For years, photographers and filmmakers have used step-up rings to mount large filters on smaller lenses because buying one, large filter and a set of step-up rings is cheaper than buying multiple sizes of the same filter. Step-up rings save…
For years, photographers and filmmakers have used step-up rings to mount large filters on smaller lenses because buying one, large filter and a set of step-up rings is cheaper than buying multiple sizes of the same filter. Step-up rings save…
Freewell has expanded its magnetic quick-swap filter system with two new “Glow Mist” filters. Available in 1/8 and 1/4 strengths, these filters diffuse, scatter and soften light. Their most practical use is creating halation; an effect where light appears to…
Note (8/15/21): This post was updated to include new content following additional use in the field. Summit is PolarPro’s all-in-one filter system designed for landscape photographers. The system includes commonly used solid and graduated NDs, a circular polarizer, individual pouches…
If you’re a photographer, filmmaker, or designer, odds are you’ve heard people talk about the importance of display calibration. But why? What problem does it solve? In this video, I explain why desktop and laptop screens should be calibrated, answer…
If you edit video using Adobe Premiere Pro on a Mac, chances are you’ve encountered a problem where exported video looks washed out and desaturated in QuickTime Player, Safari and Chrome compared to what you see on the Premiere timeline.…
The Canon EOS R5 is a fantastic camera for both photography and video, but it’s even better with accessories! In this post, I’ll walk you through a list of recommended accessories for the R5 — batteries, cards, cables, adapters, you name…
When building out a creative studio for photography or video, a bright continuous LED light is one of the most important hardware investments. Buying the right LED light can be tricky, for there are different types, with different features, sold…
Note: This article was updated on July 7, 2021 to include more information about Canon's OEM adapters, Viltrox compatibility information, etc. If you’re upgrading from a Canon DSLR to a new “R” mirrorless model, you probably own at least a…
Kodak stopped producing Aerochrome infrared film in 2009, but the film lives on today thanks to digital technology. In this video — part two of my series about Kodak Aerochrome — I attempt to recreate the look of the film using a…
Bubblegum pink trees. Candy-colored landscapes. The unusual look of Kodak Aerochrome infrared film flips the natural world upside down. But as interesting as the film’s appearance is, its origin story is even better. In this video, I share the surprising…