Piotr's Photography Blog
by Konstantin Voronov
The P, A, S and M modes differ only in who sets the shutter speed and aperture. Which mode suits which subject, plus exposure compensation and Auto ISO in each.
Read more about Aperture priority, shutter priority or manual
by Konstantin Voronov
The same lens frames differently on an APS-C body and a full-frame body. Here is the crop factor math, photo comparisons and a verdict on which format to buy.
by Editorial staff
What do full frame, APS-C, Four Thirds and 1-inch actually measure? A table of real sensor sizes, a to-scale chart and the crop factor of every common format.
by Konstantin Voronov
Shutter speed, aperture and ISO decide how bright a photo is and what else it shows: motion, background blur and noise. How the three trade off in stops.
by Konstantin Voronov
Your camera meter assumes the scene is mid-gray. Which metering mode to use when it is not, how to read the histogram, and the tools that flag blown highlights.
by Konstantin Voronov
A mirrorless camera drops the reflex mirror and shows the image straight from the sensor. What that changes in practice, and why new DSLR bodies have stopped.
by Editorial staff
The opening inside the lens controls brightness, background blur and sharpness at once. A full f-stop chart, what f/1.8 or f/16 means and settings by genre.
by Konstantin Voronov
Sensitivity is the third exposure setting and the simplest: it changes only brightness and noise. An ISO chart, values for each kind of light and Auto ISO.
by Konstantin Voronov
How long the shutter stays open decides brightness and motion, frozen or blurred. A chart of shutter speeds, handheld limits by focal length and a tripod guide.
by Georgy Politsarnov
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.
by Konstantin Voronov
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?
by Konstantin Voronov
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.
by Georgy Politsarnov
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 …
Read more about Fujifilm Instax Link Wide: a portable smartphone printer
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 …
Read more about 8 Best Mirrorless Cameras Under $1,000 and a Buying Guide
by Georgy Politsarnov
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 …
by Konstantin Voronov
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 …
Read more about New Life for Old Lenses on the Nikon Z System
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 …
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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by Konstantin Voronov
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.
Read more about What does a polarizing filter do? A CPL guide
by Georgy Politsarnov
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 …
Read more about Profoto A10 Test: The Most Versatile Pulse Light
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 …