Get back to basics and make the most of natural light by capturing portraits without flash or studio lights.
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Goodbye and Good Riddance to the Canon 1Dx Series Cameras
Not long ago, reports circulated around the web that Canon isn’t going to continue the 1Dx series of cameras. Before that, Canon also said that they wouldn’t make any more Canon EF lenses unless there was critical demand. It’s a very indirect way of them also saying that they will focus on mirrorless cameras for… Continue reading Goodbye and Good Riddance to the Canon 1Dx Series Cameras
No, New Laws Preventing Photographs of Breastfeeding Are Not an Assault on Photography
The U.K. government has announced that it will soon be a crime to photograph mothers breastfeeding their children in public. Limiting the right to photograph in public places could be seen as an attack on freedom of expression, so is this law justified? [ Read More ]
Solving the Problems of Photography in Very Cold Temperatures
Cameras usually aren’t specced to shoot in very cold conditions. A small handful have a negative operating temperature (in Celsius at least), like the Nikon Z9 at -10° C / 14° F. Most others are rated for a pretty pedestrian 0° C / 32° F. But if you’re aware of the issues, you can work… Continue reading Solving the Problems of Photography in Very Cold Temperatures
Did Nikon Hit the Sweet Spot With the Z fc Mirrorless Camera?
Nikon’s first retro-inspired camera, the Df, came out to mostly middling reviews noting its emphasis on form over function. Their second effort, the mirrorless Z fc, keeps the retro aesthetic and features far more competitive specs. Did the company hit the sweet spot this time? This great video review takes a look at the image… Continue reading Did Nikon Hit the Sweet Spot With the Z fc Mirrorless Camera?
10 Common Questions About Using Vintage Lenses
Vintage lenses have exploded in popularity in the last few years, offering photographers much more affordable options and unique looks that are not seen in more modern lenses. However, with so many options out there, it can be a bit hard to know where to look, what to buy, and how much to spend. This… Continue reading 10 Common Questions About Using Vintage Lenses
3 Affordable M-Mount Lenses to Adapt to Your Camera
The cool thing about Leica M-mount is how versatile the entire lens lineup is. It’s easy to get lots of them used at great prices. But it’s also very possible to score M-mount lenses from other manufacturers for extremely affordable prices. Lucky for you, we’ve reviewed tons of M-mount lenses by Leica and lots of… Continue reading 3 Affordable M-Mount Lenses to Adapt to Your Camera
We Review the Haida M10 Generation II Filter Holder
I started using the Haida M10 filter system in January 2020, and I liked it a lot. Since that time I have been using the M10 filter system exclusively. Now, Haida released a second generation with many improvements. I was provided with an M10 generation II filter holder for review. [ Read More ]
Last Chance: Win a Premium Fstoppers Tutorial by Helping to Pick Our Photographer of the Year
Want to start the new year with a free tutorial from Fstoppers? All you have to do is help us choose our Photographer of the Year! [ Read More ]
Landscape composition explained – Part 1: Masses and lines
An interesting viewpoint on Fagradalsfjall Volcano, Iceland, showing one of the vents in the center, sending rivers of lava in various directions. What makes this composition appealing? DJI Mavic 2 Pro, F7.1, 1/30 sec, pano stitch, April 2021. When it comes to landscape photography, composition reigns supreme as the single most important factor that determines… Continue reading Landscape composition explained – Part 1: Masses and lines