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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
At long last, Sony has unveiled the much-sought-after successor to their legendary RX10 bridge camera, the RX10 V. The perfect marriage of new and improved performance-enhancing features plus the hardware that made its predecessor so popular, the RX10 V is sure to excite. Let’s find out how.
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Fathers—you can’t get them anything because they keep on buying things for themselves. But what if you can find the one thing he didn’t know he needed? Well, that’s why I’m here. Today, I am going to tell you about some of the best tech-related gifts you can get dad this year all depending on the type of dad he is. Does he love sitting back and watching his favorite shows? Is he a business professional? Maybe he spends hours upon hours playing video games. No matter what he does, we have something in mind for him.
The Casual Dad
Casual dads
by Freddy Gerngross · Posted
Since its founding in 1992, DPA Microphones has gained a prestigious reputation in the audio industry for their mics' exceptional quality, crystalline transparency, and rugged and reliable build quality. And while DPA's microphones have found their way onto the stage with Beyonce, onto the sets of Game of Thrones, and into the concert halls of the world's greatest orchestras, what's perhaps most impactful to our world is the contributions they've made to the scientific community: DPA's microphones have enabled advancements in medicine,
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Students and those taking their first steps into the creative world don’t need the best and most expensive systems out there. Just like riding a bike, you need some training wheels before you become a world-class cyclist. As you become more seasoned with your capabilities and your workload becomes more intense, that is when you can start looking at more advanced systems. But for now, let’s take a look at what makes a good entry-level laptop for creative tasks.
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Paul Mobley and Ian Spanier have much in common: from starting their respective careers in New York City before relocating to the West Coast, to their knack for forging a human bond with portrait subjects, to an unrelenting drive to generate ambitious commercial assignments while being equally dedicated to complex personal projects.
Above Photograph © Ian Spanier
In today’s podcast, Paul and Ian compare notes on their photographic journeys from coast to coast, while discussing their shared inspiration for 20th century portrait masters such as
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
If there’s one area of wildlife photography that challenges even some of the most consummate artists, it’s birds in flight. A dynamic flight shot shows action, and a bit of technical prowess. As you can imagine, capturing birds in flight is no easy feat.
To consistently capture these shots, one must be proficient with their gear and have a knowledge of animal behavior. We’d go as far as to say you need a bit of luck too, but what is luck if not preparedness meeting opportunity. In order to make the most of the opportunities that present
by Oussmane Fall · Posted
Struggling with a fixed camera that can't capture every angle? Tired of shaky zooms or disruptive camera adjustments during your production sessions? PTZ cameras (pan-tilt-zoom) are the solution. Whether you're streaming a place of worship, teaching a virtual class, or broadcasting a medical demo, PTZ cameras are the game changers. They're flexible, user-friendly, and can make your production seamless and very concise. But with tons of options out there, where do you start? Let's break it down with a guide that's as relatable as it is pro, so
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How often do you think beyond the photos you make to consider the larger purpose they serve—both for yourself and, ideally, for a wider audience? In today’s show, we explore this idea while connecting the dots between picture making, process, and purpose. Our guides for this conversation are nature/landscape photographer and mountaineer Matt Payne, and street photographer, portraitist, and YouTube storyteller Sean Tucker. While Matt and Sean have widely different photographic specialties, they share much in common, from educational backgrounds
by Zack Young · Posted
For hundreds of thousands of creators around the globe, vlogging is a serious profession. Across popular platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, enterprising vloggers are capturing cooking, travel, sports, makeup, dating, friendship, family, and more, shooting captivating content that racks up billions of views. Their tools of choice span countless different cameras and manufacturers, from the ubiquitous smartphone to high-end mirrorless rigs. Today, we're breaking down seven of our favorite cameras for creating vlog-style content,
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“If you look very intensely and slowly things will happen that you never dreamed of before.” This Aaron Siskind quote neatly sums up the deeply contemplative discussion we had with landscape photographers John Paul Caponigro and Joel Simpson in this week’s podcast.
by Luke Rollins · Posted
Sony revives its compact, fixed-lens, full-frame camera line with the announcement of the RX1R III Digital Camera. Coming nearly a decade after the RX1R II, the new camera stuffs the Sony a7CR's high-resolution 61MP sensor and BIONZ XR processor into the same incredibly small form factor as its predecessor. It also boasts the same fixed Zeiss Sonnar T* 35mm f/2 lens, now strengthened by Sony's AI-powered autofocus, along with a redesigned top
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Photographers often react instinctively against artificial intelligence, typically focusing on controversial generative AI. Meanwhile, a different branch of AI technology—machine learning systems—has been making remarkable progress helping photographers manage overwhelming image workflows under tight deadlines.
Above Image © Sam Hurd
In today's show, we explore this trending topic in a discussion with Justin Benson and Sam Hurd, both accomplished wedding photographers and tech entrepreneurs.
Justin begins by clarifying the distinction between
by Jordan Gallant · Posted
Lots of big announcements this week, including new releases from Sony and LightPix Labs that should definitely appeal to hybrid shooters. Elsewhere, Aputure expanded its STORM series with two new LED monolights.
Sony Unveils New Flagship Camera
The biggest news this week was Sony’s unveiling of the a1 II, an upgrade of the original Alpha 1 flagship with some impressive new features and enhancements. The second generation
by Luke Rollins · Posted
The Sony a1 II mirrorless camera is the company’s most versatile camera yet, offering the best overall mixture of speed, video capabilities, high-resolution stills, and a robust, professional-worthy body design. It pulls much of the original a1’s well-rounded feature-set into an a9 III body and adds the AF and IBIS technologies introduced with the a7R V. It’s a camera meant for working professionals that can excel in commercial
by Rachel Leathe · Posted
It’s no secret that video has taken over. From TikTok to Times Square, it has infiltrated every corner of our lives. Meanwhile, the line between still photography and videography grows increasingly thin. You only need to glance at Instagram or Facebook to see this new order of things play out.
It’s no surprise that in the dawn of this new amalgam era, a certain class of cameras has emerged. As the name implies, hybrid cameras are adept at capturing video and stills. These cameras can serve as an entry point into video while still being capable