Gabor Holtzer

Flash diffusers are a game changer in almost any lighting situation. They add depth, softness, and definition to the light. They can also take your macro photography to the next level. And it’s easy to find small, low-cost diffusers and softboxes that you can attach to the flash you already…

It might seem difficult to get into macro photography due to the specialized equipment. But there are many ways to shoot macro photography without buying a dedicated macro lens. We have previously covered extension tubes, but there is another option that uses the same principle. Continue reading to learn how…

Photographers use small apertures to gain a wide depth of field. But a smaller aperture causes some problems, such as lens diffraction. Lens diffraction causes a photograph to lose sharpness at small apertures. So what can we do about lens diffraction? Read on to find out and get the maximum…

Macro photography is a fascinating and rewarding genre that can be explored on a budget. Here are eight tips for getting started with creative macro photography without spending a lot of money. What You’ll Need for Creative Macro Photography For all of the following methods, you’ll need an interchangeable lens…

If you have a digital camera, chances are you’ve seen the exposure compensation button. It’s a weird-looking scale with numbers from -3 to +3, with a (zero) 0 in the middle. This camera setting is the exposure compensation scale. Our article explains how and why exposure compensation works. Learn how…

Camera resolution or megapixel (MP) count is important when looking for a new camera. You have to sift through plenty of camera specifications. But this is one that you should pay attention to. Camera manufacturers often use a camera’s resolution as the headline feature. And when cameras like the Sony…

When you’re taking photos, it’s important to keep in mind that your camera may not always focus on the exact spot that you want it to. This is called focus shift, and it can be a real problem when you’re trying to take a good photo. In this article, we’ll…

If you ever wondered why you can’t easily interchange lenses between different manufacturers, this article is for you. What stops this simple act is the different lens mounts. In this article, you’ll find out what lens mounts are, what types exist, and how you can use them to your benefit.…

A macro lens is perfect for shooting up close. But most lenses don’t let you focus close enough to achieve a life-sized 1:1 magnification, also known as “true macro.” But how can you achieve true macro without buying a dedicated macro lens? Extension tubes can effectively turn the lens you…

Equivalence is one of the most important concepts in photography. But what is equivalence? It’s the principle that says a photograph can be created by any combination of focal length, aperture, and shutter speed as long as the exposure is equivalent. In other words, you can use any combination of…

Your camera’s shutter actuations are an important metric to track as you use your camera. This is because they can help you determine how long your camera will continue to function properly before it needs to be serviced. In this article, we’ll show you how to find your camera’s shutter…

You might wonder why we can’t always interchange lenses between different brands and types of cameras. Canon lenses are for Canon systems and Nikon lenses only work with Nikon systems. Even within the same manufacturer, specific lenses are for specific cameras. Besides different protocols of connection, this all comes down…