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Are you caught between using a Nikon lens and a Canon DSLR? Devoted Nikon or Canon users better look away now. Despite the competition between these two camera giants, there are many good reasons for using a Nikon lens on a Canon DSLR. All you need is a Nikon to…
By Jeremy Knowles

Tethered photography is the process of tethering your camera to a computer, using a cable, so that you can see the photos as you take them. This is a great way to ensure that you get the perfect shot, since you can make any changes you need without having to…
By Chad Verzosa

Self portrait photography is all about capturing the essence of the photographer in a photograph. It can be a way to explore your own identity, or to tell a story that is personal to you. The best self portrait photographers are able to create images that are both introspective and…
By Christopher Bryan-Smith

Cinemagraphs are a striking way to tell a story on social media. If you are familiar with them, you will know they are neither a photograph nor a video, but something in the middle. You might be wondering how those magical effects are made. The truth is that…
By Ingrid Paola Miranda Marin

There’s nothing quite like a sunset. The sun slowly disappearing below the horizon is one of the most awe-inspiring sights in the natural world. But despite their beauty, sunset photography is not as easy as you might think. Their glory doesn’t always translate into stunning sunset photos. In this article,…
By Christopher Bryan-Smith

DxO’s new release of Nik Collection 4 may be just the thing for you if you’re looking for new ways to make your photos pop. The Nik Collection includes powerful tools that change your images in ways that other photo editing programs can’t. There is a reason the Nik fanbase…
By Jenn Mishra

It’s hard to imagine a time before our trusty autofocus (AF) systems when we used manual focus. We now have cameras that boast a whopping total of 850 AF points. And the manual focus ring barely seems to be touched anymore. Today, I’ll show you how to manually focus and tell you…
By N Constant

Knowing how to digitize photos is a great skill to have. The advancement of digital technology has made moving and storing photos painless and easy. You can take a picture on your camera and have it stored on your computer in just a few minutes. But if you’re using a…
By Christopher Bryan-Smith

Learn what photographers mean by glass, chimping, photog, and SOOC. This beginner glossary explains photography slang, technical terms, and abbreviations with clear examples.
By Christopher Bryan-Smith

If you are looking to buy a new camera lens, you may read a lot about aberrations. Removing lens aberration is a big deal for lens designers. But what does all the marketing lingo mean, and is it important when buying a lens? In this article, we’ll explore the different…
By Jenn Mishra

Street photography often involves taking photos of people. But is it illegal to take pictures of people? This is definitely something you’ll want to know. Street photography is exciting and popular. But taking photographs on the street isn’t always as simple as picking up your cameras and taking photos. When…
By Christopher Bryan-Smith

When it comes to landscape photography, you can choose from a few different aspect ratios to give your photos the best composition. But which one should you use? And how do you determine what that is? In this article, we’ll explore the different aspect ratios and how to choose the…
By Jenn Mishra