Now available for preorder: Sony Portable Data Transmitter for Alpha cameras Preorders are open since today at BHphoto (Click here). ... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On Sony Camera By SonyAlpha Admin The Best Tripod Heads for Photos and Videos in 2024 A tripod head is one of the most important pieces of equipment a photographer can own. Most photographers start with cheap, shoddily built tripods with integrated heads, sometimes bought as part of a kit. While they don’t know it, these tripods aren’t worth their weight in plastic, which is a... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On Peta Pixel By Matt Williams Discovering Zoner Photo Studio X Pro's New and Attractive Functionality Since HDR has been used (wrongly) so much in the past, it's a good time to make people aware of the changes happening in the industry. Zoner Photo Studio X Pro's latest update includes its new True HDR process. This comprehensive software has much to offer, not least an end... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On Fstoppers By Ivor Rackham Hipstamatic Leverages Apple’s Live Photos to Make Digital Lenticulars Hipstamatic, the digital app that leans into analog vibes, announced what it calls a "new homage" to classic image making that uses Apple's Live Photos feature to generate lenticular images, similar to what the retro sequential multi-lens cameras of the 1990s made. [Read More]... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On Peta Pixel By Jaron Schneider Five Essential Tips for Protecting Your Camera in the Rain Embracing inclement weather, such as rain, can help add interest to your landscape photographs. Rain can add richness to colors, atmospheric mist, or even dark, moody clouds for grand scenes. But how do you protect your camera gear in these conditions? Here are five tips to help keep your camera... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On Fstoppers By Jeffrey Tadlock Corrections Officer Turned Photographer Gives Shelter Animals a Chance at a New Life In many ways, Hannah Lee Bratz's journey as a photographer is defined by second chances. [Read More]... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On Peta Pixel By Lisa Marie Segarra The Real Cost of Owning a Photography Studio: More Than Just Money As a photographer, you've likely dreamed of having your own dedicated studio space. It's easy to imagine the creative freedom and professional image that comes with a studio, but the reality involves much more than just taking pictures. Understanding the full scope of owning or renting a studio is crucial... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On Fstoppers By Alex Cooke Biden Administration Forgives $6.1B in Loans to Former Art Institute Students The Biden Administration will forgive $6.1 billion in student loan debt to nearly 317,000 borrowers who enrolled at the Art Institute between 2004 and 2017 as it has been determined that the school made "pervasive and substantial misrepresentations" about career prospects. [Read More]... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On Peta Pixel By Jaron Schneider New test images shot on the world’s most expensive lens: The 2 million dollar Leica Apo-Telyt-R 1600mm f/5.6 Kristian Dowling shortly tested the 2 million dollar Leica Apo-Telyt-R 1600mm f/5.6. He writes: Testing in-store at ‘the Classic Store’ Leica Camera, Wetzlar Germany. Liam Arning of the store was kind enough to let me take his portrait. While never created as a portrait lens in mind, I decided to... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On Sony Camera By SonyAlpha Admin How Todd Hido Creates His Landscape Photographs I recently was introduced to photographer Todd Hido in Jason Momoa’s docuseries on HBO. Momoa has a real affinity for Todd. I wish I had a fan like that; if you watch the show, you will see what I mean. [ Read More ] ... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On Fstoppers By Korbin Bielski Curiosity: Civil War movie with Sony A7IV and 70-200 GII Our reader Jonathan J spotted this curiosity: I just watched Civil War at the theater and it’s actually a movie about photojournalism. Kirsten Dunst’s character uses a Sony A7IV with a 70-200mm f/4.0 II in a lot of the movie with other wide angle lenses throughout. The kid that follows... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On Sony Camera By SonyAlpha Admin 5 Lightroom Mistakes to Avoid Editing is just as important as capturing the image, but there are many places where things can go wrong. This awesome video tutorial discusses five common mistakes people make in Lightroom and how to fix them. [ Read More ] ... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On Fstoppers By Alex Cooke Test reel roundup: Video samples you may have missed We've been pretty busy testing cameras over the past few weeks, and these days, camera testing usually includes shooting video samples to evaluate video quality.Recent Videos You can find these samples in our recent or upcoming camera reviews, but here's a quick roundup of video test reels we've shot recently... