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Being a landscape photographer usually consists of a set routine: check the weather apps, check PhotoPills, arrive an hour before golden hour to find your compositions, and shoot until the end of blue hour. 

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You can hustle for more bookings and still feel broke, especially when every job expands to fill your calendar. This video is about raising your Average Booking Price (ABP) so the same number of shoots can pay like a real business instead of a grind. 

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You can get a striking, modern poster look in Photoshop without fancy plug-ins, but only if you stop guessing and start building the effect in a logical order. The video focuses on a specific recipe: a clean silhouette, controlled motion blur, and color that behaves like light instead of paint. 

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Chasing that painted look usually breaks down in post or gets derailed by gimmicks, especially when you’re trying to balance mood with detail in Lightroom and Photoshop. The video focuses on a handful of choices that change the feel fast, without wrecking the file or turning everything into mush. 

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For today's tutorial, we thought we'd bring together all of the features and techniques ePHOTOzine has published on sports photography so next time you're at a match or trackside, you'll have the knowledge you'll need to shoot some top sports imagery.

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If you already have some sports shots you want to share or are heading to a game/race over the next few days, why not post your images in the Competition forum? You never know, you may have an award-winning shot that'll give you the opportunity to win our competition prize this week. 

 

18 Top Sports Photography Tutorials:

1. Top Tips On Shooting Water Sports Photography
2. How To Capture The Action At Running Events
3. Why Use A Support For Motorsport Photography?
4. Tips On Photographing Athletics
5. Photographing Polo
6. Sport Photography Tips
7. 10 Things To Do When Photographing Parkour
8. Cricket Photography Tips
9. How To Photograph Wakeboarders & Waterskiing
10. Photographing  Kitesurfing
11. Bowls Photography
12. Capturing Cricket
13. Football Photography
14. Photographing Snowboarding
15. Surf Photography Technique
16. Top Of The League Sports Photography
17. Throw The Winning Punch With Your Boxing Photography

 

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Gear comes and goes, but a few pieces end up shaping most of your best work. This video lays out five lenses he says he will not sell, then hints at a pattern between one specific lens and his strongest images. 

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The head of the tripod that you use can greatly affect your efficiency in shooting, which can indirectly affect your creative output. Geared heads often seem too complicated and cumbersome, but this one from Leofoto might be worth a try. 

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A fisheye zoom is one of those tools that can either sit untouched for years or quietly become the reason your images look nothing like everyone else’s. The question isn’t whether distortion is “good,” it’s whether you can control it when the shot has real constraints like space, speed, and framing. 

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Canon just dropped a new ultra wide prime that aims straight at night skies, tight interiors, and fast-moving video, and the price puts it in serious territory. If you’ve been waiting for a 14mm that doesn’t feel like a special-purpose brick, this one raises a few questions worth watching play out. 

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A 50mm lens can cost $50 or it can cost over $2,000, and both can take photos you’d happily keep. The real question is what you’re paying for when the focal length stays the same, and whether any of it changes what you can shoot tomorrow. 

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A year with the Fujifilm GFX100 II can either make you fall in love with stills again or make you regret every storage decision you’ve ever made. The video lays out the real tradeoffs of living with a 102-megapixel medium format body when you’re shooting work, not just testing it for an afternoon. 

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Canon expanded its professional optics range with two specialized L-series ultra-wide lenses designed to give photographers and filmmakers fresh creative perspectives. The RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L FISHEYE STM was announced as the world’s first fisheye zoom covering a 190-degree angle of view, featuring a lightweight build and an integrated drop-in filter system. The RF 14mm F1.4L VCM debuted as a high-speed hybrid prime, pairing a bright maximum aperture with specialized glass for astrophotography, landscapes, and video production. Both lenses carried weather-sealed construction and focus breathing suppression for reliable performance in professional environments. They go on sale on the 26th of February 2026.

 

From Canon:

Canon today expands its professional RF lens range with two new ultra-wide lenses that invite photographers and filmmakers to unleash their creativity and capture the world in dynamic new ways. With their fast apertures, compact sizes and outstanding optical quality, the RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L FISHEYE STM and RF 14mm F1.4L VCM are worlds apart from ordinary wide-angle lenses.

 

Introducing the world’s first 190° fisheye zoom lens1

 

The RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L FISHEYE STM is a unique ultra-wide RF zoom lens for dramatically different images and video. Paired with a full-frame EOS R System camera, the RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L FISHEYE STM delivers two distinctive looks: an ultra-wide 190° circular fisheye image at 7mm and a frame-filling 180° diagonal fisheye image at 14mm. On APS-C cameras, the maximum wide angle can be set to approximately 8.7mm for frame-filling 180° diagonal fisheye images2.

