Novoflex release the world’s first “reversible” tripod ball heads

John Aldred

Novoflex have just announced some new ClassicBall ball heads and they look pretty interesting. Why are they interesting to me? Well, they’re reversible. This means that you don’t have to shots that go off-level when you pan. Great for video and landscape shooters. The new ClassicBall comes in three sizes for different load capacities. They have […]

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Rihanna posts photoshopped photos of Queen Elizabeth II, causes backlash from fans

Dunja Djudjic

On April 21, Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her 91st birthday. Many people found a convenient way to pay a tribute to Her Majesty, but a famous singer Rihanna did something that her fans saw as disrespectful. The singer posted several photos on her Instagram where the head of the Queen of England was photoshopped on […]

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The Falcon has Landed – Working with film from the Apollo 15 Moon mossion

Jon C. Haverstick

I recently had the amazing opportunity to work with some very interesting historical media. A retired NASA engineer friend contacted me having found a box of photographic films in his desk drawer. Turns out the box contained two partial rolls and several cut slides of 70mm film from the 1971 Apollo 15 mission! What a […]

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16 things every photographer should be able to do in less than 10 seconds

Dunja Djudjic

As a professional photographer, you really need to know your stuff.  And there are some things you should be able to do fast, without thinking or even without looking. Ed Gregory from Photos in Color has a list of 16 things every photographer should be able to do in less than 10 seconds. If you’re […]

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Is photography the best educator? I think so and here’s why

Dano Pendygrasse

It’s been said that in 2017 everyone is a photographer, and from the unrelenting firehose of pictures that fill every inch of digital real estate and social media these days I can see why folks would think that. Of course just taking a picture doesn’t make you a photographer any more than microwaving a bag […]

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Suspending objects with fishing line: what you should always have around

Dunja Djudjic

There’s more to a successful shoot than just the photo and lighting gear. There are plenty others bits and pieces to carry with you, that will enable you efficient and successful shooting and help you overcome gear problems that may emerge. We’ve seen plenty of great practical tips from Jay P. Morgan so far about […]

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Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Review

Amy Davies

The Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM is a fast moderate telephoto prime lens for full-frame DSLR cameras. The 135mm f/1.8 features 13 optical elements in 10 groups and a HSM focusing system which provides quiet, smooth and fast autofocus with full-time manual focus override. Retailing for £1,399 / $1,648, read our expert Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM review to find out if it’s the ultimate 135mm lens…

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6 Tips for Protecting your Camera at the Beach

Nick Minore

I’m lucky enough to be spending a few days relaxing with my family on a beach. On our way there, I was charging my camera batteries and starting thinking of a few tips for keeping my camera safe while still snapping on the sandy shore. Isn’t my Camera Body Weather-Sealed? Luckily yes, most camera bodies…