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For video lovers, the biggest point about the new iPhone 8, 8 Plus and X is the ability to shoot 4K UHD video at 60fps. They also all shoot 1080p at up to 240fps. 4K UHD at 60 frames per second is starting to become more common, though. the YI 4K action camera has been […]

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From time to time, photography could get you in trouble. For Photographer Jesse Walker and model Marisa Papen, the trouble came while they were shooting nudes in an ancient temple in Luxor, Egypt. They tried hiding from the guards to take the shots, but they got busted. As a result, they faced extremely unpleasant situations […]

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Phase One have today introduced a new variant of their IQ3 100MP digital back. The IQ3 100MP Trichromatic. Featuring a new Bayer filter CMOS sensor design, developed in partnership with Sony, the IQ3 100MP Trichromatic attempts to replicate how the human eye sees colour. The technology, Phase One say, promises that the Trichromatic back will […]

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Do you ever get under or overexposed photos when you use your cameras light meter? Do you get frustrated that even in auto-mode you cant get the correct exposure? Thats because there are two different type of light to deal with when taking a photo.

When you make a photograph the light is your raw material, which is why its important to understand how it works. Its a very broad topic to cover, so for this article, we are just going to focus on the difference between incident and... more

In this tutorial we will be going over how to create gorgeous in-camera flared effects that can add a lot of depth and interest to a simple portrait image. To do this we will be using a glass prism which can be found on any number of online retail sites. The glass prisms are generally […]

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We often hear stories from both sides of the fence on how much gear really matters. And there are many arguments both for and against Gear Acquisition Syndrome (GAS). We all go through the feelings of it at some point. I know I have. Whether or not we act on it is another matter entirely. […]

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We have reported before that Kodak could bring their Ektachrome film back this year. As the end of 2017 approaches, were anxious to hear the news regarding this launch. According to a comment they posted on Twitter, theyll be officially launching a limited amount of the film at the beginning of 2018. Judging from the […]

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The Leica M10 is, without doubt, a rather wonderful little camera. I’ll never own a Leica, because I simply can’t justify spending the kind of money that Leica commands. Especially on something I don’t really need. But it is interesting to see how the company and its cameras develop over time. Equally as fascinating, if […]

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When it comes to lighting, there is an infinite choice on how you can light your portrait subjects. Thats great and its addicting, but when you are starting out it can also be overwhelming. To counter the inevitable information overload that you will get researching lighting, it is a good idea to know a few basic setups that you can fall back on should you be pressed for time or should you need a backup. This article will introduce you to a basic two light setup often called clamshell... more

All the time, I see new flash and strobe owners ask “How do I fire these things?, which isn’t an unreasonable question. For speedlights, it’s fairly straightforward. You buy the one that fits your camera’s hotshoe, slide it on, and beyond that you read the manual to figure out what all the different functions do. […]

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