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Is Photography a Numbers Game?

June 27, 2024 By Spencer Cox 37 Comments

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I’m not sure precisely when I crossed 100,000 photos, but I’m well past that mark now. In another few weeks, my Lightroom catalog will hit 200,000. Even these might be rookie numbers if you’re a sports or wildlife photographer, or if you’ve been doing wedding photography for a while.

Nikon Z 35mm f/1.4 Announced: An Unexpected Budget Lens

June 25, 2024 By Spencer Cox 52 Comments

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Nikon just announced the first f/1.4 lens for the mirrorless Z system, the Nikon Z 35mm f/1.4. That’s the full name of this lens; there’s no “S” designation, which is a bit of a surprise. Another surprise is the price: At $600, it’s even cheaper than the f/1.8 version!

Adapting Lenses for Fun and Profit

June 25, 2024 By Jason Polak 20 Comments

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It seems that once you’ve bought into a camera mount, you’re stuck there unless you switch systems. But, in the dark realm of photography, there’s a way to cross the mysterious border between lens mounts. That’s adapting lenses – in other words, taking a lens from one system and mounting it to another.

Photography News: Pentax 17 Film Camera, Nikon Z 35mm Rumors

June 23, 2024 By Libor Vaicenbacher 25 Comments

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Everything comes to an end. After 17 days in the tropical Ecuadorian Andes, going from 300 meters to 4200 meters above sea level (660 to 13,800 feet), I am sitting in a gazebo in the middle of the Czech forest and writing these lines. Thousands of photos of birds and...

Exploring Soft Light and Hard Light in Photography

June 21, 2024 By Nicholas Hess 1 Comment

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Light is the basis of all photography, and the quality of light in your photo can make or break the image. Understanding the characteristics of light and how it interacts with your subject is essential for capturing captivating photographs. In this article, I will delve into the realm of soft...

The Fastest Memory Cards for Nikon: 36 Tested

June 20, 2024 By Libor Vaicenbacher 113 Comments

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I’ve updated my tests of the fastest memory cards for Nikon, now with 36 cards tested! This includes CFexpress, XQD, and SD cards. This update adds five new cards in total, which placed #9, #15, #16, #18, and #20. Plus, one of the new cards is my top pick for value.

Manual Mode with Auto ISO in Wildlife Photography

June 19, 2024 By Massimo Vignoli 34 Comments

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Using Manual Mode with Auto ISO is very useful for fast-paced wildlife photography. In this article, I’ll explain how to set Manual Mode + Auto ISO, how it works, and why it’s so effective. Also, I’ll provide some tips on optimizing exposure and maximizing your image quality in this mode.

Seven More Detailed Nikon Z6 III Comparison Articles Published!

June 17, 2024 By Spencer Cox 2 Comments

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I didn’t want to crowd the homepage by posting all of them here, but in addition to the Nikon Z6 II versus Nikon Z6 III comparison that Jason published earlier, we’ve also finalized another seven comparison articles between the Z6 III and its closest competitors. Links are below:

5 Things to Know About the Nikon Z6 III

June 17, 2024 By Spencer Cox 39 Comments

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Nikon just announced the Z6 III, building upon the earlier Z6 II substantially. Some of the Z6 III’s features aren’t found anywhere else in Nikon’s lineup, like the partially stacked CMOS sensor. This article breaks down the top 5 things you need to know about the Z6 III that aren’t obvious from the specs alone.

Nikon Z6 III Announcement: A High-Speed Hybrid

June 17, 2024 By Spencer Cox 33 Comments

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Nikon just announced the highly-anticipated Z6 III, a full-frame mirrorless camera that prioritizes speed and video capabilities. Compared to the previous generation Z6 II, the Z6 III has a much better autofocus system, a best-in-class viewfinder, and the world’s first “partially stacked” CMOS sensor. The video features are particularly improved.

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