Tag: landscapes

The Nikon Z DX 24mm f/1.7 is a fast wide-angle lens for APS-C cameras

Nikon Nikon has been releasing a little something for everyone so far this year. Just a few weeks ago, the company announced the powerful professional-level Nikon Z8, and earlier this year, it released a budget-friendly power zoom DX lens. And now, Nikon APS-C camera owners get another lens option for their arsenal. The NIKKOR Z… Continue reading The Nikon Z DX 24mm f/1.7 is a fast wide-angle lens for APS-C cameras

The best wide-angle lens in 2023

Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best for Canon mirrorless Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8 L IS USM SEE IT This is the mirrorless version of the legendary EF 15-35mm lens. Best for Nikon mirrorless Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 SEE… Continue reading The best wide-angle lens in 2023

Sun, camera, action: The ultimate guide to adventure photography

For as long as there have been cameras, photographers have been among the world’s most intrepid adventurers. More than one hundred years ago, Herbert Ponting and Frank Hurley embarked on voyages to Antarctica, braving inhospitable terrain few dared to explore. By the 1920s, an aviator by the name of Edith Keating was helping to pioneer… Continue reading Sun, camera, action: The ultimate guide to adventure photography

The Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 is a compact wide-angle for Fujifilm X-mount cameras

Abby Ferguson Earlier this year, Tamron announced it was working on a fast and compact wide-angle lens for Fujifilm X-mount cameras. Now, the wait is (nearly) over, and the new Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD is here and ready for pre-order. The newest Tamron lens offers a full-frame equivalent focal length of 16.5-30mm. This… Continue reading The Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 is a compact wide-angle for Fujifilm X-mount cameras

Spotlight: Licensing Contributors shooting awesome pet photography

Long gone are the days of stock photography that feels outdated, posed, and cliché. Today, content creators are diversifying their commercial portfolio with content types that lean into relatable and real moments. This shift is directly inspired by the rising wants and demands of the consumer market. At 500px, we strive to provide our Contributors… Continue reading Spotlight: Licensing Contributors shooting awesome pet photography

7 self-care tips for photographers

Ansel Adams took regular walks in nature, and Margaret Bourke-White went to bed early and woke up early to spend time writing outdoors. Most of us have seen Adams’ Yosemite landscapes and Bourke-White’s photographs for LIFE magazine, but we pay far less attention to their everyday lives—and the little things they did to nurture their… Continue reading 7 self-care tips for photographers

Datacolor releases two new Spyder monitor calibration tools

Datacolor Datacolor, one of the top producers of monitor calibration devices, has just announced new tools for precise monitor color. The new Spyder X2 Ultra and Spyder X2 Elite provide re-engineered software for an improved UI experience as well as even more advanced calibration features. They also offer expanded sensor capabilities for even more precise… Continue reading Datacolor releases two new Spyder monitor calibration tools

NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 lens review: A balance of quality and price

The NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 works well for landscapes, events, travel, and even detail shots. Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › I love a good ultra-wide angle lens. They are much more versatile than they get credit for and lend… Continue reading NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 lens review: A balance of quality and price

The Licensing Rush winners are…

March was an exciting month at 500px, as we launched a new, thrilling contest, Licensing Rush, in dedication to our amazing 500px Licensing community. We were blown away by the number of photographers who participated in the contest and the volume of submissions. The competition was fierce, as photographers vied to have the most photos… Continue reading The Licensing Rush winners are…