This is why you should be excited about the soon to be announced new Sigma FE lens!!!

Our trusted sources told us that Sigma will announce the first FE lens this summer. And it will be a new 35mm f/1.4 FE autofocus lens. And Sigma will also another zoom FE lens shortly after. And why is this exciting news? Because Sigma makes lenses that are on par or even better than the […] The post This is why you should be excited about the soon to be announced new Sigma FE lens!!! appeared first on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »

2017-6-8 16:42

Why Brad Pitt’s GQ Photoshoot Feels So… Wrong

In this critical look at photographer Ryan McGinley’s recent photo shoot with Brad Pitt, photographer Ian Wong examines why he believes McGinley’s style is just not suited to celebrity portraiture work—an insightful look at what works (and what doesn’t) in pop culture photography. petapixel.com »

2017-6-8 22:19

Sarah Meyohas: Why This Artist Photographed 10,000 Roses

The concept for Cloud of Petals came to Sarah Meyohas in a dream about roses and pixels. Could a computer program be trained to create digital rose petals more or less indistinguishable from real ones? thephoblographer.com »

2017-6-7 10:00

Why You Should Try Soaking 35mm Film in Ramen Soup

Submerging your film in liquid might not seem like a good idea, but when done properly it’s a photography technique that can garnish unexpectedly beautiful results. Without any post-processing work, you can get a distorted effect with vivid streaks of color and interesting textures. petapixel.com »

2017-6-7 23:14

Constructive Pessimism: Why Artists Are Never Happy

In this great video from DSLR Guide, Simon Cade talks about discontentment: how it can be harnessed as a fuel to keep driving forward, and as a signpost to assure that you’re on the right track. All creatives know the feeling of that spark when ideas just flow, and the thrill that comes with just […] petapixel.com »

2017-5-24 22:33

Why I Only Use One Lens

After many years of experience using different lenses, I now have resorted to only using a single prime lens. I started with a 50mm, then added an 85mm, 35mm, 100mm, and 28mm to my collection, and I’ve played around with zooms. petapixel.com »

2017-5-24 18:56

5 Reasons Why the Leica Q is a Perfect Camera for Street Photography

When street photographer Robin Schimko made the leap and purchased a Leica Q in 2015, he was hesitant. The price was steep, and the fixed lens made it a “glorified point-and-shoot. ” And yet, it has become his unequivocal favorite. petapixel.com »

2017-5-9 23:07

The Star Eater Issue: Why I No Longer Recommend Sony Cameras for Astrophotography

Sony makes excellent cameras. In the last few years, they launched a completely new full frame camera system that has pushed the bounds of digital photography. I switched entirely to Sony gear after first seeing the tremendous low-light capability of their a7S and have enjoyed many outings shooting astrophotography on many different Sony camera bodies […] petapixel.com »

2017-5-4 18:07

Is Photography the Best Educator? Here’s Why I Think So

It’s been said that in 2017, everyone is a photographer, and from the unrelenting firehose of pictures that fill every inch of digital real estate and social media these days, I can see why folks would think that. petapixel.com »

2017-4-20 21:03

3 Reasons Why You Aren’t Taking Better Photos

No matter your current skill level, you could (and should) always be getting better. And if you ever find yourself in a creative rut—as we all do from time to time—watch this video. Photographer and filmmaker Peter McKinnon thinks he knows why you’re struggling, and how to get out. McKinnon’s latest video might ruffle some […] petapixel.com »

2017-4-13 23:57

Why Retouchers Don’t Get Paid (and What They Can Do About It)

I recently saw yet another story on Facebook where a retoucher got screwed by a client. It’s always sad to see this happen. Over the years, I have managed to build a ripping-off-proof on-boarding and payment workflow to make sure I never end up in that kind of situation. The Story It usually goes something […] petapixel.com »

2017-4-13 20:24

Why Our Attachment to the Past is Hindering the Future of Photography

There’s a very succinct analogy by Marshall McLuhan, summing up our society’s focus on the past: “We look at the present through a rear-view mirror. We march backwards into the future.” McLuhan was referring to technology, but his observation works just as well in the context of modern-day photography: Even as technology reshapes it, we […] petapixel.com »

