The Fujifilm XT3 is a popular choice of camera in the photographic industry. Its analog inspired build gives the modern-day photographer a feel of a gone by era. And that X-Trans CMOS sensor continues the X-Series tradition of producing detailed, sharp images. But for its features to be best utilized, it needs to be in the right hands. Thankfully, there are some terrific photographers using the XT3. And in this piece, we’re going to show you six of our favorites.
If you’re one of those photographers who edges into other mediums, then the Loupedeck Creative Tool is probably going to be the next peripheral you need. Loupedeck has always created pretty strong peripherals for photographers and videographers. And so this latest product is designed to help those who also edit audio and much more. To that end, it’s more scalable and versatile with its ability to integrate with more software on the market. That translates into wedding photographers also being able to cut together a video and edit audio using the same tool–pun not really, but really intended. Although the Loupedeck Creative Tool only uses USB 2.0 A, it has Bluetooth 5 low energy abilities.
Everything that I can do with a Leica camera, I can do with any other camera out there. What makes them so special are their lenses and how they work specifically with the sensors put into Leica cameras. To be very specific here, I’m talking about the M series. The L mount cameras and the Leica Q series are nice; but they don’t make a lot of sense for the type of work that I do. If I did a lot of photojournalism in war zones, the Leica SL would be a mainstay in what I did. I still own my Leica CL film camera, and after selling my Leica M4P I’ve come to be at peace with myself for letting it go. This camera’s images and the film that is put into it can be replicated with almost anything else. In fact, I’m sure that no would be able to tell what came from my Hexar AF and what came from the Leica M4P. To that end, I accepted that the Leica M cameras were a luxurious item for me and my film photography–but film in and of itself is really a luxury.
If shooting landscapes at night sounds very challenging, the truth is, it really is. Working with limited light will require some advanced techniques, extra efforts, and careful planning, but it will all be worth it. With today’s photography cheat sheet, you’ll be able to add a touch of magic to those scenic shots under the stars.
While some folks hate black and white, I find there to be special magic to it. Of course, not every black and white image is super sharp. But compared to a comparable color photo, they’re far sharper. Believe it or not, the best way to see how sharp your lens can involve converting your images to black and white. Don’t believe me? Well, look at history. Acros, T-Max and Tri-X are all super sharp black and white films. The images that they create are far sharper than any slide or color negative film out there. With digital, we became so enamored with color. We also were all about fixing it in post-production to make an image look sharper. Now here’s the crazier secret: even if your color photo is sharp, it’s going to look sharper in black and white. Don’t believe us?
The just-announced Fujifilm X Pro 3 has warmed the hearts of many photographers due to its beautiful retro styling, it’s innovative rear E-Ink screen, and of course, its tried and true X-Trans Sensor. Previous iterations of this camera have been incredibly popular with street photographers, documentarians and photojournalists. There’s no doubt the Fujifilm X Pro 3 will be as well. Fujifilm has a vast collection of both primes and zooms that will help make this camera a fantastic tool for those who love documentary photography. Here we will take a quick look at the lenses that we would use for this genre of photography.
Japan is a haven for photographers and it’s a fact that we think everyone won’t mind saying over and over. Whether it’s the hustle and bustle of Tokyo or the old world charms of Kyoto, there’s always a postcard-worthy moment waiting to be captured. In her wanderlust-inducing travelogue, Polish photographer Justyna Zduńczyk highlights the sights and scenes of the latter to give us a nostalgic glimpse at Japan’s old capital.
While in New York, I was able to connect with people who share as much love for street photography as I do. I’m grateful for this because, honestly, I needed to be in an environment that brought positive vibes and zero negativity. The truth is, I’m on the receiving end of a lot of trolling. And although I’ve committed to taking the rough with the smooth, it does sometimes put a downer on how I feel about the craft. So to be out with the likes of Mark Beckenbach, Clay Benskin, Rinzi Ruiz, and Jens Krauer was a much-needed breath of fresh. Here’s why.
If you’ve been waiting for the next Magnum Square Print Sale, we’re glad to report that the wait is now over. Beginning today, the Autumn 2019 run of the anticipated sale will feature a selection of over 100 images by renowned international photographic artists, all exploring the theme Hidden. Photography greats from both Magnum Photos and Aperture come together to bring their own unique interpretations to yet another interesting theme, so, as always, we’re sure you’ll find some prized prints to add to your collection.
Someone out there will tell you that they’re thinking about buying a Leica. What they typically mean by this is a Leica M camera. The Leica M camera isn’t necessarily for the photographer that has a lot of money. Instead, it’s for the photographer that wants to create and capture photos in a completely different way. The inherent design and functionality of a Leica go against much of what modern tech is. Yet somehow or another, a Leica M can be a better image capturing device than others on the market. In the past few years, Leica cameras have gone down in price and on the second-hand market. So it’s not difficult to find a good one. So if you want a Leica, then we’re going to talk you through the purchasing process.