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Shutterbug Staff  |  Mar 18, 2024  |  0 comments

Ever wonder why some portraits snap while others snooze? It could be the camera equipment — specifically the lens. Get better results consistently with used camera gear from MPB. With spring's outdoor portrait weather afoot, now is the time to gear up. Leverage the pleasant weather and shop at MPB without breaking the bank.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Mar 15, 2024  |  0 comments

Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm and other top-tier camera and lens makers offer refurbished products directly to end users via special pages on their website. You can save some dough, but do you want to own a renewed product? Let's unpack this…

Ron Leach  |  Feb 22, 2024  |  0 comments

We'd all love to shoot with the best equipment that money can buy, but most of us simply can't afford that luxury. But guess what? According to one of our favorite outdoor photographers, "It's possible to capture pro-quality images with entry level gear."

Shutterbug Staff  |  Feb 20, 2024  |  0 comments

The long and the short of it, Sigma America just announced two new full-frame prime lenses designed specifically for full-frame mirrorless camera systems. Joining the Sigma lens lineup are the world’s first f/1.4 diagonal fisheye and a rugged, lightweight Ultra-Tele.

Ron Leach  |  Feb 12, 2024  |  0 comments

Properly maintaining photo gear is an essential "habit" if you want to prolong the life of your equipment and receive reliable performance. In the important tutorial below you'll learn the do's and don'ts for accomplishing this quickly and safely.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Feb 09, 2024  |  0 comments

In 1932, the trademark NIKKOR was registered by Nippon Kogaku K.K., the legendary Japanese camera manufacturer now known as Nikon.

To commemorate the rich 90-year history of NIKKOR optics, Shutterbug offers you a peek behind the curtain via this interview with three Nikon engineers.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Feb 02, 2024  |  0 comments

The 50mm f/1.2 all-manual APS-C lens from TTArtisan costs around a hundred bucks and is built like an Acme anvil. It offers outstanding value for the dollar and is fun to use. But it's not perfect. Read on to review the Pros and Cons as we see them.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 19, 2024  |  0 comments

If you're thinking about trying you hand at wildlife photography but don't quite know where to start, the beginners guide below is just what you need. You'll pick up some great advice from an accomplished pro that will enable you to get going this weekend.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Jan 17, 2024  |  0 comments

Acquire a new camera, maybe as a holiday gift? Great! While you're exploring all the new features, the timing is just right to add a lens or two to enhance your system. If you're looking for value (and who isn't?) you can double down with a used lens from MPB, the largest global platform to buy, sell and trade used photo/video gear. MPB has a gigantic inventory, and you can typically save about 33% vs the retail cost of new.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 05, 2024  |  0 comments

It's not too late to update your New Year's Resolutions, and there's a good one to add to the list: Don't make the same common photography mistakes that you did in the past. That way you'll become a much better photographer in 2024 and beyond.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 02, 2024  |  0 comments

The first thing most landscape photographers do upon reaching a location is pull out their favorite wide-angle lens. In the past we've suggested giving telephotos a try to create images with a different look, and in the video below you see how a mid-range zoom lens can also create a unique look.

Ron Leach  |  Dec 18, 2023  |  0 comments

Most photographers love upgrading their gear, especially when the purchase is a new camera. The temptation is to charge the battery, mount a lens, and head out the door for a test spin, but there are a few things you should do first if you want to take advantage of everything your new toy can do.

Ron Leach  |  Dec 13, 2023  |  0 comments

If you've been following our image-processing tutorials you likely understand that this task often comprises a number of small, simple enhancements. But when taken as a whole, these seemingly minor adjustments can have a huge effect on the look of your work.

Ron Leach  |  Dec 06, 2023  |  0 comments

If you've been shooting in Auto of Program mode and your images lack that special something, the tutorial below from the Photo Genius YouTube channel will solve the problem. In barely 14 minutes you'll learn the many benefits of Aperture Priority mode and pick some useful tips for capturing images with a creative flair.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Dec 06, 2023  |  0 comments

This season presents a perfect chance to upgrade your photography equipment, and Tamron is offering enticing promotions on their high-quality lenses.

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