So there I was, at one of my favorite places in Santa Cruz going over photos from a special event. When a member of the surfing community dies, the custom has become to celebrate and remember via a paddle out with friends and family. I found the image I was
Let’s face it: while film photography is no longer mainstream, it remains a popular for its unique and timeless look. We only have to look at the abundance of retro and nostalgic presets out there. But, as any film photographer will tell you, there’s more to it than just the look and
As many of you know, I own many iPhone cases (and cages) for my iPhone 13 Pro. The truth is there isn’t any ONE perfect case or cage. Picking the right case or cage depends on what your goals are. Sometimes it depends on what your goals are for one
The Niko Camera Sling 3.0 is the newest camera bag release from Chrome Industries. Marketed for urban, on-the-go photographers, this bag has a revamped design with plenty of organizational features. The Niko Camera Sling 3.0 has a cross-body strap with a quick tightening and releasing system allowing fast access to
The mountains hold a special place for creative minds, especially for landscape photographers. There’s something poetic about capturing their grandeur, both in scale and impact. I can definitely see it in projects like the “Peak Hour” by Budapest-based freelance photographer and Sony Alpha Ambassador Gabor Nagy. I consider it a
Welcome to Shutter Notes, our weekly community feature. Shutter Notes gives you the chance to get to know our community members a bit better. Each member will share a little bit about themselves and an image they’ve chosen. Sarah Johnson is a stay-at-home mom of two. She became interested in
Looking to switch to LUMIX cameras or add some lenses to your tool kit? Amazon’s latest Panasonic deals are surely a treat for you! This is especially the case if you’ve been considering going mirrorless with the small yet capable LUMIX S5 after checking our long-term review. Likewise, some popular and
It’s time to make your voice heard! Each week, we ask a question of our readers so we know what sort of content to produce more of. Your input helps us make Photofocus better. This week, we want to know what brand of camera is your go-to. What do you
Watch any YouTube influencer or visit countless blogs, and you’ll find that many influencers will tell you that unless you shoot with a full-frame camera, you’re just wrong. However, what we know and preach here at Photofocus is that all cameras — and the sensors they employ — have specific
Think of the monopod as one leg of a tripod, and your legs as the other two. Your hands and arms provide additional support, keeping the monopod steady. Using the one sounds easy, right? But it does take some practice. Here are a few tips to help you get good
Astrophotography season is finally here! Now, If you want to break into astrophotography, you’ll need a camera that’s out of this world! Fortunately, there are some stunning options that won’t destroy your wallet. Astrophotography can be challenging; however, it is perhaps the most rewarding photography genre. There are many moving
Is photography your love and passion? Do you have so many photos that it’s difficult to figure out how to find your best ones? Not to worry! In the above video, Rich Harrington walks you through how to use AfterShoot and Mylio to get your photo library organized. Not only
