Innehållsförteckning för June 2023 från Smart Photography

More and more photographers are choosing to shoot video along with stills in an attempt to exploit the astonishing features that today’s cameras offer. Features like 4K video, Log profiles and microphone ports are to be found on even modestly priced cameras. This has led to a flourishing new accessories industry that helps to improve the quality of the footage you can capture. Products like wireless mics, separate large size monitors, turntables for product photography, gimbals and video tripods are widely available. Of course, do not succumb to the temptation of standing in front of the camera unless you are well informed. I recently saw an automobile video from an ‘ influencer’ who called Maruti Suzuki a South Korean company. Ouch! HERE’S WHAT MAKES US #1 WE ARE GLUED…

Tamron has announced the launch of the 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A 1 RXD (Model B060), a fast-aperture ultra wide-angle zoom lens for Fujifilm X-mount APS-C mirrorless cameras. Despite its fast f/2.8 aperture, the lens is very small and feels perfectly balanced when attached to a compact APS-C mirrorless camera body. With the full-frame equivalent zoom range of 16.5-30mm, it is the ideal lens for everyday use. At the 11mm ultra wide-angle end, the lens allows close-range shooting performance, with its MOD (Minimum Object Distance) of 0.15m (5.9 in) and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:4. Additionally, the quiet RXD (Rapid eXtra-silent stepping Drive) stepping motor AF drive is perfect for both still and video use. This zoom lens is protected by moisture-resistant construction and durable Fluorine coating that provide extra…

Gurgaon @prasheilalookhar / @GoingBananasPhotography As a wedding photographer with ten years of experience, I firmly believe that the tactile experience of holding a printed photograph is irreplaceable. While digital photography has its perks, such as easy sharing and accessibility, printed photographs have several advantages that are hard to ignore. For starters, printing your photographs means you do not have to worry about storage issues, such as running out of space on your phone, laptop, or cloud, or your storage device failing. More importantly, printed photographs safeguard you from accidentally deleting your cherished memories. There is no denying that there is a certain “feel” about printed photographs that is difficult to describe in words. Opening a long-forgotten box of prints and passing them around to family and friends is an experience…

Rakshit Chauhan is from Jaipur, Rajasthan. He studied photography at the Shari Academy in Mumbai in the year 2021. He is currently working as a corporate photographer with the food industry at The Cloud Corporation in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Rakshit specialises in food, products and jewelry photography. Dough The idea behind this was a mood shot to show the making of dough. The composition, human element and the sprinkling of flour makes this shot. A single soft box with grid and a reflector on the opposite side provided a simple but effective lighting. A Pastry Shot The theme behind this shot was to create a yummy mouth-watering feeling with chocolate syrup dripping over the rich chocolate pastry. A single large soft box with an additional diffuser and a reflector at…

Nikkor Z 800 mm f/6.3 VR S ₹5,87,995 Inside the Box ✓ Lens ✓ Slipon front lens cap ✓ Rear lens cap ✓ Bayonet lens hood ✓ Lens case ✓ Lens strap ✓ User manual ✓ Warranty card While the official name does not include those two magical letters ‘PF’, the lens does use a Phase Fresnel element in its design. This contributes to its unusually small size (for an 800 mm lens). Nikon did produce two very compact and light lenses using PF elements but both these were with the F mount. This is the first PF lens with the Z mount and its specs caused a sensation when they were announced. Compared to the existing F mount lens of the same focal length, the new lens is 76…

LENS Sony FE 20-70 mm f/4 G ₹124,990 Inside the Box ✓ Lens ✓ Lens hood (ALC-SH174) ✓ Lens front cap (ALC-F72S) ✓ Lens rear cap (ALC-R1EM) ✓ Soft case The Sony FE 20-70 mm f/4 G lens was introduced in India on 2nd February 2023. We are used to seeing mid-range zooms from various manufacturers with a focal range of 24-70 mm. This is the first 20-70 mm lens that I have come across. The extra 4 mm on the wide end extends its usability – something that landscape and interiors photographers will love as the lens provides super-wide coverage of approx. 94° (35 mm full frame) as compared to approx. 84° on a 24 mm lens. Some may consider the maximum aperture of f/4 as ‘slow’, but not…

