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Adorama Photographs America: New York, New York

The street photography capital of the world

ArticlePortraits and People Techniques and How-Tos - by Mason Resnick, July 25, 2011

I've lived my entire life in and around New York City—especially Manhattan—so there are certain common “touristy” locations I take for granted, and tend to ignore: The Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Times Square at Night. Instead, I focus on the people, and do street photography.

Street Photo Stress Test: Olympus E-P3

Did the latest Digital Pen do the job on the hot streets of New York?

ArticleProduct Reviews Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, July 14, 2011

The first thing Sally from Olympus told me about the E-P3 was that the camera had virtually no shutter lag. “Here, try it yourself,” she said. I did. It was fast—comparable to a DSLR, and faster than the E-P2.

Camera Test: Fujifilm Finepix X100

Cool tech in a classic retro package

ArticleCompact Digital Cameras Gear Guides & Reviews - by Jason Schneider, June 28, 2011

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One of the most anticipated cameras in recent years, the Fujifilm X100 promises a classic camera experience with a high-tech twist. Can it deliver street-savvy performance and resolution in the lab and on the street that justifies the high demand and nosebleed price?

f/8 And Be There

It's not just a photographic technique: It's a philosophy for documentary, street, and travel photographers

ArticleOutdoor and Travel Techniques and How-Tos - by Sandy Ramirez, June 22, 2011

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When asked how he was capable of getting such amazing images on a consistent basis, Arthur “Weegee” Fellig replied “Simple. f/8 and be there.” Since that time this simple statement has become the mantra of Documentary Photography, held as scripture, writ in stone.

Street Photography—AdoramaTV

Digital Photography 1 on 1

ArticleAdorama TV Techniques and How-Tos - by Mark Wallace, June 21, 2011

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How do you approach strangers on the street and take ther pictures?

Street Photography Stress Test: Nikon P7000

Is Nikon's best compact to date up to the challenge of street photography?

ArticleCompact Digital Cameras Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, May 31, 2011

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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?

Street Photography Stress Test: Leica X1 and Leica D-Lux 5

Can’t afford an M9? Here are two Leica alternatives

ArticleProduct Reviews Gear Guides & Reviews - by Mason Resnick, November 29, 2010

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When I took the Leica X1 and D-Lux 5 to the streets of Manhattan last week to run a joint Street Photo Stress Test, I was in for several interesting surprises.

PhotoZAP 53: On The Stoop

ArticlePhotoZAP Techniques and How-Tos - by Adorama Learning Center Editors, August 9, 2010

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"The strong vertical lines guide the viewer through the frame, taking stops along the way to enjoy the body language of the various people."—Mason Resnick

PhotoZAP 52: Local Color

Our critics praise and pan your pictures

ArticlePhotoZAP Techniques and How-Tos - by Adorama Learning Center Editors, August 5, 2010

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"I'm not crazy about the way the background jewelry vendor's head interferes with the main subject's face."—Jack Howard

Sidewalk serendipity

What's so great about street photography? Plenty!

ArticlePortraits and People Techniques and How-Tos - by Mason Resnick, July 2, 2010

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You'll never get rich doing street photography. And unless you're Martin Parr, Joel Meyrowitz, or Jeff Mermelstein, you probably won't become famous, either. But you'll hone your skills as a photographer, and grow as a person.

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Adorama Photographs America: New York, New York

Street Photo Stress Test: Olympus E-P3

Camera Test: Fujifilm Finepix X100

f/8 And Be There

Street Photography—AdoramaTV

Street Photography Stress Test: Nikon P7000

Street Photography Stress Test: Leica X1 and Leica D-Lux 5

PhotoZAP 53: On The Stoop

PhotoZAP 52: Local Color

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