Martin Vronsky
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In this video, I photograph the Disney Concert Hall and other buildings in downtown Los Angeles with my Nikon D850 and show you how I process one of the images in Photoshop.
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A nice new little ultra wide lens for APS-C mirrorless camera systems, with a bright aperture, also.
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Photographer Dustin Abbott shares a definitive review of the unique and tiny Brightin Star 28mm F2.8 micro-pancake for Leica M mount.
- 0:00 - Intro and Concept
- 0:45 - Build and Design
- 5:55 - Image Quality Summary
- 9:20 - Conclusion and Pricing
- 10:24 - Optical Deep Dive
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Some photos work better in black & white. But can a b&w conversion of an average shot lead to a piece of art?
Which raises the question: when is it better to shoot black & white?
Christian Irmler
Landscape Photography Vlog - Tips - Tutorial- 00:00 Introduction
- 00:47 The Soul of Photography
- 02:21 The Key Element for Stronger Images
- 04:52 Reducing to the Essentials
- 07:07 The Force That Forms Elements
- 10:19 Turning It to Fine Art
- 12:19 The One Thing That Makes it Special
- 15:11 Leaving Reality
- 15:37 BW Convertion is Not Enough
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Photographer Dustin Abbott shares a review of the Sirui Sniper 33mm F1.2 autofocus lens for Sony E, Fuji X (reviewed here) and Nikon Z.
- 0:00 - Intro and Concept
- 2:03 - Fantom Wallets
- 2:50 - Build and Design
- 6:08 - Autofocus
- 7:48 - Video
- 9:08 - Image Quality Summary
- 10:42 - Conclusion and Pricing
- 12:04 - Optical Deep Dive
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Chris had such a blast using the Nikkor Z 600mm f/4 VR Pro when reviewing the Z8 that we asked for a chance to properly test it back in Calgary. Take a look at the images he captured at The Calgary Zoo, and see if this professional lens is worth the incredibly high price!
- 0:00 - Intro
- 0:51 - Sample Images
- 1:41 - Design and handling
- 4:30 - Autofocus
- 4:58 - Bokeh
- 5:38 - Flare
- 6:12 - Sharpness
- 7:01 - Who is it for?
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It's a big question, what makes a great photo? There's a lot to it, is it the technical side of things? Maybe it's the composition? Maybe it's all about the subject? The intent? The feeling the photo evokes? The story the photo tells? Let's talk about what makes a photo a great photo, what takes it to the next level and how we can all take better photos and of course, if you agree, disagree or have other thoughts, let us know in the comments... It's Tutorial Tuesday!
- 0:00 - Overview
- 2:00 - Technicality
- 3:32 - Composition
- 5:33 - Subject
- 6:18 - Lighting
- 7:11 - Storytelling
- 8:33 - Main Ingredients
- 11:36 - Conclusion
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At 55 fashion photographer, Richard Avedon was at the height of his career, shooting the likes of Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe and Richard Nixon. After suffering from a life-threatening heart inflammation he began to grapple with his own mortality. It was the feelings and emotions of those days that instilled a desire in him to work on a project away from the glitter and glamour of the fashion industry. Photography was a way for Avedon to face the things that scared him, like the death of his father, or his sister's battle with schizophrenia. Richard Avedon’s contribution to fashion photography was already celebrated as groundbreaking in his lifetime, but it was the raw and provoking portrait series focusing mostly on the working class people throughout the western U.S, that would become his most important body of work.
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In this video I check out the full frame 7artisans 9mm F5.6, which is impressive in two ways: (1) its wide, and (2) its surprisingly sharp.
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Today's video is a beginner guide that should give you an idea of which film stocks to shoot.
- 00:00 - 01:10 - Introduction
- 01:10 - 01:55 - Kodak Color Plus 200
- 01:55 - 03:11 - Kodak Ultramax 400
- 03:11 - 04:53 - Kodak Gold 200
- 04:53 - 05:53 - Kodak Portra 160
- 05:53 - 06:38 - Kodak Portra 400
- 06:38 - 07:16 - Kodak Portra 800
- 07:16 - 08:23 - The best!
