These days, you don’t need professional photography equipment to take stunning photos. The smartphone in your pocket has the power to capture the kind of high-quality shots you can find in magazines – and it’s extremely easy to use, too! That said, smartphone photography involves more than grabbing that iPhone or Google Pixel, turning on […]
Photographing the wide world can be thrilling, but it’s also not without its dangers. Whether you’re strolling down the streets of Paris or trekking the mountains of Nepal, the threat of losing your cherished (and costly) gear to theft is real. And let’s face it: Losing your gear doesn’t just hurt your wallet. A moment […]
If you’re struggling to choose the right travel photography gear, you’ve come to the right place. You see, new travel photographers are always asking me about the equipment they should buy. And over time, I’ve developed a standard set of items that every travel shooter must own, from the absolute beginner to the serious professional. […]
Camera lenses include quite a few numbers – and many of these are often confusing or obscure, especially for beginners. That’s why, in this article, I’m going to run through all the important camera lens numbers you’ll encounter. I’ll explain what the numbers actually mean, and I’ll also explain why they matter for your photography. […]
Icy temperatures certainly make for amazing photos. You can capture sparkling snow, stunning frost, white-capped mountains, frozen lakes, and so much more – assuming your gear can handle the cold, that is. Unfortunately, most cameras, lenses, and accessories aren’t optimized for freezing temperatures. And if you’re not careful, cold-weather photoshoots will cause an array of […]