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by John Harris · Posted
It would be foolish to claim that there is only one way to take a portrait, but there are some accepted norms and basic camera settings that you should understand if portraiture is to become your area of photographic interest. Remember though, as you walk down your creative path, that a portrait is more than a headshot, more than a beautiful photo of your subject; it is an opportunity to get to know someone, to have a visual conversation with a person, and to use your photographic skills to pass that understanding of the person on to the
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
Many interchangeable-lens cameras, be it DSLR or mirrorless, are sold today with what we call "kit" lenses. Current kit lenses, in general, thanks to computer technology and advanced manufacturing techniques, are more capable and of higher quality than those of yesteryear. However, many of us who use interchangeable-lens cameras feel the gravitational pull of other lenses that are not yet in our bags.
Adding lenses to your quiver is all about choices and selection and, in photography, we often find ourselves at a sort of "gear crossroads." The
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
Choosing a lens is a highly personal choice, and that’s especially true for wildlife photography. This is in the realm of the telephoto lens after all. While almost any focal length lens works for landscapes and other types of photography, in general, when it comes to photographing animals in the wild, you'll want to have the longest reach you can. In this guide, we’re going to discuss the factors one should consider when purchasing a lens for wildlife photography.
Focal Length
The first and most straightforward factor to consider is focal
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
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The prime lens vs. zoom lens debate is back, this time for wildlife. There are many features to consider when choosing a lens that's right for you. Matt takes these Canon lenses to Yellowstone National Park to see which focal length has better image quality, autofocus, low light performance, and more.
0:00 - Telephoto Prime or Zoom?
1:05 - Prime Lens Pros & Cons
3:38 - Zoom Lens Pros & Cons
5:12 - Image Quality
5:49 - Fall Off
6:14 - Autofocus (Speed, Accuracy & Tracking)
8:12 - Ease of Use
10:43 - Low Light
12:54 - Which Works
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
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It’s the question every photographer has asked: Do I get prime lenses or zoom lenses? Wedding and FUJIFILM X photographer John Branch IV takes a deep dive into this age-old question. There are pros and cons to each type of lens, so John will discuss what to consider before you buy!
0:00 - In Today's Video
0:28 - Zoom Lenses
3:50 - Prime Lenses
6:18 - How John Chooses His Lenses
7:19 - How Many Camera Bodies?
8:37 - What's Next?
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by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
There were nearly 200 new lenses released this year, many of which were iterations of an existing lens. Many of the lenses were also wholly new designs, whether first-party designs to pair with a new flagship camera or third-party innovations designed to fill the gaps in existing lineups.
With such a breadth of new lenses available in the past 12 months, we're narrowing things down to cover some of the highlights and most unique or exciting lenses that came out
by John Harris · Posted
Many photographers, attempting to postpone a major decision or save money, will buy a lens they believe will give them the results they desire, only to find that the lens does not perform as expected. When budget is a factor (and when isn’t it?), it’s important to select a telephoto lens that best serves your specific purposes. When it comes to sports and wildlife photography, the purposes are often similar—magnify distant subjects, separate the subject from background—but it’s worth understanding a few basic distinguishing features and how
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
The camera bag starts as an afterthought—something you get after you buy a camera and/or lenses, and for many, just about any camera bag will do the trick for them. But, when you get deeper into photography and expand your kit, the camera bag becomes an essential part of your everyday carry. There are many parallels between shopping for a camera bag and shopping for something like a pair of shoes—hundreds (maybe thousands?) of options,
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
Many of us believe that astrophotography requires a ton of know-how plus the investment of highly specialized (and expensive) gear to create successful images. The truth is that you can capture astrophotography with any camera and any lens. But, as the saying goes, your mileage may vary.
If you already have a camera and lens, you might want to head over to my three-part series Basic Backyard
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Which is better: primes or zooms? Get ready for a Sigma lens showdown: Iceland Edition! From the Aurora Borealis to travel portraits, Maria and Matt face off to answer this age-old question.
0:00 - Intro
1:32 - Northern Lights
6:39 - Diamond Beach Landscapes
10:51 - Travel Portraits
14:00 - Astrophotography
16:30 - Final Thoughts
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by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
If you want to cover all your bases, you only need three lenses: a wide-angle zoom, a standard zoom, and a telephoto zoom. This set is so practical that every major manufacturer has its own holy trinity of zooms. Sony happens to have two—one G Master set with f/2.8 apertures and a G series with f/4 apertures. You can’t go wrong with either, or mixing and matching for that matter, but let’s take a closer look at these two lens trinities and see which one is best for you.
What Lenses are in the Trinity?
Even though many photographers know
by Stepan Andranikian · Posted
So, you've decided to dive into the captivating world of portrait photography, but now you may be wondering, "What kind of lens would be best for me?" Let's look at various focal lengths, examine the differences between lenses, and explain how they impact your work. We'll also discuss the pros and cons of prime lenses and zoom lenses for portrait photography.
Your choice of focal length plays a pivotal role in framing your subject and influencing the final look of your photographs. As we delve into this topic, you'll notice that mid-telephoto
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The Pet Photographers Club co-founder Kirstie McConnell joins us for an introduction to gear for pet photographers. Learn about camera bodies and lenses while figuring out what works for you and how to get started with your pet photography.
0:00 - Introduction
4:30 - Camera Types: DSLRs vs. Mirrorless
21:10 - Autofocus
32:38 - Lens Options
51:27 - Super Telephoto Lenses
59:06 - Prime Lenses vs. Zoom Lenses
1:04:08 - Reviewing Pet Images
1:16:12 - Final Thoughts