#Ask Photography

Offers a space to ask all sorts of questions about photography, from business to composition.

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What are the cons of using a 3rd party 70-200 f2.8 EF lens with an R7?

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What are the cons of using a 3rd party 70-200 f2.8 EF lens with an R7? Currently in the market to upgrade my current RX100 to a more capable sports photography setup (indoor and outdoor) – I’ve got my eyes on a used R7 for $850 and the Sigma 70-200mm F/2.8 DG OS HSM Sports w/ the EF mount and Canon’s EF-RF adapter. Would the AF performance take a significant hit considering that it’s not a native lens? And if so, …

Ask Photography 1.3k 2025-02-02

Why does my wool mid-layer turn gray, when taken photo?

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Why does my wool mid-layer turn gray, when taken photo? Hi. Can anyone tell me, why this https://www.varusteleka.com/fi/product/sarma-tst-l2-valikerrasto-merinovillaa/75299?option=52086 (green one) turns gray, when i take photo. I use samsung s-24 standard with basic settings. Everything else is as it should be color wise after shot, so i dont think its hardware/software problem. Left one is upper …

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What would be the closest filter used in the show “Severance”? What would be the best way to achieve it without Apple TV money

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What would be the closest filter used in the show “Severance”? What would be the best way to achieve it without Apple TV money I can’t quite put my hand on it but the white really pops, colors appear muted but saturated at the same time (if that makes any sense?) and the dark is really prevalent, even in the daytime, especially the night scenes where it really stands out. If I’m making any sense, does anyone know how to achieve the same effect in pictures? submitte…

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I want to upgrade my hx60, any recommendations?

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I want to upgrade my hx60, any recommendations? Hi, Budget: 500 – 1000€. Country: France Condition: Used OK Type of Camera: As compact as possible Intended use: Photography If photography; what style: landscape, street, wildlife What features do you absolutely need: viewfinder What features would be nice to have: Excellent zoom Portability: Pocketable Cameras you’re considering: HX99 Cameras …

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bargain on the market?

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bargain on the market? Hi all, Just found all the below lenses for around 1800EUR. I mainly need only the nikon lenses but he sells only the lot. Tamron 18-400 Nikon Tamron 35 canon Tokina 16-28 F2.8 Nikon Tamron 70-200 Canon Canon 17-55 Sigma Apo 135-400 Canon Sigma Apo 150-500 Canon Sigma Apo 120-400 Canon Sigma Apo 170-500 Nikon Sigma Apo 50-500 MFT Advertised as b…

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What kind of settings would I use for a picture like this?

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What kind of settings would I use for a picture like this? I love this picture. I’m going to go out and try to capture a pic like it with my Nikon dslr. What kind of camera setting would I use for something like this? I see a little bit of blur, so I assume a slightly slower shutter speed? submitted by /u/No-Persimmon-7495

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Dell Up2716D or UP3216Q Monitor for Photo Editing?

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Dell Up2716D or UP3216Q Monitor for Photo Editing? Considering the Dell Up2716D 27” IPS wide screen monitor or it’s bigger brother (the UP3216Q) for photo editing, printing images, and entering photo competitions that view photos with calibrated screens. These monitors seems to meet all the suggested requirements I’ve seen and I plan to calibrate any screen I have with a Calibrite Display SL. Am…

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Best lens for special events photo shoots?

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Best lens for special events photo shoots? Got a Canon EOS R50 with the lens kit and it’s pretty good but eventually I want to start doing shoots for weddings, parties etc. and was just wondering what lens would be good to get to that goal? submitted by /u/Creative-gal10

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How much sounds I charge to post picture for some one?

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How much sounds I charge to post picture for some one? Hi there! I recently have got back into photography, I have a canon dclr and canon g70. I also have the iPhone 15 which helps me with taking great pictures in a pinch! I was asked by my employer if I could help post on their social media for their business. I think they want about 2-3 post a week on instagram and on tiktok. I’ll post pictures t…

Ask Photography 1.1k 2025-02-02

Looking for an Affordable Denoise Tool: My Experience with Lightroom & What about ON1 RAW?

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Looking for an Affordable Denoise Tool: My Experience with Lightroom & What about ON1 RAW? Today, I did an unpaid photoshoot for a local football team (I’m a hobby photographer). I was happy to help! But the photos turned out a bit grainy because it was foggy, and I forgot to set my ISO manually—some shots ended up at ISO 2000. I’ve used Darktable and RawTherapee before, but they weren’t great at reducing noise. Determined to get it r…

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Recommendations for photography courses please?

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Recommendations for photography courses please? I have a new Z7 which I love, and I feel like I’m fairly familiar with how to use aperture, shutter speed and ISO, and am getting better at composition and framing, however I have very little understanding of how to do things like choosing focus modes, how to use different metering options, and things such as that – I would love to learn more bu…

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Trying photography out – Canon SL1 vs Nikon D5100?

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Trying photography out – Canon SL1 vs Nikon D5100? Hi Everyone! Long story short – teacher cleaning out my classroom and I found two older cameras that the school/yearbook crew don’t want anymore. This has inspired me to keep one for myself and try out some nature photography. Assuming this attempt at a new hobby sticks I hope to use it while hiking, walking with the dogs, and travelling. The ot…

Ask Photography 525 2025-02-02

Dead pixels out of box?

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Dead pixels out of box? Just received my first camera today (OM-1) bought brand new off of their website. When I turned it on there are these 4 white dots on the monitor and on the viewfinder are these dead pixels? I checked to make sure there wasn’t any dust or scratches on the sensor etc. submitted by /u/TheGoodBoyStout

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Graphis award?

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Graphis award? Hi all, I’m not much for awards and submission, but my job submitted my work to Graphis and won we won 2 silver awards. They were overjoyed and I was very appreciative. I’m trying to find context for this award and if it’s an Oscar, Golden Globe or an MTV movie award. I appreciate your thoughts! submitted by /u/nonameisgood

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Recommendations for printing on foam board?

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Recommendations for printing on foam board? I am getting a photo exhibit together and considering printing on foam board as an alternative to printing/frame. I’m open to online recommendations for reliable printers (will test one print) or if there are really solid places in Northern California (East Bay from Oakland northward along highway 101 past Santa Rosa). Thanks in advance! sub…

Ask Photography 622 2025-02-02

How to get a similar effect?

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How to get a similar effect? How can i get a similar effect on a photo i took with an iPhone? Might be a dumb question, but I know nothing about photography. submitted by /u/Silvanozz

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What Focal length for shooting animals at the zoo?

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What Focal length for shooting animals at the zoo? I’m a photographer who normally shoots street/landscape, but I’m also the parent of a toddler who LOVES animals, and for Christmas his grandparents got us a family membership to our local zoo. My kid loves going there and I expect we’ll be spending a lot of time there over the next year (or more). I’ve been taking my camera (Sony A7IV) on our tr…

Ask Photography 1.2k 2025-02-02

Looking for Fujifilm Camera Advice for Cinematic Videography ?

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Looking for Fujifilm Camera Advice for Cinematic Videography ? Hello everyone, So far, I’ve taken photos with my iPhone and use a GoPro 11 for videos. I have basic editing skills, but now I want to level up and focus more on videography—especially achieving a cinematic look. I’m looking to buy a Fujifilm camera and would love some advice. I’m drawn to Fujifilm because of its film recipes, which I feel woul…

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