Holiday 2023

by Steven Esposito ·Posted
Whether you're a professional DJ or just taking your first steps into photography, a capable machine is essential because it is the cornerstone of your workflow. There are many factors to consider when shopping for a laptop and, in this guide, our goal is to help you get a better idea of what specs are going to matter the most for the most common content creation applications. Best Laptops for Photographers and Videographers on the Go Videographers and photographers constantly on the move need a workstation that's powerful enough to handle
by Bjorn Petersen ·Posted
One of the most prolific brands in 2023, Sony had an all-star year with numerous camera and lens releases, including several major releases in a variety of categories. Between the major cine announcement of the BURANO, the global shutter-enabled a9 III mirrorless camera, or the long-awaited FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS, Sony had at least one appealing announcement for nearly every photographer and filmmaker. Cameras Sony has championed the dedicated vlogging camera for a few years now, even introducing an entire line (
by Bjorn Petersen ·Posted
Canon is a brand that has always drawn attention, interest, and intrigue with its new releases, and, in 2023, the company didn’t disappoint—especially on the lens front. With an admirable range and number of new products this past year, it seems that Canon is building up to something big and bold in the future. The cameras were mainly focused on creating a solid foundation for entry-level and mid-level shooters, and the lenses span the gamut between compact kit lenses and fully fledged professional super-telephotos. Let’s take a closer look at
by Bjorn Petersen ·Posted
2023 has been a busy year on the optics front, with all brands showing a bevy of new releases spanning super-telephoto zooms to ultra-wide primes. Mirrorless camera development has reached a state of maturity now, and brands seem to be more focused on rounding out and filling in lens lineups to suit the different tiers of cameras and to address the broad variety of shooting genres. Here are some of our picks for the top lenses of the year. Canon Canon released a few significant lenses this year, but the standout lens has to be the
by Bjorn Petersen ·Posted
Super-telephoto lenses and wildlife photography go hand-in-hand. These longer focal length primes and zooms allow you to get closer, seemingly, and fill your frame with distant subjects, like wild animals. Traditionally, these lenses also tend to house some of the most advanced and robust focusing systems, often feature built-in image stabilization, and usually sport weather-sealed exteriors. This past year was a fruitful year for wildlife lens releases, with many brands introducing a new super-telephoto or two to match the evolution and
by Bjorn Petersen ·Posted
Mirrorless camera technology continues to evolve in 2023. Though some people want to define a camera as "video-centric" or "built for stills," some of the best cameras manage to balance the two by taking the so-called "hybrid" path. Compared to, say, a cine camera, the inability to pin down what a mirrorless camera is or should do makes it a highly versatile platform capable of anything from everyday photo taking to high-budget Hollywood productions. To see manual focus, stills-only rangefinders sharing a space with the first mirrorless
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Camera backpacks are essential for photographers and videographers, whatever their skill level may be. In this video, we’ll go over some options to help you pick the best one for your needs. 0:00 – Introduction 0:17 – For Beginner Creators 1:30 – For Experienced Creators 3:40 – Final Thoughts What is your favorite camera backpack? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
by Stepan Andranikian ·Posted
Your gear is worth protecting. Sure, the extra cases and compartments might feel like overkill at times, but don’t you feel better knowing your precious, expensive tools aren’t jostling around in your bag or collecting dust on a shelf? Protection is not only important in case of an accident―it ensures the longevity of your gear. Today, we are spotlighting protective accessories with Ruggard, a brand that spans a wide array of camera bags, cases,
by Todd Vorenkamp ·Posted
If you want to take your astrophotographs to new atmospheres, the gear you need is not necessarily a new camera or lens, it is a star tracker. Yes, a high-resolution camera and fine glass are a must for great astrophotos, but the star tracker is the tool that will help you ally yourself with the physics of our world and give you a fighting chance to create better
by Stepan Andranikian ·Posted
Fashion photography undertakes the deceptively difficult task of capturing the nature and spirit of a garment while conveying the designer's underlying vision. Doing so successfully already requires immense skill and artistry, so it helps to have the right camera for the job. We’ll be looking at a few cameras suitable for fashion photography, as well as some camera fundamentals to help inform your future purchase. Let’s begin with essential features. Camera Sensor Your camera’s sensor should be your first consideration, because it is
by Andrew Eisele ·Posted
It’s that time of year again—with the holidays are just around the corner, everyone is in a celebratory mood. If you find yourself wanting to buy a sound system and have no idea where to start, then this beginner’s buying guide will be of great help. For a beginner system, I highly recommend a powered speaker because they contain the built-in amplifiers that are optimized for the best sound. You don’t have to worry about calculations or providing additional equipment like amp racks and heavy speaker cables. Some powered speakers include built-
by Mary Latvis ·Posted
Welcome to Filmmaking 101, where we offer some tips on how to go about creating your movie masterpiece. Read on to discover suggestions for your pre-production, production, and post-production phases. Pre-Production Scriptwriting You have your idea for an arthouse masterpiece or an action-based blockbuster; now how do you translate that into a script―the backbone of your production? You can use MS Word, Google Docs, or another document program. But using dedicated screenwriting software provides the standard formatting, outline tools,
by Todd Vorenkamp ·Posted
If you thought the half-life of a modern digital camera was short, you probably don’t pay attention to the ever-changing landscape of the B&H SuperStore shelves when it comes to camera bags. You can’t swing a mirrorless camera around that section of the SuperStore without hitting a brand-new release from many top brands. Camera bag manufacturers are constantly finding new and innovative ways to let you carry and protect
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Join Erika Huse as she packs her filmmaking gear into Nanuk’s 935 Hard Case and N-PVD Backpack, using Nanuk’s N-Cubik ecosystem. With this system, Nanuk's internal organizers and tech pouches integrate with Nanuk’s hard cases and bags seamlessly. 0:00 - Introduction 1:05 - 935 Hard Case 13L, 13M, and
by Steven Wong ·Posted
Wacom adds ease and comfort to your professional content workflow with the launch of the Cintiq Pro 17 and Cintiq Pro 22 Creative Pen and Touch Displays. Featuring 17.3" and 21.5" touchscreens, respectively, these creative displays deliver a natural pen-and-paper feel as you draw illustrations,