Today is a big day for photographers who are looking to upgrade their Nikon DSLR or expand their NIKKOR Z lens options. Nikon just dropped the Nikon D6, a new professional DSLR that promises to provide extreme reliability and ultimate performance to cater to the needs of professionals and press agencies. Launched alongside it are two new NIKKOR Z lenses: the affordable and versatile 24-200mm f4 – 6.3 VR and the ultra-wide, lightweight prime lens 20mm f1.8 S.
Though I’m hesitant to call the Olympus OMD EM1 III a specialized camera, it could be the best way to describe it. Travel, landscape, wildlife and night photographers will adore its features. The small size combined with small lenses, deep depth of field at open apertures, and the build quality are all highly prized. When the aging sensor at the heart of the Olympus OMD EM1 III starts to rear its ugly head, Olympus has the ability to deliver beautiful images via the art filters. In my discussions with other journalists, I feel like the Art Filters are what truly makes Olympus unique. It’s synonymous with Fujifilm’s Film Simulations. If you don’t believe me, I’ve got one word for you: Acros. While traveling, the system is lightweight and one of the most manageable that I’ve used. And no matter where you’re traveling to, the Olympus OMD EM1 III has durability almost comparable to the EM1X. So why would you leave Sony, Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Leica, Panasonic or Fujifilm for an Olympus OMD EM1 III? Honestly, I’m still pondering who the photographer is that would do just that.
There are some incredible camera deals to be had right now, so if you have been eyeing a new camera, now is the time to pick one up. You can pick up the excellent Fujifilm X-Pro 2 for just $1,299, the Mirrorless Canon M50 with a lens for just $599, the 42 megapixel Sony a7r II for only $1,398, and the brand new Olympus E-M5 III for just $999! Do you have a crush on the Fujifilm X-T3? Make your move now and get one for only $1,199. The Sony a7 III is fluttering its shutter at you! You can get it for $1,798! There are tons of other great camera deals after the break, too, so come and check them out.
I’m of the opinion that all photographers have a stash of personal work in their portfolio. Whether they’re photos of loved ones, vacations, or something that holds importance to them, photos exist that have meaning and emotional value. Some put their most personal images out to the public, while others keep them safe and hidden away, only for personal consumption. As photographers, it’s in our blood to document; we live for it. And it’s the work that’s not for a client that best communicates our journey through life. But sometimes, there are moments in life we would like to forget. Photos we wish were never created. We run away; we delete. But is that a good idea?
If you’ve been following the fine art landscape photography of Jakarta-based Hengki Koentjoro with us, you must be used to seeing him tackle seascapes. However, once in a while, he also shows his prowess for minimalist black and white with snaps taken far from seaside settings. The latest example is his short series shot around Mount Nebo, an elevated ridge of the Abarim mountain range in Jordan.
If you’re new to photography, then get ready for a sea of information — some very good, and some, extremely bad. The process of learning never ends if you’re open to constantly developing yourself. However, in the beginning, you’re going to go from knowing nothing to falling deep into a world of knowledge and skill. …
Canon is no stranger to the world of astrophotography and making cameras that have excelled in the genre. The Canon 60Da was the last DSLR that they made, which had a unique Ha (Hydrogen Alpha) filter on the sensor, and it won over the hearts of all astrophotographers who used it. The 60Da was capable of capturing the gorgeous red hues of nebulas in the night sky with ease, and it deserves its legendary DSLR status. We have now moved into the Mirrorless age, and there has been a huge gap in the market where a Ha filtered camera should have been sitting. Canon has fixed this though with the new Mirrorless Canon EOS Ra. This camera has some big shoes to fill, but does it have enough about it to make deep-sky DSLR shooters switch to the new RF platform? Let’s find out in our review.
If architectural photography is becoming your passion, we have yet another photography cheat sheet to help you master the craft. Previously, we shared some useful tips for eye-catching compositions. Once you’ve figured out how to use composition to either showcase the beauty of the buildings in their entirety or emphasize the impressive details, next is to make sure your exposures are spot on.
Ask yourself this question: “Am I using Instagram exactly how I should be?” Some of you will be, but most of you won’t. Because although Instagram has become a key player in a photographer’s journey, it was designed to be addictive. The powers that be want you to be using the app all the time and most of you are doing just that. App dependency, as harmless as it seems, isn’t healthy. The likelihood is you’re giving Instagram far more time than you actually need, no matter if you try to convince yourself otherwise. To help you break away and use the app more economically – and effectively – we’ve got some tips that will help you have a healthier relationship with Instagram.
One of the best changes to cameras over the last five years or so has been the introduction of in-body image stabilization. Gone are the days of needing monopods and tripods to get low light images (unless you’re doing really long exposures), and sharp photos while using extreme super-telephoto lenses. Cameras with IBIS allow us to handhold our cameras and get shots that would otherwise have been impossible without some kind of support. The great thing is that this technology has started to find its way into affordable cameras. After the break, we will take a quick look at a few of our favorite cameras with IBIS.