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Fall Landscape Photography: Cameras, Lenses, Gear and Tips for Capturing Autumn at Its Best

BY October 2, 2026 Landscapes

There is something about fall that makes people want to pick up a camera. The colour changes quickly. Morning fog hangs over lakes and fields. The light gets softer. Sunsets come earlier. Forest floors fill with texture and contrast. And here in Canada, the season can go from green to peak colour to bare trees in what feels like no time at all. That short window is exactly what makes fall landscape photography so rewarding. Whether you’re heading into Algonquin Park, photographing a favourite trail close to home, or just […]

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Sony Alpha Repost: Creative Filmmaking in Motion with the Sony FX5

BY September 25, 2026 Sony Alpha Universe

Some of the best filmmaking happens when the plan changes. A shift in natural light, an unexpected movement from your subject, or a composition you discover only after you start shooting can completely change the direction of a scene. For filmmakers working this way, the camera needs to keep up without constantly pulling attention away from what is happening in front of the lens. That is exactly what director and cinematographer Christina Ienna set out to explore with the new Sony FX5. Working outdoors with dancer Tyler Angell, Ienna kept […]

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Summer Is Over. Now What? How to Turn Your Summer Photos Into Something More

BY September 11, 2026 Get Inspired, Start Here

Summer has a funny way of filling our phones, memory cards, and hard drives faster than we realize. Family trips. Cottage weekends. Camping. Weddings. Road trips. Backyard barbecues. Wildlife encounters. Sunsets. Kids jumping off docks. Maybe even a few photos you forgot you took. Then September arrives. Schedules fill up again, school starts, evenings get shorter, and suddenly those hundreds, or thousands, of summer photos are sitting untouched. This is actually one of the best times of year to go back through them. Not just to organize your files, but […]

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Back to School 2026: The Photography & Video Gear Students Actually Need

BY August 21, 2026 Start Here

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Starting a photography, film, broadcasting, journalism, digital media, content creation or other creative program this fall? Welcome to a whole new way of looking at the world. You’re about to learn why shutter speed matters, how changing a focal length can completely transform a story, why good audio is just as important as good video, and eventually why you can never seem to have enough memory cards. But before the assignments begin, you need a kit. The good news is you don’t need to buy everything on day one. Start […]

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How to Take Better Photos of Your Dog: 5 Tips from a Professional Sony Aplha Universe Pet Photographer

BY August 14, 2026 Sony Alpha Universe

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Anyone who has tried photographing a dog knows that getting their attention is only half the battle. The best pet photos aren’t usually the perfectly posed ones—they’re the images that capture personality. A tilted head, a favourite toy, a burst of energy during golden hour, or a quiet moment between adventures often tells a much better story than simply asking your furry friend to sit and stay. In this Sony Alpha Universe article, pet photographer Rachel Jezowski shares five practical techniques she uses to create authentic dog portraits. From helping […]

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Back to School Starts Here: The Best Cameras & Gear for Photography and Videography Students

BY July 31, 2026 Ask The Expert

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Choosing the right camera for school can feel overwhelming. With so many camera bodies, lenses, microphones, tripods, and accessories available, it’s easy to wonder where you should invest first. The good news? You don’t need a professional studio worth of equipment to begin creating incredible work. Whether you’re heading into a college or university photography program, studying film production, digital media, journalism, or content creation, your gear should help you learn—not get in the way. At Henry’s, we’ve helped thousands of students choose their first creative kit. Here’s our guide […]

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Start Here Astrophotography in 2026. The Night Sky Is Putting on a Show

BY July 3, 2026 Astrophotography, Start Here

Star-filled night sky with the Milky Way over a calm lake, reflected in the water, with a dark forest along the shore.

There’s something addictive about astrophotography. Maybe it’s the challenge of shooting in complete darkness. Maybe it’s finally capturing the Milky Way the way your eyes imagined it. Or maybe it’s the simple realization that above us, every single night, there’s an incredible show happening that most people never stop to look at. For photographers in Ontario, 2026 is shaping up to be an incredible year for astrophotography. From meteor showers and planetary alignments to ideal Milky Way conditions and rare celestial events, there are plenty of reasons to stay up […]

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Street Never Sleeps: Mastering Street Photography & Videography in 2026

BY June 26, 2026 Street Photography

Yellow tram on a narrow city street with old buildings, pedestrians, and converging tram tracks in the foreground.

There’s something raw about street photography. No controlled lighting. No perfect setups. No second chances. It’s real life happening in front of you at full speed, and your job is simple: recognize the moment before it disappears. But street photography in 2026 has evolved into something much bigger. Today’s creators are no longer choosing between stills and video. They’re blending both. Capturing cinematic moments, spontaneous human interaction, urban energy, and turning everyday streets into visual stories worth sharing. Whether you’re shooting stills, filming content, or learning how to do both, […]

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Sony Alpha Universe: From Film to Sony Alpha 1 – Andrew Ringuette’s Photography Journey

BY June 12, 2026 Sony Alpha Universe, Sports

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Photography has evolved at an incredible pace over the last several decades. From manually advancing rolls of film and carefully focusing each frame by hand, to today’s mirrorless cameras capable of tracking subjects with remarkable speed and precision, technology has continually reshaped the way photographers work. Yet despite all the advances, the goal remains the same: capturing meaningful moments and telling compelling stories through images. Few photographers have witnessed that evolution as closely as Andre Ringuette. Having worked through the film era, the introduction of autofocus, the rise of digital […]

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Canon EOS R6 V: The Hybrid Powerhouse Creators Have Been Waiting For

BY May 19, 2026 New Gear

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The Canon EOS R6 V is built for creators who want full control — 7K 60p RAW, built-in cooling with extended recording time, Canon Log 2 , and full-frame IBIS. The mirrorless camera market has never moved faster—and creators today expect more from their gear than ever before. They want: That’s exactly where the new Canon EOS R6 V steps in. Built for hybrid creators, filmmakers, photographers, and storytellers who constantly move between stills and video, the Canon R6 V combines speed, reliability, and workflow-focused features into one incredibly versatile system. And […]

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