Spotlight: 500px Prime Creator Iza Lyson

Meet our newest 500px Prime Creator and learn more about how Licensing is creating a more inclusive world through visual storytelling. Iza Lyson is a Polish photographer specializing in dog photography and lifestyle content. Having been a 500px Contributor for over eight years, her Portfolio has captured the attention of 500px for its stunning and… Continue reading Spotlight: 500px Prime Creator Iza Lyson

The best camera straps in 2023

With the best camera straps, you can keep calm and carry on. Haupes, Unsplash We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Let’s face it: The best camera straps don’t necessarily include the one that came with your camera. Sure, it’s functional, but it’s… Continue reading The best camera straps in 2023

Chrome Camera Sling Niko 3.0 bag review

This is a great option for carrying a body and a lens or two. Stan Horaczek We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › My first outing with the Chrome Niko Camera Sling 3.0 involved a hike. My friend told me it would be… Continue reading Chrome Camera Sling Niko 3.0 bag review

The best microphones for vlogging in 2023

Stan Horaczek We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best overall Blue Yeti X Professional Condenser USB Microphone SEE IT Best compact condenser microphone SAMSON Meteor Mic USB Studio Condenser Microphone SEE IT Best on camera microphone Rode VideoMic GO Lightweight On-Camera Microphone… Continue reading The best microphones for vlogging in 2023

How to effectively capture texture in your commercial content (Part 2)

More than a decade ago, the camera brand Leica revealed an eye-catching print and outdoor ad campaign in Switzerland, featuring photographs of various textures found throughout everyday city life: wood, metal, bricks, and more. The ads were installed on real-life walls of the same texture, revealing the up-close details of each surface. The goal was… Continue reading How to effectively capture texture in your commercial content (Part 2)

Shimoda Explore v2 review – a versatile camera backpack for nearly any adventure

The Shimoda Design Explore v2 backpacks come in three sizes, 25-, 30-, and 35-liters. Mason Marsh In my 40 years as a photographer, I’ve owned dozens of camera bags. Lugging camera gear has always been an exercise of compromises, but with the new Explore v2 camera backpacks from Shimoda Designs, those compromises are few. And… Continue reading Shimoda Explore v2 review – a versatile camera backpack for nearly any adventure

Best camera straps in 2022

With the best camera straps, you can keep calm and carry on. Haupes, Unsplash Let’s face it: The best camera straps don’t necessarily include the one that came with your camera. Sure, it’s functional, but it’s not much else—so maybe it’s time to ditch the stock, second-rate options, especially if you end up with neck… Continue reading Best camera straps in 2022