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Photography Equipment

All the gear, no idea? Before spending a penny on the ‘latest and greatest’ photography equipment, make sure you know how to get the best out of the camera and accessories you already have.

In this section, I’ve compiled instructional articles to help you choose and use the right equipment, from digital cameras and flash units to portrait photography gear and more.

Make sure you get the best out of your photography equipment with our guides, including:
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  • How to Choose the Best Digital Camera
  • Mirrorless vs. Full Frame: How to Decide
  • Ultimate Guide to Macro Photography
  • Flash Techniques for Better Portrait Photography
  • Tips for Buying a Tripod
  • How to Choose the Right Lens

In this Photography Equipment section, you’ll find everything you need to know before investing in new gear. Can’t decide between mirrorless and full frame? Unsure of the best flash for portrait photography?

Our extensive guides and tutorials will demystify your equipment choices, while dedicated reviews provide detailed insights.

Ready to start learning? Check out the latest articles below to get started.

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Tripod Review – the K&F Concept TC2534 Carbon Fiber Tripod

June 6, 2018 by Darlene Hildebrandt

In this tripod review, I’ll give you my thoughts on the TC2534 Carbon Fiber Tripod by K&F Concept. Coming in under $200, this is a good high-value option for your money.

Review of the Fuji X100F Mirrorless Camera

September 20, 2017 by Darlene Hildebrandt

In this extensive review, Darlene will tell you why the Fuji X100F has stolen her heart. You’ll learn what she loves about it, any cons, and help you decide whether it’s the right camera for you or not.

How to Use a Tripod – A Video Tutorial from Phil Steele

August 30, 2017 by Darlene Hildebrandt

Here are some equipment tips from expert photography instructor Phil Steele on how to choose and use your tripod. It may seem simple but there are a few things you need to know to use it properly and effectively in order to protect your gear and take better photos.

Mirrorless Cameras – Everything You Wanted to Know

August 26, 2015 by Darlene Hildebrandt

everything you ever wanted to know about mirrorless cameras

I was on the fence for over a year before buying my own mirrorless camera and I wondered about my readers and where they were at. I asked my readers some questions on photography equipment recently and was given a enormous amount of feedback about your thoughts on the matter. The summary of which was fascinating. I’ve compiled it into one huge article about mirrorless cameras. If you ever wanted to know more about them, how others who have them feel about them, how they perform and any other information about them before you buy or even if you need to buy, you should read this.

Is the Camera an Important Factor When You Choose a New Smartphone?

June 23, 2015 by Darlene Hildebrandt

how important is the camera when choosing a new smartphone

What camera do you use the most? When you’re buying a new Smartphone is the camera important to you? Read this and let’s open a discussion. Then for fun, see if you can guess which of my cameras took a series of images comparing the iPhone5, Fuji X-T1, Panasonic Lumix point and shoot, and Canon 5D Mk3.

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