The Nikon FG is a reasonably compact film SLR from 1982. Aaron Gold For reasons I can’t quite explain—my contrarian nature, perhaps, or the inferiority complex that comes with being a Pentax shooter—it pains me to heap praise on Nikon. It’s impossible to deny that most Nikon gear, be it film or digital, is pretty… Continue reading Classic film camera review: Nikon FG, the SLR that irked everyone
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New gear: Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 in development for Sony full-frame mirrorless
Tamron Japanese lensmaker Tamron is doing quite the job of ferreting out new niches for itself in the full-frame Sony E-mount lens market. A few weeks back we told you about a uniquely long-zooming 50-400mm lens the company has in development, and now it’s revealed another lens that should also be arriving this fall, the… Continue reading New gear: Tamron 20-40mm f/2.8 in development for Sony full-frame mirrorless
A stormy Jupiter shines bright in Webb’s latest images
‘The Great Red Spot’ is a famous storm that could swallow Earth. NASA, ESA, Jupiter ERS Team; image processing by Judy Schmidt Thus far, the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has shown us the marvels of mountainous nebulas, broken down the composition of a steamy exoplanet, and documented a symphony of stars and galaxies. What’s… Continue reading A stormy Jupiter shines bright in Webb’s latest images
How to Use Edit Presets on Photos in Lightroom CC
The editing presets in Adobe Lightroom CC are extremely helpful to use for two main reasons: They offer a recipe of visual aesthetics, or presets, for you to try out on an image. They show how the controls in the editing panel change to achieve each preset, so you’re able to learn how to achieve… Continue reading How to Use Edit Presets on Photos in Lightroom CC
7 Tips for Stunning Black and White Portrait Photography
The post 7 Tips for Stunning Black and White Portrait Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by John McIntire. Black and white portrait photography is beautiful, it’s powerful, and it often seems to communicate more than just a subject. But how can you capture gorgeous black and white portraits? What are… Continue reading 7 Tips for Stunning Black and White Portrait Photography
Juxtaposition in photography | 26 Examples to inspire your photography
The word “juxtaposition” has long dominated exhibition catalogs and artist statements, used by everyone from architects to painters, but some of today’s biggest mainstream photography trends also revolve around the theme of juxtaposition. From forced perspectives of people “holding up” the sun or moon to landscape photos of “tiny people in big places” to double-take… Continue reading Juxtaposition in photography | 26 Examples to inspire your photography
How to Use Imagery to Appeal to the Gen Z Workforce
Here are a few clever ways to show that your workplace is a welcoming place for the young, but extremely… The post How to Use Imagery to Appeal to the Gen Z Workforce appeared first on The Shutterstock Blog.
$4000 in prizes to be won this World Photography Day
Hey Photographers! This one’s for you. No matter where you live or what your skill set is you’ll have a chance to win one of seven amazing prizes this World Photography Day (or month as we’re calling it). Starting today and running until September 17, you can submit your photos to “Around the World in… Continue reading $4000 in prizes to be won this World Photography Day
Keep your film iced-cold with this 2-in-1 water bottle & film chiller
The small bottle can store three rolls of 35mm film. PPP Cameras Film photographers know the delicate nature of the medium. While the analog stuff offers excellent exposure latitude, put a roll through less-than-ideal conditions and at best, you’ve got an experiment on your hands, and at worst, a completely blank roll. We’re talking airport… Continue reading Keep your film iced-cold with this 2-in-1 water bottle & film chiller
Bring on the noise: How to save high ISO files deemed ‘too noisy’
Crank that ISO, AI de-noise software is here to save the day. Shot at ISO 6400 with noise corrections made using On1 NoNoise AI. Jeff Carlson In photography, knowing when to put the camera away is a valuable skill. Really dark situations are particularly difficult: without supplemental lighting, you can crank up the ISO to… Continue reading Bring on the noise: How to save high ISO files deemed ‘too noisy’