There is a lot to consider when searching for the best cameras for nature photography. Many wild animals are known to be skittish, especially birds. Plus, you will want to be able to take clear macros of flowers and catch plants swaying in the breeze without a blur. If you want to get quality photos, then you are going to need a powerful camera to match. You want a camera that can focus on moving animals, rivers, flowers, and much more. You will first need to decide if you want a mirrorless camera or a DSLR. From there, it is…
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If you love spending time in the outdoors, whether it is taking pictures, hunting, fishing or walking the trails, you most likely have come across a time when you wished you had binoculars. It is never a bad thing to have them on hand, especially when it comes to landscape and wildlife photography. From looking for the perfect, most picturesque scene to shoot to getting a perfect scope on birds, you can never go wrong when including Bushnell 10×42 binoculars in your bag. When it comes to binoculars, Bushnell is definitely a formidable company. They are known for putting out…
While you can use any lens to take close-up portraits or macro photographs, only macro lenses provide true 1:1 magnification. This magnification lets you capture every detail about your subject, giving you truly life-like photos. Fortunately, for Nikon users, there are some great options for macro lenses that are top of the line. Many lens manufacturers produce good lenses for the Nikon brand, offering various additional features to take your photography to the next level. Even better, you can find a few lens models designated for budget photography. While most low-cost lenses are typically older models, you can find a…
Today, almost every device we use has a camera to capture our memories, but nothing beats the dynamic range, resolution, and exposure range that standalone cameras bring to the table. A camera that’s making the rounds lately for being one of the best is the Lomography Lomo’Instant. The Lomo’Instant’s ability to take several shots and mesh them together using a unique multiple exposure technique is one of the best things about this instant film camera. However, it’s extensive feature set will leave you in awe of all the memories you can capture. Design The Lomo’Instant has a smooth plastic build…
Sometimes, buying a gadget birthday gift for a teen can be a bit of a headache. It’s hard to know what the latest, coolest thing is and what your teenager might be into at that particular moment. Their opinions, wants, and desires are always shifting. Regardless of this, one thing has proven to be a constant over and over again. Teenagers like to have cool stuff. Their definition of “cool stuff” might be different based on their interests, but in the end, many teens like to have the prettiest and sleekest gadgets that money can buy. Here, we cover five…
One of the best ways to strike a balance between fitness and health is to use a tracker that allows you to monitor your progress in both. That’s no surprise in this age where advances in technology have left no stone unturned. One product that’s been on our radar is the Fitbit Charge 4. The Fitbit Charge 4 looks much like its predecessor, the Charge 3; however, there are some noticeable differences in appearance, functionality, and design. The Charge 4 prides itself on being one of the best fitness trackers on the market. It is characterized by its sleek look,…
Now that the next generation of professional cameras is here, next-gen memory cards have arrived as well in the form of CFexpress cards. These memory cards are currently the fastest memory cards on the market and serve as the successor to XQD memory cards. The best models offer write speeds of up to 1,480 MB/s and read speeds of 1,750 MB/s. This is approximately three times faster than what XQD memory cards could offer. Cameras that support XQD cards are rolling out updates that allow them to accept CFexpress cards as well, opening the doors to even faster frame rates.…
Dad’s birthday is coming up, and you’re trying to decide on the best gadget gifts out there that will offer him the most benefits without breaking the bank. Sometimes shopping for dads can be tough, but you just need to keep in mind what his interests are. Is he an avid photographer that wants to have his camera with him at all times so he can get the perfect shot? Is he a fitness junkie that wants to be able to track his daily activity and stay in tip-top shape? Or does he just like having the coolest new gadgets…
In recent years, digital artists have made a shift from non-display tablets to those that integrate an active area and monitor. One brand that has grown in popularity among users is Parblo. And one of their more recent releases, the Parblo Mast10, has taken the graphic monitor tablet market by storm. The Mast10 scores high points in several areas. However, its standout feature is its battery-free stylus. Still, it has many other breathtaking aspects that will catch your attention. Display Screen The LCD screen of the Mast10 measures 10.1 inches, which is slightly above average. It has a 5080 LPI…
The world is slowly sitting up and taking notice of newer phone brands. And as one brand that has consistently sold affordable devices, Xiaomi is gradually inching its way out of obscurity. One of the latest additions to the Chinese manufacturer’s catalog is the world’s best mid-range snapper, the Xiaomi Mi Note 10. As you probably can already tell, the highlight of the Mi Note 10 is its camera. It has one of the best smartphone cameras available, and pictures taken on this phone are comparable to those taken with some higher-end digital cameras. However, while the camera is an…
Out of all of the different camera lenses that exist, the fisheye lens is one of the most fun and creative options you can have in your arsenal. It gives users a unique final image thanks to the nearly 180-degree view it can capture. It’s important to note that not all fisheye lenses will work on every camera body. While some will fit Canon bodies, they may not work on Nikons. This is why you’ll want to enter your model number to see if the lens will match with the body you own. There are a variety of different things…
In keeping with the digital age, many artists have moved away from conventional ways of achieving artistic expression. These savvy creators no longer employ manual techniques such as applying a paintbrush to canvas or drawing with colored pencils, deciding to let technology do much of the heavy lifting instead. Artists, photographers, and others who employ this method decide to make the computer act as their virtual canvas. Then they use electronic input devices that take the place of physical art tools to apply or edit their designs. Software programs made for graphics and photo editing make this creative bridge between…