Building on the success of the pioneering EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM, the RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L FISHEYE STM has a wider, faster, lighter design and enhanced edge-to-edge image quality. An innovative drop-in filter system improves convenience by allowing real- time adjustment of optional circular polarising and variable ND filters, giving photographers and filmmakers precise control over lighting in any situation.

 

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Designed for professionals who want their work to stand out, the RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L FISHEYE STM creates a striking look across a wide range of genres – from action sports and astrophotography to landscapes and expressive portraits. Focusing as close as 0.15m, this versatile zoom lens enables even greater exaggeration of creative distortion to set your work apart.

While offering photographers the freedom to explore a bold fisheye perspective in imaginative new ways, image quality remains tightly controlled through an advanced optical design. This includes two replica aspherical elements to suppress spherical aberrations, five UD elements to reduce chromatic aberrations, and ASC coatings to cut ghosting and flare.

Quiet leadscrew-type STM autofocus coupled with focus breathing suppression makes the RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L FISHEYE STM an accomplished lens for creative video as well as stills. Circular fisheye videos captured on a compatible camera can be converted to 2D 180° VR files via EOS VR Utility3, for immersive viewing using a VR headset. With its equidistant projection, the RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L FISHEYE STM keeps image detail consistent from the centre to the periphery. This ensures high resolution throughout, even when the image is stretched for 2D VR – so every view stays clear and captivating.

 

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Key features of the RF 7-14MM F2.8-3.5L FISHEYE STM:

• World’s first fisheye zoom lens that covers a 190° angle of view1
• 7mm circular and 14mm diagonal fisheye for two different looks on a full-frame camera
• Circular fisheye with equidistant projection for easy conversion to 2D 180° VR with official Canon app3
• Aspherical and UD elements for high image quality across the frame
• Bright f/2.8-3.5 aperture for action and low-light shooting
• Drop-in filter support
• Durable L-series design with dust- and moisture-resistant construction4
• Lightweight at approx. 476g for ultra-portable convenience

 

RF 14mm F1.4L VCM: Extraordinary speed, exemplary sharpness

 

The RF 14mm F1.4L VCM sets a new benchmark for wide-angle excellence. Ultra-wide, ultra-fast and ultra-light, this latest addition to Canon’s hybrid prime lens lineup is designed to inspire photography and video production on a grand scale.

With its expansive 114° diagonal angle of view, the RF 14mm F1.4L VCM is a great choice for capturing sweeping landscapes as well as indoor spaces. An exceptionally bright f/1.4 aperture offers greater flexibility while shooting in low light or when using a shallow depth of field to help isolate your subject.

Despite its ultra-wide design and fast aperture, the RF 14mm F1.4L VCM remains lightweight, making it a highly practical lens for outdoor and travel photography, or working from a drone. Weighing around 578g, it’s built for shooting on the move, and the durable L-series construction ensures it is ready for demanding assignments.

 

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Delivering remarkable image quality from the centre to the corners, even wide open at f/1.4, the RF 14mm F1.4L VCM achieves a level of performance rare for such a wide, fast design, thanks to the extensive use of specialised lens elements and coatings. Three glass-moulded (GMo) aspherical elements suppress sagittal coma flare for finely rendered point light sources such as stars, while Fluorite, BR and UD lenses reduce chromatic aberration. Ghosting and flare are minimised though the use of Canon’s sophisticated SWC and ASC coatings.

The superb edge-to-edge precision at f/1.4 is one reason the RF 14mm F1.4L VCM excels at astrophotography. The large maximum aperture lets you use faster shutter speeds to reduce star trails, while keeping image quality high and ISO levels manageable. Thanks to its ultra-wide angle of view, it is also an ideal lens for professional landscape and architecture photography or for shooting tight interiors. Additionally, the hybrid design of the RF 14mm F1.4L VCM, which incorporates smooth, precise AF tracking capability along with focus breathing suppression, 11-blade circular aperture and dedicated Iris Ring6, makes it an outstanding lens for photographers who also need to shoot video.

 

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Key features of the RF 14MM F1.4L VCM:

• High-quality rectilinear ultra-wide hybrid prime lens
• Fast f/1.4 maximum aperture for shallow depth of field and greater freedom in low light
• Outstanding sharpness and image quality right across the frame, with aspheric, UD, BR and Fluorite elements
• Voice Coil Motor5 for smooth, quiet and precise autofocus, with focus breathing suppression
• Designed for professional photographers, with added hybrid features for advanced video performance
• 11-blade circular aperture for cinematic bokeh and 22-point starburst effects
• Smooth action Iris Ring6, Control Ring and Lens Control button for intuitive manual control
• L-series build quality with dust/moisture resistance4
• Compact and lightweight for a 14mm f/1.4 lens, at approx. 578g

 

1. First lens for interchangeable lens cameras compatible with 35mm full-frame sensors. As of February 4, 2026; research by Canon.

