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In early December last year, Panasonic confirmed that its new Lumix G100D would build on the existing Lumix G100 (G110) model in Japan and it has now confirmed that the camera will also released in the United Kingdom. Before you get too excited, updates are fairly minimal and the G100D is more of an evolution rather than a revolution: it is cosmetically identical to its predecessor, apart from a new EVF and USB-C connection. The new EVF is a slightly lower resolution than the G100, featuring a 2.36-million-dot screen, although will be an OLED panel with 0.74x magnification, this is changed from the 3.6m dot LCD viewfinder with 0.73x magnification in the Lumix G100. The other significant change is an upgrade from the older micro-USB port to a newer and more…

“Buying art is special. The experience in a gallery is almost as important as the product” It is often said that photographers don’t print enough of their images in the modern day. With storage solutions allowing tens of thousands of digital files to be archived, recalled and viewed instantly across multiple platforms, there is little motivation for many to commit their photographs to paper. This does raise some serious questions about the longevity of our current photographic database – will future generations be able to access all of the shots we take today and, if not, how can we generate a future-proof visual time capsule of our age? Thankfully, there are still photographers such as Jill Furmanovsky around, who are dedicated to crafting physical print archives. There are also businesses…

What you’ll need Standard zoom lens Artificial horizon Image stabilisation Software with layers Difficulty level: Advanced Time taken: 2.5 hours Panoramas – a wide-angle view or photograph of a physical space – open up new ways of viewing a scene that go beyond simply being wide. Images in a panoramic aspect ratio allow us to capture long, thin subjects without incorporating too much empty space in the frame. For the urban scene captured on these pages, which is a common shot required by estate agents where more than one property needs to be shown in the same composition, using a wide-angle lens would have been impractical. Shooting this row of townhouses with an optic between 14mm and 20mm would include excess sky and road at the top and bottom of…

GAIN EXCLUSIVE INSIGHT Don’t miss Bella Kotak’s talk ‘Transforming Visions: Crafting Dynamic Narratives in your Studio Photography’ at The Photography & Video Show, which will be held at the NEC Birmingham between 16-19th March. Bella is scheduled to give her talk from 1pm on 16th March at the Editing & Post-Production Suite. To claim your discounted tickets, visit www.photographyshow.com and use the code DGPTPS24. Bella Kotak Bella Kotak is a fine art, fashion and portrait photographer known for her ethereal, feminine, and whimsical style. Her work is heavily influenced by the natural world, fairy tales and strong feminine characters. Bella grew up in Kenya but is currently based in both the UK and the US, and her work has gained international recognition, featuring in various exhibitions, magazines and art publications.…

For our latest competition in association with Photocrowd, we challenged you to submit your best Dark Nights images. After working through all the entries, the winners have been selected. As a prize, the expert winners will receive a licence for Affinity Photo professional editing software. Congratulations to all of the winners – as usual, the standard of submitted images was extremely high and it was a difficult task to select the best ones. 1ST PLACE WINNER Untitled Photographer esraburcun We love the high contrast of this shot. The choice to keep the colour version adds to the stark difference in tone between the building and the darkness beyond. It almost looks like a tear in a black curtain, revealing a stage behind and the placement of the figure is perfect…

As a teenager, I became the proud owner of a Canon EOS 3 film SLR. It was a wonderful machine and now it’s back with a 24.1MP full-frame sensor and without a mirror. The EOS 3’s position in the Canon range of its day, sitting just below the EOS 1v, is reminiscent of the suggested relationship between the EOS R3 and the much-anticipated EOS R1. It also came with Eye-AF – sorcery by late 1990’s standards. I admit I was sceptical about how well it would work, even in 2024, but after a simple calibration process, the R3 effortlessly kept track of where I was looking in the viewfinder, almost instantaneously locking onto my subject of choice. The AF speed and accuracy of the R3 generally are sublime, but it…

After Apple turned the world of computing upside down with the release of its M1 chip, proving the hold Intel had over the high-end processor market could be broken, Apple has rolled out a new version of its processors like clockwork each autumn. We are now onto the third version of Apple’s in-house silicon, fittingly named the M3. It also comes in M3 Pro and M3 Max varieties, although those are not my focus this time – this review covers the base M3 chip in the MacBook Pro, which for the first time in several years has had an almost complete redesign. Apple seemed reluctant to phase out the base MacBook Pro with the much-maligned touchbar design for the past couple of generations, so it is a welcome sight to…

