We have two copies of the Nikon Z8 in-hand at Photography Life, and Libor has already taken his copy for a spin. Today we wanted to share with you some of the sample images he's taken, including full-resolution original raw files available for download - a first for Photography Life!...
Canon EOS R100 Announced: Basic Features, Great Price
The newest addition to Canon’s RF mount is the EOS R100, an entry-level APS-C mirrorless camera with a starting price of $479. Unsurprisingly, the EOS R100’s features are quite basic, and its tech feels a couple of generations old. But that’s by design – Canon’s goal here was price, not features.
Nikon Z 1.4x and 2.0x Teleconverters Review
Today, I’ll be reviewing Nikon’s first teleconverters for the Z mirrorless system: the TC-1.4x and TC-2.0x. These two teleconverters multiply your focal length by 1.4× and 2.0× respectively, with the usual loss of light. How do the Nikon Z TCs hold up in practice? I’ll answer in this review.
Photography News: Fujifilm X-S20 Rumors, Big Capture One Sale
The biggest buzz this month was definitely caused by the introduction of the Nikon Z8. Earlier this weekend, the Photography Life team got our hands on two copies of this long-awaited camera. I'm guessing that as I'm writing this Photography News, Spencer is hiking somewhere in the mountains around Denver...
Sirui Venus 35mm t/2.9 Anamorphic Review
Sirui’s 35mm full-frame anamorphic lens is a very interesting piece of equipment. While anamorphic lenses were previously the domain of cinema-focused lenses, Sirui's Venus series blurs the line between cinema and still photography, in part because of the great selection of compatible mounts. Is it worth using an anamorphic on...
Photography Lighting Setups Explained: A Beginner’s Guide
Light is everything in photography. It might be a cliché, but without light, there would be no image! Sometimes, you’re dependent on natural light; other times, you’ll have more control. In this article, I’ll explain a variety of lighting setups – from modifying natural light, to adding your own lights to a scene.
Nikon Z8 Field Report by Marsel van Oosten
Last month, I spent two weeks on the frozen sea ice along the coast of Baffin Island, Canada, searching for female polar bears who had just emerged from their dens with their newborn cubs. Knowing that encounters would likely not be closer than 100 meters, I decided the new Nikkor...
My New Favorite and Most-Used Camera Accessories
In this guide, I wanted to round up some of my favorite small accessories for photography. I’ve been traveling the last few weeks, and I’ve made use of all these products either in preparation for my trip, or while on the road. Here they are!
Photography News: Multiple New Cameras, Big Sales on M4/3
Baby animals love Spring as a good time to introduce themselves to the world. It seems that camera companies agree. This week, the long-awaited Nikon Z8 camera saw the light of day, but what other news happened in the photography world? It wasn't just Nikon who had something interesting happen...
Wildlife Photography Tips: Answering Common Questions (Part 1)
Welcome to the first article in a series dedicated to wildlife photography. I’m going to respond to some common questions I’ve heard from wildlife photographers both online and in my workshops. I’ll try to give you honest answers about equipment, planning, settings, and the process of wildlife photography in the field.