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Wedding Photography Tips | The Complete Guide

March 21, 2026

This article encompasses many of the best SLR Lounge articles and tutorials on Wedding Photography.

Golf Course Wedding Photography Tips and Inspiration

March 20, 2026

You don’t have to love the game of golf to appreciate golf course weddings. The lush grounds and immaculate landscaping found at most golf courses have made them popular wedding venues. However, photographing a wedding on a sprawling golf course comes with its own set of challenges. From navigating the expansive grounds to working within ... Read more

Clients Asking for RAW Files? Here’s What to Do

March 19, 2026

One of the most frequently asked questions I receive from photographers in our Photography Mastermind Group, and even via DMs goes like this: “My clients want my RAW files. What should I do?” This topic has sparked a lot of debate in the photography community, and unfortunately, I’ve seen a lot of poor advice circulating. ... Read more

Should You Delete Your RAW Photos, Or Archive Them Forever? – Q&A

March 18, 2026

A common dilemma photographers face is the following question: “should I delete my RAW original photos, after delivering them to a client?” I have the high-res edited JPG files and I’ve never had to go back to my RAWs for any reason, so do I really need them taking up tons of space on my ... Read more

Best Tripod For Landscape Photography

March 17, 2026

Is it possible to find a good tripod for landscape photography, without breaking the bank? Yes, it is.

VideoProc Converter AI Review: Smart yet Cost-Effective Video and Image Enhancement Tool for Photographers

March 17, 2026

For photographers and videographers, every moment captured is a piece of our real world that has been frozen in time. Whether it’s the vibrant hues of a sunset landscape, the emotion of a memorable moment with friends & family, or the nostalgic charm of our oldest imagery, this is what our passion as artists is ... Read more

Editorial Posing Tips, Inspiration, and Examples for Better Group Portraits

March 16, 2026

Editorial posing is a style of posing that utilizes layers, connection points, and varied expressions to create a unique look you might see in a fashion magazine or high-end photography publication. It is the opposite of standard, symmetrical posing, where subjects are placed in a straight line with equal weight on both sides. In this ... Read more

5 Tips on Shooting Sharp Images with a Wide-Open Aperture

March 15, 2026

How do we get tack-sharp images, especially when it comes to groups, when we're shooting with a wide-open aperture? Here's how in 5 tips (plus 3 bonus tips)!

Essential Tips For Capturing Boat Wedding Pictures

March 14, 2026

Photographing a wedding on a boat presents unique opportunities and challenges for photographers. The dynamic environment, with its changing light and moving landscape, calls for versatility and creativity. This article provides tips to navigate these waters, ensuring you capture breathtaking boat wedding pictures that the couple will treasure for a lifetime. Go Wide – Use ... Read more

How to Freeze Motion in Photography

March 13, 2026

In photography, some of the most compelling images are the ones that freeze motion, especially fast moving, dynamic motion. Whether it’s the graceful leap of a dancer, the splash of water mid-air, or the raw energy of a sporting event, freezing motion brings these fleeting moments to life with clarity. In this guide, we’ll explore ... Read more

Photography Tips

Creating Artistic Portraits Using A Tilt-Shift Lens

September 11, 2025

J. Cassario

Simply put, a tilt-shift lens is a lens that tilts and shifts, and throws the focus plane off. Sounds interesting, but what is the purpose, and how, or why would you use a lens like that?

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Camera Reviews and News Canon Cameras

Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8L Review | The Workhorse Mirrorless Wide-Angle Zoom

March 13, 2024

Matthew Saville

This $2300 lens is raising the bar for flagship wide-angle zooms. Is it the right lens for your collection?

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Photography Tips

Nikon Mirrorless Macro (Micro) Lenses Announced | Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S and MC 50mm f/2.8

June 1, 2021

Matthew Saville

Nikon has announced two full-frame mirrorless macro (micro) lenses for their Z-mount, and they are quite impressive from the look of things!

Lomography Launches Atoll Ultra Wide 17mm f2.8 Art Lens for Mirrorless SLR Lounge 1

Camera Reviews and News General Cameras

Lomography Launches Atoll Ultra-Wide 17mm f/2.8 Art Lens for Canon RF, Nikon Z, Sony E, Leica M

February 21, 2024

David Crewe

Recently Lomography launched its newest compact prime lens on kickstarter, the Atoll Ultra-Wide f/2.8 17mm Art lens on for Mirrorless ...

Zy Optics Launches Mitakon Speedmaster 50mm f0.95 for Leica M Mount

Photography News Leica Cameras and Lenses

ZY Optics Adds Leica M Mount To Its Mitakon Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 Line-Up

February 21, 2024

David Crewe

Today there’s some more good news for the Leica shooters out there. ZY Optics has announced the launch of the ...

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Camera Reviews and News Nikon Cameras and Lenses

Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S Review | The Most Anticipated Lens Of 2020?

December 14, 2020

Matthew Saville

Completing Nikon's f/2.8 zoom holy trinity, this is one of the best 70-200mm f/2.8 zooms we have ever seen.

Sigma Lenses Deals

SIGMA Reveals 2020 Black Friday Sale | Save Up to $240 on Lenses

November 16, 2020

Christopher

SIGMA Photo has announced limited-time Black Friday pricing on a variety of popular photography products from Sunday, November 15 through Monday, December 7, 2020 at SIGMA Authorized Dealers in the United States. SIGMA is also offering a Zero Percent Financing option for Cine lens purchases, currently available through the end of 2020, as well as discounts on purchases of multiple Cine lenses

Laowa Launches Worlds Widest Shift Lens SLR Lounge

Camera Reviews and News General Cameras

Laowa Announces the Release Of The World’s Widest Shift Lens for Full Frame Cameras

October 30, 2020

David Crewe

Venus Optics announce the new Laowa 15mm f/4.5 Zero-D Shift Lens – World’s Widest Shift Lens for Full Frame Cameras

TTArtisan Launches Super Cheap 35mm f1.4 Manual Lens for APS C And MFT Mounts SLR Lounge

Camera Reviews and News Fujifilm Cameras and Lenses

TTartisan Released A $73 35mm F1.4 for Fujifilm X

October 3, 2020

Matthew Saville

Here's a 35mm f/1.4 prime for your crop-sensor cameras that only costs $73! It looks well-made and sharp, too!

Camera Reviews and News Photography Basics

Telephoto vs. Wide-Angle | Lens Choice Considerations

February 20, 2024

Dawn Gilfillan

Are you confused by photography talk about telephoto and wide-angle lenses? In this post, we'll let you know all the facts about telephoto vs. wide-angle lenses.

Rokinon Samyang 35mm f1.8 For Sony E Mount SLR Lounge

Photography News General Cameras Sony Cameras and Lenses Samyang Rokinon

Samyang Launches A 35mm F1.8 AF Lens for Sony E-Mount

April 3, 2024

David Crewe

This prime lens provides mobility and convenience for shooting a wide range of subjects from everyday snapshots(indoor & outdoor), food photography, cityscapes, landscapes and more.