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Common shooting habits wreck otherwise solid images fast. Clean composition, honest intent, and patience change your hit rate faster than a new body or another preset.

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Lightroom Classic 15.0 adds Assisted Culling that uses AI to find sharp, usable frames fast. If you shoot people, sorting by “eye focus” and “eyes open” cuts wasted time and keeps soft poses from sneaking into client picks.

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If your photo editing still feels chaotic, bouncing between endless sliders without consistent results, the issue isn't your software; it’s your strategy. Let’s explore how Mark rectified his biggest mistake after a decade in the field, transforming raw files into finished artwork with effortless precision.

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Travel pushes your eye and your planning at the same time. You want fewer hassles at the airport and stronger images once you land. Here's how to accomplish that.

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B&H is keeping the deals flowing with impressive discounts across their photography lineup. Whether you're looking to upgrade your camera body, add professional glass to your kit, or stock up on memory cards, there's something here for every photographer's budget.

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Remembrance Sunday is a day that commemorates the sacrifices of armed forces and civilians in times of war and artificial poppies are bought and worn as a mark of respect. Although the 11th is the actual Remembrance Day, a two-minute silence is observed at war memorials and other public spaces across the UK at 11am on Remembrance Sunday. At these locations and for weeks after you will see decorative wreaths of poppies placed at these memorials which can make an interesting subject for photographers.

 

What sort of kit is best?

Any compact camera can be used to photograph memorials and artificial poppies. As long as it has a lens with a fairly close focus you will be able to shoot closer shots of individual poppies or wreaths, and a wide angle will help you take a more overall view of the scene.
 

The main thing you need is imagination.

Respect your surroundings

At all times respect the location. These are areas marked for people who lost their lives and people come to pay their respects. The last thing they want is a disrespectful photographer interrupting their moment.  

Memorials are often grand structures and dwarf the wreaths placed below them so consider moving in closer with a tighter crop of the scene. Use a wide-angle lens and move in close placing the memorial to one side and allow the background scenery/cityscape to contrast against the scene.
 

Utilise the colour of the poppies

Consider the bright colour of the poppies against the often cold dark tones of the memorial and underexpose slightly so the darker areas become a stark contrast behind the vibrant red of the poppies. You can adjust the contrast and colour saturation using your image editing program to enhance the poppy colour.

Try focusing on a single poppy and isolate it from the rest of the scene. Placing one strategically on a part of the memorial will give an interesting still life set. Use a polarising filter to prevent reflections from the statue or polished marble.
 

Be creative with your angles

Hone in on a single poppy in a wreath and use a wide aperture to throw the rest out of focus. Choose the right angle and the rest will be a blur of red as a background.

Many of the memorials have very poignant messages engraved in the marble. Try including one of these in the shot with a wreath. Have the wreath on the foreground and the message tailing off to the distance. Photography the message head-on and cropped so just a few of the words are visible with a single poppy laid over them.

 

Don't forget the people at the ceremonies

Candid shots of old war veterans wearing poppies can make good photographs. Again, respect the person. Asking if you can take a photograph is polite and then you don't have to grab the moment. You can spend a few minutes composing the shot and making sure the viewpoint is good. If the person is in a wheelchair get down to their level for a better perspective.

A photo of a person placing a poppy on the memorial could look good from the right angle. Again, take from a low viewpoint and makes sure the face and the poppy are in frame. 

Pentax released Star AF in the United States recently. Of course, I had to kick the tires on it. And yeah, it's good. Really good. I describe my “real-world” experience with it during two night photography trips to Joshua Tree National Park in California to photograph the Milky Way.

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The DJI Osmo Mobile 8 is the latest smartphone gimbal from DJI, and while it still looks primarily the same, it quietly fixes and updates everything you wished the predecessor would have. The gimbal now supports 360° pan rotation, updated intelligent tracking, and access to Apple’s intelligent subject-tracking technology. This gimbal finally feels like an all-around tool that can be integrated seamlessly into your filmmaking workflow.

