Instagram May Launch Reels as a Standalone App
Meta-owned Instagram is reportedly toying with the idea of releasing a standalone application for its short-form video feature, Reels. [Read More]
Photographer Captures Abandoned Attractions on America’s Roadsides
Dotted around the interstates that crisscross the United States are abandoned roadside attractions once erected to amuse wary travelers. [Read More]
7 Image-Killing Lightroom Mistakes That Slow Down Your Workflow (VIDEO)
The whole point of post-processing is to enhance images with a realistic look. Take the right approach and you have a successful image but doing things wrong can be worse than no editing at all. This quick Lightroom tutorial from the Aftershoot YouTube channel guides you through seven common Lightroom errors that not only slow down your workflow but can easily spoil a an otherwise nice shot. Instructor Emma hosts the popular channel with the goal of “equipping photographers with the knowledge and tools needed to enhance photography skills while streamlining the process.” Today’s seven-minute episode demonstrates the best way to use straightforward tools to keep you on track. Emma…
7 Image-Killing Lightroom Mistakes That Slow Down Your Workflow (VIDEO)
The whole point of post-processing is to enhance images with a realistic look. Take the right approach and you have a successful image but doing things wrong can be worse than no editing at all. This quick Lightroom tutorial from the Aftershoot YouTube channel guides you through seven common Lightroom errors that not only slow down your workflow but can easily spoil a an otherwise nice shot. Instructor Emma hosts the popular channel with the goal of “equipping photographers with the knowledge and tools needed to enhance photography skills while streamlining the process.” Today’s seven-minute episode demonstrates the best way to use straightforward tools to keep you on track. Emma…
This Wearable Camera ‘Sees’ For Blind People
A start-up has developed a matchbox-sized wearable camera that “sees” for visually-impaired people. [Read More]
TTArtisan’s Debut Camera Is a Retro Folding Instax Instant Camera
TTArtisan unveiled a surprising retro folding instant film camera, the 203T, at CP+ this week. [Read More]
Nikon’s New Z6 III Firmware Appears to Fix N-Log Flickering Issues
Nikon released firmware updates for its Z6 III and Z8 cameras this week, adding an assortment of new video-centric features and improvements. One of the changes added to the Z6 III in firmware version 1.10 is “Reduced noise in dark areas of N-Log videos.” While just a single line in the firmware notes, this is a huge deal. [Read More]
Scientists Use Remote Cameras to Capture Polar Bear Cubs Emerging From Dens
Scientists used remote cameras over 10 years to capture unprecedented footage of polar bear cubs emerging from dens for the first time. [Read More]
Lomo’s Daylight Developing Tank Lets You Develop 35mm Film Anywhere
Lomography debuted a new compact, hassle-free development tank for 35mm film at CP+ in Yokohama, Japan. The Lomo Daylight Developing Tank 35mm enables analog photographers to develop their film anytime, anywhere, no darkroom or changing bag required. [Read More]
Zeiss Otus ML 50mm f/1.4 First Impressions: Still Legendary?
I distinctly remember when the Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 lens first entered the market. It was a lens designed to project a larger circle of light onto the sensor and therefore it was huge. As bulky as it was, this oversized design enhanced the overall sharpness of the lens, especially toward the corners, and quickly cemented itself a legendary status. However, the Zeiss Otus lenses were designed for DSLR cameras and it has been six years since the 100mm Otus was released. A lot can happen in six years and the other manufacturers have had plenty of time to catch up in terms of optical performance. [Read More]
