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How to Capture Surreal-Looking Footage
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It feels as if some videographers seem to just be able to capture surreal-looking footage consistently, while the majority of people only manage it on rare occasions. Well, one of those consistent creators of the surreal and the beautiful, Aidin Robbins, discusses how he manages it.
What Were Press Cameras?
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With well over a century of cameras under the industry's belt, there are many niche cameras that have fallen through the cracks of history, with very few remembering them. One example is the early press cameras which are special in their own right.
The Excellent Change to the Curves Tool in Lightroom
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Adobe Lightroom was once where you imported all your images into collections and then made some small tweaks before exporting to Adobe Photoshop. Now, it is a complex beast in its own right and can manage entire post-production workflows in some instances.
3 Surprisingly Great Portrait Lenses By Sony
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When you think of portrait lenses, there are many staple focal lengths. However, there are a whole host of great lenses that while may not be intended to be for portraiture, are superb for exactly that.
The Cheat Codes to Make Any Video More Cinematic
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Anybody can take a video of something — and these days, most people do — but to come away with cinematic-looking footage requires some extra steps and forethought. In this video, one talented videographer gives you the cheat codes you need to achieve it.
5 Photographers Shoot the Same Models at the Same Location
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It doesn't matter how many variables you match, when you pit creatives against one another, the results will invariably be distinct. In this video, five photographers all shoot the same models in the same location, and the results are exactly that: distinct.
This Hollywood Blockbuster Was Filmed on a Sony FX3
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When you think of Hollywood blockbusters, they're typically shot on Arris or other extremely high-end rigs. Well, this latest film to be garnering quite the audience wasn't filmed on anything of the sort and it still looks incredible.
Why Every Photographer Should Create a Series of Images
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I usually don't speak in absolutes, but in this case, I do believe that every photographer should create a series of images at some point. What might surprise you is that the content of the series is wholly unimportant.
Leica Summicron-SL 50mm f/2 Versus Sigma 50mm f/2
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The 50mm is a staple prime and lives in many photographers' camera bags, but the question is whether there is a vast difference in quality between them. In this video, a Leica and a Sigma are compared to gauge the differences.
This Viltrox 75mm Anamorphic Lens Looks Incredible
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Anamorphic lenses were once rare and extremely expensive, but they have become more common and slightly more affordable. This latest offering from Viltrox is still reasonably expensive, but it's certainly capable of creating some amazing visuals.
Behind the Scenes of Bird Photography in Scotland
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Bird photography is a challenging discipline to master and it's even more difficult when you are in locations that have erratic and invasive weather. In this video, Brent Hall goes to Scotland to shoot birds on cliffs and in rivers, with Scottish weather behaving exactly as it always does: poorly.
The Best FPV Drones for Beginners Who Want Cinematic Footage
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Drones have revolutionized photography and videography at a consumer and commercial level and there are many options for many different purposes. However, if you want to walk the line between ludicrous fun and incredible imagery, perhaps you want to look at FPV drones.
Testing the 8K Hollywood Drone, DJI Inspire 3
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Drones have gone from absurdly expensive, Hollywood-only devices, to consumer products, and now they comfortably straddle both. In this video, watch the first test by Peter Lindgren of the new DJI Inspire 3.
Wedding Photographer Discusses His 1-Star Review Horror Story
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If you've ever photographed a wedding — or really any important event or shoot — you know that a client being unhappy is your worst nightmare. Well, it happened to this photographer and he talks candidly about how it unfolded.
Incredible Bird Photographer Shares Her Secret Tips
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Bird photography is one of the most beloved subgenres of the craft and one of the most difficult. In this video, a professional bird photographer goes through her best tips on how you can capture some beautiful images of our feathery friends.
$50 Versus $5,000 Camera in a Car Shootout
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We've all heard the age-old adage that gear doesn't matter and sometimes that's true. However, it's sometimes hard to visualize how that plays out and so videos like this one are a great demonstration.
A Photography Tip With Proven Results
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When it comes to photography advice, there are nearly as many pieces of wisdom as there are photos. In this video, Mark Denney offers one tip that always gets him results.
How to Get Great-Looking First-Person PoV Footage With Your iPhone
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If you want to create more first-person footage, or gather some interesting b-roll, or even film some great behind-the-scenes footage, this video might be for you. Armed with just your iPhone and some DIY, you can have an excellent, albeit odd-looking, first-person rig.