What Is a Camera Shutter? First, let’s define what a shutter is and what it does. You can think of it as a gate that opens to let the light into the sensor or film and closes to stop the exposure. In reality, a shutter is a complicated mechanical contraption. It’s not just a simple gate that opens and closes. There are various types of shutters that work differently depending on the camera....
Some problems can be horrific if not dealt with immediately. They can result in spending extra money on new equipment. Instead, we recommend learning how to clean a camera lens properly. This article shows how to prevent your camera lens from getting polluted with dust, moisture, and fungus. We also explain how to clean a camera lens to make it work like new. How to Clean a Camera Lens: Some Tips You can increase the lifespan of your lens with proper lens cleaning....
In this article, I’ll even show you how to draw freckles from scratch in Photoshop. How to Highlight Freckles in Photoshop First, let’s try to highlight the freckles in the face. It’s pretty easy to do by using adjustment layers to convert the photo to black & white. Step 1: Duplicate the Background First of all, let’s duplicate the background layer, so we don’t lose the original photo. We’ll use the original in the end to fine-tune the image....
What is a DIY Light Reflector? A reflector is a surface that can reflect light. Reflectors are such a simple piece of equipment, but they go a long way to improve your photos. Typically, reflectors add a bit more light into areas that are not in direct light themselves. This could be to fill some shadows with a touch of light. Or it could be to add a bit more spark to a subject that is not directly in the light....
Getting Started with Wedding Photography Workflow photography workflow goals and limitations. My wedding photography business is not your wedding photography business. Just like two photographers would get two different sets of images even when photographing the same couple at the same venue, wedding photography workflows aren’t a one-size-fits-all deal. I’m sharing what works for me — but it’s important to know that your wedding photography workflow may look different and that’s fine....
What is Content Aware Fill? Photoshop has many tools to move or remove unwanted objects from a photograph. With Content Aware Fill, I tell Photoshop what I want to be moved or removed, and the software does the rest. Photoshop selects pixels around the object that might work in the space. An advanced algorithm powers Content Aware Fill in Photoshop. With every version of Photoshop, these tools become more powerful. Some of the tools I’m going to show you are only available in the newest versions of Photoshop....
How to Whiten Teeth in Photoshop Before you start, it’s important to know how white normal teeth should be. If you make teeth look too white and bright, the result will not look natural. Take a look at portrait photos in magazines to get a sense of how far you can go. I’ll use this photo as an example. Her teeth look OK, but they could be slightly whiter and brighter to make the portrait look perfect....
In this article, we’ll have a look at portrait vs landscape orientations. We’ll see where they’re used in photography, and when to choose one over the other. Portrait vs Landscape Orientation in Photography Robert Cornelius took the first intentional portrait of a human. He was both the subject and photographer. Yep, the first portrait was a selfie. Cornelius took his image in portrait orientation. From there, photography became important for documenting subjects....
There’s no selfie stick, but the PowerVision S1 offers 3-axis stabilization, gesture control, and AI tracking. So, is it a good investment? Our review will guide you through its features and performance. We compare it with other similar gimbals and tell you if it’s a good buy. So read on! PowerVision S1 Review—What You Need to Know The idea behind a gimbal is to smooth the video footage you get from a smartphone and make it look more professional....
Lightroom is an essential tool for photographers. It offers excellent flexibility. And it has many options for editing and perfecting our images. This article introduces you to our three favorite Lightroom courses. And we think they all live up to their promises! 3. Mastering Lightroom with the SLR Lounge Lightroom Course Mastering Lightroom is claimed to be the “Complete A-Z Lightroom Tutorial”. This statement is very close to reality. Starting at a beginner level, the course carries on to advanced techniques and options....
Our top recommendation for the best full frame mirrorless camera is the Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. It has 4K video, dual memory card slots, and image stabilization at a remarkable price. [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.] Which is the Best Full Frame Mirrorless Camera?...
As a food and still life photographer, you won’t need a lot of the bells and whistles that modern cameras offer. Having said that, many of our suggestions will also serve well in a whole range of photographic settings. After all, not many of us have the luxury of specializing in just one type of photography. Our top pick for your food photography is the Canon EOS RP. It combines a light, compact body with outstanding autofocus: [Note: ExpertPhotography is supported by readers....
So what are stock photos? And why are they so popular? Check out this guide for all the answers! [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 Are Stock Photos? Stock photos are images created by photographers that are available for use by others....
Symmetrical vs Asymmetrical Balance Photography A photograph is symmetrical if it has two (almost) identical sides with a central point of axis. In other words, if you cut the photo in half, the left and right side mirror each other. Or the upper and bottom half are imitating each other. If we are very strict, symmetry means that the two sides should be 100% identical. But in photography, this is often not the case....
Camera lenses play a huge role in creating the perfect image, so it is essential to keep them clean. One of the less-known camera pollutants is lens fungus. This article looks at what lens fungus is and how to get rid of it. What Is Lens Fungus? Dust can easily find its way into your lens. Sometimes it contains fungus spores. When it meets with moisture, the fungus can grow inside the camera lens....
What is Lomography? Lomography is both a company and a community of ambitious photographers. The Lomographic Society International was founded in 1992 by a few Austrian students. It aimed to inspire artists to be wild and free using their analog cameras. A post shared by Mariano (@potat0) on May 26, 2019 at 8:50am PDT The name comes from a Russian camera from the 80s, the Lomo LC-A. This was a quirky piece of equipment that photographed everything vibrantly....
[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 Is the Rule of Thirds in Photography Composition? The composition is how you arrange the subject and objects within your frame. The rule of thirds is dividing your frame into nine equal rectangles....
For this reason, you need to consider many things before photographing wildlife. Plus, there are the creative and technical aspects of photography. These include light, composition, focus, and shutter speed. This post will take you through everything you need to know to improve your wildlife images. And these 14 tips apply whether you are photographing in the wilderness or in your own backyard! Wildlife Photography Tips for Better Photos Here are 14 wildlife photography tips to take fantastic photos....
With unique shooting modes, the Smooth Q3 seems to be a top contender for smartphone gimbals. But beyond the specs, does it have a stellar performance in the real world? We tested the Zhiyun Smooth Q3 to see if it lives up to its potential. What is The Zhiyun Smooth Q3? The Zhiyun Smooth Q3 axis gimbal is the much-awaited update to the 2018 Zhiyun Smooth Q2. Unlike its predecessor, the Q3 has a more ergonomic design and upgrades with superb physical and app-based features....
The best backup camera for you will depend on several factors, so let’s look at the options. [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.] Backup Camera: Wired or Wireless—Which is Better? As you might have guessed, this depends. Both wireless and wired systems have their pros and cons....
