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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
Birding is, by definition, the recreational hobby of observing and identifying wild birds in their natural habitat. Finding birds is the easy part. Just go outside and stop, look, and listen, and you’ll notice our feathery friends like you’ve never seen before. But how do we identify them? We need to consider a few physical attributes of the birds, from their overall shape to the length of their tail and more.
Birds come in all sorts of elaborate shapes, sizes, and color patterns that make them stand out, or in some cases, remain hidden from
by Zack Young · Posted
Congratulations on upgrading your recording space. In this guide, we’re going to cover the unboxing of your new SmallRig Vlog kit, essential lighting and microphone functions, and setting up your mini studio for the best results.
Unboxing Your Kit
The Monitor and Remote: SmallRig Vlog Kit
SmallRig Vlog Kit with Wireless Smartphone Video Monitor Advanced Kit
The SmallRig Vlog Kit is an easy way to use the high quality
by Zack Young · Posted
Congratulations on upgrading your recording space. In this guide, we’re going to cover the unboxing of your new Sony ZV-E10 II camera kit, essential camera functions, and setting up your mini studio for the best results.
Unboxing Your Kit
Camera: Sony ZV-E10 II
The Sony ZV-E10 II Mirrorless Camera is a compact video centric camera designed for streaming with ease of use in mind. It features a responsive, flip-out touchscreen and 4K recording in a user-friendly package.
by Zack Young · Posted
Congratulations on upgrading your recording space. In this guide, we’re going to cover the unboxing of your new SmallRig Vlog kit, essential lighting and microphone functions, and setting up your mini studio for the best results.
Unboxing Your Kit
Monitor and Remote: SmallRig Vlog Kit
The SmallRig Vlog Kit is an easy way to use the high-quality back-facing camera on your smartphone while still being able to see your image and adjust the framing. It includes a small monitor that can magnetically attach to your phone and pair over Wi-Fi.
by Zack Young · Posted
Congratulations on upgrading your recording kit. In this guide, we’re going to cover the unboxing of your new SmallRig Vlog Kit, essential microphone and lighting functions, and setting up your mini studio for the best results.
Unboxing Your Kit
The Monitor and Remote: SmallRig Vlog Kit
The SmallRig Vlog Kit is an easy way to use the high-quality back-facing camera on your smartphone while still being able to see your image and adjust the framing. It includes a small monitor that can magnetically attach to your phone and pair over Wi-Fi.
by Mathew Malwitz · Posted
After the smartphone revolution, it appeared that the days of the compact camera were done. How wrong we were. It’s true that a few years back, point-and-shoot options were few and far between. There were just a handful of options on the market, and some industry titans even left the market entirely. Despite the long-rumored demise of the compact camera, it seems that photo enthusiasts still desire a dedicated device without the distractions that come with a smartphone.
What is a compact or “point-and-shoot” camera? Just because a camera is “
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
Whether you call yourself a vlogger, a content creator, or a secret third thing, Nikon has a camera for you. In this article, we’ll be looking at some of the key components of the Nikon Z camera and lens system, which offer a wide a range of features that are especially appealing to vloggers and other content creators.
Nikon Cameras for Content Creators
Nikon Z6 III
One of the most well-rounded models in the Z-system lineup, the
by Luke Rollins · Posted
In a stunning reversal of fortune, point-and-shoot cameras—which have long been dismissed as defunct—are currently experiencing a major resurgence. In both new and used markets, sales of point and shoots are way, fueled in part by nostalgia and the perceived shortcomings of smartphone cameras. With expanded feature sets, manual exposure controls, built-in and/or external flash support, and optical
by Jill Waterman · Posted
Instead of an apron, food photographer Joanie Simon wears many hats—commercial and editorial imagemaker, recipe developer, photo educator, Blogger, YouTube Influencer, Livestreamer, and content creator extraordinaire. For more than a dozen years, Simon has built her brand into a powerhouse of creative content and learning, to whet the appetites of both foodies and photographers alike. Her straightforward approach to this specialized field is of value to shutterbugs at all levels of experience, from beginners on cell phones to experienced pros
by Jill Waterman · Posted
Making pictures by night is a curious practice. While specialists of this subject embrace it as a deep-seated passion and have a never-ending quest for technical and creative advancement, those more familiar with daytime photography are often unaware that tried and true photography rules often need to be adapted or even overlooked at night. With this in mind, consider the following tips the next time you venture out in the darkness, to help you to adapt.
1. Take a Chance and Explore the Unknown
What’s my exposure time? This is the number one
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
Considering the amount of video content now consumed daily by most people, it’s becoming harder and harder for photographers to isolate themselves fully from video. It’s an asset, and practically every DSLR and mirrorless camera made in the past five years not only has video recording but has near-cinema-quality video.
Whether you are learning video for work, want to use your best camera for family videos, or perhaps just want to gain a following online, there are some good tools you should acquire.
For Better Audio: Microphone
One thing
by Jill Waterman · Posted
Sidney Baker-Green was still in high school when he first embarked on his creative journey as a wedding photographer and content creator, which now spans still photography and filmmaking. Over the past seven years, he has shared a wide variety of image-making adventures, gear reviews, business advice, and tech tips with a growing audience on social media, leading us to invite him to collaborate as a B&H Creator of the Week.
By means of introduction, we recently asked Baker-Green to respond to a
by Cory Rice · Posted
When Elinor Carucci is behind the camera, the distinction between public and private moments disappears. For more than two decades, Carucci has offered an unflinching look into her personal life as she left her family in Jerusalem, moved to New York City, and raised a family of her own. Carucci’s work has been celebrated for its transformation of the oft-overlooked details of everyday life into compelling expressions of emotion and intimacy.
Photographs © Elinor Carucci
Carucci was awarded the International Center of Photography Infinity Award
by Jill Waterman · Posted
Great customer service reigns supreme at B&H as our knowledgeable product specialists help you navigate a vast sea of available options to pick the right gear for your needs. Their product knowledge and passion for practical solutions shine through in every interaction, whether it’s via online chat, by phone, or in person, at our midtown Manhattan store. We recently asked some of our photo, video, lighting, mobile, and surveillance experts for top product suggestions. Here are a few of their favorites.
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