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The German AI photo editing provider Neurapix has announced a powerful new feature for its Lightroom plugin during the Neurapix Conference 2025. From now on, photographers can manually adjust their SmartPresets, allowing them to fine-tune or completely redefine their editing style with just a few clicks.

Brightness, color tones, and overall looks can evolve over time — and now, Neurapix users can easily reflect these changes in their own SmartPresets. With the new "Adjust SmartPreset" feature, photographers can manually modify the AI slider values of their individual looks to better match their current style.

To use the feature, photographers simply select images that were edited with the SmartPreset they wish to modify. Within Adobe Lightroom Classic, they follow the familiar path (Library > Plug-in Extras) and click on "Adjust SmartPreset". A new window opens, displaying the selected example images along with Lightroom's well-known adjustment sliders. These settings can be modified at will and then saved as the new default configuration for the SmartPreset.

 

 

Flexible Editing for All SmartPresets

Users can adjust not only their own SmartPresets but also those they've purchased from other photographers — as often as they like, and at no additional cost. The new feature is automatically available after updating the Neurapix plugin. The update will be offered in a pop-up when Lightroom Classic is next launched or can be triggered manually in the Plug-in Manager.

In addition, users can still refine their own SmartPresets by allowing the AI to analyze and incorporate manual post-corrections made after the automated edit. This option, formerly known as "Refine SmartPreset", now appears as "Send Corrections" in the Lightroom menu.

"The ability to quickly and easily adjust SmartPresets makes our offering even more flexible and versatile for photographers," says Nils Sauder, Co-Founder and CEO of Neurapix. "It also allows them to purchase SmartPresets from other photographers and adapt them to their own preferences — making it even easier to get started with AI-powered photo editing." 

 

About Neurapix

Neurapix is a German AI start-up based in Goettingen that was founded in 2021. The company has developed an artificial intelligence that is able to learn a photographer's image editing style and apply it within Adobe Lightroom Classic. This allows photographers to have large numbers of photos edited in their own style, resulting in significant time savings of around 90%. Fore more information, please visit the Neurapix website.

© Canon

 

Canon has introduced the EOS R6 Mark III and RF 45mm f/1.2 STM lens, expanding its EOS R System with tools designed for speed, resolution, and creative control. The camera offers 32.5 megapixels, fast continuous shooting, and advanced autofocus, while the lens features a lightweight f/1.2 aperture option for expressive depth and low-light performance.

Together, they support hybrid creators with features for both photography and video, including 7K RAW Light recording, Open Gate capture, and focus breathing correction. These releases give users more choice across Canon’s full-frame lineup.

 

From Canon UK:

Canon unveils an exciting dual release: the powerful EOS R6 Mark III and innovative RF 45mm F1.2 STM prime lens – both designed for storytellers looking to elevate their creativity.

The EOS R6 Mark III is a powerful stills camera with advanced filmmaking features, offering exceptional quality and control for photographers covering a range of subjects from sports and wildlife to weddings and portraits. Positioned above the EOS R6 Mark II, the EOS R6 Mark III offers significant upgrades in resolution, tracking, and connectivity offering additional choice alongside the existing EOS R5 and EOS R6 models.

Joining the lineup is the innovative RF 45mm F1.2 STM, Canon's lightest f/1.2 RF lens at just 346g. This lens stands out in its category – it is ultra-fast, features smooth autofocus and delivers performance without a professional-level price tag. The lens introduces Canon's widest aperture to the enthusiast range for the first time, offering excellent low-light performance and greater creativity. The RF 45mm F1.2 STM is a game-changer for photographers seeking depth of field control and outstanding creative results.

 

EOS R6 Mark III: Quality meets performance

 

The EOS R6 Mark III delivers an exceptional balance of resolution, speed and reliability – making it a versatile tool for a wide range of photography styles. Featuring a newly developed 32.5 megapixel full frame sensor and 40fps continuous shooting1, it captures more detail than the EOS R6 Mark II while maintaining impressive speed. With an expanded buffer capable of handling up to 150 RAW images in a single burst (when using CFexpress cards), intelligent autofocus tracking, and robust filmmaking features, the EOS R6 Mark III is built for action. Its customisable controls and weather-resistant body2 make it a resilient and adaptable camera that fits seamlessly into any creative workflow – from sports and wildlife to events, landscapes and portraits.

