The Sigma 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM is, on paper at least, a very attractive option for APS-C users looking for an ultra-wideangle zoom. The standout selling points are undoubtedly that 10mm wideangle view and the HSM focusing motor, which when coupled with Sigma’s traditionally keen pricing, makes for a compelling overall package. In the [...]

There’s been a big debate in the photography community as to whether or not HDR Photos are a huge photographic break through, or simply a way for amateurs to take mediocre photographs and make them better than they really are. I personally believe the benefits of HDR photos are great and if you are a [...]

HDR (High Dynamic Range) photography has become increasingly popular over the last couple of years. When we first discover HDR we often remember noticing a certain style of photograph that had an intense amount of detail. HDR photography when done well can bring out the best or worst in a photo. This surreal look of [...]

Back in the 80′s and 90′s window lighting was very avant-garde and fashionable. However, then the window was always part of the scene. The subject was facing directly into the window or at a 45 degree angle so the light would softly illuminate the side facing the window. Reflectors were sometimes used to fill in [...]

Welcome to the world of HDR photography. HDR will not suit all images but is very effective in bringing out the highlights and shadows in an image. To process an HDR image using this tutorial you will need Photoshop (or similar) editing software, and Photomatix (or similar) HDR software. 1. Take multiple images of the [...]

The basic concept of HDR is that you take multiple shots of the same composition at different exposures. Most cameras identify this process as exposure bracketing. The higher-end digital camera models enable you to shoot anywhere from 3-7 photos at rapid succession at different exposure settings. The reason for multiple exposure is to capture all [...]