Austin James Jackson

Austin James Jackson

Austin James Jackson is a landscape photographer and educator based in Southern Utah, dedicated to helping photographers elevate their craft through workshops, online resources, and tutorials. With a background in graphic design and advertising, he combines creative vision with technical expertise to make complex post-processing and field techniques approachable. Through his teaching, writing, and videos, Austin inspires photographers to refine their skills with content that is both clear and concise. You can find Austin's work here: YouTube channelWebsiteInstagram. TikTok

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Auto ISO: Everything You Need to Know

ISO is part of the exposure triangle, so choosing the right value is crucial to achieving properly exposed...
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AEL Lock: Everything You Need to Know

Auto Exposure Lock (AEL Lock) is one of the most underrated and unknown tools present on today’s modern...
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What is Noise in Photography: How to Reduce Grain in Your Images

Everything you need to know about noise in photography.
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Focus Stack Photography: Tips From a Professional

Landscape photography and the wide-angle lens go together like peanut butter and jelly. Some of the most intriguing...
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5 Tips for a Solopreneur to Start the New Year

In this article, you’ll learn five practical tips for a solopreneur.
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5-Year-End Tips for a Solopreneur

2025 is quickly coming to a close. As the year winds down, there are a few things to...
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The 3Pod Everest T5 Tripod and a November Moose Expedition

The 3Pod Everest T5 tripod is the ultimate choice for stabilizing heavy lenses.
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How to Buy the Perfect Gift for Photographers

Well, it’s just about that time of year again. The gift-giving season is nearly upon us! And if...
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Austin Jackson: Meet the Writer

I’m Austin Jackson, an outdoor enthusiast, educator, and photographer based in St. George, Utah. Originally from Portland, Oregon,...
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Sharpening in Photoshop: Everything You Need to Know

One of my favorite aspects of the editing process is the finishing touches. After all your hard work...
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Is This YouTube Mistake Costing You Subscribers?

Eighteen million views, 62,000 subscribers, and a whole lot of YouTube mistakes later. You could say I’ve learned...
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Photo Workshops: Everything You Need to Know

In this guide, we’ll be diving into discussing the benefits of attending photo workshops, how to choose the...
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Utah's Best Fall Photography Destinations

You can see your breath and feel the crunch of the autumn leaves below your feet. The days...

Photographer's Guide to Short-Form Content in 2025

In this article, let Austin James Jackson inspire and give you a guide to short-form content to help...
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Sigma 300-600mm f/4 - In Field Review

I’m a landscape photographer who enjoys packing light and traveling far. I never anticipated spending over $6500 on...
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How to Shoot Backlit Scenes (With Demos)

Whether you enjoy portrait photography or just landscape photography, shooting backlit scenes is a skill you should master.
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How to Avoid Heat Distortion in Your Photography

Heat distortion can ruin your images. In this guide, we’ll cover how to avoid heat distortion ruining your...
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How to Use Lightroom’s Color Mixer Tool for Perfect Colors

As a landscape photographer, I often find myself capturing images under ALMOST perfect conditions. Whether I just missed...
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SD Card Specs Explained

Despite the importance of the SD card, very few creators know about the different SD card specs and...
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OM-5 Mark II: Lightweight Mirrorless for Creators on the Move

As camera technology continues to improve, the amount of equipment we tend to carry around as photographers grows....
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Sony GP-VPT3 Wireless Shooting Grip - One Tool, Many Uses

Sony recently announced the successor to their GP-VPT2BT, otherwise known as the jack of all trades for creators....
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Why You Should Invest in a Star Tracker in 2025

As technology continues to become more accessible for the average consumer, it becomes easier to capture the night...
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The Best Wide-Angle Astrophotography Lenses for Mirrorless Cameras

In this guide, we'll help you find the perfect Wide-angle astrophotography lenses to capture stunning images of the...
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Panasonic LUMIX S1II, S1IIE, and 24-60mm F2.8 Lens - Taking Hybrid to a New Level

Introducing the Panasonic LUMIX S1II,  LUMIX S1IIE, and the  LUMIX 24-60mm f2.8 Lens. The lens can find a...
Lightroom Classic Masking Feature

