Which of These Incredible Lenses Is Better?
As a Canon user, perhaps no lens has me more jealous of other camera systems than the 35-150mm f/2-2.8. Arguably one of the most versatile lens designs, such lenses can cover a huge range of needs and applications. Both Tamron and Samyang make 35-150mm f/2-2.8 options with different advantages and prices. Which is right for you? This excellent video comparison takes a look at both to help you decide.
Robert Capa at D-Day: What Was and Could've Been
In the archives of photography, few moments have been as pivotal as Robert Capa's coverage of the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944. Capa stepped onto the beaches of Normandy and captured the raw intensity of one of the most significant events of World War II, and, it can be argued, one of the most significant events in history. Despite the chaotic atmosphere, Capa's work stands as a testament to the power and importance of photojournalism. We've all seen the photos. They are some of the most iconic images captured during war. However, due to a darkroom mishap, many of those moments he captured are gone forever.
Why Embracing Abstract Photography Will Improve All Your Images and How to Do It
Abstract photography, do you hate it or love it? Either way, there’s a lot we can learn from the techniques and utilize them in our other photographic work.
How to Light a Fashion and Hair Competition Portrait
Lighting can make or break a portrait, and sometimes, you will be asked by a client to tailor your lighting design to accentuate specific characteristics or features of your subject. In this great video tutorial, you will see a photographer team up with a world-class barber to create images for a hairstyling competition and learn how a combination of lighting and editing came together to create the final images.
Why Sharp Photos Sometimes Don't Look Sharp
It can be a strange experience to take a photo you know is sharp, only for it to look soft despite getting everything right. If you know your technique is solid, but your photos still do not look sharp enough, check out this great video tutorial that discusses some of the reasons technically sharp photos can look soft and what you can do to improve them.
Simple Editing Tricks for Adding Emphasis to Your Landscape Photos
Almost no landscape image is finished when you press the shutter; pretty much every photo you take is going to require some level of editing to produce a finished product. Editing does not have to be complicated, though. This fantastic video tutorial features an experienced landscape photographer sharing some useful and straightforward techniques for creating compelling edits of your landscape images.
Macro Gone Mobile: We Review SANDMARC Macro 100mm for iPhone
If you've wanted to try macro photography but didn't want to outlay on all the special equipment necessary, you're in luck. If you're an iPhone user, SANDMARC has a 100mm Macro lens you can screw onto your phone, and I put it through its paces.
5 Essentials for Beginners to Start Their Seascape Photography Journey
Ah, the allure of the sea! The crashing waves, the salty air, and the breathtaking beauty of the coastline. If you're a beginner photographer looking to embark on a seascape photography journey, you're in for a treat.
Canon Readies More Advanced Camera Sensors
The Canon EOS R3 represented a major step forward for the company, bringing with it the first stacked sensor in a Canon camera, helping them to get back into competition with the likes of Sony. It looks like the company intends to bring that technology to more cameras soon.
A Review of the Pergear 14mm f/2.8 Mark II Lens
14mm f/2.8 lenses are useful for range of applications, particularly landscape and astrophotography. At less than $300, the Pergear 14mm f/2.8 Mark II is on the affordable end of the spectrum, making it an intriguing option. Can it keep up with more expensive lenses? This great video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage.
What Happened to Photo Credits?
Back in my college days, when I first started taking photographs, I pursued magazine photography because I loved seeing my name printed in the magazine. Often, I wasn’t being paid for my services and the photo credit was payment enough for me. When I incorporated my business some 20+ years ago, I named my company "photo: John Ricard, LLC" because it resembled a photo credit.
Are You Cropping Your Landscape Photos Correctly?
One of the best benefits of digital images with high resolution is that you can crop them to essentially aspect ratio you please, but there is a drawback as well: we often do not put as much thought into the final crop of a photo before we press the shutter as we did in the days of film. This great video tutorial discusses the issue and offers some helpful advice for better crops of your landscape photos.
