[embedded content] In running my photography channel, I get a lot of questions about RAW files vs. JPEG, and some people not fully grasping exactly what RAW files really are. So, I figured a box of cereal may simplify things. Read on. Most mirrorless and DSLR cameras allow you to shoot either JPEG files, RAW
Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma shooters have something to celebrate this morning. Venus Optics—the Chineses lens maker behind the popular Laowa lineup of DSLR and mirrorless lenses—has just added an L-mount option to six of its most popular lenses. If you’re using the Panasonic S1 series, Sigma fp, or the Leica SL or CL cameras, you
Laowa has released six of their popular lenses for the L mount system. The lenses include three wide angles (one zoom and two primes) along with three of their macro lenses. Laowa says that the new L-mount versions of the lenses are compatible with the Sigma fp, the Panasonic S1 series (including the S1R and
Photoshop CC tutorial showing how to give photos a trendy, gritty, high-contrast, and desaturated look. You’ve probably seen a similar grungy effect in movie posters and advertisements. Nike has used it a lot lately, or at least something similar. This effect is actually quite simple; all we’ll use is two adjustment layers, and one filter.
Fujifilm US has just announced the launch of Fujifilm Professional Services. Just like Canon’s CPS and Nikon’s NPS, Fujifilm’s FPS is a service and repair program for qualifying professionals that gives them access to expedited repairs, loaner equipment and more. The news broke earlier today, and while it might not be as “groundbreaking” as the
When Canon officially entered the full-frame mirrorless space with the EOS R, they were praised for releasing not one, not two, but three different RF-mount lens adapters. But it seems that was just the beginning… According to a report on Canon Rumors, the Japanese camera giant has three more RF-mount adapters in the works: two
[embedded content] The world of FPV droning doesn’t typically have much to do with the more aesthetic, cinematic of drone filmmaking. At least, not usually. Well, not unless you’re Paul Nurk. Going by the name NurkFPV on YouTube (and Instagram), Paul is pretty obsessed with FPV. How obsessed? Well, he’s obsessed enough to build an
I think it’s safe to say that 2020 has thrown the world for a giant loop. A lot of us feel stressed and overwhelmed by the events unfolding right before our eyes. Working at 500px during this time has been an interesting experience to say the least. I’ve watched many 500px community members use photography
A one-day initiative that took place around the United States yesterday shows the impact photographers can have when they team up to make a difference. It’s called “10,000 Headshots,” and it involved booking and shooting free headshots for 10,000 unemployed Americans across the country in a single day. The initiative was created by the website
[embedded content] Photographer Robert Hall recently released a simple-yet-brilliant explainer that uses water to illustrate the properties of light and explain a few concepts that frequently confuse beginners, including: what is a “stop” of light, how do you use the exposure triangle, and how do various flashes and flash modifiers affect your image. This isn’t
With all of the focus on the RF-mount and the debut of the EOS R5 and EOS R6, it’s easy to assume that Canon has given up on the EOS M lineup. But according to the most recent reports, that’s not true. Canon’s in it “for the long haul,” with new features and at least
[embedded content] Adobe After Effects hasn’t seen a big update in a little while, and it seemed to have been skipped over during last month’s big update – although, even if it had, the new app icons would’ve still probably stolen the show. But a little teaser was posted about an upcoming feature – the
In 1951, the photographer Edward Steichen, serving as the director of MoMA’s Department of Photography, organized an exhibition devoted entirely to abstract photography. The 150 images featured in the show ranged from fine art pieces to scientific studies to light drawings, including meticulously planned compositions and works made by happy accident. Today, the individuals included
[embedded content] A woman was hiking on a trail in Mexico’s Chipinque Ecological Park recently when she was approached by a curious black bear. As the bear stood on its hind legs sniffing her hair, she decided to raise her phone and snap a selfie. In two videos of the encounter, the bear can be
[embedded content] When Ricoh announced the new “Brand Vision” for Pentax, they promised to share more details about upcoming products very soon. Earlier today, they delivered in a follow-up video showing off the upcoming Pentax APS-C flagship DSLR. The still-unnamed APS-C flagship was first announced as “in development” in September of last year. Since then,