Lightroom’s Secret Weapon Helps You Take Your Images to the Next Level

Taking an image from a RAW file to an edited masterpiece is one of the many joys of...
NAB 2025 Announcements

NAB 2025 Announcements

2025’s NAB show has come to an end, and with it comes a whole slew of announcements with...
Blackmagic NAB 2025

Blackmagic NAB 2025 Announcements

Just announced at the end of last week’s NAB 2025 Show in Las Vegas, Blackmagic has brought numerous...
Blackmagic PYXIS 12K

Blackmagic PYXIS 12K

Blackmagic's PYXIS lineup of video cameras now has a new big brother. Just announced at the NAB 2025...
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Aputure STORM XT52: World’s Most Powerful Point-Source LED Light

The new industry leader in Point-Source LED lighting has arrived. Introducing the Aputure STORM XT52 LED Light, boasting...
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Compact, Powerful, and Accurate: Introducing the Nanlite PavoTube II 6X/6XR

Just announced today, a couple of brand new tube lights are being brought to market from Nanlite. The...
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Cine Cameras: Are They Worth It?

Deciding between a cine camera versus a non-cine camera is a huge decision when you’re in the market...
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Westcott Icelight 3: New Light With Unlimited Creative Potential

Westcott has just brought a brand new light to market that is certain to give creators total creative...
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Flashpoint vs. Godox: What's the Difference?

Flashpoint vs. Godox, let’s start with the basics. Any consumer who has done considerable research on the best...
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Sony FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G Lens: Sony's Longest Focal Length EVER

Sony has just announced a new groundbreaking lens that marks the longest focal length ever in a Sony...
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Sony FE 16mm 1.8 G Lens Ultra-Wide, Ultra-Fast, and Ultra-Compact

After months of rumors speculating a new ultra-wide, ultra-fast Sony lens, the details have finally been confirmed. The...
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Sigma Pushes Boundaries Again with Two Groundbreaking New Lenses

Sigma has just announced the creation of two new groundbreaking lenses, a rebranding, and a few minor improvements...
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Sigma BF Camera: A Minimalist’s Full-Frame Camera

If you're looking for a camera that is easy to use yet offers high-resolution videos and photos, today's...
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Panasonic LUMIX S1RII: A Hybrid Shooter’s Dream

The second generation of Panasonic's flagship S1R lineup is aimed at hybrid shooters. Shooters that demand the best...
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Essential Camera Settings Cheat Sheets for Photographers

In this guide, we’ve compiled a few of our favorite camera settings cheat sheets to aid you next...
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RED Nikon Z Mount Support on Top Cinema Cameras - RED V-RAPTOR (X) and KOMODO-X

Just in, RED Digital Cinema has announced a collaboration with Nikon. This collaboration offers compatibility with their top-of-the-line...
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7 Tips to Take Better Travel Photos in 2025

As January draws to a close and we settle into the New Year, it’s the perfect time to...
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ: Built for Video

Nikon has just announced their first Nikon FX Power Zoom Lens, tailored for the professional video market. The...
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OM System Reveals OM-3, M.Zuiko Digital ED 100-400mm, 17mm, and 25mm: The Essence of Creative Expression

OM System has announced four new products, including a new camera and three lenses. The camera body called...
Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S lens

Nikon Announces Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.2 S Lens to Its Prime Lineup

Today, Nikon brings a widely anticipated lens to the market to complete their trifecta of f/1.2 prime lenses...
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Understanding Frame Rates: When to Use 24, 30, or 60 FPS

Understanding video frame rates is a crucial part of the videography process and something all aspiring videographers need...
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Panasonic X1200, X1600, X2100 a New Breed of Camcorders

Three new Panasonic camcorders have just been announced with upgraded features to satisfy the most demanding filmmakers. The...
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FUJIFILM Instax Wide Evo Hybrid Instant Camera Announcement

Just announced today, Fujifilm is bringing the latest instant camera to the market. This camera aims to expand...
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DZOFilm X-tract 18-28mm - Groundbreaking New Category in Macro Filmmaking

Macro filmmaking just got a whole lot easier with the new DZOFILM X-tract 18-28mm full-frame macro lens, announced...
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Two New Groundbreaking Strobes Announced by Westcott: FJ800 and FJ400II

