Photography News

Think prime lenses are still unbeatable? Think again—modern zooms are challenging everything we once believed about the best lenses.

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Dedicated video cameras and even hybrid cameras now offer a plethora of formats for shooting video, but what is the difference between 4:2:0, 4:2:2, and raw, and how will it affect your footage? A grasp of the technical details can be helpful in making an informed decision about which format to use.

The profusion of different recording formats offered in your camera's video menu can sometimes feel overwhelming, but if you take nothing else away from this article, here’s the essence of it: depending upon factors like the resolution, color depth, and frame rate of your video footage,...

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Your camera gear doesn't define how good you are at taking portraits, but the lenses you pick do matter—a lot. Choosing the right lenses affects your flexibility and helps shape your distinct style as a portrait photographer.

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A few years ago, I first heard about the retouching software Retouch4Me when one of our readers asked me to review it for the Fstoppers Youtube Channel. I immediately fell in love with the software and added it to my workflow. This year, they have added some features we have all been waiting for, so let's look at what is new with this powerful skin retouching software.

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Infrared photography lets you see landscapes through an entirely new perspective, capturing scenes invisible to your naked eye. It allows you to transform ordinary scenes into visually striking images that reveal hidden contrasts and textures.

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Many beliefs about photography hold you back more than you realize. Breaking free from common myths can unlock creativity, making photography more enjoyable and your images more compelling.

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Adobe Lightroom recently rolled out an update with a new masking tool, significantly altering how quickly and effectively you can edit your photos.

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Travel photography is at a crossroads, struggling between authenticity and uniformity. Smartphones, AI-generated images, and overtourism are transforming what it means to photograph places and cultures.

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Your entry into photography might feel like a massive ocean of techniques, gear choices, and social media comparisons. Most people talk about shutter speed, aperture, ISO, composition, and basic post-processing. Those topics matter, but they don’t reveal the quieter corners of the craft.

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You’ve got the camera. You’ve got the talent. You even have a slick little website that screams “I take this seriously.” So why does it feel like you’re shouting into the void? Spoiler: it’s not your work, it’s your SEO (or, more accurately, the lack of it).

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Photography is a notoriously expensive hobby, but lack of funds doesn’t have to stifle your creativity. Here are great alternatives to expensive gear and annoying subscriptions.

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Choosing the right camera system can significantly impact your photography experience and results. Understanding what different systems offer beyond the standard choices like Canon, Nikon, and Sony can help you find a setup tailored exactly to your needs.

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You can’t argue that the world of film is making a comeback in a big way. This begs the question: Is shooting film an artistic and bold choice or just a trendy throwback?

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The OM SYSTEM OM-3 mirrorless camera has been generating attention for its blend of vintage aesthetics and modern features. Can it compete with cameras with larger sensors? This review takes a look.

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The Fujifilm GF 45-100mm f/4 R LM OIS WR lens covers a versatile zoom range for Fujifilm’s medium format GFX cameras. Here's a look at how it performs in use.

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Adobe just released a significant update to Photoshop, bringing powerful new tools that simplify editing. These changes mean you spend less time struggling with selections and adjustments and more time on your creative vision.

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In this review, we’re diving into the Viltrox 35mm f/1.2, a lens that surprised me in the best ways. I’ve had this thing in my hands for more than a month and have used it on multiple sessions now, and—spoiler alert—this is one of the best and most affordable 35mm lenses for Sony.

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Color grading your images can transform how people feel when viewing your work. Knowing how to do it right in Lightroom can mean the difference between a flat photo and one that connects emotionally.

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Another year, another Insta360 release. While that sounds like an anti-climactic statement about the new X5, it's not meant to be. While there may not be any headline-grabbing features like higher-resolution footage, there are a few improvements that make the camera just a bit more livable than the X4.

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In a world that sees more and more travel every year, it's becoming increasingly difficult to find places that aren't crowded and haven't yet been photographed from every possible angle. But those places still exist; you simply have to search harder.

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