My Surprising Return to Prime Lenses
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In an interesting review of focal lengths that I tend to go to, I’ve discovered that I could be best served by prime lenses.
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Computers and Digital Photography
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Hi folks. I saw an article that proposed that we as committed digital photographers could do everything we could possibly need to do using only a tablet or a smartphone. This struck me as so incredibly inane, that I had to look more closely.
Read MoreHow Much Lens is Enough?
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How much lens is enough? Enough of what? Focal length? Maximum aperture? Portability? These are important questions for us to consider.
Read MoreIs It Time to Replace Your Storage Drives?
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You might think that you can repair a crashed drive. Nope. You cannot. So why run the risk of losing critical information because your old spinning drive bought the farm and went legs up?
Read MoreGear as Crutch. Or Disincentive
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We understand the value proposition of a crutch when our mobility is challenged. But if you have ever been relegated to using a crutch for an extended period of time, you’ve also realized that while it can be beneficial, it’s also often a hindrance. What happens when you allow your gear to become a crutch?
Read MoreChoosing a Tripod in 2024
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Selecting the right leg set and head for your tripod is not hard, but it’s too easy to select something that is not going to work for you. Learn what goes into buying a tripod kit successfully.
Read MoreThe ONE Filter Every Committed Photographer MUST Have
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For digital photographers, there is only ONE filter that every committed photographer should have. Do you know what it is?
Read MoreThe Point and Shoot is Dead. Or Is It?
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The once dead point and shoot is alive, and committed photographers are buying in, as powerful alternatives to smartphone.
Read MoreMedium Format Digital - Where Does It Fit?
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In this article I had hoped to test a theorem about the practicality of using a medium format mirrorless camera for closeup and sports. Timing and illness got in the way, but there was still some good learning for your consideration
Read MoreDo I Need An Incident Light Meter?
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Learning to use an incident light meter will help you learn to see the light and to see exposure separately from what your camera’s internal light meter will tell you. It’s also a killer tool for manual flash. Every photographer committed to the craft should have one and learn to use it.
Read MoreFlashphobia - I Learned a New Word
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For a long time I have been aware that for some folks, the idea of using a flash is anathema. Honestly I have yet to understand why flash is so disliked by such folks, but I have recently learned a new word, flashphobia. This is saddening to me, being such a flash fan, so I want to understand what it is and how to help folks manage this fear and learn to embrace their flash.
Read MoreLighting for Close Up Photography
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Managing the light is critical in close up photography. Join me to learn a practice that works.
Read MoreBeing Smart When Buying Lenses
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Hello folks. This time I want to talk about smart buying when it comes to glass and to do so share an abbreviated conversation that I had with a fellow creative over the holidays.
Read MoreA Really Great Microphone Kit for 1 and 2 up Videos
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If you are looking for better audio for your video work, whether you use a mirrorless camera, a DSLR or even a smartphone, I have a recommended solution that I own and use myself. The RODE Wireless GO II
Read MoreREVIEW : XP-Pen Deco Pro MW
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Looking for a Wacom alternative? XP-Pen is an excellent choice
Read MoreIs It Time To Lay Your Memory Cards to Rest? What About the Card Readers?
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It’s probably time to bury your memory card, And possibly your card reader too.
Read MoreThe Best Video Recorder for Your iPhone - Blackmagic Camera
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Blackmagic Camera is the BEST video recording application for your iOS device. Read to learn why.
Read MoreFill Flash Made Simple
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This article is meant for photographers who want to expand their skills and comfort levels with controlled light. While it will work for snapshot makers, it does require a tiny bit of work.
Read MoreBetter Audio for Your Videos
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Recording great audio with your video on your interchangeable lens camera does not have to cost a bomb or add massive complexity. In this article learn how a simple shoe mounted microphone will make a difference to your video quality.
Read MoreYour Simplest Way to Improve Your Lighting
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In this article, learn how a very simple tool can really make the difference in your single light photographs
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