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Glossy VS Matte Photos | Which Print Paper is Better?

March 10, 2026

Even in today’s world of digital displays, most photographers have printed at least a few of their photos. When it comes to photo printing, one of the most common questions is, glossy or matte? Deciding between these two types of paper is a huge decision, and you definitely want to make the right choice! There ... Read more

Second Shooter Contract Sample for Second and Third Photographers

March 9, 2026

For those who are looking to step foot into the professional realm of photography (or those who are already there), you may start to realize that you can’t be everywhere at once. And even if you think you can, there are inevitably moments that you will miss. By photographing a wedding solo you could be ... Read more

Lighting for Pet Photography with One-Light

March 8, 2026

Often, photographers who are considering the graduation from natural-light-only photography to the addition of artificial light into the mix will feel intimidated by the notion. In this article on lighting for pet photography, we’re here to show you that there’s no need — using flash can be easy. When you’re first getting started, using a ... Read more

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Cherry Blossom Photoshoot Tips | Capturing the Beauty of Spring

March 7, 2026

Spring is a season of new beginnings, and what better way to celebrate than by capturing the beauty of cherry blossoms through photography? With their delicate pink and white petals, these trees provide a stunning backdrop for photoshoots of all kinds. Their ephemeral nature adds a unique, whimsical quality to the photos that’s hard to ... Read more

Posing Guide for Photographing Children

March 6, 2026

Children are often the first subjects that a photographer falls in love with as a primary subject. There are endless benefits of shooting little ones who have yet to develop camera shyness, allowing beginning photographers to have a moving, dynamic, energetic, and sometimes patient subject. But it isn’t until you are hired to shoot children ... Read more

Learn “Spotlight” LIGHTING Photography Portraits

March 5, 2026

There are countless ways to get creative with studio portrait lighting. In this video, we’ll be putting the spotlight on our model with an incredibly simple creative lighting setup using only two off-camera flashes. Video: Creative Lighting Setup For “Spotlight” Style Portraits Before we jump in, be sure to give my friend and model, Kiara, ... Read more

DxO Film Pack 8 Review | The Most Comprehensive Film Emulation Tool We’ve Ever Seen

March 5, 2026

Digital photography is about technical perfection and “clean image data”; film photography is about emotion, character, soul… At least those are the cliches! Except, what if you could blow away all the stereotypes and have all of those things at your fingertips? It sounds too good to be true, however, this DxO Film Pack 8 ... Read more

20+ Incredible Examples of Creative Lighting

March 4, 2026

A photograph cannot exist without light. Light is an integral aspect of a photograph that can influence the mood, emotion, and ultimately, tell a story. Though there are several unwritten rules of light use that photographers follow to capture an image, there are those who break the bounds and create a one-of-a-kind moment. In this ... Read more

5 Must-Have Boudoir Photography Accessories For Incredible Photos

March 3, 2026

When planning a boudoir shoot, the photographer has to consider camera angles, lighting, and outfits. In this episode I will be talking about my 5 favorite items to bring to a boudoir shoot.

Lumaprints Review: Framed Canvas and Framed Fine Art Prints (Quality That Punches Above the Price)

March 3, 2026

When we talk about the value of preserving photos, prints still do what digital files cannot. Sure, digital is convenient, fast, and easy to share, but it’s also easy to ignore. Think of the countless images that live on your phone, hard drives, or social feeds. They tend to disappear rather quickly, no matter how ... Read more

SIRUI 50mm f1.8 Anamorphic Lens SLR Lounge 2000x1333

Photography News

Sirui Announces 50mm f/1.8 1.33x Anamorphic Lens for APS-C Cameras

March 11, 2024

David Crewe

Exciting news for filmmakers. Sirui has announced the launch of an affordable Anamorphic lens for APS-C cameras coming in January 2020!

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Camera Reviews and News

WANDRD Duo Daypack Review – Possibly Their Best Bag Yet

August 14, 2024

David Crewe

The DUO Daypack really is the perfect bag to help balance work and life. Whether you are commuting to work, out on a photo shoot, or just out exploring, the DUO let’s you live your life the way you want to.

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Fujifilm X-T3 Review | 8 Things You’ll Love, 7 Things You Might Not

September 4, 2020

Matthew Saville

After 1 year on the market, the X-T3 proves to be flagship contender. Here's what we like and don't like.

Tamron Lens Lineup - Additional Sony Mount Lenses Coming - SLR Lounge

Camera Reviews and News Photography News Tamron Lenses

Tamron Is Working On More Lenses For Sony E-Mount

February 20, 2024

David Crewe

Tamron let it slip during PPE 2019, that they're working on 6 more lenses for the Sony E-Mount system! What do you think they could be and when will we see them?

Samyang 14mm For RF Mount - SLR Lounge - 2000x1333

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Samyang & Rokinon Release a 14mm f/2.8 Autofocus Lens for Canon RF Mount!

February 20, 2024

Matthew Saville

Samyang has officially announced and released it's AF 14mm f/2.8 for Canon RF mount, available for pre-order now and expected to start shipping in early November!

Lensbaby OMNI Color Expansion Pack Announced - SLR Lounge - 2000x1333

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Lensbaby Releases a Color Expansion Pack for the OMNI Filter System

March 4, 2020

David Crewe

Bring color and mood into your imagery when using the Lensbaby OMNI Creative Filter System with the OMNI Color Expansion Pack. This expansion pack features an array of multi-colored films and gels, color crystals, a rainbow diffraction film, and a carrying case

Canon Announces Development on 1DX MKIII SLR-Lounge

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Canon Officially Announces Development of the 1DX MK III and Launches Several New Lenses, Accessories, & Bundles!

February 20, 2024

David Crewe

Canon has officially announced the development of the EOS 1D X Mark III, a flagship DSLR that has more power, more speed, and more durability than its predecessor. Also announced are the pricing and bundle information for several new lenses, cameras, and accessories!

Camera Reviews and News Photography News Sony Cameras and Lenses Tamron Lenses

Pricing & Details for Tamron’s Three Close-Focusing Prime Lenses For Sony E-Mount Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras Announced

March 6, 2020

David Crewe

Tamron has announced the launch of three long awaited prime lenses for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras: 20mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F050), 24mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F051), and 35mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (Model F053)

Elinchrom - Rotalux - Rotagrid Launch - SLR Lounge - 2000x1333

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Elinchrom Releases Complete Grid System For The Rotalux Lightshaper Softboxes – The ‘Rotagrid’

February 20, 2024

David Crewe

Throughout these years Rotalux has been continuously optimised and refined to become even better and photographers have been using the Rotalux system to shape light in nearly every way imaginable. But there's always been a missing piece...until now that is.