New cameras come out, and older cameras go on sale or see permanent price drops, and just because they have a lower price, it doesn’t mean that they have turned into bad cameras overnight; in fact, you can get some absolute bargains! The Fujifilm X-T20 is down to just $599, the X-T2 is only $799, and you can save a whopping $682 on the X-T2 with lens bundle! The Nikon Z7 has a $400 discount, and the incredible Sony a7r III has come down to just $2,498! For a limited time you can also get the complete guides to Lightroom and Photoshop for only $49 each, and the complete guide to Capture One Pro 12 for $59! You don’t want to miss out on these camera deals, and deep discounts on accessories and more.
We spot a lot of photography related stuff on Reddit, many downright cool, some slightly unsettling. Today’s find falls under the latter, so you might want to proceed with caution. An r/interestingasfuck thread titled “Cutting things in half with water” obviously doesn’t spell anything good befalling photography gear. Still, we followed a lead to the Waterjet Channel on YouTube, and we found their videos slicing Canon cameras and lenses (a Canon Elan 35mm SLR camera, a Canon 17-85mm zoom lens, and a Canon G7X in half. If you’re brave and curious about how it’s done — and what the innards of these Canon gear look like, then proceed to watch the videos after the jump.
We’ve been following the work of Italian graphic designer and photographer Paolo Pettigiani for quite some time now, mesmerized by his infrared renditions of some of the world’s famous locations. The latest of these takes us to The Maldives, a tropical nation already stunning on its own, but looks even more eye-catching in infrared. This series becomes even more special and striking with the addition of aerial photography!
Gearing up for the upcoming release of Luminar 4, Skylum introduces the new AI Sky Replacement technology as one of the machine learning tools to expect from the software. The new tool also makes Luminar 4 the first photo editing software to have this automated feature, promising to save hours of editing with its easy-to-use interface and sensible workflows.
A few years ago, we reported on the VNTG8 SD Card Holders and thankfully, they’re much better in person. In fact, DPReview’s Chris Niccolls personally acknowledged how wonderful they are when we last saw each other in person. The big story behind the VNTG8 SD Card Holders has to do with a very big issue overall in the world: recycling. Created by Jordan Kirkham, these SD card holders represent the new American entrepreneurial spirit while giving a wink and a nod to understanding a big part of visual imagery’s past. In this particular story, the retro aesthetic hails from an affinity for cinematic film. Lots of old film cases simply just went to the wayside after being used. But with the VNTG8 SD Card Holder, they are repurposed in a really nice way. Through this process, they’re given a sort of rebirth.
“I shot quick candid portraits and my obsession with documenting this further was born.” Lester Jones is a photographer that connects to the daily life of the people that he lives amongst. His project – and now zine – Their Grind Not Mine, takes a candid look at the mundane, difficult routines people have. Shot over several major cities around the world, the work looks at culture and behaviors of the human form. In this collection of street portraits and street photography, Lester has turned every day, monotomous normalities into something interesting and compelling.
Landscape photographers typically prefer shooting either early in the morning or during the Golden Hour for the soft, gorgeous light. But there’s more to it than just avoiding the hard light during the most part of the day. Knowing how to work with directional light from the sun will also help you get the results you need from these outdoor shoots. Let this quick tutorial and cheat sheet be your guide for your next practice!
The new Sony a7r IV is a Full-Frame powerhouse that packs a whopping 61 Megapixels into a small body. The kind of power found in this camera will give portrait photographers the ability to capture stunning images when it’s used with portrait lenses that are capable of resolving crazy amounts of detail. Fortunately, the Sony E Mount platform has a plethora of lenses that will blow your mind. After the break, we will take a quick a look at portrait lenses that you will definitely want to use with the new Sony a7r IV.
Dubai has been a favorite of many photographers for its stunning architectural elements that are artworks in their own right. But if you’re fond of unique takes and perspectives on the world’s best known cityscapes, you’ll find this Dubai series by Italian photographer and graphic designer Paolo Pettigiani nothing short of impressive. As he has done with New York City’s Central Park, he opens up our eyes to the surreal and unseen face of Dubai through infrared photography.
Photography history is full of colorful milestones and unforgettable moments. So, it’s not surprising that more and more of today’s generation of photographers are interested in the small details. Learning about the most iconic photographs, for example, also often leads to getting curious about the cameras used to shoot them. If that sounds like you, we have just the right stuff for you!