A Review of the Versatile Canon RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM Lens
In the past few years, we have seen some nice advancements in the quality of superzoom lenses, and there are now several options that offer good results along with the unmatched versatility of a huge range of focal lengths. For Canon shooters, there is the RF 24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM, and this excellent video review takes a look at the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from it in usage.
Is This the Ultimate Wedding Photography Lens?
Wedding photographers place a lot of demands on their lenses: they need wide apertures, great autofocus performance, sharp image quality, and a variety of focal lengths. As such, most wedding photographers carry several lenses, which can be both expensive and a bit of a logistical pain. And so, the thought of a lens that could replace several lenses and do so at a far cheaper price is quite intriguing. Can it offer the sort of performance and image quality wedding photographers need? This great video takes a look.
Parent Influencers: Monetizing Your Children Now Comes at a Cost
A new Illinois law forces adults who profit from their kids' content to set aside a percentage of their earnings. Does this go far enough to protect kidfluencers?
How to Price Your Photography
There are no hard and fast set of rules for how to price your photography, which can make it difficult to know how to set your prices in order to make a decent profit without driving away too many potential clients. If you are new to the business of photography, check out this fantastic video tutorial that will show you some fantastic advice on pricing your work.
Canon Continues to Restrict Third-Party Lenses, Frustrating Photographers
Canon's RF mount has generally produced some quite impressive lenses, but the company has also been quite aggressive in stopping third-party manufacturers from creating lenses for the mount, much to the frustration of many photographers. In a recent interview, the company has confirmed that their strategy has effectively not changed.
The Perfect Frames for Your Photos
Finding the perfect print option for your images can be daunting. Figuring out which paper to use is just the first part of the task. At least equally important for a printed photo's visual appeal is the right frame choice. And in this article, I show you frames that can elevate your images.
A Long-Term Review of the Fujifilm X-T5 Mirrorless Camera
The X-T5 mirrorless camera took Fujifilm's highly popular X Series platform and upgraded it with a huge range of new features and advancements, the most notable being that new 40-megapixel sensor, the highest ever seen in such a camera. This great video review takes a long-term look at the camera and the sort of performance and image quality you can expect from the camera in real-world usage.
The Power of Leading Lines in Landscape Photography
Leading lines are one of the most fundamental and powerful tools a photographer has for creating compelling compositions that invite the viewer into the frame. If you find yourself unsure of how to use leading lines, check out this fantastic video tutorial that features an experienced landscape photographer giving an in-depth explanation of the different kinds of leading lines and how to leverage them to create more powerful landscape photos.
A Look at the Asus 15.6" Vivobook S 15 OLED Laptop
If you have ever seen an OLED TV, you know that they offer unparalleled picture quality, which is why it is so great that OLED displays have started becoming a regular appearance in computers. The Asus Vivobook S15 OLED offers such a display in tandem with a range of other features, and this great video takes a look at the computer and the sort of performance and display quality you can expect from it in use.
We Review the Hobolite Micro: The Cute Little Light That Could
In the world of LED lights, Hobolite has once again pushed the envelope, revealing the “Micro” to their lineup. At first glance, its compactness is enchanting, promising both convenience and functionality. The real question, however, is: does it deliver?
Major Milestones in the History of Photography
This year, we celebrate the 184th birthday of photography, and in those nearly two centuries, we have seen some remarkable accomplishments and advancements. This fantastic video essay takes a look at the craft we all love and some of the most important milestones in its history.
10 Good Habits for Landscape Photographers
Good habits make good photographers, and landscape photography is no different than any other genre. Getting in the habit of doing certain things every time you head out can help give you the best chances of coming home with winning shots. This great video tutorial details 10 such habits and why they can have a positive impact on your work.
B&H’s Bild Expo: Who Will Be There and What You Will Learn
B&H is turning 50, and they are celebrating with their Bild Expo September 6 and 7th at the Javits Center, in Manhattan. It is a free event where you can take advantage of a lineup of industry giants spanning across genres. Whether you're in need of renewed inspiration, valuable business advice, or acquiring new skills, you can expect an abundance of the most experienced voices at the expo.