Write to us at: Smart Photography, Next Gen Publishing Pvt. Ltd., 608, Trade World, 6th floor, C wing, Kamala Mills Compound, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel (W), Mumbai - 400 013 E-mail: sp@nextgenpublishing.net Dear Editor,‘Remembering Robert Capa … 1913 – 1954’ (Smart Photography, May 2023) brought back nostalgic memories of wars – loss of lives and the sadness these wars bring. Robert Capa was a true war photographer. I had the opportunity to see his pictures at The Robert Capa Contemporary Photography Center at Budapest during my visit there some years ago. Regards, Fredrick Gonsalves, Mumbai Dear Editor, I am a budding wildlife photographer. I started wildlife photography just two years ago. I love to photograph both mammals and birds. Though some friends had mentioned about the possibilities…

Realme, in collaboration with Samsung, has launched a revolutionary 200 MP OIS camera at the Imaging Innovation Day. This ground-breaking camera feature will be available to users in the upcoming Realme 11 Pro+, setting a new benchmark for smartphone photography in the industry. As mobile phone technology advances, the discussion around its camera features has become increasingly popular. Unfortunately, these advanced features are often limited to top-tier devices, making them unaffordable for many consumers. To address this, Realme has collaborated with Samsung to enhance camera experiences using the Icocell HP3 SuperZoom, a 200MP image sensor, in the Realme 11 Pro+. This sensor enables users to capture excellent image quality with up to 200 million pixels and superb details, thanks to Tetra2pixel technology, which can combine up to 16 pixels into…

PRINTING AND BEYOND Dear Readers, For some time now, I have been advocating the importance of printing your photographs. Many of you have followed my suggestion and have shared your delight at the experience. To those who have not tried it yet, I would like to encourage you once more to print your cherished photographs. You can either visit a nearby photo studio, use an online print platform, or even print them at home if you have a good-quality printer. You could also consider framing your favourite photographs to adorn your walls or even to gift to others. Just try it once and discover what you have been missing in your photography journey. As a writer, I regularly interact with both professional and amateur photographers, and the subject of printing…

Chennai @amarramesh As As a professional photographer specialising in weddings, heritage, and culture, I have been in this field for the past 12 years. In this age of digitalisation, we spend so much time taking pictures, only to lose them in countless digital files or when our storage media gets corrupted or lost. The same is the case with smartphones. That is why I believe printing our digital photographs can be a more intentional and thoughtful way of engaging with our memories and preserving our cherished images. Printing photographs requires us to carefully choose the image, consider its composition and quality, and then take the time to print and display it, which helps us appreciate our photos more deeply and cultivate a deeper connection to the memories they represent. The…

Dheeraj Paul was born in 1974 in Delhi into one of the most well-known and respected photography families in India. He has a vast experience in editorial and advertising photography spanning close to three decades. He is a prominent and acknowledged voice in the contemporary photography community in India with his mentorship influencing new and upcoming photographers. He is also the brand ambassador for Sony Alpha photography and the Founding Director at Indian Photo Tours where he leads guided photo expeditions and masterclass for photo enthusiasts. With a goal to capture moments in daily life, Dheeraj specialises in people, travel, fine-art, food and architecture photography. He also teaches advanced photography at the AJK Mass Communication and Research Centre at the Jamia Milia Islamia University of Delhi. He has been a…

Ashok Kandimalla has been in the photographic field for over three decades and has extensive experience in both film and digital photography. Being an electronics engineer by profession and a photographer, he possesses a unique and deep insight into the technical aspects of digital photography and equipment. He has published more than a 100 articles on photography and some of his writings have also been published in the well-known international magazine Popular Photography. An avid collector of photographic books and vintage cameras, Ashok has a keen interest in the history of photography and a passion for sharing his knowledge on photography through teaching and writing. He is the only Indian photographer to be featured on the Nikon Centenary website. He is presently working as a Management and Engineering consutant. He…

LENS Sigma 16 mm f/1.4 DC DN | C ₹48,000 Inside the Box ✓ Lens ✓ Front & Rear lens caps ✓ Lens hood(Petal type bayonet) ✓ Instructions Sigma had recently introduced three APS-C lenses (in Sony E-mount/L-mount, Canon EF-M mount, Fujifilm X-mount, and Micro Four Thirds) — 16 mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary, 30 mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary and 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary. Now they have added the Nikon Z-mount. The lens on review is the Sigma 16 mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary for Nikon Z-mount. Design & Build Quality Even though this is a Contemporary lens and not an Art lens, the build quality is very good and the lens exhibits a great finish. The lens is compact and light in weight (405 g).…

1 When shooting light trails on city roads, which apertures amongst the following should you choose? a) F 1.8b) F 4 c) F 8 d) F 11 2 For light trails, which shutter speed would be most effective? a) 1/500 secb) 20 seconds c) 1/1000 d) 5 seconds 3 For great sunset shots on the beach, what aperture should you choose? a) F 2b) F 4 c) F 8 d) F 16 4 To shoot the moon, what focal length of the lens is likely to be ideal? a) 100 mm b) 200 mm c) 300 mm d) 500 mm 5 For shooting portraits, what aperture would be ideal? a) F 2.8b) F 4 c) F 5.6 d) F 8 6 For portraits, which of…

