Our top pick has a super fast f/1.4 maximum aperture, Special Low Dispersion glass, and is weather sealed for everyday pro use. [Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here.] This review will cover prime lenses first, and then consider zoom lenses that will also serve you well as a portrait lens....

Today, we’re going to show you the top 12 portable printers on the market. This is particularly useful for the traveling photographer who needs a printer to fit in a bag or even their pocket! I will guide you through a range of options. Some are serious printers capable of producing beautiful prints. And some are handheld, fun printers that let you enjoy your photographs on paper and not just in the digital world....

But if you have a taste for spontaneity, you’ll love the challenges of child photography. Luckily, many artists have mastered this niche and can inspire you on your journey to child portrait photography. In this article, we have collected 21 of the most influential child photographers across Instagram. Believe us, it’s worth following them! What is Child Portrait Photography The niche is self-explanatory. It involves taking portraits of children. However, it is not to be confused with newborn photography....

Tips for Better Outdoor Photography Avoid Midday Sun This is really rule number one, and it’s not just midday, I find it lasts from anywhere between 11am and 3pm. You basically can’t shoot in midday sun, and I’ll tell you why. When the sun is directly above us, it’s at it’s strongest, without the shade that is provided in earlier and later hours. There’s very little diffusion for the light, so your camera is just hit with this really harsh light that you can’t control....

1. Flat Lay Product Photography: Point Your Camera Straight Down Strictly speaking, flat lay photography requires that you position your camera at a 90-degree angle downwards. So if you take pictures at a 45-degree or even at a 75-degree angle, it isn’t considered flat lay. So how do you know if you’re shooting straight down? If you’re doing flat lay product photography without a tripod, you’ll need to watch your objects’ edges....

Canon’s L-series lenses have a well-deserved reputation for optical quality. And so they should, as they come with a hefty price tag. Does this Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS USM macro deserve the famous red ring of quality? Let’s take a closer look at this lens and see if it really is the best macro lens for your Canon camera. Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS USM Overview and Specifications It’s unlikely that we will see an update in the upcoming years....

There are now 20 Canon lenses for their RF-mount camera bodies. Just over half of those are L series lenses. Canon doesn’t paint a prestigious red line around any old piece of glass. And L series lenses come with a hefty price tag. So we can see that Canon takes their EOS R cameras and RF-mount lenses seriously. Our top pick is a compact, fast, and very popular focal length lens....

Deep Sky Stacker Tutorial: What is Deep Sky Stacker? Deep Sky Stacker is a free software that makes it easy to pre-process deep sky astrophotography. You can download it here. DSS is available for Windows. The most recent version is 64-bit only. But you can still download older 32-bit versions from the official website. Interface DSS is easy to use and the interface is simple and intuitive. The interface has seven main sections:...

But if you want to understand how a good photo is made, you might want to look at a course that covers the basics. Our review will tell you what we like about this course. We’ll look at what it covers and things it could do better. And we will tell you if we think it’s worth buying “Digital Camera Mastery,” so read on! Digital Camera Mastery: Who Is the Course For?...

Use Constant Light for Easy Food Photography Lighting A constant light stays on. It blankets your setup with a steady light source. The advantage is that you can see exactly how the light and shadows fall onto your scene. This is especially useful if you’re shooting tethered. Constant light can be a good choice for starting with food or still life photography. You can get a decent light at a relatively inexpensive price point....

You can use it to fade a photo into the background, for masking, and many other things. In this article, I’ll show you how to create and modify a transparent gradient. How to Create a Transparent Gradient in Photoshop First, let’s fade a photo into the background using a transparent gradient. Step 1: Add a New Layer Open the photo you want to use in Photoshop. Click on the “Create a new layer icon” in the Layers panel....

In this article, We will show you how to create an infinity curve (or infinity cove) you can use for product photography at home or in the studio. What is the Infinity Curve? In simple terms, infinity curves are seamless backgrounds that do not have lines or corners. The main use of an infinity curve is to create a clean photo background with no corners. That way, your main subject is the only element in the image where your audience’s eyes can gravitate....

[ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here.] What You Need to Know to Sell Camera Gear Start the selling process by getting all the details you can about the gear that you own. You’ll get the most accurate quotes and the most interested buyers by detailing the exact condition of your gear....

There are some strict guidelines you have to keep in mind throughout your photo shoot. But you can make nude photography a fun and creative experience for everyone involved. Here’s how! Develop Your Style with Nude Photography Art Nude or semi-nude, photography doesn’t have to look a specific way. You can photograph your nude models from the shoulders up or take close-ups only. You can use dramatic light to cover up most of their body parts....

It’s essential to show your product in the best possible light. Here are some tips for fabulous furniture photography. [ExpertPhotography is supported by readers. Product links on ExpertPhotography are referral links. If you use one of these and buy something, we make a little bit of money. Need more info? See how it all works here.] Preparing for Furniture Photography It goes without saying that before you take any photos, your subject should look as great as it can....

In this article, I’ll talk about why you might carry a bean bag with you and how to use it when photographing nature and wildlife. I’ll even show you how to make a camera bean bag with things you likely have at home. Reasons to Use a Camera Bean Bag for Wildlife Photography When you think “bean bag” you may imagine colorful children’s toys or squishy places to sit. The same reasons bean bags are fun to sit in are why they work well for photographers....

Here are the answers to a few commonly asked questions about vignetting. What Causes Lens Vignetting? What Other Types of Vignetting Are There? When Is Vignetting a Good Thing? How Do You Create Artificial Vignetting? Do Step-up Rings Cause Lens Vignetting? How Do I Get Rid of Lens Vignetting? How to Remove Unwanted Lens Vignetting Check for Lens Obstructions Stop Down Your Lens Use In-Camera Vignette Control Remove Vignetting in Post Production Conclusion

The D7500 sits in a pretty competitive segment of the market. It’s not pro-level, but it’s also a bit pricey for just taking your holiday snaps. The competition comes from Nikon’s own stable but also all the other major players. It also is in the mix of the DSLR or mirrorless camera debate. In fact, most of the body-only cameras around the same price as the Nikon D7500 are mirrorless cameras....

ON1 Photo RAW’s newest version has many new features that embrace AI technology. The turn to AI-based features and attempts to make life easier for the average photographer. These actions save us from tiring and often aggravating actions. Let’s dive into all these new features and find out if the new ON1 Photo RAW is for you! What Is ON1 Photo RAW? ON1 Photo RAW is a photo editing software that provides a space to transform your RAW photographs into final images....

Introducing Photo Mechanic 5: What is It? Do not be confused, Photo Mechanic is not an image editor. This front-end software lets you upload, browse, organize, manage, tag, and export your digital photos. There are a few tools, such as crop, which you can use. But you will not be able to edit your images’ exposure, color, or sharpness. This means that you need to work with an image editor after Photo Mechanic....