Photo Equipment

Discover the best photography equipment to achieve better results. Read our guides to the best cameras, lenses, lighting, tripods, filters, and more.

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  • How to Use the BMPCC: Complete Guide to Setup, Filming, and Post-Production

    How to Use the BMPCC: Complete Guide to Setup, Filming, and Post-Production

    Marie Gardiner
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    1. A Beginner's Introduction to Wide Angle Photography

      A Beginner's Introduction to Wide Angle Photography

      Tutorial Beginner

      Today we're going to take a step back and view the art of photography through a much wider perspective, which is a terribly pun-filled way to say that this...

    2. Canon PowerShot GX1: Practical Review

      Canon PowerShot GX1: Practical Review

      Tutorial Beginner

      Although not perfect, the new PowerShot Canon GX1 has a major asset: its new CMOS sensor, six times bigger than the G12 CCD sensor. While the technical...

    3. 10 Ways to Effectively Light a Portrait Shoot

      10 Ways to Effectively Light a Portrait Shoot

      Tutorial Beginner

      As a photographer, it's essential that you understand how the light is working within your shots. Contrary to popular belief, lighting a portrait shot...

    4. Using High Speed Sync Flash for Great Flower Photos

      Using High Speed Sync Flash for Great Flower Photos

      Tutorial Beginner

      Is there any reason to use flash in the middle of the day to photograph flowers? Yes, if you want a different look and absolute control of the time of day....

    5. A Primer to Digital Medium Format Camera

      A Primer to Digital Medium Format Camera

      Tutorial Beginner

      Over the last few months, I've observed a trend among several well known photographers. No longer satisfied with crop factor cameras or even 35mm equivalent...

    6. Quick Tip: Show Your Valentine Love with Light Painting

      Quick Tip: Show Your Valentine Love with Light Painting

      Tutorial Beginner

      Valentine's Day is soon upon us, and we all know that loved ones like to receive homemade gifts. Here's a simple but fun idea that's perfect for creating a...

    7. Sibling Rivalry: The Canon 1DX and Nikon D4

      Sibling Rivalry: The Canon 1DX and Nikon D4

      Tutorial Beginner

      There are tons of articles and videos comparing and contrasting Canon and Nikon cameras more than I would personally like to recognize both by mindless...

    8. A Beginner's Guide to Shooting in Low Light

      A Beginner's Guide to Shooting in Low Light

      Tutorial Beginner

      As photographers, we're always being told that light is the most important element of our work, that the shots we produce are dependent upon the light...

    9. Comparing Four Fantastic Lenses for Travel

      Comparing Four Fantastic Lenses for Travel

      Tutorial Beginner

      This article is an answer to those seeking simplicity in their travel photography life. It is for someone who loves to take a range of photos while on the...

    10. 10 Tips for Making Natural Light Portraits

      10 Tips for Making Natural Light Portraits

      Tutorial Intermediate

      Learning to use light effectively is essential for all photographers, there is no substitute for understanding how light works and appreciating how to use it...

    11. Two Perfect Backpacks For The Adventurous Photographer

      Two Perfect Backpacks For The Adventurous Photographer

      Tutorial Beginner

      Last week, we talked about choosing the right camera bag for your needs. If backpacks are your bag of choice, then look no further. We're comparing at two...

    12. A Guide to Russian & Soviet / Former Soviet Cameras

      A Guide to Russian & Soviet / Former Soviet Cameras

      Tutorial Beginner

      Germany has Leica, Zeiss, Voiglander and Rollei. Sweden has Hasselblad. Japan has Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Sony and Olympus. If you're a photographer, you know...