From Horst P. Horst’s 1951 picture of the fashion model Evelyn Tripp in a ballgown to Tyler Mitchell’s now-famous 2018 cover photo of Beyoncé for Vogue magazine, flowers have always had a place in creative portrait photography. A few years ago, Emily Soto made this portrait for Allure on film to celebrate springtime in New… Continue reading Flower portraits: Beautiful examples and must-have tips
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How to Use CRT and VHS Overlays in After Effects (Quick Method)
What You’ll Be Creating In this tutorial we’ll be learning the quick and easy way to use CRT and VHS overlays in Adobe After Effects in order to create this cool retro look for your project! What You’ll Need To follow this tutorial, first we’ll need a CRT overlay pack which we can download from… Continue reading How to Use CRT and VHS Overlays in After Effects (Quick Method)
The best macro lenses for 2023
Stan Horaczek We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best for Canon Canon RF 100mm f/2.8 L Macro IS USM SEE IT Best for Nikon Nikon NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S SEE IT Best for Sony Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro… Continue reading The best macro lenses for 2023
Venus Optics announces a 28mm f/1.2 lens for four mounts
The new Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF is the fastest 28mm out there. Venus Optics Third-party lens manufacturer Venus Optics may not be as well known as the likes of Sigma or Tamron. Nevertheless, the company makes some quality lenses that are typically much more affordable than first-party offerings. That’s in part due to the… Continue reading Venus Optics announces a 28mm f/1.2 lens for four mounts
Best wide-angle lenses for Sony in 2023
Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best overall Sony FE 16-35mm f/2.8 GM SEE IT The versatile focal length and fast f/2.8 aperture make this a go-to wide-angle. Best ultra-wide Sony FE 12-24mm f/2.8 GM SEE IT This lens provides… Continue reading Best wide-angle lenses for Sony in 2023
Panasonic Lumix S 14-28mm F4-5.6 Macro sample gallery
Alongside the phase-detection-endowed Panasonic Lumix S5 II announcement earlier in the year, we got an affordable new lens for the growing L-mount system. This Lumix S-branded 14-28 F4-5.6 Macro lens is light, has a useful range, and has great closeup capability to boot. We had a chance to take it out into the real world… Continue reading Panasonic Lumix S 14-28mm F4-5.6 Macro sample gallery
The best portrait lenses for Sony in 2023
Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best overall Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM Lens SEE IT The classic focal length for portraits. Best zoom Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II SEE IT A telephoto lens with lots of reach.… Continue reading The best portrait lenses for Sony in 2023
Early review of the Canon EOS R50: Compact and approachable
The new R50 is tiny yet surprisingly capable. Abby Ferguson Canon recently released a slew of gear ideal for beginners and casual photographers, including the new EOS R50. This camera sits at the entry of the R line and just above the enthusiast-oriented M series. It is currently one of the most entry-level cameras available… Continue reading Early review of the Canon EOS R50: Compact and approachable
Canon has announced two entry-level mirrorless cameras and lenses
Canon has announced two new camera and two new lenses for enthusiasts and beginners. Abby Ferguson Canon is starting the year off with a bang and bringing us four new pieces of gear all at once. The company’s latest release includes the long-rumored EOS R8 and the EOS R50. Two new lenses join them in… Continue reading Canon has announced two entry-level mirrorless cameras and lenses
Instax Mini 11 review: A fun party trick
The Instax Mini 11 produces tiny instant photos. Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Fujifilm’s Instax line of instant cameras runs the gamut from advanced hybrid digital models to extremely basic point-and-shoots designed to emphasize the simplicity of the format.… Continue reading Instax Mini 11 review: A fun party trick