📖 GOOD READS

The Perfect Lens for Your Landscape Composition

One of the most common questions I’ve heard recently has to do with the deciding factors that should be accounted for when determining which lens is best for a particular composition. I think as landscape photographers we all generally fall into one of the following two categories, we’re either the single composition or multi-composition type of photographer. If you’re the single composition kind you’re the type that gets on-location, identifies the composition, sets up the shot and waits for the conditions to be best ultimately walking away with a series of images of the same exact composition with the only difference being the conditions. Or, if you’re the multi-composition kind, then you’re the type that gets on-location, settles on a composition, grabs a couple of images and moves on looking for additional compositions within the scene.

I personally see pros & cons to each approach, if you’re the single composition type then you’ll more than likely be the one that comes away with the single spectacular image that has the best conditions, but it’ll only be one image. And if you’re the multi-comp kind then there’s a chance you could miss the best conditions with your favorite composition, but you’ll more than likely come away with a series of good images that better tells the story of the particular location. The reason I bring this up is because I don’t think there’s always a single best answer to the question, “What’s the perfect lens for this composition” rather I think each lens in your bag has the potential to create a unique and intriguing version of the composition you’re facing. >> Read More​

📖 GOOD READS

Live View vs Viewfinder: A Landscape Photographers Perspective

This is a topic that's become increasingly relevant to me and might resonate with you as well: the choice between using live view or the viewfinder for landscape photography. My thoughts on this has changed over recent years as my style of photography and eyesight have shifted.

Transitioning Vision:

Recently, I found myself facing a new challenge – a decline in my eyesight. For over 30+ years, I took my perfect 20/20 vision for granted. However, as my nearsightedness has worsened, I’ve had to adapt, especially in my photography endeavors where precise vision is a major benefit.

Pros of Live View:

First off, the advantages of live view. With live view, you gain better situational awareness, allowing you to assess your surroundings more effectively. Additionally, you can easily review your entire image, ensuring that nothing unwanted sneaks into the frame. Plus, tap to focus functionality offers a convenient way to pinpoint focus areas, saving valuable time.

Adapting to Unconventional Shooting Positions:

Live view shines when shooting from unusual angles or heights. Its flexibility accommodates low-to-ground compositions or high-angle shots effortlessly, making it a versatile tool for landscape photographers. >> Read More​

🤓 PHOTO NERDS

• 📸 The word camera originates from the Latin word "camera obscura" which translates to "dark chamber"
• 🏋️ The Carl Zeiss Apo Sonnar T* 1700 mm f/4 is the world’s heaviest lens for civilian use weighing in at a whopping 564 pounds.
• 🤳 In 2023, 91% of all photos captured were with a phone.

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