I’ve spent a lot of time pondering the best prime lens to use in recent years, as I’ve wanted to keep my gear to a minimum. Not so much to save on bulk or weight when taking it on a trip somewhere, but more to simplify my photography. I like just having one or two prime lenses. It forces me to work a little harder and look a little harder for compositions. That, to me, is what photography is all about. We should put a little effort into our craft and enjoy the process as we do it.

PSD templates streamline your workflow by packaging complex Photoshop effects into reusable files. Learning how to create your own means custom tools that exactly match your style and specific needs.

Sony Electronics has officially announced the GP-VPT3 Multi-Function Shooting Grip and the RMT-VP2 Wireless Remote Commander, both featuring Bluetooth wireless technology. These products are designed for use with Sony's Alpha Series cameras and Vlog Camera Series.

Understanding how light behaves is essential to taking control of your photos. Lighting not only elevates your technical skill but directly shapes how your viewers feel about your images.

I have wondered what it is that makes one photograph effective and another just a big yawn. Why is it that one photographer can make a photograph of an object and everyone's jaw drops to the floor, and another can make almost exactly the same photograph and no one is impressed—except the photographer’s mother, knowing being impressed is part of a mother's job description?

Finding the right wide angle lens is critical if you're shooting real estate, landscapes, or even vlogging. Here's a look at two popular options from Canon.

Editing can make or break your images, and mastering the details separates polished work from amateur results. Knowing what pitfalls to avoid can significantly improve your photos and streamline your workflow.

Adobe's recent shift toward the AI-focused Creative Cloud Pro plan makes now an ideal moment for photographers to reconsider their reliance on Adobe products. With the company automatically migrating subscribers to this pricier tier starting June 17, 2025, costs for individuals on annual plans are increasing from $60 to $70 monthly, and from $90 to $105 for month-to-month subscribers.

You don’t get good fast prime lenses at a bargain price—definitely not below $400. That’s what we thought. But this lens from Sirui seems to be an absolute hidden gem that we need to talk about.

Editing photos can be a challenge. With so many sliders and options to choose from, sometimes it makes sense to understand some fundamentals to build upon. Understanding the effect of undertones on the colors in an image can help bring sense to what might seem unpredictable.

Creating a clean, white background for portraits can be tricky, especially if you’re limited to just one light. Getting this right without relying on heavy editing can improve your skill set and streamline your workflow.

ASUS has unveiled its new high-performance desktop, the ROG G700, featuring advanced specifications tailored for demanding gaming and creeative tasks. Available with either AMD or Intel processors, the ROG G700 aims to deliver robust performance, easy upgradeability, and efficient thermal management.

Photography is an art form, but it can also be a powerful vehicle for social change. With the stability of our global food supply threatened by the startling collapse of bee colonies, one photographer is using his work to raise awareness of their plight and the consequences of neglecting it.

ASUS has unveiled its latest gaming laptops for 2025, the ROG Zephyrus G14 and G16, each targeting gamers and creative professionals looking for powerful performance in portable designs. Both laptops offer notable updates in display quality, processing power, and advanced cooling systems.

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has unveiled its latest generation of gaming laptops, the 2025 ROG Strix G16 and G18 series, featuring two distinct versions powered by Intel and AMD processors. Both editions bring significant enhancements to performance, display technology, cooling systems, and overall build quality.

ASUS has announced its latest laptop designed for creative professionals, the ProArt P16 (H7606), featuring high-end specifications tailored to the demands of digital artists, video editors, and content creators.

Open your inbox and you might see an invitation titled “Referrals.” If you’re one of a small group of U.S. creators, Instagram is offering real money—up to $20,000—for steering people to the app during a six-week pilot that began in mid-May.

On May 17, photographer Edwin Blanco and agency BackGrid USA filed separate suits alleging superstar Jennifer Lopez posted pictures of herself without the permission of the photographer.

On Monday, President Donald Trump signed the “Take It Down Act” into law, putting the United States among the first countries to impose criminal penalties on creators of non-consensual deepfake and revenge porn content. The bill, passed by a broad bipartisan majority in Congress, targets the rising threat of AI-generated explicit imagery and videos, especially those shared online without the subject’s consent.

If you love photographing vast landscapes, ancient cities, and magnificent architecture, you'll enjoy a visit to Morocco. In this article, I show you five of the best photo spots in the country.

Lighting portraits demands creativity and a clear vision. Whether you're aiming for elegance or drama, understanding lighting setups can dramatically improve your portrait photography.

Composition can make or break your landscape photography. Knowing how to direct attention, shape the viewer’s experience, and keep an image balanced transforms average photos into compelling ones.

The Faroe Islands offer stunning landscapes, but your best photos there might not feature the epic cliffs or famous waterfalls. Instead, they could reflect a more personal side of your photographic journey, revealing moments you'd least expect.

Skylum and Google have teamed up to bring Luminar Photo Editor to Android and ChromeOS. This move opens up powerful AI-driven editing tools to a wider range of mobile and Chromebook users.

Photography road trips often unfold in ways you don't anticipate, and learning how to handle these surprises can drastically shape your experience. Managing uncertainty effectively can help you create images that genuinely reflect your personal journey.

Adobe's new Adaptive Color Profile uses AI to analyze an image, adjusting color, tone, and contrast of raw images. Unlike presets, Adaptive Color Profile is not a "one size fits all." How would it work with night photography images, which are notoriously difficult for AI to interpret?

