The decisive moment: Show us your best candid photos

Marissa Wu The decisive moment is one of my favorite photography concepts. It involves not only being in the right place, at the right time but also having the reflexes and expert compositional skills to tell a compelling story, one that’s often over as soon as the shutter clicks.  No doubt the master and pioneer… Continue reading The decisive moment: Show us your best candid photos

The Nikon Z9 is the best-selling ‘pro flagship’ model of 2022, so far

Nikon Nikon announced this week that marketing data showed the Nikon Z9 was the “top-selling professional flagship full-frame mirrorless camera in the First Quarter of 2022.” It’s a pretty big deal for a much-storied brand that has, so far, shown some signs of struggling with its transition from DSLRs to mirrorless cameras. Owning a niche… Continue reading The Nikon Z9 is the best-selling ‘pro flagship’ model of 2022, so far

Nikon quietly discontinues 14 more DSLR lenses

Nikon It’s a great time to be a Nikonian. With a healthy selection of cameras, from the tiny, affordable Nikon Z50 to the impressive flagship Nikon Z9, and no less than 30 Z-mount lenses on offer, the company’s mirrorless line now has something for most everyone. For those who’re still clinging to their DSLRs and… Continue reading Nikon quietly discontinues 14 more DSLR lenses

7 Reasons You Should Use a Handheld Light Meter

Show Promo Image Modern cameras have excellent AE (Automatic Exposure) features, so users can get great shots without thinking much about what’s happening under the hood. The light meter, of course, is built-in and somewhat autocratic—and therein lies the rub. Jon Sienkiewicz Fri, 05/20/2022

The New York Times Responds to Criticism from a British Photojournalist

Photojournalist and Leica Ambassador Emily Garthwaite has spoken about her experience as a potential photographer for a story pitched to The New York Times. Garthwaite alleges the original plan was for her to photograph ta story covering a hiking trail in Kurdistan. Eventually, the NYT chose to pass it to a different photographer, something she… Continue reading The New York Times Responds to Criticism from a British Photojournalist

Does the New DJI Mic Have a Noise Problem?

I finally received my DJI Mic after pre-ordering it more than a month ago, and at first, I was disappointed. When I did the initial test with the DJI Receiver connected to my Canon R5, the audio I recorded was much noisier than what I was used to from my old setup, for which I… Continue reading Does the New DJI Mic Have a Noise Problem?

Tether Tools replaces its popular JerkStopper cable protection tool with its new TetherGuard system

Camera accessory manufacturer Tether Tools has released an updated version of one of its most popular products, the JerkStopper. After over a decade of service in various iterations, JerkStopper is being replaced by TetherTools new TetherGuard system. Like its predecessor, TetherGuard is designed to prevent your cables, such as HDMI, 3.5mm audio and power cables,… Continue reading Tether Tools replaces its popular JerkStopper cable protection tool with its new TetherGuard system