How to better use Lightroom as a beginner? So for Christmas I have gifted myself a subscription to Lightroom and Photoshop with the current sale going on! I was just wondering if you guys had certain tips or good videos/creators to watch to attack some more than basic stuff! Very technology advanced looking for more of a deeper dive! Thank you and Merry Christmas/Holidays! submitted…

18 and just got my first camera canon EOS 2000D is it good ? Hey guys for Christmas my mom brought me ny first camera a canon EOS 2000D. I wanted a camera for YouTube but I know that this doesn’t have a microphone jack but I’m still grateful and will use it for photography. Do you guys have any advice for a beginner and for this specific camera? submitted by /u/Ok_Culture9963

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Which to get for first flash? Godox DP800III or V1? I’m a bit of an all rounder still as a photographer but have mainly been doing boudoir and fashion shoots. Just looking for something to bring that extra level to my images. Would love to know what people think I should go with and why submitted by /u/jack_ofall

How to make this local selection? Lightroom wizards… what’s the best way to select the smoke circled in red so I can brighten it without affecting the rest of the image? Ty submitted by /u/Boston-Matrix

Recommendations for a small packable backpack with side access? Hi everyone, Currently, on trips I take my Patagonia MLC mini, which I empty in my hotel room and carry just what I need for the day(Sony A7CR, two small lenses, 500-700ml water bottle, packable down jacket). The backpack is still heavy and unwieldy for carrying around town and forces me to find somewhere to lay my bag flat to swap lenses. I am …

Camera recs for street photography? Hi everyone! As my title suggests, I want a lightweight/compact camera that I can use for quick street shots when I am out and traveling. I do have a budget of $500 and would like to purchase used equipment. Recommendations are greatly appreciated. Merry Xmas. submitted by /u/theravenhairgirl

Question about reselling a lens ? I have a Sigma 85mm 1.4 that I am looking to sell, I bought it a couple years ago and used it only a couple times. The issue is it has a loose barrel mount, I looked it up and saw a few videos showing it’s a relatively easy fix if you’re comfortable with it. I am not so I was looking to sell it at a discounted price with the idea that someone wo…

Do you keep your raw files and psd files or only raws? I have my entire disk full of .psd files which take a lot of space. So my question, do photographers keep those files or only stick to raw files and re-edit picture if they ever need it in the future? Cause those files take A LOT of space compared to just keeping raws. submitted by /u/TheTiniestPeach

How to get this dreamy/hazy effect? All credits to @alexfelll on Instagram Hello everyone! I’m just curious about what settings I need to use and/or post processing tips to achieve this look. I adore his photography style but especially love the way he gets grass to look so soft yet detailed! I’m a newb with a Sony a6400 ASPC camera, so I’m also hoping it’s not a body limitation …

Fujifilm X-M5 or Nikon Zfc ? I’m buying an actual camera for the first time, and I’m really confused on which one to go for.. the XM5 is really portable which is something I value since I mainly want a camera to capture small things daily, although it seems like the Nikon Zfc provides greater control (please correct me if I’m wrong, newbie here ) Both are similarly priced …

Editing photos with Fuji Film sims workflow, not getting JPEG matching colors? submitted by /u/cyborg008

Godox V1 for Canon or Godox DP800 Mk3? Need some advice for first big flash. I shoot a lot of boudoir so would prefer something I could use with a parabolic and grid. Both are roughly the same price submitted by /u/jack_ofall

How filming affecting camera condition? I interested in buying a6300 with 17k shutter count. I’m sure that seller used the camera for filming as well. What should I expect? How does filming affect camera’s condition? Im planning to use the camera only for photography submitted by /u/Xavilion

Beginners camera advice/videos? Just got a beginners camera for Christmas (Nikon coolpix b700) and I was wondering if anyone had a good beginners guide for photography (as this is my first time). I can take photos on auto mode but whenever I try and change the ISO or aperture of the camera, everything goes wrong 😅 any help would be greatly appreciated! 😁😁 submitted by /…

Fujifilm X100V for 600$, good deal? Getting fujifilm X100V for 550-600$, I’ve never owned a camera before and wanted to start getting into photography. Is this a good deal? And a good camera for a beginner? Also what checks should I make to ensure camera is in okay shape? submitted by /u/theindian-notorious

Which full frame mirrorless for manual lenses? Hi folks! I am mostly shooting analog and lately picked-up Nikon FE as it seems old Nikon AI and AIs glass is coming a relative abundance. However I also own Olympus E-M5 III (had E-M10 II for a long time) and really liked to adapt manual focus lenses to it. Now thinking of getting a full frame instead of m43 mainly to have a better selection …

Sony a6400 or fuji xm5? I currently have a canon 70d , i never take it along because too heavy/ big Use a camera mostly for family or travel, thinking of buying a sony a6400 or the xm5, mostly because they both seem rather compact, the a6400 is 5 years since release but pricepoint is currently good My search is compact but has to be better than a smartphone…., would ap…

Beginner here, how do I connect my cob light to a Speedlite mount softbox? So I got my first key light recently, and I went for the Ulanzi LT005 60W Bi-Color COB Video Light. Then I got myself a 90cm Triopo Octagonal Parabolic Softbox, but the problem is it’s only for Speedlite. I just realized that my key light has to have a Bowen’s mount. What should I buy? Should I get an Universal Bowen’s Mount adapter? Would some…

Switch from Sony A7III full-frame to Fuji XT-5 APS-C? Hello everyone! I’ve been photographing for a few years now, starting with an old Nikon FM2 (what a gem!) to learn the basics, before transitioning to digital with a Sony A7III in 2021. I’m not a pro and mainly shoot street, urban landscapes, stills, and travel photography, occasionally portraits, with a minimal, abstract style. I shoot RAW, and…