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When you buy a fast lens with a bright aperture, like f/1.8, you go crazy making photos with a super-shallow depth of field. You photograph flowers where only one stamen is in focus, and you shoot people with super blurry backgrounds, and it’s lots of fun using the thin slice of focus. However, there are […]

Melbourne is a city that bursts with photographic potential. From its iconic landmarks and bustling laneways to its sprawling gardens and hidden gems, there’s something for every photographer to capture. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, here are the top 10 photography locations around Melbourne that will inspire your next photoshoot: Flinders […]

Been wanting to buy the Fujifilm X100VI Limited Edition? You have until tomorrow to join the raffle for a chance to purchase this special model of the coveted camera. Shortly after Fujifilm USA announced the limited availability of the Fujifilm X100VI Limited Edition camera from March 21st to 23rd, the company reportedly spotted some questionable […]

It’s time to make your voice heard! Each week, we ask a question of our readers so we know what sort of content to produce more of. Your input helps us make Photofocus better. We all have photography gear wishlists, with some items that we’ve probably wanted or planned to get for years. This week, […]

When I think of macro photography, I think 100mm lenses on upside-down cameras on a splayed-leg tripod. What I don’t think of is a 24mm pancake lens. But when I recently met emerging photographer Emma Wilson, my understanding of what can be achieved in 24mm lens macro photography was turned on its head. Macro is […]

I love being on the coast; I feel at home. The waves and gulls call to me and I feel inner peace when I can smell that sea salty tang in the air. Nothing quite beats a gorgeous coastal photo to remind us of that feeling. So here are my six favorite tips for gorgeous […]

Sharpening software can sometimes take away the blur. But with Luminar Neo and Topaz Photo AI both offering powerful AI sharpening tools, choosing the right one can be challenging. We use a blurry, rocky arch to figure out what works here. No, there will be no bird sharpening comparisons today! Sharpening software companies frequently like […]

Pushing your gear to different subjects can lead to more creative images. I started with photographing birds in my backyard. Got bored waiting. Ended up with some interesting plant images. See those original results. See below where that bit of experimentation with a long lens ended up. Gear I used the OM-1 camera fitted with […]

Getting among cute critters this Spring, it’s not just about photographing them, but enjoying the experience and reacting with them on their level. During an outing to local botanical gardens, I was so fortunate to interact with a South Brown Bandicoot. These curious little critters were happy to pose for me. The experience I am […]

Whether you’re a vintage camera collector, a professional photographer, or an enthusiast, a dry cabinet is a must have for keeping your gear protected. This is especially the case if you’re living in a location with high humidity. Storing your valuable photography gear in a regular cabinet or shelf won’t keep them safe from dirt, […]

As I mentioned in an earlier article on noise reduction, it’s Milky Way huntin’ season for capturing the Galactic Core. To capture the arch, I use a panorama technique. In this instance, I captured and stitched together eight image slices for the stars and the foreground. Panorama equipment A panorama head makes working with multiple […]

Are you still new to photography? Even so, it only takes a few months of shooting with dedication to amass a large collection of photos. Soon enough, you’ll find out that a big chunk of your workflow will involve organizing and backing up your photos. It’s not the most exciting part of the craft, but […]

Ready for another fun photography challenge to shake up your skills and creative juices? Now on the 16th week of their 52-week Photo Challenge, the focus is on creating breathtaking Panorama photos. In this challenge, your task is to use the unique perspective to showcase an expansive view of a scene. Think sweeping landscapes, cityscapes and architecture […]

When capturing the majesty of historic landmarks, many photographers instinctively reach for telephoto lenses. After all, zooming in isolates details, right? But for truly capturing the essence of a historic location, a wide-angle lens is often the secret weapon. Here’s why. Context is king Historic sites don’t exist in a vacuum. They were built to […]

We all know that a long lens is useful for photographing wildlife and things that are far away. I took my new 150-600mm lens, (check my review) which has a field of view equivalent to a 300-1200mm full frame lens, and turned it to subjects normally more suited to macro or shorter lenses. Ended up […]