Photography Blog
How to Use a Speedlight With a Softbox: An Essential Guide
If you're serious about working in professional photography, you will want to acquaint yourself with the softbox as soon as possible. It's one of the more versatile tools in your toolbox. When you get your softbox, you would do the following: Attach your bracket onto...
Can You Use a Softbox Outside?
In photography and cinematography, shooting outside with the aid of natural light can give you some impressive compositions. After all, natural sunlight is the most ideal kind of lighting that you can get. However, natural lighting does not always cooperate with you....
APS-C vs. Full Frame: The Difference and Why It Matters
A lot of photographers have been buzzing about full-frame cameras compared to APS-C cameras. If you have bought a mid-range DSLR in the past decade, chances are you already have an APS-C sensor and you might be wondering if you should upgrade to full-frame. Advances...
How to Create a Postcard Out of a Photo in 5 Steps
Whether you have a smartphone or a DSLR, you can easily create amazing postcards. Yes, even smartphones! Phones nowadays can take pretty incredible photos that sell; with or without an inexpensive lens attachment. In fact, I prefer to take a photo with my phone when...
Photography at University: Is It Really Worth It?
The average person can place a group of people in front of a nice background and snap a picture, although, it takes a skilled and artistic person to make everything look the best that it can. Taking a photo is about more than just smiling and taking a picture. Either...
Is Lower ISO Always Better? Here’s What You Must Know
Shooting with DSLRs is tough, especially when environmental conditions are in flux. You may be shooting one minute indoors, only to go outside and discover that your current settings are inadequate for the new lighting. When you find yourself in such circumstances,...
How to Do a Photoshoot in the Rain, the Right Way
Don’t let a rainstorm keep you from having a fantastic photoshoot. While it may seem like a rainy day would spoil your opportunities for snagging some great photos, a lot of photographers are eagerly heading out into the storm in order to capture remarkable shots....
Can You Shoot a Wedding With a 50mm Lens?
Shooting weddings can be stressful, especially when considering what gear to bring to the event. 50mm lenses are popular and can achieve some fantastic shots, but many people wonder if a wedding can be shot with them. In the interest of pairing down on gear and...
Dropped Camera? Broken Lens? Here’s Exactly What to Do
Your camera just tumbled out of your hands to the cement and you’re staring at it in disbelief. As you pick it up to examine it, you see an unmistakable prism coming from the lens. The glass is cracked. Now you’re wondering what else may be broken. To figure out what...
Are Mirrorless Cameras Good for Action Shots?
Most people who shoot action photography are used to operating DSLR cameras. However, as mirrorless cameras become increasingly more popular and come with more enticing features, you might be wondering if mirrorless is the way to go when it comes to taking actions...
10 Expert Tips to Prevent Blurry Photos When Zooming In
There is nothing like the disappointment of a blurry photo. You saw the perfect shot, zoomed in, and snapped what you thought was a great picture. Looking down at the result, it’s blurry and unfocused. There are a few reasons why a photograph can become blurry and...
Telephoto vs. Zoom Lens: What’s the Difference?
In photography, being able to achieve different looks in photos largely depends on which lens you choose for the shot. Lenses allow for different depths and ranges, depending on which focal point you choose. The issue is though there are so many lenses, their purposes...
