Make Your Next Trip Memorable with These Travel-Friendly Cameras

22. Feb. 2020
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Small, powerful, and easy to use. That’s what you need in travel-friendly cameras.

The big ball of fire in the sky is starting to hang around a bit longer these days, and that can mean only one thing; winter is on the way out, and it will soon give way to spring and summer. This means travel and vacation season is nearly here. If you plan on traversing the globe this year, and want to carry a small, yet incredibly capable travel-friendly cameras along that won’t take up much space (that costs less than a grand), you need to check out the travel-friendly cameras we have listed after the break.

Urban Beings: Beauty’s Translation in Street Photography by Adrien Jean

22. Feb. 2020
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Saigon-based Adrien Jean saw street photography as the gateway to the experiences, adventures, and local culture that Vietnam had in store for him.

I am Adrien Jean, a self-taught French photographer who has developed an ever-growing passion for the craft since I first set foot in Vietnam in 2014. The streets of Saigon, a place I now call home, have become my playground for experimentation and inspiration. Exploring the city through my lens has helped me to get a better grasp of the local culture and to connect with people in a deeper way.

Cheap Photo: 2 Free Photography Masterclasses, Save with Joel Grimes!

21. Feb. 2020
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We’ve got everything from FREE Photography tutorials to affordable courses for passionate photographers from some of the very best teachers around.

Investing in ourselves is one of the best things we can do. If we are not continually learning, we are falling behind, and in today’s ultra-competitive world of photography, we simply cannot afford to let that happen. We are so excited to bring you some of the best photography tutorials from some true greats! You can register for a FREE live photography masterclass with Thorsten Von Overgaard, in which you will learn how to become a master storyteller. You can also sign up for another FREE masterclass with Chris Orwig, who will show you how to capture emotions, produce artistic images, and master natural light. We also have a special deal for you from Joel Grimes. If you want to become a master of one light photography, you can get his course for just $57, and you can register for his FREE masterclass and receive two free gifts as well. Come and check out all the photography tutorials and more freebies after the break.

ProMaster’s HGX Prime Variable ND Filters Promise Extreme Sharpness

21. Feb. 2020
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For all of you who love long exposures during the day, HGX Prime variable ND filters are calling your name.

Landscape photographers rejoice; you have another variable ND filter option to choose from. Of course, ND filters can be used in many genres of photography, so everyone rejoice. Today, ProMaster announced that they have decided to bolster their Prime Professional Collection of filters by adding the new HGX Prime variable ND filters to their lineup. ProMaster is claiming that you will get extreme sharpness and outstanding color rendition when you use one of these filters. Join us after the break for all the deets.

The Nikon Z6 Now Runs Circles Around Panasonic, But It’s Not as Fast as Sony

21. Feb. 2020
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With the latest firmware update for the Nikon Z6, it’s finally starting to perform like a serious camera.

As much as Nikon sometimes strikes me as a company that’s lost its way, I have to give them credit for the latest firmware update. Firmware 3.0 for the Nikon Z6 doesn’t only greatly enhance the speed of the camera, it also gives it the much anticipated Animal AF detection system. Photographers who buy the camera will be happy to know it works with dogs. In fact, we tested it with the Nikon 24mm f1.8 Z series lens and were pretty surprised by how it performed. Though the surprise comes with mostly good news to spread, it’s still not perfect and Nikon has some work left to do.

Sigma Mount Converter MC-31 Will Cost $679, Ships February 27

21. Feb. 2020
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The wait is now over for the availability of the Sigma Mount Converter MC-31, the development of which was announced in September 2019.

If you’ve been eagerly waiting for availability and shipping updates on the Sigma Mount Converter MC-31, the wait is now over. The company has finally announced today that shipping will begin on February 27th, and will retail for $679 from authorized Sigma dealers.

Cheap Photo: We Found a Ton of Really Good Photo Accessories on Sale

20. Feb. 2020
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If you’re looking to make your life as a photographer easier, you need to check out these awesome deals on photography accessories.

We have found a ton of great photography accessory deals so that you can make your life easier on the cheap. Need a new camera bag? The Tenba DNA 15 Messenger is down to just $159, the portage Kenora 4th gen is only $69, and the LowePro BP450 AW II has a discount of $121! Want to get more out of your image edits? Check out the Datacolor Spyder X monitor calibrator, which is only $127.44, or pick up the Wacom Intuos Pro Medium Tablet for $348. There are also incredible deals on storage (a UHS-II Lexar Card for just $23.94), tripods (Vanguard tripods starting at just $79.99), camera care items, and more. Check out all of the great deals on photography accessories after the break.

