In our biggest FAQ about product photography yet, we discuss some of the most common questions a photographer at any skill level might have, from simple ones about settings to complex ones about the type of reflection a leather surface produces under hard light. This article was created to help you create better product images.
We shoot with the Canon EOS R6 Mark II mirrorless camera at a real wedding and a live concert and test the camera that changes the rules when it comes to shooting in low light and at high speed.
Whether you are a portrait, wedding, or family photographer, one of the most useful skills you can learn is how to balance ambient light and flash. If you would like to improve your portraiture work, check out this helpful video that will show you a method for balancing flash and ambient light to create more balanced and complete portraits.
Sigma’s Contemporary line intends to bring you a quality lens in a light and compact package. This isn’t Sigma’s flagship line, but does this lens have what it takes to go up against the others? It’s light, small, fast, sturdy and cheap. Does this Sigma lens check all the boxes on our list?
If you dive into flash photography, it is said that manual flash is the only way to go. It offers full control over the amount of light. Although this is true, there are situations when TTL flash measurement is the better choice. I’m talking about on-camera flash photography.
Getting it right in camera is definitely the best thing to do. If you can correctly light, compose, and white balance your footage and images, then you’re probably going to have an easier time. However, there are situations when the lighting just isn’t working or you need to capture footage in less-than-ideal situations. In those situations, use Topaz Labs. Right now, they’re having a Hholiday sale.
As a portrait photographer, learning how to work with artificial light will enable far more creative exploration and free you from needing to rely on certain times of day, locations, and conditions. The best place to start is with a single light. This great video tutorial will show you the ins and outs of working with a single speedlight and how to use it to create a professional-level portrait.
