http://www.adorama.com/alc/expert/218 Mason is editor of the Adorama Learning Center You'd think PMA was still going strong as a stand-alone show based on all the photo-related news, including new products and corporate stuff, that's come out lately. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13563 After months of speculation and teaser web sites, Olympus today announced a new mirrorless camera system with built-in electronic viewfinder, a new 16MP Four-Thirds Sensor, and a standard Micro Four T http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13553 <p><span style="font-size: small;">With cell phones offering what many snapshooters see as a reasonable alternative to stand-alone compact cameras, many camera makers are focusing their attention on premium models. The Olympus XZ-1, with its fast f/1.8 lens and slightly larger sensor, is a prime example.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13548 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Ready to join the video revolution and shoot Hi-Resolution Videos with a DSLR? Here&rsquo;s a look at key cameras in this fast-growing and rapidly-evolving category.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12771 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Here's a modern modification of a rule of thumb for shake-free handheld photos.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13527 Some of us are visual learners. No amount of words will trigger the "aha!" button like illustrations. Well, our friends at Lexar have put together a cool vid that shows how images go from capture to m http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13543 While much of the world considers the Olympics or Soccer's World Cup to be THE major sports event, millions of Americans consider Super Bowl Sunday to be the ultimate sports event of the year. In hono http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13539 As photographers and image makers, we all want to protect our work from being stolen. So the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) is a good thing...right? http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13526 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Photography purists may scoff, but snapshooters as well as more serious photographers around the world are chucking their stand-alone compact cameras in favor of the Apple iPhone 4S. To find out why, I spent several weeks shooting with one. Here's what I discovered.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13517 <p><span style="font-size: small;">With today's announcement, Canon joins the small camera/big sensor revolution. To the surprise of many, they didn't enter the MILC race and instead focused on image quality. taking the high-end G line in a new direction. What does the intriguing G1 X bring to the table?</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13472 Adorama friend Joe McNally has been secretly shooting with the Nikon D4. Check out his blog post. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13469 Today is National Bird Day and to celebrate, the Adorama Learning Center offers up bird photography advice so your avian images can soar! http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13464 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Ricoh's unique camera/sensor/interchangeable-lens mount combo takes Leica rangefinder-mount lenses. We took it to the streets of New York to see if it could handle the most challenging form of photography. Is this the holy grail of budget-minded street shooters?<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13457 Every year I attempt to see ahead to the next hears and predict what will happen in the photo industry. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13458 Over five million people visited the Adorama Learning Center in 2011, an all-time high. Let's count down the Top 20 most popular articles and AdoramaTV videos of the year! http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13454 When you come across a great scene, use the edges of your frame judiciously...but make sure you have a camera with you! http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13448 <p><span style="font-size: small;">How Photoshop Elements' "Process Multiple Files" feature let me scoop the local media on a local breaking news story.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13436 Last spring, Joe McNally and David Hobby got on a bus and toured the country, teaching their flash techniques to thousands. Now you can watch it again (or for the first time) on DVD. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13432 <p><span style="font-size: small;">With the right equipment, photographing paintings, lithographs, or other fine-art is fairly straightforward&mdash;or is it? Here's a look at how to use studio lights and a tripod to make a successful reproduction.<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13417 <p><span style="font-size: small;">The number and variety of memory cards available today can be bewildering, especially to someone who just wants to take family snapshots with a point-and-shoot camera. Here's some buying advice.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13404 Which are the most important DSLRs, MILCs, Compact Cameras and Photo Accessories to be introduced in 2011? http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13401 <p><span style="font-size: small;">You're inspired to go out there and capture the world in miniature...now all you need's the right stuff. Here are the essentials--lenses, lighting, and accessories--that will help you produce that macro magic. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8084 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Every photographer has different needs, and so every camera bag will have different stuff to suit those needs. Here are twelve useful and innovative items that you will probably be taking out of your bag and using. Prices are accurate as of Nov. 15, 2011<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12059 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Are you the adventurous type? Like to be one with the mud? Want to get great underwater snorkle shots? Don't mind getting wet, gritty, dusty,&nbsp; and dirty? These cameras are designed for you.<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/11795 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Just is there&rsquo;s no best camera for photojournalists, there is also no best lens. But there is a range of lens types that will give you a better chance at getting the shot.