The Exposure Triangle Explained for Beginners
Learning the exposure triangle – the 3 main settings of ISO, aperture, and shutter speed – will put you on the path toward creating great photographs.
Understanding the Reciprocal Rule in Photography to Take Better Photos
Discover what the reciprocal rule is, how to use it when determining your shutter speed, and how it is affected by IS, sensor size, and more!
What is Lens Flare? When and When Not to Use It
Learn what lens flare means, how to avoid it or use it to your advantage in photography.
Mastering Long Exposure Photography
Here are tips to get you started with long exposure photography, which is an essential skill for beginners to master. It gives you creative freedom and teaches you how to handle unexpected low-light conditions.
Camera Settings For a Solar Eclipse: What You Need to Know
With how quickly the eclipse comes and goes, you should prepare far in advance by learning some key camera settings, researching what gear to use, and figuring out your best overall shooting strategy.
15 Overlooked Camera Settings for Any Photographer
Whether you just bought your first camera or you’re looking to improve your photography skills, the first step is learning how to take full advantage of your camera settings.
Summer Photography Tutorials and Ideas
In celebration of the summer solstice, here are a few summer photography tutorials to brighten your morning and get you motivated to enjoy the year’s longest day with camera in hand.
What is Aperture in Photography?
Aperture is the opening of your lens that light travels through to hit the camera sensor. Let’s discuss the aperture setting and how it affects your photos.
How to Handle Your Camera’s Metering in Snow
When we photograph snow, we need to pay closer attention to the light meters in our cameras. While all manufacturers have different terms and technologies for what their in-camera meters do, all of them basically function the same. Here is a breakdown of what they are and how to use them properly for great winter wonderland shots.
Introduction to Full Frame vs Crop Frame Sensors Plus Great Sensor Comparison Resources
A quick primer on everything you need to know about sensor size and what it means for your photography, plus a list of great sensor comparison tools to try out!
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