Photography News

Premium vs Value: Which 35mm Lens Reigns Supreme?

FStoppers - Fri 9 May 2025 3:03pm

Third-party lenses are challenging established brands with impressive performance at lower price points, making the choice more complex than ever before. Here's a look at two fantastic 35mm lenses.

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The Distinctions Between Good and Great Photographers

FStoppers - Fri 9 May 2025 2:03pm

Creating exceptional photos requires more than technical skills or expensive equipment. The difference between good and great photography often comes down to fundamental creative principles that transform ordinary images into compelling visual stories.

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Beyond Basic Edits: Mastering Photoshop on Your iPhone

FStoppers - Fri 9 May 2025 1:03pm

The new Photoshop app for iPhone brings professional-level editing capabilities to your pocket, allowing for sophisticated adjustments without ever touching a desktop computer.

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Travel Light, Shoot Heavy: We Review the Falcam TreeRoot Quick Lock Lite Tripod

FStoppers - Thu 8 May 2025 10:03pm

With so many carbon fiber travel tripods on the market, it's hard to know which is right for you. However, Falcam has just released its latest TreeRoot tripod, which will turn some heads.

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Convenience That Can Go a Long Way: A Look at the Tilta Portable Camera Battery Charging Case

FStoppers - Thu 8 May 2025 8:03pm

Getting ready for a shoot or a trip can be quite a chore, especially when you have a lot of batteries to charge. But what if a $29 charging case can make that easier for you?

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Is This the Be-All, End-All Lens for Sony Wedding Photographers?

FStoppers - Thu 8 May 2025 5:03pm

It seems that the major manufacturers are hell-bent on making prime lenses obsolete, or at least it seems that way with Sony's release of the new FE 50-150mm f/2 GM lens. Should wedding photographers bite?

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The Fujifilm X-M5: Small Camera, Big Surprises

FStoppers - Thu 8 May 2025 3:03pm

Few cameras have faced as much early criticism—and then surprised everyone—as the Fujifilm X-M5. What seemed like a limited update at first glance has revealed itself to be a compelling choice, particularly if you're looking for professional video capabilities in a tiny, affordable package.

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Achieve a Moody Blue Look in Lightroom: Step-by-Step Guide

FStoppers - Thu 8 May 2025 2:03pm

The way you edit photographs significantly shapes their visual impact. Using Lightroom's tools strategically helps turn ordinary shots into distinctive images worth sharing.

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Fujifilm’s GFX100RF: Compact Body, Huge Resolution

FStoppers - Thu 8 May 2025 1:03pm

Fujifilm’s new GFX100RF medium format camera combines a massive 102-megapixel sensor with compact form factor and fixed lens design. Its portability and sensor size position it uniquely among high-resolution cameras.

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Why Following Wedding Photography Trends Might Be Hurting Your Career

FStoppers - Wed 7 May 2025 10:03pm

Have you ever felt torn between staying true to your creative vision and jumping on the latest wedding photography trend? As a wedding photographer, it’s a dilemma I face daily. With the market constantly shifting—especially in a destination like Tuscany—it’s tempting to follow the trend of the moment. But what if I told you that blindly following trends might be the very thing that's holding you back from reaching your full potential as a photographer?

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Why Your Real Estate Images Need Better Natural Light

FStoppers - Wed 7 May 2025 9:03pm

Effectively using natural light in real estate photography isn’t just about getting bright photos—it taps into psychological responses that can make your images immediately more appealing. Good use of natural light draws attention and enhances spatial awareness, making spaces feel inviting and attractive to potential buyers.

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Canon Autofocus: Master Your Camera’s Advanced Features

FStoppers - Wed 7 May 2025 8:03pm

Autofocus settings have become incredibly sophisticated on Canon's latest mirrorless cameras, like the EOS R1 and R5 Mark II. Knowing how to harness these powerful autofocus features can significantly improve your photography, especially when you're shooting fast-moving subjects like athletes.

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VE80: War Mechanic and Amateur Photographer’s Unseen 1940s World War II Photographs

FStoppers - Wed 7 May 2025 5:03pm

Eighty years after the end of the Second World War, and in commemoration of VE80, I’m sharing a never-before-seen collection of images taken by my grandfather during his service as a British Army mechanic.

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Editing Landscapes Faster With Lightroom’s Latest Update

FStoppers - Wed 7 May 2025 3:03pm

Adobe has just released a Lightroom update with a new landscape masking feature designed to streamline your editing workflow. If you frequently edit landscape photos, this update is worth exploring for its practical improvements.

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Dodging and Burning Using Only Lightroom

FStoppers - Wed 7 May 2025 2:03pm

Dodging and burning can dramatically change how your final image turns out, enhancing depth and guiding attention to key areas. Mastering this technique in Lightroom is not only possible but straightforward enough to become an essential part of your workflow.

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Visual Storytelling Secrets From 'The Untouchables'

FStoppers - Wed 7 May 2025 1:03pm

Brian De Palma’s The Untouchables isn't your average gangster movie. It’s visually compelling, tightly shot, and filled with moments photographers can learn from about cinematic storytelling.

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Three Easy Steps for Creating Star Trails in Adobe Photoshop

FStoppers - Tue 6 May 2025 10:03pm

Star trails are magical. They show the apparent movements of the stars over a long period of time, a result of the rotation of the Earth. And even better, they're easy to photograph and process in Adobe Photoshop!

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Is Sigma's 300-600mm f/4 Your Ideal Super-Telephoto Lens?

FStoppers - Tue 6 May 2025 9:03pm

The Sigma 300-600mm f/4 DG OS Sports Lens is filling a noticeable gap between typical telephoto zooms and ultra-expensive super telephoto primes. If you've been struggling to find a high-quality lens without reaching into the $10,000-plus range, Sigma's latest offering might be precisely what you're looking for.

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Setting Up Successful Model Collaborations

FStoppers - Tue 6 May 2025 8:03pm

If you're serious about improving your photography, scheduling regular test shoots with models—without money exchanging hands—is necessary. Learning how to handle these arrangements correctly saves you from wasted effort and awkward situations.

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Meet the Roller Bag That Actually Delivers

FStoppers - Tue 6 May 2025 5:03pm

Whether you're a travel or commercial photographer, getting your bag around the airport or to your next shoot can get annoying—if only there were a bag that made traveling a little easier.

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