Create Bizarre Portraits by Compositing Facial Features
This technique for creating bizarre portraits involves shooting a baseline head and shoulders shot with a portrait lens, using either a wide or narrow aperture.
Archive Edition
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
This review evaluates Fujifilm's XF16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II lens against its highly-regarded Mark I predecessor. Elsewhere, Fujifilm has introduced a new silver colorway for its Instax Mini 99 instant camera, building on its reputation as the "best-looking Instax camera." This retro-inspired design features silver top and bottom plates, a power ring, and decorative accents, complemented by a strip of black leatherette. Separately, Nathan Cool, with 15 years of real estate photography experience, outlines how to build a sustainable business in 2026. He stresses that mastering skills must precede marketing efforts, suggesting a slow start by shooting for friends to build a portfolio.
Gear
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10 Common Mistakes That Ruin Headshots
A successful headshot captures a person at their most confident, but many fall short due to recurring, fixable errors rather than equipment issues.
Photoolex BB Series Offers Modular Battery Charging Solutions
The Photoolex BB Series is a new modular camera battery charging system designed for professional photographers and videographers.
Nolan's 300-Pound IMAX Camera Trick for 'The Odyssey'
Filmmaker Christopher Nolan devised an innovative solution for shooting intimate dialogue scenes in 'The Odyssey' with a massive IMAX camera.
Canon 5D Mark II and 40mm Pancake Lens for Honest Street Photography
The author intentionally mounted a Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM pancake lens, designed for stealth, onto a Canon 5D...
Fujifilm's Instax Mini 99 Gains Retro Silver Finish
Fujifilm has introduced a new silver colorway for its Instax Mini 99 instant camera, building on its...
Canon
The Canon EOS R8, Sony A7 III, and Nikon Z6 II, three popular full-frame mirrorless cameras, are currently on...
Tamron 12-20mm f/2.8
Tamron has launched a fast-aperture 12-20mm f/2.8 ultra-wide zoom lens for Sony E-mount and Nikon Z mount...
Tamron 12-20mm f/2.8 Lens Simplifies Naming
Tamron has released a new 12-20mm f/2.8 ultra-wide zoom lens for Sony E-Mount and Nikon Z-Mount, notably...
Don Smith Tests Sony Alpha 7R VI in New Zealand Landscapes
Photographer Don Smith took Sony's Alpha 7R VI camera on a journey through New Zealand's iconic landscapes.
Reviews
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Sony A7CR's Ideal Everyday Carry Lens
This review focuses on identifying the ideal everyday carry lens for the Sony A7CR camera.
Mark Denney's Single Editing Technique Transforms Photos
Photographer Mark Denney reveals a specific editing technique that has profoundly impacted his workflow.
Sharpness and Bokeh Compared
This review delves into the Sigma 135mm Art lens, focusing on its optical performance, specifically sharpness and bokeh quality.
Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 Lens
This review evaluates Fujifilm's XF16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II lens against its highly-regarded Mark I predecessor.
Recreating a Classic Hasselblad Shot with the X2DII
This content details a photographer's attempt to recreate a classic Hasselblad photograph using the X2DII...
New Camera Audio Features Render External Gear Obsolete
The article highlights how modern cameras are integrating sophisticated audio recording features that rival or...
Canon Creator Recommends Versatile Travel Zoom Lenses
Canon Creator Nathan Lee Allen has identified three zoom lenses that he finds approachable and versatile for...
Viltrox AF 26mm f/2.8 'Evo' pancake lens
Christopher Frost provides a review of the Viltrox AF 26mm f/2.8 'Evo' pancake lens.
Adrien Sanguinetti Reviews Super Lightweight
A practical guide and review focusing on a camera that excels in its portability and performance.
Viltrox 26mm f/2.8 Full Frame EVO Series Lens Quick Review with Autofocus!
This review from Phil Thach Photography examines the Viltrox 26mm f/2.8 Full Frame EVO Series lens.
Split-Tone Editing for Richer Sunsets
Gareth Evans of Park Cameras illustrates a split-tone editing method for sunset photos, emphasizing distinct...
Mads Peter Iversen Captures Exceptional Light
Photographer Mads Peter Iversen presents a video highlighting a specific instance of exceptional lighting...
Viltrox 26mm f/2.8 EVO proves pancake lenses don't have to sacrifice quality for size
The Viltrox 26mm f/2.8 EVO pancake lens features a durable all-metal construction, weighing just 130 grams and...
Tamron 12-20mm f2.8 Ultra Wide Full Frame Lens Review
This review offers a practical look at the Tamron 12-20mm f2.8 ultra-wide full-frame lens, presented by Julia...
Tamron 12-20mm f/2.8 Lens Tested on City Streets
TheCameraStoreTV has conducted a hands-on test of the Tamron 12-20mm f/2.8 lens, focusing on its real-world...
Tamron Lenses Signal a New Era for Photography
The article suggests that Tamron is entering a new phase with its recent lens developments.
Tamron 12-20mm f/2.8 lens for E-Mount and Z-Mount offers a lightweight
The Tamron 12-20mm f/2.8 ultra-wide zoom lens, available for Sony E-Mount and Nikon Z-Mount, is noted for its...
Tamron 12-20mm f2.8 Ultra-Wide Lens First Look
Fernando Martinez offers a hands-on first look at the Tamron 12-20mm f2.8 ultra-wide lens.
Field Notes
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Older Cameras Endure Due to Handling
A photographer took a 15-year-old Lumix GX1 camera and a 2012 lens on a trip to the Italian coast, highlighting how a camera's usability and feel can keep it relevant long after its technical specifications become dated.
Rumors
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FroKnowsPhoto Discusses Unexpected Pro Lens Rumors
FroKnowsPhoto has presented an unconfirmed report regarding a professional lens that has taken the photography world by surprise.
Opinion
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These wildlife photographers broke the rules
There’s a video doing the rounds on social media in Chile showing a group of wildlife photographers coming within just meters of a puma in the Torres del Paine National Park (Chilean Patagonia), and it’s causing quite a...
News
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Kerstin Weiser Fuses Humans with Playgrounds
German photographer Kerstin Weiser has won the HfG Rundgang Award 2026 for her series "Von Sandburg zu Sandburg." The project features volunteers dressed in color-coordinated outfits, integrated into sculptural...
Lightweight Cameras for Travel
The article reviews several compact and lightweight cameras suitable for travel photography and videography.
Sony and CatchLight Partner to Equip Local Newsrooms
Sony Electronics has partnered with CatchLight to expand the visual reporting capabilities within local newsrooms.
Industry
2 stories
US Copyright Office could drastically increase fees for photographers this fall
Registering a copyright for a group of photos could cost as much as $30 more this fall, as the US Copyright Office has issued plans for an increase in fees.
Real Estate Photography Business
Nathan Cool, with 15 years of real estate photography experience, outlines how to build a sustainable business in 2026.