The neutral-density filter, or ND filter, is a powerful lens filter photographers use to reduce the amount of light entering a camera lens in order to select exposure combinations that would otherwise result in overexposed images. This article is a basic guide to ND filters and how they are used.
Portable USB-powered displays aren't new but can be very helpful for editors on the move to get access to more screen real estate. Acer’s new model turns things up a notch though and can take a 2D image and make it appear as if it were 3D.
Cinematographer Christoph Benfey's incredible drone boomerang shot was featured on DJI’s Instagram this week and the talented cameraman has revealed the secrets to creating the impressive effect.
When you hear “long exposure,” you probably think of a shutter speed that’s too slow to hand-hold and produce a sharp image. It might be something like ¼”, or maybe as long as 30”, which is the most common slowest shutter speed in DSLR and mirrorless cameras. However, shutter speeds slower than 30” can be advantageous in many long-exposure scenarios.
Leica appears to be discontinuing the CL and TL2 camera systems. Citing an overall decline in the compact and small sensor camera market, Leica appears to be ready to focus entirely on full-frame.
Photographer Justin Anderson shot a trio of gorgeous celestial elements together. During the total lunar eclipse, he was able to capture the Blood Moon, aurora, and the Milky Way galaxy together in one stunning panorama.
Phase One has optimized the world's first fully automated multispectral imaging solution, which will make it faster and easier for art conservation, forensics, and science professionals to examine delicate subjects.
A disturbing set of photographs are at the center of a mystery of the disappearance and death of two young women in Panama and local authorities are currently bewildered by a conspicuously missing photo file on their SD card.
Nikon has published a new short film and behind-the-scenes video that is designed to showcase the camera's newly-updated video prowess. The film was shot in 8K at 60 frames per second in 12-bit RAW.
A total lunar eclipse wowed viewers around the world this week and in one timelapse video, it can be seen dramatically cutting the light of the night sky to such a degree that the Milky Way suddenly bursts into view.
Ricoh Imaging has announced the WG-80, a point-and-shoot style camera that features a rugged exterior and a built-in macro light that has been optimized for image capture in extreme conditions.
A photographer has shared a montage video of her photographs over the last decade to show how much her work has improved over 10 years.
Chuck Ayoub was trying out a new filter on his telescope camera when he captured a huge explosion on the surface of the Sun.
Snapchat, Google, and Apple are being sued by a 16-year-old girl and her mother who claim the platforms failed to protect teen users from “egregious harm.”
Though it can fit in the palm of the hand and is extremely light, the Nanlite Forza 60C has a huge amount of power. This Chip on Board (COB) LED light packs a powerful array of LEDs that can illuminate a subject with up to 12,810 lux at one meter.
Matterport positions its new Axis as a way for Realtors to easily provide prospective home buyers a way to digitally walk through a listing without even being there.
Landscape photography is one of the most popular photographic genres. It's easy to get started with the genre, but it can take a lifetime to master landscape photography skills. You don't need a sophisticated camera or expensive lens, and the skills you learn when doing landscape photography translate to other types of photography.
The DiGi Swap is a combination smartphone holster and app that connects to a film camera and is designed to allow photographers to shoot with classic film bodies as if they were digital. Unfortunately, it doesn't appear to live up to expectations.
It's the time of year when many corporations announce performance over the last year and Fuji is no different, except all eyes are on recovery from COVID shutdowns and supply chain problems. So how did Fujifilm do? The short answer is very well and, for its Imaging division, film is king.
Shopify's former director of design and user experience Verne Ho has launched an online platform dedicated solely to helping creators improve their watch photography skills through tutorials, resources, tools, and photo critiques.
Photographers who want to expand into videography can often become overwhelmed by the number of terms that are unique to the filmmaking discipline. This glossary of videography terms should help.
Vanity Fair regularly produces a Star Wars-themed magazine that is headlined by photos taken by Annie Leibovitz. That tradition continues, and the magazine's latest issue features four characters, both new and old.
FilterPixel automates the process of looking for photographs that are not good enough to be framed and added to your portfolio of work. The software uses Artificial Intelligence to scan and automatically separate the unworthy captures, saving time and effort in browsing through hundreds of captures and inspecting them closely to check for blur and focus issues.
Travel and adventure photography blog Capture the Atlas has published its annual Milky Way Photographer of the Year collection that showcases the best night sky captures from all around the world.
Johnny Depp's lawyers have accused Amber Heard of editing photos to make her alleged injuries appear worse.
Vivo has announced the X80 series smartphones that build on the foundations of the X Series but offer extensive photography upgrades that it says are unmatched.
