When creating studio portraits, its good to make the subject stand out from the background. Most photographers know this, but many still make the mistake and dont backlight their models properly (or at all). In this short video, photographer Manny Ortiz will show you three easy ways to backlight your model and make it separate […]
In 2016, I joined team Fuji after being extremely impressed with the X-T2 body. I had been watching mirrorless technology for a while, but this was the first time a system had everything I wanted in a camera body. While I finally had a satisfying mirrorless experience, with great autofocus, low-light capabilities, and image quality, […]
Fujifilm have today announced two new X-Series cameras, the X100F and X-T20, along with a new XF 50mm f/2 R WR lens.The X100F represents the fourth generation in the X100 series and comes with the 24.3MP sensor found in the higher endX-Pro2 and X-T2cameras. The X-T20 also comes with the24.3MP sensor and shoots 4K video. […]
Everyone has those days when it would be better if they just stayed in bed. Photographers also have them, and often things simply dont go as youve planned. Thomas Heaton shows what it looks like when a landscape photographer has a bad day. And no matter what kind of photography you do, youve probably […]
One of the biggest issues for those looking to expand their lighting setup is colour consistency. Even expensive ones can be very slightly out from each other. Even within a single brand, different models or generations of light can also be a little different to each other. But the problem is especially so with cheap […]
DJI is terminating the production of Phantom 4 only ten months after its release. They recently sent their dealers a message, notifying them about the updates on DJI products. And after releasing Phantom 4 in March 2016, in January 2017 its already time to say goodbye to it. This is the message DJI sent […]
The new Leica M10 is here! The latest addition to the loved M-system lineup is available for preorders, and Its unique balance of heritage and technical innovation embodies the essence of everything that is truly important for photography. This is the thinnest digital M camera of all time, with improved performance and more intuitive handling. […]
Here’s a (semi) fun way to start the year off right – it’s time to calibrate the focus of your lenses! Most DSLRs offer options for micro adjustment or to fine tune the focus of attached lenses. If you happen to use Sigma ART series lenses, you can also use Sigma’s USB Dock for even […]
Whether you’re shooting photography or video, film or digital, exposure generally boils down to three elements in your camera. ISO, aperture and shutter speed. All three of these things will affect your exposure, how bright the image is. But each will also change how the final image appears on the camera. Aperture changes your depth […]
Creating a soft and dramatic image doesnt require too many complicated settings and gear. In this short video, photographer Jeff Rojas will show you how to do it with aminimalistic approach. All he uses to create wonderful, dramatic portraits is one light placed overhead. Gear As for the gear, this is what Jeff uses: Strobe: […]
