Stop Making Content. Start Making Art. (Here’s How)
Social media algorithms are rigged against photographers. Video gets pushed, photos get buried even when your single image has more soul than a thousand AI-generated TikToks with the same robotic voice-over. But here's what they don't want you to know: Your photography isn't the problem. The platforms are. And that's why we're offering a special Portfolio Review for Photographers program....
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The Best Sigma Lenses for Landscape Photography Under $400 (APS-C)
Sigma has some of the most impressive lenses, that have grown in number. The company has never shied away from trying new focal ranges, and it has been the best for many photographers. Landscape photographers have multiple options that they can choose from. So, today, we look at two options that are perfect in every way. Have a look....
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One of Micro Four Thirds’ Most Iconic Lenses Is Being Discontinued
The Micro Four Thirds system may not be for everyone, but it certainly is popular amongst many photographers. Companies such as Olympus and Panasonic have created some wonderful lenses for the system, but it appears that one of the options is now reaching the end of production. If you are an MFT user, here is a look at the option that you must get your hands on....
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Why We Turned Down Every Major Camera Brand (And What We’re Building Instead)
Here's a story you're not hearing anywhere else. We're one of the only publications working to help you make images that AI can't really create. In 2025, I started to do things that otherwise would seem crazy for a publisher of a niche photography online magazine to do. For starters, this year, the Phoblographer may actually make a printed magazine again. But in addition to that, we didn't sell any ads to the big camera manufacturers. It really showed me that if everyone even gave $1 to read FOR THE YEAR, we'd make enough money to be able to grow and sustain the site for a very, very long time. But that's really tough to ask. Eventually, I'd like to site to move away from needing and relying on banner-ads. Instead, I want the site to go fully super-affordable subscription eventually....
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Top 4 Cameras Everyone’s Hunting For Right Now
When it comes to choosing a camera, one has multiple options they can work with. While some are more expensive than others, there are a few that cost less than others. If you are someone who wants to buy an inexpensive device, here is a look at a few models that can be of help....
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The World’s First Third-Party AF Zoom Lens Is Here Under $700
Third-party lenses have been favored by many photographers. With various brands popping up in China in recent years, these manufacturers have also tried to push innovation at very cost-effective rates. While third-party Chinese lenses have largely been primes, it appears that Thypoch is here to change that. The company recently announced the Voyager AF 24-50mm f2.8, the first-ever autofocus zoom lens ever produced by a third-party manufacturer for full-frame mirrorless cameras. Here's a look at what it can offer....
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I Recreated the Golden Age of Digital Photography—Here’s How You Can Too
Trust me, we miss the era when images actually looked real. We've gone too far in the other direction. When we made our presets, we made them with the intent of having photographers be able to work without the need for AI replacing what they do. Indeed, these presets are all about authenticity and replicating a look that AI can't necessarily do....
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The Best Sony Lenses for Landscape Photography Under $400
Sony was one of the few companies to see the future of mirrorless cameras before anyone else. Today, they offer over a dozen lenses, and they are pretty good at what they do. For landscape photographers, there are multiple offerings as well, and today, we are looking at some options that can be of help. Have a look....
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5 Photographers Shaping the Future of GQ Magazine
Recently, GQ has made a pivot in its use of images to tell the stories within its pages, and in doing so, has changed the way we think about not just fashion photography but masculinity itself. These five photographers are the new vanguard that’s breathing new life into the stodgy world of men’s fashion photography....
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The Best Film Conversion Software
Film photography requires patience to practice, but it obviously doesn't end with just a click of the shutter button on your analog camera. If you're someone who doesn't just process your negatives for print, and wants to make digital copies of those photos, then you know how painstaking it can be. We've written many articles on the best ways you can scan film negatives, but here we're reviewing distinctly different film conversion software that can be used to convert those scans into positives. This isn't an article that ranks them - it just tells you the best part of each software and leaves the choice in your hands....
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How to Protect Your $10K Camera Kit for Less Than Your Coffee Budget
Hey pros! Listen up! Our photography insurance program is designed to be there when photographers really need it! We're giving you more than the competition can in different ways! Here's a little-known fact: the warranty of your camera or lens doesn't necessarily cover what happens to it in case of dust, inclement weather, etc. That's why we created the Photography Care Program, in collaboration with Full Frame Insurance. Dust affects your camera and lens performance more than you think, and unless you're constantly cleaning the lens contacts, your autofocus performance could end up pretty wonky. But just in case something happens, you can ensure your camera gear is always covered....
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Will OM System Join the Monochrome Camera Bandwagon Soon?
The OM System introduced some exceptional models last year. This includes OM-1 II, OM-3, and OM-5 II, cameras that offer good design, great images, and at an affordable rate. It now appears that OM System has some plans to introduce a new model this year, one that will certainly be loved by black and white photographers....
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