Monthly Archives: July 2018
Should I buy a Sony compact camera?
When you’re on the lookout for a new camera, you're likely to see Sony compact cameras pretty heavily discounted when there's a sale on. These usually won't the latest and greatest compacts in Sony's range, like the high-end Cyber-shot RX100 … Continue reading
Sony Alpha A7 review
The compact system camera market is still relatively new to the camera world, but it's still able to produce new cameras that shake up the system just a little bit. [Update: The Alpha A7, along with the Alpha A7R, was … Continue reading
Best travel tripod 2018: 5 carbon fiber stands for your camera
Whether it's a weekend city break or a longer trip away, if you're taking your camera, then a tripod is an essential item of kit to take with you. Without one, you won't be able to capture those striking early … Continue reading
Just Posted: Really Right Stuff PC-LR Round Panning Clamp Review
Just posted: Really Right Stuff PC-LR Round Panning Clamp Review. Do you wish you would have opted for a panning clamp version of your tripod head? Or, do you only occasionally need a panning clamp? Those are just two … Continue reading
A Guide to Photographing Birds and Wildlife in a Wetland Area
A short drive from my home north of Fairbanks, Alaska lies a small wetland. It’s a bog-like mosaic of ponds and water-filled inlets lined with cattails and thickly growing willows. Though much of the year, here in the sub-arctic, the … Continue reading
Using Eyes to Make Great Travel Photos
Want to make sure your travel photos have impact? Check out this excellent video by award-winning travel photographer Mitchell Kanashkevich. He goes beyond the the standard tips and in less than ten minutes describes how to add emotional weight and … Continue reading
Sony Cyber-shot RX100 III
Like the Sony RX100 before it, the Sony RX100 II found favour amongst discerning photographers looking for a high quality compact camera that will slip into a jacket pocket. What sets the RX100 series apart from most other pocket-sized compact … Continue reading
4 Tips to Help You Overcome the Fear of Photographing People
Are you someone who shies away from photographing people? I this article, I want to share with you some of my journey and four tips to help you become more confident photographing people. I went from being fearful of photographing … Continue reading
No more noise? NVIDIA researchers develop AI that removes image noise
Image noise, that horrible side-effect of capturing digital images at higher ISO sensitivities, could one day be a thing of the past, thanks to artificial intelligence. Researchers at Nvidia, working with another set of researchers from Aalto University and Massachusetts … Continue reading
5 Crucial Mistakes You Need to Avoid When Photographing Clients
Don’t make these 5 crucial mistakes when photographing clients! Over the years I have read dozens of articles explaining tips, tricks, and things to keep in mind for successful photo sessions. As I was wrapping up a family shoot recently I … Continue reading
Skylum Luminar v.1.3.0 Released
From Skylum: The 1.3.0 update includes numerous features enhancements and bug fixes for the Windows and Mac versions. Mac New & Improved Features: IMPROVED Raw Develop. The Raw Develop filter has improved handling of the Lens and … Continue reading
The PinBox Camera refines the typical DIY pinhole
Gear This lo-fi camera made of cardboard is raising funds on Kickstarter The DIY camera kit comes with pre-cut cardboard, 3D printed hardware and a precision acid-etched aperture. Popular Photography