The light meter in our camera's only read light bouncing off the subject. They can't read color or flash (unless it's from its own speedlight.) They also can't read light falling on the subject also know as "incident" measurement. Incident flash meters run from a low end of $200.00 to $750.00 for a pro version. Color meters are really pricey at $1700.00. Which brings me to a new incident meter that connects to iOS & Android smartphones via bluetooth. Introducing the Illuminati Meter Illuminati Instruments introduced a compact incident … [Read more...] about This Changes Everything, How to Accurately Meter Light-Flash-Color from Your Smartphone
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Lightroom Mobile Update: RAW HDR’s for iPhone and Android
Lightroom Mobile is far and away my most used app on my phone and iPad, and Adobe have just suped it up even more. The latest version of the app adds power to the integrated camera by unlocking the ability to shoot RAW HDR from within the app. That means you'll have greater control over the colors and tones of the pictures captured on your mobile device. And yes, this is for both iOS on Apple phones and for Android (affected models are listed below). The thing that blows my mind is that this app continues to be included with your Creative … [Read more...] about Lightroom Mobile Update: RAW HDR’s for iPhone and Android
My New Favorite Photo App: PhotoSync
As photographers, naturally we probably take more pictures then the general public with our smart phone for even everyday events. I doubt there's been a day I have not taken some picture about a life event whether minor or major in ...well I have no idea how long. I've been itching to figure out a good way to back up my memories. In way, it's a modern day journal of life. My phone keeps tracks of my kids, my home life, my relationships, and the world around me. How can I store, save, organize my life of photos and videos? After asking this … [Read more...] about My New Favorite Photo App: PhotoSync
Android Users: Meet Lightroom Mobile
Adobe Lightroom mobile is a companion app to Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5. The app is FREE if you have one of the following plans: Adobe Creative Cloud Photography plan Creative Cloud Photoshop Photography Program Creative Cloud complete plan Creative Cloud Student and Teacher Edition Creative Cloud for teams complete plan Or, you can download and sign up for a free 30-day trial of Lightroom mobile. Once the free 30-day trial expires, Lightroom mobile will require a Creative Cloud membership. Extend Your Workflow Beyond the Desktop By … [Read more...] about Android Users: Meet Lightroom Mobile
Lightroom Mobile Released for Android Phones
Lightroom Mobile was just released today for Android phones. We're working up our review shortly, but here's some info for those of you who've been anxiously waiting. The release is specifically for Android phones (and won't work with all Android phones). You'll need Android 4.1 or up. Key Features Here's what you can expect to get. Access images in your Lightroom catalog Make selects, reject unworthy photos Apply a preset Fine tunes images using the Basic panel Import photos directly from the Gallery Tech Notes Lightroom Mobile … [Read more...] about Lightroom Mobile Released for Android Phones
How to Post Instagram Photos Directly to Twitter
Back in the day, Instagram photos used to show up in our Twitter feed. That changed several months after Instagram was bought by Facebook in April of 2012, and . Instead, if a photo is shared through Twitter, it is linked to the photo on Instagram instead of being embedded into your tweet. Instagram is the number one way that I (and millions of other people) share mobile photos. For those of us with linked Twitter accounts, the bottom line is that more people are less likely to see the photo if they have to click a link to view it. But alas! … [Read more...] about How to Post Instagram Photos Directly to Twitter
How to Transfer Mobile Photos to Lightroom using Dropbox
If you're like me, you probably take a lot of photos and video with your mobile phone. The images I get with my iPhone are what I call my "memory" images; they're not always the most pretty, but they document and record the things that are most important to me. Because of this, I want to make sure that I save these photos on my Drobo, where I know they will be safe and secure from hard-drive failure. Here is how I regularly import my iPhone images to Lightroom. 1. Create an account with Dropbox (or file-storing cloud service of your … [Read more...] about How to Transfer Mobile Photos to Lightroom using Dropbox
iBlazr LED Flash for Smartphones and Tablets – Mini Review
iBlazr is a small (about one inch square) LED Flash that works (to some degree) on any smart phone or tablet. It can even mount (via a cold shoe) on any still or video camera, providing the worlds smallest LED flash and/or hot light. The package comes with the iBlazr LED flash, a diffuser, a USB charger, a carrying bag and a cold shoe mount. In other words, the makers don't nickel and dime you for all the little odds and ends that just should (and do) come with the unit. iBlazr has a built-in rechargeable 130mAh battery that can be charged … [Read more...] about iBlazr LED Flash for Smartphones and Tablets – Mini Review
