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About 95 filtered resultsby Mathew Malwitz · Posted
The new school year is nearly upon us, which means it’s time to start stocking up on necessary gear and supplies. For film and photo students, that means finding the camera and gear that’s right for you.
Generally, schools require a DSLR or mirrorless camera with detachable lenses and full manual controls. Far from the smartphone or point-and-shoot pocket camera many of us are used to. To help you get the perfect tool, we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite cameras broken down into four categories:
Best Overall Cameras
Best Mid
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
After the smartphone revolution, it appeared that the days of the compact camera were done. How wrong we were. It’s true that a few years back, point-and-shoot options were few and far between. There were just a handful of options on the market, and some industry titans even left the market entirely. Despite the long-rumored demise of the compact camera, it seems that photo enthusiasts still desire a dedicated device without the distractions that come with a smartphone.
What is a compact or “point-and-shoot” camera? Just because a camera is
by Luke Rollins · Posted
Third-party lens-maker Viltrox is announcing two new prime lenses for Sony E and Nikon Z full-frame cameras, the 35mm f/1.8 II EVO and 55mm f/1.8 EVO lenses. Joining an 85mm f/2 prime released in fall 2025, the new
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It takes a lot of guts to engage with a stranger on the street, ask probing questions about their struggles, and come away with a portrait and a story as a record of the human connection that was made. Now, imagine repeating this process countless times over 15 years under the moniker Humans of New York (HONY) and watching what started as a passion project take the world by storm.
Above Photograph © Brandon Stanton
In today’s show, we’re privileged to chat with this 21st
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Whether you’re an experienced astronomer or deep-space dilletante, finding the best telescope is no easy task. During the ’scope selection process, you’ll need to consider several factors, including telescope type, viewing application, magnification power, and more.
To help you find the best telescope for your astronomical ambitions, we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite ’scopes and separated
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News reporting has got to be one of the toughest markets for a visual journalist to crack. But the whirlwind of 24/7 news cycles and the pressures of telling human stories in rural news deserts have not deterred today’s guest, Keren Carrión, a photojournalist and short form video producer currently working on the NPR visuals team.
Above Photograph © Keren Carrión
Follow along as we chart Keren’s evolution from stills to documentary video stories to vertical social media clips that can be absorbed in two minutes or less. We also learn about the
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Sports photographer Jean Fruth sits down with legendary photographer Neil Leifer, the man behind the iconic Muhammad Ali photo (yes, that one). Both have captured defining moments that shaped the way we see sports. In their conversation, they discuss Neil’s career, his favorite images, and how sports photography has evolved over the years.
0:00 - Intro
1:00 - About Neil
2:30 - What changed in sports photography?
6:22 - What makes a great sports photo?
8:11 - Prep
11:50 - How has modern cameras change Neil's work?
16:27 - How Neil learned his
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Leica has introduced the latest evolution of its famous M rangefinder cameras. The M EV1 camera is the first M with an integrated electronic viewfinder, delivering modern mirrorless technology to the timeless Leica M design. This addition fulfills longtime Leica enthusiasts’ requests and makes it easier for newcomers to enter the M world.
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“If you look very intensely and slowly things will happen that you never dreamed of before.” This Aaron Siskind quote neatly sums up the deeply contemplative discussion we had with landscape photographers John Paul Caponigro and Joel Simpson in this week’s podcast.
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Photography was a hands-on practice back when it was invented in 1839. Today, photographer Eileen Rafferty will explore the practical resources to mimic the original techniques of handmade photography. You'll be inspired to take this crafted handmade approach to your images.
0:00 - Intro
3:38 - Early Photography
14:49 - Victorian Photocollage
24:40 - Cyanotypes, Lumens, and Chemigrams
33:51 - Lumens
39:08 - Chemigrams
46:24 - Alternative Printing and Surfaces
48:23 - Workshops
52:56 - Overprinting and Underprinting
56:47 - Closing
57:53 - Q
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Africa is the cradle of our civilization. Yet, most Westerners see this massive continent from a distance, and often through a scrim of largely negative headlines.
Above Photograph © Lou Jones
For more than a decade, Boston-based photographer Lou Jones has sought to challenge this misperception. In 2013, he launched an in-depth photographic documentation of individual countries across Africa under the title the panAFRICAproject.
Jones joins us on today’s podcast to recap his efforts to date, which currently encompasses a third of Africa’s 54
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The dynamic arena of competitive cycling photography is not for the faint of heart. This grueling specialty requires a mix of split-second reaction times, intuitive technical mastery, and the ability to anticipate—and even more important—embrace risk. It takes a special breed of photographer to continuously capture every ounce of emotion packed into this sport, from bruising injuries and bitter disappointments to the exaltation of a win.
Above photograph © Kristof Ramon
For today’s show, we’ve brought together two passionate cycling
by Jordan Gallant · Posted
This week, Canon released the RF 16-28mm STM compact zoom lens; FUJIFILM introduced the INSTAX WIDE EVO camera; Panasonic added three new 4K camcorders to its catalog; and Pelican rolled out new travel bag and storage ecosystems. On top of all that, NAMM 2025 started this week, so we saw tons of new music gear and technology from the biggest names in the industry.
Canon Adds a Compact RF Zoom
Boasting a compact, lightweight form factor, the
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Allan Weitz had little idea of the grand photographic adventures in store when he signed on as host of the B&H Photography Podcast shortly before the show’s debut in October 2015. As a self-described big mouth, and with more than 40 years as a working pro fueling his curiosity about all things photographic, Allan quickly honed his chops to become the voice of the show.
Above photograph © Allan Weitz
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Jeff Cable has been documenting the Olympic Games since 2008. Jeff will share some of his amazing Olympic images and recount his experiences. He'll discusses how the evolution of technology in cameras, lenses, memory cards, and other gear has revolutionized his approach to photography.
0:00 - Intro
2:05 - Just like the athletes
4:20 - Relying on technology / The change of cameras over time
13:02 - The change of lenses over time
17:57 - The change of memory cards over time
23:00 - The change of computers and the internet over time
29:39 -