35mm vs 50mm Lenses — A Comparative Analysis

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What is a Wide Angle Lens — And When to Use One

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Camera Lenses Explained — How Do They Work?

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What is a 35mm Lens Good For — 4 Reasons You Need One

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Soft Focus Photography & How to Master that Soft Focus Look

While we may be familiar with soft focus shots as images with intentional blur or glamour shots in portraits, understanding this effect in such a limiting way…well, limits us! The shots that are possible when you master soft focus are endless, and they can be done whether you have high-tech equipment, or not. So what… Continue reading Soft Focus Photography & How to Master that Soft Focus Look

What is Shallow Depth of Field? Definitions and Examples

DOF Basics Shallow DOF Deep DOF DOF Guide Depth of Focus vs. Depth of Field What is Bokeh FREE E-Book: The Ultimate Guide to Exposure Whether you’re interested in photography or cinematography, you’ve seen the gamut of what can be done to manipulate images to get breathtaking cinematic effects. Some though, aren’t as complicated as… Continue reading What is Shallow Depth of Field? Definitions and Examples

What is a Dolly Zoom — Scene Examples of the Vertigo Effect

Types of FocusOpen menu Shallow Focus Deep Focus Rack Focus Zoom Shots Dolly-Zoom (Zolly) Tilt-Shift More ShotsOpen menu All Shots & Angles Camera Shot Ultimate Guide Create Free Shot List Now The dolly zoom is one of the most discussed cinematic techniques. You can use them in many ways, but a great director will find… Continue reading What is a Dolly Zoom — Scene Examples of the Vertigo Effect

14 Best Sigma Lenses in 2023: Canon, Sony, Nikon, & Cine

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What is Cinematography? Defining the Art and Craft

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Carl Zeiss Lenses Buying Guide in 2023: Sony, Canon, Nikon, & Fujifilm

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31 Best Canon Camera Lenses in 2023 [Buying Guide]

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What is a Camera Obscura — Definition, Origin & How It Works

What is a camera obscura? When was the camera obscura invented and who invented it? Many of us have heard the term… but what does camera obscura mean? We’re going to answer those questions by exploring their history, from prehistory to the modern day. We’re also going to show you how to create your very… Continue reading What is a Camera Obscura — Definition, Origin & How It Works

Optical Zoom vs. Digital Zoom — Why the Difference Matters

What is the difference between optical zoom and digital zoom? Is one better than the other? We will be answering those questions and providing definitions for both types of zoom. Before we get into comparing and contrasting optical zoom and digital zoom, let’s first take a look at each zoom type individually.Continue reading Optical Zoom… Continue reading Optical Zoom vs. Digital Zoom — Why the Difference Matters

What is an Anamorphic Lens? How to Get that Cinematic Look

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What is FOV — The Importance of Field of View in Photography

Whether you’re a photographer, a video game designer, a filmmaker, or work with VR, thoroughly understanding field of view or (FOV) is your foundation for success. It’s basic optics, and while you likely can assume what it is, let’s quickly go over it and see its importance in photography and the gaming world. So, what… Continue reading What is FOV — The Importance of Field of View in Photography

Understanding Camera Lenses & How to Choose the Right Lens

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What is the Circle of Confusion — Photography Definition

How do you ensure your photos are sharp and in focus? Getting comfortable with the circle of confusion is a good first step. What is circle of confusion? This concept is an under-defined, yet super critical idea in photography. And understanding it will help you see how everything works together. The circle of confusion is… Continue reading What is the Circle of Confusion — Photography Definition