3 Pros and 3 Cons of Having Business Partners
Debating whether or not it’s time for a business partner? This video and article will help you weigh out 3 pros and 3 cons to running a photography business with a partner.
This is How You Shoot ‘Bullet Time’ the Free and Easy Way
Want to shoot a "bullet time" shot but don't have an ultra-expensive camera array or high-speed camera? Here's a 27-second video showing a brilliantly cheap and easy way you can create the same effect with any video camera.
This Dazzling Drone Hyperlapse Shows the Expanse of Mexico City
Mexico City is the capital of Mexico, the most populous city found in North America, and one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world. Aerial photographer and videographer Tarsicio Sañudo flew his drone above the area inhabited by over 21 million people and created this gorgeous 4-minute drone hyperlapse video titled "Hyperia: Mexico City the Hypercity."
Godox’s S-R1 Adapter Lets You Mount Round Magnetic Modifiers on Flashes
Godox has revealed its new S-R1 Round Head Accessories Adapter, a speedlight attachment that lets you mount the company's round magnetic modifiers on traditionally shaped flashes.
Yes, Apple WILL Pay Photographers for Its ‘Shot on iPhone’ Contest
On Tuesday, Apple launched a new Shot on iPhone Challenge that asks photographers to submit iPhone photos for a chance to be featured in a worldwide marketing campaign. The announcement sparked concern and controversy over whether Apple was asking for photos in exchange for purely "exposure." Apple clarified things today and yes, photographers will be paid.
DxOMark Launches Selfie Scores for Rating Front Camera Image Quality
DxOMark is known for rigorously testing the image quality of cameras and smartphones, but for smartphones, it had focused on the main rear-facing cameras. That has now changed with the launch of DxOMark's new Selfie scores -- it's a new test protocol for determining the quality of front cameras.
This Animation Took Several Months to Make with Google Earth Photos
"Epoch" is a new video by Ireland-based visual artist Kevin McGloughlin. It's a mesmerizing animation that was created over several months entirely out of Google Earth satellite photos.
Sitting Down with Former Chief White House Photographer Pete Souza
Photographer Pete Souza was the former Chief Official White House photographer for presidents Ronald Reagan and Barack Obama. He recently sat down with the camera superstore Adorama for this inspiring 6.5-minute Spotlight feature.
Olympus Unveils 150-400mm f/4.5 Lens, 2x Extender, New Lens Roadmap
Olympus has announced the development of a new M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 TC1.25x IS PRO lens and an M.Zuiko Digital 2x Teleconverter MC-20. The company has also released an updated lens roadmap showing what's to come.
Instagram: No, We’re Not Hiding Your Photos from Your Followers
There has been a viral "chain letter" type of post that has been spreading on Instagram that warns users of the social network limiting post reach. Instagram has officially responded by saying that it does not do anything to prevent posts from showing up to all your followers.
Olympus Unveils New Wireless Flash, Commander, and Receiver
In addition to the new OM-D E-M1X announced today, Olympus has also unveiled a new weather resistant FL-700WR wireless flash, FC-WR commander, and FR-WR receiver.
Some Mistakes That I Recommend You Make Behind the Camera
I can’t help but notice all those articles proclaiming mistakes we should try to avoid in order to become a better photographer. Admittedly, I have issues with such an approach. First of all: I hate the word “should”. Basically we “should” nothing. Secondly, there is not much learning in avoiding mistakes — we learn best from our mistakes and the more bittersweet they are the more carved into our memory they become.
Olympus Unveils the OM-D E-M1X Pro Micro Four Thirds Camera
After weeks of leaks and teasers, Olympus has officially unveiled the new Olympus OM-D E-M1X camera. It's a Micro Four Thirds camera designed for professional photographers.
Lunar Eclipse Video Catches Meteorite Hitting the Moon
During the super blood wolf moon total lunar eclipse on Monday, cameras pointed at the moon captured the first known sighting of a meteorite slamming into the shadow-covered moon. This 24-second video of the impact was released by Jose Maria Madiedo at the University of Huelva in Spain.
9 Inspiring Landscape Photographers on YouTube You Should Follow
It wasn’t until 2015 that I began using YouTube for more than just a means of entertainment, but rather for the video-centric super search engine that it is. When I first became interested in landscape photography, I would scour YouTube for as much pertinent information on the topic as I could discover which ultimately led me to create the following list of 9 inspiring landscape photographers on YouTube you should follow.
