As photographers, we often work in light situations that are… less than ideal. One common way of dealing with low light is to crank up the gain, also called the ISO, on your camera. Unfortunately, the outcome is blotchy, splotchy areas that might distract from an otherwise perfect photo. This image, photographed at ISO 16000,… Continue reading How to Reduce Noise in Pictures Using Lightroom Classic
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10 Amazing Photoshop HDR Photo Effects (Pro PSD Actions)
Some photographers love how High Dynamic Range techniques bring out all of the detail in an image; others don’t like the look, especially when taken a little too far. In this roundup, we share ten HDR photo effects for Photoshop. These actions and tools can take your images and create HDR style images. This HDR… Continue reading 10 Amazing Photoshop HDR Photo Effects (Pro PSD Actions)
How to Edit 4K Single-Camera Interview Video in Premiere Pro
In this Premiere Pro tutorial from David Bode’s free Ultimate Premiere FAQ course, you’ll learn how to create and edit multiple cameras from a single camera shot. This is a fast and fun way to edit interviews, especially. Advantages of High-Resolution Files These days, cameras can record at very high resolutions, like Cinema 4K, but… Continue reading How to Edit 4K Single-Camera Interview Video in Premiere Pro
Best ND filters for 2022
Stan Horaczek Best overall HOYA Pro ND Filter Check Price Best for cinematography Lee Filters Stopper Check Price Best budget Neewer ND Filter Kit Check Price A quality ND filter (short for neutral density filter) cuts the amount of light coming into the camera without affecting the color or overall appearance of the image. While… Continue reading Best ND filters for 2022
Best lenses for bird photography in 2022
Stan Horaczek Best Canon Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM Lens Check Price Best Nikon Nikon AF-S FX NIKKOR 200-500mm f/5.6E ED Check Price Best Sony Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS Check Price Documenting the avian species can be tricky but the proper lenses for bird photography make it much more attainable. Without… Continue reading Best lenses for bird photography in 2022
How to Export ProRes, CineForm, and Other Pro Formats With Premiere Pro
In this lesson from David Bode’s Free Ultimate Premiere Pro FAQ Course, you will learn how to export your projects to an intermediate codec like ProRes, CineForm, or DNX. What Is an Intermediate Codec? An intermediate codec is something you use in the post-production process. It’s not something you’d typically use to deliver a final… Continue reading How to Export ProRes, CineForm, and Other Pro Formats With Premiere Pro
Save up to $560 on some of Sony’s most popular lenses at Amazon
Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens. Sony Sony Check Price A telephoto zoom can come in handy across a wide variety of photographic situations. They are essential for a well-rounded kit, but the 70-200mm plays a crucial role for many pro shooters, including wedding, portrait, and sports photographers. Unfortunately, high-end models typically command high… Continue reading Save up to $560 on some of Sony’s most popular lenses at Amazon
How to be a conscientious travel photographer: Creating thoughtful images with Susan Portnoy
The Tiger’s Nest monastery in Bhutan. Susan Portnoy So, you’re packing your bags—and your camera—for a little summer vacation. It’s only natural that you’ll want to document your trip, but, what’s the point of taking pictures at popular destinations when millions of others are, too? PopPhoto chatted with award-winning travel photographer Susan Portnoy of The… Continue reading How to be a conscientious travel photographer: Creating thoughtful images with Susan Portnoy
Meike’s new 10mm f/2 is a fast, wide-angle prime for crop-sensor cameras
Meike Hong Kong’s homegrown lens brand Meike has been on an absolute tear this year, releasing new lenses at a truly astounding rate. Last month alone, the company launched five new lense—including an incredibly affordable 85mm f/1.8—and in the first half of the year, it has already announced a total of nine lenses and two… Continue reading Meike’s new 10mm f/2 is a fast, wide-angle prime for crop-sensor cameras
Kodak Professional Tri-X disposable camera review: Iconic film in a single-use body
Kodak Professional Tri-X 400 disposable camera. Abby Ferguson In December of 2021, photography giant Kodak announced a new disposable camera option. Instead of packing it with consumer-grade color film as it does with most of its other disposable offerings, Kodak loaded up rolls of its iconic Tri-X 400 black-and-white film. This classic stock has been… Continue reading Kodak Professional Tri-X disposable camera review: Iconic film in a single-use body