Two brand new strobe lights have just been announced that will satisfy even the most demanding of photographers....
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Ultimate YouTube Starter Kit: The Best Gear to Start a YouTube Channel

The best time to start a YouTube channel was yesterday, but the second best time is today! Whether...
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Best Apple Gifts in 2024 for Your Loved Ones that Love Apple

We compiled a list of the best Apple gifts in 2024, paired with non-Apple products that'll enhance the...
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Set Your Holidays A-Glow with the Best Lighting Gifts for Portrait Photographers 

We've got best lighting gifts for portrait photographers. Set the holidays aglow with this list of Glow equipment!
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Fast, Powerful, & Battery Powered: Profoto Pro-B3 750W

One of the industry leaders in top-notch lighting has just announced a brand new battery-powered light and beauty...
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Sony Alpha 1 II and FE 28-70mm F2 GM: The Next Level of Creativity

Today marks a monumental announcement from Sony Alpha. Sony has released two groundbreaking new products that will shake...
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New SIGMA Primes Announced for Canon RF APS-C: 16mm, 23mm, 30mm, 56mm

SIGMA has just announced that four of its highly sought-after crop sensor lenses will be coming to Canon...
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Hollyland’s Latest System Headset: High-Quality, Low-Price

The Hollyland Solidcom SE Intercom System Headsets are designed to keep your team connected at all times. This...

Canon Hybrid and VR, a New Way to See Photo and Video

Hybrid shooters and content creators, listen up. Canon released not one, not two, or three, but four new...
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Life's Moments in Premium Quality: Two New Panasonic Camcorders

If you're the memory-catcher of the family, Panasonic has just announced two brand new camcorders that make capturing...

Profoto D30: Reliable Power, All Day Long

If you're a photographer who loves a versatile, compact light for just about any situation life throws at...
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Video Cables 101: Everything You Need to Know

Trying to figure out all the necessary cables for your video project can be a pain, even for...
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Simera-C, Thypoch and DZOFILM Announce Smaller, Stronger Cine Lenses

Announced today, FOUR new video lenses are from Thypoch and DZOFILM for Sony, Red, Arri, and DJI Ronin...
New Fujifilm 16-55 and 500mm

FUJIFILM Updates the Classic XF 16-55mm F2.8, and Introduces the Super Telephoto XF 500mm F5.6

Not one, but two exciting new lenses are on the horizon for FUJIFILM shooters, announced today. First, introducing...
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Get Social with the FUJIFILM X-M5 Camera

Content creation just got a lot easier with today's announcement from FUJIFILM. The brand new FUJIFILM X-M5 is...
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Leica Q3 43: New APO-Summicron 43mm Lens

Leica’s Q-series lineup of cameras was brought to market in 2015. The line has since seen numerous upgrades...
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Small But Mighty: DJI’s NEW Osmo Action 5 Pro

The latest action camera has hit the market; this time, it's DJI expanding upon its ever-popular Osmo lineup....
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Bose Smart Soundbar - Total Immersion for Everything You Play

Introducing the latest in high-quality sound from one of the industry leaders in all things audio. The new...
Softbox Basics

Softbox Basics: Creating Perfect Light

Great light leads to great images, and one of the best ways to create great light is by...
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Lighting for Top-Tier Professionals: Aputure STORM 1200x BLAIR LED Light

Aputure has long been known to produce some of the world’s best lights with the latest cutting-edge technology....
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Canon C80 - Versatile Full-Frame Cinema Camera

The future of videography is here. Announcing the brand new Canon EOS C80, Canon's latest camera in their...
Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro II TTL Pocket Flash

Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro Pocket Flash - An Evolution in Small Flash

If your studio is always on the go, there's a new pocket flash in town that may be...

Nanlite Alien 300C and 150C: The Ultimate Light for a One-Man Band

The Nanlite Alien 300C and 150C fuse lightweight portability with high-quality RGBWW LEDs technology. Both are extremely bright...
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Best Lenses for Travel Photography

Any frequent traveler knows that space and weight come at a premium when it comes to airports, flying,...
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How to Pick a Travel Photography Lens

How do you pick a travel photography lens? If you’re a photographer who shoots on the go, there...
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How to Pick the Perfect Tripod

The function of a tripod is simple: to stabilize the camera to capture sharp photos and fixed videos...
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7 Tips for Better Wildlife Photos

Few things are more exciting for a photographer than being in the right place at the right time...

