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by M. Brett Smith · Posted
For more than 50 years, B&H Photo has been the creative professional’s choice for photo, video, and audio gear. But did you know we’re also one of the most trusted resources when it comes to buying and trading used gear?
With the B&H Trade-In program, you can turn your pre
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
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 Luke Rollins · Posted
What is it about the 2000s look that is so compelling right now? One could chalk it up to the eternal recurrence of 20-year nostalgia cycles, of which the retro digicam revival would be yet another instance. But this kind of historicism elides the character of what is missed, and why its retrieval is attempted in the first place.
Smartphone bad; we know this. Rejecting the smartphone, however, does not immediately lead one to retro digicams. One could just as easily move toward the nostalgia of film as toward the competent excellence of today
by Luke Rollins · Posted
By now, the film resurgence has eclipsed its charming underdog status to become a full-blown front in what has become an all-out, open revolt against the smartphone and its visual aesthetics. What distinguishes the “film look” from the digital—texture, material imperfections, color magic, and the analog halo of yesteryear—comes at a price tag as resurgent as the medium itself.
Despite the contradiction (or perhaps because of it), the pursuit of the film look in a digital format has become something of a cottage industry, with manufacturers,
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
The days of the large, dedicated photography studio being the norm are numbered, with many professionals preferring alternatives or using smaller spaces within their homes. This opens a Pandora’s box of tripping hazards and cramped conditions as light and background stands sit sprawled across the floor. These stands aren’t designed for these spaces, nor are they advantageous for more permanent fixtures.
At B&H, we understand the struggles of making do with small spaces, and while we’ve expanded over the years, we know that’s not
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
Building upon a long history of rangefinders, OM SYSTEM has introduced their latest iteration of the classic camera with the OM SYSTEM PEN. This portable, user-friendly camera combines the simple design of its predecessors with the accuracy and intelligence of newer mirrorless technology.
We had the opportunity to take the new PEN into the field to see how it performs, and how it stacks up in an ever
by Luke Rollins · Posted
IN THIS ARTICLE
1. (Don’t Fear) the Gear2. Good Dental Photography Is Good Photography3. Macro Discipline, Portrait Mindset4. Embrace the Flash5. Clinical, but with an Eye for Marketing
For dentists, the evidentiary benefits of a photographic practice go beyond meeting industry standards. They can be the foundation for professional development and the growth of your business. That said,
by Luke Rollins · Posted
At first glance, studio photography and the compact camera may seem strange bedfellows. The type of work associated with the studio—still life, product photography, portraiture, macro photography—usually wants cameras with larger sensors and interchangeable lenses, especially in professional applications. Compact, point-and-shoot cameras, for their part, have their natural home in everyday, travel, nightlife, and street applications, where their discretion and size become virtues.
It might seem almost cruel to introduce the compact to the
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
It's only natural that after using a pair of binoculars, some birders will find that they yearn for more, and the only way to practically get more reach is to use a spotting scope. These are essentially terrestrial telescopes, using one optical path to magnify an even greater distance than our typical handheld optics can manage.
As covered in our guide to choosing a spotting scope, finding the right scope can be as
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
After a busy start of the year, Sony returns with yet another exciting tool for wildlife and sports photographers. Introducing the portable FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS Super Telephoto Lens, an affordable zoom offering photographers of every skill level a tool to easily bring distant subjects closer.
Sony FE 100-400mm f/5.6-8 OSS
by Steven Wong · Posted
When processing photos for clients, you probably want to get in and out of the editing bay as quickly as possible. But it can be challenging to find the right professional display or monitor that fits into your workflow and budget. Don’t worry, we’re here to help with three things to keep in mind when considering a professional display. That way, you can find the perfect look and get back to shooting.
Color Accuracy
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Choosing a pair of binoculars can be as easy or as daunting as you want it to be. We’ve covered the technical aspects of binoculars, from magnification to glass quality, and how they affect your choice, but not everyone wants to get into all that. While yes, once we know the basics, we can better choose the pair that meets our particular needs, but that assumes we want to get into all that. If you do, check out our
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