I'm writing this article partially because someone asked me about how to get your work into a gallery. But I'm also writing it because I'm honestly not even sure that galleries are worth it anymore.
For 70 years, Nikon has proudly manufactured most of their cameras in their home country of Japan. However, times have changed, and the camera market has faltered. In a bid to save money, Nikon has announced that all cameras will be made in Thailand by the end of 2021.
After a slow start to life in the Mirrorless world, Canon is now almost at full steam. Along with launches of some spectacular lenses, we have seen the brilliant Canon EOS R5 and EOS R6 hit the streets.
We are huge champions of learning how to use flash, strobes, and continuous lights here at The Phoblographer. Nothing is more liberating or more freeing than being able to shoot in many lighting conditions.
While we haven't been blown away by a Nikon Z camera yet, their Z lenses are a different story altogether. So far, Nikon has come up with some stunning lens options that are practical and affordable.
The beach is a wonderful place to shoot photos--especially long exposures. The views from above-using drones and black and white can be wonderful. But most of all, some of the best shots we've seen are from the Golden Hour.
It's no secret that Nikon, the once giant of the photography world, is struggling. Sales of the company's Mirrorless cameras have been sluggish due to a lack of innovation. However, one shining beacon for them has been their DSLR cameras.
Initially inspired by an image by Olive Cotton, “Teacup ballet”, Brad Walls began exploring the concept in early 2020, pinning ideas to a virtual inspiration board that consisted of shadows, shapes and tutus, stating that “Most people had seen Ballet photographed traditionally.
I think it's easy to say that one of Fujifilm's most beloved features is the film simulations in their cameras. For a long time now, we've been able to select Acros, Classic Chrome, Velvia, and more very easily.
Micro Four Thirds cameras receive a bad rap, mainly because the platform is misunderstood. You see, long ago, Full-Frame elitists would look down their noses at those who shot with M4/3. Their biggest 'insult,' if you can even call it that, was that it's impossible to create bokeh with cameras that offer up a 2x crop.
It's the most wonderful time of the year! That's right, it's time for major camera and lens sales to come our way. This year, the holiday sales on Fujifilm cameras and lenses have started early! A Fujifilm X-T3 can be yours for only $999.
Olympus has blown up their regular pricing by starting their Black Friday sales early. Right now, the simply stunning Olympus Pen F can be yours for just $899. The OM-D E-M1 II is just $899, the E-M1 III is only $1,399, and the small, incredibly yet fun E-PL10 is just $449.
The Fujifilm GFX platform has gone from strength to strength since it was introduced. Thanks to their outstanding performance, cameras like the GFX 50R and the 100-Megapixel GFX 100 have wowed photographers worldwide.
When it comes to creating lenses, there are few better at it than Fujifilm. Thanks to their hard work, they've created a fantastic line of APS-C Mirrorless cameras, and they’ve also produced some incredible lenses.
Until the release of the Panasonic G100 earlier this year, all had been quiet on the Panasonic M4/3 front. The Panasonic G100 is a camera that has been aimed at modern hybrid content creators. Hybrid shooters want the best of both worlds when it comes to stills and video.
I’m a photographer based in Morocco running tours and workshops in the region. I’m also behind a new website called Creative Camera which offers innovative online courses for building creativity. I place a high value on photographers who can make sense of more ordinary locations rather than those who can shoot photogenic zones really well.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new “Kobe Bryant” law that makes it illegal for first responders to shoot unauthorized photos of dead bodies at the scene of accidents and crimes.
Brace yourselves. Another new camera might be with us soon—this time in the flavor of Fujifilm. Speculation has been rife for some time about a possible new mid-range camera from Fujifilm, and it appears that it might be called the X-S10.
We previously reported on how aerial color film photography was a headache for the CIA. But the problem wasn't just for aerial photography. One document in the late 1960s tells about all the checks and concerns that there was about color film.
Have you decided to start shooting with film but are overwhelmed with all of the choices? Do you already shoot film but want to learn about more varieties? If either of these sounds like you, you're going to love this.
The Fujifilm XT200 is perhaps one of the least talked about cameras in the Fujifilm line up. This is a real shame because the Fujifilm XT200 is a brilliant camera that's incredibly fun to use. It's small, it has gorgeous retro styling, it has one of the best LCD and touchscreens (3.
2020 has been a year of ups and downs for Canon and their fans. We have been graced with two fine cameras, the EOS R6, and the EOS R5. Unfortunately, Canon's marketing efforts harmed the excellent EOS R5.
You've seen the teasers for the new Panasonic S5, and you've heard the speculation. Now, we can tell you more about this smaller than Micro Four Thirds, Full Frame camera. Designed for hybrid creators, the Panasonic S5 meets the needs and desires for new ways of self-expression.
You've seen the teasers for the new Panasonic S5, and you've heard the speculation. Now, we can tell you more about this smaller than Micro Four Thirds, Full Frame camera. Designed for hybrid creators, the Panasonic S5 meets the needs and desires for new ways of self-expression.