Photo Face Off: iPhone 6 vs Android
iPhone Day! Yesterday, I woke up at 6AM morning to head over to the Apple Store at Pioneer Place in Portland, OR. It was "iPhone Day" after all and there was a 128GB silver iPhone 6 Plus with my name on it somewhere in that store. Fortunately, I successfully preordered mine last Friday and somehow managed to be the very first person in the Reservations line, whereas the line for the day-of purchasers literally wrapped around the entire city block. But based on the global news reporting on this launch, no one should be surprised. The Face Off … [Read more...] about Photo Face Off: iPhone 6 vs Android
Thoughts on Smartphone Usage
Evgenia Tiplyashina Last week, we ran a poll on smartphone usage by photographers. If you haven't voted, we'd love to hear your opinion (click here). We're trying to better understand how photographers view smartphones. The Results So Far The results so far are quite interesting (people were allowed to vote on multiple choices, but only one time total). Here's where it breaks down (with my editorial analysis included). I Use It If It's The Only Camera I Have 31.17% No surprises here. A photographer will not let the moment escape. If a tool … [Read more...] about Thoughts on Smartphone Usage
Adobe Releases Update to Photoshop Express
Recently Adobe announced updates to its popular IOS app Photoshop Express. However, some changes to this app have been deemed controversial and it has seemed to upset more than just a few users. The current app rating for the new version has only a 2-star rating in the App Store. The significant changes in the look and design, many users felt they lost the filters and extras they paid. This isn't actually true though, they were just renamed. However, some of the free effects in the previous version are now part of paid effects in this … [Read more...] about Adobe Releases Update to Photoshop Express
Nikon Shooters: How to Always Carry Your Camera Manual
You've probably heard Scott Bourne insist that all camera owners should read their camera manual from cover to cover. While I agree with his opinion that this is the best way to learn about your investment in gear, it isn't always practical. After all, the manual takes up space and adds weight in your camera bag. Well, just like airline pilots who are switching to electronic manuals, so can photographers. Sure you can of course search a manufacturers site and save a PDF to your device for viewing, but Nikon went several steps … [Read more...] about Nikon Shooters: How to Always Carry Your Camera Manual
A Cool Phone App for Panoramic Photos (Even 360˚ Shots)
I just wrapped up two days in the desert shooting panoramic and time-lapse shots (much more to come). It was a part of two projects (some new training for Lynda.com which will be out soon and my NAB workshop). While in the field I had a chance to try out some new phone apps. One of the one's I put through the paces is 360 Panorama by Occipital. The app is available for both iOS and Android for only 99. It behaves in a way similar to Microsoft's Photosynth, but works very fast with excellent automatic clean-up and blending. Once you press … [Read more...] about A Cool Phone App for Panoramic Photos (Even 360˚ Shots)
Photoshop for iPhone and Android Now Shipping
Follow Rich on Twitter Photoshop Touch just made the jump from tablet only to iPhone and Android smartphones. Many have been anxious for this day (almost a year since the tablet version shipped). Photoshop Touch is now available for $4.99 USD (compared to $9.99 USD for the tablet). Android Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or higher iOS iOS 5 or higher iPhone 4S or higher iPod Touch (5th Generation or later) Features Photoshop features. Mobile Convenience. Core Photoshop features like layers, advanced selection tools, adjustments and … [Read more...] about Photoshop for iPhone and Android Now Shipping
My Five Favorite Android Phone Photo Apps
While I prefer the iPhone 5, I use a Samsung Galaxy S3 every day. The camera is on par with the iPhone 5 camera. There are tons of apps for each phone. But I decided to do a post just on the Android apps because I use them more often right now. I am not saying these are the five BEST Android apps for your camera phone. But they are MY favorites. Your mileage may vary. 1. GoPro App I use my GoPro Hero cameras every week and I find the App makes the use of these cameras very valuable. http://www.gopro.com 2. Snapseed I love the easy way this … [Read more...] about My Five Favorite Android Phone Photo Apps
My Favorite Android Phone Photo Gallery App
Two days ago, I posted a review of the Samsung Galaxy S3 from a photographer's point of view. I received more than 100 messages, tweets and emails from people calling me an idiot (or worse) saying I should be smart enough to know how to drag and drop files from the S3 to my desktop. Actually. It's them that are the - well I won't use the adjectives they used to describe me - I'll just say "incorrect individuals." The Samsung Galaxy S3 doesn't support USB drag and drop on Macs. Period. So I went looking for an easy way to get my photos on … [Read more...] about My Favorite Android Phone Photo Gallery App
