Wildlife photography is one genre where the right lens makes a big difference, and the wrong one simply won’t let you get the shot. Wild animals may not be at optimal distances and they frequently appear in challenging light. So, how can you find the best lens to overcome the challenges of wildlife photography?
Photography News: Sigma Sensor Rumor, Nikon Lens Price Raise
As photographers, do you have a dream image that you would like to capture? A photo that you have in your head and can't make it real? Every time I finally sit on a plane, calm down and switch into travel mode, images rush through my head. My dream photo...
LensMaster RH-2 Gimbal Head Review
Although the weight of new cameras and telephoto lenses has mostly decreased in recent years, I still recommend using a tripod to support long lenses for wildlife photography. An essential part of any tripod kit is a good quality head. Today, I will review the LensMaster RH-2 gimbal head, which...
How to Use the HSL/Color Panel in Adobe Lightroom
Today we're going to look at how and when to use the HSL and Color tools in Adobe Lightroom. The HSL/Color controls are some of the most powerful color editing tools that Lightroom offers. These tools are relatively straightforward once you know how they work, but they're easy to overlook....
Photography News: Manual Focus Mirrorless Lenses, OM-5 Rumors
Summer is often linked with traveling, and traveling, in turn, with photography. Right now, I'm starting to pack for an expedition to Ecuador, with the help of a packing list that I keep updated over time. Some of the items on the list are expected, some less so. For example, without...
Apple 14 Inch MacBook Pro Review: A Near-Perfect Photo and Video Powerhouse
Apple’s newest 14 inch MacBook Pro appears to offer a comprehensive package for editing photos and videos on the road, thanks to a gorgeous, high-resolution display, backed by their practically revolutionary M1 Pro and Max chips. Is it all too good to be true?
Star Trails on Ultra-Large Format Film
In January, I went on a road trip to Zion National Park in Utah. Only recently did I realize that I hadn’t destroyed (yes, destroyed) the best photo I took there, of star trails at night. How did that happen? It’s entirely my fault, but at least the story, and the results, are encouraging.
The Best Video Gimbals Available Today: 8 Tested
Thanks to the wide variety of camera-stabilizing gimbals on the market, it's relatively easy nowadays to shoot steady, professional-looking video footage. Major manufacturers like DJI and Zhiyun offer a variety of gimbal lines, and there's a whole mess of products within those lines. I've tested several of the best gimbals...
10 Underwater Photography Tips For Beginners
Underwater photography is a whole new world, where infinite photographic opportunities present themselves. It is also where even experienced photographers struggle at the beginning. Every aspect of photography becomes more complicated underwater. In this article, I will share some of my favorite tips to help you understand the basics of...
Photography News: A Wave Of New Lenses
When photographers talk about "natural light" in photography, we're usually referring to the sun. But the gift of light has also been given to some fascinating organisms that inhabit the planet. In the south of Europe, in Croatia, I encountered one of them a few days ago. The female glow-worm...