Best Lightroom Alternatives in 2024

Whether you're trying to avoid the monthly subscription, want software that has more features, or just don't feel...
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Canon EOS R1: A New Generation of Professional

Canon's EOS-1D X has long been known as one of the most powerful cameras for working professionals. Twelve...
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Canon EOS R5 Mark II: A Perfect Union of Photo and Video

The successor for Canon's first 8K video mirrorless camera has just been announced. The new Canon EOS R5...
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How to Photograph a Milky Way Panorama

One of the most epic celestial objects you can capture is easier to photograph than you may think....

Best Star Trackers for Different Kinds of Creators

As camera technology continues to improve, more and more photographers are trying their hand at capturing the night...
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Best Lenses for Wildlife Photography: Top Picks 2024

Whether photographing grizzly bears in Yellowstone or birds in your backyard, having the right lens is crucial for...

This Tone Curve Trick Adds Depth to Your Photos

Whether you shoot people, plants, peaks, pets, or anything else under the sun, adding more depth to your...

How to Choose the Best Shutter Speed

Picking the correct shutter speed is often the difference between a tack-sharp image loaded with detail and an...
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How to Dodge and Burn Photos in Lightroom

Have you ever wondered how your favorite photographer can seemingly have perfect light in every photo? If so,...
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5 Signs You've Over-Edited Your Photos

One of the most common editing mistakes is the dreaded oversaturated image. Adding too much color to your...
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5 Photography Rules and When to Break Them

Like anything else in life, photography is full of rules. These rules serve as guidelines to help you...
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How to Improve Your Photography in 2024, According to Pro Photographers

There has never been a better time to become a better photographer than the moment you’re reading this....

Best Export Settings for Instagram in 2024

Nothing is worse than when the hours of work you put into editing the perfect photo go to...

Color Space 101: Everything You Need to Know

When discussing color space, we’re looking at how the colors shown in your images are made up on...
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What is Focus Breathing?

Camera lenses have many optical limitations and issues you’ll have to wrestle with as a photographer and videographer....
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The Ultimate Guide to Manual Focus in Photography

It might seem silly to use manual focus on your modern digital camera these days, but there are...
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Light Pollution Filters: A Photographer's Guide to Night Sky Filters

As the world expands and urban areas grow, completely dark skies for night photography keep getting smaller. Developing...

Biggest U.S. Photography Conventions in 2024

Whether your goal is to check out the latest technology, connect with like-minded creators, or find clients to...

How to Fix Halos in Photoshop

If you’ve been a photographer for long time, you’ve likely seen halos in your images at some point....

SIGMA Announces 70-200mm f2.8 Lens for Sony E and Leica L Mounts

There’s a new player in the game when it comes to f2.8 telephoto lenses for full-frame mirrorless cameras....

Best Mirrorless Lenses Under $1,000 for Sony, Canon, Nikon, and More

Photography is no cheap hobby, and there is always something that you can buy to help you create...

How to Sell Your  Photography at Art Fairs and Exhibitions

Selling your photography at exhibitions and art fairs is an excellent way to recoup some of the time...

Apple Announces New MacBook Pros and iMac with M3 Series Chips

This Halloween, Apple stepped out of character and dropped an unusual nighttime livestream the evening of October 30th,...

Leica M11-P: World’s First Camera to Offer Content Credentials

The world’s very first camera with content credentials has finally hit the market. Every image you capture with...

How to Use Lightroom’s New Noise Reduction Feature

Millions of photographers rely on Lightroom every day to catalog and edit their photos, turning files from their...

Canon Announces Ultra-Wide 10-20mm f/4 Lens for Mirrorless Cameras

Canon has just announced an intriguing new lens for full-frame Canon mirrorless cameras that spans a focal length...

Nikon's New NIKKOR Z 135mm f/1.8 S Plena Lens Offers Exceptional Bokeh

Bokeh-loving Nikon shooters have something to get excited about with today’s new lens announcement from Nikon. The NIKKOR...

