As a photographer, you have a vast selection of lenses to consider. Those that show a vast portion of a scene are called wide-angle lenses. But do you need one? Also, which wide-angle is the best camera lens choice for you? To answer these questions, let’s examine the types of…

Where you place the subject in your photos has a huge effect on your final composition. There are no set rules for subject placement in photography. You have to freedom to place your subject wherever you want. But there are a few conceptual ideas that can help you find more…

When you start to use artificial lighting, you’ll need to decide between using a softbox vs umbrella lighting. So which one is better? And which one should you use? Let’s do some umbrella vs softbox comparisons and see which one wins. Comparing Softbox Vs Umbrella: What Are They Used For?…

The Zhiyun Smooth X gimbal had a purpose. It was supposed to bring gimbal technology to the masses. It was designed for smartphones. And, in the end, it delivers! It helps selfie and smartphone photographers capture buttery video footage. So let’s review everything this Zhiyun product offers. And you can…

What is lens calibration? And how do you use it? We give you the answers and walk you through the steps! After a long day of shooting, the most frustrating thing is finding blurry images. If this happens across multiple images, it might not be your focusing skills. You might…

Some people think that the Panasonic Lumix G9 is one of the great unsung cameras of its age. It has great in-body stabilization, quick autofocus, an ergonomic build, a flip-out touchscreen, 4K/60p video, a burst rate of around 10 fps, and dual card slots. And yet, it only has an…

The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mk III is a powerful camera that has many features that are perfect for photographers of all levels. This camera was designed with a range of shooting styles in mind. And it can be used for everything from travel photography to nature shots. The Olympus OM-D…

ISO is one of three factors which determine the exposure of a photo, along with aperture and shutter speed. To really get the most out of your photos you need to know what all 3 do and how you can use them. Read this post to gain a more in depth knowledge of how to use your camera properly and start taking expert photos.

Bulb mode allows you to keep the shutter open for as long as you press the shutter button. It’s ideal for getting better long exposures, and we’ll show you exactly how to use it. What Is Bulb Mode? Before we start telling you how to use this feature, let’s answer…

Here is a list of the best photography essentials all beginners should have in their kit. Knowing which camera equipment and accessories you need can be confusing if you’re just starting out with photography. But we’re here to help! There are tons of essential tools and accessories you can buy…

Simply put: a photo is an exposure and the more you understand about exposure, the better your photos will be. Once you start to grasp exactly what aperture, shutter speed and ISO does to a photo, you’ll know how to use them correctly and creatively. This posts covers how to create the right exposure for a situation, as well as the negative consequences of each exposure factor. There are also links to read up in much more detail.

Nikon’s first APS-C mirrorless camera was the Nikon Z50. It’s an entry-level camera and you can get some good deals with the 16-50mm kit lens (53-85mm full frame equivalent). Its fold-down screen and good low-light capabilities make it a useful take-anywhere camera. It sits in that niche where it has…