Giving Your Photography a New Perspective
Although photography is the art of capturing light and shadow, it also portrays depth in a 2D image. Understanding how depth works is key to making photos feel more engaging.
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The Minolta TC-1 Is Really Special but You’ve Probably Never Heard of It
KEH is one of the largest pre-owned camera sales operations in the world, and the headquarters can be found in the Peach State. KEH is also the biggest and longest-standing supporter of the PetaPixel YouTube show, so we were excited to finally had an opportunity to visit the warehouse and see the operation for ourselves.
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Nature in Miniature: Advanced Techniques for Macro Compositions
Transform tiny subjects into striking works of art using advanced macro techniques that go far beyond simply getting close. In this guide, we’ll explore how experienced photographers build depth, control light, and craft intentional compositions that turn the smallest details in nature into powerful, visually compelling images.
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Flowerscapes: Photographing Flowers From a Bug’s Eye Perspective
I have wondered for many years what you would see if you were a tiny ant looking up when walking through a flower field, or a ladybug that has just landed on a flower stem.
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31 Otherworldly New Deep-Sea Species Photographed with Cutting-Edge Camera Technology
Scientists discovered and photographed 31 new deep-sea species -- typically too delicate to document -- in a matter of days using cutting-edge camera technology.
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The Atlas ONE Is a Three-Pack System That’s a Camera Bag Only When You Need It
Atlas Packs has launched the Atlas ONE, a system of three ultralight backpacks that work as a low-profile everyday pack and turn into a camera bag only when the day calls for one.
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Save Up to 50% On Peak Design Bags, Cases, and Accessories
Looking to upgrade your camera carry setup? This week’s Peak Design deals offer deep discounts on backpacks, slings, totes, messengers, travel systems, and accessories, with savings spanning both everyday carry and professional travel kits.
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Nikon’s Classic Lenses Are Revered: A ‘Heritage Series’ Makes Too Much Sense
Earlier this week, I published a "review" of sorts of the Nikon S3 rangefinder, which I believe to be one of the most beautiful cameras ever made. Through that experience, though, I was reminded of Nikon's vintage glass, and once again baffled by how the company hasn't remade them.
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LK Samyang and Schneider-Kreuznach Tease the AF 60-180mm’s Full Reveal
Samyang has teased a new Schneider-Kreuznach x LK Samyang lens on its Instagram, and it looks like the new AF 60-180mm f/2.8 zoom lens the companies debuted at CP+ in Japan in late February is getting its full reveal.
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Film Friday: Kodak Portra 800 Is High-Speed, Color Perfection
If you were to ask us what the perfect color film is, we’d tell you it is Kodak Portra. Exactly which speed of Portra matters only a little as the whole family of films is pretty amazing.
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