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PHOTOPLUS is the largest gathering for the photography and videography community in North America. Professional, amateur, and emerging photographers, enthusiasts, cinematographers, students, and educators from around the world attend each year, eager to se ... Read more » |
Since 1983, HOTOPLUS has brought the photography and video communities together each fall to connect, share ideas, and experience the newest imaging technology. Our goal is always to support, inspire and celebrate this remarkable community. That said, it is with great difficulty that we announce that we have decided to cancel our in-person event at the Javits Convention Center in New York, NY, scheduled for September 30-October 2, 2021. The cancellation of the live event is due to developments regarding the ongoing progression of the COVID-19 pandemic and related company-imposed travel restrictions affecting customers’ ability to gather in New York for PHOTOPLUS. While the decision to cancel is a disappointing one, we recognize the extreme demands that the COVID-19 pandemic has placed on establishments, and particularly small businesses, in this industry.. It is of the utmost importance to our entire team that we deliver an incredible event experience to our attendees when we are once again able to meet in person. Our team is already laying plans f ... Read more » |
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By dcnadmin on Nokishita leaked the product page, images & release date information of the Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Lens (Model A058) and 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 Lens (Model A063) for Sony E-mount. According to the report, Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 & 28-75mm f/2.8 Lenses will be released on October 28, 2021. TAMRON already announced the mirrorless zoom lens with a maximum wide-open aperture of F2 amd a fast-aperture “travel z ... Read more » |
Canon's new EOS R3 is its most powerful full-frame mirrorless camera yet, designed specifically with wildlife and sports photographers in mind. The new shooter relies on a Canon-designed 24.1 megapixel backside-illuminated CMOS sensor capable of capturing up to 150 14-bit RAW photos at 30 shots a second when using the electronic shutter. For the body, Canon is relying on a weatherproof magnesium alloy that weighs in at only 1.81 pounds, though your lens of choice will bump that number up. Its ISO range spans from ISO 100 to 204,800 and autofocus can still lock on with light as low as -7.5 EV. There are 1050 autofocus points here as well. Canon gave a big boost to its Eye input AF that now allows you to focus on a ... Read more » |
Compact and powerfulConvincingly versatileThe outstanding optical quality of the D-Lux 7 is achieved by both a fast aperture (f/1.7–2.8) and a long focal length of 10.9 - 34 mm (24–75 mm equivalent) with its built-in lens. The D-Lux 7 delivers impressive results across a multitude of photographic genres including portrait, landscape, architecture, macro and photo-journalism. The impressive visual qualities of the D-Lux 7 really start to shine in low-light situations - especially when shooting without a flash. ... Read more » |
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Canon's first ultra-wide prime lens in the EOS R line-up has been announced alongside a telephoto zoom. | Canon RF 100-400mm F5.6-8 IS US Canon has updated its line-up of RF lenses with the introduction of the Canon RF 100-400mm F/5.6-8 IS USM and Canon RF16mm F/2.8 STM. With the addition of these two new lenses, Canon’s EOS R System, which includes the ... Read more » |
Henry Anderson | Sep 14, 2021 Nothing is worse for a portrait than a subject who looks irritated or angry when they're supposed to be relaxed. Unless that's the angle you're going for, and even then, you still need your model to look engaged in a photo. Otherwise, the image will look awkward. The worst expression of all for a portrait, according to photographer Brett Seeley, is an expression known by the acronym RBF, aka Resting B*tch Face. In the humorous but instructive video below, Seeley explains "how to overcome RBF," while photographing model Kamalei Nemoto on a beach in Maui, Hawaii. ... Read more » |
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By dcnadmin on Venus Optics has announced the release of the Laowa Argus 35mm F0.95 and the company claims that the Argus 35mm f/0.95 is the first full-frame 35mm lens with an f/0.95 aperture. The manual focus lens is constructed of 14 elements in nine groups, including one aspherical element, one extra-low dispersion element and four ultra-high-refractive elements. It features a fifteen blade aperture diaphragm, an aperture range of F0.95 through F16, has a minimum focusing distance of 50cm (19.7”) and uses a 72mm front filter thread. Laowa Argus 35mm F0.95 FF is available for Canon RF, Nikon Z and Sony E mount camera systems and costs $899. The first 100 units ship with a free ... Read more » |
By dcnadmin on Canon has updated its RF Lenses lineup with the introduction of the Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM and Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 STM. Along with the Canon EOS R3 ($5999 at Amazon | ... Read more » |
By Louise Carey Nikon is looking to "increase the number of young customers" by releasing affordable entry-level cameras |
After beginning his career by building elaborate photography sets and lighting setups in his living room, Clay Cook now shoots fashion and editorial spreads all around the world. Contrary to most photographers, Clay learned to shoot his first images using only artificial light and only later incorporated natural light into his work. This has given him a broad understanding of how to shape the lighting from any scene into a beautiful image. ... Read more » |
