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Article: Read each scene's "fine print".Watch out for—and immediately correct—visual gotchas

A discerning eye should be every photographer's goal. A discerning eye catches the smallest of details, details that otherwise would have a negative effect on the overall composition.

Article: Wildlife Service: Beyond Long Lenses.How to choose all the gear you need to bag great shots of animals in the wild--and why DSLRs make a difference

The stock in trade of the wildlife photographer is the telephoto lens. Most animals are small and get spooked when humans are near.

Article: Choosing the Right Lens—AdoramaTV.Digital Photography One on One

AdoramaTV presents Digital Photography One on One. In this episode Mark Wallace answers the question, "which lens should I buy?"

Article: FAQ #1: One long zoom lens or two shorter zooms?.Frequently Asked Questions About Camera Gear and Photography

Welcome to the first of an ongoing series where we dig deep to answer your questions about photo gear and taking pictures. Today, we'll look at whether it makes more sense to buy two shorter zooms or a single long zoom lens that covers the entire focal range.

Article: Introduction to Interchangeable Lenses.Just stepped up to a DSLR or MILC? Lenses can expand your creative options. Here are the basics about interchangeable lenses.

Your digital SLR or mirrorless interchangealbe lens compact camera probably came with a lens--a zoom lens, no doubt. But one of the most attractive things about a digital SLR is the ability to change lenses.

Article: Picture-taking techniques - Talkin' Baseball Photography.Here's how to get pro shots of amateur diamond action

Baseball has been described as a game of hours of boredom punctuated by seconds of terror. Capturing those moments of intense action is the rewarding challenge of baseball photography.

Article: Shooting Pro Football, Gene Lower — Adorama Photography TV.How'd They Do That?

Mark Wallace talks to Gene Lower, the official photographer of the Arizona Cardinals. Gene shares some of his tips for shooting sports.

Article: Product Review: Sigma 50-500mm f/4.5-6.3 lens.For this long zoom lens, the Optical Image Stabilization is the star

In 2005, Sigma introduced a monster 10x zoom lens, the 50-500mm f/4-6.3 EX DG/HSM, which offered flare-reducing lens coating, a HyperSonic motor and SLD glass.

News: Nikon upgrades 200-400mm pro tele zoom lens.200-400mm f/4G ED VR II

Nikon today announced a new version of its pro superzoom telephoto lens, the AF-S Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G ED VR II, featuring Vibration Reduction II, rugged construction, Nano Crystal coating, and compa

News: New Sigma APO 50-500mm lens now on shelves.APO 50-500mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM now in Canon mount

Manufacturer announces pricing, availability for newly stabilized, ultra telephoto zoom lens that was announced at PMA. Nikon, Sigma, Pentax, Sony mount versions coming within the month.

News: Tamron celebrates 60th with upgraded 70-300mm zoom.SP 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DI VC USD is made from top-grade material

Tamron is turning 60, and to celebrate they've introduced a 70-300mm zoom lens that they say offers best-in-class resolution, and is fast and quiet.

News: Canon announces second generation pro 70-200mm f/2.8L zoom.CES: Meet the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM lens

Claimed improvements include advanced lens elements and enhanced durability for high-speed autofocus and high-performance optical image stabilization.

Blog: Crossing the Bridge with Moose.Meet the winners of an impromptu contest, courtesy Hurricane Ida

When it came to participating in an outdoor photography Workshop@Adorama with Moose Peterson, attendees weren’t deterred by a little thing like a hurricane. And neither was Moose.

News: Nikon updates 300mm f/2.8G Lens and 2x Teleconverter.High-end optics designed for wildlife, sports shooters

The New AF-S 300mm f/2.8G ED VR II Lens and TC-20E III 2x teleconverter focus on super telephoto.

Article: Product Review: Sony 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Lens.A longer telephoto zoom for the rest of us

It has a desirable focal range and a very tempting price tag, but can the Sony 75-300 f/4.5-5.6 Macro deliver good enough quality?

Article: Lensfest2010: Tele zooms go all the way.Welcome to Lensfest 2010, where we look at the best of this year’s new optical marvels.

.Welcome to Lensfest 2010, where we look at the best of this year’s new optical marvels.

Article: How to photograph joggers and runners.Keep close and keep track

Today, let's take a run at photographing fleet-footed subjects, and see how it jogs your creativity.

Article: Serving winning tennis shots.Shoot sports like a pro

Whether you’re covering the U.S. Open or snapping a friendly match at the local court, Tennis is a sport that offers plenty of opportunities to capture exciting action while fine-tuning your picture-taking timing. It’s all about knowing the game—and keeping your eyes on the ball.

Article: The Picture Within the Picture.Think you got a great shot? Maybe so--but you're not done.

Within many photographic situations there are other not-so-obvious photos hiding and waiting to be discovered by you.

Article: Lens Defect Detective.Is your lens a a sharp shooter or a fuzzy dog? Test it and find out

Anyone who has followed photography discussions on the web over the last 10 years or so will have noticed an increasing number of complaints about defective lenses. It's gotten to the point where I've actually seen some people complain that they are afraid tobuy a lens in case they get a bad one!

Article: BUYING GUIDE: Digital Single-Lens Reflex (DSLR) Lenses.Expand your creative options with the right lens--or lenses

Learn your lens lines

Article: Open Wide! Set your lens to maximum aperture to highlight action.Set your lens to maximum aperture to highlight action

What do college football games, a great blue heron in flight, and my dog Bailey chasing down her Soft Bite Floppy Disk have in common? It's not a snappy punchline. It's a shooting style.