In its simplest terms, ISO is your camera sensor’s sensitivity to light. As ISO numbers increase, so does the camera’s ability to capture more light. In bright, daylight conditions, you can use a low ISO value. For darker scenarios, you can up the ISO to increase the amount of light
In this episode of the Q&A Show, Ron Pepper and Rob Moroto answer questions about: Send us your questions for the Q&A Show at photofocus.com/questions Show notes: Also thank you to Photomatix, the leader in HDR photography, with version 7 coming soon! Have your questions answered on the show! Have a burning question that
Canon U.S.A., Inc., announced today the launch of new additions to its mirrorless camera lineup. The EOS R50 is a compact camera body designed for entry level users who want to step up their video work. Meanwhile, the EOS R8 is an extremely compact, full-frame camera aimed at advanced amateur
Let’s be real: Sometimes we’re working in cramped quarters and it can be tough. But don’t worry, we’ve got tricks for reflecting light to help make the most of even the smallest spaces! Reflectors and V-flats Reflectors and V-flats really can boost the ambient light and soften shadows. Small 5-in-1
I was so excited when I was recently sent two Lensbaby OMNI Filter kits — the Creative Filter System and the Crystal Expansion Pack. Both have become an absolute must-have for me! What are OMNI filters? What are OMNI Filters you ask? They are incredible shoot-through crystals that are specifically engineered
Photographing the night sky has become a passion for me. I was targeting the Comet c/2022 E-3 (ZTF) when it was at its brightest but it still was washed out by the moon. Still, I stayed out making images and used the Olympus Live Composite to get some star trails.
Want to try doing a fantasy photo shoot? One of the things you need to set up is the right portrait lighting to create or accentuate the right mood. If you’re planning to work in a studio, we have just the right tips and tricks video to inspire you! In
I truly believe that these lighting techniques are important in portrait photography. They help to create different moods and emphasize different facial features. They allow the photographer to control the direction and quality of light falling on the subject. As such, they allow you to shape your subject’s appearance and
I often see photographers misusing an important piece of gear, and it’s one of the simplest tools in your bag. Many lenses come with a lens hood, and right now I’ll show you why you have it and why you should be using it. What does a lens hood do?
If you’re a Lightroom user, you’ve probably come to love the latest updates in masking technology that have been released, (for an overview of these updates, click here). Thanks to AI technology, the ability to select subjects, skies, backgrounds and people is now as simple as clicking a button. However,
Let’s take a look at different types of lighting for portrait photography. The key is to know what type of portraits you want to photograph. The type of portrait, the mood and the requirement of the photo all play important roles in determining the best lighting setup for a portrait
I just returned from my dream trip — driving and photographing Route 66 from Chicago to Santa Monica. The trip was not a photography trip, per se. I traveled with two non-photographers. Except for the Grand Canyon, we did not organize our day for sunrises and sunsets. We also did
