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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
You’re probably aware that film has been making a comeback in recent years, but let’s be honest with ourselves. Did it ever really go away? Sure, it may have seen a dip in popularity at the dawn of the digital age, but many serious enthusiasts never stopped using it. Just ask the experts here at B&H! In fact, we asked some long-time film shooting experts here, “What’s your favorite film/camera combination and why?” Below, you’ll find their answers
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Portraiture: It’s one of the most popular and prevalent forms of photography. Although it may seem simple on paper, it comes with its own unique obstacles. Of course, you’ll want to be familiar with your gear. This is essential to all working photographers, but it allows you to focus your efforts on the genre-specific challenges you’ll face.
When photographing people, you’ll find that some folks are photogenic, while others are not. Your job as a photographer is to break down the barriers set by your clients and to put them in the most
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Are you interested in the wide and wonderful world of photography? Well, you’ve certainly come to the right place! Check out this short checklist of a dozen items, designed to get you started in digital or film photography and headed in the right direction.
1. Interest
The first thing you need is an interest in photography. If you are reading these words, you likely already checked that box. If you are debating whether to take the dive into photography, you might want to give it some careful thought, or cater your purchases toward your level
by Luke Rollins · Posted
Color negative and color transparency films have distinctive ways of rendering specific colors, and may have a warm (reddish), cool (bluish), or neutral color balance, as well as different color contrast characteristics. Thanks to the resurgence in film’s popularity in recent years, analog shooters have an astonishing number of choices, from major manufacturers like Kodak, Ilford, and Fujifilm, to smaller suppliers like Foma, Rollei, Agfa, Lomography, Kentmere, and Arista.
Obviously, we can’t include comprehensive info and hands-on impressions
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
Close-up or macro photography is an incredible way to capture the tiny world around us on a super-detailed level. While the dedicated macro lens is still one of the best tools for exploring the world on a miniature scale, there are some very inexpensive ways to jump into macro photography with the lens or lenses you already own—no need for a specialized close-up macro lens. In this article, we will take a closer look (no
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It's time to ditch the mirror selfie and to get creative with your self-portraiture. But how can you take self-portraits by yourself and remain in focus? Sam answers that question and more in this tutorial!
0:00 - Intro
0:10 - Tripod
0:22 - Focusing
1:11 - Tethering
1:45 - Shooting Mode & Timer
2:04 - The Creative Part
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Learn how to improve your landscape photography with Sony Alpha Ambassador Autumn Schrock. Autumn shares valuable tips and tricks that will improve your landscape photography skills.
0:00 - Intro
2:05 - Gear does matter
7:13 - Go as often as you can
8:40 - Change your perspective
12:00 - Landscape vs. Portrait orientation
19:18 - Telephoto lenses
23:16 - It's not all about the photos
25:51 - Utilize scale
28:10 - Be happy with where you've been
30:48 - Less is more
33:39 - We're always learning
36:24 - Final thoughts
39:20 - Q&A
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Weddings are one of the most significant days in a couple’s life, and they often have high expectations of the way it’s recorded. Some couples desire to have their day photographed in a manner in which they barely know it’s even happening. Others might prefer the superstar treatment and choose to have their special day shot in a more manicured, glamourous way. The approach—or “style”—we take to photographing a wedding is highly personal, while also being dependent on client’s needs. Wedding photography styles sit on a spectrum. There’s
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
As photographers, especially wedding photographers, one of the best parts of a job is delivering the final images to clients. Sure, it comes with the anxious anticipation of waiting for that “we LOVE them” email from the client but, it’s a box to check off in your workflow. Deciding exactly how you deliver those images in the age of instant gratification presents its own set of questions, decisions, and trade-offs. What, then, are the best and worst options for delivering photographs? Well, it’s going to vary from photographer to photographer
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The prime lens vs. zoom lens debate is back, this time for wildlife. There are many features to consider when choosing a lens that's right for you. Matt takes these Canon lenses to Yellowstone National Park to see which focal length has better image quality, autofocus, low light performance, and more.
0:00 - Telephoto Prime or Zoom?
1:05 - Prime Lens Pros & Cons
3:38 - Zoom Lens Pros & Cons
5:12 - Image Quality
5:49 - Fall Off
6:14 - Autofocus (Speed, Accuracy & Tracking)
8:12 - Ease of Use
10:43 - Low Light
12:54 - Which Works
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The options for lenses are seemingly endless these days. Sony Artisan of Imagery Tony Gale tackles the topic of choosing the right lens to help shed some light on your next lens purchase.
0:00 - Intro
3:42 - Choosing the right lens
5:03 - What do you want to photograph?
5:37 - Lens type
6:06 - Focal lengths
12:56 - Maco
16:20 - APS-C vs. Full frame
22:13 - Auto focus vs. manual
23:30 - Lens types and differences
43:54 - Teleconverters
36:37 - Adapted lenses
37:10 - Lenses for different genres of photography
42:55 - Q&A
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You don't need a vintage camera from the 1920s to get a classic film look: using your mirrorless camera can achieve a vintage result! The key lies in not only how the video is captured, but also how it is edited. Join Nick and Scott to learn how they were to emulate the retro 35mm film look, using the Canon C80, Adobe Premiere Pro, and DaVinci Resolve.
0:00 - Today's Video Shoot
0:43 - Gear & Setup
1:58 - Posterize, Speed/Duration (Premiere Pro)
5:03 - Color Space Transform (DaVinci Resolve)
6:02 - Adding Effects (DaVinci Resolve)
12:27
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Experimenting is the name of the game with this DIY project. Sam breaks down what a camera obscura is, how to make your own pinhole camera, and how to use it!
0:00 - The Camera Obscura
0:37 - Materials & How to Make
1:17 - Calculating F-Stop
1:57 - Loading Film
2:21 - Making the Images
2:51 - The Experience
3:20 - Challenges Loading Film
4:02 - The Various Designs
4:54 - Which Model Is the Best?
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Everyone loves to take a peek behind the curtain to see how things are done. Photographer Vail Fucci will teach you how to easily create high-quality and engaging behind-the-scenes reels for your social media, website, and clients. She'll also cover the best gear needed to create great BTS videos.
0:00 Intro
1:55 BTS footage examples
4:45 Why BTS?
9:32 Permissions for BTS
12:47 Where to post
18:33 Gear
29:50 Who is the intended audience for BTS videos?
32:28 Shot list
39:09 Settings and advance settings
44:09 How to film without an assistant
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In this class, Canon Product Educator Jeff Leimbach reviews more advanced techniques for Landscape Photography, including Composition, Filters, Long Exposure, Night Landscapes, Editing, and more.
0:00 - Intro
3:38 - Overview
5:06 - Weather
10:10 - Composition
22:27 - Filters
30:17 - Long exposure
39:38 - Light painting
43:35 - Reflection
45:27 - Editing
50:08 - Presentation
52:41 - Black & White
56:15 - Quick tips
1:01:18 - Final thoughts
1:02:39 - Q&A
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