In photography, ISO is a rating of your camera sensor's sensitivity to light. A lower ISO like 50 or 100 means that the sensor will require longer shutter speeds and larger apertures to properly expose an image. A higher ISO like 1600 or 3200 will require shorter shutter speeds and/or smaller apertures to properly expose…
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New full-frame mirrorless cameras will offer a high dynamic range mode and a high-resolution mode Adam Miller loves New York City. He never takes it for granted and appreciates all that it gives. That's why no matter the season, you will find him out with his camera making his awesome photographs.
Known for his fine art prints and breathtaking cityscapes, Miller also is an excellent street photographer. We were particularly drawn to his project NYC Snow Blizzards in which he has created a series of images, documenting New Yorkers during the coldest of climates. We spoke to him to discuss the project and to get a better understanding of what life is like shooting street during the challenging blizzard season... Editor's Note: We welcome Bob Panick to Photofocus. Bob is an enthusiastic amateur photographer based in the Detroit area. Bob shoots a variety of subjects including sports, landscape, nature and automotive. Bob has little to no interest in being a professional photographer and shoots for his own enjoyment. Bob learned photography back in the 70s, got…
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Check out the new Luminar 3, coming this December. Perfectly Clear Complete – Built for precision. Made for beauty. Perfectly Clear has mastered the science of intelligent image correction - creating superior quality photos in record time, so you can get back to doing what you really love...in no time. Special Photofocus deal here. V-Flat World – Lightweight and easy to transport, the Foldable V-Flat from V-Flat World makes it easy to travel, collapsing down to 40 x 40 x 2 inches. Learn more at vflatworld.com. Adobe Creative Cloud – Creative Cloud gives you the world's best apps and services for video, design, photography and the web, whether you're a beginner or a pro! Plans start at $9.99/mo. at adobe.com. Viewbug – Learn and improve your photography with over 500 videos. Trusted by millions around the world, join over 2 million photographers who already use Viewbug. HDR Learning Center – Check out new ways to use High Dynamic Range photography to make compelling images. Free tutorials and posts to get results. Produced in partnership with HDRsoft. ThinkTAP – New online education for photographers by working professionals. Be one of the first 50 people to buy our new time-lapse training for only $99 (that's 60% off); use the code TL50. Award-winning travel photographer and Sony Artisan of Imagery Bob Krist is known for his colorful, precisely composed still photographs, but in recent years he's been shooting an increasing amount of video, too. Carrying a single camera that can shoot impeccable 20-megapixel still images plus professional-quality 4K video-with the creative adaptability of a 25x zoom lens built in-allows Krist to focus on his subject, not his gear. “As impressive as the Sony RX10 IV is as a still camera, it might be even more impressive as a video camera,” Krist says. “The super-crisp 4K at 100 Mbps in Sony's XAVC S codec is just the beginning. You can also shoot slow motion, with no crop or time limit, in HD at 60 fps and even 120 fps, all day long-and it records audio as well at these high frame rates.” When shooting video, the importance of audio quality can't be overstated-poor audio quality distracts viewers from the narrative. “Audio is hugely important in video production,” Krist agrees, “and the Sony RX10 IV is fully prepared with not only a microphone jack but a headphone jack as well,” allowing you to monitor what's being recorded and make adjustments if needed. “There's even an HDMI port so you can run a monitor,” he notes. “In fact, this camera is so versatile for video that at least one video accessory company has made a 'camera cage' for it, so it can be connected to shoulder rigs and rails.” Another consideration when choosing a camera for video, especially for on-location travel documentary, is its ability to perform in a variety of lighting conditions from dawn to dusk and beyond. Krist has been impressed with the flexibility of the Sony RX10 IV in this regard, too. “The backlit sensor produces excellent, noise-free footage with good dynamic range, even at higher ISOs,” he reports. “I can shoot it up to ISO 1600 without a second thought and will go as high as 3200 or 6400 in a pinch.” The RX10 IV's integrated 25x zoom gives Krist the option to frame his subjects with a wide-angle perspective to capture the expanse of the scene or to zoom in for tighter compositions on the action. “Having a 24-600mm f/2.8-4 ZEISS T* zoom permanently attached to your camera is an amazing convenience. The lens is crisp and contrasty, with excellent color rendition. Using the zoom rocker control, you can get smooth zooms in and out,” he says. There's also another big benefit to a camera with an integrated lens for video work-dust control. “Because