- Party like it's 1992: Lomography LomoChrome '92 film reviewon 1st December 2023 at 13:00
I shot two 35mm rolls of LomoChrome '92: one with an Olympus Stylus Epic and the other with a Nikon […]
- What Sony's gridline update tells us about the future of camerason 30th November 2023 at 14:00
Sony's gridline update adds up to four customizable grids to which users can add color codes and […]
- iPhone 15 Plus sample gallery: Does resolution compensate for fewer photo options?on 29th November 2023 at 15:00
Recent Videos The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus represent Apple’s entry-level iPhone models […]
- Eight years after being announced, Kodak's Super 8 movie camera will finally ship in Decemberon 28th November 2023 at 19:43
Photo: Kodak As reported last week by The Verge, Eastman Kodak's Motion Picture division – not […]
- Landscape composition: Beyond landscapeon 26th November 2023 at 16:18
What does this beautiful Celebes crested macaque have to do with landscape composition? How would […]
- The 7 Best compact zoom camerason 23rd November 2023 at 16:40
Updated Nov 23, 2023 Recent Videos Long gone are the days when all of us owned some kind of […]
- DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Review: Compact, Capable, Powerfulby David Schloss on 1st December 2023 at 21:45
The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 skips the smartphone as a capture device and uses an integrated camera, essentially taking the front of a DJI drone and mounting it to a control stick. It is also one of the few creator gimbals I like and love using. [Read More]
- Colorful and Endangered Tiger Beetle is the 15,000th ‘Photo Ark’ Speciesby Jeremy Gray on 1st December 2023 at 21:02
Photographer Joel Sartore has reached a significant milestone in his incredible Photo Ark series, photographing the project's 15,000th species, the endangered Miami tiger beetle (Cicindelidia floridana). [Read More]
- A Small Film Scanning Shop Just Won Businesses $5.5 Billion After 18-Year Court Battleby Jeremy Gray on 1st December 2023 at 20:08
After nearly two decades battling in court, lead plaintiff Mitch Goldstone, CEO and owner of the small film scanning business Scan My Photos, has bested major banks and credit card companies Visa and Mastercard. [Read More]
- Filmic’s Entire Staff Laid Off by Parent Company Bending Spoonsby Jaron Schneider on 1st December 2023 at 19:43
Filmic, or FiLMiC as written by the brand, no longer has any dedicated staff as parent company Bending Spoons has laid off the entire team including the company's founder and CEO, PetaPixel has learned. [Read More]
- SmallRig’s New Kit is Designed to Get One Very Specific, Niche Shotby Jaron Schneider on 1st December 2023 at 19:29
SmallRig's new Tracking POV Kit, a project done in collaboration with Mikevisuals, is an arm extension kit with adjustable lengths and magic arms that is designed to get one very specific, niche video shot: the "POV tracking shot." [Read More]
- This 3D-printed Stereoscopic Macro Lens is Weird and Wonderfulby Jeremy Gray on 1st December 2023 at 18:31
Photographer Nicholas Sherlock designed a 3D-printed macro lens that allows photographers to join two cameras and capture stereoscopic 3D photos of super-tiny critters. [Read More]
- We Review Amazon’s Cheapest Super-Zoom Lens: JINTU 420-800mm f/8.3-16by Fynn Badgley on 1st December 2023 at 22:03
Most superzoom lenses ranging up to 800mm will cost you the close to the cost of a new car, but this definitely isn’t that. This is the Jintu 420-800mm f/8.3-16mm superzoom lens. [ Read More ]
- A Review of This Rare Third-Party Canon Lensby Alex Cooke on 1st December 2023 at 21:03
Canon has been infamously restrictive over the RF mount, disallowing most third-party lenses, which is what makes the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.0 Aspherical a rare find. And that isn't even considering its useful focal length and extremely wide aperture. What sort of performance and image quality can you expect from this unique lens? This excellent video review takes a look. [ Read More ]
- Unleashing Exquisite Detail and Vibrant Color: We Review the Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 for Fuji X Mountby Gary McIntyre on 1st December 2023 at 17:03
Sigma is constantly increasing their range of contemporary lenses for various mounts. The quality of these lenses is constant in terms of build and sharpness, and with each new lens, we already know that the high quality we expect is there. [ Read More ]
- Why Artistry Is Harder Than Techniqueby Alex Cooke on 1st December 2023 at 15:03
In this important and insightful video, a professional photographer tackles the complex balance between the technical and artistic aspects of photography. He contends that while the mechanics of operating a camera can be readily taught, cultivating an artistic eye is far more nebulous. As a consequence, many amateur photographers overly fixate on technical perfection in critiquing photos, rather than considering the photographer’s intent, and it's to their detriment. [ Read More ]
- Just How Good Is the New Sony a9 III Mirrorless Camera?by Alex Cooke on 1st December 2023 at 13:03
The Sony a9 III is undoubtedly one of the most important cameras to come along in quite some time, offering the world's first consumer full frame global shutter in tandem with plenty of other remarkable features. How does it hold up in practice? This in-depth video review takes a look. [ Read More ]
- Freezing Night Fashion Photography Done Rightby Fynn Badgley on 30th November 2023 at 22:03
This is one of my most favourite test shoots I’ve done to this date, not only based on how we got the shot but also how they turned out. Here’s how we shot it, how it was lit, and everything that came together to make this shot happen. [ Read More ]
- Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 Reviewby Spencer Cox on 29th November 2023 at 00:38
The Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 is a full-frame autofocus lens available both for the Nikon Z system and for Sony E mount. At just $380, it undercuts lenses such as the Nikon Z 35mm f/1.8 ($850) and Sony FE 35mm f/1.8 ($750). But how does it perform? This review will answer any questions you might have!