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On DP Review The Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM: A Budget-Friendly Lens for Everyday Photography While professional-grade lenses offer exceptional performance, they often come with a hefty price tag. For those seeking a more affordable option without compromising too much on quality, the Canon RF-S 18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM lens is a compelling choice. [ Read More ] ... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On Fstoppers By Alex Cooke Vivo V30 Pro Review: Among the Best Affordable Phones for Photography The Vivo V30 Pro may be a mid-range smartphone, but with Zeiss in the mix, the camera takes a decisive step forward compared to its predecessors. Until now, Vivo reserved its collaboration with Zeiss for its X Series, but no longer. The Zeiss tech makes the more affordable V Series... Published on 2024-05-03 As Seen On Peta Pixel By Ted Kritsonis Critique the Community Unique Lighting Photos with "Unique Lighting" Win $2,500 in Profoto Light Modifiers Welcome to another Critique the Community contest! Each month, Fstoppers is challenging our community to submit their best photographs for our Critique the Community show, and three lucky winners will win a variety of photography related prizes. For the month... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Fstoppers By Patrick Hall A Hidden Photoshop Hack for Epic Landscape Edits in 3 Easy Steps (VIDEO) What if we told you there's a "secret" Photoshop feature that will take your landscape edits to the next level, and that it delivers epic results for beginners and experienced users alike? This is exactly what you'll learn in the five-minute tutorial below from photographer Steve Arnold. Arnold is an... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Shutterbug By Ron Leach Bang For Your Buck? We Review the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 for Nikon Z Unlike Canon, Nikon understands the importance of a third-party lens manufacturer for a healthy ecosystem and a stronger incentive for any potential buyer. And thanks to that, we get more and more interesting lenses for their mirrorless Z mount, like this proven budget-friendly option. [ Read More ] ... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Fstoppers By Ondřej Vachek The 9 Incredible Artists Vying for the Nikon Emerging Photographer Award Nikon and Photo London have announced the nine shortlisted photographers in the Nikon Emerging Photographer Award 2024. The photographers showcase the power of visual storytelling and how a camera, in the right hands, can substantially impact the world. [Read More]... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Peta Pixel By Jeremy Gray Your Moment of Film Photography Zen: Wandering the Mojave Desert With a Leica M6 Whether you’re shooting for fun or for work, in the rush of modern life it can be all too easy to lose sight of the joy of photography. In this short, meditative interlude with no words, there’s plenty of inspiration to be found in just watching another photographer enjoying their... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Fstoppers By Gordon Webster The Best Lenses for Micro Four Thirds Cameras in 2024 While most of the attention in the photography world is focused on full-frame and APS-C products -- hardly surprising since those are what most companies focus on -- Micro Four Thirds is still one of the best systems on the market. [Read More]... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Peta Pixel By Matt Williams Shure MV7+ Review: The Best Studio Mic for Most People I've used a lot of different microphones over the past few years, but recent experience with Shure on The PetaPixel Podcast put its SM7db at the top of my tier list. Shure's new MV7+ doesn't quite unseat my number one favorite mic, but it comes darn close. [Read More]... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Peta Pixel By Jaron Schneider Is the DJI Pocket 3 the Best Camera of Year? My Six-Month Review There was a lot of positive feedback regarding the DJI Pocket 3 when it came out, but now that the dust has settled, has it continued to live up to the hype? [ Read More ] ... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Fstoppers By Alex Armitage Starting a Portfolio as a Photographer: An Encouraging Perspective When I was in college at the University of Minnesota, one of my senior-year classes at the Hubbard School of Journalism and Mass Communication involved putting together a website using Wix, to hopefully allow us to showcase some of the things we had worked on during our academic careers and... