“I was wondering if you have any tips for shooting sunsets along the beach. I can never seem to get a good balance with the exposer between the sun and the water. I can not get both of them exposed properly it seems, any tips?”
Now's a good time to revisit the Exposure Triangle as the season has changed into Autumnal equinox, which also means a change in outdoor lighting and sceneries that will entice a l... Read More...
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BY Kevin Pepper July 12, 2019 Ask The Expert, Learning
“I was wondering if you have any tips for shooting sunsets along the beach. I can never seem to get a good balance with the exposer between the sun and the water. I can not get both of them exposed properly it seems, any tips?”
Saying that a photographer should always keep their subjects in focus is like saying a driver should always keep their eyes on the road: It’s a no-brainer. And today’s cameras, with ever-improving autofocus and automatic detection systems, are better than ever at helping you achieve that focus — so that you can keep your eye on being creative, without having to worry about what’s in focus or about fiddling with your lens.
The best Nikon lens to invest in Camera lenses can often seem like a second thought. After all, camera manufacturers tend to give their camera bodies the marketing push; that’s where the features and specs, the latest and greatest tech, and the look and feel of the camera come into play. Lenses? Every camera has a lens! But the truth is, your photos will only ever be as good as the lenses you shoot with. Why interchangeable lenses matter If you started out with a “kit” camera – in other […]
BY Ross Chevalier June 27, 2019 Articles, Gear, Learning, Quick Tips
All across this great country, we will be celebrating the 150th anniversary of Confederation and the founding of Canada. One of the great things that comes with Canada Day are tremendous fireworks shows. Here are some tips to help you get great shots.
BY Kevin Pepper June 27, 2019 Ask The Expert, Learning
“I am going to Disney World in a month and am trying to find out how I can get better photos from my vacation. What DSLR settings are the best for shooting fireworks? What are the best settings to use when wanting to photograph stationary objects and have people that are walking by blurred?”
Camera terminology can be intimidating! Many photographers and enthusiasts feel like they need to carry a photography dictionary around with them when they’re just starting out. Familiarity with the terms comes with experience, but one thing every photographer should quickly learn is what a full frame camera is, and the differences between a full frame sensor and a crop sensor. Understanding the benefits of a full frame camera: Let’s review the differences, as well as full frame camera benefits, and some options for affordable full frame cameras. What’s the meaning […]
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 […]
Whether you are traveling to distant lands or staying within the boundaries of your own country, you will get the best results by using photography tips recommended by professionals and experienced amateur photography buffs. Once you decide your destination, it’s important to do some research in order to properly capture the flavour of the area you are visiting. Make a list of the area’s natural highlights, and include cityscapes, bridges, cathedrals, mountains, ocean, lakes, natural rock formations, historical locations, and all other places of interest.
Have you taken the plunge? The interest in underwater photography is growing rapidly. The exciting technological advances in cameras and the ever-growing variety of accessories, which enable fantastic underwater images, are taking photographers to new photographic depths. Whatever your level of underwater expertise – from the bathtub to the ocean – here at Henry’s, we have the right camera for you!
BY Scott Jarvis June 14, 2019 Gear
Even though camera technology is evolving greatly and dynamic range is getting better and better with each generation of cameras that come out there will always be a use for photographic filters. Whether that is simply to protect the lens you’re using, to create greater contrast in blue skies, or to slow down the shutter speed so much you can render the busiest cities in the world “abandoned”. Filters allow you to add endless possibilities to your photographic arsenal by simply adding an additional piece of glass to your camera.