the lens is permanently attached and the camera is well sealed, you never, ever have to worry about dust spots on your sensor. Retouching a sensor dust spot out of a still image is a piece of cake, but in a video file recording 24, 30, 60 or even 120 frames per second? As we say in my native New Jersey, 'fuhgetaboudit!'” Sony's Clear Image Zoom technology expands on the camera's 25x zoom to allow even greater magnification when shooting from a distance. “Video is where Sony's Clear Image Zoom really comes into its own,” says Krist. “Imagine being able to zoom in 100 percent-making your lens a 1200mm equivalent-on your 4K file without losing a bit of quality. The Sony RX10 IV's 20-megapixel sensor has more than enough real estate to allow this to happen. A friend of mine who is a full-time news cameraman for one of the big three networks calls the RX10 IV his 'secret weapon' and has used the amazing reach of this lens on many a news job. If the quality is good enough for network television news,” he remarks, “it's good enough for me.” “I was never really a big fan of the all-in-one camera,” says Krist, “but the Sony RX10 IV has made a believer out of me.” To learn more about the RX10 IV's incredible technology and versatility, visit alphauniverse.com/RX10IV. The post Stories In Motion: Sony RX10 IV appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. Luminar 3, also known as Luminar with libraries is the long-awaited starting point of Skylum adding digital asset management - DAM - to its standalone image processing/editing software. Adding photos to the library Before using the library, photos have to be added to the library. Open is the first button on the upper left of…
Please Support Our Partners: Adobe Stock – The marketplace where videographers and photographers make money with their video footage and still photographs. Become a contributor today! ACDSee – Experience ultimate creative freedom with the world's first digital asset manager and RAW editor with layers. ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2019 is the answer to your creative graphic and photography needs. Illuminati Instruments – Maker of the Illuminati meter that measures flash & ambient, color temperature and chromaticity in a compact case that links to a smartphone. B&H – B&H is a world renowned supplier of all the gear photographers, videographers, and cinematographers need and want to create their very best work. Skylum – Your photos, more beautiful in minutes. Makers of Luminar, Aurora and Photolemur, Skylum adapts to your style and skill level. Check out the new Luminar 3, coming this December. Perfectly Clear Complete – Built for precision. Made for beauty. Perfectly Clear has mastered the science of intelligent image correction - creating superior quality photos in record time, so you can get back to doing what you really love...in no time. Special Photofocus deal here. V-Flat World – Lightweight and easy to transport, the Foldable V-Flat from V-Flat World makes it easy to travel, collapsing down to 40 x 40 x 2 inches. Learn more at vflatworld.com. Adobe Creative Cloud – Creative Cloud gives you the world's best apps and services for video, design, photography and the web, whether you're a beginner or a pro! Plans start at $9.99/mo. at adobe.com. Viewbug – Learn and improve your photography with over 500 videos. Trusted by millions around the world, join over 2 million photographers who already use Viewbug. HDR Learning Center – Check out new ways to use High Dynamic Range photography to make compelling images. Free tutorials and posts to get results. Produced in partnership with HDRsoft. ThinkTAP – New online education for photographers by working professionals. Be one of the first 50 people to buy our new time-lapse training for only $99 (that's 60% off); use the code TL50. This week's photography topic for our weekly challenge is DOORWAYS! I'm a big fan of photographing doorways. There is so much mystery behind them. They are an opening to other possibilities and secret worlds… Post a picture of a doorway, or peering through one. Check out some of the articles below that give you tips on finding and shooting doorway pictures. You may like to try adding some black and white or split-tone effects to your image:
Photography Weekly Challenge – DoorwaysSimply upload your shot into the comment field (look for the little camera icon in the Disqus comments section) and they'll be embedded for us all to see. Or if you'd prefer, upload them to your favorite photo-sharing site and leave the link to them. Show me your best images in this week's challenge! Share in the dPS Facebook GroupYou can also share your images in the dPS Facebook group as the challenge is posted there each week as well. If you tag your photos on Flickr, Instagram, Twitter or other sites – tag them as #DPSDOORWAYS to help others find them. Linking back to this page might also help others know what you're doing so that they can share in the fun. The post Weekly Photography Challenge – Doorways appeared first on Digital Photography School. Discover how to mimic a digital glitch effect with just a few tools and techniques in this Adobe Illustrator typography tutorial.Glitch