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Peta Pixel By John Bilbao Expanding Your Engagement Services with Hybrid Photography and Videography Staying competitive and offering unique services is crucial for success. One increasingly popular trend is hybrid shooting, which involves capturing both photos and videos during a single session. This approach allows photographers to cater to the growing demand for video content while maximizing their time and resources. [ Read More... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Fstoppers By Alex Cooke Watch the Powerful First Trailer for Lee Miller Biopic Starring Kate Winslet Fashion model turned war photographer Lee Miller (1907-1977) lived an incredible, at times tragic, life. Lee, a biopic about Miller starring award-winning actor Kate Winslet, has mirrored the eponymous artist's life insofar as it too has experienced its ups and downs. Finally, after nearly a decade, a trailer has arrived... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Peta Pixel By Jeremy Gray Google Photos May Give Users More Control Over Who They See and When Google Photos seems to have a new feature in the pipeline that would allow users more control over the faces they see in their libraries. [Read More]... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Peta Pixel By Lisa Marie Segarra Venus Optics Brings Two Wide-Angle Laowa Lenses to DJI Drones While many of DJI's most popular and affordable drones have built-in camera modules, some of the company's higher-end offerings have interchangeable camera systems and lens mounts. Zenmuse, Ronin, and Inspire series products, including gimbals and Inspire drones, accept DL lenses -- a proprietary DJI mount system. [Read More]... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Peta Pixel By Jeremy Gray The Power of Familiarity in Photography In landscape photography, there is a powerful reason why it's important to have a go-to location, which cannot be overstated. While the attraction of venturing into new and potentially uncharted territory may be strong, there also exists meaningful value in revisiting familiar spots time and again. This article will delve... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Fstoppers By Darren Spoonley New Close-Up Video Shows Sun’s ‘Fluffy’ Corona in Extreme Detail The European Space Agency (ESA) published a new video captured from its Solar Orbiter that provides an up-close, detailed look at the Sun's corona. [Read More]... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Peta Pixel By Jaron Schneider Peak Design and Roam Media Core Launch Sports Photography Scholarship Have you ever flipped through an REI catalog with a twinge of despair, or gazed with more questions than answers at the DICK’s Sporting Goods billboard? Perhaps you’ve wondered who shot those jobs and how they got the contract? Standing in the camping section, you suddenly realize why the 20-year-old... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Fstoppers By Michelle VanTine Choosing Between Color and Black and White Photography The decision of whether to shoot in color or black and white is a fundamental one, impacting the mood, tone, and overall message of an image. It's a choice that goes beyond mere aesthetics, leveraging the very essence of how we perceive and interpret the world around us. [ Read... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Fstoppers By Alex Cooke Firmware update roundup: Fujifilm, Nikon, Sony and Panasonic Fujifilm Fujifilm's X-H2 cameras both gain a series of improvements, including tap-to-track AF in movies, improved AF tracking performance in stills mode and direct Frame.io connectivity. Photo: Richard Butler Fujifilm has issued a series of firmware updates for its GFX100 II, X-T5, X-H2, X-H2S and X100VI.Recent Videos All five cameras... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On DP Review Top 20 best-selling cameras in fiscal year 2023 on Mapcamera: Sony gets six cameras into the top! Mapcamera shared the list of the most sold 20 cameras during their fiscal year 2023 (April 1 2023 to March 31 2024): Nikon Z8 Nikon Z f Sony α7C II Canon EOS R6 Mark II Sony α7RV Sony α7IV Fujifilm X-T5 Ricoh GR IIIx Sony α6700 Canon EOS R8 OM... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Sony Camera By SonyAlpha Admin The Sony a7 IV: A Photographer's Workhorse in 2024 The Sony a7 IV, despite being released in 2021, continues to be a relevant and powerful tool for photographers in 2024. [ Read More ] ... Published on 2024-05-02 As Seen On Fstoppers By Alex Cooke 1 2 3 … Next Camera Manufacturers CanonNikonSonyFujifilmOlympusPanasonicPentaxLeica Camera Stores Abe’s of MaineAdoramaB&H PhotoCalumetHunt’s Photo and VideoKEH CameraNational Camera ExchangeRitz CameraSamy’s Camera Photographers Steve McCurryLee JeffriesJimmy NelssonRehahnEric LafforgueManny LibrodoLisa KristineDavid LazarDaniel NortonGavin HoeyVanessa JoyCanon Explorer’s of LightNikon Embassadors Rick Hamilton