Photography

In photography, something that rarely gets enough attention is the importance of organization. There are a few layers to it: organizing your camera equipment, organizing the photos on your computer, even organizing your priorities and mindset. And in all these cases, having a messy system will lead to missed opportunities as a photographer. This topic is on my mind today …

One surprising aspect of wildlife photography has always interested me, just as much as capturing the animal itself: telling the story of the natural environment in which the animal lives. I would call it the “Animalscape,” and I see it as a powerful tool in the visual toolbox. Introduction Often, especially for novice nature photographers, the goal of wildlife photography …

It was a big day for Canon mirrorless shooters, with four new RF lenses joining the EOS R system! Newly announced are the RF 24mm f/1.4 L, the RF 50mm f/1.4 L, the RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L Z, and the RF-S 7.8mm f/4 Dual. Here’s a quick look at these lenses. Canon RF 24mm f/1.4 L VCM A bright, wide-angle …

Nikon has just announced the development of the Nikkor Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ power zoom lens for full-frame Nikon Z-mount cameras. Although Nikon already has one power zoom lens for APS-C cameras, the Nikon Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR, this will be the first power zoom lens for their full-frame system. Nikon Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ Unlike traditional lenses, …

Last week, I shared some of the steps that went into photographing my first safari – where I went, what I brought, and how I backed up my photos. Today, I’ll share the second half of my experience and how everything went in practice. If you missed part one of this two-part series, I recommend reading it here. The Experience …

This has been quite a year for those of us who love astrophotography. The solar eclipse in April took a tour across North America. The Aurora Borealis crept unusually close to the equator multiple times this year. And just recently, the comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS has been putting on a once-in-80,000-years show. Have you had a chance to photograph any of these …

When you hear the name of the Italian brand Gitzo, you probably think of high-end tripods. What’s less known is that Gitzo also has three backpacks in its portfolio. One is more urban-oriented, the Gitzo Légende. The other two are almost identical models apart from size (30L and 45L) and are designed for rougher conditions. The name of these bags …

Earlier this year, I had the incredible experience of going on my first safari (and first visit to Africa). Although I am primarily a portrait and event photographer, I do enjoy wildlife and landscape photography as a hobby. I thought it would be interesting and hopefully helpful to take you along with my full approach – where I went, what I …

A great value for an ultra-wide lens, and unexpectedly good performance By Spencer Cox 6 CommentsPublished On October 22, 2024 «1. Introduction & Build Quality2. Optical Features3. Lens Comparisons4. Verdict5. More Image Samples6. Reader Comments» Introduction Today, I’m reviewing the Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 – a fast, wide-angle prime lens available with autofocus for Nikon Z and Sony E mounts. …

It’s hard to imagine a more majestic “office” than that of a South American llama herder. Gazing into the vast, awe-inspiring distance through the crystal clear mountain air. Even if the llamas wander off, the view of the surrounding volcanoes is a reward in itself. I’ll be back on the Andean ridges myself very soon, keeping an eye out for …