• Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro Field Review
    by Libor Vaicenbacher on 9th January 2026 at 04:44

    Nikon APS-C cameras do not receive much attention from their own brand when it comes to fast prime lenses. Eight years after the introduction of the Z mount, Nikon still offers just two bright DX primes, roughly equivalent to 35mm and 50mm, both with an aperture of f/1.7. Fortunately, third-party manufacturers have clearly sensed an opportunity, resulting in a growing lineup of interesting fast lenses. One of them is the portrait-oriented Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro, which has just been announced in a Z-mount version.

  • Nikon Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1 Announced
    by Spencer Cox on 7th January 2026 at 06:14

    Nikon just announced a new full-frame mirrorless lens, the Nikon Z 24-105mm f/4-7.1. This midrange zoom is lightweight and inexpensive, weighing just 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and costing $550. Moreover, it will sell as a kit with the Nikon Z5 II for $2200, representing a $200 discount from their usual retail prices.

  • Viltrox Z3 Spark Flash Review
    by Jason Polak on 6th January 2026 at 05:11

    I’ve always loved flashes, especially for portrait photography and flower photography. I have two manual ones, but they’re fairly large so I was interested in trying out something more compact that also offered a TTL mode. In this article, I’ll be reviewing one such option: the Viltrox Z3 Spark, a TTL flash available for Nikon, Canon, Sony, and Fuji X systems.

  • Photography News: 50mm f/1.05 Rumor, Third Party Lens Sales
    by Libor Vaicenbacher on 5th January 2026 at 04:28

    Here we are in 2026, and with it comes this year’s first roundup of Photography News. It seems the photography industry is still sleeping off its New Year’s celebrations, because it was a quiet week. I hesitated a bit when choosing the opening image today: whether to use the very last photograph of the old year, or the very first one of the new. In the end, I’ve made an exception and used both. Before you dive into this edition of the News, allow me—on behalf of myself and our entire team—to wish you good light in the new year, not only in front of your lens, but also within you.

  • Using Natural Frames to Take Better Photos
    by Spencer Cox on 3rd January 2026 at 03:44

    When I'm composing photos, I'm always searching for natural frames - elements in the scene that act as a border around the photo's edges. Natural frames can provide structure to a photo's composition and, critically, make it feel more deliberate. Today, I'll explain what natural frames are and how to find suitable natural frames for your photos.

  • Recommended Shutter Speeds for Bird Photography
    by Libor Vaicenbacher on 2nd January 2026 at 05:18

    Modern digital cameras come packed with countless advanced features. Yet, despite all this progress, the most fundamental camera settings have remained unchanged since the dawn of photography. Of course, I’m talking about your exposure settings: aperture, ISO (or film sensitivity), and shutter speed.

  • Magical Photos Of Icebergs From The Arctic And Antarctic Regions
    by Dahlia Ambrose on 8th January 2026 at 13:00

    Capturing perfect iceberg photos can be a challenge depending on the weather and the light that you are shooting in. Keep an eye on the histogram and take care of the dynamic range in the scene. Bracket shots if needed and remember to shoot raw so you can bring the right blue/bluish green tones of the iceberg if that's what you witnessed when photographing the scene. Here are some magical photos of icebergs that will inspire you to shoot them when you visit a place that has icebergs in the Arctic or Antarctic region. The post Magical Photos Of Icebergs From The Arctic And Antarctic Regions appeared first on Light Stalking.

  • Know About Dynamic Range To Improve Your Images – Useful Resources You Need
    by Dahlia Ambrose on 7th January 2026 at 13:00

    Dynamic range can be a confusing term especially if you are a beginner in photography and one that is also not greatly understood by many photographers. In this article, we have put together some resources that will help you to understand dynamic range and improve your photography. The post Know About Dynamic Range To Improve Your Images – Useful Resources You Need appeared first on Light Stalking.

  • Photographing Places As They Change
    by Jason Row on 6th January 2026 at 13:00

    The world around us is in constant change. Cities, towns, even the rural landscape are in a state of constant change. That change is imperceptible on a day to day basis but over the months and years, it can and often is quite dramatic. As photographers, often without even knowing it, we are capturing history. Today we are going to look at the importance of photographing places as they change. The post Photographing Places As They Change appeared first on Light Stalking.

  • Threads Of Tradition, Winter Scenes, Daily Observations – The Weekly Community Roundup
    by Dahlia Ambrose on 5th January 2026 at 13:00

    Welcome to our weekly community wrap-up.  It's been another amazing week on the Light Stalking forums with great photography by the community and the discussions in the forums have been engaging and very inspiring in the recent weeks. We've had more members joining the community the last few weeks, making the forum experience even more exciting. The weekend photography challenge from last week was “Cultural Landmarks” and members came up with their creative interpretation of the theme by capturing very interesting shots – some of them are shared below. The post Threads Of Tradition, Winter Scenes, Daily Observations – The Weekly Community Roundup appeared first on Light Stalking.

  • 27 Brilliant Photos Of Fireworks That Will Make You Want To Master Long Exposure Photography At Night
    by Dahlia Ambrose on 1st January 2026 at 13:00

    It is the New Year and it is a time when there are stunning fireworks everywhere around the world. You may have watched the fireworks and even captured some amazing shots, but if not, here are some brilliant photos of fireworks that will inspire you to master the art of long exposure photography at night. The post 27 Brilliant Photos Of Fireworks That Will Make You Want To Master Long Exposure Photography At Night appeared first on Light Stalking.

  • Do You Shy Away From Night Time Photography? Follow These Tips To Start Your Photography Journey At Night
    by Dahlia Ambrose on 31st December 2025 at 13:00

    When capturing photos at night, we have to rely on artificial lights from the city or town - this could be the lights from buildings, street lamps, shops, etc., or natural light from the moon if it is more than 50 or 60% illuminated. In this article, we have put together a few resources that will give you ideas on what and how to photograph at night. The post Do You Shy Away From Night Time Photography? Follow These Tips To Start Your Photography Journey At Night appeared first on Light Stalking.


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