Author: Zan
Zan
Started my journey into photography/video over 15 years ago and have worked independently with various styles/companies. I'm a big tech enthusiast and enjoy working with the latest gear.
A collection of inspiring photographs taken with the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary, an all-around zoom lens released in 2021. Each photograph features the camera and settings used, alongside the name of the original photographer. Our gallery’s primary objective is to showcase a variety of styles achievable with different camera equipment. You can see our full review of the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN here. Csaba HUN | Fujifilm X-S10 – (6.5″ – f/4 – ISO 160) AJ Borromeo | Fujifilm X-T5 – (1/250 – f/8.0 – ISO 8000) Dave H | Fujifilm X-T5 Moon Ogre | Fujifilm X-S10 Scott…
You probably just got the Canon Rebel T7 with the kit zoom lens, right? If you’re a complete beginner, these are the 5 most important accessories that I recommend. Some will make your photography life easier, while others will help you take better pictures. They aren’t expensive, and work perfectly with the Canon T7. I’ve been shooting with Canon and Sony cameras for more than 10 years, and you can’t go wrong with the items you will see in this guide. 5 Best Accessories for Canon Rebel T7: Memory Card – SanDisk Extreme Pro 64GB Wireless Flash – Godox TT600…
In this guide, you are going to learn everything you need to know about shutter speed. Why is shutter speed important? It helps you get sharper images with less blur You will learn how to take photos at night (fireworks, astrophotography) You will learn how to freeze motion and get professional shots (birds, animals, sports) You will finally be able to take beautiful sunrise/sunset pictures I assume you are a beginner, so this entire guide is written in a way that will instantly allow you to improve your photos. What is Shutter Speed? See the colorful rectangle inside the camera…
The Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN is my favorite APS-C zoom lens for Sony cameras. I use it for travel, landscape, portrait and even low light photography. It’s my go-to choice for both professional and casual photography. However, while it is nearly perfect, there are definitely a couple of downsides you should be aware of. Here’s a summary of the Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN if you’re looking for the most important information. Pros: Excellent optical quality Small and compact design Fast and reliable auto focus for photos/videos Costs around $500 Versatile (can be an all-around lens) Cons: Distortion at…
If you’re looking for an affordable Canon telephoto lens for your DSLR, you have probably seen the popular Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III. Even though I think Canon makes some of the best lenses (and has for decades), this one is so old and overpriced that I can hardly recommend it to anyone (I will explain who should buy it towards the end of the post). Why is it bad? Image quality after 150mm is hardly usable No Image Stabilization or USM Too expensive compared to the Canon 55-250mm (which I will compare it to) What if I told you…
If you’re a photography beginner the term ISO probably seems a bit too technical. By the end of this guide, you will know everything you need to know about ISO, and how to apply it in different photography scenarios. Why is ISO important? If you raise the ISO value, your images will look brighter. If you lower the ISO value, they will look darker. That’s the whole magic! Now obviously it’s not as simple as that, but it’s also not complicated. As with shutter speed and aperture, changing any camera setting will also result in (usually) negative consequences. So what’s…
The Canon Rebel T7 was released in 2018 and is still one of the most popular DSLR camera thanks to its price and ease of use. It allows you to switch between different lenses, with more than 200 to choose from (Canon and many other third-party brands). This is one of the best things about DSLRs; being able to shoot all types of different scenarios with high image quality. The Canon Rebel T7 uses an EF-S mount but can accept both EF and EF-S lenses. Basically, it works with all Canon lenses even though it was designed with EF-S in…
I use these 3 lenses on a daily basis and they can be used for photographing pretty much anything you can think of. Portraits, landscape, architecture, wildlife, video, traveling, they can do it all. I’ve been shooting with Sony’s APS-C cameras for a couple of years now. With more than 100 different lenses to choose from, it can be hard to find “the right one”. In this guide, I’ll explain why these 3 will make your photography life easier without breaking the bank. The ONLY 3 Zoom Lenses You Need: Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 DC DN…
Pet photography is super fun and unpredictable because you never know what to expect. After photographing pets for many years, this is my list of the 16 most recommended tips for both “portrait” type animal photography, as well as more candid and casual type. Your camera doesn’t matter (these tips apply for smartphone users as well), but having a mirrorless camera will definitely help. The majority of this guide is about using the available light, angles, and getting better at capturing moments. 1. Shoot at Pet’s Eye Level This is the most important tip by far! Crouch down and get…
This is my list of the 7 most recommended accessories for the new Sony A7C II. You definitely don’t need all of them, but the first few will make your photography life a lot easier. Don’t worry, this is not a “most expensive” items list, but more of a best bang for the money. 7 Best Accessories for the Sony A7C II: Camera Strap – Peak Design Slide Lite Charger – Neewer Dual USB Charger Battery – Sony NP-FZ100 Cleaning – Altura Full-Frame Kit Memory Card – Kingston Canvas SDXC Microphone – Sony ECM-B10 Gimbal – DJI RS3 If you buy anything after clicking the links that…