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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
What better place to spend a Saturday morning than the zoo. You can enjoy some time outside, all while seeing a variety of both local and exotic animals you'd otherwise never dream of encountering. Zoos also are great place to try your hand at photographing wildlife! In this guide, we're talking about taking our camera to the zoo to capture natural looking images of animals in their element! We'll be covering what you need as well as tips and tricks that'll help you capture stunning, natural looking images of animals.
Above photograph © Mathew
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
Travel photography is a broad, catch-all genre that can encompass anything and everything from portraiture to landscapes to interiors to even wildlife and sports. One unifying aspect of the travel genre, though, is efficiency and a desire to have a kit that provides you with the most versatility and capability in the smallest package possible.
Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-180mm f/2.8 Lens
When building a kit, you’ll need to assess
by John Harris · Posted
When speaking with wildlife and bird photographers, the subject of camouflage always sparks conversation. Some are surprisingly dismissive, others are all-in and, of course, there are those of us in the middle, who understand the benefits, but are not quite ready to order a complete ghillie suit. In fact, camouflage gear is not a panacea, and all photographers should agree that your location, movements, techniques, scent, and even breathing have more impact on getting that great animal photograph than what you are wearing or under what you are
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
At some point, in the photographic journeys of many of us, we suffer from a chronic (or acute) case of Gear Acquisition Syndrome (GAS) and we keep buying stuff (thank YOU for shopping at B&H Photo!) that ends up in our camera bags. We launch into a holiday or family vacation wanting to be prepared for any photographic challenge, regardless of our destination. Super-telephoto action? Check. Wide-angle landscapes? Check. Moody street scenes?
by Daniel Wagner_1 · Posted
With so much gear to choose from, it’s not easy for the non-photographer or beginning photographer to know where to start. And as hard as it is for the non-photographer, it’s even harder for the person buying them a holiday gift. So, to make this holiday chore more fun, we’ve compiled 10 photographic items that should be as joyful to give as to receive.
1. Warm Photo Gloves
When snowflakes fall and temperatures plunge, keep your hands nice and toasty with a pair of
by Daniel Wagner_1 · Posted
Trying to pick out the perfect holiday gift for your niece, nephew, or other young person in your life can be difficult. Usually the last thing they want is a new sweater or something they would rather choose for themselves. Clearly, some of the best gifts are those that educate, inspire, and stimulate their developing minds. These are noble and commendable goals, and guaranteed to be a hit with parents. However, to be successful with recipients, gifts should provide hours of entertainment, as well. There’s nothing better than giving the gift
by John Harris · Posted
I can’t blame anyone but myself. I suggested the title based on the many times I’ve been asked this exact same question. So here I am attempting to answer the almost unanswerable—what camera should you buy for your upcoming trip to Italy, Africa, theme park, or... fill in the blank. Well, I suppose your destination does make a difference. If you know you will be climbing mountains or snorkeling, you will want to consider a camera that can withstand extreme environments or go underwater, and I will address that below, but because the variety of