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by Zack Young · Posted
Once you’re familiar with the basic concepts behind high-volume photography, the next logical step is to figure out what gear you need to purchase. That’s when the panic might hit. Suddenly you’re flooded with decisions about cameras, lenses, strobes, backdrops, barcode scanners, and more, each category including tons of different options at every
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
The best accessories for your drone can help optimize performance and enhance your overall flight experience. But with so many drone accessories on the market, how do you know which accessories are essential and which are excessive? To help clear up some of the confusion, we’ve put together a list of must-have drone accessories, including essential add-ons like memories cards, spare batteries, and more.
Memory Cards
If you plan
by Jordan Gallant · Posted
This week, Canon released the RF 16-28mm STM compact zoom lens; FUJIFILM introduced the INSTAX WIDE EVO camera; Panasonic added three new 4K camcorders to its catalog; and Pelican rolled out new travel bag and storage ecosystems. On top of all that, NAMM 2025 started this week, so we saw tons of new music gear and technology from the biggest names in the industry.
Canon Adds a Compact RF Zoom
Boasting a compact, lightweight form factor, the
by Zack Young · Posted
This holiday season, if you’re looking to gift the special photographer in your life something thoughtful and unique, not tacky or cliché (looking at you, lens-shaped coffee mug), then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite unconventional but essential (or at the very least useful) gifts for photographers.
Photo Gifts Under $100
Ruggard 19 x 19" Padded Equipment Wrap
Your photographer loved one most assuredly has a bevy of breakable equipment, but their methods for stowing and traveling with it might
by John-Paul Pale… · Posted
The holidays are nearly upon us, which means it's time to start thinking about what gifts to give to your friends and family. For the photographers on your list, we've put together a guide of the best photo gifts available, including options for every skill level, application, and budget.
Peak Design Capture Camera Clip v3
If you need a quick and secure way to carry your camera on the go, the Capture Camera Clip v3
by Shawn C. Steiner · Posted
New cameras or lenses are great, but they’re not always the easiest gift to give every holiday season. Rather than spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars to please a photographer in your life, you might consider some smaller expendables that every photographer needs. They might not be the snazziest gifts out there, but your photographer will be grateful to have them.
Gaffer Tape
To non-photographers, a roll of tape might seem like the worst gift of all time. However,
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Landscape photography is an unpredictable experience. Unlike certain genres of indoor photography, which take place in safer, more controlled environments, landscape photography is shot outdoors, where you are at the mercy of the elements. To prepare yourself and help keep you (and your gear) safe, we've put together this list of
by Zack Young · Posted
When it comes to camera bags, filmmakers know that choosing the right sack to schlep all of your stuff is paramount. For most people, the right bag is one that can support and protect all of your gear, is comfortable to wear, and allows you to easily access equipment when you need it. Popular camera bag options include various styles of backpacks, top-loading bags, hard cases, and more. In this article, we're
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Most people’s perception of prison life revolves around sensationalized news stories and Hollywood movies depicting drab, inhospitable environments far outside our reach.
In today’s show, we’re challenging that view in a chat with two educators who use photography as a framework for teaching visual literacy and the art of storytelling to incarcerated men.
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For anyone familiar with the photo industry, the mammoth lawsuit between The Andy Warhol Foundation and renowned music photographer Lynn Goldsmith should be no secret. This complex battle over the rights to her 1981 portrait of the artist formerly known as Prince lasted seven years and went all the way to the Supreme Court.
Above photograph © Lynn Goldsmith
But do you know the circumstances behind her original portrait session with the famously reserved musician, and were you aware of all the misinformation about this case that was
by M. Brett Smith · Posted
Shopping for a drone pilot this holiday season? Check out our list of must-have drone accessories and gift ideas. Whether you’re shopping for a first-time flyer or a veteran pilot, these products are sure to please the drone-lover in your life.
Spare Parts
Piloting a drone can be as exciting as it is perilous. Trees, waterfalls, rocks: They’re fun to fly around, but a total bummer (and sometimes catastrophic) to fly into. To avoid a premature and possibly permanent grounding, be sure to keep plenty of
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How central is your personal drive and unique creative vision to the pictures you make? If these characteristics strike a chord or are traits to which you aspire, then you won’t want to miss our inspiring chats with photographers Ashok Sinha and Anabel DFlux. We caught up with both of these accomplished creatives earlier this year at B&H’s 2023 Depth of Field Conference.
Above photograph © Ashok Sinha
We begin with architectural
by Nwakego Nwasike · Posted
From its roots as a small mom-and-pop store to the worldwide brand it is today, B&H Photo Video Pro Audio has been helping professionals and amateurs alike achieve their photo, video, and pro audio goals since 1973. This year marks 50 years of business for B&H and, to celebrate the occasion, we hosted the Bild Expo, a two-day conference at the Javits Center in Manhattan, on September 6–7.
by Cory Rice · Posted
Traveling with expensive, delicate photo equipment is stressful. No photographer enjoys entrusting someone else—let alone airport security—with their gear, but sometimes you don't have a choice. Fortunately, Pelican's Air series includes a trio of hard cases for travelers seeking a smart balance of size, weight, and strength.
Since its launch in 2016, Pelican's Air series has grown to include well over a dozen cases of all sizes for a variety of purposes. This review focuses on the three cases designed for air travel: the
by Mos Khan · Posted
The best hard cases safeguard your camera and video equipment from environmental rigors, inclement weather, and shocks from collisions or serious falls. Typically, hard cases feature some kind of durable polycarbonate shell and a foam-lined interior replete with pockets and various storage compartments. However, even though they share similar qualities and features, hard cases come in a variety of shapes and sizes,