The Olympus EM10 line has always offered a fun way to get started with photography. With gorgeous retro looks and good all-around performance, this line of cameras has always excelled. Now, three years after the EM10 III, we are graced with the presence of the EM10 IV.
Having fun with photography is something I think we all forget to do, especially those of us that both enjoy photography as a hobby and practice it as our full-time professional jobs. I switched to Olympus cameras in late 2019 after having to sell all of my Full Frame gear to pay off medical debts I incurred after almost dying.
Having fun with photography is something I think we all forget to do, especially those of us that both enjoy photography as a hobby and practice it as our full-time professional jobs. I switched to Olympus cameras in late 2019 after having to sell all of my Full Frame gear to pay off medical debts I incurred after almost dying.
One of the biggest complaints we hear is that the cost of entry into Canon's RF mount glass is too high. Canon has a plan to rectify that going forward with more affordable RF lens options for those who don't need to spring for premium L series glass.
There's about to be another new entry-level Full Frame camera in town in the flavor of the Lumix S5 from Panasonic. The launch event for this new L mount camera has been set for September 2nd, 2020, and while this is certainly exciting, the chirp of crickets from Panasonic's Micro Four Thirds division is deafening.
Have you been thinking about joining team Fujifilm for a while, but have been waiting until a huge sale to arrive? If so, now is the time for you to jump right in. There are fantastic deals on Fujifilm cameras, including the X-T3, which has dropped in price to just $999! You can even pick one up with the excellent 18-55mm f2.
The Olympus EM10 IV is the first camera to be launched since the announcement of Olympus's impending sale to the Japanese investment firm, JIP. The OM-D EM10 line has always been the entry point into Olympus's OM-D cameras, and because of this, the EM10 series has always been a cheap and cheerful camera that newcomers, and those who value size and weight savings flock to.
There has been a lot of hype around two new Canon cameras, and as expected, the EOS R5 has stolen the spotlight, but many want to know more about its baby brother, the Canon EOS R6. The Full Frame Canon EOS R6 with its 20.
Earlier today (July 22nd), I took delivery of our Canon EOS R6 review unit. When Canon announced the EOS R6 to us on a conference call, we immediately thought that this camera would be a fantastic performer in low light situations thanks to its 20.
Earlier today (July 22nd), I took delivery of our Canon EOS R6 review unit. When Canon announced the EOS R6 to us on a conference call, we immediately thought that this camera would be a fantastic performer in low light situations thanks to its 20.
Canon has been stealing all of the camera headlines of late thanks to the imminent release of their brand new Canon EOS R5 and EOS R6 Full-Frame Mirrorless cameras. Still, another piece of news from the speculation section of the internet is stealing some of their thunder.
IF you have been thinking about switching to Fujifilm, now is the time to make the jump! We're not sure how long these Fujifilm deals will last but right now you can pick up the incredible Fujifilm X-T3 for just $999.
No details left behind! This would be the rallying cry of a group high megapixel sensors! If you’re in the market for high resolution cameras, this roundup is for you. These high resolution cameras have some of the best sensors you can find inside of them, and they are capable of capturing stunning amounts of detail.
For the time being, man camera manufacturers have cut down on their camera and lens deals, but not Panasonic. There are some incredible deals on their cameras right now like the Panasonic S1, which has a $500 discount making it just $1,997.
Nikon decided to enter the already pretty crowded Mirrorless APS-C camera space with the Z50. Much was made of the Nikon Z50 when it was announced. Many touted it as being a spiritual successor to the legendary D500.
Olympus has been in the news recently for all of the wrong reasons, but a recent report has suggested that Olympus may well have a trick up its sleeve, and if it turns out to be accurate, they may enter the ultra-competitive drone market.
Olympus has been in the news recently for all of the wrong reasons, but a recent report has suggested that Olympus may well have a trick up its sleeve, and if it turns out to be accurate, they may enter the ultra-competitive drone market.
We all woke to shocking news on June 24th, 2020. Olympus, a staple in the photography world, has decided to sell-off its imaging business after more than 100 years in business. Three years of successive operating losses, a market ravaged by the effects of COVID-19, and more competition than ever made the powers that be at Olympus believe that that uphill battle was too much for them to conquer, so Olympus sold the imaging division to an equity firm (JIP).
There are no two ways about it; when it comes to lenses for Mirrorless cameras, Canon has been the most innovative company in recent years. Canon's current lineup of RF mount glass is excellent, with perhaps the only negatives being the size of the lenses and the hefty price points that go along with them.
Recently, we did a contest with GuruShots where we asked folks for "Only the Best" photos as part of the challenge. And we're officially showcasing the winners right here and now. The contest shows off some beautiful work from talented photographers all over the world.
I've long been a critic of Instagram when it pertains to photographers. For quite some time, I've argued the platform doesn't care about the photography community, and that the culture fuels mediocre, copycat work.