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12411 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Can you find photographic happiness for under <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">$150</span> $120?</span><span style="font-size: small;"> Believe it or not, you can!<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8052 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Do you need a camera that matches your wardrobe? Do you like to shoot in style...but still bring back stunning shots? Here are very capable cameras that also happen to be real lookers.</span><em><br /></em></p> <p><em><br /></em></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8095 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Picture-taking tools for serious photographers who have outgrown their starter DSLRs...or want a capable back-up for their pro rig.</span><em><br /></em></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8400 <p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">Whether they have built-in long-range zoom lenses or interchangeable lenses, the Electronic Viewfinder camera category (sometimes referred to as &ldquo;bridge&rdquo; cameras) has undergone a resurgence in the last year.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12789 <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: small;">Getting bored with your point-and-shoot? Ready to grow as a photographer but afraid of all the technology? Here are some great low-cost DSLRs that will get you pro results easily.</span><em></em></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8102 <p><span style="font-size: small;">2011 has become the year of the MILC. Mirrorless Interchangeable-Lens Compact (MILC) cameras rival compact cameras in size but in many cases have sensors the size of DSLRs and image quality to match. Others have smaller sensors, allowing them to go places, technically, no camera has ever gone before.<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13367 <p><span style="font-size: small;">The high end of compact cameras with built-in lenses&mdash;also known as System, Advanced, or "Posh" compacts&mdash;has never been more diverse than it is today. Here's a look at today's top models.<br /></span></p> <p><em><br /></em></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8637 <p><em><span style="font-size: small;">Invest in a good microphone (or two) so your sound quality does justice to your DSLR&rsquo;s HD video</span>. </em></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/11679 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Whenever an innovative solution to camera carrying that does not involve neck straps is introduced, I like to ponder the history of camera-carrying solutions. With the SpiderHolster Black Widow belt camera carrying system, it's time to look back, then see how well this new innovation does the job.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13320 New Leica and Zeiss lenses, a cool power flash from Nissin, Samsung's Wi-Fi, a camera copter, a blow-up studio and more at the Javits center. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13360 With ethics investigations against his company ongoing, Olympus's Chairman, Tsuyoshi Kikukawa has quit 12 days after he fired Michael C. woodford, Olympus's president over "differences in management s http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13352 Photo Plus Expo, now the largest free-standing photo show in the US, is about to begin. See you there? http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13356 Flooding caused by cresting rivers, rising waters, and a damaged dyke north of Bankok are now expected to cause major disruptions in the photo industry that may affect camera availability worldwide. http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13346 Usually, the first day back at work after a vacation can be hectic as you play catch-up, with a zillion things coming at you at once. Well, at Adorama, we've just returned from a 10-day break—but that http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13342 Torrential rain that has plagued Thailand since July and has caused the worst floods there in 50 years is now affecting the photo industry as Nikon reports its factory in Rojana Industrial Park has be http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13328 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Stripped of most of its external controls, and slimmed down, the GF3 is the first MILC to be designed for Soccer Moms and others who have hit the limits of their point-and-shoot cameras but don't want the bulk or expense of a full DSLR.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13319 By now you know that Steve Jobs died yesterday at age 56. A modern-day Edison, Jobs' inventions and creations literally changed the world. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13318 <p><span style="font-size: small;">If the E-P3 is the fulfillment of the promise of the original Olympus Digital Pen camera concept, the E-PM1 brings much of the same capabilities to the masses at an attractive price.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13299 <p><span style="font-size: small;">At under $1,000, does the Ricoh GXR with the 28mm lens/APS sensor module offer the balance of image quality, performance, and price that street photographers have been waiting for?<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13276 With the announcement of the V1 and J1 this morning, Nikon enters the Mirrorless Interchangeable-Lens Compact (MILC) Camera world with its eyes on enthusiasts and snapshooters. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13294 http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/11182 <p><span style="font-size: small;">&ldquo;First, I took picures. Then I learned to walk so I could get a higher point of view.&rdquo; That's what I say when someone asks how long I've been into photography. When would be an appropriate time to teach your child photography? No matter the age, my answer is: NOW!</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13267 There's still time to see this free exhibit of Joe McNally's historic photos from the aftermath of September 11, 2001. Here's why you should try to attend. