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by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Birds, they’re all around us. If you haven’t paid much attention to them, you’re not alone. But, once you do, you’ll have a hard time stopping. If you haven’t yet dabbled in bird watching, known colloquially as birding, we have just one question. Why not? Birding is the perfect way of partially disconnecting from the digital world we find ourselves in and connecting with nature through observation, and one of the most relaxing pastimes imaginable.
If you’re fascinated by our feathery friends but don’t know where to start, we’ve got you covered
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Getting a new camera is always an exciting affair. Whether it’s your first interchangeable lens camera or a long-awaited upgrade, there’s almost always new features to explore. Mirrorless cameras are especially exciting as they bring new and intuitive features that boost creativity while making photography easier than ever! Whether you’re new to cameras, shopping for one, or looking to dust off an old hobby, let’s get into setting up our new mirrorless camera.
What Is a Mirrorless Camera?
It’s not often something is named after a feature it
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Do you plan your images? Really think about that question. Do you have an idea of an image before you head out for a shoot, or do you let the moment inspire you as the pieces fall into place? There's no wrong answer here. Planning or "pre-visualization" is a key piece of the photography puzzle that some put a lot of thought and effort into while others effortlessly come up with ideas on the fly.
No matter how you go about taking a picture, there is some level of planning that goes into a shot. With that said, there's a big difference between
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
Winter is one of the most exciting seasons for wildlife photography. Northern species return to their wintering grounds and bring life to an otherwise cold and barren landscape. Photographers and bird watchers alike yearn for this time of year, as owls and other birds of prey become more common. One of the most visited and coveted winter birdwatching spots in the US is the famous Sax-Zim Bog.
Nestled in the rural hills about an hour northwest of Duluth Minnesota, Sax-
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News reporting has got to be one of the toughest markets for a visual journalist to crack. But the whirlwind of 24/7 news cycles and the pressures of telling human stories in rural news deserts have not deterred today’s guest, Keren Carrión, a photojournalist and short form video producer currently working on the NPR visuals team.
Above Photograph © Keren Carrión
Follow along as we chart Keren’s evolution from stills to documentary video stories to vertical social media clips that can be absorbed in two minutes or less. We also learn about the
by Steven Esposito · Posted
Traveling with your computer can be a hassle. Whether you are working off-site, on a photoshoot in a park, or even gaming with some friends, there are a few things you should have that will make your journey easier. So, if you are a creator on the go, a daily commuter, or somewhere in between, we have some ideas on what you should bring with you while you’re out and about.
Daily Commuter
If you’re a user who is just going into the office and coming home, chances are you want a loadout that is lightweight and compact. Picking a laptop has a
by Luke Rollins · Posted
Canon rounds out the V-Series launch of the PowerShot V1 with a compact, video-centric EOS mirrorless camera, the R50 V, for creators eager to pivot to an interchangeable lens set up. Weighing less than a pound in a hand-wieldable form factor, the camera sports a 24MP APS-C sensor and DIGIC X
by Steven Esposito · Posted
With the recent announcement of the new MacBook Pro with M4 chips, creatives all over the world might be thinking about upgrading from their current system. While in some cases upgrading can be straightforward, Apple has expanded upon their traditional chip architecture and configuration profiles that may require some finesse. Luckily, we are here to help guide you along the path and get the best machine for you in your hands
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
Canon spent 2024 building up their RF lineup with a bevy of a new cameras and lenses, with a particular emphasis on the higher tiers of their system, adding four new professional-grade cameras and several top-tier L-series lenses. Compared to last year, where Canon focus on mid-tier and entry-level models, 2024 saw the Japanese manufacturer go all in on several models, including a new flagship for the EOS system.
Canon’s Big Announcement
In July,
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
Starting with a bang and riding a wave of exciting announcements throughout the year, FUJIFILM had a pretty awesome 2024. Whether you're most interested in TikTok's favorite camera, the best bang for your buck in medium format, or continued dedication to one of the most well-rounded mirrorless systems today, FUJIFILM had a productive and exciting year.
A Camera So Popular…
Very few cameras (or products of any kind
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
There were nearly 200 new lenses released this year, many of which were iterations of an existing lens. Many of the lenses were also wholly new designs, whether first-party designs to pair with a new flagship camera or third-party innovations designed to fill the gaps in existing lineups.
With such a breadth of new lenses available in the past 12 months, we're narrowing things down to cover some of the highlights and most unique or exciting lenses that came out
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
Rugged, portable, and fast, Samsung’s T9 series of SSDs are the latest and greatest models in this content- creator-focused line of USB-C external storage. Following in line with the immensely popular T5, T7, and the T7 Shield, the T9 gains a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 port, essentially doubles the transfer speeds of the T7, and retains the rubberized, durable exterior design of the Shield for extra protection during everyday
by Mos Khan · Posted
So you've shot your video, finished that shoot, or wrapped up the recording session, and you're probably wondering, now what? Well, it’s time to begin post-production. Regardless of your chosen medium, owning the right gear will make the post-production process significantly faster and more efficient. The purpose of this guide is to help break down some popular and essential peripherals and make them work for you. As we dig into a few recommendations, we'll also look at some of the different categories of equipment that exist, because your
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
Mirrorless camera technology continues to evolve in 2023. Though some people want to define a camera as "video-centric" or "built for stills," some of the best cameras manage to balance the two by taking the so-called "hybrid" path. Compared to, say, a cine camera, the inability to pin down what a mirrorless camera is or should do makes it a highly versatile platform capable of anything from everyday photo taking to high-budget Hollywood productions. To see manual focus, stills-only rangefinders sharing a space with the first mirrorless
by Rachel Leathe · Posted
This year B&H celebrates its 50th anniversary, an impressive achievement for any company but especially for one that got its start in the heart of New York City, where companies are cannibalized with astonishing regularity.
Above photograph: The interior of the B&H store on 17th Street before it moved to 34th Street
According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, nearly half of all businesses fail in the first five years. Before the pandemic, the fifteen-year survival rate was only 25.6%.
So what's B&H's secret?
"B&H has