The High Cost of Perfection
Walking past booth after booth at the PhotoPlus Expo in New York, I often heard camera company presenters explaining to their uncomfortably-seated, yet nonetheless-enraptured, audiences how they shot the “perfect” photo.
This Photo Shows the Super Blood Wolf Moon Eclipse Rising in Texas
Photographer Jason Weingart shot this beautiful composite photo of the super blood wolf moon total lunar eclipse on January 20th and 21st. The image features six stages of the moon that night as it rose from the horizon and became totally eclipsed.
Is GoPro Failing as a Company?
Almost every year, GoPro releases a new action camera, and for the last few years, they’ve been pretty disappointing. Also, every year I seem to fall for their marketing and buy one of their action cameras only to lament that decision. I understand it’s my fault, I should know better. Clearly, I’m operating with heaps of wishful thinking.
This $6 Flea Market Projector Lens is Surprisingly Great for Portraits
While browsing a flea market, photographer Mathieu Stern came across an old slide projector and managed to buy the Rollei 90mm f/2.4 MC lens mounted to it for just €5 (~$5.70). With a little bit of ingenuity and effort, Stern converted it into a camera lens and found that it's a terrific lens for shooting portraits.
How to Build a $30 DIY Rain Machine (and How to Shoot with It)
I’ve written about this project in the past, as I originally made the rain machine and shot with it in 2012, but we’ve now done it in video form! Hopefully it shows a little more detail about the construction and how I shot with it.
Photos of Dogs Jumping with Colorful Powder Trails
Toronto-based animal photographer Jess Bell has been shooting a wonderful series of photos showing dogs jumping and leaving colorful powder trails in their wake. The photos aren't the result of Photoshop compositing -- they were actually shot with dogs and powder.
This is Sony’s New Real-Time Tracking in Action
In unveiling the new a6400 last week, Sony also announced its next-generation AI-based tracking features that are also coming to existing cameras in a firmware update. Sony Artisan Patrick Murphy-Racey shared this 2-minute video showing just how impressive the tracking is.
Photographing the Same Red Cabin Over the Years
It was in August 2013 that I by accident stumbled upon the red cabin and its surrounding lake. I assume the location has been photographed before my first attempts at capturing its inherent beauty and charm. Owing to the fact that the lake is a drinking water reservoir for a whole community, I am very reluctant to disclose its exact location -- in the hope of protecting it from Instagram trophy hunters.
Meike Launches a Cheap 50mm f/1.7 Lens for Canon RF and Nikon Z
The Hong Kong-based camera equipment company Meike has launched an affordable 50mm f/1.7 manual-focus prime lens for Canon and Nikon's full-frame mirrorless camera systems.
‘Tank Man’ Photographer Finds Himself in a Jeopardy Clue
You know you've established your photographic legacy when you show up as a clue on Jeopardy, and that's what happened to photographer Jeff Widener a few days ago. One of the clues on the ever-popular trivia game show focused on Widener's iconic "Tank Man" photo.
500px Bans Photographer for Photos Not Being ‘Photographic’ Enough
Tim Gamble is a Manchester, UK-based photographer who uses light-painting techniques to create surreal and abstract artworks. His photos are almost entirely created in-camera, so imagine Gamble's surprise when 500px unexpectedly deleted his account for "posting non-photographic content."
My First Shoot with a Fine Art Photography Collective
I’m always looking to find new ways to incorporate larger goals into my photography. I find it focuses my approach to the way I treat it as a career and a hobby. By dedicating myself to projects outside of things relevant to my life, I am able to explore potential new ways of seeing and interacting the world through my camera. Something I’ve always been interested in is the idea of photography collectives; a group of visual artists with shared philosophies, spaces, and resources.
Photos of Iconic British Red Post Boxes in the Lake District National Park
My name is Tom White, and I'm a photographer based in the UK. Letter to the Lakes is a project I started last year to photograph the iconic British red post box in the beautiful setting of the Lake District National Park.
Ep. 310: Sony Raises Its Bar yet Again – and more
Episode 310 of the PetaPixel Photography Podcast.
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Capturing the Eye-Popping Density of Hong Kong’s Tower Blocks
Hong Kong is one of the most densely populated areas in the world, with an overall density of an estimated 6,300 people per square kilometer. More than 7 million people live on about 1,108 square kilometers (427 square miles) of land, and 29.1% of the Hong Kong population lives in public rental housing estates.