Camera lens filter types and how to choose
by Georgy Politsarnov, translated by Piotr
Lens filters confuse beginners more than any other accessory. Here are the filters digital cameras no longer need, the four they still need and how to pick one.
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Do you need a UV filter? When to use one
by Konstantin Voronov, translated by Piotr
Protective and UV filters are frequently recommended with a new camera or lens. When does a digital camera actually need one, and when does it hurt the image?
What is an ND filter and how to use one
by Konstantin Voronov, translated by Piotr
An ND filter cuts the light entering the lens, so you can use long shutter speeds or a wide aperture in bright sun. ND8 to ND1000, variable NDs, step by step.
Fujifilm Instax Link Wide: a portable smartphone printer
by Georgy Politsarnov, translated by Piotr
The Fujifilm Instax Link Wide is a portable printer ready to print pictures via Bluetooth from a smartphone or brand system cameras such as the Fujifilm X-S10. Instax Wide branded paper is used for printing. The company focuses on portability and speed. It takes 12 seconds to transfer and start printing, but there is information …
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8 Best Mirrorless Cameras Under $1,000 and a Buying Guide
by Piotr
Buying a camera of any kind is often not an easy decision. Some even repeat the cycle multiple times before making a decision. I understand that it can be frustrating. So, I spent hours researching the best affordable mirrorless cameras for every crop factor. And beginners! I’ve got your back too with this little buyer’s …
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Epson SureColor SC-P700 Photo Printer Test
by Georgy Politsarnov, translated by Piotr
Epson SureColor SC-P700 Feature Overview We are used to entrusting the most valuable things – from bank cards to photographs – to digital gadgets. Cloud storage and large disks, bright modern high-resolution screens, social networks – this is the comfort zone of a modern person. And yet there are pleasant exceptions. Today we will talk …
New Life for Old Lenses on the Nikon Z System
by Konstantin Voronov, translated by Piotr
The history of photography and the evolution of photographic equipment goes back almost 200 years. During this time, many interesting creative tools were released, some of which can still be used today. I am writing primarily about lenses. It is the lens that forms the image on the sensor of a digital camera. And the …
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Sony ECM-B1M digital microphone test
by Piotr
Sony ECM-B1M: Say No to Noise It would seem that on-camera microphones are more than a dozen years old, and external recorders have long taken root in serious video production. But both solutions have their drawbacks. Due to the external cable, the on-camera microphone can collect noise and interference. Even if the shielding of the …
New Manfrotto Chroma Key FX Chroma Key Backgrounds
by Piotr
Manfrotto Chroma Key FX Backgrounds are versatile portable background kits for the demanding and active video content creator. Chroma key technology, previously used primarily in television and filming, has significantly expanded its scope of application. This is not only the creation of exciting scenes with special effects but also budget optimization due to the ability …
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What does a polarizing filter do? A CPL guide
by Konstantin Voronov, translated by Piotr
Glare on water, reflections in a shop window, a pale summer sky. A polarizing filter fixes all three in camera. Here is how it works and how to use one well.
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Profoto A10 Test: The Most Versatile Pulse Light
by Georgy Politsarnov, translated by Piotr
Today we are testing the new Profoto A10 flash, which is the continuation of the A1 and A1x range. At first glance, this is an ordinary flash, but if you take a closer look… Profoto A10 is adapted to work with various, including studio attachments and synchronizers, which can work both as a separate source …
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Formatting an SD card
by Piotr
An SD card holds a lot of data in your camera. To keep your SD card secure and make sure that your camera is ready before your next photography shoot, you might want to format the SD card before each use. This article covers the need to format an SD card and the various ways …