Nine things you should do before your next shoot appeared first on 500px. iso.500px.com »
Seemingly overnight, NFTs became the hottest acronym on social media and in headlines. On Thursday, a single JPG file created by Mike Winkelmann, also known as Beeple, sold in an online auction for $69. petapixel.com »
In 1976 while rummaging through an attic of Harvard’s Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology in search of old museum publications, editorial assistant Lorna Condon opened a drawer in a wooden cabinet. petapixel.com »
Photographer Michael Shainblum is known for some truly impressive landscape images and in previous videos has strongly advocated for the use of telephoto lenses. In this 10-minute video, he shows how he captured two days worth of images with mainly a Sigma 100-400mm. petapixel.com »
Since the Alpha 1 made its way into the hands of YouTubers and reviewers, a flurry of videos has been released that compare Sony’s flagship against the Canon EOS R5. But is this really a comparison that we should be making? Last week, Gordan Laing published a short 8-minute video where he shows side-by-side examples […] petapixel.com »
If you are reading this article, there’s a high chance that sooner or later you are going to buy a new camera. And as we all know, photography is not exactly a cheap hobby. Maybe it is going to be your first more expensive camera or just the next one in line. You might have […] petapixel.com »
When Apple unveiled the Pro Display XDR in June of 2019, I’ll admit that I drank the cool-aid in big refreshing gulps. From design to execution, I had every reason to believe that this monitor would change the creative landscape, bringing reference displays in a price range attainable by mere mortals. But one year and […] petapixel.com »
Recently, we had a private Facebook group member ask what others thought about buying a used digital camera. The response was around 70% for and 30% against. Those odds aren’t that bad. But, with your money on the line, do you want to take a chance your used digital camera will go kaput in a […] petapixel.com »
You've probably heard of lens, or focus, breathing. Videographers love to talk about it, but it can be important to still photographers as well. So what is it? In this video we explain what 'breathing' is and why it matters. dpreview.com »