As a photographer, your photo library is one of the most important things to keep safe and backed up. Of course, you can have backups on multiple drives, cloud storage, and servers, but hardware can still fail. The risk is exceptionally high during or after a shoot, between the time you take the SD card out of the camera and plug it into your card reader. The last thing you want to see is a drive read error, but it happens. Luckily, there's an easy solution.

DJI has long been a household name when it comes to drones and camera stabilization, consistently pushing the boundaries of what compact gear can achieve. With the launch of the DJI Osmo Mobile 7 (OM7), the company has decided to bring a highly capable gimbal to the hands of beginners without the usual high price tag. While many smartphone gimbals are often geared toward enthusiasts or semi-pro users, the OM7 is designed to be a true entry-level option that doesn’t feel basic. It offers minimal compromise in functionality while still packing in big capabilities, making it one of the most approachable and reliable tools for new content creators to elevate their mobile shooting game.

Understanding where to position your softbox and choosing the right size matters more than you might realize. Good lighting isn't just about power; it's about placement, distance, and modifier size, which can dramatically alter the feel of your images.

Today, I’d like to share a personal story which some of you out there may just be able to relate to.

Photographers often hear about using fewer tools to spark creativity and sharpen skills, but does limiting yourself really improve your photography?

Returning to a location you've photographed multiple times can feel like hitting replay, but it’s actually one of the best ways to push your creativity. Each visit, approached thoughtfully, can challenge you in fresh ways and help you find new images even in familiar scenes.

Improving your photography doesn't have to mean expensive gear or exotic locations. Your own home can provide a space for effective practice and significant skill growth.

The Voigtlander Nokton 75mm f/1.5 Aspherical lens offers photographers a distinctive focal length with manual controls tailored specifically for portrait photography. Here's a look at how it performs.

What matters more—sensor size or how a camera fits into your real-world workflow? Recent comments from our Fstoppers community made me curious to delve into how typical photographers feel, and it revealed a lot more than just APS-C vs. full frame preferences.

When time is tight, creativity often feels like the first casualty. But imposing thoughtful limitations can actually improve your photographic eye and sharpen your skills.

I’ve been watching YouTube for well over two decades now, and along the way, there are a few creators who’ve genuinely stood out—not just because of their content, but because of the consistency, the heart, and the effort they put into every upload. One of those creators is Luke from Outdoor Boys. If you’re reading this and you’re among the nearly 15 million people who’ve subscribed to his channel, then you already know the kind of energy and passion he brought to every single video.

The Fujifilm GFX100RF has captured significant attention, offering a fresh twist on medium format photography. It blends high-end imaging with a form factor that might surprise you, standing out in a crowded camera market.

Removing unwanted elements from your images can drastically change their impact, and knowing how to quickly and effectively achieve this within Lightroom alone can streamline your editing workflow.

Astrophotography hinges on choosing the right location, often even more than equipment or technical skill. Whether you're battling city lights or traveling to remote spots, knowing how to select a dark sky location directly impacts the quality of your images.

Leica is observing a truly historic moment in 2025: the 100th anniversary of the Leica I camera. You might know the name Leica, but the introduction of the Leica I was more than just a product launch; it was an event that irrevocably altered the landscape of photography.

In the world of content creation, data is king, and losing it is a nightmare scenario, especially when you’re out in the field. While portable SSDs offer blistering speeds, their cost per terabyte can still sting, particularly when you need to store hefty raw files and uncompressed videos. The SanDisk G-DRIVE ArmorATD updates the classic portable hard drive with extra durability and a modern USB-C interface. But in an era dominated by solid-state speed, does this rugged hard drive still have a place in a creator's bag?

Understanding how to compose images beyond basic rules like thirds is vital for elevating your photography. It helps you tell more compelling visual stories and makes your photos stand out.

If you're feeling directionless with your photography, exploring paths—literal roads, rivers, or trails—can offer the structure and creative freedom you've been missing. Many renowned photographers have anchored their work around these journeys, resulting in compelling narratives and unexpected discoveries.

Developing your photography style isn't something that has to happen passively over years—it can and should be intentionally shaped. A well-defined style quickly communicates your value, attracting clients who genuinely appreciate your creative vision rather than just your pricing.

Street photography has its share of myths that can hold you back or limit your creativity. Understanding these misconceptions helps you find your unique path and approach, improving your images without unnecessary constraints.

Many photographers grapple with whether printing their images is necessary or if digital presentations alone suffice. Is it right for you?

Do you find you have limited time to head out to do landscape photography? I do, and the times I am able to carve out a few hours, when I get to my chosen location, the light is terrible. And disappointment quickly sets in, because I wanted to create a beautiful image. So now, I’ve changed my approach to landscape photography and focus on looking for a story to tell instead.

While the 360 camera market has seen a lot of entries from established names like GoPro and Ricoh, as well as upstarts like Insta360 and Kandao, there's one industry giant that's been notably silent: DJI. That may about to change.

DJI’s latest smartphone gimbal, the Osmo Mobile 7P, marks the brand’s seventh generation of innovative smartphone gimbals, bringing a completely new foldable design that’s even more compact and refined than before. It introduces a couple of pro features that really take content creation to the next level, including the new ActiveTrack 7.0 technology, which pushes three-axis stabilization and intelligent tracking to new heights. Compatible with a range of smart tools, capturing stabilized high-quality footage has never been easier. Judging by the letter “P” in its name and its expanded functionality, DJI seems to be clearly targeting the Osmo Mobile 7P toward pro smartphone videographers.