Sony Alpha Universe Report by Katrin Eismann – 2024.05.20 Photographer and Sony Artisan Katrin Eismann (@katrin_eismann) loves to travel, but she doesn’t want to be weighed down by gear. “In travel and street photography, for me it’s best to be nimble and not draw a lot of attention to myself with a bulky backpack, showy camera straps or multiple camera bodies,” she explains. “When I travel, I am up and out with the dawn to experience the city or countryside as they wake up to a new day. In my early morning wanderings, […]
Street Photography
Street photography is a dynamic and captivating genre that requires a keen eye, quick reflexes, and the right gear. Understanding which aspects of camera equipment are most crucial for capturing those fleeting, spontaneous moments is essential. This guide delves into three key elements: wide-angle lenses, image stabilization, and f-stop, helping both new and experienced photographers make informed choices. Wide-Angle Lenses Why They Matter: Wide-angle lenses are a staple in street photography. They allow photographers to capture expansive scenes, including the vibrant environment and its inhabitants, in a single frame. Typical […]
Jordan Griffith-Brown (@griffie.visuals) began his journey into the world of photography during the Summer of 2017. “While I was out taking some photos on my Sony Xperia, a close friend suggested that I should invest in a camera for photography,” he says. “Following her advice I purchased a DSLR camera. Since then, I’ve continued to grow and further my knowledge in photography and my portfolio mainly consists of cityscape and urban photos.” For his urban photography, Griffith-Brown likes to use a Sony Alpha 9 II with the Sony 16-35mm f/2.8 G Master, and […]
How do you photograph the essence of a city? How can an image create a story and sense of place? These are questions that urban landscape photographers work toward distilling in their images. From quirky people to interesting architecture to the juxtaposition of buildings, streetscapes, lights and shadows – there are so many elements that create a visually compelling narrative of urban life. Check out this collection of photographers using their Sony cameras and lenses to showcase the vibrant colors, lines, shapes, textures and patterns that exist within cityscapes, creating […]
New York-based street photographer Jason Roman, aka Stockezy, shares his street photography tips on making it easier to approach subjects to photograph in the streets.
Life comes at you fast. Capturing life as it happens, in all its beauty and realness and everything in between, is what the best street photographers do. And in order to react quickly, a street shooter needs the right street photography camera. What is the best camera for street photography? Let’s take a look at what makes great street photography, and what to look for in a good, affordable street photography camera. Street photography is about human moments “Street photography” doesn’t literally mean capturing photos on city streets; street photography […]
I’m starting my series with my favourite focal length. Yes, I know, one should not have favourites, but if I could have only one lens it would be a 35mm. There are lots of reasons for me, so let me share some with you and if there is resonance, you might consider a 35mm prime as one of your go-to lenses.
This month we’re celebrating street photography at Henry’s. Street photography traditionally involved taking candid photos of people in public spaces.
We all have at least an inkling of what street photography is, but I think it can be generally described as candid photography of everyday life.
Sara Collaton is a portrait and street photographer based out of Toronto, Ontario.