2017-4-6 19:23

TODAY Show Demonstrates Why Train Track Photography is So Dangerous

At least once per month, we hear about someone else—a photographer, photo shoot subject, sometimes just kids messing around—who was struck and killed while taking pictures on train tracks. And this weekend, the TODAY show demonstrated how these massive machines are able to “sneak up” on people. We published our latest story of a train […] petapixel.com »

2017-4-4 17:41

Why Sharpness is Overrated

“Sharpness is a bourgeois concept. ” – Henri Cartier-Bresson 1. Softer lenses often have more soul I remember when I started digital photography; the sharper the photo, the better. In reality, a sharper photo is not a better photo. petapixel.com »

2017-4-4 00:36

Why the Technical Stuff Matters

Along with normal how-to articles and essays, I’ve always liked reading and writing very technical, nitty-gritty articles about photography—sometimes, articles on topics that rarely come up while actually taking pictures. petapixel.com »

2017-4-1 19:13

Why Gear Matters: A Video Response to Art of Photography

A couple of weeks ago, Ted Forbes of The Art of Photography released a well-received video called WHY GEAR DOESN’T MATTER. This rebuttal, posted by Marc Falzon over at Analog Process, is one of the best arguments for how and why gear DOES matter that we’ve seen. petapixel.com »

2017-3-29 19:47

Every Day Feels Like Holiday To Me. I’ll Tell You Why!

Have you ever caught yourself sitting in your office chair, wondering: what am I doing to my life? Have you ever dreamed about pursuing your hobby but you think you'll never make money out of it? Well, I have. boredpanda.com »

2017-3-23 01:53

The Theory Behind Why You’re Not Getting the Most From Scanned Film

The lead image of this blog post features a beautifully scanned negative of Kodak Portra 400. Looks really nice, right? Lots of photographers who get into analog film photography will then go about scanning their images to show them off online. thephoblographer.com »

2017-3-17 13:04

Why Professional Photography is ‘Worth It’

Being in the photography business successfully for 40 years has been an amazing journey and a great accomplishment for me. I believe that the people I meet are the best clients anyone could wish for. petapixel.com »

2017-3-10 22:14

Why manual lenses on the Sony a7 series are a smart choice (by Phillip Reeve)

The following is a guest post from Phillip Reeve Why manual lenses on the Sony a7 series are a smart choice Do you think about how to improve your kit to take better pictures? In this article I want to tell you why buying cheap manual lenses is often the smarter choice than spending a huge […] The post Why manual lenses on the Sony a7 series are a smart choice (by Phillip Reeve) appeared first on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »

2017-3-6 11:55

Why Wildlife Photography Matters

500px wildlife photographers share their insights.

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2017-3-3 18:26

Another Big Camera Store Fails: Why Are So Many Closing?

40 years ago, Bob Khoury and Warren Steinberg started selling used photo equipment out of a showcase in an Atlanta, Georgia, flea market. Soon they moved to a brick and mortar store which, to incorporate their earlier experience, they called Showcase. petapixel.com »

2017-3-3 20:17

Why I Love Wedding Photography

I’m a wedding photographer, and I love it. I don’t shoot anything else and I really don’t want to either. In all my career as a freelancer I have shot everything from boxing matches to restaurant interiors. petapixel.com »

2017-3-2 00:28

Why and How Fuji Cameras Produce a Strange Purple Flare/Grid Artifact

When FujiFilm’s X-Trans III sensor was introduced in the X-Pro2, many users began noticing a strange new artifact in their backlit photographs. Upon further experimentation, it became apparent that the same artifact could also be found in images from cameras using the older X-Trans II sensor. petapixel.com »

2017-2-23 21:14

Why Photographers Should Consider a Fluid Head for Their Tripod

Most still shooters use a ball head mount on their tripod, but photographer Hudson Henry wants you to reconsider. As he explains in the video above, using a fluid head built primarily for videographers will give you a lot more versatility. petapixel.com »

2017-2-21 23:35

5 Great Reasons Why Photographers Should Travel To Greenland Now

Find out what this incredible destination has to offer.

