Thanks to increased competition from camera manufacturers, and the cost of making new cameras getting lower, cameras are more affordable than ever. Now, anyone with a little bit of money can go into a store and can purchase a DSLR or a cheap Mirrorless camera. While this is good, it also creates some bad too as pretty soon, beginners seem to think that they can start charging for their work and pass themselves off as pro photographers. After the break, we will share a video with you that will help you determine whether John or Susie Q with a camera is either a pro photographer or an amateur.
In an era when colors are most popular for photography projects, it can be intimidating to strip down all the hues and go black and white. But if you’ve decided to take on the challenge of seeing and capturing the world differently, it’s worth learning some useful tips and tricks to get the best photos while you’re at it. In his video for Shutterstock Tutorials, Texas-based video journalist Logan Baker shared some of the things he learned when he gave it a try.
One of the most useful tools you’ll need for your shoots is an ever-reliable light meter. This is especially the case when you’re shooting with a vintage camera without a built-in light meter. However, if it’s not possible for you to have one at the moment for whatever reason, we think today’s photography cheat sheet makes a good and substitute. So if you have a shoot planned, this could be one of the things you can prepare beforehand.
One of the best things you can do as a photographer is to learn how to use off-camera flash. We have talked about this a lot here on The Phoblographer because we genuinely believe that to get ahead in this game and to make your work stand out, it is one skill that’s necessary to learn. If off-camera flash is something you want to learn about, you should snap up this deal that we have found as soon as possible. Right now, you can get this excellent beginner guide to off-camera flash from Brett Florens (who has Adidas and Nike as his clients), for just $29! That’s a discount of $50! Join us after the break for all the details.
Black and white photography is a totally different way of seeing and shooting things. So, it’s only natural that it comes with its own set of guidelines and even tools to help us make the most out of the medium. If you’re new to the craft and are wondering about what you can add to your black and white photography tools of the trade, you might want to take note of some suggestions in this quick video.
e Phoblographer has always had a soft spot for alternative methods of photography. In fact, we’ve championed many unique methods over the 10 years we’ve been running. That’s why we were super stoked when photographer, James Britt, contacted us about his fantastic double exposures. So much so, that we agreed to feature them on the site! Because if we’re excited by them, we’re confident you will be too – let’s check them out.
Find yourself struggling to get sharply focused macro shots? It’s especially frustrating when you had a great macro shoot outdoors only to find later that your favorites aren’t as sharply focused as they should be. With some pro tips from today’s photography cheat sheet by Digital Camera World, you’ll be able to shoot with the right techniques for getting super crisp close-ups.
Canon’s Fall Frenzy deals have just gone live, and they are quite spectacular. You can pick up the Full Frame EOS RP with a free EF to RF adapter for only $999! The EOS R with a free Vanguard tripod is down to its lowest price yet at $1,799, and you can pick up the Canon 5D IV with a tripod for just $2,499. There are also deals on the Canon 6D II, which comes with a flash and wireless transmitter. This combo is only $1,199, and the Rebel T7, which would make an excellent gift for someone this holiday season, is only $399! There are also crazy lens deals too, like the Canon 85mm f1.8 for $269, the 100mm f2.8 Macro with a Slik tripod for $799, and the 70-200mm f2.8L is only $1,199. Come and check out all of the crazy camera deals, and bargain-priced lenses.
WANDRD has been making waves in the camera bag sector since their first camera bag was funded on Kickstarter. Since then, the company has released several innovative bags that appeal to many different types of photographers. Today, WANDRD have announced their next line of products; the Camera Cubes Collection. This small collection of bags are modular by design. Not only will they fit into the WANDRD PRVKE perfectly, but they will also fit into the WANDRD HEXAD, and just about any bag out there. Join us after the break for more details.
Landscape photographers are perhaps going to be the most interested in the brand new ILFORD ORTHO Plus film being announced today. Ilford has been teasing on Twitter for a while that something new is coming. And today, they’re releasing the details on the brand new film. When landscape photographers load ILFORD ORTHO Plus into their cameras, they’re going to be treated to something absolutely special. According to Ilford, this film is going to render the scenes in a special way to due its design and the new acetate base. But in addition to that, Ilford is announcing a few other products.