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Ron Leach  |  Feb 06, 2025

It's a simple fact that some photos look more powerful in b&w, whether you're shooting landscapes, cityscapes, portraits, or other high-contrast scenes. And all modern digital cameras have a setting that enables you to do that directly.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 31, 2025

We recently featured a quick tutorial explaining how to use Tone Curve post-processing tools to rehabilitate poorly-exposed photographs. But most photographers prefer getting things right in the camera, and that's what you'll learn how to do in the next six minutes.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 27, 2025

Are multiple exposures a happy accident or a stroke of creative genius? Well, that depends if you created the image with intention or if it was a fortunate mistake. This tutorial from the Adorama TV YouTube channel explains everything you need to know for giving images a unique look by creating impressive double exposures in the camera.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Jan 24, 2025

Modern digital cameras are technological marvels capable of creating amazing images and chockfull of innovative features. But dammit, there are a few things manufacturers could add that would enhance the overall electronic photography experience for us all. Here's my Top Ten list. What's on yours?

Ron Leach  |  Jan 16, 2025

The megapixel race shows no signs of abating as camera manufacturers continue to promote the benefits of high-res cameras while ignoring some of the disadvantages. The result is that many shooters are think about investing in a new and expensive high-resolution monster.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Jan 16, 2025

Leica just announced the SL3-S, a full-frame mirrorless camera with emphasis on video performance. Priced 25% below the 2024 price of the Leica SL3, the SL3-S is the first model in the Leica SL-System to be equipped with CAI-compliant content credentials technology. Here are the key new features, photos, pricing and availability information.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 07, 2025

You've likely heard a million times that you should forget about Jpegs and always shoot in the Raw file format. But is this really true? According to this tutorial from the Photography Explained YouTube channel, the answer isn't is clear or definitive as you've been led to believe.

Ron Leach  |  Jan 06, 2025

Are you consistently struggling to achieve accurate focus when shooting nature and wildlife photos under acceptable conditions in the field? If so, there's a good chance that your camera settings and focusing skills aren't up to par.

Ron Leach  |  Dec 17, 2024

If you're under the impression that a high-end camera is required for fast and precise focus, well, think again, because we're going to dispel that common excuse in the next 10 minutes. The good news is that you can achieve super sharp photos with whatever camera you own by using the pro techniques demonstrated below.

Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Dec 13, 2024

This isn't an ad. It's a how-to that gives you the ins and outs of using lens mount adapters to inexpensively engage some of the best glass ever made—easily and cheaply.

We're amazed that not everyone knows this. Nikon Z owners can adapt legacy Nikon F-mount optics—made by Nikon, and state-of-the-art when they were originally introduced—that work in Manual Focus Mode and Aperture Priority or Manual Exposure Mode—and they're a genuine steal compared to the price of modern optics. It's very easy and very affordable. A huge plus: while many don't realize it, the image quality is exceptional, even when compared to current lenses. Wait—there's more…

Ron Leach  |  Dec 10, 2024

Accurate Colors are an essential component of every image you capture unless, of course, monochrome is your thing. To get everything right it's important to understand the Color Space settings that are available, and how they impact your work.

Ron Leach  |  Nov 27, 2024

If you're unfamiliar with an in-camera technique known as "Expose to the Right" (ETTR) this tutorial explains the concept and demonstrates how one of our favorite pros uses it to nail exposure every time and get the best possible image quality out of every shot. The pro hack takes less that nine minutes to explain, and it will prove invaluable for every image you shoot in the great outdoors.

Ron Leach  |  Nov 21, 2024

Like it or not we live in an era where camera manufactures compete with each other for how much resolution their products offer. But there's a big difference between what you want and what you really need. That's why, budget notwithstanding, it's time to ask yourself how many megapixels are necessary for your style of photography.

Ron Leach  |  Nov 13, 2024

Here's a reassuring claim from the folks at First Choice Photo: "Capturing amazing photos doesn't have to be challenging" if you understand the concept of EXIF Data and how it can be used to evaluate images. After watching today's 11-minute primer your photography skills will improve, and you'll also learn how to safeguard your precious files.

Ron Leach  |  Nov 07, 2024

Lately we've been featuring a series of interesting tests you can easily do at home to verify the various attributes of cameras and lenses so that there are no surprises after you make a shot. The previous episode from photographer Fil Nenna explains a quick way to find the sharpest aperture setting of every lens you own, which may differ significantly from one lens to another.

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