Apple has unveiled Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad. Video and music creators can now unleash their creativity in new ways that are only possible on iPad. Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad bring all-new touch interfaces that allow users to enhance their workflows with the immediacy and intuitiveness of Multi-Touch. Final Cut Pro for iPad introduces a powerful set of tools for video creators to record, edit, finish, and share, all from one portable device. Logic Pro for iPad puts the power of professional music creation in the hands of the creator — no matter where they are — with a complete collection of sophisticated tools for songwriting, beat making, recording, editing, and mixing. Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad are available on…

Canon India has announced the launch of the EOS R100, its most compact, lightweight, and affordable EOS R system camera. Along with this, it also introduced the RF28mm f/2.8 STM lens, which is the first-ever “pancake” prime lens in the RF lens line-up. The EOS R100 uses an APS-C size CMOS image sensor. Weighing approx. 356g, it is easy to slip into your everyday bag and carry around, ready to capture fleeting moments and cherished memories. With Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connection, you can share your pictures to social media easily through the Canon Camera Connect app via your smartphone. Fast, highly accurate autofocusing, supported by Eye and Face Detection, detects and follows subjects over a wide area of the image, so it is easier to capture amazingly sharp pictures of…

Mumbai @colstonjulian In my 25-year career as a professional photographer specialising in people, fashion, celebrities, and underwater photography, I have always printed my work; it has been a part of my process… Despite the world’s increasing digitalisation, I firmly believe that photography remains incomplete without the experience of viewing images in print. Throughout my creative journey, whether for clients or personal satisfaction, I have found that making prints, whether digitally or with analogue contact sheets, is an essential part of the process. One of the most significant advantages of printing images compared to keeping them digital is the discipline it instils in photographers. Professionally evaluating printed images allows us to display our craft and showcase our vision effectively. While I maintain a digital presence through my website and social media…

New Delhi @lenseyeziaproductions As wedding photographers with nearly a decade of experience, my partner Arushi Lakra and I find immense joy in seeing our captured moments come to life in prints. In today’s digital world, I still prioritize printing photographs. The advantage of prints lies in the tangible experience they offer. As humans, we have an inherent desire to touch and feel things, and prints allow us that physical connection. The act of holding a printed photograph surpasses the experience of viewing it on a screen. Prints offer greater detail and evoke deeper emotions. The vibrant colours and textures that come alive on paper create a truly magical effect. Printed photographs are more likely to be cherished and appreciated over time, as they enable a tangible connection to memories and…

The holiday season is now in our midst and plans for taking a holiday are the central discussion in many a family. The holiday becomes even more exciting if you have a nice camera and can shoot great pictures during your sojourn. Travel photography is a great balm for frayed nerves arising out of hard work and no recreation. At its widest interpretation, travel photography encompasses landscape and wildlife photography and also includes street photography and the taking of portraits. Having the right equipment is therefore a must. We have selected six kits of high quality that should take care of 95% of your travel photography needs. Remember discounts of upto 25% are available on MRP. If your budget cannot reach them, look at the second hand market in the…

LENS Sigma 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN | C ₹48,000 Inside the Box ✓ Lens ✓ Lens hood (LH582-01) ✓ Lens front cap(LCF-55 III) ✓ Lens rear cap The three recently introduced Sigma Contemporary lenses for the Nikon Z mount – the 16 mm f/1.4 DC DN, 30 mm f/1.4 DC DN and the 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN – can be described similarly as far as their build quality is concerned. All the three lenses are available in different mounts (in Sony E-mount/L-mount, Canon EF-M mount, Fujifilm X-mount, and Micro Four Thirds). These lenses are compact and lightweight. The lens on review is the 56 mm for Nikon Z bodies. Design & Build Quality The Sigma 56 mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary lens is well built and has…

There are several adapters available in the market that allows one to use a cross platform lens onto the camera body of your choice. There are several reasons for one to do that. 1. The lens that you wish to use (the focal length) may not be available from the manufacturer of the camera body that you are using. 2. You may be having lenses from a brand that you were using earlier but you have changed over to another brand and wish to continue using your earlier lenses. 3. You may want to use your friend’s lens but he is using a different system. This Megadap autofocus adapter allows you to use a Sony E-mount lens onto your Nikon Z-mount camera bodies. To check out the adapter, I attached…