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13264 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents "How'd They Do That" featuring Tamar Levine. In this episode, Mark talks with Tamar, who is a Los Angeles fashion, portrait, and fine art photographer. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12792 It's designed for more casual use, but can the new Olympus Pen Mini shoot action? Olympus took me to the US Open to discover the surprising answer. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13256 September's upon us, and a new season of Workshops@Adorama is open for registration. Take this opportunity to improve your photographic knowledge and experience. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13240 <p><span style="font-size: small;">The revolutionary Ricoh GXR points to a new way to swap out lenses and sensors without dust or fuss. Now, new units expand its usefulness to a wider range of photography enthusiasts and professionals.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13244 There's a very strong link between photographers and music, and thanks to changes in imaging technology, that link has gotten much stronger. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13224 When you go to an exhibit of photographic portraits and get to speak with the people portrayed—and knowing they survived the worst terrorist attack in US history—you know this was no ordinary photo ex http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13230 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Chris Kridler has been chasing and photographing storms for over 12 years. What draws her to extreme weather photography, and what tips does she have for those who'd like to give it a try? She generously shares her tips here.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13201 The European Imaging and Sound Association this week unveiled its picks for top cameras and photo accessories for 2011-2012. There are several surprises among the winning gear. Dare I challenge their http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13221 <p><span style="font-size: small;">HDR: You've heard the term, and may have even tried it. After all, who wouldn't want to extend the range of shadows to highlights within one photo, and compensate for the relatively limited range of light capture of a typical digital camera? </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13199 Since the late Ms. Maier's street photography was first discovered over a year ago by Chicago-based realtor John Maloof, there have been exhibits of her work, a book is being published, and a film abo http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13191 Fuji's smart compact, Polaroid's lenses, UK rioters hit photogs, Sony's Sun-friendly LCD, 'Droid tablet breakthrough, Delkin'sugged CF cards, more. http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13207 A couple of lenses for mirrorless interchangeable-lens compact cameras are actually user-friendly. Here's how I separate the lenses made by and for engineers from the ones made for photographers. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13188 Taking advantage of the fact that the Leica M mount is no longer under patent, Ricoh has announced a street photography-friendly GXR lens module with 12MP APS sensor and a Leica M mount. http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13193 Olympus Prices the E-PL3; Sony's svelte compact; the happiest camera owners; Lomo's B&W film; SI's painful portfolio http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13180 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Gaffer tape has gotten many a photographer out of a jam, providing Macgyver-like solutions to photographic, video and theatrical problems both common and otherwise. It's strong but not permanent, and unlike duct tape, doesn't leave a mess. Who wouldn't love this stuff?</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13175 <p><span style="font-size: small;">I've lived my entire life in and around New York City&mdash;especially Manhattan&mdash;so there are certain common &ldquo;touristy&rdquo; locations I take for granted, and tend to ignore: The Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Times Square at Night</span><span style="font-size: small;">. Instead, I focus on the people, and do street photography.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13166 <p><span style="font-size: small;">If you're in the market for a portable music player, I'm afraid to tell you there's no such thing. Don't worry, there are loads of compact digital devices on the market that play music. There just isn't a device that only plays music. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12074 Taming Apple's Lion, Lensbaby's Portrait Bundles, Panasonic's Superzoom, street shooters stand their ground, more! http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13169 Eleven days ago, a Canadian company called 2D Photography posted a video called "2D Photography Rube Goldberg". I'm impressed! http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13167 The Midwest was hit first, and now the heatwave is almost upon the Northeastern United States. How do you protect your digital photo and video gear? Here are a few common-sense and offbeat tips. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13163 <p><span style="font-size: small;">The first thing Sally from Olympus told me about the E-P3 was that the camera had virtually no shutter lag. &ldquo;Here, try it yourself,&rdquo; she said. I did. It was fast&mdash;comparable to a DSLR, and faster than the E-P2.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13144 We asked for your best vacation and travel photos on Facebook, and you responded. Here are some of our favorites, as well as the stories behind the shots. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13146 <p><span style="font-size: small;">With the E-P3, Olympus has solved the sluggish autofocus problems that plagued the earlier digital Pen series cameras, and has substantially reduced shutter lag time. But while these are the big stories, the E-P3 has many more new features and capabilities that make it the category leader...for now.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13143 Tokina's wide-angle pair, Sekonic's 60th, Canon and Fuji MILC hints, a billion-pixel astro-cam, A touch pen for laptops, Rollei's bullet camcorder, more. http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13142 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Olympus is targeting street photographers with the simultaneous release of the fast-working E-P3 Micro Four Thirds compact camera and a posh prime lens, the Zuiko 12mm f/2.0. Did they get the lens right? Here's what one street shooting thinks after taking it for a walk around NYC.