New Panasonic LUMIX G9II Mirrorless Camera Offers Improved Sensor and Processing Engine

A brand-new camera is coming to the Micro Four Thirds LUMIX G Series — the Panasonic LUMIX G9II...

Zebra Setting: What is It and When to Use It

If you’ve ever returned home to photos with bright spots that have lost detail, you’ve made the unfortunate...

How to Photograph Star Trails

There are many different ways to capture awe-inspiring images of the night sky. Between blue hour images, shooting...

What is Focus Peaking? And When to Use It

Autofocus has certainly come a long way over the years, but various kinds of creators may find themselves...

Best Astrophotography Apps in 2025

Outside of your camera equipment, your biggest asset to your astrophotography shoot may just be the device in...

What is Lens Diffraction?

Image quality is certainly a hot topic and an important aspect to your photography. There are seemingly endless...

3Pod Everest T3 & T5 Carbon Fiber Tripods: Hands-On Review

If you’re looking for a premium top-end tripod without the top-end price tag, look no further than the...
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iPhone Rigs: What to Know and What to Buy

It has never been easier to capture great footage with the device that is in your pocket. Mobile...

Sigma Announces New 14mm F1.4 DG DN Art Lens for Astrophotography

Today, we’ve got some exciting news for astrophotographers shooting on Sony and Leica camera systems. Sigma has just...

Here’s Everything Announced at Apple WWDC 2023: New MacBook Air, iOS 17, and More

The Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2023) — Apple’s informative technology conference where new technologies and products are announced...
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Best Cameras for YouTube in 2023

If you’re looking at picking one of the best YouTube cameras in 2023, we’ve got you covered. While...

Canon Announces New EOS R100 Camera and RF 28mm F/2.8 Lens

Canon has just announced a brand new mirrorless camera and new full-frame mirrorless lens to add to their...

Panasonic Announces Updates to LUMIX S5II and S5IIX Cameras

Panasonic has just announced a few major updates coming to the Panasonic LUMIX S5II and S5IIX Mirrorless Cameras....

What are Megapixels? And How Many Do You Need?

With so many terms being thrown around these days referring to resolution of a photo or video, it...
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Best Monochrome Cameras for Black & White Photography

Picking out the perfect monochrome camera for black and white photography may seem like a daunting task. However,...
Canon Announces New RF 100-300mm f2.8 Lens

Canon Announces New RF 100-300mm f2.8 Lens

Canon has just announced a brand new telephoto zoom lens for their full frame mirrorless cameras that will...

New Leica M11 Monochrom Camera: What to Expect

If high resolution, black and white photos are your forte, you won’t want to miss Leica’s newest camera...

Saturation vs Vibrance in Photography (When to Use Them)

Vibrance and saturation are two of the most commonly misused and misunderstood photography concepts in photo editing. If...

Sigma Releases Prime Lenses for Sony, Leica, and Nikon Cameras

Today, Sigma is announcing a major addition to their mirrorless camera prime lens lineup — releasing lenses for...

What is an SSD? Here's Everything You Need to Know

Did you know there are many different forms of computer storage? While you may hear people use the...

Different Camera Shooting Modes Explained

Understanding the many basic functions of your mirrorless vs DSLR camera is critical in your photo-taking journey. In...

How to Photograph the Green Comet

If you can find clear skies at night, you may earn yourself the ability to witness the green...

You Can Now Take Photos of Space, Thanks to this Sony Satellite

It’s finally possible to fulfill that childhood dream of seeing space. And you can do it all while...

How to Manage iCloud Storage

iCloud is Apple’s way of allowing you to store your photos, videos, contacts, texts, and more. This serves...

Best Headphones and Earbuds for iPhone

Wired headphones are quickly becoming a thing of the past. If it wasn’t already clear enough, all of...

Panasonic Launches New Lumix S5II and S5IIX Camera, Plus 14-28mm Lens

Panasonic recently announced its new hybrid full-frame mirrorless option: the Lumix S5II and S5IIX Camera. This latest addition to...

