A Comparison of the Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 AF and Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lenses
Both the Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 AF and Sigma 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary offer Fujifilm X Series users approximately 35mm full frame equivalent focal lengths in tandem with very wide maximum apertures, making them versatile options for a variety of applications. That being said, Fujifilm's new 40-megapixel sensor can be quite demanding. Can these lenses keep up? This excellent video comparison takes a look at the performance and image quality you can expect.
What Has Canon Got up Its Sleeve for 360/VR Video?
Without much fanfare, Canon showed off a prototype consumer 360/180 VR camera shortly after Apple's reveal of its Vision Pro VR headset in June. Now, we have a better idea of what's under the hood.
What Happens When Your Film Is X-Rayed 19 Times?
One of the most frequently discussed topics in any film photography Facebook group is traveling with film. Newbies and old hands alike will share experiences of transiting through various airports, detailing their success rate of asking for hand checks of their film with security staff.
5 Tips for Keeping Your Photos and Lightroom Catalog Safe
Imagine the moment your computer stops working. It contains thousands of photos and a Lightroom Classic catalog. Imagine if all the work and effort you put into it is gone. The risk can be minimized when you take care of four or five things.
A 500mm Prime Lens for $329: What's the Catch?
TTArtisan has recently announced a 500mm f/6.3 lens for Sony E Mount, Leica L Mount, Nikon Z Mount, and Canon RF Mount, and it is only $329! So, what is the catch? In this video by Olle Nilsson, he reviews this lens and explains the positives and negatives.
Color-Match Any Image Using This Simple Yet Effective Plugin
Color grading is a science, and it can take professionals years to perfect. With so many variables in the mix, is this something that you would want to try for yourself? What if there was a plugin that could take out the time involved in the matching of colors over a series of images using a reference image, and in doing so, allow you to get the results you are seeking without as many hoops to jump through?
A Beginner's Guide to Working With Models
Working with professional models can be a fantastic way to really experiment with creative ideas and expand your portfolio. However, working with models is far different than working with normal clients. If you have not worked with them before, check out this helpful video tutorial that introduces you to many of the logistics that come with working with models as well as some of the most common working practices.
Backyard or Photo Studio?
Every now and then, the opportunities for creativity can be found right under your nose, or in your own backyard, in this case. I turned my backyard into a photo studio to create wild conceptual images.
A Review of the IRIX 15mm f/2.4 Dragonfly Lens
IRIX is one of the lesser-known lens manufacturers, but they produce some rather interesting lenses that promise high levels of image quality, particularly suitable for landscape photography. The 15mm f/2.4 Dragonfly offers a fairly wide maximum aperture paired with an ultra-wide focal length, all at a modest price, and this excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage.
Six of the World’s Most Expensive and Rare Film Cameras Ever Sold
Do you love camera gear? Have you recently come into a large sum of money you don't know how to spend? How about the opportunity to own one of the world's most expensive cameras ever sold at auction?
Farewell to a National Icon
If you roll back the clock to around 300 years ago, America was still in its infancy years. It was a time before the Revolutionary War, and the slave trade was thriving across the world. Across the Atlantic Ocean, in England, a small sapling was beginning to grow which would later become an icon, until now.
A Long-Term Review of the Fujifilm X-H2 Mirrorless Camera
The Fujifilm X-H2 mirrorless camera was a major step forward for the company's highly respected X Series, as it was the first body to add a high-resolution sensor, increasing its versatility and making it all the more desirable for photographers and filmmakers. How does it hold up in the long run? This great video review takes a look at the camera's performance and quality after a year of use.
A Review of the Highly Affordable TTArtisan 27mm f/2.8 Lens
TTArtisan has established themselves as a manufacturer of some of the cheapest lenses on the market, making them a popular option for anyone who wants access to a variety of common options at prices that will not break the bank. One such lens is the TTArtisan 27mm f/2.8, and this excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in practice.
Advice for Landing Your First Paid Photoshoot
There are few things in your journey as a budding photography as exciting as landing your first paid shoot, but how to actually go about making that happen is anything but clear. If you are ready to start getting paid for your work but struggling to find a client, check out this helpful video tutorial that offers some actionable advice on how to land your first photoshoot.
The Importance of Photography as a Hobby, Even When You're a Professional
When you are a professional photographer, your life is often extremely busy, and it is common for the fact of creating and taking pictures to go from an act of passion to one of work. And that can be a rather sad and even detrimental thing for both your professional work and your satisfaction as a creative. This insightful video essay discusses the issue and why it is so important to keep being a hobbyist photographer, even when you are a professional.
Canon Patents a Huge Range of Remarkable Lenses
Canon has been quite aggressive in developing and releasing RF mount lenses, and it looks like they intend to keep pressing forward, with over a dozen new patents showing plans for some pretty incredible options.
Fstoppers Photographer of the Month (September 2023): Yong Lei van Barlingen
The Fstoppers community is brimming with creative vision and talent. Every day, we comb through your work, looking for images to feature as the Photo of the Day or simply to admire your creativity and technical prowess. In 2023, we're featuring a new photographer every month, whose portfolio represents both stellar photographic achievement and a high level of involvement within the Fstoppers community.
Why I'm Returning My iPhone 15 Pro
The iPhone 15 Pro is an amazing phone, but after days of testing, I haven't found it to be a significant upgrade over last year's 14 Pro.
Helpful Tips for Editing Fall Photos in Lightroom
Fall is one of the most exciting times of year for landscape photographers, with vibrant colors abounding and numerous photo opportunities waiting everywhere you turn. Along with skills behind the camera, it takes a good edit to create a polished fall photo. This helpful video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer sharing some lesser-known tips and tools for creating compelling fall images that pop off the screen using Lightroom.
How to Get Better Results From Photoshop's Generative Fill Feature
Photoshop's Generative Fill feature is one of the program's most powerful capabilities to come along in quite some time, offering the ability to create entirely new editing paradigms and make established procedures far more efficient. Just like any other tool, though, there are some best practices it pays to be aware of. This helpful video tutorial features an experienced Photoshop pro sharing some useful advice that will show you how to get more out of the program's Generative Fill feature.
How to Become a Professional Portrait Photographer
Portrait photography is one of the most popular genres out there, and though it can be quite challenging, it can also be very rewarding. If you are just starting your portrait photography journey and feeling a bit overwhelmed, check out this fantastic video tutorial that shares everything you need to get started, ranging from technical skills to developing a creative mindset and starting a business.
7 Rite of Passages Photographers Go Through
How to Photograph the Auroras and Why There’s More to It Than Meets the Eye
It’s the time for many of us to see and photograph the auroras. Sadly, that generates a lot of invalid arguments about how the images should or should not look. But here's how you can capture them in all their glory.
A Review of the New Fujifilm XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR Lens
The Fujifilm XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR lens offers a giant range of focal lengths, making it an intriguing option for variety of photographers, particularly wildlife, bird, and sports shooters. Can it offer the performance and image quality needed in those demanding genres? This excellent video review takes a look at what you can expect from the lens in usage.