- 08:23 -09:28 - Kodak Ektar 100
- 09:28 - 10:12 - Extra mentions for Kodak
- 10:12 - 11:04 - Fujifilm Fujicolor 100
- 11:04 - 11:34 - Fujifilm Superia X-Tra 400
- 11:34 - 12:14 - Fujifilm Superia Premium 400
- 12:14 - 12:50 - Extra mentions for Fuji
- 12:50 - 14:11 - Lomography 800
- 14:11 - 15:23 - CineStill 800T
- 15:23 - 15:45 - Cyberpunk 640T
- 15:47 - 16:37 - PoPho Luminar 100
- 16:37 - 17:37 - AGFA APX 400
- 17:37 - 18:22 - more B&W films
- 18:22 - 19:07 - Conclusion
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One of my most asked questions since I've been making videos on this channel. In this video we'll address the mindset and some actionable steps to start improving your photography today!
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After several months of using the Hasselblad X2D overseas for my documentary work, I've put together a review talking about the strengths of this medium format solution and who would get the most value from this system. Enjoy!
- 00:00 The Intro
- 00:44 Image Quality
- 03:59 User Experience
- 10:04 Key Features
- 13:32 Future Updates
- 16:30 Final Thoughts
- 19:10 The Outro
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Press release:
DJI Reaches the Pinnacle of Imaging Excellence with the New Ronin 4D-8K
DJI's Cutting-Edge Color Science Comes to Life in The Ronin 4D-8KDecember 14, 2023 - DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today announces the Ronin 4D-8K, a new iteration of the Ronin 4D professional cinema camera platform. This all-in-one 8K cinema camera integrates DJI’s most advanced technologies, including the revolutionary 4-axis stabilization, into one cutting-edge and comprehensive cinematography solution. A powerful, next-generation cinema camera, the Ronin 4D, is the future of filmmaking, offering groundbreaking flexibility to solo cinematographers and unlimited possibilities for coordinated shooting.
"Empowering creators with cutting-edge technology has always been at the heart of DJI's mission,” said Paul Pan, DJI Senior Product Line Manager. “The Ronin 4D-8K stands as a testament to our dedication to delivering unparalleled imaging solutions and providing creators with the tools they need to bring their visions to life with exceptional clarity and brilliance.”
A Filmmaking Powerhouse
The DJI Ronin 4D-8K stands out with its premium performance, delivering an impressive suite of features that cater to the diverse needs of cinematographers. With full-frame 8K/60fps & 4K/120fps capabilities, this camera ensures exceptional image quality, providing filmmakers with extraordinary versatility in capturing the demands of the scene. The 800/4000 Dual-Native ISO enhances performance across various lighting conditions, complemented by a maximum 14.7 stops of dynamic range, offering cinematic depth and rich color grades in any scenario.
The Ronin 4D-8K further proves itself with built-in 9-stop physical ND filters for precise exposure control, DL/E/L/PL/M interchangeable lens mounts for creative freedom, autofocus on manual lenses and Automated Manual Focus (AMF) for quick and accurate focusing with the innovative LiDAR focusing system. Its seamless transition to Flex Form without tools allows for on-the-go adjustments, highlighting the camera's versatility. In essence, the Ronin 4D-8K is a comprehensive solution that empowers filmmakers to bring their creative visions to life with ease and precision.
DJI Cinema Color Science
With the Ronin 4D-8K, DJI showcases the groundbreaking DJI Cinema Color Science (DCCS), which delivers natural skin tones that are both incredibly accurate and aesthetically pleasing, even in complex lighting conditions. Tailored for professional aerial and ground-based imaging equipment, DCCS unlocks boundless creative possibilities by vividly reproducing the kaleidoscopic colors perceived by the human eye. The DCCS color engine boasts a new algorithm, enabling smooth yet detailed images, high bit-width internal color and tone processing for natural transitions, and multiple high-precision LUT processing modules for precise color adjustments in diverse lighting conditions.
Complementing DCCS is the CineCore image processing platform, developed by DJI to deliver high-quality digital intermediates for post-production. Equipped with a proprietary chip and advanced processor architecture, CineCore supports up to 8K videos in professional codecs like Apple ProRes RAW, ProRes 422 HQ, H.264, and like on the Inspire 3, CinemaDNG. The D-Gamut color space is optimized for richer green coloring and skin tone representation. Covering over 14 stops of dynamic range, D-Log curve ensures detailed highlight and shadow retention even in challenging lighting, aligning effortlessly with ARRI cinema camera color and supporting the ACES workflow. With its film-consistent symmetrical dynamic distribution, DCCS preserves delicate and natural transitions in highlight areas, making it the ideal choice for filmmakers seeking unparalleled image quality and color grading flexibility.
