The XF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR lens is a standout addition to Fujifilm's X mount lineup, standing as a useful tool for wildlife and sports photography. It combines excellent optical performance with practical handling, making it an intriguing option for many users.
The Fall upgrade from Skylum will have users excited, as it contains new features that add a lot to the program's many capabilities, but users will also see some long-standing requests granted. The fall update is available for download or upgrade on October 10.
There is a bamboozling range of different camera bags on the market, and deciding which to buy is a veritable minefield. Here are some explanations of the various bags, their purposes, and what to look for when choosing yours.
The 40mm focal length occupies a unique space, sitting neatly between the popular 35mm and 50mm options. It offers a natural field of view that closely resembles how we see the world, making it an appealing choice for a wide range of situations.
Taylor Swift is known for her music and cultural influence, but it turns out she’s also an Olympus camera fan.
When shooting portraits on location, you are dependent on the ambient light—unless you bring your own lights. I decided to use flash to overpower the ambient light. This approach allowed for more variation during this portrait session. Let me explain how.
Choosing your first camera matters—it shapes your learning curve and affects the quality of your early work. In 2025, the Canon EOS R10 remains a solid entry point, balancing ease-of-use with versatility in genres like sports, wildlife, family portraits, and weddings.
Adjusting brightness, contrast, and color in an image can change everything about a photo’s mood and focus. Two key tools in Photoshop that allow you to manipulate these aspects precisely are the Levels and Curves adjustments. Each tool has its strengths and hidden features that provide control over light and color in ways that are unique to each method.
Did you know that DVDs store captions in two fundamentally different ways? This isn't just trivia; understanding this matters if you're relying on older media for accessibility.
When you're out shooting, nothing is more frustrating than dealing with flat, dull skies. But boring skies shouldn't mean boring photos.
As a filmmaker, there’s no denying that Wim Wenders has a distinctive and immediately recognizable visual style. But did you know that, in the years before his film career really took off, he developed and honed a great deal of his visual creativity working in the medium of Polaroid photography?
The 55mm f/1.8 lens sits in a sweet spot for photographers who want the versatility of a standard focal length without the bulk and cost of faster f/1.4 options. Budget-conscious shooters have traditionally had to choose between cheap but mediocre optics or expensive premium glass, leaving a gap in the market for affordable lenses that deliver genuinely good performance. However, this lens bucks that trend.
You reach a certain point in your photography life when you realize that you need to bring a lot of gear for a lot of reasons but also need to be kind to your body. This convertible roller camera bag aims to cater to your changing needs.
Let’s talk Beyoncé. Specifically, that now-iconic Cowboy Carter promo photo that’s been everywhere. In my latest video, I break down exactly how I would recreate that look on a budget—and how you can too, with one or multiple lights.
Understanding why some landscape photos captivate while others fall flat is a question that goes beyond mere composition. One critical factor that often separates a striking image from an ordinary one is depth. Depth not only gives photos a sense of dimension but also guides the viewer’s eye, making an image more dynamic and engaging.
Noise has always been a balancing act between image quality and ISO settings. Adobe's recent update to Lightroom introduces a feature that changes how you'll handle this trade-off, making it far easier to capture sharp images in low-light conditions without sacrificing detail.
Lenses in the affordable range often make compromises, but the TTArtisan AF 35mm f/1.8 II aims to strike a balance between price and performance. With a focal length equivalent to about 50mm on full frame, it offers a versatile standard view suitable for various shooting styles.
In 2025, digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras are regaining popularity despite nearly a decade in the shadow of mirrorless technology. For anyone serious about improving their photography skills, this comeback matters because working with a DSLR pushes you to master essential techniques rather than relying on technology alone—plus they're cheap!
Coming from a photography background, venturing into the video realm can feel overwhelming. While I'm confident in most aspects of photography, the learning curve for filmmaking is steep and often more complicated than expected.
