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by Luke Rollins · Posted
Gear is never just gear. For professionals, gear represents livelihood, financial stability, and potential growth. Hobbyists see their artistic ambitions, the labor-hours invested in the gear’s acquisition, the satisfaction of knowledge gained, and what remains left to learn. Even novices can see in their gear their new path of embarkation and the road ahead to mastery.
Despite how laden with meaning these objects can be, they will nonetheless spend most of their lives in storage, waiting to be plucked for duty—and often with little thought
by Mary Latvis · Posted
No matter how compact your camera is, you’ll find that your film and video shoots will still require keeping multiple accessories close by. While hard cases keep these items safe for travel, they are quite bulky. Backpacks can hold many items, but they don’t always provide the quickest access. So for on-set use, smart creators turn to set bags and pouches to save space and time.
Tote Bags
A wide storage area and simple design make tote bags perfect for carrying a variety of accessories and supplies on set. Larger ones are handy for
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Godox has grown their flash lineup with the introduction of the Lux Junior II, a compact retro-styled flash reimagined for even greater versatility. For those unfamiliar, the Godox Lux series brought a classic style, reminiscent of the golden age of photography, into the modern era. The Lux Junior II continues this trend, while delivering new and exciting features that can only benefit the
by Luke Rollins · Posted
Whether you’re the designated photographer at a friend’s night out or a professional working an event, a compact, point-and-shoot camera can be a strategic choice for creating a distinctive look for your images. Depending on where you’re starting, the move to a compact camera can be either a step up from the smartphone or an embrace of a more limited feature set. In either case, the best event and party photography with a compact camera says one thing: you had to be there.
The number one advantage to using a compact camera is social. The
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Bird watching and photography seem to go hand in hand. While there are some who prefer to enjoy the sights free of distraction, there are others who like to record their findings to share with others. To do that, we need a camera and picking one can be overwhelming. Many opt for the tried-and-true bridge camera, but these are limited in the quality they can deliver.
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Experience the magic of pinhole photography with Heather Palecek. Learn how to build (and where to buy) a camera and receive tips for best practices. You'll be inspired to explore your creativity with this unique photography.
0:00 - Intro
4:48 - Info & history
20:42 - Different pinhole cameras and how to make them
37:27 - Dynamic pinhole photography
40:00 - Basic composition tips
41:13 - Portfolio
1:01:31 - Solar Journaling
1:04:10 - Community Garden project
1:07:16 - Surrender
1:08:27 - Observing the flow
1:11:04 - Transcendence
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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Content creation can be as simple as we make it, but if you truly want to make your content stand out, you’ll need the right tools to do it. Visually pleasing lighting and quality audio can go a long way to legitimizing your work and giving it a pro level feel. In this guide, we’ve put together a few kits ranging from budget friendly to higher end and everything in between.
Best Budget Kit
It’s said that the best camera is the one you have available. Odds are, you likely have a smartphone, so that’s our budget camera. Most modern smartphones
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Smartphones have forever changed the world of photography, making the art form more accessible and connecting people from across the world through the instantaneous sharing of images. For all their benefits, there are plenty of criticisms to be had, especially on the creative front. Smartphone cameras are, for some, everything one could want from a camera. For others, they lack the control and creative freedom that makes photography so interesting.
Who can blame one for having hard feelings against smartphones. After all, they nearly wiped
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Tamron has unveiled their latest mirrorless lens in the ultra-wide 12-20mm f/2.8 for Sony E Mount and Nikon Z Mount cameras. This full frame zoom lens delivers professional performance without the bulk and weight.
Tamron 12-20mm f/2.8 Lens
Characterized best by its dramatic wide-angle perspective, this zoom has
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
You don’t have to go far to capture fun and engaging images of wildlife. In fact, you may not have to go anywhere at all. A carefully landscaped yard and the right tools can attract an impressive variety of animal life to observe and photograph. Pair that with a little patience and soon you’ll be capturing stunning images from the comfort of your own home.
Attracting Birds
Birds are part of nearly every environment, from the densest cities to rural areas. While they are common, we’ll need to offer three essentials—water, shelter, and food—to
by Zack Young · Posted
B&H is excited to announce that our new Virtual Production and XR (Extended Reality) category is now live. Initial offerings include products for cinema capture, broadcast, live events, sports, education, and more, with an emphasis on LED volumes, IMLs (Interactive Media Labs), content creation, advertising, and tradeshows.
Current subcategories for browsing include
by Steven Esposito · Posted
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is currently underway with billions of fans tuning in to see their favorite teams on the pitch. For this year, FIFA named Lenovo as their Official Technology Partner, providing fans with deeper insights into player statistics and match analytics, bringing people even closer to the action no matter where they are. With such an ambitious task at hand, we must ask the question: How does any of this work?
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Adding to their already stellar lineup of sporting optics, Swarovski has announced their new AT Endura 21-65x75 Spotting Scope. This premium, lightweight scope allows you to see every nuance with exceptional clarity, all while offering the extremely rugged build outdoor enthusiasts have come to expect from the brand.
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Exposure can be challenging to master. There are many moving parts, and knowing which settings affect what aspect of our image takes time and practice. The goal might be to take full control and use manual exposure mode, but first, we need to learn the ropes using auto exposure modes.
These modes let us use our camera with a little help. As covered in our introduction to exposure article, photography consists of
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Sony has unveiled the RX10 V, and it’s been upgraded to meet the needs of photographers of all skill levels and genres. We had the chance to put this camera through its paces in all areas it excels, so let’s see what it can do for wildlife, sports, macro, and travel photography.
Wildlife
If you want to photograph birds and wildlife up close and personal, but don’t want to lug around a bunch