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Watch How a DSLR Shutter Does Its Thing (Video)
Ron Leach  |  Oct 04, 2017  | 

Have you ever wondered about the technology that enables a DSLR’s shutter to open and close with the necessary speed and precision to create properly exposed photographs? And what about the difference between first- and second-curtain sync?

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Does Nikon’s New D850 DSLR Have Focusing Tracking Problems? Watch This Video & See for Yourself
Ron Leach  |  Sep 29, 2017  | 

Nikon created a big buzz recently with the introduction of their full-frame D850 DSLR that combines high-speed performance with a 45.7-megapixel sensor. The response was pretty much uniformly positive, until photographer Matt Granger put the D850’s focus tracking performance to the test and found it lacking.

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Are Full-Frame Sensors That Much Better Than Micro Four Thirds? The Answer May Surprise You (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Sep 21, 2017  | 

Micro Four Thirds (MFT) cameras have a devoted following because of their compact size, a wide variety of available system accessories, and the versatility they offer by letting you use older manual focus lenses with an adapter. That said, these interchangeable lens cameras are often criticized because their sensors are so much smaller than those in full-frame and APS-C cameras.

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Day 2: Testing Nikon’s Fast, New 45.7MP D850 Full-Frame DSLR in Oregon (Full Resolution Sample Photos)
Ron Leach  |  Sep 15, 2017  | 

Here are some Day 2 thoughts on the new Nikon D850 and six additional full resolution shots for you to check out.

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Testing the New Nikon D850 DSLR in Oregon: Our First Impressions & Full Resolution Sample Photos
Ron Leach  |  Sep 14, 2017  | 

Shutterbug is currently in scenic but smoky Oregon for three days of shooting with the powerful new Nikon D850 full-frame DSLR.

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NASA Orders 53 Unmodified Nikon D5 DSLR Cameras For Use in the Space Program
 |  Aug 28, 2017  | 

In exciting news for Nikon, NASA just placed an order for 53 unmodified D5 DSLR cameras for use at their astronaut training facilities on Earth, as well as aboard the International Space Station. These are the same Nikon D5 cameras available to consumers that are known for both high performance and durability under harsh conditions.

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Nikon Japan Releases Gorgeous Sample Images Shot with the New 45.7MP D850 Full Frame DSLR
Ron Leach  |  Aug 25, 2017  | 

By now you’ve undoubtedly heard about Nikon’s new high-res, high-speed D850 DSLR and hopefully read our hands-on report. And now, thanks to Nikon Imaging Japan, you can feast your eyes on these sample images that provide an impressive taste of what this 45.7-megapixel powerhouse can do.

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Nikon Unveils 45.7MP Nikon D850: Full Frame DSLR with Speed, Resolution & 4K Video (Hands-On Photos)
Dan Havlik  |  Aug 23, 2017  |  First Published: Aug 24, 2017  | 

It’s finally official: Nikon just unveiled its new 45.7-megapixel D850 full frame DSLR. With the D850, Nikon has not only boosted the resolution from its predecessor, the D810 from 2014, it’s ramped up the speed and the multimedia features.

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Which Cameras Do Nikon Users Like Best & How Do They Use Them? See the Surprising Results
Ron Leach  |  Aug 10, 2017  | 

As part of Nikon’s 100th Anniversary celebration stock photo company depositphotos has analyzed millions of files from its stock photo library and released some very interesting statistics regarding Nikon usage throughout the world. 

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Nikon Says “High Resolution, High-Speed” D850 DSLR Is Coming Soon; Will Replace D810
Dan Havlik  |  Jul 24, 2017  | 

Nikon announced tonight it is developing the D850, which is the company’s “next generation full-frame, high-resolution, high-speed digital SLR.” The Nikon D850 will be the successor to the 36.3-megapixel D810 that made its debut back in 2014.

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Camera Basics: EV Compensation Is an Important Tool You Need to Understand (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Jul 21, 2017  | 

Many photographers rely on their camera’s sophisticated metering system to provide the “correct” exposure for the scene at hand. While this approach works well under a wide variety of lighting conditions, there are times when even the smartest camera can be fooled.

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Photo Basics: All You Need to Know About Using Your Camera’s Different Shooting Modes (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Jul 19, 2017  | 

Today’s sophisticated cameras feature a variety of shooting modes from Manual to fully automatic Program, and a couple others in between. In this photography primer you'll learn all you need to know about these different settings and which mode is best for capturing different types of scenes.

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The Goods: Our 4 Favorite New Photo Products of the Month
Shutterbug Staff  |  Jul 18, 2017  | 

See Shutterbug's favorite photo gear for July.

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Nikon’s D750 DSLR Woes Continue: Is Your Camera Included in the Latest Shutter Service Advisory?
Ron Leach  |  Jul 14, 2017  | 

In the latest in an almost unbelievable series of service advisories for their D750 DSLR, Nikon has announced an expanded shutter service advisory for this apparently snakebitten camera.

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Watch This Helpful Animated Video Explaining Everything You Need to Know About Shutter Speed
Ron Leach  |  Jul 12, 2017  | 

While the meaning of the term “shutter speed” may seem obvious, there’s actually more to this concept than meets the eye. In the quick video below, time-lapse photographer Vincent Ledvina puts his animation skills to good use demonstrating the finer points behind this basic photographic principle.

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