We've been capturing images with the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Fujifilm GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6 WR so we can give our first impressions of this new medium format mirrorless camera and kit lens It's been 5-years since Fujifilm first introduced the Fujifilm GFX 50S at Photokina 2016 and today, Fujifilm has announced that the popular medium format mirrorless camera system has had an update that modernises the range and also makes it more affordable. The new F ... Read more » |
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SPROLINK introduced a portable video switcher with a built-in 5.5-inch display, a T-bar, and PTZ controls. Ever heard of Sprolink? To be honest, me neither. It’s a Chinese company based in Xiamen, and by the way, it’s pronounced “S-Pro-Link”. On their website it says, they’ve “designed and engineered a wide range of audio and video solutions in the Rental & Staging, Corporate, Broadcast, and Boardroom, etc [field]”. It’s not their first public product in the video world, either. For a company this unheard of, they have a surprisingly large a ... Read more » |
Ricoh GR III X finally announced today, the camera does have some upscaling in the photographic department. Available from October 2021. Ricoh Imaging Co., Ltd. (President: Shinobu Takahashi) has achieved both high image quality for professional use and a compact and lightweight body that is ideal for snapshot shooting and can shoot with a new standard angle of view equivalent to 40 mm in 35 mm format. We are pleased to announce the release of the high ... Read more » |
Chinese lens manufacturer Zhong Yi Optics has announced the Mitakon 135mm F2.5. A fast, manual telephoto portrait lens for full-frame DSLR and mirrorless camera systems. The lens is constructed of nine elements in seven groups, including two extra-low dispersion and two ultra-high refraction elements. It has a nine-blade a ... Read more » |
By Rod Lawton With the launch of the new GFX50S II, Fujifilm also announced that the GFX50R is now discontinued – boo! |
By Louise Carey Everything you need to know about the best Black Friday camera deals in the UK in 2021 |
According to the latest information coming from trusted Japanese sources, the Owner of Olympus brand OM Digital Solution registered a new camera with model code 2021-12235. The noticeable thing is camera model supports 5GHz of WiFi, which clearly indicates it’s a high-end camera. ... Read more » |
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(Pocket-lint) - Fujifilm has unveiled an updated version of its compact mirrorless X-T30 model. It's had a bit of a spec boost, but it's still packed in a compact, retro-styled body that Fujifilm is known for. ... Read more » |
Fujifilm will unleash its first ever stacked, BSI, X-Trans sensor in its 2022 flagship camera – is it the long-rumored Fujifilm X-H2? |
To solve issues with your photography, we’ll be sharing the various functions and settings of PENTAX cameras on this page. We’ll be uploading a series of these subjects to this page, so you can learn much more about your PENTAX camera gear! |
The Canon Vision online trade show will enable you to find out more about the latest Canon cinema and broadcast technology in an immersive and safe environment.
Global events have made it difficult to meet in person, so Canon is launching an innovative new virtual trade show. Canon Vision will enable viewers to explore the latest in video imaging technology within an interactive, immersive space.
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Are you a videographer or photojournalist who wishes to cover a social, economic, political or cultural subject in a photojournalistic manner? The Canon Video Grant – Short Film Documentary could help you tell your story. The Canon Video Grant – Short Film Documentary offers the recipient €8,000 and a loan of video kit to produce a documentary project. © Lieve Blancquaert |
Photoshop has been with us for over 25 years. We understand just how powerful and feature rich the application is but it is very likely that most users only end up being familiar with about a tenth of all its available components.Mark FrostThis article will show you a number of features that we use daily and that we really want to share with you. These little insider tips and tweaks will help you to quickly develop your skills and understanding of Adobe’s amazing layer-based image editi ... Read more » |
2021.09.02 A compact and lightweight body equipped with powerful image stabilization and high resolution 51.4MP large-format sensor
TOKYO, September 2, 2021 – FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Teiichi Goto) is pleased to announce that the “FUJIFILM GFX50S II” (GFX50S II) will be released in late September 2021 as the latest addition to the GFX Series of mirrorless digital cameras equipped with a large format sensor. |
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By Kai Burkhardt Updated 3:41 PM EDT, Tue August 31, 2021 iStock CNN — If you’re a beginner photographer, you’re sure to have heard endless comments about DSLRs. The standard for professional photographers, digita ... Read more » |
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TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreHow to take amazing pet and dog photos with your phone (according to the pros) By Mark Wilson Capture your companion in their best light |
Sigma is planning to announce two new lenses for Sony E and Leica L mount full frame mirrorless cameras. The next lenses from Sigma will be the Sigma 90mm f/2.8 DG DN Contemporary lens and the |
