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With a huge 45-megapixel sensor that can churn out raw files at 20 frames per second, the Canon EOS R5 sounds like it could be the perfect camera for capturing wildlife. This in-depth review looks at how it performs out in the field shooting birds.[ Read More ]... READ MORE

If you are looking to have a little fun with your photography you might try getting a crystal ball. Crystal balls can add that little bit of spice to a scene. Mix in some Photoshop skills for a really cool look. Neewer three-inch crystal If you put ‘crystal ball’ into the search on Amazon.com you […]The post Utilizing a crystal ball for otherworldly photography appeared first on Photofocus.... READ MORE

Canon has been king when it comes to the photography world for some time now. However, it appears things might be starting to change. In what can only be called a shock, Fujifilm stocks surged above Canon's on the market yesterday. In doing so, Fujifilm left Canon and a string of other camera and optical manufacturers in their dust. The markets are all kinds of crazy right now, but a more diverse portfolio from Fujifilm could mean larger profits, which in turn, could lead to... READ MORE

DJI has unveiled its latest smartphone gimbal, the Osmo Mobile 4 (OM4). Like its predecessors, the OM4 is an ultra-compact three-axis gimbal for keeping your smartphone footage as stable as possible, with a few other unique features baked in.Visually, the OM4 isn’t much different than its predecessor, the Osmo Mobile 3 (OM3). It is a light grey instead of a darker grey, but aside from the joystick, trigger and grip being a bit more rubberized, the body of the gimbal remains largely unchanged.The only functional... READ MORE

DJI has announced the latest update to its popular Osmo Mobile smartphone stabilizer. The OM 4 stabilizer features upgraded motors to better handle increased weight, an upgraded and less obtrusive magnetic phone mount, and more, all for little more than its predecessor.[ Read More ]... READ MORE

We tend to associate exploration with long distances, sometimes extending into the far reaches of uncharted space. However, we can also explore entirely new worlds at very close range through the macro lens of photography. One popular route to take while exploring macro photography involves photographing flowers, which most of us can find at a nearby park, in the backyard, or even in the house. Talk about convenient! What’s more, macro flower photography yields some of the most beautiful and inspirational stills out there.Flowers provide... READ MORE

Photographer, computational biologist, and science presenter Andrew Steele just released a fascinating short video about his favorite optical illusion. By manipulating a function of your visual system, he shows you how you can trick your brain into “adding” color to a black-and-white image.This optical illusion is based on a visual process called chromatic adaptation, which is the brain’s ability to adjust to changes in lighting in order to keep the colors in the image constant. This is why a piece of white paper continues to... READ MORE

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Shooting timelapse, even timelapse of the Milky Way has become pretty common these days. With the high ISO performance that most cameras have now and the number of fast f/1.4 wide-angle primes available, it’s a lot easier than it used to be (if you can find a dark sky). But what if you want to […]The post This Milky Way timelapse was shot entirely on 35mm film over two and a half hours appeared first on DIY Photography. ... READ MORE

While we often want to freeze birds and animals using fast shutter speeds to capture crisp images, sometimes we might want to create a sense of the creature’s movement by panning the camera. This short video explains how to set up your camera to get dramatic, motion-blurred shots while keeping the subject sharp.[ Read More ]... READ MORE

[Register here: A webinar on the future of lighting, hosted by Rangefinder and WPPI, Wednesday, August 26 at 4 p.m. EDT.]It’s Lighting Week here at Rangefinder, and we’re celebrating with daily roundups of our very best lighting stories and how-to’s. Whether you’re just starting to build your photo business and gear kit, or have already accumulated a broad array of equipment, learning how to master your imagery with the right lighting tools is key, takes time, guidance and understanding, along with some helpful “cheat sheets” and handy... READ MORE

After a series of leaks over the past couple of days, DJI has officially unveiled the DJI OM4: a folding 3-axis smartphone gimbal with a bunch of intelligent features and a novel “quick-snap” magnetic mounting system for your smartphone so you don’t have to fiddle with clamps each time you want to use it.The DJI OM4 is the successor to the Osmo Mobile 3, but don’t worry, DJI did a lot more than rebrand this lineup by shortening the name.The most obvious change is the... READ MORE

