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If you’ve dreamt about editing and retouching on a large screen with a pen, this might be the perfect time to achieve that because new-generation pen displays have arrived, and they’re now as good as, or probably even better than, your computer monitor.

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I entered the field and profession of photography in 1978, having worked as a photographer’s assistant for two years. While working as a photographic assistant in a very busy portrait commercial studio, there was an opportunity to learn some of the ins and outs of running and managing a professional studio—things like scheduling sessions, making sure work was delivered in a timely manner, ensuring payment was received on time, managing staff, marketing, etc. There was so much more I needed to know about running a photographic business than simply creating usable, saleable, even stunningly beautiful images.

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In 2025, Pentax is no longer shaping the mainstream camera conversation. Canon, Nikon, Sony, and Fujifilm dominate the industry’s attention, while Olympus has reinvented itself as OM System and Panasonic has carved a strong reputation with its video-centric shooters. Pentax, meanwhile, has taken a quieter path. Instead of chasing trends, it has remained stubbornly dedicated to DSLRs, releasing incremental updates while others pour resources into mirrorless innovation. To outsiders, it looks like Pentax is stuck in the past. To insiders, that refusal to change is the very reason they remain loyal.

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While new lenses aim for perfection, many think they are too sterile. The flaws of vintage glass have become unexpectedly sought after. The problem is that shooting with them is an expensive and impractical endeavor. This new plugin for DaVinci Resolve aims to solve this problem. Can it deliver?

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Most photographers imagine their kit as a toolbox: an ultra wide for sweeping scenes, a zoom for everyday life, a telephoto for reach, and maybe a fast prime for creative flair. That setup promises flexibility. But what if the very act of having so many choices is holding you back?

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Photographers talk a lot about cameras, lenses, and lighting, but the truth is, most of the mistakes that cost you money come from the business side. Misunderstandings about taxes, pricing, and what it means to be a professional can quietly drag your career down if you don’t deal with them.

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Viltrox has just released a new contender in the mini-flash market, and I tested the new Viltrox Spark Z3 TTL on-Camera Mini Flash ahead of its release. I was excited to add some fun back into my photography. What I didn’t expect was for this cool cyberpunk-looking mini flash to win me over so much that I can’t stop talking about it. In this review, I will demonstrate why, as I put this pocket-sized flash through its paces.

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Sigma’s 35mm f/1.2 DG II Art trims real weight and bulk while promising cleaner optics and quicker autofocus than the first version. If you rely on a fast 35mm for portraits, events, or video, this kind of update changes how long it stays on the camera, how backgrounds melt at f/1.2, and how reliably focus lands in low light.

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Two bright APS-C primes with a reputation for bold styling and fast glass get a workout in the real world in this helpful video review. The focus is practical: how f/1.2 affects autofocus, handling, and day-to-day shooting .

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