ACES Compatibility
Empowering filmmakers with a seamless and standardized color management experience, the Academy Color Encoding System (ACES) is a collaborative effort by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, professional filmmakers, and color scientists. From image capture to final screening, ACES, now officially certified for DJI Ronin 4D, Inspire 3, and Zenmuse X7, ensures a consistent color journey, preserving the filmmaker's creative vision across various professional equipment and screening standards.
Pricing and Availability
The Ronin 4D-8K combo includes the Ronin 4D Main Body, a Zenmuse X9-8K Gimbal Camera, a DJI DL PZ 17-28mm T3.0 ASPH Lens, a PROSSD 1TB, a PROSSD Mount, Hand Grips, a Top Handle, a High-Bright Main Monitor, a TB50 Intelligent Battery, a LiDAR Range Finder, a DJI Ronin 4D RAW License Key and more. The combo retails for $12,838.
The Zenmuse X9-8K Gimbal Camera is also available for purchase, retailing at $3,599, and includes a Zenmuse X9-8K Gimbal Camera Protector Case, a X9 Gimbal Base Cap and a DL Mount Body Cap.
DJI Care Pro is now available for DJI Ronin 4D-8K, providing comprehensive protection for accidental damage. An unlimited number of free repairs are provided within the coverage limit for water damage, drop damage, improper use, and other accidents, together with International Warranty Service and two maintenance services by DJI technical experts.
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They might not be for everyone but I have a soft spot for wider angle macro lenses - let's hope this thing is worth its rather high price.
All pictures taken by me on a Fuji X-T5 camera.
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This is the new Tamron 70-180mm G2. Tamron needed to update this lens and they've done it. They've added some things to it that I think really improve it. Stabilization, which is super important. We've got a closer focusing distance which makes this lens very versatile. We also have the ability to customize the lens. Let's take a look at the improvements and images from this excellent telephoto lens!
- 00:00 Tamron 70-180mm G2 Lens
- 01:07 Animal Autofocus Tracking
- 01:38 VXD Motor for Quick Focus
- 02:17 Example Images
- 02:27 Vibration Compensation for Stabilization
- 03:23 Optics
- 03:56 B-Bar Coating
- 04:14 Lens Lock
- 04:25 Customized buttons with Lens Utility
- 04:56 App to customize the lens
- 05:06 Size and Weight
- 05:44 Minimum Focus Distance
- 07:19 Great for Portraits
- 07:31 Beautiful Bokeh
- 08:18 USB Port to customize lens
- 09:45 Fast Autofocus
- 11:21 Worth the upgrade
- 11:45 Price
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Here are 5 of the most important photography lessons that you will never be taught in school. Some of these are pretty controversial so feel free to leave your nasty comments down below.
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It's been a long time away from the channel, luckily for me, Venus Optics reached out about reviewing the Laowa FF ii 90mm f/2.8 CA-Dreamer 2X Macro which forced me to jump back into action. Apologies for being away so long and I hope to start publishing more content as we transition into our new house, area and life (this is still going on though).
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From one-click green screen removal to high-resolution Generative Fill, explore the new updates and features in PiXimperfect Compositing Plugin for Photoshop! This update adds exciting features to make compositing faster and navigating the plugin easier.
- 00:00 Update 1 - Green Screen
- 01:22 Housekeeping - Download and Install
- 01:44 Free Feature - High-Res Generative Fill
- 02:09 Update 2 - High-Res Gen-Fill Inside!
- 04:07 Update 3 - Overlays
- 06:01 Update 4 - Header Color
- 07:30 Update 5 - Cloud and Device Select Subject
- 09:39 Bug Fixes and Outro
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Sony and Canon should be worried! This Photo Video Hybrid dream camera is the wakeup call we needed
- 0:00 Intro
- 0:30 Why it's better
- 2:05 S5II vs S5IIX
- 5:04 Hardware
- 7:00 Favorite Features
- 8:38 Photo Abilities
- 9:50 Autofocus
- 10:47 Is it better?
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Photographer Dustin Abbott revisits the Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN to see how it performs when faced with Fuji's daunting 40MP sensor.
- 0:00 - Intro and Concept
- 2:19 - Fantom Wallets
- 3:06 - Build and Features
- 9:30 - Autofocus
- 10:25 - Video
- 12:15 - Image Quality
- 22:35 - Conclusion and Pricing
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