Best way to scan and enlarge old photo? I’m looking to scan an old photo of my dad and enlarge it so I can put it in a frame to hang above my bar cart (see attached for the inspiration). I was thinking of taking it somewhere since I don’t have an actual photo scanned. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! submitted by /u/dogofsteel1

I have a photo gig tomorrow. Helicopter beam setting How do I go about getting some interesting shots? I am working with an iron working company tomorrow. They will be setting beams on this roof and using a helicopter to get the beams up there. How would I go about getting interesting shots? I wanna have some of the workers and the helicopter in the same shot. Any advice is greatly appreciated! TIA submitted by /u/Rb_photos12

Should I get kodak pixpro fz55, ilford pixi-z or a second hand camera? These only ones available at shops in my budget unless I go for second hand cameras. I found Samsung Digimax S860, Lumix dmc-zr1, Fujifilm Finepix F30, Canon powershot s60, Canon IXUS 220 hs and an Olympus SH-25MR. Please let me know if going for any of these digital cameras would be a better option. submitted by /u/ValGreco10

About to purchase preset bundle pack from Luxe Lens. Worth it? Hello all, I’ve been editing photos for 3 years using Lightroom classic. I know I can create my own presets yes I’ve done that. But I wanted to start trying something new. I wanted to make my workflow a lil easier because I’m on the go. Do you think purchasing preset bundles are worth it? I was thinking Luxe Lens bundle pack. What do you guys th…

What caused this frosty effect to hair after photo editing? (L: unedited, R: Edited) Although I do a fair amount of editing myself, I had a photographer take headshots of me. He edited them and I am wondering why my hair looks so shiny, ashy and overly defined compared to the proofs (left side). My dandruff and grey hairs, although minimal, almost became the entire head of hair. Were the whites and clarity increased too far? Or …

How much should I charge for a band photoshoot? I am an amateur hobbyist photographer and over the past couple months some friends of mine who are in a band have been asking me to do photoshoots for them, only ever about 30mins long. The first time I did it for free but the second time they insisted on paying and suggested £25 which I accepted as I wasn’t expecting to get paid. This time they…

Fungus or something else? Hi, I’ve had this lens some time but haven’t used for several months as it’s more for work – and haven’t been booked recently. Last client had nightmare children (toddlers) and one threw something at me that hit my lens – a pretty hard impact. Shoot had to be cut short due to the parents refusing to stop the kids behaving like this, resulting in…

How do you achieve a photo like this? I want to take a photo of my friend where he is standing still and people around him are moving just like in this image. How do I achieve this? https://preview.redd.it/d8piobw8i95e1.png?width=826&format=png&auto=webp&s=fbffdffef2c4023577a8c9034f766f6d2e7d0053 submitted by /u/HomieWizard

Best affordable online storage options? Hello, long time caller…I know I missed all the Black Friday sales but would love to hear everyone’s options and opinions for affordable (read, under $20/month) storage solutions. I’ve already used Backblaze and crashplan and would like to explore other options. Open to purchasing storage for a year. Current needs would be about 10 TB. Consider…

What camera is best for my goals? I’m brand new to photography and I want to get into it as a hobby. I have a $150 budget to spend on a digital camera plus accessories/gear if needed. As for the types of photos I wish to take with the camera, I have a very wide range. I’m an entomologist so I would love to be able to get some closeup of my local arthropods (smallest I’d take is …

Portable mini photoprinter? Hey! Between these three, which one should I buy? HP sprocket luna canon zoemini 2 fujifilm instax mini link 2 printer submitted by /u/Alone-Month609

How are photographers achieving this abstract, stylized look? https://preview.redd.it/cln50w9iz85e1.jpg?width=1170&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=414fb8d0b8b77f5329b903b5da88c1668cf054a4 https://preview.redd.it/3c17hv9iz85e1.jpg?width=1170&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=caa480e54930ef13122ff4051afaaf4bbc669715 https://preview.redd.it/q8pbev9iz85e1.jpg?width=1170&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5dd02648b88a869823d1ca7a3643aef0c6…

What’s the name of that small softbox on strobe lights? I’ve noticed in videos some photographers have these small softboxes on their profoto or godox strobe lights. It’s not big like regular soft boxes. It’s elastic and kinda stretches around the bulb. I’ve been trying to find it on Amazon but I cannot. It’s more portable and convenient it looks like. Does anyone know what its called? submitted …

Trying to get into vintage lens photography? I have Sony A7ii and looking to get Pentax K lenses. Do i have to get right size adapter cuz someobe talking about lens and sensor distance. Have you tried vintage lens looking for some tips and photos? submitted by /u/KurreHusse

What is this cutout for? Hi everyone, I purchased a godox ad-r12 deep focus reflector which just arrived and i noticed this opening on the side of it. It isn’t a flaw as it in the official pictures aswell but does anyone know what this is for? submitted by /u/Delicious-Belt-1158

How many steps back/arms reach is 40mm compared to 28mm FoV? I normally shoot 28mm and find I tend to have to get really close to subjects, or reach my arm out to get the shots I want. This in particular bugs my kids when in shooting them. I’m considering switching to 40mm so that I get the same shots from more of a distance. But in terms of arm reaches and steps backwards, what’s the difference between 2…

Any arguments against my planned setup? I have a Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ 1000 II and want to step up my game with a DLSM. I plan to buy the Sony A6700 with the TAMRON B061S 18-300mm. It’s important to my, that I have again a setup for my daily use without carrying several lenses. Of course, I will buy more over time but this combination is perfect for my current budget. I shoot mostly l…

Lens advice for this kind of shot? Hi all, I have the Sony A7 III mirrorless with the stock lens kit. Everyone is saying it’s “not good”. I want to accomplish cool lifestyle cinematic looks like this picture. I know there’s a bit of editing, and skill, but looking to pay $1000-1400 and get the most bang for my buck for lifestyle photography. Any advice? Or is this really just acc…

Which of these photos would you choose if someone gave you a print of it? submitted by /u/cristobalfredes

Shimoda or Peak Design? Bought both, which should I leave? Shimoda Urban Explorer 20 or Peak Design Everyday Backpack 20? Did anyone had experience with both of them? Pros and cons? They have completely different built and I’m really confused. I already own Shimoda Action X30 V2 and it’s a wonderful backpack but a bit heavy and not so comfortable for longer hikes. On …