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2017-2-17 01:24

Why I Built a 90mm 45 Film Pinhole Camera

All photos and blog post by Julian L. Used with permission.   I first got into photography with a Kodak Instamatic 126 when I was about 5 or 6 years old. I absolutely loved it, it was magical to me at that age. thephoblographer.com »

2017-2-15 20:01

I Never Shoot Photos for Free, But This is Why I Did

One of the often recurring discussions among professional photographers is whether or not we should ever work for free. I’ve been known to rail against those who do and against clients who request free pictures… so why did I recently waive my own rule? A little background first: I describe myself as a corporate communications […] petapixel.com »

2017-2-12 23:42

Why Street Photography Matters in 2017

“Street photography is dead”, declare forum threads and thinkpieces far and wide. The Internet and phone cameras have watered the quality down. The uniformity of the modern world means nothing is interesting anymore. petapixel.com »

2017-2-10 23:11

Why You Should Never Underestimate the Power of Cropping

Most photographers don't realize the power of Cropping an image and instead just move on past it in their catalog. Go back and give it a try! thephoblographer.com »

2017-2-10 08:03

Why the Camera ‘Adds 10 Pounds’ to Photos of You

It’s often said that a camera adds 10 pounds to a person being photographed. SciShow made this 2-minute video exploring reasons why cameras play tricks on our eyes when it comes to apparent weight. petapixel.com »

2017-2-9 19:36

Protected: 6 Great Reasons why Photographers Should Travel to Greenland Now

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2017-1-31 01:24

This is Why Ultra High ISO is a Big Deal in Photography

Ultra high ISO with lots of noise… There’s a lot of buzz going around about the new Pentax KP with it’s maximum ISO of 819200. Every comment I read says ‘what’s the point’? Well, here are two benefits: late night framing and focus. petapixel.com »

2017-1-27 00:25

Why Black and White? Top Street Photographers Weigh In

This is a syndicated blog post from La Noir Image. Subscribe for as little as $15/year for this and a whole lot more. Lead photo by Rinzi Ruiz. Black and White tugs at everyone differently, but there is work that truly tugs at the hearts of everyone. It has the power to create interest from chaos, emphasizing thephoblographer.com »

2017-1-25 23:03

Rant: Why I Gave Up on Micro Four Thirds Once and for All

If you’re thinking about moving to Micro Four Thirds or buying the E-M1 Mark II, read this first… it may actually save you money and headaches down the line. For the past year and a half I have been shooting both the top of the range MFT and A7RII on professional assignments. Sadly, I often […] petapixel.com »

2017-1-21 01:07

This is Why You Should Post-Process Your Photography

I took the best photo of my life today. I came down from the mountain and loaded it up on my computer. When I brought the photos up on my screen, they were just trees. Bummer. But it felt so good; looked so good on my camera’s LCD. What’s the deal with that? Editor’s note: […] petapixel.com »

2017-1-5 19:06

Why Alps Are The Best Place To Practice Photography

As a photography lover I always look for new sparks in order to improve my technique: here in Northern Italy, it's enough to watch out of my window to see the beauty of the Alps. From winter to summer, this incredible mountain landscape, it's one of the best place where to practice photography and test new frames (in my personal opinion). boredpanda.com »

2016-12-28 13:28

10+ Reasons Why Lapland Is The Most Magical Place To Celebrate Christmas

Whether you're a simple tourist or a professional photographer, Lapland is a truly magical place to visit. Not only is it the home of the starry skies and dazzling Northern Lights, but it's also home to Santa Claus and his reindeer - making Lapland the ultimate go-to winter destination. boredpanda.com »

2016-12-13 11:20

Ep. 131: Why It’s Perhaps Best to Send Your Camera Away & more!

