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CINEPEER Weebill 3E: The best budget gimbal?

The world of videography is ever-evolving, with new gadgets and tools continually being introduced to help filmmakers achieve professional results. One such tool is the gimbal, a device that stabilizes cameras for smooth, cinematic shots. The CINEPEER Weebill 3E is generating buzz as a top contender in the budget gimbal

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Get creative in your own backyard

Here in Down Under, it’s officially winter. It’s cold (down to 0°C in the mornings), but instead of just cold, wet and grey, we have clear skies and sunshine. It’s a little weird, but I’m sure the rain will be back. Meanwhile, I decided to grab the Thypoch Simera 28mm

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Andrea with clamshell lighting

Creating beautiful portraits with clamshell lighting

There are lots of different lighting styles out there to choose from. But when it comes to simple, beautiful portraits, it’s hard to go past clamshell lighting. What is clamshell lighting? Clamshell lighting is a simple, two-light setup. Place both lights facing your subject at a 45-degree angle, have your key

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Deal alert: Get star-spangled savings from B&H! 

Got something big planned for July 4th? Better double-check your photography gear to make sure you’re ready to capture the celebrations! In case you’re missing a lens, an accessory, a camera bag, or even a secondary camera, B&H has you covered with some star-spangled deals! For starters, we handpicked a

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Avian photography practice with backyard birds

Getting comfortable with your gear and settings is the first step to achieving stronger avian photography. This genre depends on learning bird behavior, reaction time and proper camera settings. You know the saying, “Can you tell me how to get to Carnegie Hall?” “Practice, practice practice!” So, out to the

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Adobe AI Generative Remove in Lightroom got rid of this museum goer at MoMA in NYC

Adobe AI tools don’t scare me

And they shouldn’t scare you either. Adobe’s new AI-powered tools in Photoshop, Premiere Pro and other applications get things done faster. Imagine using the Clone Stamp tool to take the person out of the scene in the photo above. It took about 30 seconds using Adobe AI Generative Remove in

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Using a $100 vs $1,399 camera for street photography

Previously, we looked the Sony NEX-5 as a budget-friendly camera for anyone looking to jumpstart their photography journey. This time, let’s explore this compact camera from a street photography perspective, through a comparison with Sony’s latest mirrorless camera, the Sony a6700. Released 13 years apart and with a huge price gap, the better

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Dehancer Film Emulation software review

If you are looking for good film emulators for editing your photos (and video), why not check out Dehancer? It’s simple to install (has great instructions) and is super easy to use. It comes with 63 film effects and even more presets, plus you can edit from scratch and make

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Color toning for vintage looks in Silver Efex

NIK Collection’s Silver Efex Pro is a renowned plugin for crafting stunning black and white conversions. But did you know this versatile tool holds a secret weapon for vintage toning enthusiasts as well? Silver Efex Pro boasts a powerful color toning suite, unlocking a world of vintage aesthetics and creative

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Creating a DIY lightbox

Looking for a fun photography project you can try at home? Why not make your a DIY lightbox? It doesn’t require very much, and you may already have most of what is required at home. Using a macro lens and a slice of orange (fresh and dried), I captured some

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