Monthly Archives: April 2018
Analyzing Canon’s C-RAW Image File Format
Introduced along with the new .CR3 file format on the Canon EOS M50 was the new C-RAW image file format. The C-RAW files seemed like a much better option than the M-RAW and S-RAW options we previously had available and, … Continue reading
The Winners of the Three NYIP Photography Courses Are . . .
A BIG thank you to everyone who entered our recent competition to win one of three photography courses from our friends at New York Institute of Photography. The response was wonderful. In fact, it was so wonderful that the team … Continue reading
Olympus’ newest entry-level 4K mirrorless camera comes to the US and Canada
The Olympus Pen E-PL9 is finally coming stateside, as well as Canada, after releasing everywhere else in the world two months ago. The compact and lightweight interchangeable lens camera features a 16.1MP Micro Four Thirds sensor with in-body three axis … Continue reading
Weekly Photography Challenge – Cats
Whether you’re a cat or a dog person we’ve got you covered. Last week’s photography challenge “went to the dogs” and now it’s time for the kitties! My girls, Munchkin (Munch) on the left and Fuzz on the right. Need … Continue reading
Interesting Photo of the Day: Rush Hour in Bangladesh
Anyone who utilizes public transportation has, at some point, felt a little crowded, but the image below may offer a little a perspective. The photo, which shows throngs of Bangladeshi crowding a train and platform, was taken during Eid al-Adha, … Continue reading
Save $100.00 on the Refurb. EOS 5D Mark IV & 6D Mark II at the Canon USA Store
The Canon USA Store has the following DSLR cameras discounted by $ 100.00 for a limited time: Refurbished Canon EOS 5D Mark IV Refurbished Canon EOS 6D Mark II Considering that neither of these DSLRs currently qualify for instant … Continue reading
Quick Video Review – What is the Best Camera Bag or Way to Carry Your Gear?
There are many ways to carry around your precious camera gear – so which is the best? Well, that is a very subjective question, that only you can answer. In this video from the Camera Store, Jordan demonstrates some of … Continue reading
Get the Lomo look with a new 15mm ultra-wide lens
Last year cult photography brand Lomography launched a successful Kickstarter campaign for its Neptune Convertible Art Lens System. Initially this featured three interchangeable front lenses (35mm 50mm and 80mm) and two aperture mechanisms (for Canon and Nikon lens mounts). Now … Continue reading
Shedding Light on the Histogram – 8 Rumors and the Real Facts About this Graph
There have been dozens of articles and many videos published about the purpose and interpretation of the histogram in post-production. It serves a purpose in both the camera capture and post-production processes. Tons of pulp has been generated about this … Continue reading
Canon EOS M50 review
The EOS M50 is Canon's latest mirrorless camera, extending its M-series range from three to four. While it has a similar silhouette to the flagship EOS M5, the M50 sits further down the range, slotting in between the entry-level EOS … Continue reading
The world’s best camera phone meets the world’s tallest tower
Huawei launched the P20 and the P20 Pro in Paris last week and one of its highlighting capabilities is the triple camera setup featuring a massive 40RGB sensor accompanies by a 20MP monochrome sensor and a telephoto lens fixed at … Continue reading
How Slow Photography Can Help You Improve Your Images
So often we are caught up in hectic schedules and checking completed items off our to-do lists that we don’t make time to truly enjoy our photographic experience. I believe slow photography can be a fabulously enjoyable, and even therapeutic … Continue reading