Monthly Archives: July 2018
The A to Z of Photography: White Balance
White balance is a camera setting that adjusts the color balance of light the you’re shooting in so that it appears a neutral white, and it’s used to counteract the orange/yellow color of artificial light, for example, or the cold … Continue reading
SLC 2L-03: Use Your Second Light to Hide Your First Light
As promised in the last sunset lighting tip post, a second quick hack for dusk/lit portraiture. This one involves helping your camera's chip see a contrasty scene more like the way our eye sees it. Read more » Strobist
Sunrise Photography Tips for Beginners
Related note: only a few days left get the Sunrise/Sunset Recipe Cards at 65% Off Newbies in the world of photography always prioritize taking snapshots of sunsets. But photographing sunrises is just as rewarding. No album is complete without this … Continue reading
Just Posted: Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS Lens Review
Just posted: Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS Lens Review. Need a high quality, relatively light weight telephoto zoom for your Sony kit? This lens is a great choice. The Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS Lens is … Continue reading
Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2018 shortlist announced
The Royal Observatory Greenwich has unveiled a stunning shortlist of images for its 10th annual Insight Investment Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2018 competition. The shortlist has been whittled down from over 4,200 images submitted by photographers in 91 countries, with … Continue reading
Look. Think. Click. Don’t Rush Into Taking Those Action Photos
How can you improve your action photography? Everything moves so fast that it is a real challenge to make decent action photos. The best way to improve your high-speed action photography is to slow down. Don’t be mistaken that because … Continue reading
How to take a picture of the moon that doesn’t look like a tiny, white blob
How To Taking a good picture of our little satellite pal is harder than it seems, but a little prep makes a big difference. Get the best possible shot of the moon with a few photographic tips and a little … Continue reading
5 Essential Shots You Need to Get for Street Market Photography
A favorite subject for many street photographers is the market. It’s no surprise either, as these places have a lot of life going on, and therefore many good photography opportunities. The best way to get the most out of your … Continue reading
Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II USM
Canon has recently updated both of the 70-200mm telephoto zooms in its line-up that feature image stabilizers. The f/2.8 version, favoured by many professional and enthusiast photographers, reaches its third edition, with a merely minor refresh. A high-tech ‘Air Sphere … Continue reading
It’s official: Nikon announces development of a new mirrorless camera
It's official. After the release of the teaser video a couple of days ago and rumors that we'll see a new mirrorless camera from Nikon on August 23, Nikon has officially confirmed the development of a full-frame, Nikon FX-format, mirrorless … Continue reading
Check Out These Great Canon Used Telephoto Lens Deals at B&H
B&H’s Used Department has several great deals on popular Canon telephoto lenses in excellent condition. See below for details. Item Condition New Pricew/Rebates Used Price Used Canon EF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens 9 $ 12,999.00 $ 9,999.95 Used … Continue reading
Why You Should Avoid Shooting at Small Apertures Like F18 to F40
The bigger the number, the better, right? Wrong! The aperture is a strange thing and one you may find difficult to understand in depth. The first weird thing is that large numbers means a small apertures. It is very counter-intuitive. … Continue reading