21 Poses to Try When Photographing Men

While photos of male models were once limited to underwear ads with six-pack abs, the field is changing—for the better. With major brands turning to street-casting and alternative modeling agencies, photographers now have more freedom to experiment with how they portray male individuality and masculinity. Masculinity is complex and multi-faceted; it means something different for… Continue reading 21 Poses to Try When Photographing Men

Best GoPro accessories for 2022

Stan Horaczek Best for extreme athletes Chesty Performance Chest Mount Check Price When it comes to a natural viewpoint and steady shooting, chest mounts seriously outperform head mounts. Best for shooting in the dark GoPro Light Mod Check Price With output up to 200 lumens, this little light provides a surprising amount of illumination. Best… Continue reading Best GoPro accessories for 2022

10 everyday items every wedding photographer should carry in their kit

All of the items here have one time or another come in handy for a member of the PopPhoto staff while shooting a wedding. Getty Images Photographing someone’s Big Day is a beautiful—and stressful—job, especially if you’re not a seasoned pro. This week, PopPhoto is serving up our best advice for capturing that special kind of joy. The job… Continue reading 10 everyday items every wedding photographer should carry in their kit

Best thermal imaging cameras in 2022

Flir Best overall Hti-Xintai Higher Resolution Check Price Best budget FLIR TG267 Check Price Best for iPhone Seek Thermal CompactPro Check Price Thermal imaging cameras–sometimes called heat sensor cameras or thermal imaging guns–have a broad range of applications and come in an even broader range of configurations, from thermal security cameras to specialized firefighting tools. … Continue reading Best thermal imaging cameras in 2022

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

I’m obsessed with the Rollei 35 and haven’t picked anything else up in months

My Rollei 35, whom I have named Carl. Marissa Wu I’ve wanted a Rollei 35 ever since I caught wind of its existence. Delightfully compact, it’s one of the smallest film cameras on the market, alongside the Minox 35 EL and Olympus XA. I am a sucker for great design and aesthetic, which is why… Continue reading I’m obsessed with the Rollei 35 and haven’t picked anything else up in months

Photo Of The Day By Nadeem Sufi

Photo By Nadeem Sufi Today’s Photo Of The Day is “Amazement” by Nadeem Sufi. “While visiting Emerald Lakes, the most striking thing was a pool of water that was left after the rest of the lake had been snowed out,” explains Sufi. “While the mountains right in front of the lake were reflecting perfectly, it… Continue reading Photo Of The Day By Nadeem Sufi

The Ultimate Road Trip Route Across Canada

Whether a road trip across Canada is an adventure you have been dreaming about or are already starting to plan, we are here to help! As a proud, Canadian company, we’re sharing our best road trip routes from the west coast to the east coast, helpful tips to make the most of your holiday, and… Continue reading The Ultimate Road Trip Route Across Canada

The best gifts for photographers of every skill level

Searching for the perfect holiday gift for a photographer? We’ve got you covered. Popular Photography The 2022 holiday season is upon us, and it’s time once again to shop for that special photographer in your life. Here at Popular Photography, we love gift-giving, but even more, we love recommending gifts for photographers. What follows are… Continue reading The best gifts for photographers of every skill level