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

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
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Location Scouting: On the Hunt for the Perfect Shots

One of the most tedious and difficult things that can often happen to photographers is to think of new locations for an upcoming photo or video shoot. Here are some tips to help you find the perfect location for your next shoot.

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

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
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Glossy VS Matte Photos | Which Print Paper is Better?

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

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

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

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

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
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Learn “Spotlight” LIGHTING Photography Portraits

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
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20+ Incredible Examples of Creative Lighting

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

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How To Use Your DSLR As A Webcam – Updated

David Crewe

To help bridge the gap between your computer's webcam and your professional cameras, several companies have released software & hardware to help take advantage of the cameras you already own making it incredibly easy to level up your web-conferencing presentation!

Nikon Set To Lay Off An Additional 20% of its International Workforce

David Crewe

Back in June, we reported on how Nikon had laid off 700 of its workers following its full 2020 financial ...

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Manfrotto Announces Their Entrance Into The Battery & Charger Business (Canon, Nikon & Sony)

Matthew Saville

If Manfrotto is putting their name, well-known for high-quality products, on batteries and chargers, ...then consider us excited!

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Nikon Z5 Review | The Best Value Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera

Matthew Saville

With so many attractive features for the low price of $1,400, is this full-frame camera too good to be true? For most types of photography, it's almost perfect.

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Irix Cine Lenses are Now Available for Nikon Z, Canon RF, and Leica L Mounts

David Crewe

We initially reported this Nikon rumor about a year ago, but now it looks like it’s finally true and with ...

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Is Sony Gaining Ground In the Camera Industry In 2020? What About Canon & Nikon?

Matthew Saville

2020 may not a positive year for the camera business, but with seven new full-frame cameras announced this year, how are Sony, Nikon, and Canon doing?

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Nikon Z5 VS Z6 | Image Quality & Autofocus Tests

Matthew Saville

The Nikon Z5 is the most affordable full-frame camera ever to have features such as dual card slots and IBIS, but is this incredible value too good to be true? Maybe not!

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Nikon Z-Mount Is The Best Mirrorless Platform, According To Sony Fan Logic!

Matthew Saville

Sony fans, remember when you said adapters made E-mount the best? Well, Nikon mirrorless is beating you at your own game now...

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Nikon’s Trade Up To Z 5 Program Gives An Extra Introductory $100 Bonus Offer

David Crewe

For a Limited Time, Trade in Any Working Camera to Receive a $100 Bonus Towards a New Nikon Z 5, In Addition to Your Camera’s Trade-In Value

Nikon Releases Firmware Update for Z Series and FTZ Adapter SLR Lounge

Nikon Releases New Firmware Updates For the Mirrorless Z Systems

David Crewe

Nikon brings a bevy of updates with the launch of the latest firmware for the Mirrorless Z System Cameras improving Animal Detection, support for the TC-1.4x/TC-2.0x, updated F Mount lens support for the FTZ adapter, and a ton of additional enhancements, fixes, and improvements.

38th Nikon Photo Contest SLR Lounge

The 38th Annual Nikon Photo Contest Has Officially Launched – Details & Entries To Open Soon

David Crewe

The Nikon Photo Contest is known for providing a place for visual storytellers to discover new opportunities to utilize and experiment with the latest methods and styles of expression, and to share powerful stories through the common language of imaging.