Monthly Archives: May 2018
Tips for Better Close-Up and Macro Photography
Camera: Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTiExposure: 0.017 sec (1/60)Aperture: f/2.8Focal Length: 100 mmISO Speed: 400Exposure Bias: 0 EVFlash: Off, Not Fired Close-up or macro photography is just as much technique as it is luck. That’s what makes it fun and … Continue reading
Camera Comparison – The Fujifilm X-H1 Versus the Sony a7R III
Two of the hottest mirrorless cameras you can get your hands on right now are the Sony a7R III and the Fujifilm X-H1. My husband owns one and I have the other. In the past few months, we’ve been experimenting … Continue reading
Shutterbug Ends Print Edition, Transitions to Web-Only Service
From Shutterbug: Venerable Photography Media Brand to Focus on Website After Ending Print Edition May 22, 2018 – Shutterbug is moving forward as a web-only publication (Shutterbug.com) after ending its print magazine after 45 years, Shutterbug Editor-in-Chief Dan … Continue reading
Tips for Doing a Summer Project 92 to Get You Out Shooting
You’ve heard of the fabled Project 365, right? A photo a day for a year. We’ve even posted theme ideas here on dPS for those interested in a long-term project. But what about if you know that you aren’t going … Continue reading
How to Take Amazing Photos Using the MIOPS Splash Water Drop Kit
Water droplet photography is a dream for almost every creative photographer. When a water drop collides with another drop, it creates beautiful crowns and other shapes that look fabulous. Capturing those moments is a very satisfying experience for a photographer. … Continue reading
Tamron SP 70-200mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2
Canon and Nikon photographers who demand the best quality and performance will typically buy premium own-brand lenses if they can afford them, or third-party lenses if they can’t. But this Tamron G2 (Generation 2) is arguably better than Canon’s top-flight … Continue reading
The Nikon D850 Digital SLR Camera Receives the Camera GP 2018 “Readers Award” and “Editors Award”
From Nikon: TOKYO – Nikon Corporation (Nikon) is pleased to announce that the Nikon D850 digital SLR camera has received the Camera GP (Grand Prix) 2018 “Readers Award” and “Editors Award.” The Camera GP awards focus primarily on … Continue reading
Black and White Portrait Photography Tips
There are no hiding places in a black and white portrait. With no distraction from color, the physical characteristics of the subject are revealed. Monochrome exposes intimate details such as bone structure, texture, and expression to a much greater level … Continue reading
X-T100 accidentally leaked by Fujifilm
Fujifilm has accidentally leaked the specs of an upcoming mirrorless camera, the X-T100. The leak was spotted by Nokishita, and a quick glance at the purported features of the X-T100 seems to show that it shares much of its tech with … Continue reading
How Much is an Image Worth? Tips for Pricing Your Photography
One of the questions that a lot of photographers ask, is how much I should charge for my images? It is very hard to do, and hence a lot of artists struggle with it. There is so much more involved, … Continue reading
Shutterstock Tutorial: What Are C-Stands?
In this video, filmmaker Todd Blankenship explains how C-stands got its name and provides a few tips on how to use them. B&H carries C-stands. Canon, Nikon and Sony News, Deals and What’s New at The-Digital-Picture.com
Making Sense of Lens Optics for Crop Sensor Cameras
If you have been considering getting a new camera or have been considering upgrading a camera, you have probably heard all about crop sensor cameras but what does it mean? How does crop factor affect lens selections? When you are considering … Continue reading