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(Photo: Jim Fisher)
Digital cameras offer loads of flexibility when it comes to image processing, and most models include a few basic presets at a minimum, including black-and-white, natural, neutral, and vivid. Though the exact names might vary between manufacturers, you can likely make...
A different perspective on the typical DSLR vs mirrorless articles
NIKON D800E + 70-200mm f/4 @ 140mm, ISO 500, 1/500, f/5.6
By now, Nikon has completely switched focus from DSLRs to mirrorless with a rapidly growing set of lenses. Canon has made exactly the same transition. Except Pentax...
Canon TS-E 17mm 4.0L via Sigma MC-11 on Sony A7rII
Tilt/Shift lenses are rather exotic, they are mostly used for architecture or table top photography, and with the wide availability of post processing (correcting converging vertical lines and focus stacking) you see them very rarely nowadays...
There have always been people adapting lenses to other camera systems, but it was really the release of the Sony A7 that completely changed the game, being the first affordable fullframe mirrorless camera with a short flange focal distance, Liveview and built-in EVF.
This not only made it...
“What on earth can I possibly learn from grungy HDR images?”
I can’t read your mind but I can guess what you’re thinking! =)
I’ve had my fair share of overcooked HDR images and was deep in the HDR hole for the longest time. But I managed to pull myself out eventually. When I looked at the HDR...
The Blue Hour
If you’re looking to improve your urban architecture photography skills, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll share 12 tips to help you take better photos of cityscapes and other man-made structures. Let’s get started!
What You Will Need to Shoot Urban...
Taking pictures of animals in the outdoors can be an exciting way to experience nature, but it can also be challenging to get really great shots. To capture beautiful images of animals, it first helps to have an understanding of fundamental photography concepts. Once you have the fundamentals...
Film is back, and with its booming popularity, there are a lot of options to try. These are our top picks for the best 35mm film you can find today for a range of use cases.
Film is currently so popular that Kodak has said it “cannot keep up with demand” and “retailers are constantly telling us...
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Have you ever wondered about any of the following regarding film photography?
Is film still used in photography?
Do they still make 35mm films, or have 35mm films been discontinued? What about 120 or Medium Format (MF) Films? How about a Large Format or 4×5 Sheet Film?
Is film photography just...
For film photographers, digitizing film is arguably the most important part of the workflow. For me, there is no longer a debate of what is the best approach. Using a digital camera to digitize film is the only way.
Brought to you by Kyle McDougall, this video goes through Kyle's process and...
Earlier in the year I wrote about close-up lenses and how they can help you get closer to the subject for close-up photography. In this tutorial we’re going to look at another accessory you can buy to help you get up close – extension tubes.
The main benefit of buying extension tubes is that...
I’ve just read a comment from a photographer who said it’s time to stop shooting in black and white. He claimed we don’t see the world in black and white and it was something only done in the past due to the limitations at the time and it’s time to move on. Here’s a number of reasons why I think...
You’ve likely heard the term “shutter count” at least once or twice. And if you are not sure what is shutter count and why it is such an important concept in digital photography, this article is for you.
Shutter Life Expectancy
The shutter in your camera is a mechanical door that opens and...
Capture One has a great reputation for image quality but comes with a premium price tag. Does it live up to its reputation, and is that extra cost worth it compared to other programs? I tested it side by side with Adobe Lightroom Classic.
If you read my previous article, you will have seen that...
Among the best advice I like giving photographers is that they should print their photos. For many, this will mean going to a lab or print shop, in which case you should learn about profiling and calibration. The rest of you are likely more interested in getting your hands dirty and want to be...
Despite countless attempts and much trial followed by much error, I’ve never had particularly favourable results when pairing third party lenses with non-related camera bodies, and even less so when adapting them to mount.
Of course, there are many out here who swear by the oddball matches made...
In some ways, large format is the easiest branch of photography to learn. After all, the camera only has a shutter button and an adjustable aperture ring. Simply compose, focus, and click...that's all there is to it! I'm only saying that somewhat tongue in cheek. You can of course start to...
ALL PHOTOS © MATTHEW BERNUCCA
Matthew Bernucca thinks of photography as evidence of his life. He marks ordinary moments with photographs, shot exclusively on film, “like a notch on a timeline,” he says.
He’s aware this isn’t a new concept—social media sites are built upon diaristic sharing—but...
Since 1979 when the Hasselblad Foundation was formed to honor Hasselblad founder, Victor and his wife Erna Hasselblad, the Hasselblad Laureate has become one of the most prestigious photography awards in the world.
History was made for the second year in a row when Carrie Mae Weems became the...