- Photography News: Nikon Superzoom Rumor, Cyber Mondayby Spencer Cox on 26th November 2023 at 21:59
I’ve made it back from my trip to Death Valley, where I recently traveled to see (and of course photograph) a temporary lake that formed in Badwater Basin. I’ll get back my developed 8×10 film in a few days, but in the meantime, I’ve been going through all the digital photos I took during the trip. Lots of them will appear in upcoming lens reviews.
- Best Cyber Monday Deals for Photographersby Spencer Cox on 24th November 2023 at 11:31
Below is a list of the biggest Cyber Monday sales I've found in the photography world, including cameras, lenses, computers, and more. I've put my personal favorite deals in bold lettering. All prices and availability have been updated.
- Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM Reviewby Spencer Cox on 22nd November 2023 at 00:32
The Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro is a lightweight prime capable of 1:2 close focus photography. At $499, it is positioned as a value option rather than one of Canon’s high-end L-series lenses, but it still has some tricks up its sleeve. Should you add the Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro to your bag? Read on to find out!
- Photography News: Lots of Early Black Friday Salesby Libor Vaicenbacher on 20th November 2023 at 00:32
The best way to test any new photography equipment is to take it on a trip. And that’s what I’m doing now – I’m visiting the tropics again, this time the Asian ones. My batteries are charged, lenses are cleaned, cards are empty, and laundry is done (for now). I look forward to sharing the stories and photos with you in a few weeks. In the meantime, take a look at what interesting news happened last week.
- Tibor Litauszki: Interview with The Nature Conservancy 2023 Winnerby Libor Vaicenbacher on 17th November 2023 at 00:57
Tibor Litauszki is a Hungarian nature photographer who specializes in unique wildlife photography often taken at night. He recently won the prestigious Nature Conservancy photography competition with his image of an Alpine Newt eating tadpole eggs. Tibor was kind enough to sit down with me for an interview, reproduced below.
- How to Prepare For A Photography Road Trip & Not Miss Any Great Shotsby Jason Row on 1st December 2023 at 13:00
If you have been a reader of Light Stalking for a while, you might remember that way back in 2012, I did a road trip across Europe from London to our home in Odesa, Ukraine. During that trip I did several photographic stock shoots in some beautiful locations en route, including Budapest and the amazing The post How to Prepare For A Photography Road Trip & Not Miss Any Great Shots appeared first on Light Stalking.
- Panasonic Rolls Out Camera Leasing Serviceby Kehl Bayern on 30th November 2023 at 21:44
It’s no secret that high-end gear is expensive. And it is pretty hard to remember a time when this was different. But there are more options now than ever before to help you get the latest stuff in your hands without having to outlay thousands of dollars. Panasonic is entering that market with a novel The post Panasonic Rolls Out Camera Leasing Service appeared first on Light Stalking.
- How to Streamline Your Lightroom Workflow to Save Hoursby Jason Row on 30th November 2023 at 13:00
There is a well-known acronym called KISS, Keep It Simple, Stupid. Created by the US Navy in the 60s, this tag could also be applied to modern-day photography. Adobe’s Lightroom is probably the widest-used photographic app there is. Its appeal is the seamless integration of image management and nondestructive editing. I have used Lightroom Classic The post How to Streamline Your Lightroom Workflow to Save Hours appeared first on Light Stalking.
- Amazon Releases AI-Generated Image Platformby Kehl Bayern on 29th November 2023 at 22:32
The AI game just got a new, major player in the form of one of the world’s largest e-commerce websites. That’s right, Amazon is joining, well, everyone in the race to dominate commercial photography via artificial intelligence. Similar to other platforms, Titan Image Generator can accomplish a range of tasks based on the user’s specification The post Amazon Releases AI-Generated Image Platform appeared first on Light Stalking.
- Case-Study: How I Took And Edited This Image Of The Tyne Bridgeby Jason Row on 29th November 2023 at 01:00
One of the very first images that I took with my new (to me) Fujifilm GFX50s was the one you see below. It was part of a series of photos shot pre and post-sunrise shots taken on the banks of the River Tyne in September 2023. The photo is, in my opinion, one of the The post Case-Study: How I Took And Edited This Image Of The Tyne Bridge appeared first on Light Stalking.
