Monthly Archives: June 2018
Five Common Macro Photography Mistakes and How to Fix Them
Macro photography requires a unique set of skills, but along with these skills comes a new set of mistakes to overcome. Fortunately, many of these macro photography mistakes are easily fixed. In this article, I discuss five common mistakes made in … Continue reading
Revisiting a Great Location, Oneida Falls, Rickets Glen State Park
Oneida Falls is one of my Rickets Glen favorites and I always stop to photograph it when in this state park. Yes, I have numerous images from this location. But, different days bring differing water flows, foliage and lighting. And, … Continue reading
Sony a6500 vs Fuji X-T2 vs Panasonic GX8
Which high-end premium compact system camera offers the most for your money? We compare three of the best currently on the market in this Sony a6500 vs Fuji X-T2 vs Panasonic GX8 comparison Which high-end premium compact system camera offers … Continue reading
Canon EOS Rebel T6i / EOS 750D
The Canon EOS Rebel T6i (known as the EOS 750D outside the US) was until only recently Canon's key entry-level DSLR, taking the fight to the likes of the Nikon D3300 and D5600. The EOS Rebel T6i / EOS 750D … Continue reading
Weekly Photography Challenge – Bridges
I hope you haven’t burned any bridges lately, literally or figuratively. Because it’s time for this week’s photography challenge which is – you guessed it – bridges. Here are some articles to give you some ideas and tips: Tips for … Continue reading
This 400mm lens from Sony is ridiculously lightweight
Gear The very first large aperture, super-telephoto prime available for E-mount cameras. The 400mm F/2.8 G Master prime lens weighs just over 6 lbs. Popular Photography
Pentax announces a fast ‘nifty fifty’
The HD Pentax-D FA* 50mm f/1.4 SDM AW heralds a new generation of Pentax Star-series lenses, the brand's premium range of optics. The lens is designed to deliver greatly improved resolving power, and promises to provide exceptionally high imaging performance even … Continue reading
Tips for Using Shadows in Photography
Related reminder: only 1 day left for Understanding Light Book Two at 62% Off Photographers tend to pay a lot of attention to light. In fact, we often think of light as one of the most important aspects of photography. … Continue reading
How to Create an Exploding Sandwich Food Photo
Here is a fun tutorial to try if you enjoy food photography. Anyone can photograph a sandwich on a plate, but you can you make it explode and capture all the layers in a photo? Here’s how it’s done as … Continue reading
Hot Deal: Save $100.00 on the New Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II USM Lens
Hot Deal: Through midnight tonight, use coupon code PERFECTDAY ($ 100.00 off) at eBay (Adorama) to get the Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II USM Lens for $ 1,199.00 with free shipping. Regularly $ 1,299.00. Rarely do you get … Continue reading
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Start the New Year off with a new skill. Learn or sharpen up those photo editing skills, with Adobe Lightroom CC and Photoshop CC. The leading creative apps are designed for any level of photographer, to help perfect your best … Continue reading
Olympus Tough TG-5
The Essential Review This is TechRadar’s review summary that gives you all the key information you need if you’re looking for quick buying advice in 30 seconds – our usual full, in-depth review follows. The Olympus Tough TG-5 is no … Continue reading