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We Turned the Nikon Zf into a Street Photography Workhorse

I never thought that I'd say this, but some of the best lenses for the Nikon Zf aren't made by Nikon. They're made by Tamron and Sony. While we're reviewing the Nikon Zf, we've found that the lenses we received from Nikon weren't always the best for autofocusing.

A Tip for Those Who are New to Street Photography

Street photography often gets a lot of photographers nervous. They're nervous because they immediately shift their mind to the worst. What if someone is angry and attacks you? What if you accidentally take a photo of a child? Indeed, our minds hyperinflate the worst parts of it.

Stop Down For Better Results. TTArtisan 50mm F2 Review

It's not quite a pancake lens, but the TTArtisan 50mm f2 lens is almost compact enough to be called one. A little bigger than an artisanal macaron, the lens doesn't feel cheap in any way to hold. With a full metal body and clicked aperture ring, you'd be surprised to know that the lens retails for less than $70. But can it perform as well as it looks and feels?

How to Be Mentally Present for Street Photography

Lots of street photographers say that when they're out shooting that they're in the zone. That can be taken a whole bunch of different ways. But we've talked to countless photographers that feel that street photography is therapeutic to them.

A Pleasant Surprise. Meyer Optik 58mm F1.9 II Review

I've tested several Meyer Optik lenses. And they've never been easy to work with. They've also made perplexing decisions. But the Meyer Optik 58mm f1. 9 II is mostly different. It's easy to get it sharp wide open.

The Lust Is Real. Leica 35mm F1.4 Summilux ASPH Review

They're pricey, but they're often worth it. That's how I describe Leica lenses often. The Leica 35mm f1. 4 Summilux ASPH fits the bill in many ways. There's beautiful image quality, nice colors, it's small, well built, and there's a justified sense of prideful ownership.

The Phoblographer’s Guide to Zone Focusing Your Camera’s Lens

If you read or look at a number of tutorials on zone focusing, you'll see more or less lots of the same things about how to do it. But understanding the reasoning behind it all is much different. Zone focusing was used for many years before autofocus was invented and helped a number of photographers capture iconic images that still influence photographers today.

How to Master Zone Focus to Shoot Street Snaps of People

We can't stress enough how zone focus is one one of the most useful techniques in street photography, so allow us to share yet another resource to help you get the hang of it. In this video by Swedish photographer and media producer Mattias Burling, he shows us how the popular technique can be of great help to those who find photographing people out in the streets intimidating.

20 Foolproof Tips on How to Take Better Candid Portraits

First and foremost, candid portraits often require one of two things: either a lot of trust in the photographer or a really stealthy photographer that absolutely cannot be seen or heard. This is what many aspire to be: the fly on the wall.

Making the Most of a 24mm Lens for Photography

The 24mm lens: it's a classic focal length that for a very long time has been close to the hearts of many photographers. When I say many photographers, I'm really not kidding. There are great reasons why it's the wide angle of a 24-70mm lens and there are great 24mm lenses on the market that are fairly compact and high quality.

How to Create More Visually Interesting Street Photography

You've got the same fear that so many others have had: being way too afraid to take photos of people candidly on the street. I mean, what if they get angry and blow up on you? The good news is that it's not the end of the world and what you'll realize is that that moment is so small and fleeting that it won't really matter.

Review: The Hasselblad X1D for Street Photography

I like to work a scene when I'm out shooting the streets. I find a vibe or background or light or whatever that exudes life, and I drain every last drop of potential the hell out of it. In attempting to capture a split-second candid moment, it's absolutely critical that I use a camera that's quick, easy and inconspicuous.

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