Photography

By Jay Jayasuriya

World of photography

Felix Dennis
Quick poll: When was the last time you used a proper camera?
Alphr
As phone cameras get ever better, we want to find out when you last picked up a proper camera It’s no secret that the market for point-and-shoot …
Macro Photography
How to Use Any Lens for Macro Photography
fstoppers.com - by Aneesh Kothari
The results from macro photography, when well done, can be spectacular as a dazzling, miniature world comes to life. Check out this great video to …
Kodak
This Lens Filter Faithfully Recreates the Look of Kodak Aerochrome IR Film
petapixel.com - Michael Zhang
Kodak Aerochrome was a popular infrared film that produced a distinctive look photographers have utilized for various projects. Discontinued a decade …
Prototypes
The SwitchPod Handheld Tripod can Switch Things up in Mere Seconds
thephoblographer.com - Brett Day
If you’re a fan of handheld tripods then the SwitchPod should make you very happy. There are a few brands of handheld tripods on the market and all of …
Portrait Photography
3 Tips that Will Take Your Amateur Portrait Photos to PRO-Level Quality (VIDEO)
Shutterbug - Shutterbug Staff
Believe it or not, but you don’t need a ton of gear or a ton of time to shoot a professional-quality photo portrait. Indeed, if you want to take your …
Landscape Photography
Long exposure photography is an easy way to make your photos stand out
Popular Science - By Jeanette D. Moses
Vancouver based photographer Sharon Tenenbaum shares her tips. Long exposure photography can distort time and transform an everyday scene into something otherworldly. For Vancouver based photographer Tenenbaum,
Panasonic
First Impressions: Panasonic 50mm f1.4 Lumix S Pro (Panasonic L Mount)
thephoblographer.com - Chris Gampat
With the Panasonic 50mm f1.4, the company is creating what they call an absolutely no compromise lens. The last time we heard of a no compromise lens …
Panasonic Officially Launches S1-Series Full-Frame Cameras
bhphotovideo.com - By Shawn C. Steiner
Full-frame mirrorless is the next camera battleground, and now we have heavyweight Panasonic officially joining the fray with the release of the …
Lumix
Panasonic Lumix S1 & S1R | Hands-On Review
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Landscape Photography
Wild Arctic Fox Walks Up to Landscape Photographer to Check Out Camera
petapixel.com - Michael Zhang
Swiss landscape photographer Stefan Forster was shooting in Greenland in September 2018 when he spotted a wild white Arctic Fox. After hiding and …
Motorcycle photographer Mark 'Kato' Kariya talks gear
dpreview.com - Sponsored content, created by Vitec
California native Mark 'Kato' Kariya has been shooting motorsports for more than 30 years, during which time he's used countless cameras, lenses and …
Remote Controls
How to Photograph Dangerous Animals up Close Without Getting Killed
fstoppers.com - by Andy Day
Wildlife photographer Will Burrard-Lucas has come up with creative means of getting close to some of the world’s most dangerous and shyest animals. …
Photos
Up-Close Photos Capture the Diverse Textures and Patterns of Dogs Fur
My Modern Met - Emma Taggart
Hangovers are the worst, but there are a few remedies that some people swear by. Many people say one of the most effective is “the hair of the dog,” a phrase associated with an alcoholic beverage consumed
Landscape Photography
Seven Helpful Landscape Photography Composition Tips
fstoppers.com - by Alex Cooke
Composition is one of the most important aspects of successful landscape photography, but it's also one of the trickiest and most nuanced. This …
Why You Shouldn't Buy New Camera Gear
fstoppers.com - by Jonathan Reid
Buying new gear often feels like the quickest way to improve your photography. This video by SLR Lounge explores why this isn't the case and offers a …
Lunar Eclipse
How to watch the only total lunar eclipse of 2019 this weekend
The Verge - Loren Grush
Get ready for one big, red orb The first — and only — total lunar eclipse of 2019 is happening on Sunday, January 20th, and those who live in North and South America will have a front row seat to the bloody
How to upload and edit DSLR photos on your iPad
imore.com - Joseph Keller
Importing photos to your iPad or older iPad Pro is a great way to work on them on the go, but you'll need some additional hardware.If you love taking …
Lifehacks
How to Get Into Photography (Without Being a Dick About It)
Lifehacker - Joel Kahn
So: you love taking pictures on your phone and want to upgrade to some fancier equipment. But where do you start? How do you know how much to spend …
How to Get Camera Raw Files on to Your Smartphone
fstoppers.com - by Mike Smith
You carry that decent camera around with you because you want decent photos. Every so often, then, you need to get some of those unprocessed raw …
The Move to Mirrorless From DSLRs
petapixel.com - Daniel Lee
Back in May of last year, I finally made the move and got myself an a7 III. I had wanted a Sony body for quite some time but was hesitant to switch. …
The Instagram-Husband Revolution
The Atlantic - Taylor Lorenz
The men behind the camera are ready to step into the spotlight. Earlier this week, Chrissy Teigen posted a video on Instagram of herself posing artfully on the beach while her husband captured an endless
How to Shoot a Portrait at Night | Portrait Photography
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Technology
Canon, Nikon, and the future of mirrorless cameras
Engadget - Christopher Schodt
They may be playing catchup, but the two camera giants think they have what pros want. This has been a big year for the camera industry, with Nikon and Canon releasing their first professional full-frame
A Photographer's Take on the WD My Passport Wireless SSD
bhphotovideo.com - By Shawn C. Steiner
You know what I never want to bring when I travel or go on vacation? A laptop. I always pack a camera or two, depending on the goal of the trip (and …
Teen Falls to Her Death at a Popular Arizona Photo Destination
fstoppers.com - by Dusty Wooddell
Arizona is a beautiful state with a variety of breathtaking terrain to explore and photograph. Recently, a teen fell to her death at a popular …
10 of the Most Scenic Drives in the U.S. for Landscape Photographers
micending.com - www.micending.com
Most landscape photographers have several “dream” locations that they would love to visit and photograph some day. Being a landscape photographer, …
Canon and Nikon Released the Worst Cameras of 2018
fstoppers.com - by Alex Cooke
I've been sitting here for a bit, wondering what the worst gear release by a major manufacturer was in 2018, then I realized the answer was crystal …
Shoot This 52-Week Photo Challenge to Improve Your Skills in 2019
petapixel.com - Michael Zhang
Just get a new camera for Christmas and/or looking for a New Year’s resolution to improve your photography skills in 2019? Here’s a 52-week photo …
Why You Shouldn’t Use MicroSD Cards In DSLR Or Mirrorless Cameras
howtogeek.com - Michael Crider
MicroSD cards are becoming more widely adopted, on everything from action cameras to phones to video game consoles. But you probably shouldn’t use …