Lens Review: Nikon 50mm 1.8 D vs 1.8 G
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Lens Review: Nikon 50mm 1.8 D vs 1.8 G

Nikon is a popular camera that’s compatible with multiple lenses. A standard DSLR lens is the 50mm Nikon 1.8. There are two variations of these lenses: the D or the G. The f 1.8 D is the older edition of the 50mm 1.8 Nikon lens, while the G is a newer, more updated version. There…

What are the Best Nikon Lenses for Portraits?
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What are the Best Nikon Lenses for Portraits?

Who doesn’t love a classic portrait? When you want to snap the ideal shot, you definitely need the right portrait lenses for your camera. For those of you shooting on Nikons, finding the best Nikon lens for portraits could feel like a challenge, but there are plenty of choices to land you that dream portrait….

See Our Pick for the Best Lens for Food Photography
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See Our Pick for the Best Lens for Food Photography

Food photography has become a staple of social media. Whether you want to document your adventures as a foodie or get started as a professional food photographer, it’s important to invest in the right gear to bring your favorite dishes to life. One of the things you will need is a lens for food photography….

Yoga Photography That Aims to Inspire
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Yoga Photography That Aims to Inspire

Beautiful scenery, unique angles, and attractive people make yoga photography a popular subgenre of sports photography. The best professional yoga photographer shows not just the athleticism of the practice, but the meditative, peacefulness of it, too.  If you want to improve your yoga photography skills, these ten tips will help you get beautiful, iconic photos…

Cole’s Classroom Picks: The Best Camera for Product Photography
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Cole’s Classroom Picks: The Best Camera for Product Photography

Many people use cameras to take pictures of products, whether for a profession or a hobby. Regardless of why you photograph products, you want to use a camera that takes high image quality pictures.  The best camera for product photography will have high megapixels, a quick processor, and autofocus features. Popular brands that make the…

Real Estate Photography Tips for Every Photographer
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Real Estate Photography Tips for Every Photographer

Real estate photos are the first things buyers see when searching for a home online. High-quality images even help people envision themselves living in the house. Well-done real estate photography captures a property at its best angle, showcases its unique features, and hopefully helps it sell for top dollar.  But as with any photography niche,…

Learn About the Best Lens For Product Photography
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Learn About the Best Lens For Product Photography

There are countless lens options out there, but only a few qualify as one of the best lenses for product photography. Here are our top recommendations for lenses, and some additional information for businesses about understanding and buying lenses for cameras. Keep in mind that most lenses do not fit all cameras. Regardless of its…

Introducing the Best Wide-Angle Lens for Nikon
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Introducing the Best Wide-Angle Lens for Nikon

Finding the best wide-angle lens for Nikon cameras can feel like a tedious, time-consuming journey. However, if you’re armed with the right information from the start, you’re more likely to enjoy the shopping experience and come away with a high image quality lens that fits your camera and your life perfectly. Prime Lens Options Sigma…

Crop Sensor vs Full Frame – Which Camera Do You Really Need?
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Crop Sensor vs Full Frame – Which Camera Do You Really Need?

The million dollar question! Do I need a full frame camera? Whether you are a beginner getting ready to purchase your first DSLR, or a advanced photographer considering if you need to upgrade your camera, at some point you may find yourself scratching your head and wondering: crop vs full frame, which camera do I…

How To Clean A Camera Lens Safely and Correctly
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How To Clean A Camera Lens Safely and Correctly

All manner of debris can make its way onto your camera lens, from finger smudges to dust and oil. Regular camera lens cleaning helps you get a more precise, sharper shot with crisper details. But too much cleaning may lead to scratches on your lens. Keep reading for simple tips that will show you how…

All You Need To Know About Using a Fisheye Lens
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All You Need To Know About Using a Fisheye Lens

When Do You Need to Have Fisheye Lens and How to Use It for Better Image Collection? Before talking any further, let’s understand in simple terms what a fisheye lens is. It’s an ultra-wide angle lens that is used to create a wide panoramic view in a hemispherical image and brings about a lot of…

All You Need To Know About The Telephoto Lens
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All You Need To Know About The Telephoto Lens

What is a Telephoto Lens? A telephoto lens is a lens with a long-focal-length. This lens  magnifies object that are far away and helps you take a picture from a distance without disturbing your subject. Telephoto lenses are those that have a focal length of 100mm and above. The longer the focal length, the greater…

Nikon 85 1.8G Lens Review – Your Best Bang for Buck?
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Nikon 85 1.8G Lens Review – Your Best Bang for Buck?

While it’s no secret I love prime lenses and favor them over zooms I wanted to write a mini review of one of the Nikon prime lenses that Nicole and I use a ton… It’s the Nikon 85 1.8G lens.  If you’ve done any research at all on this lens you’ll notice right away it…

Nikon 16-35 f/4 Lens Review!
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Nikon 16-35 f/4 Lens Review!

When you need to go wide, you need to go wide! While I managed to photograph over 47 weddings with only 3 prime lenses (the 28, 50 and 85) I decided that I want to add a couple lenses to our collection that would add versatility to our clients’ wedding photos. In addition to adding…

Why the New Nikon 35 1.8G FX Lens is a Game Changer!
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Why the New Nikon 35 1.8G FX Lens is a Game Changer!

Why the New Nikon 35 1.8G FX Lens is a Game Changer! (Above Photo Tech details: D800 + 50mm at f/1.8, edited with “Soft Creamy Color – Warmer” preset) For the vast majority of today’s photographers who’s first DSLRs are entry level “crop sensor” cameras (like the Nikon D3200 or a Canon Rebel), the decision…

Should I Upgrade or Keep The Kit Lens?
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Should I Upgrade or Keep The Kit Lens?

Should I Upgrade or Keep The Kit Lens? Here are my top 3 reasons why you should upgrade your kit lens… The beauty of having a DSLR camera is the versatility you have available by using a variety of lenses.  Despite this freedom of being able pick and choose the right lens for the job,…