A question from a newbie in studio photography: I’m planning to buy lighting soon and would like something universal to start with, something that can be used for regular photos as well as artistic shots like the ones below. Do you have any suggestions on how I can achieve this type of lighting? submitted by /u/InkRuby

Photography lights? Greetings! I’m looking for recommendations for photography lights that are fairly affordable or cheap. I have a budget of up to $70 or $80. It’s not really professional at all, it’s just for Youtube unboxing videos, but I want it to be quite clear and give the effect that the whole room is very well lit. I am willing to look at Amazon, eBay, Wal…

How can I be a great second shooter for my main? for wedding photographers who have worked with second shooters. What were some of the things your second shooter did that you didn’t like and wish for from your next shooter? Recently got my first gig as second shooter and would love to learn how I can be a reliable shooter for my main. submitted by /u/FoxAble7670

Best equipment for jewellery photography? Hello, I would like to ask if anyone has experience with photography equipment for photographing jewelry and could help me, please? I’ve been searching all over the internet, and I’m still unsure what to choose. One option that caught my attention is a circular lightbox with a 360° rotating base—the one in URL row which has been mentioned quite …

Advice needed- Hi, I’m taking garment photos. I’m shooting outside in the sunlight. The location has quite a bit of tree cover and the sunlight is naturally diffused, even around noon. This was shot on Auto mode. Which manual settings would be most suitable for this? Any composition ideas as well? submitted by /u/tanqw

Sony a6400 or Sony a6700? I am very new to the photography world and want a camera that will last me through highschool, my budget is 1500$ and will use the camera for basically anything and everything I can, primarily photography. If I got the a6400 i’d buy it with kit lens aswell as Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 adding up to abt 1400$. If I got the a6700 i’d buy the body with j…

Can sensor dust be permanent? Question for long-time photographers: has anyone ever had dust on the sensor that cannot be removed by any cleaning method, including sending it for service? Has anyone had dust permanently stick to the glass on top of the sensor? submitted by /u/ElegantElectrophile

Do you guys ever feel weird photographing strangers? I try not to photograph people because I’m worried they’ll find it weird/creepy. submitted by /u/PsychoticLorax

Upgrading from Micro four thirds, what’s a logical upgrade? Hello Reddit! (I don’t know if it should be buying advice, or Gear/Accessories) I want to get serious as a photographer this year, I have been doing concert photography last year for free, and this year I wanted to get paid on my works. My concern is, I think I don’t have the right “professional” gear yet and I am being limited gear wise. I am …

How can I improve my edit of this photo to make it look more natural while making the subject more visible? submitted by /u/jjuturna

Teleconverter? I have a Canon Rebel T7 aps-c. My best telephoto lens is the EF 70-300mm f4-5.6 US USM. Can I safely use a 2x teleconverter with this combo? I know it will knock my aperture down 2 stops but I am wanting reach if it’s needed without spending over $500. I also know that with some lenses it will damage the mirror if I pull in to the 70mm area but …

IFPO – International Freelance Photographers Organization, are they legit? There are some airshows, concerts, and race track events i’ve been wanting to get access to as a photographer, and all of these venues are wanting some type of media credentials. Is membership to something like IFPO legitimately recognized, or is their lifetime membership just a scammy ‘too good to be true’ type of thing? If it’s just a hoax, I’…

Good digital recommendations that can achieve pics like this( yes I’m aware any camera can but I’m looking on recommendations that are good to look into for purchase) just want some options? submitted by /u/Consistent-Editor-87

What quick release plate for nikon tripod? Any idea what kind of quick release plate i need for this nikon tripod? I already purchased one that said it would fit but it doesnt. Thanks! submitted by /u/External-Adeptness88

Method for balancing shadows from natural light? On-location headshot photography? I did my first headshot job in an office today (12 people) and the room they had me in had two sides that were all glass. Basically a corner conference room with a fixed table in the middle of it. The day go off to a great start. I set my ISO to the ambient light and had a large diffused main light and a fill flash (a godox v1 way up high to bou…

What lense do I need? I recently purchased a Sony a7iii and have a 24-70 on it already but I’m wanting to taking some pictures and possibly filming some different wildlife mostly deer and coyotes anywhere from 300 yards to 20 and I need help figuring out if I need something like the Sony FE 2x Teleconverter and like a 70-200 or get something like a tamron 100-400? Or…

“Grow in to” camera for landscape photography? Hello hopefully future friends of Reddit! One of my goals for 2025 is to learn to do more photography! I have taken many photos over the last few years, just using my phone and realize that my favorite type landscapes specifically! I’m on the hunt for a camera that I could grow into as I learn so nothing over in simplistic but I also don’t need …

What is this? Pinhole camera? No clue what this is, but I’m told it could be a pinhole camera. No markings at all. Anyone know? submitted by /u/redwallboy5

How can i achieve this kind of quality in these pictures ? I came across these pictures online and i’m curious as to how you can I achieve this edit and quality. What can i do before the shoot and in post processing ? submitted by /u/Don__flamingo

How would you shoot something like this? https://preview.redd.it/h9l6443hhnee1.jpg?width=564&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=004c7515338f1b63a07430c4d3a0ad25497d49ff submitted by /u/asada_burrit0