IntroductionAll product photography by Dan Bracaglia90%Overall scoreJump to conclusionThe Canon EOS R6 is a 20MP full-frame mirrorless camera aimed at enthusiast photographers and videographers. It sits below the R5 much as the EOS 6Ds did beneath the 5D DSLRs, and offers a well-rounded combination of features for both disciplines.It's also one of the first enthusiast-level cameras to shoot both stills and video that can exploit the capabilities of the latest high-dynamic range displays. However its tendency to hit its temperature limits take the edge off... READ MORE

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Nearly two months ago, Olympus introduced software for windows that turns certain Olympus OM-D cameras into a webcam. Apple users among you may have been wondering “what about us?” But today, we have a news for you – Olympus has now launched OM-D Webcam Beta software for Apple. The concept is pretty much the same […]The post You can now use your Olympus camera as an overkill webcam on a Mac appeared first on DIY Photography. ... READ MORE

Olympus has announced the macOS version of its OM-D Webcam Beta utility is now available. Like the Windows version, released back in June, the macOS version enables select OM-D cameras to be used as webcams with compatible videoconferencing and streaming software over USB.The utility is free to download from Olympus’ website. Once installed, the process is as simple as plugging one of the compatible Olympus cameras and selecting the OM-D Webcam Beta as an input in the conferencing or streaming program of your choosing. Below... READ MORE

This morning, YouTuber Matt Granger—known for many years as “That Nikon Guy”—dropped a bit of a bombshell: he’s decided to sell all of his Nikon DSLRs and lenses. In fact, he already did it, and is now brand-less as he tries to decide what mirrorless system he’s going to go with next.To be fair, Granger hasn’t gone by “That Nikon Guy” since 2013, but up until this week, the vast majority of his gear closet was still taken up by Nikon DSLRs and Nikon F-Mount... READ MORE

If there’s one piece of gear that the camera industry is not short of, it’s backpacks. There’s a bewildering array on offer so here’s an in-depth comparison of six of the best.[ Read More ]... READ MORE

Whichever business you decide to start, it will require an initial investment, and photography is no exception. Before you jump into the murky waters of being a professional photographer, there are some items that you must invest in. In this video, John Branch discusses seven essentials that you absolutely must buy before you start your […]The post Seven things you must invest in before you jump into photography business appeared first on DIY Photography. ... READ MORE

Olympus has just announced the release of its OM-D Webcam Beta software for Mac. Almost two months after releasing the software for Windows, Mac users can now turn select OM-D cameras into ultra-high-quality webcams for livestreaming or video conferencing without using a capture card.The announcement dropped this morning, and it brings OM-D Webcam to Mac users who are on macOS Catalina, Mojave, High Sierra, and Sierra. Installing the software is as easy as downloading the installer from this link, opening the DNG, running the PKG... READ MORE

DJI has unveiled the DJI OM 4, a premium smartphone stabilizer that helps capture important moments that pull you in. The rebranded sequel to DJI’s popular Osmo Mobile line, the DJI OM 4, features a highly functional quick-snap magnetic phone attachment system, intuitive operation, upgraded motors, new creative capture modes, and a portable folding design. As mobile phone cameras become more advanced, the DJI OM 4 optimizes their technology by helping anyone easily create smoother, higher quality and more visually appealing images and videos. Using... READ MORE

Late last night, Olympus announced the availability of its OM-D Webcam Beta software for macOS users. Initially announced in July for Windows 10, OM-D Webcam Beta lets Olympus camera owners connect their cameras to their computers with the USB cable that came with their cameras. OM-D Webcam Beta enables users to turn their cameras into […]The post Olympus brings Webcam Beta to the Mac appeared first on Photofocus.... READ MORE

The new DJI OM 4 Smartphone Gimbal is packed with intuitive features to help filmmakers create mind-blowing masterpieces — all from their everyday smartphone. The powerful and portable gimbal comes with a magnetic phone clamp and ring holder. This speedy setup ensures you’ll never miss the shot due to complicated balancing again.Pair attachment speed with an innovative array of features, ranging from ActiveTrack 3.0 for subject tracking to DynamicZoom for the Hollywood favorite “Hitchcock Effect,” and this compact, foldable stabilizer can bring even your most... READ MORE

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