Have you seen Ad Astra? Do you remember it being one of the most colourful movies you’ve ever seen? No? Why not? Many modern space films have been guilty of looking a little drab and desaturated, but can we blame them? Space, as far as many of us see it, is pretty colourless. It’s just
From 2013 to 2017, the number of photos taken doubled from 6 billion to 1.2 trillion—according to research, 85% of the photos taken that year came from smartphones. In the years since, the “mobile revolution” has continued to take hold of the world of photography, not only on our social media feeds but also in
Earlier today, Instagram announced that it would be testing a new “personal fundraiser” feature that will let users raise money for a personal cause directly through the photo sharing app. That includes things like raising money for “personal emergencies,” like having your gear stolen, or even raising money to fund your “hobbies.” Instagram shared the
[embedded content] Unmesh Dinda over at PiXImperfect recently took the latest update of Photoshop for a spin, and he was blown away by the improvement to ‘Select Subject.’ This AI-powered selection tool was always okay as a baseline, but now it’s gotten so good that Dinda isn’t sure he’ll be using the Pen tool at
In addition to the Nikon Z5, a new lens, and two Z-mount teleconverters, Nikon also released a few firmware updates today. The Nikon Z6 and Z7 got some minor improvements, while the Nikon Z50 got a significant new feature: Animal Detection AF. The crop-sensor Nikon Z50 is a bit of a sleeper: generally well-reviewed, the
I think this is the last of them now, but along with the new Nikon Z5, Nikon has also announced that they’re releasing the beta for a “webcam utility software” in August that lets you use “many” of its DSLRs and Z mirrorless cameras. The software will be free, and available initially for Windows 10.
In this video, you’re going to learn an easy step-by-step process to turn anything into gold in Photoshop! The process is simple. All you need is a photo with a lot of contrast and the Apply Image command in Photoshop. You can also use the Camera Raw filter to smooth out the image and get
[embedded content] Disney researchers have unveiled a new algorithm for fully automatic high-resolution face-swapping for both photos and videos. “To the best of our knowledge, this is the first method capable of rendering photo-realistic and temporally coherent results at megapixel resolution,” the team of researchers at Disney Research Studios and ETH Zurich write in their
If you love the Canon 5D Mark IV DSLR and have been waiting for its successor to be announced, brace yourself for a big disappointment: Canon has reportedly decided to discontinue its popular and pioneering 5D line of cameras. Canon was, as recently as October 2019, said to be working on the 5D Mark V
In February this year, ESA and NASA launched Solar Orbiter to study the Sun from up close. The probe has returned the first images, and they are the closest photos of the Sun that have ever been taken. They reveal miniature solar flares or “campfires,” a phenomenon that has never been observable in detail before.
From The Front Steps Project to The 6 Foot Shoot, family photographers across the United States have been using the ongoing lockdown as an opportunity to capture moments of joy and togetherness amid an uncertain time. These viral photoshoots, created from a distance, from the porch, or even through the window, have reminded us that
ZY Optics has just added a new member to its “Speedmaster” lineup of lenses. Meet the new Mitakon Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 lens for the Canon EF mount, hailed as the “world’s only f/0.95 lens designed for DSLR systems in production.” Lest you think that this is just the mirrorless version of the lens—currently available for
It’s difficult to stay safe right now as a normal human, just trying to get groceries and make a living. It’s more difficult if you’re an event or wedding photographer. As an event photographer or wedding photographer, you might be exposed to crowds of people from all over the country, and in some cases from
It’s a big month for camera releases. Canon unveiled the EOS R5 and EOS R6, Leica released the M10-R, Blackmagic dropped the URSA Mini Pro 12K, and Sony is going to release the a7S III on July 28th. Now, Nikon is preparing to release a new camera of its own: the entry-level full-frame mirrorless Nikon
[embedded content] Whatever your camera is, you probably have an App to turn your phone into a wireless monitor. Sony has Imaging Edge; Canon has Camera Connect; Fuji has Camera Remote; Panasonic has Lumix Sync and Nikon has Wireless Mobile Utility. What’s common to all those remote control apps is that they work over WiFi