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- The History of Autofocus: From Rangefinders to AI Subject Recognition 5 Μαΐου, 2026Autofocus is one of the great invisible revolutions in photography. When it works well, it disappears. A photographer raises the camera, half-presses the shutter, sees a box snap to an eye, a bird, a car, or a face, and the lens silently moves to the right position. [Read More]
- ‘Your First and Last Camera Store’ is a Short Film About Portland’s Beloved Blue Moon 5 Μαΐου, 2026In 2001, Jake Shivery opened Blue Moon Camera and Machine in Portland's St. John's neighborhood. At the time, there were 11 other camera stores across the city, but Shivery decided to open a shop anyway. On December 1, he opened the doors -- and no one came. [Read More]
- The FCC Is Hearing Public Appeals to Its Decision to Ban Foreign Drones 5 Μαΐου, 2026Last year, the Federal Communications Commission added all foreign-made drones to what it calls the "Covered List," effectively banning drones produced outside of the US -- that includes DJI. DJI sued, of course, and now the FCC is hearing public appeals to its decision. [Read More]
- Amazon Photos Redesign Adds Memory Feed, AI Search, and Alexa Controls 5 Μαΐου, 2026
- OptiColour Expands Into Large Format as Analog Continues Its Resurgence 5 Μαΐου, 2026Large format photographers have a new option on the table as OptiColour 200 makes its debut in 4×5, 5×7, and 8×10 sheet film. Built on the Wolfen NC200 emulsion, the film brings a familiar look to a format that continues to attract fine art, portrait, and landscape photographers seeking maximum image quality and tonal control. […]
- The Camera Crew All Wore Scrubs: The Amazing Logistics of Filming ‘The Pitt’ 5 Μαΐου, 2026The Pitt on HBO Max is about as immersive as a TV show can be. Set in real time, with each episode representing an hour in the hectic lives of staff working at the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center's emergency room, viewers can get lost in the working (and sometimes personal) lives of Dr. Robby […]
- US Copyright Office Wants to Increase Cost to Register Photos by 55% 5 Μαΐου, 2026The US Copyright Office has proposed a substantial increase to the cost to register photos, citing rising costs and inflation. It argues the cost is still negligible, but critics say the Office is out of touch with reality. [Read More]
- YouTuber Recreates ‘Star Wars’ with Cardboard 5 Μαΐου, 2026
- Print Your Photos: It’s So Worth It 5 Μαΐου, 2026After my dad passed away a couple of years ago, I inherited his Nikon F and FTn cameras which jump started a resurgence for the love of photography in me. Now with a binder full of negatives (and positives) and an SSD of scans, it felt weird just leaving them there. That's not where photos […]
- Sabrina Carpenter Wears Dress Made From Photo Film Stips to Met Gala 5 Μαΐου, 2026Singer Sabrina Carpenter wore a dress made from strips upon strips of photographic film to the Met Gala last night. [Read More]
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500px ISO Blog
- Fabrizio Casale: 500px Photographer Spotlight 5 Μαΐου, 2026Fabrizio Casale is a photographer who finds a specific harmony between the imposing scale of mountain peaks and the delicate, fleeting details of alpine flora. His work is characterized by a high degree of technical clarity and a clear reverence for the natural world. Rather than simply documenting a location, he looks for the perspectives […]
- Motion Blur Photography: Capture Expressive Movement in Photos 30 Απριλίου, 2026Sharp images aren’t always the goal. Sometimes, movement tells a stronger story. In motion blur photography, blur becomes a creative tool, turning motion into something expressive and dynamic. Instead of freezing a moment, you let it unfold across the frame. What Is Motion Blur Photography? Motion blur photography captures movement by using a slower shutter […]
- David Baca: 500px Photographer Spotlight 28 Απριλίου, 2026David Baca is an American photographer with a portfolio encapsulating the diverse beauty of nature. His work, whether focused on the detailed structure of a flower or the expansive movements of the sky, is marked by a profound interest in the natural world in all its forms. We spoke with David about his beginnings, his […]
- Silhouette Photography: Creating Drama with Shadows and Light 23 Απριλίου, 2026Light doesn’t always need to reveal detail. Sometimes, what you hide is more powerful than what you show. In silhouette photography, shadows take center stage, turning subjects into bold, dramatic shapes. By removing detail and focusing on form, you create images that feel striking, emotional, and intentional. What Is Silhouette Photography? Silhouette photography is the […]
- Mikey Rogers: 500px Photographer Spotlight 21 Απριλίου, 2026Mikey Rogers is a creative who operates at the crossroads of high-end film and television post-production and traditional photography. Known in the entertainment industry for his visual effects work on films like the upcoming stop-motion epic Wildwood (from LAIKA, who brought us Coraline and Kubo and the Two Strings), The Lego Movie 2, and Jumanji: […]
DigitalPhotographySchool
- Tamron Wins more TIPA gold! 18 Απριλίου, 2026The post Tamron Wins more TIPA gold! appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Tamron, a leading provider of high-quality lenses, announces the presentation by the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) of its TIPA Award 2026 to two lenses; 16-30mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Model A064) for “BEST FULL FRAME […]
- The art of photography hasn’t changed though… 16 Απριλίου, 2026The post The art of photography hasn’t changed though… appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. There’s a Nikon FM2 sitting on a shelf in my office. It hasn’t had film in it for years, but I can’t bring myself to move it. Something about its heft, its cold metal body, […]
- 10 Composition Mistakes That Are Quietly Ruining Your Photos (And How to Fix Them) 26 Μαρτίου, 2026The post 10 Composition Mistakes That Are Quietly Ruining Your Photos (And How to Fix Them) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. You’ve got a decent camera. You understand exposure. But something about your photos still feels… off. More often than not, the culprit isn’t your gear — it’s composition. […]
- RAW vs JPEG: What’s the Difference and Which Should You Be Shooting? 25 Μαρτίου, 2026The post RAW vs JPEG: What’s the Difference and Which Should You Be Shooting? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. RAW vs JPEG If you’ve poked around your camera’s menu settings, you’ve probably come across an option that says something like “Image Quality” or “File Format” — and two choices […]
- How to Create Your Own Lightroom Presets (Step By Step) 3 Μαρτίου, 2026The post How to Create Your Own Lightroom Presets (Step By Step) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Andrew S. Gibson. How can you create and save presets in Lightroom? In this article, I’m going to take you through the simple process, step by step. By the time you’re done, you’ll […]
- 11 Best Lenses for Landscape Photography (in 2025) 3 Μαρτίου, 2026The post 11 Best Lenses for Landscape Photography (in 2025) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jeremy Flint. Have any lesnes been launched that you think have overtaken the ones in this list? Are there any in this list that should still be at the top of the list? What do […]
- 10 Tips for Breathtaking Dog Action Photography 3 Μαρτίου, 2026The post 10 Tips for Breathtaking Dog Action Photography appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Kelly Wolfe. This article was updated in January 2024 with contributions from Kelly Wolfe, Dave Spates, and Jaymes Dempsey. Photographing dogs in action is an absolute thrill. One moment they’re a ball of energy, and the […]
