Have you ever lost the enthusiasm for photography? Mine was starting to wane, but then Fotospeed got in touch, and I rediscovered my enthusiasm for creating images. Now I have been printing my photos like there is no tomorrow.
DxO Photo Raw has long been my go-to software for producing high-quality results. Whether you use it as a standalone or a plugin for other software, there’s no doubt that its suite of tools is a worthwhile investment for serious photographers who want the absolute best results.
Is displaying images on social media an issue for you, and printing all your shots for your elderly relatives impractical? Do you photograph weddings and want to share your images immediately? This wireless digital photo frame with truly free cloud storage could be the perfect solution.
Network Attached Storage (NAS) systems are a great way of storing your photographs locally and are used for data management in both business and prosumer environments. Needing such a storage solution, I decided to put the UnifyDrive UT2 through its paces, discovering its many hidden surprises.
Many of us use our work in programs beyond what can be done in Lightroom and Photoshop. Just like Adobe is being challenged by outstanding alternatives to Lightroom for digital asset management, the CorelDRAW Suite is winning over users for other functions.
Needing a smaller pack in which to carry my equipment, I put the new Peak Design 18L Outdoor Backpack and 4L Sling through their paces. I wish I had them available years ago.
Opinions should always be challenged, even in the art we call photography. Here are contentious views that you might disagree with. Trigger warning: they might detonate your temper.
The world of photography has undergone significant transformations over the past few years. More changes are happening now, and it’s fascinating to see it evolve and affect our photography. Companies need to adapt or face extinction.
As video and long exposures become more popular, reliable power sources are essential. The Neewer PS099E V-mount battery is a compact, high-capacity, and versatile battery that’s perfect for powering your entire video or stills camera rig. And it is orange.
Choosing the correct tripod is essential, and there’s nothing worse than spending too much money only to discover you’ve made the wrong decision. Here, examine Peak Design’s Travel Tripods, which are great for highlighting what we should look for.
Photography can help improve people's mental health. It’s a mindful activity that brings moderate exercise outdoors, which can help our mood. However, with every advantage in photography, there is always a disadvantage, and the damage photography does to our brains is exacerbated by AI.
Although designed for gamers, the 16.1" Arzopa Z1FC Grey display should also be great for photographers and especially videographers with its HDR facility. Here's the result of my deep dive into it.
Peak Design has announced three new tripods that they are launching through a Kickstarter campaign. I’ve been lucky enough to play with the prototypes, and what I have seen has impressed me so much that I think the company should win the tripod crown.
OM System has announced the release of the OM-5 Mark II. It’s an evolution from the Mark I, adding some much sought-after improvements to this popular camera's predecessor.
TourBox, which manufactures a range of easy-to-use creative consoles, released their Elite Plus version. Speeding up your workflow, this is a must-have device for those who spend time developing and editing photos. Testing it for the last month, here’s what I found.
This flash accessory pack is a must-have for anyone with the Neewer Q4 flash. Furthermore, they increase the versatility and, therefore, desirability of the flash. Here are some examples of what the modifiers do.
There were 1.8 trillion photographs shot last year. Most are just a simple record of something that happened, while others are elevated beyond that by becoming art. Here is how you can lift your photography beyond the mundane.
There's a very good reason why you should consider buying a microphone. Lav mics offer a versatile solution. A combination of good sound reproduction, quality build, and value for money is more important than you may realize.
Increasing the ISO for low-light photography has recently become less of an issue for various reasons. Nevertheless, if you want to capture action, you should understand it to achieve better photos.
Increasingly, I am running presentations or attending Microsoft Teams meetings from my desk. Therefore, it became time to improve the sound setup at my workstation. Maono is a respected name in the field of microphones, and so their PD300X seemed a great choice for me, but how did it fare?
Neewer has released two new panel lights. Perfect for video and great for photography too, these powerful yet affordable arrays have slightly different functions and open up a host of creative possibilities. If you were seeking this kind of lighting, which would you choose?
There are dozens of tripods on the market, and each has its advantages and disadvantages. None are suitable for every circumstance. The new model from Falcam TreeRoot, the Quick Lock Pro R240T, has a very specific use, and I put it through its paces to find out whether I need one.
If you’ve ever watched a YouTube video or taken part in a Zoom meeting, you will know that sound quality is usually more important than any other factor. With this in mind, I put the new Maono Wave T5 wireless lavalier mics through their paces.
In my previous article, I wrote about the basics of aperture. Once you have got to grips with that, there is more information that's really useful to know.
There is more to know about aperture than many realize. There is also some hogwash spouted by some. So, by getting to grips with more than the fundamentals, one can more precisely control how your photographs look.
Forget AI-generated images like the one above. A leaked video on the dark web has revealed a fully automated, intelligent drone that does away with photographers.
Technology has come a long way over the last ten years, and it makes photography easier. There are features beyond the basic exposure settings that every interchangeable lens or bridge camera should have and others that should be consigned to the bin. Here are some considerations to avoid disappointment.
If you seek an affordable lighting solution for your photography or videography, look no further. The new Neewer HB 80C RGB Light offers excellent videography effects and is bright and versatile enough for portraiture and creative work.
Knowing what shutter speed does is vital for controlling your images. That’s not just how it affects exposure, but changing the shutter speed has a knock-on effect that can dramatically alter the look of a photo. Here’s an explanation and some exercises for you to try.
While trade tariffs may seem appealing to nationalists, in the long term, a trade war will damage the economies of all countries. Here are the main reasons photographers in America and around the world might not welcome them and why you might consider buying camera gear now.
Some good-looking gear released lately is a welcome change from the soulless and ghoulish-looking models that have haunted the camera industry since the dawn of digital photography. This cute flash is designed for those who want to have fun.
I recently wrote a review of the new OM-3 camera and said I would write more about its technical aspects. Here is a deeper dive into what it can do because there is so much more to it than its sleek body.
Switching from Lightroom to another digital asset management and development tool can be daunting for photographers. There are very good reasons to, and DxO PhotoLab 8 is one of the most compelling options. Here’s why and how a Sony Ambassador made the switch.
Insta360 has released a new AI-powered 4K webcam with a host of intriguing functions. I’ve been running tests on it to see how it performs. Compared with others, it's good, but would you need the improvements I suggest?
When I am developing an image, I want to get the best possible results. Over the years, I have tried many different programs side by side, and for final image quality, DxO PhotoLab stands out. Here’s why anyone serious about their photography should consider it.