art is the practice of manipulating and distorting imagery and typography to create irregularity by incorporating unexpected visuals and chaos in an otherwise perfect, flat design. This technique intrigues designers with its balance of the imperfect and the futuristic. Glitches are extremely versatile; you can apply them to virtually any visual, from typography to photography. There are several techniques for replicating a digital glitch effect; let's dive into how to make a typographical glitch in Adobe Illustrator using the Knife Tool, Gaussian Blur effect, and blend modes. Step 1: Insert TextWhen you apply a digital glitch effect to your typography, it's best to stick with a bold, monoweight, sans serif font. If you use thinner serifs or frilly scripts, you may not get the same drastic glitch effect. Typefaces such as Open Sans, Montserrat, or Roboto all feature simple sans serif letterforms that are ideal for adding some glitch. Used Montserrat Extra Bold Italic. Once you've found your ideal typeface, drag out a text box with the Type Tool (T). Type out a short word or phrase, like “glitch.” (It's best to keep your words to three or fewer when prepping for a digital glitch effect.) Head over to Object > Expand to convert your text path into individual vector shapes. Step 2: Activate the Knife ToolAfter you've created a Gaussian Blur effect, activate the text with the Selection Tool (V), then head over to the Knife Tool (found coupled with the Scissors and Eraser Tools). Drag down a guide from the ruler at the top of the program; if you don't see it, bring it up with Command + R. Guides help you visualize where to position the Knife Tool cuts. To make a straight cut, hold down the Shift and Option keys before dragging across. The more knife cuts you make, the more “glitchy” your text will appear. With the Selection Tool (V), click on the text path, then ungroup all letterforms with Shift + Command + G. The more knife cuts you make, the more sections you will have in each letterform. You'll notice every shape is ungrouped when you can click on an individual shape. Bring up the Selection Tool (V) once again and click and drag across similar sections, or hold down the Shift key while clicking each section. Group each cut portion together with Command + G to make manipulating each section easier - especially if you're working with multiple knife cuts. Once you've grouped each cut portion together, click on an individual section with the Selection Tool (V) and move to the left or right with the arrow keys. These movements can be subtle or drastic; experiment with different approaches. Step 3: Add Gaussian BlurTo give the typography some movement, we're going to apply the Gaussian Blur effect to the letterforms. Select all text elements and group them back together with Command + G, then navigate to Effect > Blur > Gaussian Blur. The Gaussian Blur menu presents a slider that indicates the radius of the blur. Set the Radius to around 5 pixels for a subtle blurred effect. Check off Preview for a glance at how the effect will look, then hit OK to return to the program. Step 4: Set Blend Modes and Duplicate TextNow, it's time to incorporate some “glitchy” overlays. Bring up the Transparency panel, and with your text path selected, click the dropdown menu and set the blend mode to Overlay. With the Selection Tool (V) activated, click on the text path and hold down the Option key and drag across to make a copy. Copy the text paths once again, and set the blend mode to Normal. Head over to the Swatches or Color panels and assign a bright hue - such as neon red - to the vector. Bring the text backward with Command + [ or head over to the top menu and select Object > Arrange > Send Backward. The glitch effect can take on varied appearances; experiment with different blend modes and hues to best fit your design. Step 5: Add Rectangles and Glitch BackgroundTake your digital glitch typography a step further by incorporating a glitched background, or by creating layered rectangles with the Rectangle Tool (M). Intertwine thin rectangles throughout each letterform, and set the blend mode to Overlay while applying the Gaussian Blur effect to each shape with Shift + Command + E. Play around with different shape sizes and hues, and aim to stick to a randomized approach when placing shapes across the text layout. To top it off, bring in a subtle glitched background and layer on top of all vector elements to incorporate textures and irregularity to your design. Cover image via Askhat Gilyakhov. Interested in learning other techniques to spruce up your typographic designs? Look into these articles:
The post How to Give Your Typography a Digital Glitch Effect in Illustrator appeared first on The Shutterstock Blog. The advent of the sharing economy has revolutionized everything from where we stay on vacation to how we get around while in town. And, for the most part, everything seems to be working out in the consumer's favor. Sure, there is the random, odd incident where an AirBnB rental turns into a nightmare, and it has almost become a right of passage to have one Uber ride from hell. But that doesn't mean that when things go bad they can't go really bad, as is the case in point with this story picked up by PetaPixel about camera equipment lending gone sideways. Thankfully, the company behind it all did take responsibility and helped the guy out, but he still lost his camera in what was called a “voluntary parting” by the company's insurance. The thief, for his part, got a $4500 kit of equipment for $95. Peter H. dabbled in the sharing economy using a service called KitSplit which rents out your camera equipment to people who need to use it for a short time. Peter initially had a lot of success with KitSplit and rented out a variety of equipment to many different users. One thing he noticed that made him feel better about it all was that KitSplit seemed to offer a lot of expensive equipment. He even recalls asking a customer service rep in a chat about what would happen if his gear was stolen. Long story short: His “Canon 5DS R camera with my 24-70mm f/2.8L lens and accessories” were stolen by a KitSplit user named Dev and the insurance company didn't reimburse him because it was a “voluntary parting.” You see, the policy only covered the event in which the renter had the camera stolen from them, not the event in which the renter steals it himself. The author of this tale of woe does admit that Dev didn't have any feedback on KitSplit. He also admitted that most of his previous rentals to other users had gone well. This time it did not. Not one to rest on their laurels, KitSplit even put an NYC detective on the case and there is an arrest warrant out for Dev because of other thefts he had committed in the area according to the PetaPixel story. Surprisingly, Peter said that Dev is using his camera to record his adventures all over Mississippi, New York, and Los Angeles and posting his feats on Instagram. Somewhat desperate, Peter even went to the police himself since he had all of Dev's personal information. But the police basically told him the same thing that KitSplit's insurance company did: It was a “voluntary parting” and that there isn't much they could do to help him. Since publishing his story on PetaPixel, KitSplit has fully reimbursed Peter and stresses the rarity of this occurrence. Peter continues to rent out his equipment on KitSplit though he has personal insurance to cover voluntary parting and is much more stringent in his vetting. What do you think? Have you had a bad experience renting out camera equipment to others? Let us know in the comments. The post Lender Beware – Sharing Economy Camera Transaction Ends in “Legal Theft” appeared first on Light Stalking. Have you ever been haunted by the wind when you need to make a long exposure but elements in your composition move in the breeze? You wait and wait, but the breeze doesn't subside. You try a faster shutter speed, but it's still not fast enough to stop the motion for the effect you desire. You think about returning on another day, but your schedule doesn't allow it. Fret not-there's a solution. First, make the image using a long exposure to obtain the effect you crave. And here's the beauty-next, raise your ISO, open your aperture, remove the neutral-density filter and make the photo using a shutter speed that's fast enough to freeze the motion. When you post-process the photos, use a layer mask and blend the parts of the frozen movement into the image with the slow shutter speed. Here's how. Step 1: Open both images in Camera RAW or Lightroom and make the desired adjustments to the RAW files. Be sure to SYNCHRONIZE the settings by applying identical adjustments. Step 2: With the “slow shutter speed” and “faster shutter speed” files opened, separate the two into their own windows. Step 3: With the MOVE tool selected, hold down the shift key and drag the file of the slow shutter speed image over the file of the fast one. Holding down the shift key while you move the image will automatically align the images so all the pixels match. Step 4: The fast shutter speed file is now hidden under the slower speed layer and two layers appear in the layers palette. Add a layer mask to the top layer by clicking on the ADD LAYER MASK icon at the bottom of the layers palette. Step 5: With the Layer Mask highlighted, click on the brush tool and be sure the foreground color at the bottom of the tool palette on the left side of the Photoshop workspace is set to black. Look at the top of the Photoshop workspace in the OPTIONS BAR and be sure the Blend Mode is set to normal, set the Hardness to 0% and set the Opacity to 50%. It's better to work with a soft edge brush at 50% and build up the effect than try to accomplish it with just one swipe of the brush. Step 6: Use the brush to “Paint Out” the motion of the moving leaves on the photo itself. With each stroke of the brush, more and more of the “faster layer” will be revealed. Continue painting until all the sharp leaves have “replaced” the ones that show movement. The layer mask with reveal where you applied the brush strokes. Visit www.russburdenphotography.com for information about his nature photography tours and safari to Tanzania. The post Blending Multiple Exposures In Photoshop appeared first on Outdoor Photographer. |
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