Have you ever wished that you could eek-out just that little bit more from your Micro Four Thirds RAW files? Do you ever wish if you could have just that little bit more control over dynamic range, and overall colors? If you’ve answered yes to these questions, then the Dynapak MKI presets and profiles which have been designed exclusively to work with M4/3 RAW files could be for you. Join us after the break to see how this bundle might be able to help you.
While there are now many iconic images demonstrating the power of photography, the earliest examples remain some of the most compelling. In the latest episode of the Darkroom video series by Vox, we are reminded of the photos that were instrumental in ending child labor in the Unites States.
DXOMark are famous for the lab tests that they run on camera sensors, and lenses, and while the data can help consumers make more informed decisions, some of their rankings can be a little strange. After digging through their database recently, we found that some rather old (could almost be considered vintage) lenses still rank highly in their charts. This of course is testament to the lens (in this case the Konica Minolta 28-75mm f2.8), but it also raises questions about newer glass too, and why there have only been marginal improvements over the course of the last decade and a half. Join us after the break as we look at this a little more.
I wasn’t sure what to expect with the IRIX 150mm f2.8 Dragonfly Macro Lens, but it’s solid all around. When IRIX announced that their Dragonfly series of lenses would be a bit in between their Blackstone and their Firefly lenses, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Then I got to see it for a bit at Photo Plus East last year, and my expectations were more positive. But what really made me happy about the IRIX 150mm f2.8 Dragonfly Macro Lens is how it performs on the Canon EOS R. This lens is weather sealed, sharp, has 11 aperture blades to render gorgeous bokeh, accurate focus due to a long focus throw and Canon’s absolutely fantastic rangefinder system, and overall is a very versatile lens. Though IRIX’s options are more for enthusiasts due to the low price and the manual focus, this lens is worthy of being in the bag of any working portrait photographer. It allows for close focusing distance and provides solid image quality.
We have a fair bit of impressive travel photography featured in the last couple of years, all done with different focus, style, and approach. If you’re into this photography genre and would like to get some inspiration for narrative styles, we think you’ll like the recent addition to our roster of favorites: the Georgia travel diary of French lifestyle and travel photographer Aurélien Buttin.
A quick browse at #Polaroid on Instagram will show a mix of mostly random, but among the most eye-catching are the portraits, with either a fashion slant or a more experimental look. Dig into the hashtags and accounts and you’ll start to narrow down the posts to actual Polaroid photos, with even more interesting portraits popping up. Dig long and hard enough and you’ll eventually notice that Polaroid has become a popular medium not only for fashion photography and documenting youth culture, but also for photographers exploring artful nude photography.
More and more people are using their smartphones as their primary cameras these days, and while they are pretty capable shooters, one thing that really holds them back is the inability to change lenses. SIRUI has come to market with two new mobile lenses that they hope will go a little way to solve this problem. Today, SIRUI has announced a new 400mm long focus lens and a new Anamorphic lens for videographers who want to be able to create cinematic, widescreen videos. Join us after the break for more details on both.
Paris-based Louis Dazy, a long time favorite of the film photography community for his dreamy and nostalgic imagery, has finally put together his first self-published photo book. If you’ve long been waiting to get a good collection of his work on print, now is your chance to show your support and grab a copy though Kickstarter.
New to shooting in the studio and wondering how to do the lighting? It’s definitely an important part of studio work, but all the equipment and lighting techniques could be intimidating to every beginner. However, with this simple cheat sheet we spotted from r/coolguides, you’ll be on your way to getting started with learning how to light.
Whether you’re upgrading your photography gear or looking into adding some new equipment to your tools, here’s something that could be useful for you. Photo Idō is a new photo service that allows photographers to save on photo equipment, while also supporting independently owned and operated stores and service providers.