2. 180° diagonal fisheye photography is possible on EOS R System cameras with APS-C sensors when the ‘C’ mark on the zoom ring is aligned with the C index (at approximately 8.7mm). The location of the zoom limit/lock switch at wide-angle does not guarantee a diagonal fisheye image for APS-C size.

3. To record circular fisheye videos that can also be remapped into the equirectangular projection by Canon’s EOS VR Utility for 2D 180° VR viewing, you will need a compatible camera that supports Open Gate video recording.

4. Lenses with dust/moisture resistance are fitted with a rubber ring on the lens mount which may cause slight abrasion of the camera mount. This in no way effects either the lens or camera performance.

5. Important: The Voice Coil Motor in the lens emits a low-level magnetic field. While generally safe to use, we advise consulting your doctor if you have a pacemaker or any other medical device to address any concerns. When the lens is not connected to the camera or when the camera is off may cause internal noise from the lens’s components. This is normal and not a malfunction. Minor movements during transportation do not affect performance.

6. Various limitations apply to some cameras; we recommend installing the latest Firmware update on your camera for best performance. Even with latest Firmware update on EOS R, RP, Ra, R3, R5, R6, R6 Mark II, R7, R8, R10, R50, R100 and EOS R5C when shooting still photos, the aperture value cannot be set using the iris ring.

 

For more information, please visit the Canon UK website.

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To celebrate 30 years since the debut of the PowerShot 600 in 1996, Canon announced a limited edition PowerShot G7 X Mark III. The release featured a graphite body, a twill-patterned front ring, and a commemorative logo, while retaining the G7 X Mark III’s 1.0-inch stacked CMOS sensor with approximately 20.1 million effective pixels and 4.2x optical zoom lens. The launch marks the brand’s evolution from early stabilization milestones to modern vlogging tools, with availability scheduled for April 2026 at a retail price of £859.99 / €979.99.

 

From Canon:

2026 marks the 30-year anniversary of Canon's PowerShot compact digital camera line. To celebrate this, an Anniversary Edition PowerShot G7 X Mark III with a new colour body and logo will be released in April 2026.

Since the launch of the original PowerShot 600 in July 1996, the PowerShot range evolved its lineup to meet the diverse needs of its users, most recently with the PowerShot V10 and PowerShot V1. The PowerShot brand, launched with the aim of making it easier to create high-quality images and videos, is popular among a wide range of users, from camera beginners to professionals.

Over the past 30 years, Canon’s PowerShot range has continually progressed, responding to changing consumer needs with industry-leading advancements and refined design. Highlights include the introduction of lens image stabilization in the 2001 PowerShot Pro90 IS, RAW shooting in the G Series, and the innovative PowerShot V1 – the first compact model with an integrated cooling fan for longer 4K recording sessions.

Today, Canon delivers a range of cameras loved by creators. The PowerShot G Series offers high image quality and multifunctionality in a compact form, the PowerShot V Series enables effortless, fully-fledged video, and the PowerShot SX Series empowers users with impressive high magnification zoom capabilities.

 

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PowerShot G7 X Mark III 30th Anniversary Edition

This Anniversary Edition model introduces a new limited graphite colour for the camera body, and the front ring has a twill pattern while maintaining the same features and performance that made the model popular. A 30-year anniversary logo is printed on the body, and the camera is presented in a specially designed anniversary box.

The G7 X Mark III Anniversary Edition retains the 1.0-inch stacked CMOS sensor with approximately 20.1 million effective pixels1 and a large aperture and bright 4.2x optical zoom lens for versatile video expression. In addition to still image shooting, the "Video Blog" shooting mode, designed especially for Vlogging, supports comfortable and intuitive video creation.

 

1 The total number of pixels is approximately 20.9 million.

For more information, please visit the Canon website.

Your camera is too good. I mean that as a genuine problem, not a humble brag about your gear. That $2,500 mirrorless body sitting in your bag can identify human eyes at 30 meters, track a subject across the frame while firing 30 frames per second, and deliver usable images at ISOs that would have been science fiction a decade ago. It is, by every measurable standard, a miracle of engineering. And it might be making you a worse photographer. 

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Canon is marking 30 years of its PowerShot compact digital camera line with a limited edition version of the PowerShot G7 X Mark III, scheduled to ship in April 2026. The anniversary model adds cosmetic and bundled accessories to Canon’s existing 1.0-inch compact camera platform while commemorating the long-running PowerShot brand. 

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Canon has announced the Canon RF 7-14mm f/2.8-3.5 L Fisheye STM, a new L-series zoom designed for full frame EOS R cameras and RF-compatible Cinema EOS models. The lens expands Canon’s RF lineup with a dedicated fisheye zoom that covers both circular and diagonal fisheye imaging in a single optic. 

