Recent Blog Posts
Scary Lighting To Make Your Subjects Look Like Badasses
post a comment | posted 1 week ago
Originally posted at CameraPorn
Via Strobist, Phoenix Photographer Blair Bunting shares his lighting techniques to make a subject "The scariest person imaginable." And amazingly, 95% of this is achieved completely in-camera with just basic retouching. Check it out!
Note: Image...
Master Your Portrait Retouching!
post a comment | posted 1 week ago
Originally posted at CameraPorn
Came across this list over at Smashing Magazine, and its HUGE. 70 different links for retouching portraits including skin, eyes and lots more. Even some stuff to make your subjects fatter, skinnier and younger! If you're looking to learn how to ret...
Quick Tips for Shooting Fireworks
post a comment | posted Jul 3
Originally posted at CameraPorn
It's that time again, where we all get to enjoy lots of little explosions in the sky and celebrate our nation's independence, all while drinking lots of beer, eating deliciously un-healthy food and enjoying time with out friends and family... For ...
Not-So-Recent Blog Posts
Nikon D700 is Official and its HOT HOT HOT!!
post a comment | posted Jul 2
Originally posted at CameraPorn
It's now official folks...Nikon has released its mid-range full-frame DSLR and its called the D700. Some brief specs:
12.1 MP Full-Frame Sensor (same as D3)
ISO up to 25,600
5 FPS or 8 With battery grip
51-Point Autofocus
I also must say to Niko...
New Nikon Full-Frame DSLR?
post a comment | posted Jun 19
Originally posted at CameraPorn
Rumors are going wild about the release of the supposed Nikon D700, a full-frame DSLR that shares the same sensor and autofocus system of the wonderful Nikon D3. All the talk comes from some images of leaked promotional material... I'll be posting...
Canon Releases Entry-level Rebel DSLR
post a comment | posted Jun 10
Originally posted at CameraPorn
Canon has let loose some info on the upcoming Rebel XS or 1000D for all the non-us markets. This will be Canon's lowest price DSLR ranging from $600-$700 and will include the new 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS kit lens.
Upgrades include a 2.5-inch LCD (up f...
Ever Had a Bad Experience at a Local Camera Shop?
post a comment | posted May 22
Originally posted at CameraPorn
Of course you have! Just read an interesting post over at Thomas Hawk which references and original story at PhiloKing.com outlining some horrible local camera store experiences. I share these sentiments exactly. Currently, local camera shops for m...
My Nikon D300 is for Sale... Who Wants?
post a comment | posted May 18
Originally posted at CameraPorn
So I'm selling my Nikon D300, and wanted to give you guys first dibs.
** Update: D300 has been sold- other stuff still available.
It's like new, and very well cared for with around 5000 Shutter actuations.
Nikon D300 Price: $1600 OBO - Body Only....
Remember When I Said Don't Check Gear with your Baggage? Here's Why...
post a comment | posted May 17
Originally posted at CameraPorn
Just read a totally heartbreaking story from our friend Matt Mullenweg... my ultimate camera nightmare. On a recent trip from Philadelphia to San Francisco, a US Airways scumbag baggage handler stole his Nikon D3, Nikkor 85mm f/1.4D IF, Nikkor 24...
Canon Rebates are Back
post a comment | posted May 16
Originally posted at CameraPorn
Canons wonderful spring rebates are back and valid from May 18th until July 19th and are instant.. no mailing stupid rebate forms. Woohoo! Here they are:
EOS-5D $300
EOS-40D - $200
EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM - $125
EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM - $125
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