Tag Archives: gear

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Cropping Full Frame Vs Shooting A Crop Camera

July 19, 2016 by Steve Perry | 6 Comments

So, here’s a question to chew on. What will give you a better image – a crop camera (DX, APS-C) with a subject that fills the frame OR just shooting the same scene with a full frame camera and then cropping the photo to the same field of view?

I …

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Long Lens Tripod Technique

May 13, 2016 by Steve Perry | 8 Comments

It can be a real source of frustration.

You get this fancy new telephoto lens, hang it off the front of your camera and are more than a little disappointed with the not-so-sharp results. So, you do a little digging and discover that maybe a tripod is what you need …

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Solving Autofocus Problems – 8 Common AF Problems And Solutions

April 5, 2016 by Steve Perry | 6 Comments

It happens to every photographer at one time or another, and it can cause more frustration than baptizing a cat. You’re happily shooting away at your favorite subject, the action subsides, and you quickly check the images on the back of your camera – but something’s wrong. Instead of the …

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10 Amazing Wildlife Photography Tips

September 14, 2015 by Steve Perry | 0 Comments

Stop!

I know, I know, you’re ready to go photograph some wildlife. However, before you march out into the field check out the ten tips below! In this rapid, quick-fire video, I’ll go quickly go over ten tips that can help every wildlife photographer. Sure, you probably already do some …

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All About UV Filters

August 26, 2015 by Steve Perry | 20 Comments

UV filters – do you need them or not?

It’s a question that comes up all the time in photography circles with usually about half the people thinking they need UV filters and the other half thinking the fist half is crazy! So, what’s the truth?

To find out, I …

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Lens Diffraction In Photography

February 11, 2015 by Steve Perry | 8 Comments

Thanks for stopping by! This tip is all about lens diffraction in photography – as you probably guessed from the title 🙂

The video discusses not only what diffraction is, but also how it can affect your photography. In addition, I’ve put a TON of examples in plus I answer …

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Manual Mode With Auto ISO

December 17, 2014 by Steve Perry | 34 Comments

Did you know your Nikon camera has a “hidden” exposure mode?

Sure, we’re all familiar with Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual – but there’s one that’s left off of the list – and that’s Manual Mode with Auto ISO.

Basically, this setup allows you to adjust your F/stop …

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Getting Rid Of Lens Flare

December 2, 2014 by Steve Perry | 0 Comments

Want to get rid of and eliminate lens flare? Well, in this video I’ll show you a technique you can use to easily eliminate flare, even if you’re pointing directly at the sun. If you’re ready to banish lens flare from your photos, you’ll love this odd little trick.

The …

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Long Lens Heat Distortion

September 23, 2014 by Steve Perry | 5 Comments

Are you a long lens shooter? If so, you’ve gotta check out this video! In the video, I’ll explain everything you need to know about the “hidden” enemy of all long lens shooter – heat distortion. Most people dismiss this out of hand, but the truth is, heat distortion is …

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How To Use A Polarizing Filter

July 8, 2014 by Steve Perry | 8 Comments

Quick – What do you think a polarizing filter is used for?

If you said, “blue skies” then you’re certainly among the majority of photographers. However, that answer merely skims the surface of what a polarizer is really capable of.

The primary purpose of a polarizing filter is to remove …

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