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Wrong assumptions beginners make about lenses – are you guilty of spreading these myths?

Nov 26, 2021 by John Aldred Add Comment
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When you’re new to photography, there’s a lot of new jargon to learn and some of it can be confusing. There are also technical aspects that feel like if you don’t have a degree in advanced physics, you’ll never understand them. And there are people who think they understand them, explain them badly and either create or perpetuate myths that make terminology and techniques even more confusing.

In this video, photographer Robin Wong goes through five of the most common myths and incorrect assumptions new photographers make (and that even some more experienced users don’t really understand, yet try to explain to others) about lenses.

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Avoid these 7 common beginner landscape photography pitfalls

Nov 2, 2021 by Alex Baker Add Comment
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Landscape photography is such a joy. It was probably the thing that got me into photography in the first place and since the lifting of the lockdowns I’ve been having an absolute blast getting outside and rediscovering my love of capturing epic scenery and sunsets (I’m definitely more of a sunset person than sunrise, particularly if I haven’t had coffee!). But it’s not easy.

Two weeks ago I found myself at the top of a mountain lookout in the Pyrenees with nothing short of breathtaking views, and I found it very difficult to come up with a pleasing composition. The scenery was just too much to take in, there was nothing to put in the foreground. What I really needed was to watch this video by Photo Tom so that I could have avoided these 7 common mistakes that he sees in his landscape workshops.

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Pick up these eight photography tips in just two minutes

Feb 4, 2021 by Dunja Djudjic Add Comment
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If you’re new to photography, it’s probably overwhelming and you may not know where to start. In this video, Sawyer Hartman gives you eight great tips that will inspire you, challenge you, and help you improve at photography.

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Fujifilm X-T200 announced: 24MP, 4K/24fps stabilized video for $800

Jan 23, 2020 by Dunja Djudjic Add Comment
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Fujifilm has just announced X-T200, an affordable entry-level mirrorless camera. It’s the successor to the X-T100, which was launched two years ago, and it brings some improvements over its older cousin. With this camera, Fuji targets both photographers and filmmakers, bringing together some features that both groups of creatives will find useful. So, let’s dive in and see what Fuji brings us in its latest camera, and how it differs from the X-T100.

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Avoid these seven mistakes all beginner landscape photographers make

Dec 17, 2018 by Dunja Djudjic Add Comment
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We all make tons of mistakes as photographers, but naturally, we tend to make more of them when we’re just starting out. While learning from our own mistakes is effective, it’s a painstaking process. After all, learning from the mistakes of others is better because “you can’t live long enough to make them all yourself.” So, in this video, Nigel Danson shares seven of the most common mistakes made by beginner landscape photographers. Hopefully, they will help you skip making them yourself and you’ll improve your photography skills.

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5 common camera setting mistakes beginning photographers make

Dec 10, 2018 by Christian Hoiberg 3 Comments
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Learning how to properly handle the camera is the most important aspect of improving your photography. While composition, light and post-processing have a big visual impact, they are second in line when it comes to where your priorities should be in the beginning.

Fellow photographer Ugo Cei has talked about a neat little trick he uses to teach his clients how to better learn the camera: use a brown paper bag to cover the camera, place your hands inside and change the ISO, Shutter Speed and Aperture. When you’re able to adjust these without looking, you’re familiar enough with your camera to move on (it goes without saying that you’ll also need to understand how these fundamental settings work).

Making mistakes is part of the learning progress but the sooner you become aware of them, the better. So, let’s address a few of the most common camera setting mistakes and how to fix them.

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These are the first 10 items beginner filmmakers need to buy

Nov 29, 2018 by Dunja Djudjic Add Comment
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If you’re just starting out as a filmmaker and looking into buying gear, it may seem overwhelming. So much to buy, so many options – and it can all be pretty expensive. But Matti Haapoja’s latest video is here to make the decisions easier and help you get your first kit. He suggests the first 10 items new filmmakers need to buy and gives you a couple of examples of the affordable, yet high-quality gear.

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Nikon launches D3500: more compact, cheaper and with more battery life than its predecessors

Aug 30, 2018 by Dunja Djudjic 2 Comments
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Although the launch of Nikon Z mirrorless cameras, lenses and the adapter is still under the spotlight, Nikon has just launched D3500. The new entry-level DSLR is a successor to the Nikon D3400. Although honestly doesn’t include many innovations over the previous model, there are some perks that might make you choose it over its predecessor.

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Best Buy now offers free and $50 photography workshops

Aug 2, 2018 by Dunja Djudjic 4 Comments
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When you think of Best Buy, photography lessons are probably not what first comes to mind. But, the chain now offers photography workshops in 80 of their stores across the US. If you’re into beginner classes, you can attend them for free. The intermediate-level lessons are paid, but they’re pretty affordable and only cost $50.

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Three things you should know before you start photography

May 29, 2018 by Dunja Djudjic 2 Comments
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So, you’re into photography, you want to get your first camera and get serious about it. There is plenty to learn and it’s an incredible, creative journey. And before you start, Pierre T. Lambert shares three things he wishes he knew before starting photography. These may help you make right decisions when choosing which gear to buy, but also help you take better shots.

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