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13138 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Mark Wallace reviews Pelican travel cases: Hard, durable, and designed for rough travel.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13139 Show us your best travel photos from anywhere in the world, and we may select it to show in a future Adorama Tech Tock Blog post...and winners get a free book as our way of saying “thanks!” http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13134 <p><span style="font-size: small;">No matter what kind of camera you own or your level of photographic knowledge, you can capture stunning fireworks this 4th of July!</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8080 Hoya sells its Pentax division to Ricoh, transforming Ricoh into a major player in the world of digital camera manufacturers. Ricoh will rebrand "some" of its digital cameras as Pentax. http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13133 Olympus today relaunched its groundbreaking Digital Pen compact interchangeable digital camera system, giving it a top-to-bottom makeover. http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13125 Last week I had the opportunity to take a full production model Olympus E-P3, announced today, on a road trip through Pennsylvania. Does this re-launch of the Digital Pen represent a fulfillment of th http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13126 Lytro's imaging breakthrough, an iPhone/Leica mash-up, Kodak recycles, Lomo's fishy toy cams, Apple's New Final Cut Pro X, more http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13119 Pentax today announced the world's smallest interchangeable-lens compact digital camera. http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13117 <p><span style="font-size: small;">It's that time of year...people are making their travel plans and getting ready to hit the road. A new generation of cameras offers better image quality in smaller and lighter packages. Here's a look at a dozen cameras that are well-suited for travel.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13108 The Leica M9-P rangefinder retains same full-frame sensor as M9, but it loses the big red dot and is designed to blend in better. It will be available along with the M9. http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13114 Sony shrinks its MILC, adds a fixed-mirror DSLR, McNally joins Life's blogroll, Ricoh gets rugged, DxO goes analog, firmware updates galore and more http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13107 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Casio's Exilim EX-ZR100 is a premium compact that's built for speed, and has both gimmicky features and practical ones. I took it for a quick field test.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13093 While previous incarnations of MILCs have leaned more towards their DSLR cousins, Panasonic's latest, the GF3, loses some features, trims a few millimeters and ounces, in order to be more attractive t http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13102 High-quality audio for video is vital. But pro audio for recording studios and live performances is also an important area and worth a department of its own. Here's a look at our new Professional Audi http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13098 18th Street in Manhattan yesterday was a virtual sea of humanity as customers and people just passing through joined Adorama for our first-ever Street Fair. http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13091 Adorama, Canon, and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation are teaming up to bring a day of fun with a purpose on 18th Street in New York, right in front of Adorama headquarters! http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13083 <p><span style="font-size: small;">If you are traveling by plane and plan to bring a tripod with you, weight&mdash;and especially size&mdash;count. Which models fit in your carry-on bag? Here are five of our favorites.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13051 Professional photographers from around the world gathered last night to celebrate the grand opening of the new Adorama Pro Imaging Department http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13080 <p><span style="font-size: small;">When Nikon overhauled its system compact camera, the glorious result was the outstanding P7000, which has already gained a growing fan base among serious and even some pro photographers. Can it work as a street camera?</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13063 <p><span style="font-size: small;">The problem with beaches (or snowy landscapes, or any scene where there&rsquo;s a lot of white or light colors) is that they mislead camera meters. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8320 Leica's pocket digicam, Nikon sues Sigma, Hassy's 200k MB studio cam, Datacolor's color cx for iPads, more http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13070 On Facebook, Twitter, and our comments we asked for you to show us your best macro photo, and you responded in droves! Get ready for some serious eye candy! http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13066 http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/11178 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Joe McNally, who toured the United States this Winter and Spring and thrilled thousands on the Adorama-sponsored FlashBus Tour Workshop series, has just come out with a must-have DVD showing his unique spin on lighting.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13061 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Nikon has overhauled its P line of premium compact digital cameras and produced a solid performer. Is the P7000 Nikon's best compact camera yet? </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13048 April 15, 2011 was notable for two things: Taxes were due, and Adorama announced a springtime photo contest on Twitter. We have our winners! http://www.adorama.com/alc/blogarticle/13055 The Prez nixes replays, a JPEG bug, MILC-friendly camera bags, light modifiers, Lexar's speedy reader, more http://www.adorama.com/alc/news/13053