I've long been a critic of Instagram when it pertains to photographers. For quite some time, I've argued the platform doesn't care about the photography community, and that the culture fuels mediocre, copycat work.
Camera companies are doing all they can to try and stop the onslaught of smartphones and their cameras, and up until recently, they honestly haven't been doing a great job. Times are changing, though, and recent entry-level cameras from Sony (the a6100) and Olympus (the E-PL10) are starting to pull mobile photographers away from their phones.
Olympus is coming out of the gates strong in June with some quite incredible deals that can see you add the E-M1X, the E-M1 III, or the E-M1 II to your purchase of certain lenses for FREE. Yep, that's right, a free Olympus camera could be yours.
Leica cameras are lusted after by many photographers. For most of us, the cameras that are put out by the legendary German manufacturer are out of our reach due to their pricing; but what if we told you that you can get your hands on some slightly older Leica digital cameras that won't break the bank? Not only are these Leica digital cameras affordable, but they're also incredible performers that will help you create some truly gorgeous images.
Over the years since Olympus waved farewell to the Four Thirds platform and adopted the more popular Micro Four Thirds system, Olympus has released many fantastic Mirrorless cameras. Not only have Olympus gone all in with the M4/3 platform, but they also managed to keep it relevant by ensuring that their cameras are feature-packed.
Inspired by the well-known photographer Aurum Light, I created a series of shots with which I dressed some girl with paint and others materials: flowers, leaves, coffee beans, paper and even the light, through the technique of lightpainting that I used to create the dress.
B&W Child Photo Competition is an international photo competition that showcase the very best black and white child photographs from around the globe every year. Ever since the 2014, we are giving splendid child photographers a chance to be discovered. You can see last year's winners here.
from childhood, I was very keen to click. back then, I didn't have any camera or phone camera. so when I got my first camera phone (HTC one X) in 2013, I started clicking.
Everyone knows well the building of the Parliament, their unique forms and sizes are recognizable from afar. But from the inner halls, room and corridors were taken very few pictures, even though it's so beautiful inside.
I have two passions in life: Calligraphy and Photography. join them together and it becomes light calligraphy. Drawing felt interesting at a very young age.
When you were a child, what did you dream of becoming when you grew up? A doctor? A rock star? A surgeon? A spaceman? Whatever it was, the reality for most of us is that the jobs we've ended up doing are far from the fantastical professions we imagined for ourselves as kids.
Eating at a restaurant isn't about the sustenance. It's about the experience. A good menu is a story, with its own narrative arc.
If you're reading this piece, you should know that the title isn't clickbait; instead it's what you essentially hear when everyone thinks that they're an expert these days in the photography world.
Photographer Nils Karlson is a 41 year old creative living in Germany. "I started photography in my late 3's, almost a decade after I got a glaucoma diagnosis, which affects my eyesight – my right eye is useless for photography, so I adapted and became left-eyed.
The NYC Dance Project is an initiative designed to showcase the magical world of dance and dancers. It was founded by fashion/beauty photographer Ken Browar and dancer/photographer Deborah Ory and the beautiful pictures you can see here are taken from a book called The Art of Movement that's soon to be released.
Renegade photographer Philip Volkers travels the world with his camera, achieving total immersion in both modern and ancient festivals. His passion is the documentation of spiritual, hedonistic gatherings, and exploring the meaning behind them with his work.
The term minimalism is usually used in art, where the elements or objects are reduced to minimal. Minimalistic images have a certain attractiveness, and even philosophical sense. Minimalism can be found everywhere – Minimal music, design, architectural, literary minimalism, minimalism in photography.
I wanted to steer my career in a different direction, more outside instead of inside behind the computer. So I took a flower growing course to learn to grow flowers, but I ended up in a dark studio photographing these gorgeous creatures that I have grown.
About 5 years ago while I surfing internet I said to my mother, I wish I had such beautiful photos...
With photography being such a primary and highly shared form of communication in the digital age, it is no surprise that people's copyrights are being increasingly violated. And while most cases are settled in an amicable and respectful way; the photographer politely asks for recognition, payment or the image removed, some people are just assholes.
Can cake smash sessions be cheesy? Sure! But...
Luminous is a series designed around vibrant colors. We used real food for the series, color dye, salt, lollipops, marshmallow, cherries, etc. All household items that you can buy at your local supermarket.
My name is Davide Sasso and during the last year I traveled long and wide Italy, I have seen some of the most beautiful places in this fantastic country: from Rome to Venice, from Florence to the Dolomites.
My name is Davide Sasso and I am a photogrpher with a passion for animation. I love the animation of all kinds, but in particular Japanese animation is the one that is closest to my heart and that surely inspired me as a photographer.
Hi, I'm Lillian- I'm a young artist trying to bring my own daydreams to life while merging two mediums. Realizing early on that I really don't have an affinity for realism, I've been developing my own photography editing style through a lot of trial and error.