Episode 131 of the PetaPixel Photography Podcast. Download MP3 –  Subscribe via iTunes, Google Play or RSS! Featured: Robin Layton, Nikon Ambassador In This Episode If you subscribe to the PetaPixel Photography Podcast in iTunes, please take a moment to rate and review us and help us move up in the rankings so others interested in photography may find us. Sponsor: […] petapixel.com »

2016-12-8 13:16

Optical Slaves and Why They Belong in Your Camera Bag

There are unfortunately times when technology just lets us down. It’s not always because it inevitably breaks either: sometimes it is simply because every piece of gear has its strengths and weaknesses, and flash triggers are no exception. petapixel.com »

2016-12-1 22:07

(SR4) An info about why the 70-200mm GM and the new 24-105mm A-mount got delayed

I asked the source who gave me the correct A99II specs back in August when Sony will anounce the “rumored” new 24-105mm f/4.0 A-mount lens. He answered this: production is delayed because of shortage of 3 new ULD glasess + new technology, etc… He also added that it’s the same reason why the 70-200mm GM […] The post (SR4) An info about why the 70-200mm GM and the new 24-105mm A-mount got delayed appeared first on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »

2016-11-30 15:04

Quick Tip: This is Why You Can Move Adjustment Brush Edits in Lightroom

Here’s a very simple answer to a common question you’ve probably either asked, or been asked, about Lightroom adjustments: Why does Lightroom let you move adjustment brush edits? How is that even useful? Prolific photography teacher Scott Kelby answered the question—something he says he’s asked a lot—in this quick video by showing you why that […] petapixel.com »

2016-11-22 00:40

Teleconverter vs Crop Sensor: Why a Teleconverter is a Bad Decision

If you’re a wildlife photographer, always aiming for more reach without sacrificing sharpness or shutter speed, this is a question you’ve probably asked yourself: Is it better to use a full-frame camera with a teleconverter, or switch to a crop sensor camera instead? Photographer Steve Perry has your answer. Perry—who previously compared using a teleconverter […] petapixel.com »

2016-11-15 00:19

This is Why GoPro Recalled the Karma

GoPro announced a total recall of its new Karma drone yesterday, saying that the drone may lose power mid-flight and fall out of the sky. That’s exactly what owner Nicholas Kulick captured a few days ago in the 1-minute video above: his drone lost power and nearly fell on someone’s head. Note: the video contains […] petapixel.com »

2016-11-10 21:07

Eric Rossi Explains Why The Perfect Camera Will Never Be Made

Eric Rossi theorized that the reason why manufacturers have not created the "perfect camera" was because they wanted you to keep buying new cameras and lenses, hence generating continuous flow of sales and profit. thephoblographer.com »

2016-11-10 16:53

How (Not Why) I Switched from Canon to Sony, and Had Some Fun with It

I’ve been shooting Canon for the last 15 years and have finally made the decision to move on. The reasons are not really the focus of this article but rather my process for getting into a new system and making that process a creative one. Like many of you, I read spec sheets, listen to […] petapixel.com »

2016-11-5 02:36

Why The Golden Ratio Is Better Than The Rule Of Thirds

A long time ago I was a young art student, being told about the “Rule Of Thirds. ” I was told it’s one of the most important fundamentals of art and photography, as it helps you get the right composition in your images. petapixel.com »

2016-10-25 19:14

Ignoring the Rule of Thirds: When and Why ‘Bad’ Composition Works

For many advanced photographers, the rule of thirds is seen as something of a beginner’s trope or amateur construct, but learning how, why, and when to break it can be a challenge. This short episode of Brain Flick helps deconstruct that question and explain why and when “bad” compositions work. To be clear, not every […] petapixel.com »

2016-10-18 00:35

Why Does Sigma Still Make Cameras? Sigma CEO Blames ‘Zombie Father’

In a recent interview with LensVid at Photokina, Sigma’s CEO Kazuto Yamaki answered a question many have been asking for years: why does Sigma continue to make cameras when lenses are clearly their strong suit? The answer was … surprising. petapixel.com »

2016-10-13 01:24

Why You Still Should Own A Light Meter

Digital Photo Pro recently sat down with Sekonic rep, photographer, and educator Lorenzo Gasperini to discuss why light meters are still essential tools. Gasperini stresses the importance of using a meter and how it accurately informs him of what his exposure reading will reveal about what he’s getting in the highlights and shadows of his photograph. thephoblographer.com »

2016-10-3 15:03