Posts by Author: Anzalna Siddiqui

Anzalna Siddiqui
A psychology major in her third year of Bachelor’s, Anzalna Siddiqui has endless curiosity for the human mind and a deep love for storytelling – both through words and visuals. Though she hasn’t taken up photography as a profession, her Instagram is where her passion finds its home. In addition to this, she’s a travel enthusiast who never travels without her camera because every place has a story waiting to be captured.
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    Is It the Gear or the Photographer? A Honest Look at What Matters
    Jun 9, 2025 Anzalna Siddiqui

    This classic discussion never dies: Does gear matter in photography? Or is it all about the person behind the lens? You’ve likely seen this question…

    Google Introduces New AI Filmmaking Tool Flow for Creative Storytellers

    Google Introduces New AI Filmmaking Tool Flow for Creative Storytellers
    Jun 5, 2025 Anzalna Siddiqui

    Google just introduced its new AI filmmaking tool, Flow, which is intended to enable creators to realize their stories in new and natural ways. Developed…

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    Walther Photography Collection Gift to Met Museum to Showcase Over 6,500 Works
    Jun 5, 2025 Anzalna Siddiqui

    The Walther photography collection gift to the Met is among the largest the museum has ever received. The Walther Family Foundation and collector Artur Walther…

    Topaz Photo AI Finally Perfected Noise Reduction

    Has Topaz Photo AI Finally Perfected Noise Reduction in Version 4?
    Jun 3, 2025 Anzalna Siddiqui

    If you’ve ever had to increase your ISO a lot or attempted to capture quick movements in poor lighting, you understand the frustration of dealing…

    Apple Building an Immersive Cinema Camera

    Is Apple Building an Immersive Cinema Camera? Metallica Concert Is the First Test
    Jun 2, 2025 Anzalna Siddiqui

    Apple might be more than simply entertaining fans with its new concert. Apple did a special immersive Metallica concert in early 2025 for its Vision…

    Diagram of Canon RF lens optical design from patent, showing multiple grouped lens elements labeled L1 to L6 with sections for image stabilization (IS), focus, and internal zoom mechanism.

    Canon RF Lenses: New Patent Hints at Compact 70-200mm f/4 Model
    Jun 2, 2025 Anzalna Siddiqui

    Canon could be developing something new once more. A new patent has just dropped, revealing that Canon is researching novel optical systems for Canon RF…

    Viltrox DC-A1 Camera Monitor

    Viltrox DC-A1 Camera Monitor Let You See Screen in Sunlight
    Jun 2, 2025 Anzalna Siddiqui

    Shooting outside can be problematic when the sun shines directly on your screen. But the Viltrox DC-A1 camera monitor hopes to solve that with its…

    a fully rigged Sony FX2 cinema camera, equipped with a large shotgun microphone, external monitor, and additional accessories, against a dim, neutral background.

    The New Sony FX2 Adds Tilting EVF and Boosted Photo Performance
    Jun 2, 2025 Anzalna Siddiqui

    Sony has just launched the FX2 Digital Cinema Camera. I see it as an excellent piece of gear, especially for those who often switch between…

    Compact DJI Flip drone with built-in propeller guards and front-facing camera, displayed on a dark surface for product showcase.

    DJI Flip Firmware Update Adds Dolly Zoom—A Big Win for Creative Shooters
    May 31, 2025 Anzalna Siddiqui

    DJI has released a new firmware update that adds Dolly Zoom to the Flip, a fantastic addition. If you’ve been using the DJI Flip, you…

    Five tips to finally push yourself forward as a photographer

    Is Your Personality Secretly Influencing Your Photography?
    May 30, 2025 Anzalna Siddiqui

    Introversion and extroversion are part of your personality. Avoiding things you don’t like is natural and part of human psychology. This applies to photography as…