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Which Canon DSLR Cameras Maintain Autofocus with Extenders at f/8 Max Aperture?

January 12, 2023January 1, 2023 by Dan Carr

Some of Canon’s DSLR cameras allow autofocus with lenses with a max f/8 aperture. Here’s how to tell which ones.

How to Photograph A Lunar Eclipse – Includes Photoshop Tutorial

February 13, 2023May 10, 2022 by Dan Carr

A detailed tutorial on how to photograph a lunar eclipse – from capturing the images to processing them in Photoshop using Smart Objetcs.

50 Great Quotes to Inspire the Photographer in You

April 14, 2022January 24, 2022 by Dan Carr

Sometimes you just need a little inspiration to climb out of a creative rut. I’ve kept a number of quotes in a folder on my phone for a while and I thought it was about time I shared them with you. Hopefully, you find them useful! If you’ve got a favourite quote that’s not on the list, leave it in the comments at the bottom. Of course, many of these are specifically related to photography, but others are more about general creativity and exploration. These are the things that resonate with me for my style of work. 1. “You don’t take a photograph, …

What Is Crop Factor, and How Do You Calculate It?

May 10, 2022January 23, 2022 by Dan Carr

The term crop factor refers to the ratio of a specific sensor to a 35mm full-frame sensor. This factor determines the equivalent field of view of a lens when used on a camera with a sensor that is either smaller or larger than our reference full-frame sensor. Many people are familiar with the two common APS-C crop factors: 1.6x for Canon, and 1.5x for Nikon, Fuji, Sony, etc. But how do we get to this number, and how do you calculate the crop factor for other sensor sizes? Table of Contents Digital Sensor Sizes and Their Crop Factor Crop Factor Calculation …

What Is a 3-2-1 Backup Strategy and How Should Photographers Use It?

January 28, 2022January 13, 2022 by Dan Carr

The topic of backing up your photos is always a popular one. I often refer to a 3-2-1 backup strategy as an absolute minimum strategy to protect your images. In this post, I’ll explain the 3-2-1 backup rule and include examples of correct and incorrect setups.

How to Make a Vintage Camera Lamp for $50

January 4, 2022December 13, 2021 by Dan Carr

Step-by-step instructions for making your own vintage camera lamp. All for $50. No experience is necessary.

4 Perfect Times to Use a Monopod for Wildlife Photography

January 1, 2022December 2, 2021 by Dan Carr

Monopods are an important, but often overlooked piece of equipment in a wildlife photographer’s arsenal. Here are four perfect times to use a monopod for wildlife photography.

Best Aurora Forecast Apps to Help Your Northern Lights Photography

November 22, 2021November 8, 2021 by Dan Carr

Aurora photography is a tricky subject to pursue, but you can make life a little easier by using a sound aurora forecast app. I tested all the most popular ones to find out which was best.