- UK Government Presses Pause on Adobe and Figma Dealby Kehl Bayern on 29th November 2023 at 00:38
“Don’t count your chickens before they’ve hatched” the old adage goes and, as far as Adobe and Figma’s potential deal, it is looking to be increasingly appropriate when describing that situation. That’s because the UK government just stepped in and called a halt to the whole thing, arguing that such a move could “harm the The post UK Government Presses Pause on Adobe and Figma Deal appeared first on Light Stalking.
- Adobe adds impressive new AI technology to its Lightroom ecosystemby NONE@imaging-resource.com on 18th April 2023 at 14:30
Adobe has announced significant updates to its entire Lightroom ecosystem, including the popular Lightroom on desktop, Lightroom Classic, and Adobe Camera Raw applications. Many new features rely upon improved artificial intelligence (AI) technology, which has been a major focus of Adobe's for a few years now, with all its apps receiving more sophisticated AI-powered features seemingly with every major release. The primary new features of Lightroom include expanded Adaptive Presets, new masking tools for Select People,... (read more)
- Nikon announces Nikkor Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR ultra wide angle zoom lensby NONE@imaging-resource.com on 18th April 2023 at 13:00
Nikon has fully revealed a new ultra-wide angle zoom lens for APS-C (DX-format) Nikon Z mirrorless cameras. The Nikkor Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR lens is the widest DX-format lens in Nikon's Z system, and the company's first power-zoom (PZ) lens since the Nikon 1 Series PD lenses. The Z 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 lens was first revealed when Nikon added it to its lens roadmap last fall, although, at that time, only the focal length was known. Today, Nikon has unveiled all the details of its newest lens, including release and pricing... (read more)
- Leica announces M11 Monochrom, a 60-megapixel camera built for black and white photographyby NONE@imaging-resource.com on 13th April 2023 at 14:45
It's a glorious time for black-and-white photography enthusiasts. Hot on the heels of Ricoh announcing the Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome, Leica has announced a new monochrome camera, the Leica M11 Monochrom. The M11 Monochrom is a digital rangefinder sporting a 60-megapixel full-frame backside-illuminated monochromatic image sensor. This is the same resolution as the standard color Leica M11 camera, and the M11 Monochrom also features the same multi-resolution functionality, allowing users to swap between 18, 36, and... (read more)
- Adobe at NAB 2023: Major updates to Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Frame.ioby NONE@imaging-resource.com on 13th April 2023 at 13:00
Adobe has announced major updates to Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Frame.io, further expanding the performance and usability of its applications and services for videographers, video editors, and photographers. Adobe Premiere Pro adds AI-powered text-based editing Looking first at Premiere Pro, the popular video editing app has long utilized artificial intelligence (AI) to speed up the workflow for its users. The newest version of Premiere Pro takes that even further with Adobe Sensei-powered text-based editing. Adobe... (read more)
- Pentax announces the world’s only DSLR designed exclusively for black and white photographyby NONE@imaging-resource.com on 12th April 2023 at 22:00
Ricoh Imaging has announced the Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome. The new DSLR combines many of the features of the company's flagship APS-C DSLR, the K-3 III, with a newly developed monochromatic image sensor, making it the world's only DSLR designed for black and white imagery. "The concept of a monochrome-specific digital SLR camera attracted a great deal of attention and interest from photographers who participated in an online fan event held in November 2021," says Ken Curry, president of Ricoh Imaging Americas. Curry... (read more)
- Photo contest website VIEWBUG partners with Michael J. Fox Foundation to fight Parkinson’sby NONE@imaging-resource.com on 11th April 2023 at 13:00
VIEWBUG has announced a social mission and fundraising campaign to raise awareness and money for the Michael J. Fox Foundation, a leading foundation fighting against Parkinson's disease. VIEWBUG is an ecosystem of more than 4 million creators designed to create a personal space for photographers of all skill levels to share their work, grow, get exposure, and get rewarded via daily photo contests. The new fundraising campaign is available to all photographers, even if they don't have a VIEWBUG account (it's free to join, by the... (read more)
- Party like it's 1992: Lomography LomoChrome '92 film review
I shot two 35mm rolls of LomoChrome '92: one with an Olympus Stylus Epic and the other with a Nikon FM2. This photo, lightly processed to taste in Lightroom Classic, was snapped with the latter. …
- What Sony's gridline update tells us about the future of cameras
Sony's gridline update adds up to four customizable grids to which users can add color codes and apply transparency masks. Photo: Sony Earlier this week, Sony announced a $150 update to bring cus …
- iPhone 15 Plus sample gallery: Does resolution compensate for fewer photo options?
$(document).ready(function() { SampleGalleryV2({"containerId":"embeddedSampleGallery_9046721848","galleryId":"9046721848","isEmbeddedWidget":true, …
- Eight years after being announced, Kodak's Super 8 movie camera will finally ship in December
Photo: Kodak As reported last week by The Verge, Eastman Kodak's Motion Picture division – not to be confused with Kodak Alaris, which sell photographic film – will finally release the Kodak Supe …
- Landscape composition: Beyond landscape
What does this beautiful Celebes crested macaque have to do with landscape composition? How would you think about the composition here regarding the principles introduced in this series? Canon 5D4, Ca …
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