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and the holiday calls for us to reward all the moms who worked hard to shape us into the people we are today with special keepsakes. However, if she’s into photography, the usual gifts such as birthstone jewelry or coffee mugs with our faces plastered on them might not do. So, in celebration of that caring shutterbug mom in your life, here are the 10 best Mother’s Day gifts for photographers. 1. Personalized Leather Camera Neck Strap This adjustable leather camera strap from Jungle Gift Store is a stylish gift for mom that…
The name Polaroid is synonymous with the fun, easy-to-use point-and-shoot instant camera. However, in more recent years, Polaroid has expanded production to offer a new range of cameras. Polaroid has been making world-leading instant cameras since the late 1940s. The iconic design was both aesthetically pleasing and extremely well-functioning. The company has added a few more interesting lines to its collection in the last few years. The Polaroid Cube Act II, essentially a GoPro rival camera, is an exciting addition to the lineup, as well as a series of digital cameras with LCD screens. On top of these new additions,…
Monoculars are the perfect accessory for any photography enthusiast – from the wildlife explorer looking to get a close-up view of a bird in the wild to the fashion photographer aiming to get a detailed look at an embellishment on a garment. Think of a monocular as a small retractable telescope that fits inside your pocket. Monoculars also look very similar to a pair of binoculars, with the monocular essentially being half of a pair of binoculars. The main difference being that a monocular only requires one eye, but also only presents a 2D image. The monocular does offer lots…
Fisheye lenses are perfect for any photographer looking to take creative wide angle shots instead of straight angle perspectives. The fisheye lens offers a panoramic hemispherical image that covers 180° angles, with some lenses going even further offering up to 220° angle coverage. The lens is capable of producing dynamic, abstract images, making it the perfect lens for landscape, extreme sports, and all genres of artistic photography. The fisheye lens is perfect for snapping entire landscapes, creating visually stimulating action shots, and artistically powerful images when experimenting with the distortion the lens creates. Of course, when shopping for any lens…
Apple Watch has ruled over the burgeoning smartwatch scene. That is until an attractive Android Wear watch arrived in the form of the Moto 360. Unlike other smartwatches that looked complicated like they have been taken from the future and brought to the past, this smartwatch is more reminiscent of the traditional watch that we grew up with. Therefore, it is easier to get used to since it looks like a familiar device, but it’s packed with more features. The Moto 360 was created to showcase all the good stuff that Android Wear has to offer, which also means going…
The Asus ZenWatch 3 probably hasn’t introduced any breakthroughs in terms of functionality but it most definitely turns head thanks to its unrivaled design. The rounded shape resembles a traditional timepiece emphasized by an eclipse-inspired appearance and chronograph-styled buttons. The watch can be easily synchronized with your mobile devices and even used as a remote shutter release for your camera. You will definitely appreciate its clear and vibrant display as well as the quick charge function. The ZenWatch 3 is a successor to the 2nd generation of ASUS smartwatch devices. The model hit the market at the end of 2016,…
Smartwatches are extremely popular nowadays because of all the practical features they make accessible right on your wrist. They allow you to quickly interact with your phone, they push notifications so you never miss out on anything, and some of them can even help track your health. The LG G Watch was one of the first smartwatches to arrive in the market and it conveniently runs on Google’s own smartwatch software, Android Wear. Therefore, if you are already an Android user, you might not need a lot of time to get used to it. We took the LG G Watch…
GoPro has become a household name for action cameras. With the release of their HERO4 series, the brand started a new era of Ultra HD videos with impressive frame rates. There are two popular versions of GoPro HERO4 – Black and Silver (a budget-friendly HERO Session turned out to be less successful). These cameras are the same color, the only difference is in their specs. The GoPro HERO4 Black can record video in 4K resolution at a frame rate of 30 fps. The Silver Edition produces video with the same resolution but with two-times lower frequency. But, it can boast…
The Canon EOS 6D, on the market since 2012, is a price conscious DSLR. Beginning photographers and those looking to upgrade their cameras can depend upon this model because of the less aggressive price tag and its multitude of features. The features that make the 6D stand out include unprecedented low-light focusing, a quiet shutter mechanism, WiFi and GPS, and a great battery. Read our review to learn why this camera is still a must-have for camera owners. Background, Release Date and Price Released in November 2012, the Canon 6D is a powerful camera that’s still highly relevant. The Canon 6D…
This summer, millions of people lined up to get their hands on the new iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max, both released internationally on the same day. As always with a new iPhone release, there was tons of hype and expectation. So, how did they fare? Let’s dive in and have a look at everything each of these two iPhones offer and how they stack up against their competition. And, since most buyers are interested in the new iPhone’s photographic capabilities, this review will go in depth on each phone’s camera and features. Design and Display The iPhone XS and…
Luminar 2018, which is the latest edition of photo editing software from Skylum, is arguably one of the most advanced photo editing solutions available in the market. The product offers a great competition to Adobe Lightroom, which is available to users through a monthly subscription fee. One of the most significant aspects of Luminar 2018 is its advanced filtration technique and editing algorithms. These attributes make it fast-paced and easy-to-use software. The biggest benefit this software carries in the eyes of consumers is its one-time price of $64. Consumers can own the software by paying the purchasing fee, rather than…