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Dan Havlik  |  Feb 18, 2019

Because mirrorless cameras, by their very nature, have no mirrors like their DSLR counterparts, their sensors can get exposed to the elements when you take off the lens. That means things like dust, debris, moisture and general nastiness can stick to the sensor and defile your photos.

Dan Havlik  |  Feb 15, 2019

Tilt-shift photography can be incredibly striking, providing a miniaturized effect to your subject that’s unforgettable. But it’s not an effect you want all the time, which is part of the reason why buying an actual tilt-shift lens might be an unnecessary investment.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Feb 15, 2019

Without a doubt, two of the most talked-about mirrorless cameras in the past year have been the Nikon Z6 and Sony A7 III. In fact, these mirrorless full framers finished #1 and #2 in our annual list of the Top 10 Cameras and Lenses of 2018.

Dan Havlik  |  Feb 14, 2019

One of the easiest but most expensive ways to get your portrait subject to stand out from a background is to use a fast lens, with a maximum aperture of F/1.4, F/1.2 or even wider. Those types of lenses though are pricey and sometimes don’t do the trick, especially if you’re shooting portraits with a crowded scene of people behind them.

Dan Havlik  |  Feb 13, 2019

Here’s a quick lens tip, which, if you don’t know it already, might just blow your mind. In the below video, photographer Peter McKinnon shows you how to turn any lens into a macro lens.

Dan Havlik  |  Feb 13, 2019

With Valentine’s Day coming up tomorrow, the folks at COOPH have one question for you: how much do you love your camera? If your answer is “a lot,” then they’ve got some great tips below on “how to care for your beloved camera."

Shutterbug Staff  |  Feb 12, 2019

You don’t have to head to the country or go on safari to photograph wildlife. In fact, you can capture stunning wildlife photos right in your own town or city if you know where to look.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Feb 12, 2019

Night sky photography is fun, but it can be tricky. For instance, how many times have you set up your tripod, shot the night skies, only to find out afterwards that you didn’t capture the stars the way you wanted them.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Feb 11, 2019

Buying used gear of any kind can be a nerve-wracking experience. But when you’re talking about delicate cameras and lenses, purchasing something secondhand can be particularly challenging.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Feb 11, 2019

Photographer Robert Campbell got more than he bargained for when he went for a morning shoot in Cambodia recently. As you can see in the incredible video, dozens of beautiful butterflies surrounded him, crawling all over his Sony A7R III mirrorless camera and covering his entire body.

Shutterbug Staff  |  Feb 08, 2019

More and more photographers want to get into the growing boudoir photography market, but many don’t know where to start. Perhaps most intimidating of all for some beginners is that because it’s one of the most intimate forms of photography, boudoir can also be one of the most stressful.

Ron Leach  |  Feb 07, 2019

When all else fails, hitting the streets is a fun and accessible way to make interesting images—both during the day at night. And in the interesting video below, you’ll watch two pros shooting the streets of London, while revealing their secrets for capturing compelling images with mystery and mood.

Ron Leach  |  Feb 07, 2019

Last year we featured some great shooting tips from bird photographer extraordinaire Tim Boyer. And today Boyer is at it again, with “seven more rules of bird photography” that will really up your game.

Ron Leach  |  Feb 07, 2019

Hand-held light meters seems to have fallen out of favor as most photographers have made the switch from film to digital. But these powerful tools can be just as important today, as they were with our 35mm cameras.

Ron Leach  |  Feb 06, 2019

Have you ever stumbled upon a gorgeous nature scene, only to be disappointed with your images when you viewed them on the computer? As you’ll see in the helpful video below, it’s not enough to discover a great location, if you don’t know how to make the most of the opportunities it presents.

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