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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 Zack Young · Posted
Tripods are tricky pieces of gear because they often work well for years or even decades before wear and tear gets to be too much and they simply can't do the job anymore. Maybe they're struggling to get a steady pan, the setup shakes every time a heavy breeze blows, or the camera's continually a couple of degrees off balance, all telltale signs it's time for an upgrade. Replacing them can be daunting, with popular options ranging from $100 to $100,000. Below I'll present my top five features to consider when deciding which legs are worth the
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
In Part 1 of this three-part series, we discussed the advantages of using binoculars for astronomical viewing of the night sky and we talked about the different types of targets you can enjoy on clear, dark nights. At the conclusion of each section, I mentioned “binocular magnification considerations.” Here, we will get into that subject, as well as other characteristics of binoculars that make them better, or worse, for studying the stars. Then, in