Market data from The NPD Group has found that the Nikon Z9 was the top-selling professional flagship full-frame mirrorless camera in the first quarter of 2022.
At times, Death Valley can bring serene scenes of soft and picturesque sand waves, other times, as landscape photographer Michael Shainblum found out, it can also bring chaos, wind, and challenging shooting conditions.
A ringside photographer saved a boxer from a serious injury after he was sent crashing through the ropes and out of the ring following a brutal knockout.
Deana Lawson has won the Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation Prize 2022 for her series of portraits that "reframes and reclaims the black experience." The foundation awarded her £30,000 (about $37,400) for her work.
The story of the American West is filled with many characters and large personalities. How the West was won or lost, depending on which side you were on, can be told through the lives of many people. Not all were cowboys, outlaws, gamblers, or lawmen like are often portrayed in the movies and novels; some were photographers. One of the photographers whose story looms large is William Henry Jackson.
Pretty much any advertising photo of a watch and the face will almost always show the same time: 10:10. Most photographers do this to best show the company logo, but scientists have determined there was a more psychological reason to use this time.
Creating compelling sci-fi and fantasy inspired images was once a task that required either awesome practical effects and lighting, dexterous digital paint skills, or a mastery of complex 3D animation software. Recently, Boris FX, an Academy Award-winning software company that has developed film and television visual effects tools for over 20 years, has leveled the playing field with the introduction Boris FX Optics.
If you’re new to photo printing, different print sizes may be a bit confusing to you. One that you’ll regularly come across and should know about, however, is 4x6 – which is the most commonly used throughout the industry.
Reality TV star Bethenny Frankel has been sued for copyright infringement after allegedly posting an image of storm-ravaged Puerto Rico on her Instagram account without permission from the photographer.
Venus Optics has announced a set of Laowa Nanomorph anamorphic lenses that are designed for Super35, APS-C, and Micro Four-Third cameras. They feature Laowa’s patented optical structure which makes them the smallest anamorphic lenses on the market.
On Monday, large portions of the planet were treated to a total lunar eclipse. And while there were many excellent opportunities to photograph it from Earth, one astronaut shared her photos that were taken from space.
ON1's Photo RAW application is getting a major update next month. In addition to several feature enhancements, the company is also folding its Resize AI tool fully into the Photo RAW software.
Looking to evoke feelings of calmness and peace through photography, Lazar Gintchin created a collection of abstract ocean and seascapes focused on simplicity, movement, and softness.
LensKit is a new iOS app that gives photographers the option to try out many different cameras and lenses to see how they work together. It will even help visualize the photograph by displaying a simulation.
Panasonic has announced the large-aperture ultra-wide Lumix G Leica DG Summilux 9mm f/1.7 ASPH for Micro Four Thirds (MFT). The lens is manufactured under Leica's standards which the company says makes it suitable for both pros and high-end amateurs.
Litepanels has announced the new Gemini 2x1 Hard LED light panel. It offers the brightest focused beam available in its class and can illuminate a subject with up to 20,000 LUX of light at three meters but is still lightweight enough to mount to a drone.
DNP has launched a new action-oriented camera system called the Action Capture. Designed for adventure-style businesses, it addresses the desire for selfie photos in environments where taking one with a smartphone might prove difficult or dangerous.
Photographer and digital artist Rubén Álvarez shot a series of handcrafted cells to represent the process of blood cell formation, taking inspiration from his fight against salivary gland tumors and facial paralysis.
Australian photographer Craig Loechel went from blindly experimenting with a water drop kit for the first time to mastering the art of macro liquid photography.
A series of leaked 3D models appear to show a new DJI design that is reminiscent of popular racing drones. Supposedly called Avata, the leak indicates the first-person-view (FPV) drone will be a smaller option alongside last year's DJI FPV.
Actor Jason Momoa apologized for taking photos in the Sistine Chapel after disgruntled fans pointed out to him that the series of images he posted on his Instagram violated the rules that are normally enforced for everyone else.
Removing unwanted objects and text out of an image to clean up your photo used to require special software and skills, but these days AI has led to features like Content-Aware Fill in Photoshop that lets anyone do it in just a few clicks. If you do not have a Photoshop subscription, there is a free Web and mobile app called Cleanup.pictures you can use.
Cosina has revealed more information about its upcoming Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 35mm f/2 aspherical lens for Nikon Z-mount, what it is calling its highest performance "quasi-wide-angle" optic ever.
A book has suggested that a lost Vest Pocket Camera that may contain pictures of mountaineers on top of Mount Everest, 30 years before the first official ascent, could have been discovered by Chinese authorities and hidden.