The EOS R6 Mark III excels in low light3, offering an ISO range up to 64,000 for clean, detailed images even in challenging conditions. In-camera crop modes effectively extend reach – perfect for wildlife and sports – while up to 8.5 stops4 of combined image stabilisation keep handheld shots sharp and steady.

This camera also demands less storage than the EOS R5 line, offering a well-balanced trade-off between file size and performance. It supports faster workflows, eases storage requirements and still delivers the image quality that users expect.

 

Never miss a moment

The EOS R6 Mark III is a reliable companion for high-pressure occasions like sporting events, weddings, and red carpets, with several new and improved features over its predecessors. Improved tracking algorithms lock onto moving subjects – including trains, airplanes, and horses – with greater ease, while the Register People Priority function allows users to pre-select 10 faces for priority tracking. For even more peace of mind, pre-continuous shooting records 20 frames in H+ mode before the shutter is pressed, in full RAW, JPEG, or HEIF.

 

Discover your inner filmmaker

For photographers expanding into video, the EOS R6 Mark III offers a seamless and confident entry into the world of filmmaking. It captures stunning 7K RAW Light footage up to 60p, delivers beautifully detailed oversampled 4K 60p with cinematic motion and supports 4K 120p for even slower, more dramatic results. Full HD 180fps recording is also available for creative slow-motion effects.

Content can easily be repurposed across platforms with Open Gate, a capability that captures the entire sensor's output to enable more flexibility in framing, stabilisation, and post-processing. It also supports pro-level tools like waveform monitor, proxies, metadata tagging, full-size HDMI, and 4-channel audio.

 

Built for a smoother workflow

The EOS R6 Mark III introduces a range of new and improved features that also support a smarter, faster workflow. Dual aspect markers frame for multiple platforms in one shot, while a redesigned control tab offers a customised shooting experience. For better organisation and security, dual card slots support the fast and high-capacity CFexpress Type B and the widely used UHS-II SD. Quick and secure file transfers are also guaranteed thanks to built-in wireless connectivity, with support for the latest 5 GHz Wi-Fi5 and Bluetooth 5.1.

 

Key features of EOS R6 Mark III:

• 32.5 megapixel resolution
• 40fps1 electronic shutter
• Up to 8.5-stop IS4
• Wi-Fi5 and Bluetooth
• CFexpress and UHS-II SD card slots
• Up to 7K RAW video
• Open Gate

 

RF 45mm F1.2 STM: Fast aperture, high impact

 

The RF 45mm F1.2 STM marks several firsts, introducing Canon's first f/1.2 aperture non-professional RF lens, weighing under 350g and offering autofocus at an accessible price point. Positioned within the enthusiast RF lens range, it is designed to inspire creative experimentation with beautifully shallow depth of field and expressive low-light imagery. Until now, the super-fast f/1.2 aperture was exclusive to lenses costing much more, with users now able to explore cinematic storytelling, lifestyle shoots and portraits with stunning clarity and mood. Canon's STM AF technology ensures subjects stay sharp, allowing photographers to focus on their vision. 

 

Designed for everyday versatility

The RF 45mm F1.2 STM is highly versatile with a constant length with separate focus and control rings making it a strong choice for hybrid storytellers. The RF 45mm F1.2 STM also has a convenient 67mm filter size and a minimum focusing distance of 45cm, giving creatives the freedom to fine-tune their results. This new lens also features a durable metal mount, 9-blade aperture, and compatibility with Canon's focus breathing correction technology, all working together to deliver lasting performance and stunning results.

 

Key features of RF 45mm F1.2 STM

• Lightweight at 346g
• 45mm standard focal length
• Super-fast f/1.2 aperture
• STM autofocus motor
• Dedicated control ring
• 9-blade aperture
• Super Spectra coating
• Focus breathing correction compatibility

 

More power. More creativity.

