The “blue hour” is one of the most interesting and emotive times of day to capture photos. I’ve taken many of my favorite pictures at blue hour - even more than at sunrise or sunset. But what is blue hour, and how can you make the most of it?
Sony A7R IV Announcement
The megapixel race is still on and this time Sony is leading the pack with its new full-frame mirrorless offering. The company has just released its fourth iteration of the A7R camera and the specs look impressive. The new Sony A7R IV features a super high-resolution 61 MP full-frame BSI…
How to Take Better Reflection Photos
In this article, we will go through everything you need to know to capture beautiful reflections. We will go over equipment considerations, camera settings, on-location tips and considerations, as well as post-processing tips to make your reflection shots stand out.
Recommended Sony A6400 Settings
If you are confused by all the camera buttons and the long list of menu options in your Sony A6400, you are not the only one struggling with it. The Sony A6400 is an advanced mirrorless camera designed for both enthusiasts and professionals, so it has many complex functions and…
What Is Bulb Mode in Photography?
Photographers often feel frustrated by the 30-second shutter speed limit on many cameras. What they may not realize is that there is an easy way around this limitation - if you know how to use it. The solution is known as bulb mode.
Five Basic Rules of Post-Processing Your Photos
Many beginner and intermediate-level photographers struggle with post-processing their images, especially once they switch from shooting JPEG to RAW. In this article, I will share five basic rules of post-processing with our readers, which will hopefully make it easier to understand how to properly post-process images.
Take Better Night Sky Photos with Image Stacking
The night sky is one of the most alluring subjects for landscape photographers. It’s also one of the most frustrating. If you’ve ever tried to do star photography, you’ve probably run into all sorts of issues: blurred stars, high ISO noise, and shallow depth of field.
8 Zoo Photography Tips
Today we're going to look at eight useful tips for photographing animals at the zoo. The first question we need to answer when it comes to zoo photography is probably "why would I want to photograph at the zoo?" Zoo photography tends to be fairly controversial among photographers.
How to Photograph Fireworks – Everything You Need to Know
Wondering about photographing fireworks on 4th of July, New Year or some other event / occasion? In this article, we provide detailed information on how to best capture fireworks, what type of equipment to use and what camera settings to use during the process.
Mechanical vs Electronic Shutter vs EFCS
Many cameras today, especially mirrorless cameras, let you pick between a mechanical and electronic shutter. Others - including a lot of DSLRs - have a third option called “electronic front curtain shutter” (EFCS) which is a blend between the other two types.