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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
There are many ingredients that make up a good photographic portrait, from foreground to background, setting, pose, expression, color, lighting, and so on. That said, one element that can be as important to the result as the portrait sitter is the lens used to capture the portrait and help create
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Join the B&H Event Space's Kathy Garcia to demystify the world of analogue photography. Kathy covers the ins and outs of film photography and guides you on how to get started.
0:00 - Intro
1:15 - 35mm & Medium format film cameras
2:17 - Reading your camera
5:14 - What’s available
10:14 - Picking your film
20:57 - Loading your camera
25:34 - Measuring light
41:10 - Common emergencies
49:21 - Negatives
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Landscapes and wildlife are among the most challenging subject matter to capture well with a camera. Wildlife is unpredictable and despite your best efforts, will not respond to posing instructions. Landscapes are stationary but at the mercy of available light and weather conditions. All that being said, it is the unpredictable nature of landscape and wildlife photography that has earned these genres a very large, very dedicated, and very passionate following. The dedication of these photographers can make finding the right gift all the more
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
IN THIS ARTICLE
1. Outdoor Essentials2. Power Solutions3. Binoculars4. Bags and Backpacks
Exploring the outdoors is truly what life is all about, and odds are there's an outdoor enthusiast in your life. You'd think knowing their hobby is enough intel to aid you in finding the perfect gift but turns out that there's a lot of gear in the arsenal of the average outdoorsman. Fear not, for we have put together this carefully
by Steven Esposito · Posted
There comes a time in one’s life when you strongly consider starting a podcast with the people around you. No matter what the topic is, you’re going to need some gear. Microphones, cables, audio interfaces, mixers—thinking about all this gear can be overwhelming, but we’re here to help! Whether you are brand new to this wonderful hobby or a seasoned speaker looking to take your podcast to the next level, we have some suggestions for you.
Microphones For Podcasting
There are three general types of
by Luke Rollins · Posted
FUJIFILM's beloved instant photography format instax recently surpassed 100 million cameras and printers sold, all while eyeing its 30th anniversary. In spite of brand recognition that still lags behind Polaroid, instax has both the people's vote and the lion's share of sales, expanding that popularity into a full-on ecosystem of films and formats, analog and hybrid cameras, smartphone printers and digital capture devices, and, coming soon, commercial photobooths and other event-oriented products.
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Photographer Douglas Dubler comes to the B&H Event space to talk about the art of printing. His lecture covers all the basic color management steps necessary to get from a properly exposed capture to a custom fine art digital print.
0:00 - Intro
0:53 - About Douglas
6:19 - What makes a good print?
10:06 - Color accuracy
12:33 - Lighting matters & backgrounds
19:01 - Exposure and other camera settings
23:20 - Combining multiple exposures
24:58 - Focus stacking for maximum sharpness
28:24 - Exposing for highlight detail
30:13 -
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
There’s an old adage that gear doesn’t make the picture, it’s the photographer. This is partly true. A super-telephoto prime with a fast aperture will make quick work of busy backgrounds, and the faster focusing systems of high-end full-frame cameras will more easily track a bird’s eye in some of the most challenging lighting conditions. But there’s another factor to consider. At the heart of the image is a creative eye and technical proficiency. High-end camera gear only serves a purpose once you know what you’re doing.
In this guide, we’re
by Luke Rollins · Posted
Viltrox's AF Pro series began in 2025 with the Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.4 Pro FE, signaling the emerging third-party lens maker's entry into the professional prime lens.
Currently, the series has 85mm f/1.4 and 50mm f/1.4 full-frame, autofocus options for both Sony E-mount and Nikon Z-mount full-frame cameras. The series is especially notable for being one of a shallow roster of third party 85mm lenses with fast maximum
by Luke Rollins · Posted
Content creation has exploded into a multi-billion-dollar industry with no signs of slowing down. While it’s true that anyone with a smartphone can become a content creator, the shift toward polished productions might have you browsing some more professional gadgets. Luckily, affordable, easy-to-use gear is widely available for every kind of content creator. Let’s explore some options you might consider snagging for your new hobby or upcoming project.
Best vlogging cameras for content creators
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Are accessories essential to completing a look? As a camera store, we're not exactly fashion experts. That said, we can confidently say that certain photo accessories are essential to getting the most out of your compact cameras. In this guide, we're looking at the must-have accessories that every compact camera owner should own—from absolute necessities to the more stylish options. Let's get started.
Memory Cards
When unboxing a point-and-shoot camera, expect to find a camera, battery, wrist strap, and a charger. What's usually not included
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Taking photos has never been easier, whether you're using a smartphone, point-and-shoot, or mirrorless camera. It's a fact that no matter where we go, we almost always have some form of camera on hand, and while the opportunity for image making has changed, what hasn't changed is what makes a photo good.
The simple answer is photography composition, or the arrangement of elements in your frame. This concept can be confusing as all art subjective. That said, think of movies and music and how certain combinations of sounds and storytelling
by Steven Esposito · Posted
When it comes to preserving and protecting your digital photographs, choosing the right storage solution is critical. In this guide, we’ll walk you through some of the important factors to consider when shopping for a storage solution, including which specs to focus on and the different storage category types. We’ll also include some of our favorite storage options and explain what makes them so great.
Understanding Your Storage Capacity
A good rule of
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
When we head out into the great outdoors, there’s nothing more we need than our camera and lens. So long as you have a charged battery and an empty memory card, there’s little more you could ever need—that is, until that battery dies, it starts to rain, or a bird poops on your lens. How do we prepare for these inevitable conundrums? We bring the pertinent accessories, that’s how.
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Mike Foley teaches basic elements of retouching in Lightroom Classic. After watching, you'll have a new editing workflow that can be used for any type of photography.
0:00 - Intro
2:15 - Importing photos
3:40 - Lightroom library & develop
6:16 - Editing tools
8:00 - Exposure
15:40 - Contrast
21:25 - Make it look like it hasn't been retouched
25:43 - Editing the background
28:11 - Adding vignette
32:24 - Skin
41:11 - Adding grain
49:37 - Copying and pasting edits on another photo
54:49 - Editing for black & white photo
1:13:10 - Export