Launched side by side, these two products expand Canon's growing EOS R System of high-performance creative tools. The EOS R6 Mark III bridges the gap between the EOS R5 Mark II and EOS R6 Mark II for storytellers that need both resolution and speed, while the RF 45mm F1.2 STM sets a new benchmark for fast-aperture lenses. Together, these launches continue Canon's mission to empower photographers with tools that are designed to elevate creativity at every level.

 

For more information, visit:

https://www.canon.co.uk/cameras/eos-r6-mark-iii/

https://www.canon.co.uk/lenses/rf-45mm-f1.2/

 

1 Up to 40 fps continuous shooting with electronic shutter. Speed may vary depending on subject, shooting conditions, or battery level.

2 Dust and water resistance requires all covers (card/battery, terminal, shoe cover, etc.) to be securely closed. While designed for durability, the camera is not fully impervious to dust or water droplets.

3 Low-light autofocus down to –6.5EV is achievable during still photo shooting, with an f/1.2 lens, Centre AF point, One-Shot AF, at 23°C/73°F, ISO100. Excluding RF lenses with Defocus Smoothing coating.

4 Up to 8.5-stops of stabilisation based on CIPA standard using the Electronic Shutter. Performance may vary depending on lens used and shooting conditions.

5 Wi-Fi use may be restricted in certain countries or regions.

 

Canon has given us two mirrorless cameras that, on paper, seem to occupy different tiers. The EOS R5 Mark II is the technical marvel, the headline grabber, the 8K cinema monster built for those who need the absolute maximum in resolution and cutting-edge technology. But here's what the spec sheets won't tell you: for the vast majority of working professionals and serious hybrid creators, the EOS R6 Mark III isn't just the budget option. It's actually the smarter, more practical, and more efficient choice.

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The Canon EOS R6 Mark III mirrorless camera has been pushed through real-world testing, from heavy rain to fast-moving wildlife, to see if it can handle serious field work. It’s built for speed and precision, and that’s exactly what matters when you’re tracking unpredictable action and can’t afford to miss a shot.

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Canon’s new 45mm f/1.2 STM lens is making waves for all the right reasons. A full frame lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.2 for under $500 is something no one expected, and it’s about to change how you think about affordable fast primes.

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Film mode on the Fujifilm X half is more than a menu option. It locks you into a roll length, disables the rear screen, and forces you to work through an optical finder that does not hold your hand. You get the pace of film with the constraints that shape decisions on composition and timing.

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Datacolor released its all-new SpyderPro software update, introducing calibration tools designed for ultra-bright displays (up to 12,000 nits), including OLED, QD-OLED, mini-LED and Apple Liquid Retina XDR.

  Features

This release enhances display calibration and streamlines creative workflows with features such as:

• 3D LUT (.cube) Export: Delivers precise calibration for compatible video monitors, ideal for professional video and cinema workflows, at an unmatched price point.
• Device Preview™ Plus: Simulate content across devices and print using side-by-side comparison, pixel sampling, batch conversion, and image processing tools with advanced export functionality.
• Light Meter Integration: Sync with Datacolor’s LightColor Meter and other lux-capable devices to adapt calibration to ambient lighting, ensuring consistent accuracy in any environment.
• Content Credentials (C2PA): Embed authorship, edit history, and provenance into digital files to protect creative integrity and build trust in an AI-driven world.

“SpyderPro is more than a calibration tool, it’s a workflow revolution,” said Heath Barber, Director of Product Management. “It helps creators work smarter and share with confidence.” 

 

Pricing & Availability

The upgrade is available now: free for existing SpyderPro users, with a discounted upgrade option for owners of earlier Spyder models (Spyder, SpyderExpress, SpyderX, Spyder X2). The new version is now available  for £ 249 via Datacolor.com, Amazon and authorized retailers.

For more information about SpyderPro software, please visit the Datacolor website.

This 70–180mm f/2.8 zoom hits a sweet spot for events, portraits, and compressed landscapes without the usual bulk tax. If you want reach, speed, and a lens that won’t wreck a shoulder over a 12-hour wedding, this one jumps to the top of the list.

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