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"Can you hear that mirror? Isn't that so satisfying?"
In the 2020s, are DSLRs still dead, gone, and buried? Perhaps not! Some professional photographers swear by the Nikon D850, and there are still advantages to using DSLR cameras over mirrorless. Join Sam for a studio portrait photoshoot and in-field landscape photography test to see if the Nikon D850 holds up to our 2026 standards.
0:00 - Today's DSLR
1:09 - Optical Viewfinder
2:36 - Sensor & Weather Sealing
3:46 - Camera Shutter ASMR Moment
4:17 - How DSLRs Make You a Better
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Expert aerial street photographer Natalie Amrossi (also known as Misshattan) tries her hand at taking headshots, with the help of Peter Hurley. Join them in this all-new series, Show Me the Ropes!
0:00 - In This Video
1:18 - Setup 1
8:40 - Setup 2
14:23 - What's Next?
Amrossi will be at this year’s B&H Bild Expo, on September 6 and 7, at the Javits Center, in New York. Learn more and RSVP.
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Are you planning to photograph jewelry on a model, but feel intimidated by the shine? FUJIFILM X CREATOR @Shotti NYC demonstrates how easy it is to capture these reflective objects while also posing your model.
0:00 - Introduction
0:22 - Lighting
2:09 - Camera and Lens
3:01 - Settings
3:20 - Natural Lighting Tips
3:46 - Types of Metallic Jewelry Colors
4:23 - Posing
5:02 - Final Thoughts
Did you find these tips helpful? Do you have any of your own you wish to share? Talk to us in the Comments section, below.
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Join Jabari Holder in the studio as he breaks down a three-point lighting setup in less than five minutes. He explains why a basic lighting technique is perfect for interviews, talking-head shots, YouTube videos, portrait photography, and more. What is your go-to lighting setup?
0:00 - Introduction
0:21 - Initial Tips
0:55 - Key Light
2:12 - Fill Light
2:41 - Hair Light
2:58 - Additional Tips
3:12 - The Possibilities
3:49 - Final Thoughts
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Professional photographer Sandra Coan takes you behind the scenes with this instructional video on using strobe lighting to photograph newborn babies. Learn how to recreate natural lighting, how to diffuse light, where to place your strobes, how to pose babies, and more.
Have you done any photographing of newborns using strobes? Did the bright flashes of light startle them and make them cry? Tell us about your adventures photographing babies, in the Comments section, below.
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Brandi Nicole shares five creative photography ideas for using the Nanlite Pavotube II 30X Lighting Kit. Go behind the scenes in her home studio and learn how to use these RGBWW LED tube lights. We hope these portrait photography tips inspire you to try your own photo shoot at home.
How do you get creative with your photography lighting? Tell us, in the Comments section.
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Profoto’s new 250Ws B10X and 500Ws B10X Plus OCF flash heads were designed with hybrid photo and video creators in mind. Boasting shorter recycle times and brighter LED modeling lights than the B10 and B10 Plus, the duo offer improved performance while retaining the features that made their predecessors so popular in the first place
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Peter Hurley discusses his gear setup and camera settings for headshot photography. He offers advice about what to look for in a camera lens, as well as how to balance ISO, aperture, and shutter speed settings for optimal results.
What gear and settings do you use for your own headshot photography? Engage us in conversation in the Comments, below.
Want to learn more from Peter Hurley? Watch the rest of the episodes in this series:
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Join Peter Hurley in his photo studio as he shows you how to light a headshot using speedlights and strobes.
Do you have a preference for speedlights or strobes? Tell us about your own lighting setup in the Comments, below.
Want to learn more from Peter Hurley? Watch the rest of the episodes in this series:
Part 1: Natural & Continuous Lighting for Headshots
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Go behind the scenes on a photoshoot with Peter Hurley as he shows you how to light your headshots using natural or continuous light.
What kind of photography lighting is your favorite? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
Want to learn more from Peter Hurley? Watch the rest of the episodes in this series:
Part 2: Speedlights & Strobes for Headshots
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Profoto has unveiled the Pro-11 2400 AirTTL Power Pack, adding AirX connectivity as well as a variety of internal and external design upgrades to its flagship power pack. A familiar sight on fashion, action, and high-speed photo sets, Profoto’s power packs have earned their namesake, providing dependable, top-tier performance on some of the most demanding jobs in the photo industry. Capable of firing as fast as 1/80,000 second, the Pro-11 is equipped
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Westcott has just added two new lights to its FJ Wireless Flash System: the FJ80 Universal Touchscreen 80Ws Speedlight and the FJ200 200Ws Strobe. As the latest additions to the FJ lineup, both lights are designed to maximize compatibility across camera brands. The FJ80 can sit atop virtually any camera while the FJ200 works in tandem with
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Join renowned celebrity portrait photographer Mark Mann for an informative workshop in association with Rotolight! Mann discusses his choices for photography studio lighting, continuous lighting, and shows you his portrait-lighting techniques.
Mark Mann is an accomplished photographer with a wealth of experience shooting for high profile magazines like Esquire, CNET, and Deadline, Mann has captured some of the world’s most famous faces including Martin Freeman, Barack Obama, and Martin Scorsese.
Sponsored by Rotolight.
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Join legendary photographer and lighting expert Gary Fong as he shows us how to create dramatic lighting effects, anywhere or anytime, using on and off-camera flash and modifiers in conjunction with High-Speed-Sync to completely control, mix, and shape your portrait photography.
Among the techniques covered are: how to create blue skies on a cloudy day, how to create dramatic black-and-white portraiture in broad daylight; how to turn an ugly background into a spectacularly dramatic background. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to