Panasonic Lumix Releases 12-35mm Lens for Leica Users

Meet the brand new Panasonic Lumix Full-range F2.8 12-35mm Leica DG Lens for Micro Four Thirds camera system users....

Best Sony Camera for Every Kind of Creator

Sony Alpha continuously adds very impressive cameras to its lineup. As a photographer, it might be hard for...

What is the Best FitBit for You?

Deciding which FitBit to purchase may be a more difficult task than you would expect. With many different...

Best Hand Grip Camera Strap for Photographers

A hand grip camera strap probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of...

Sigma Launches New 18-50mm F2.8 Lens for Fujifilm X Mount

Fujifilm shooters, get ready to meet the smallest and lightest F2.8 standard zoom for crop-sensor mirrorless cameras. Sigma...

10 Best Photography Museums in the World

One of the best ways to get inspired and improve your photography is to look at the work...

Nikon NIKKOR Z 600mm f/4 VR Lens: First Look

The brand new NIKKOR Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S Lens is set to expand Nikon’s super telephoto...

Introducing the Fujifilm X-T5 Mirrorless Camera

Get ready for big resolution and small dimensions with brand new Fujifilm X-T5 Mirrorless Camera. Comparable in size...

Adobe Photoshop Elements 2023: Hands-On Review

Editing with the power of AI has never been more accessible. Introducing the 2023 edition of Adobe Photoshop...

What is a Zoom Lens? And When Do I Need One?

A zoom lens is the most versatile lens any photographer can own. Compared to a prime lens, which...

Best Phone Mounts and Holders in 2022

It’s a common saying that the best camera is the one that you have with you. For times...

MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro: Which is Right for You?

Searching for a new MacBook might be more complicated than it once was. As the Apple lineup expands,...

What is a Vignette?

A vignette is a dark border, commonly seen in photography. A vignette in photography can be created either...

Spot Healing Brush Tool: Everything You Need to Know

If you’ve been photographing for long, you’ve undoubtedly come across a time where your photo had unwanted spots,...

How to Use the Content Aware Scale in Photoshop

The Content Aware Scale tool in Photoshop is the perfect tool to adjust your composition and change the...

What to Know About the New Profoto A2 Monolight

Profoto has just announced the release of the brand new Profoto A2 Monolight. If you’re in a situation...

How to Fix Blurry Pictures in Photoshop

In a perfect world, every photo we take would be perfectly sharp coming right out the camera. Most...

Best Tripods for Your Phone

The best camera you have is the one that is always with you. The quality of photos and...

Best Tech Products for Your Next Beach Trip

With summer coming up quickly on the horizon, now is the time to stock up on some of...

What is an Intervalometer?

Whether you’re a professional photographer or just take casual snapshots, there will be a time when an intervalometer...

V-Flat Boards Announced in New Reversible Colors

Lifestyle photographers won’t want to miss out on this recent announcement by V-Flat World. Their new V-Flat boards...

Nikon Launches Nikkor Z 800mm F6.3 VR S Phase Fresnel Lens

Nikon mirrorless shooters now have a new telephoto lens to get excited about. Nikon just announced its release...
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Best Free Video Editing Apps in 2022

We have researched tons of video editing apps to bring you the below list of the best free...
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Best Photo Editing Apps for Mobile Devices in 2022

Now that nearly everyone has a smartphone with a powerful camera on them at all times, the next...

How to Create a Glow Effect on Photos

Adding a little glow to your images can go a long way in making the photo more appealing...

Canon Announces Two New Super Telephoto Lenses

Canon mirrorless shooters will be thrilled to learn about the announcement of two brand new super telephoto lenses,...

How to Blur a Background in Photoshop

Busy backgrounds can ruin an otherwise great photo. Luckily, Photoshop makes it easy to blur the background on...

Focal Length Blending: What Is It and How Do I Do It?

If you’ve been shooting photos for long, you may be aware of a technique called focal length blending,...

How to Add Fonts to Photoshop

In Photoshop, you can add text to any image or graphic you are working with. Photoshop comes with...

How to Resize a Photo in Photoshop

Photoshop makes it easy to be able to resize your photos. Whether you want to resize your photos...

