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The Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.7 E lens for Sony E was my first time trying a Viltrox lens. Honestly, I wasn't quite sure what to expect. I've used plenty of third-party lenses but never these. Well, I was blown away by the sharpness of this lens. I'm excited to share my experiences, both good and bad, with this powerhouse of a lens in such a tiny package.

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Author: kate g
Posted: December 27, 2024, 10:03 pm

Freelance work can be exciting, but it’s not without challenges. One of the biggest hurdles is recognizing red flags early enough to make informed decisions about potential jobs. Whether it’s unclear communication, rushed timelines, or vague contracts, these warning signs often hint at larger issues down the road.

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Author: Alex Cooke
Posted: December 27, 2024, 9:03 pm

Unwanted objects can ruin an otherwise perfect shot, especially in outdoor photography. Photoshop’s new distraction removal tool aims to streamline this process, offering an automated way to clean up your images with minimal effort.

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Author: Alex Cooke
Posted: December 27, 2024, 8:03 pm

In the digital age, information flows at speeds and scales that are unprecedented in human history. Social media platforms, digital news outlets, and personal devices collectively serve as both mirrors and engines of cultural discourse. Within this vast ecosystem, a new frontier has emerged: synthetic media or AI-generated media. And with its advanced outpacing our ability to corral its impact, we are headed for trouble.

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Author: Alex Cooke
Posted: December 27, 2024, 5:03 pm

Curves adjustments in Photoshop are essential for refining contrast and tone, but they can introduce unwanted color changes. This can leave you with oversaturated or washed-out colors that may not suit your vision. Finding a way to control these effects without compromising the image's vibrancy is a challenge many users face.

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Author: Alex Cooke
Posted: December 27, 2024, 3:03 pm

The Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS USM lens offers wildlife enthusiasts a versatile tool with an impressive zoom range at a reasonable price. Here's a look at how it performs.

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Author: Alex Cooke
Posted: December 27, 2024, 1:03 pm

Latest from DYI Photography.net

DIY Photography Your one stop shop for everything photo and video

10 FREE 3D printed Gadgets for Photographers

By: Mathieu Stern

Published on Feb 7, 2018

►You can find all the free models i speak about here :
Photo background : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:101…
Sony rear Lens cap : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:753741
Front cap : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:110870
mountain sd card holder : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:149…
Framing spiral : http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1358472
Screw mount : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:578514
Fujian lens hood : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:258…
Lens cap holder : https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:276…
Kiev 10-15 adapter for Helios 60 : http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1464062
Lithophane : http://3dp.rocks/lithophane/

►Learn more about the cheap Cetus 3D printer :
https://www.cetus3d.com

How to Fix Light Leaks in Film Cameras

 

By: Shawnee Union

Originally published on Apr 30, 2017

If you use vintage cameras at some point you need to change you light seals. I’ll go over over how to easily do it and the tools you’ll need as well.

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Light Seal Foam https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53…

Cotton Swabs http://amzn.to/2pMIHI0

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Note by Camaras.net:  Other very good tutorial on how to replace light seals here:> (MattsclassicCameras.com)

Zine – A Way to Publish and Promote Your Photography

 

By: Ted Vieira

Originally published on Apr 24, 2017

Zines are such a great way for photographers to publish and promote their photography that can really help their shots stand out.

If you’d like to download the digital zines that I talk about in the video, you can find those here:
http://minor11.com/emulsion-zine/

web: http://tavphotography.com
instagram: @tav_photography
direct instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/tav_photogr…

How to Turn Helios Lenses into a DIY 30$ tilt Lens Baby

 

By: Mathieu Stern

Originally published on Mar 1, 2017

Today we will create some Lensbaby tilt shift lenses that cost 30$ and that are actually way better than the original which is ” just” 400$.
Using two soviet vintage Helios lenses and some rubber adapter, you can create some incredibly cool tilt effects for your portraits or landscapes.

Before every one starts to freak out, here are some interesting links for you :

here you can buy the Helios adapter for 10 $, it’s the one i use in the video :
http://www.horaczko.com/product/tilt

also I made a playlist of videos explaining how to create the same result from a tube of rubber.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list…

you can see the HD photos of the shoot on my blog :
https://tinyurl.com/jpz6rl3

►I N S T A G R A M : https://www.instagram.com/mathieustern/
►T W I T E R: http://twitter.com/Mathieustern
►F A C E B O O K : https://goo.gl/gKSJwC

You can buy the Photoshop Actions i used in this video :
http://mathieustern.com/photoshop-act…

IF YOU LIKE THESE VIDEOS, YOU CAN MAKE A KIND DONATION OF $2 OR $5 VIA PAYPAL :
(paypal email: mathieustern@yahoo.fr )
OR
SUPPORT ME AND MY EXPERIMENTS ON PATREON :
https://goo.gl/eUQ9ZY

New to my Channel?? Here are some playlists to get you started.

➜ Best Of – Watch These First : https://goo.gl/pC31Ae

➜ The Weird Lens Challenge : https://goo.gl/F14AmC

➜ The Cheap Weird Lens Reviews : https://goo.gl/4Esi2p

➜ How To / Tutorials : https://goo.gl/mMZlTk.

Don’t forget to subscribe to my Youtube channel to get the new episodes of the Weird Lens Challenge

Note By Camaras.net: Mathieu Stern’s Youtube Channel is highly recommended, it is entertaining and educational.