The upcoming Sony a7 IV is rumored to feature a newly developed 33MP sensor and 5.5 stop IBIS. The Sony a7 IV announcement has been delayed to October 2021 due to the worldwide chip production shortage. The Sony a7 IV ... Read more » |
Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 12K camera just got a price reduction from $9,995 to $5,995. This 40% price drop made possible by efficiencies in manufacturing combined with an improved supply of 12K sensors (according to Blackmagic Design) is effective immediately. The high-resolution beast URSA Mini Pro 12K from Blackmagic Design was announced back in July 2020. Offering a whopping 12,288 x 6,480 (80 MPx) in up to 60fps on a Super35-sized sensor, the camera came as a surprise. It further offers 8K (8192 ... Read more » |
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We have a number of tips for improving your Photoshop workflow. There are many tools, techniques and features that you may not have uncovered yet, so we thought we’d share a number of them with you here. They range from improving your spot healing, colour matching and unearthing a couple of hidden Easter eggs.Mark Frost3,189 6 minutes read |
Work with Your CompositionTo take engaging photos, you need to be engaged with what you’re doing. Don’t just fly by on autopilot. Instead, put thought into your composition and try to make your photos as good as possible. That starts with knowing the basics of how to compose good photos. Don’t cut off important parts of your subject with the edge of your frame. Keep your horizons level, and try to eliminate any distractions in your photo by adjusting your composition. See if your photo has a sense of balance and simplicity. And if the photo doesn’t look good on your first try, keep experimenting until you get it right. |
At Bob Books we are dedicated to supporting photographers. From offering a 15% professionals discount to our logo-free software, amateur and established photographers can be rest assured that we are here to help them with their next project from client photo books to professional portfolios. Whether you’ve just purchased your first DSLR and want to learn the basics or are looking for simple ways to update your existing photography skills, the following tips should help you build a strong foundation. Keep in mind, however, that photography is an art you’ll never really be ‘done’ learning. The best way to keep improving is to practice often, make mistakes and be open to learning from others, w ... Read more » |
Ron Leach | Aug 26, 2021 So you absolutely love landscape photography and you’re motivated to do everything possible to improve your work. One way to do that is by following the ongoing tutorials we post, and another is to be sure you’re using the type of gear that is best suited for the task. Sure, you can make great images with just about any good camera and lens available, but you can make things a bit easier with the right equipment at your disposal. And in this quick video you’ll see what’s in the bag of an accomplished pro, and equally importantly why he’s made these choices. Sony Artisan Colby Brown is known for stunning images of the great outdoors, and he&rsquo ... Read more » |
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9. Moment Variable ND64 – 512
The Moment Variable ND is a lens mounted filter and screws directly into the front of your camera’s lens; it can then be rotated to increase or decrease the effect. From the first moment you open the case, you can feel that this is something different. The red hue of the coating of the front element highlights that difference. But look over the frame, and you see the laser-etched markings, the anodising, knurling and small design features such as the notch that make it that easier to gauge the density. There are cheaper and more expensive variable ND filters out there, but this is a solid middle ground. The optical quality is excellent, you do get a slight increase in contrast and a slight shift in hue, but nothing a quick tweak in Lightroom, Affinity or Photoshop won’t sort in a click or two. ... Read more » |
If you're looking for the perfect all-in-one solution to controlling light in your scenes, these are the best variable ND filters for the job... Read more » |
The lens is reassuringly solidly built, weighing in at a reasonable 411g. It is splash and dust resistant and specifically claims to resist water to the IPX1 standard. This basically means that it will be resistant to condensation and to drops of water “falling vertically” on the lens. Maybe heavy rain should be avoided, but full marks for being specific about what splash resistance might actually mean. Taking our tour of the lens from the front, there is a supplied petal lens hood that is necessar ... Read more » |
The lens is compact and light, weighing in at just 160g, which barely changes the bulk of the Canon R5 at all. There is a bayonet fit on the front that is clearly intended for the lens hood, but sadly the hood is not included with the lens. For the sake of a minimal increase in cost, it is a pity that there is no hood as all lenses may benefit from the protection one offers. Probably very few users will actually go on to purchase the dedicated hood. W ... Read more » |
Here we have a few tips to aid you in your pursuit of the perfect butterfly image this summer.
1. Where To Go?Meadows with wildflowers growing in abundance are great places for photographing butterflies but please don't trespass on other people's property. You could also visit one of the many nature reserves or public gardens found right across the UK.
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