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Photography Life
- Posted on Sunday October 13, 2024
“I wish you good light” – or simply, “good light!” – is a traditional greeting among photographers. But what does it really mean? Every time that I hear this familiar phrase, it makes me think about what exactly my fellow photographer is trying to say. Are they wishing for lots of light? Or maybe a certain angle or color? Do they mean hard light or diffused light? Well, as a wildlife photographer, I believe the definition of good light is much broader than we often think. Continue Reading » - Posted on Thursday October 10, 2024
Landscape photographers are known for chasing some of nature's grandest scenes. Towering mountains, panoramic seascapes, grand views of the Milky Way - all photos with a massive scale. But there's another side of landscape photography, just as full of potential but often overlooked. It's called the intimate landscape. Continue Reading » - Posted on Wednesday October 09, 2024
Today and tomorrow (October 8-9) are great days to buy camera equipment cheaply during Amazon's Prime Day event. B&H is also joining the fun with a bunch of sales to compete with Amazon. I've collected some of the best discounts below. Continue Reading » - Posted on Sunday October 06, 2024
Before diving into the latest news from the world of photography, I’d like to share a painful experience – thankfully not my own. During one of my night canoeing trips deep in Ecuador’s Yasuní National Park, I came across this poor caiman that had survived a very painful encounter. What animal do you think hit it with a serrated spear? I’ll let you know soon. And right now, I owe you the answer to last week’s riddle. Those who guessed Sri Lanka Blue-Magpie were correct. I wish you enjoyable reading and a successful week ahead. Continue Reading » - Posted on Saturday October 05, 2024
Whether you’re looking to upgrade your camera or switch systems altogether, getting the most value out of your used equipment can be tricky. I recently completed a pretty significant sale of gear, and actually ended up selling via each major method – used equipment retailers, online forums, eBay, and in-person sales. They all had some pros and cons. In this guide, I’ll look at how you can prepare your camera gear for sale, how you can earn the most on each item, and what you should know when selling used camera gear. Continue Reading » - Posted on Thursday October 03, 2024
As, photographers we often struggle with a lack of light, necessitating uncomfortably high ISOs or dangerously long shutter speeds. But there are occasions with the opposite problem: too much light. In these moments, neutral density filters are invaluable. Continue Reading » - Posted on Tuesday October 01, 2024
Over the years, I’ve received some criticism on my photography, and I think that’s a good thing. I’ve appreciated all of it, because on the whole it has made me a better photographer. After all, I have so many blind spots where I just don’t see problems. But there is one interesting piece of criticism that I’ve gotten many times, which was also part of a comment in one of my recent articles: Jason, your birds aren’t doing anything interesting! What do I think about that? Continue Reading » - Posted on Sunday September 29, 2024
It’s the end of September, which means it’s the perfect time to head out and photograph the deer rut, now in full swing. But if the idea of misty, chilly mornings in temperate forests doesn’t appeal to you, hop on a plane to the tropics. I’ve chosen one tropical animal as a teaser for an upcoming article, and at the same time, as a biological puzzle. Can you identify the bird hiding its head under its wing? If not, don’t worry, you’ll find out soon. In the meantime, enjoy your regular dose of weekly photography news. Continue Reading » - Posted on Saturday September 28, 2024
The Nikon Z6 III is a full-frame, 24 megapixel mirrorless camera with fast autofocus and high-speed features. I've now shot with the Nikon Z6 III for several weeks, and I'm ready to give my initial review of this interesting camera. Continue Reading » - Posted on Thursday September 26, 2024
There are already plenty of outstanding macro lenses for both the Nikon Z mount and the Sony E mount. Well, Tamron has just announced a new contribution, the Tamron 90mm F/2.8 Di III MACRO VXD, Model F072. This is a nice upgrade to the older Tamron 90mm f/2.8 versions for DSLRs. With a price of $699 USD, this lens promises to be a more budget-friendly alternative to the native Nikon Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S and the Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS, both of which are about $300 more expensive. Continue Reading »
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