Innehållsförteckning för No. 597 från Photography Week

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Even when you’re shooting in a busy environment, you should try to minimise the shutter noise. Some genres, such as wedding photography, benefit from this feature, and many photographers leave it enabled whatever they’re shooting. Mirrorless cameras are known for producing a softer sound compared with DSLRs, but you’ll often want to eliminate camera sounds altogether to help you shoot discreetly, and to maintain a low profile, cameras such as the Canon EOS R or EOS RP are equipped with an electronic or silent shutter option. Meanwhile, some DSLR cameras come with a mirror lockup feature to reduce noise.…

Street photography is all about capturing unexpected moments, but as photographers we also have our own ideas. Sometimes, we come across the perfect background, such as an archway, and we can envisage a passer-by walking through it. Other times, we see big, colourful posters dominating the scene, and we imagine how a person could fit into the scene and interact with the illustration. By thinking in layers and waiting for these imagined interactions to happen, we can take our photography to the next level, even without needing to be in a busy city. When you decide on a great backdrop, it’s best to find a good point of view, take your position and wait patiently. This might take some time, but it’s worth it to bring your idea to life.…

One of the biggest challenges when you shoot a portrait is to capture your subject’s skin tones as evenly as possible, and the best way to do this is to avoid direct light, which causes harsh shadows and bright hotspots. But there are many other reasons why a subject’s skin tone might not be consistent. We photographed our model Jessica (Instagram: @connor_and_ jessica) at a botanical garden on a bracing autumn’s day. Cold weather causes skin to flush, while light reflected off of foliage, causes green colour casts. Thankfully, there’s a clever way to fix these problems in post-production: frequency separation. This technique is so-called because it splits an image’s high and low frequencies – essentially, texture and colour – into separate layers. This means you can even out tones…

Fujifilm has announced the Fujifilm X100VI, the successor to the X100V – which gained cult status after becoming popular with content creators on Instagram and TikTok – and one of this year’s most anticipated camera launches. Fujifilm has, not surprisingly, stuck with the winning retro design formula for its new premium compact; however, while the X100VI has the same 23mm f/2 lens as its predecessor, the new camera is packing some serious upgrades under the hood. The headline feature is a new sensor for the X100 line, with the X100VI getting the 40MP X-Trans 5 APS-C CMOS sensor that’s already used to great effect in the Fujifilm X-T5 and Fujifilm X-H2, which set a new bar for APS-C resolution. The sensor is supported by 6.0-stop in-body image stabilisation – an…

When it comes to capturing life on the streets, you need a lens that can perform in any weather conditions. That’s why it’s important to choose a lens with weather sealing. Fortunately, many lenses come equipped with a rubber seal on the mounting plate to prevent water or dust from entering the lens. The new Tiny Series lens from Samyang, such as the AF 35mm F1.8 FE, is a good example; it features weather sealing in four spots, providing complete protection against light dust, rain and snow.…

The city streets are in a constant state of change and evolution. Each season and lighting condition presents unique perspectives and composition possibilities that are worth exploring. To discover new aspects of familiar cityscapes, visit them multiple times and observe how external factors impact their appearance. While the early morning and late evening sunlight can be charming, the midday light offers a plethora of creative possibilities. Shadows obscure or illuminate people and elements, and the geometric shadows created by the surrounding architecture add a stylish touch. By experimenting with harsh lighting, you can create frames that focus on the shapes and forms of urban environments and people. To achieve this, it’s vital to change your perspective to be able to control the scene’s shadows. Also, consider converting the image into…

ZONE FOCUSING Application: No viewfinder check needed, so it’s ideal for shooting from the hip  Focus: One particular zone Vital factors: Aperture, focal length, subject distance Result: Sharp subjects in adjusted zone Keep in mind: Less effective with wider apertures 1 SWITCH TO A Use aperture priority mode with aperture set between f/5.6 and f/11 and enable the auto ISO function in the menu. Note that the camera will automatically calculate the shutter speed. Keep an eye on the exposure to avoid slow shutter speed and motion blur. 2 SET THE ZONE To determine the range of focus, some lenses have a marked distance scale. If your lens doesn’t have one, you can use apps such as DoF Table. You enter information such as focal length and aperture manually, and…