A Complete Guide to Color Grading (in Lightroom & Photoshop)

Color grading is all about adjusting the colors and tones in your images. Lightroom and Photoshop recently updated...

Selective Focus in Photography: What Is It and How to Use It?

Selective focus in photography is exactly what it sounds like — choosing which parts of your image will...

Optical Zoom vs Digital Zoom: What's the Difference?

In photography, zoom allows you to get a closer view of your subject. Whether that be zooming in...

Dynamic Range in Photography: What You Need to Know

Dynamic range is one of the most important, yet least understood features to keep in mind when buying...

How to Make a Layer Mask in Photoshop

Learning how to use layer masks in Photoshop will elevate your post-processing skills to previously unreachable heights. Layer...

Photoshop Elements 2022: A Hands-On Review

Photoshop Elements has long been known as a beginner’s version of Photoshop, where photographers can make basic edits...

9 Tips for Beginner Ocean Photography

In general, landscape photography is challenging. Ocean photography can be even more challenging. With conditions that are always...
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The biggest day of savings is finally here! Black Friday is back, and with it comes a slew...
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What is Composite Photography and How is it Done?

Have you ever been in the right place at the wrong time? Every day, photographers visit locations and...

Nikon Introduces NIKKOR Z 28mm F/2.8 Lens, Perfect for Street Photography

Mirrorless cameras are quickly becoming a huge hit among the photography community. Nikon has seen great success with...
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Best Apps for Photographers in 2021

Your smartphone is probably not the first thing you go to when out shooting photos on your DSLR...
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How to Create Dreamy Photos Using the Orton Effect

Of the hundreds of different effects you can use to enhance your photos in post processing, there is...

7 Post Production Mistakes to Avoid When Photo Editing

We’ve all been there. You capture an amazing image in the field that you can’t wait to get...

How to Warp Photos for More Compelling Compositions

Have you ever gotten home to review your images, just to see that the photos didn’t quite seem...

Best Telescopes for Beginners in 2025

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Blue Hour: How to Capture the Best Images Under a Dark Sky

Most landscape and nature photographers know that sunset and sunrise are two of the best times to capture...

5 Tips for Capturing Bokeh

If you’ve been around the photography community long, you know that photographers love bokeh. Bokeh comes from a...

Focus Modes Explained: Which One Should I Use?

Choosing the correct focus mode for your photography is crucial. Oftentimes, it can be the difference between getting...

5 Settings to Change on Your New Camera

You’ve just opened the box to your brand-new camera. You are ready to get out there and start...
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5 Steps to Speed Up Your Lightroom Catalog

Does your Lightroom Catalog seem to be not as fast as it once was? You’ve come to the right...

How to Use Lightroom Smart Collections to Speed Up Your Workflow

Lightroom smart collections probably aren’t the first thing you think of when you hear about speeding up your...
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Mastering Composition: 10 Essential Techniques Every Photographer Should Know

Learn the basic photography composition techniques. Understand the concepts of symmetrical balance, contrast, the rule of thirds &...
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4 Essential Camera Lens Filters for Landscape Photography

If you want to become a better landscape photographer, you must understand and know how to utilize camera...
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How to Pick a Star Tracker for Astrophotography: What You Need to Know

People have gained interest in star tracking and photography, but there are a few things to know about...
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ND Filter vs Polarizer: What's the Difference?

Correctly using an ND filter and a polarizing filter when shooting outdoors will not only allow you to...

How to Photograph the Total Solar Eclipse

The pinnacle of all celestial events happens to be a fan-favorite for creators all over the world. Photographers...

What is an EVF?

When buying a digital camera, photographers tend to pay the most attention to the lens, sensor, megapixel count,...

How to Add Bokeh to an Image

Ever wondered how professional photographers create those stunning orb-like circles in the background of their photos? Learn in...

How to Shoot a Time Lapse Video

Not everyone can spend a whole day watching a cloud formation race across a sky, or a flower...
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Dynamic Range Photography Explained

If you've ever had to take a photograph on a bright sunny day, chances are pretty high that...
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Photoshop CC, Elements, or Lightroom: Which Is Best For Your Photo Editing?

What's the difference between Photoshop CC, Elements and Lightroom? Which is best for you—or do you need more...