The PiXLIGHT Speedlight Works With Any Camera, iOS and Android Too

20. Feb. 2020
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If you have been looking for a Speedlight that can work with your smartphone and your regular camera, take a closer look at the PiXLIGHT.

There are has been a fair amount of innovation in the Speedlight and strobe markets recently, especially around lights that can be used with our trusty smartphones. PiXLIGHT has been working hard to bring their vision of a rechargeable, works with any camera or phone, off-camera flash to life as well, and so far, their Kickstarter campaign has far exceeded their expectations. Join us after the break for all the details.

Lomography Simple Use Film Camera Now Comes With LomoChrome Metropolis

20. Feb. 2020
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Need a quick LomoChrome Metropolis fix? The Lomography Simple Use Camera now comes loaded with this popular film, ready for you to just grab and shoot.

In case you don’t have a Lomography Simple Use Film Camera yet, here’s a great chance for you to pick one up. The reloadable camera is now available loaded with the popular LomoChrome Metropolis film so you can give both a go for your next photo walk or epic adventure. Check out this camera and film combo if you’re looking for something lightweight, easy, and fun to shoot.

Film Photography Tutorial: Creating Stunning Galaxy Double Exposures

20. Feb. 2020
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Whether you’re looking for something experimental to do on film or simply want to give your snaps the stellar treatment, this galaxy double exposures trick is worth a try!

Film photography is especially known for encouraging all sorts of creative experimentation, which eventually popularized techniques like double exposures during the digital age. The often cool results and happy accidents are among the things that encourage today’s generation to shoot film. If you’re yet to try double exposures on film or want to do something different with it, we’re sure this quick galaxy double exposures tutorial by United Kingdom-based Kate Hook is right up your alley.

Review: Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM (A Work of Art)

20. Feb. 2020
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The Canon RF 70-200mm f2.8 L IS USM is arguably one of the most innovative zoom lenses made for Mirrorless.

After first laying eyes on the Canon RF 70-200mm f2.8 L IS USM nearly a year ago, I wasn’t sure what to expect when the review unit came in. What I didn’t realize is that it would quickly become one of my favorite telephoto zoom lenses. What’s more, it’s the first 70-200mm f2.8 lens I seriously considered purchasing. The secret to the Canon RF 70-200mm f2.8 L IS USM is the size. It becomes larger when it’s fully zoomed in, but, when set to 70mm, it’s shockingly small. Attach it to the Canon EOS R, and you can easily stuff it into a messenger bag. Then consider the image stabilization, Canon’s lens character, and the beautiful image quality it delivers. And let’s not forget that it survived a photo walk in the rain. In comparison to Sony’s option, the Canon RF 70-200mm f2.8 L IS USM is much more practical.

Photography Cheat Sheet: Shooting Portraits with a 35mm Lens

20. Feb. 2020
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If you haven’t tried shooting portraits with a 35mm lens, our very own photography cheat sheet should be able to help with some quick tips!

We don’t usually reach for the 35mm lens when it comes to shooting portraits, but when it’s the only lens available during a shoot, or you want to experiment with different focal lengths, it pays to know how to work with it. A common scenario you may find yourself in while using this lens street portraits during a photowalk around town. For today’s photography cheat sheet, we bring some simple tips to help you make the most of the extra coverage provided by 35mm lenses for portrait work.

Juanita Escobar Photographs the Story of Women in a Conflict Zone

20. Feb. 2020
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Since 2015, Colombian documentary photographer Juanita Escobar has been immersing herself in the vastness of the land surrounding the Orinoco River, diving deep into the lives of the women entangled in the Colombia – Venezuela border crisis.

While border crisis issues typically suggest big picture narratives and large-scale issues, Colombian documentary photographer Juanita Escobar has chosen to focus her efforts on the complex lives of women who have settled along the Orinoco River. Straddling the Colombian and Venezuelan border, the river is a symbol of geographical divide, border conflicts, and numerous adversities that Juanita has found women, in particular, vulnerable to. In her long-term documentary series, she has been traversing the expanse surrounding, immersing herself in the lives of the women who now call it home.

These Third Party X Mount Lenses Complement Fujifilm’s Film Simulations

19. Feb. 2020
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There are some great third party X mount lenses available for your Fujifilm cameras.

Recently, Sigma told the world that they would love to make lenses for the Fujifilm X mount platform. Still, because Fujifilm will not play nice and share their algorithms with third parties, Sigma said they would have to walk away as they do not have the time to reverse engineer Fujifilm’s AF system. You would think this means that you cannot use or buy third party lenses on your X mount camera, but you would be wrong. You can actually get your hands on some fantastic third party X mount lenses; you just have to know where to look for them. In this roundup, we will share a few of our favorite third party X mount lenses.

