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How to Use Fresnel Lenses in Photography

February 8, 2026

Fresnel lenses, originally designed for lighthouses, found their way into photography as powerful tools for shaping light. These lenses focus light effectively while remaining lightweight and portable. Whether you’re a portrait photographer or experimenting with creative lighting, understanding how to use Fresnel lenses can add depth and drama to your work. What Are Fresnel Lenses ... Read more

Tips for Going Big with Large Photo Prints

February 7, 2026

When wall space and budget allows, it’s great to go big with large photo prints. Large prints, which can reach up to 96” wide (that’s eight feet!), allow your clients to preserve their special moments on an epic scale, and they also serve as the ultimate showcase for quality photos. For photographers who’ve made print ... Read more

4 Effective Communication Skills Photographers Need to Succeed

February 6, 2026

When we think about jumping into photography as a career, we often focus on our hard skills, or the technical aspects of shooting. It’s the part we fall in love with while learning to use our gear and discovering new techniques to capture incredible images. Knowing how to take beautiful photos, however, does not automatically ... Read more

Midday Photography Lighting Tips for Better Portraits

February 5, 2026

If you head out unprepared to capture portraits under the midday sun, you might find yourself wrestling with harsh shadows and limited creative opportunities. While this time of day has a reputation for providing less than ideal lighting, we can actually use it to our advantage. In this guide, we will walk through practical tips ... Read more

Ruko U11MINI 4K RC3 Review: A Sub-250g Drone That Actually Makes Sense for Beginners

February 5, 2026

The bottom line: The Ruko U11MINI 4K RC3 delivers usable 4K video, a 3-axis gimbal, and 96 minutes of flight time across three batteries, all under 249g and under $500. It’s not a DJI killer, but it’s a legitimately good first drone for photographers testing aerial content without the regulatory headaches or financial commitment of ... Read more

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Staircase Photoshoot Tips for Beautiful Images

February 4, 2026

Staircases can serve photographers not only as functional structures, but also stunning backdrops for photoshoots. A well-executed staircase photoshoot can produce breathtaking images. However, capturing such images requires an eye for detail, the right equipment, and proper preparation. In this article, we’ll provide tips and tricks on how to execute the perfect staircase photoshoot. From ... Read more

Why Everyone Knows You’re Not a Professional Product Photographer And How To Change

How to Do Product Photography for Small Business: Photography Tips to Follow

February 4, 2026

You can have an amazing product and still lose a sale because the photo feels off: the color looks wrong, the shadows are distracting, or the image just doesn’t look like something a real store would publish. The frustrating part is that most of those problems aren’t about having a better camera, but about getting ... Read more

SEO Link Building For Photographers | A Complete Guide (Updated)

February 4, 2026

A little while ago SLR Lounge released the Photography SEO And Web Marketing E-Book. Here are 5 SEO tips which I picked up from this book that I thought were particularly relevant to photographers, and rarely mentioned elsewhere.

Wedding Maps Rolls Out New Features to Help Photographers Build Authority and Book More Clients

February 3, 2026

Wedding Maps has been quietly building one of the most photographer-friendly directories in the industry. Unlike pay-to-play platforms that charge thousands for basic visibility, Wedding Maps takes a different approach: help photographers build genuine authority through editorial features, backlinks, and awards that actually move the needle on SEO, AI search, and overall credibility. If you’re ... Read more

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How to Take BETTER Photos in Harsh Sunlight (Get CREATIVE Outside)

February 3, 2026

Follow photographer Murtaza Siraj through a complete photo shoot & learn to find natural light patterns for creative effect under harsh, midday sun!

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AI Sky Replacement – Adobe Photoshop 2021 vs Skylum Luminar 4

March 24, 2025

David Crewe

It seems that everywhere you look today with Photo retouching tools, it’s all about the AI tools that are available; ...

Photography Tips

Fuji 400H vs Kodak Portra 400 // The Film Battle of Titans

August 14, 2024

Braedon Flynn

If you talk to film photographers, they probably either shoot Fujifilm or Kodak film and usually not both. So what is the difference, what is the hype, and which should you choose?

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Things I Discovered About The Sony A7R IV

August 14, 2024

Gary Friedman

There's a lot of information out there about the Sony A7R IV, but in this post we're going to talk about a few lesser known and surprising features we've recently discovered.

Lens Rentals Profoto Light Comparison by Zach Sutton

Camera Reviews and News

What’s the Big Difference Between the Profoto B1X, B10, and B10 Plus?

February 20, 2024

David Crewe

People asked Zach Sutton to put together a comparison of the Profoto B1X, Profoto B10, and Profoto B10+, and it's safe to say he went a bit overboard with this behemoth of an article. Please give it a read.

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Fujifilm Instax | Comparing All Available Instax Cameras & Printers

February 19, 2024

Holly Roa

Everyone loves an INSTAX, but not every INSTAX

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Sony A7RIII vs Nikon D850 vs Canon 5D Mark IV

January 18, 2019

Kishore Sawh

Shooting all 3 at once has an effect on your perspective

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Lens Comparison | Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 Art VS Canon 24-70mm f/2.8L II

March 4, 2020

Holly Roa

How much does it matter to you?

Photography Tips

Canon’s New 85mm f/1.4L IS USM | What Is Its Place In The World Of 85mm Primes?

February 19, 2024

Holly Roa

Canon has just announced a monumental new lens – their all-new 85mm f/1.4L IS USM, priced at $1,599. Canon has ...

Photography Tips

Tips on Shooting with a Phone vs. DSLRs for Instagram

March 6, 2024

Jennifer Wu

Building your brand and business requires a social presence, but you don't always need a DSLR for it.

Photography Tips

Sony A7s II vs. The Human Eye in Low-Light Demonstration

February 17, 2024

Hanssie

The impressive low-light capabilities of the A7S II is demonstrated in this awesome side-by-side comparison of what the camera sees and the human eye sees.