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Ron Leach  |  Dec 19, 2024  | 

The first thing most landscape photographers do upon arriving on location is to pull a wide-angle lens out of their bag. This approach may work great for shooting expansive scenes, but it will also give images a familiar look, and can even stifle one's creativity.

Ron Leach  |  Dec 17, 2024  | 

This tutorial from German Landscape photographer Christian Mohrle is a rare departure from his usual fare because the episode is devoted to image capture rather than post-processing methods. You'll see some of Mohrle's amazing photos and learn a variety of shooting techniques that make his work so special.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Dec 13, 2024  | 

This isn't an ad. It's a how-to that gives you the ins and outs of using lens mount adapters to inexpensively engage some of the best glass ever made—easily and cheaply.

We're amazed that not everyone knows this. Nikon Z owners can adapt legacy Nikon F-mount optics—made by Nikon, and state-of-the-art when they were originally introduced—that work in Manual Focus Mode and Aperture Priority or Manual Exposure Mode—and they're a genuine steal compared to the price of modern optics. It's very easy and very affordable. A huge plus: while many don't realize it, the image quality is exceptional, even when compared to current lenses. Wait—there's more…

Shutterbug Staff  |  Dec 08, 2024  | 

They say the best gift is something you want to own yourself. If that's true, this gift list hits the jackpot 10 times over. We want them all! You will too. Check this out.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Nov 24, 2024  | 

There's never been a better time to get a great deal on a new lens for your mirrorless camera. Here's a list of 13 super deals, all priced at $159 or lower — some as low as $51.

Ron Leach  |  Nov 21, 2024  | 

Like it or not we live in an era where camera manufactures compete with each other for how much resolution their products offer. But there's a big difference between what you want and what you really need. That's why, budget notwithstanding, it's time to ask yourself how many megapixels are necessary for your style of photography.

Ron Leach  |  Nov 13, 2024  | 

Here's a reassuring claim from the folks at First Choice Photo: "Capturing amazing photos doesn't have to be challenging" if you understand the concept of EXIF Data and how it can be used to evaluate images. After watching today's 11-minute primer your photography skills will improve, and you'll also learn how to safeguard your precious files.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Nov 08, 2024  | 

Tamron just announced the availability of a 90mm f/2.8 Macro lens for Sony E and Nikon Z full-frame and APS-C cameras. Shutterbug had the opportunity to shoot extensively with this new lens for a few weeks prior to its release. Here's our evaluation of the Tamron 90mm F/2.8 Di III Macro VXD (Model F072) and a gallery of sample images.

Ron Leach  |  Nov 07, 2024  | 

There are plenty of bargains out there for older lenses that can be mounted directly on modern cameras, or by using an affordable adapter depending upon the specific brands. And not only are these vintage options cheap, but sometimes they outperform their modern counterparts in term of imaging characteristics and build quality.

Ron Leach  |  Oct 29, 2024  | 

This eye-opening tutorial from photographer Fil Nenna begins with a statement that you likely haven't heard in the past: "You won't get the sharpest photographs without this quick lens test." And just like that he grabbed our attention.

Ron Leach  |  Oct 11, 2024  | 

It's surprising how infrequently some photographer's clean the sensor in their cameras, all the while aiming for the best image quality possible. Dirty sensors cause a variety of problems, not the least of which are ugly dusts spots and other artifacts on every image you shoot.

Ron Leach  |  Oct 08, 2024  | 

Conventional wide-angle lenses are usually the weapons of choice when shooting landscape photos and other expansive vistas. The more specialized ultrawide options are less well understood and require a different approach for optimum results.

Ron Leach  |  Sep 30, 2024  | 

There are numerous reasons why experienced landscape photographers avoid shooting wide open and prefer stopping down the aperture to f/8 or f/11— even if that means bumping up the ISO setting. So why does a German landscape pro advocate for faster glass when he rarely shoots at maximum aperture?

Ron Leach  |  Sep 26, 2024  | 

Landscape photographers are barraged by a bunch of "conventional rules," but here's the deal: Many of these widely accepted guidelines may be conventional, but they're not always the best way to proceed—especially when it comes to composing outdoor scenes with wide-angle lenses.

Ron Leach  |  Sep 10, 2024  | 

Experienced Lightroom users frequently turn to the versatile and easy-to-use Lens Correction and Transform tools when processing their images. If you're not up to speed we'll fix that today day with this comprehensive beginners guide from the folks at Eastern Shore Photo Instruction.

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