The Photoville FENCE is Now Accepting Submissions Until March 6th

19. Feb. 2020
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It’s that time of the year again for photographers to join Photoville FENCE for a chance to get our best work showcased in nine major parks and downtowns across North America.

If part of your photography goals this year is to showcase the best of your work so far, you might want to start preparing your submission for this year’s leg of Photoville FENCE. Not only will you have the opportunity to have your work showcased in nine exhibitions, but also stand the chance to be one of two artists who will receive prizes totaling over $20,000.

Josef Koudelka Exhibit to Showcase His “Exiles” and 1980s Panoramas

19. Feb. 2020
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Mark your calendars and plan your visit to the Ernst Leitz Museum for an upcoming solo exhibit by Josef Koudelka featuring some of his most personal works.

Looking for the next photography exhibit to inspire you and expand your creative storytelling? The upcoming solo exhibition of influential street photographer Josef Koudelka is definitely not to be missed. Titled “Exiles and Panoramas,” it’s set for March 6 – August 23, 2020, at the Ernst Leitz Museum in Wetzlar, Germany. Whether you’re an ardent fan of Koudelka’s work or are looking for something to squeeze into your German adventures, this is a great opportunity to view some of his most personal and celebrated works.

The NONS SL42 is the First Instant/Instax M42 Mount SLR Camera

19. Feb. 2020
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The Nons SL42 takes Instax cameras to a whole new level, and it’s bargain-priced too.

We all know and love Instax cameras. The ability to be able to capture and print candid moments with our friends is quite honestly, priceless. Instax cameras are great, but have you ever wished for an affordable interchangeable lens Instax camera that could use some classic vintage lenses? If so, you need to check out this Kickstarter campaign for the NONS SL42, the world’s first M42 mount interchangeable lens camera that uses Instax film. Click past the break for all of the details.

Review: ONA Monterey Camera Bag (A Surprisingly Great Rucksack)

19. Feb. 2020
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The ONA Monterey really annoyed me, and then I started to like it.

My story with the ONA Monterey is one that involves the search for a bag that I can call my companion bag. In the same way that a photographer has a companion camera, I’ve never really found the truly perfect camera bag. While the ONA Monterey comes close in many ways, it’s required that I break it in. And in the long run, it’s going to simply just end up being a victim of the abuse that I throw at my gear. Though I doubt it’s going to survive like a Tenba, WANDRD, or Billingham bag will, I sincerely hope that I’m wrong. Able to accommodate a 13-inch laptop and every mirrorless camera system that doesn’t rival the size of DSLRs, the ONA Monterey isn’t perfect. But it’s pretty close.

Photography Cheat Sheet: Comparing 20mm, 105mm, 200mm for Portraits

19. Feb. 2020
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Today’s photography cheat sheet looks at three focal lengths that you may not have used for portraiture.

When it comes to portrait photography, a lot of us typically start shooting with 50mm or 85mm lenses, as they are the most used and recommended focal lengths. However, some of us eventually think about experimenting with different lenses and see what they can do to improve our results. This is where today’s featured photography cheat sheet would come handy, especially for those who are wondering what wide-angle, short telephoto, and telephoto lenses can do for portrait work.

No, Vegans, Film Photography Is Not Vegan Friendly

19. Feb. 2020
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The stereotype of someone being a vegan and a film/analog photographer is very counterintuitive.

Unfortunately for many analog shooters, there is still a stigma against us who shoot film. Because we like old school things and we like the actual connection with our subject while not worrying about all the digital things, we are often also associated with vegans. Why? I’m not sure. Maybe they just think it’s part of the culture. But the truth is film photography isn’t vegan-friendly. In fact, it’s pretty far from it.

Cheap Photo: The Sony a7r II 54% Off, X-T30 $799, Olympus EM5 III $999

18. Feb. 2020
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Save hundreds, and in some cases thousands, with these camera deals!

Are you ready to pick up a new camera? Do you want to save hundreds, heck, even thousands of dollars? Sure you do. We have found some outstanding camera deals for you. The Sony a7r II saw its price slashed by over 50% (it’s just $1,398), the Fujifilm X-T30 can be yours for only $799, the X-T3 is just $1,199, and the GFX 50R is down to only $3,499. The new travel-friendly Olympus E-M5 III is down to just $999, and you can pick up the Canon EOS R for the low price of $1,799. Click past the break to see even more incredible camera deals.

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