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Mirrorless vs DSLR: Sony A7 IV Against Canon 5D IV in Portrait Shootout
Henry Anderson  |  Jan 26, 2022  | 

Even though mirrorless cameras are taking over, there are still plenty of DSLRs out there and the debate continues to rage on which format is better for taking pictures. Pro photographer Julia Trotti jumps into the fray with the below video where she pits the Sony A7 IV mirrorless camera against the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV in a portrait shootout.

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Modern Tech Makes it Hard to Take Bad Photos & That Can Be a Problem
Deborah Sandidge  |  Mar 17, 2023  | 

Camera technology these days is amazing; it’s practically magic. The problem, though, to my way of thinking and photographing, is that the magic offers a very wide and deep comfort zone—you might call it a zone of automatic decisions, and it’s probably best not to spend a lot of time there, certainly not if you want to create individualistic images.

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Modern vs Vintage Lenses: Here’s Everything You Need to Know (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Feb 19, 2021  | 

One of the many benefits of modern mirrorless cameras is that they enable you to use vintage lenses of various brands with the use of simple and affordable adapters. So if you have an assortment of old legacy glass gathering dust, it’s possible to get started as soon as you acquire a new camera, without immediately investing in native lenses.

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More Details and New Photo Emerge for Upcoming Pentax Full Frame DSLR
Dan Havlik  |  Dec 01, 2015  | 

Pentax/Ricoh Imaging has been rather coy about its forthcoming, full frame DSLR, posting a series of slightly changing teasers on its website. The latest teaser adds a new photo of the DSLR along with some text that seems to be a clumsily translated press release about the camera and the lineage behind it.

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Most Pros Use This Camera Mode More Often Than Not (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 28, 2023  | 

You're likely familiar with the claim by so-called purists that "You're not a real photographer unless you shoot in Manual mode." Since we avoid profanity on this page, let's just say that's  simply a bunch of nonsense.

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Mounting Multiple Nikon D750s on an SUV to Capture Pro Athletes for a New Reality Show
Ron Leach  |  Apr 04, 2016  | 

When Co-Founder of South District Films Dan Marks decided to hit the road to shoot video for a new TV reality show featuring big-time athletes, he knew he needed a formula enabling him and his crew to travel light, and a casual approach that would encourage athletes to agree to a session without making a big time commitment. 

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NASA Orders 53 Unmodified Nikon D5 DSLR Cameras For Use in the Space Program
 |  Aug 28, 2017  | 

In exciting news for Nikon, NASA just placed an order for 53 unmodified D5 DSLR cameras for use at their astronaut training facilities on Earth, as well as aboard the International Space Station. These are the same Nikon D5 cameras available to consumers that are known for both high performance and durability under harsh conditions.

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NASA Photo Shows Russian Cosmonaut Floating on the ISS with a Motherload of Nikon Gear
Dan Havlik  |  Nov 16, 2015  | 

NASA posts some pretty cool photos from space on its Flickr feed for the International Space Station but gear junkies should go ga-ga over the above shot shot.

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Need a Great Travel Camera? Canon Intros Compact New EOS Rebel T8i DSLR
Dan Havlik  |  Feb 12, 2020  | 

Canon just introduced the compact and portable Canon EOS Rebel T8i, which is the "highest-performing" Rebel camera in Canon's line of entry-level DSLRs. Or, in other words, the Canon Rebel T8i is at the top of the low-end Rebel line-up and is aimed at photographers moving up from their smartphones to multi-featured interchangeable lens cameras.

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Never Miss a Fleeting Wildlife & Nature Photo with These Camera Settings & More (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Nov 07, 2023  | 

We've all had the misfortune of failing to capture a dynamic fleeting moment when shooting in the field. Sometimes that's because of poor reflexes, a lack of anticipation, ineffective planning, or incorrect camera settings. Whatever the cause, the tutorial below from one of our favorite instructors will greatly increase your chances of success.

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New Gear For 2007: PMA Report; Best Of Show
Shutterbug Staff  |  Jul 01, 2007  | 

As part of our coverage each of our reporters were asked to pick out what they considered the Best of Show product, service, or idea. In most cases it is the item that caused them to reconsider how they worked or that sparked their imagination. While each reporter had their beat, this category was open game for all, and most "crossed lines" to find their pick.
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New Gear For 2007: PMA Report; Digital SLRs
Joe Farace  |  Jul 01, 2007  | 

It's not the tools that capture the images; it's the photographer's vision that does the job. Nonetheless, here I am at the annual hardware orgy that is PMA, where smiling PR people try to put the best possible spin on the organized chaos that is the photo industry. Everyone has realized that digital imaging is not just another version of the widely...

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New Year Brings New Cameras, Lenses, Printers (& More) from Nikon, Canon, Fuji, Epson & Others
Dan Havlik  |  Jan 27, 2016  | 

Phew, what a busy month it’s been for new photo gear! While the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas has not, traditionally, been a major event to debut high-end photography equipment, CES 2016 was definitely an exception with dozens of interesting imaging releases. (And hopefully this is a trend that continues at future CES events, which, in recent years have been rather ho-hum for photography gear.)

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Nikon Announces 24.2MP D3400 DSLR and Four New Lenses
Shutterbug Staff  |  Aug 16, 2016  | 

Nikon just announced the 24.2-megapixel D3400, an entry-level DSLR that adds Nikon’s SnapBridge wireless technology along with an updated Guide Mode feature offering in-camera tips for beginning photographers. 

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Nikon Announces 24.3MP Full-Frame D750 DSLR, Nikkor 20mm F/1.8 ED Lens, and SB-500 Speedlight
Dan Havlik  |  Sep 12, 2014  | 

Nikon filled out its full-frame digital SLR line this morning in announcing the new D750, which uses a 24.3-megapixel FX-format sensor. Nikon also announced two new photo accessories this morning: the AF-S Nikkor 20mm f/1.8G ED lens and the SB-500 Speedlight flash. All three products will go on sale on September 25th.

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