Every photographer needs to know about aspect ratio for photo. It relates to the shape and dimensions of an image, so it’s important for composition, editing, displaying, and printing photographs.  There are several common aspect ratios in photography, so you need to find the best one to suit your work.…

A friend of mine was asking me advice on which lens she should buy the other day and my standard reply was ‘get a 50mm 1.8, unless you’re shooting on Nikon, in which you should get a 35mm as the angle will work better on your crop sensor’, to which she replied, ‘what’s a crop sensor?’ The lack of knowledge about the type of camera surprised me, but looking back, I remember when I didn’t know either. So this post is about setting it straight and helping you to make the right choice when it comes to buying a lens.

Equivalent focal length is something every photographer needs to know about. But while it might seem complicated at first, it’s actually quite simple once you understand the concept.  This article explains exactly what equivalent focal length is and why it’s important in photography. We look at how it relates to…

Micro Four Thirds is a mirrorless, interchangeable-lens camera system. It was introduced in 2008 by Panasonic and Olympus to rival the larger mirrorless and DSLR cameras of the other camera brands The Micro Four Thirds camera system gives photographers a smaller and more compact alternative DSLR and mirrorless cameras. In…

All the best photographers have a well-defined photography style. By looking by looking at just a few photos, you know exactly who’s work you’re looking at.  But none of the top photographers have their style down the first time they pick up a camera. Nor is a photography style set…

This is a common question that I’m often asked, and one that I’ve asked myself in the past. The problem can range from a simple lacking of knowledge about exposure, to being unfamiliar with metering modes, or how to calibrate your camera and monitor. Here is a list of problems and how you can fix them; learn from my mistakes, not your own!

If you’re having photos printed and framed, there are two main choices when it comes to photo paper. You can choose either glossy or matte. There is no conclusive answer to the glossy vs matte photo debate. But there are some differences you need to be aware of before you…

Understanding contrast in photography is vital if you want to be a good photographer. Contrast is one of the key artistic elements within photography. Whether you’re shooting black and white or color, understanding contrast helps you produce better photographs.  In this article, we take an in-depth look at contrast in…

There are many camera apps for iPhone that can help you improve your photography skills. And the best camera apps for iPhone can take your photography to new levels. Different apps have different functions, so you will likely need more than one to satisfy your photography needs. But what is…

You might think it’s impossible to recover deleted photo from an SD card. But that’s not the case.  We all know the feeling when we delete something we shouldn’t have. Your heart stops and your blood runs cold. There’s a moment of disbelief, then a scramble for a solution.  Thankfully,…

Your heart stops, and your stomach sinks. Your blood runs cold. You can’t catch your breath. It’s a combination of panic and disbelief. If you’ve ever lost your digital files, this is a familiar feeling. Maybe you’ve deleted photos by accident. Or perhaps some files have simply disappeared. No matter…

What do the numbers and letters on lenses mean? You may have wondered when thinking about buying a new lens or looking at one you already own. Manufacturers stamp lenses with details about the glass, aperture range, focal length, and other specifics. It’s all important information, so it’s a good…