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Canon has announced the RF 14mm f/1.4 L VCM, an ultra-wide prime for the RF mount aimed at full frame EOS R and Canon RF-mount cinema cameras. The lens combines a fast f/1.4 maximum aperture with an L-series build, and Canon positions it as a tool for landscape, astro, architecture, real estate, and video production work. 

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The skills that made you valuable in 2020 are now automated. Here is what matters now. 

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Technical skill is no longer a filter. What remains of photography begins where execution stops protecting the work, leaving only judgment and intent. 

AI didn’t kill photography; it exposed it. Now that the technological process is complete, technical thresholds no longer function as a professional filter. This shift began long before artificial intelligence, but AI brings it to its logical endpoint—removing the last barriers separating mere competence from true intention.

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Transport is, probably, one of the easiest photographic subjects to find but with so much choice, how do you go about capturing the best shots of cars, trains and planes you can? That's where this article comes in as we've listed 10 top tips to help you perfect your transport photography skills. 

 

1. Not Just Cars

 

Cars are probably the first mode of transport that comes to mind when you think of transport photography but there are plenty of other subjects that are worth a shot or two. Bikes, trains planes and boats can be slightly more challenging to capture but can produce good results.

Trains are predictable as they have to follow a track, leave and arrive at certain stations and have a schedule they have to follow. Finding a spot to shoot from should be quite simple then all you have to do is perfect your technique. If you need a few tips on shooting trains, take a look at our technique: Railway Photography

Most of us don't have to go that far to photograph boats. We are usually not a million miles from the coast, rivers with boats, canal and inland waterways or even water-sports centre to be able to photograph this form of transport. For tips on shooting boats, take a look at these tutorials: Boat Photography and A Guide To Boat Photography

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For plane photography, airshows are probably the best place to perfect your technique and there's usually planes on the ground you can photograph too if you don't fancy photographing them while up in the air. Have a look at ePHOTOzine member, David Pritchard's Air Show Photography Guide for more tips on plane photography.

If you fancy trying your hand at sports photography, motocross is a great event to try. It's fast-paced, interesting to watch and there are plenty of events held around the country which means you shouldn't have to travel far to shoot some action shots. For tips on photographing motocross, take a look at our tips: Shoot Motocross Action

2. Continuous Shooting

 

To further increase your chances of capturing your subject as they pass through your point of focus, switch to continuous shooting mode to capture a series of shots. Start shooting just before your subject goes through your focus point and you should get at least one shot that's spot on.
 

3. Look For Detail

 

As well as shooting photos where you get the whole car, plane or train in the frame, take some close-up shots of the patterns, badges, paintwork and other detail the vehicle has.
 

4. Continuous Auto Focus

 

Most cameras feature quick and accurate AF (Auto Focus) systems making them great for capturing fleeting moments or action shots. Of course, how fast your subject is moving, how much light is around and how quickly your lens can focus will come into play but at least your chances of capturing a sharp shot will be increased with the help of Auto Focus.

 

5. Capture Light Trails

 

For more creative shots, try shooting light trails in towns and cities at night. Dusk is a good time as there's still usually a good amount of traffic around and there will still be detail in the sky. For tips on shooting light trails, have a look at this tutorial: Photographing Light Trails

 

6. Location, Location, Location 

 

Think about your location carefully - a 4X4 will look great at the top of a mountain but stick a little car up there and it can look lost. If you live on a busy street, move your car to another location as a messy background will just distract the viewer. For more advice on shooting locations, have a look at this technique: Car Portrait Advice

 

7. Use A Support

 

When using long lenses, as you do for many shots of transport, having some sort of support handy will stop you straining your arms and shoulders. A tripod can be used, however, if you're at a busy air show or by the track where there's not much space, a monopod is much more useful.

Panning plays a big part in some transport photography and even though you can pan quite easily without the help of support, some photographers do prefer to use a tripod or monopod, it's really down to personal preference.

  

8. Work With Angles

 

Doing something as simple as crouching down can make your shots more exciting so do take the time to walk around the vehicle you're shooting to look for angles, shapes and lines that will really help improve your shots.

9. Use Reflections

 

As mentioned in our 5 Ways To Be More Creative With Transport Shots article, there are various ways to use reflections in transport shots. You can use car mirror's, reflections in bodywork or look away from the vehicle for puddles and other reflective surfaces.

10. Back At Home

 

When it comes to photo editing, you really can spend hours tweaking and changing your shots. You can add emphasis with a vignette, darken skies to add mood, give older transport a vintage feel with lomo tweaks or by turning them black and white or how about having a go at HDR? Take a look at ePHOTOzine's techniques for some inspiration.
 

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