Last issue we brought you the winning images from the Society of Photographers’ Photographer of the Year competition, and now the Society has announced the winners of its Dogs Photography contest, featuring a selection of adorable images of cute canines. First prize went to Emma Pope for her studio portrait of her miniature daschund Levi, titled Ebony Elegance. Capturing Levi’s dark coat proved a challenge, as Emma explains: “[Levi] is smooth and very very glossy! Not only that, he is mainly black, and black-coated dogs can be tricky. There was a fine line between having enough light on the subject, and it looks soft, without clipping the shadows.” Click the link to see more winning and commended images at the Society’s website, where you’ll also find details of how to…

The hardest concept to grasp when comparing the Canon EOS R3 and the Nikon Z 9 is that these aren’t even the manufacturer’s top-of-the-line models. It would be easy to assume that the EOS R3 is a like-for-like mirrorless replacement for the iconic EOS 1DX Mark III DSLR and, likewise, that Nikon had served up the Z 9 as a natural successor to its D6 DSLR speed demon. However, both brands have made it clear that these cameras either sit alongside their mirrored counterparts, or just below in the case of the Canon. This suggests that the best is yet to come and, with the Canon range in particular, the industry is holding its breath for the EOS R1, the model everyone is expecting to become the master of the…

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French photographer Robert Doisneau famously said, “The marvels of daily life are exciting; no movie director can arrange the unexpected that you find in the street.” And nowhere is this more true than in street photography. The streets bring people together who may not otherwise have crossed paths; indeed, the most thrilling aspect of street photography lies in the unexpected combinations of people and their actions that come together fortuitously for the perfect shot. Observing the way in which people interact is an important element of street photography, allowing you to capture people off-guard while going about their business. Walking the streets with a camera in hand and watching what’s happening around you is not just the best way to discover the city but also to practice your photographic skills.…

As a street photographer, the ultimate goal is to capture candid shots of people who are unaware of your presence. Although this can be challenging, it’s not impossible, and to achieve this your camera should not draw attention to you. This is where smartphones come in handy, as they don’t stand out in the crowd. With almost everyone having a smartphone these days, people around you won’t take much notice when you’re snapping shots. There’s also a perception that photos taken with a phone are more likely to be used for private purposes, and that these devices aren’t capable of creating high-quality images – however, that’s not the case with the latest and best phones. The exact opposite happens when you start unpacking a larger mirrorless or DSLR camera, so…

One of the most intriguing aspects of humans is our natural curiosity, which naturally leads us to want to explore the diversity of life. The bustling streets of cosmopolitan cities offer a perfect platform for observing people from different parts of the world. Through capturing their visual impressions, we can learn a lot about their cultures, traditions and ways of life. Although the exceptions may prove the rule, there are still many stereotypes that stand out, especially when we encounter tourists from different cultures. For instance, the cliche is that Germans wear Birkenstock shoes, while the English are known for wearing shorts in cold weather. The rich variety and diversity of people from different backgrounds and cultures makes street photography appealing, not only for us as photographers but also for…

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If you’ve ever dismissed working with artificial light because you don’t have the space or the funds to invest in expensive lighting equipment, here’s a neat little project that anybody can do at home – all you need is a ring, a torch, a tripod and a book. This tried-and-tested method combines the circular shadow cast by a ring and the folds of an old book to create an impression of a heart. It’s a popular image that’s sure to do well on Instagram of Facebook, or wow family and friends as the basis for homemade greeting cards. We’d recommend using a hardback book, because the pages are more likely to remain open under their own weight when splayed out. If you want to go the extra mile, consider the…