Author Archives: ShutterBug

The Importance of Going Out There in Landscape Photography

pay per click advertising A couple of months ago, I asked whether photography can be considered a numbers game. My answer was yes – but not in the volume of photos you take. Instead, it’s how many times you go … Continue reading

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Photography News: Rumored Telephotos, Memory Card Sales

For the opening photo of this Photography News, I have borrowed the Bolivian Red-fronted Macaw (Ara rubrogenys) from its author Tomas Grim. This magnificent, critically endangered parrot does not nest in tree cavities like its relatives, but on high cliffs. … Continue reading

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Nikon Z Cameras: What to Do When Subject Detection Fails

Since the debut of the Z System in 2018, Nikon cameras have taken a giant leap forward in terms of autofocus performance. The original Z6 and Z7 models, with which Nikon entered the mirrorless waters, could only detect the eyes … Continue reading

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Nikon Z 50mm f/1.2 S Review

This hands-on review covers everything that you need to know about the Nikon Z 50mm f/1.2 S, an ultra-bright prime lens available for the Z System. Although it’s large, heavy, and expensive, there’s a lot to like where image quality … Continue reading

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The Obvious Shot and the Hidden Shot

Often in photography, there is what I’d call the “obvious shot.” The obvious shot can sometimes be a cliché image that tons of people have photographed before, but it doesn’t have to be. Instead, it’s really just the most straightforward … Continue reading

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