Laowa has launched its first lens with autofocus in the form of the Laowa 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D FF. It’s set to be available in Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF and L mounts, with the Sony E and Nikon Z featuring autofocus. Laowa describes the new optic as a ‘gamechanger’ with a weight of just 420g and an ultra-wide viewing angle of 130.4º. The autofocus performance of this lens is said to be nothing short of superb, rivalling some of the best on the market. With features like the signature Zero-D distortion, an ultra-short 12mm close focusing distance and versatility for ultra-wide portrait, landscape and astrophotography. Its wide maximum aperture of f/2.8 will make it ideal for low light, shooting interiors of buildings or astrophotography and can transform street lights…

Epson’s SureColor P5300 series inkjet introduces a new highcapacity 10-colour pigmented ink set called UltraChrome PRO10. Known as the SC-P5300 in Europe, the pro printer comes in high-capacity 200ml cartridges and includes a new colour, Violet Ink, designed for a deeper range of blues. There are also dedicated channels for the photo and matte black inks, so there’s no need for ink switching, which saves time and reduces ink waste. The P5300 is a 17-inch format printer, which means that it can print up to A2 size (17x22in) on cut sheets, but it will also accept paper rolls for panoramas. The printer has an updated version of Epson’s ‘Micro Piezo AMC’ print head, which uses the company’s ‘Variable Sized Droplet Technology’ (VSDT) to give a maximum resolution of 5760x1440dpi. This…

The concept of image quality is an abstract one that we have all become accustomed to hearing, without necessarily stopping to consider in detail. We often associate the idea with camera and lens specifications to such an extent that it can feel as if the integrity of our photos is beyond our control, being purely dependent on pixel count, processor type and fancy optical coatings. Of course, the technical quality of an image file is controlled to some extent by the resolution of the camera’s sensor – on some cameras, this is even accessed by a button named ‘Image Qual’. However, it is wrong to assume that upgrading your camera kit will automatically produce higher-quality images – it is better to understand your gear and know how and when it…

BEFORE AFTER When it comes to scenes with high-contrast lighting, your camera’s sensor struggles to capture the details of both the foreground subject and the background. Despite what one of the commonly taught rules in photography says, intentionally blowing out shadows can benefit your image. Here, you need to go against the grain and remember that not every element of an image needs to contain information. By exposing the sky, the viewer’s attention is drawn towards its details, without being distracted by the lacklustre foreground that adds little and may prove to be a hindrance. Underexposing the subject integrates into the scene, with only the outlines of the houses visible, creating a silhouette while adding an extra layer of depth and interest. To capture scenes such as this, we must…

Scott Kelby Location: Florida, USA Specialisms: Travel Portraiture Sports To see more of Scott’s work: scottkelby.com @scottkelby A legendary name in photography education, Scott is the president and CEO of KelbyOne, the online educational community for photographers and Photoshop and Lightroom users. As well as being a best-selling author of photography books, Scott also hosts the hugely popular photo talk show ‘The Grid’. Come and see him at TPS 2024 at the NEC, Birmingham. Career Path When did you start out in your current photographic genres? I shoot three genres – travel, people (portraits, beauty and fashion) and sports. I guess I really just shoot people – it’s just that some are moving very fast! I started shooting film in the 1980s, but in the early 90s, I got burned…

The Urban Photo Awards The 14th edition of the Urban Photo Awards was organised by dotART, a cultural association based in Trieste, Italy. The contest is open to both amateur and professional photographers and is split into four sections – Streets, People, Spaces and Creative. The theme is ‘Urban Life: Urban Photography’, which explores the idea of modernity in the urban environment, the contrasts between the city and the countryside, the aesthetic views and the architectural geometry of the city. The Streets category conveys the multiple facets of urban life, from roadside scenes to candid moments. An awards ceremony was held at the Auditorium of the Revoltella Museum in Trieste. For further info, visit urbanphotoawards.com/en…

96 Head-to-head This issue, we pit two of the most exciting cameras on the planet against each other – the Canon EOS R3 and Nikon Z 9. Which offers the best balance of value, features, power and image quality for high-end photographers? 104 Sony Alpha 9 III JamesArtaius tests the latest trail-blazing camera from Sony to see whether its full-frame global shutter is worth the hype and wonders whether it could change photography forever 108 Apple MacBook Pro 14 The MacBook finally gets the body upgrades users have been asking for, but Gareth Bevan asks whether it’s enough to justify upgrading 110 Lenses Every month, we take two professional optics out into the field. This issue, it’s the affordable Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 Pro and Canon RF 200-800mm f/6.3-9 IS…

The headline feature of the Z 9 is its 45.7MP sensor, which is effectively twice the pixel count offered by the R3. It isn’t the first time Nikon has bridged the gap between sport and studio cameras and the extra resolution comes in handy when cropping in on small or distant subjects. Images are supremely detailed and it’s a joy to be able to recompose shots of unpredictable wildlife in post-processing. Even shooting with a 70-200mm lens, I could zoom in on fine textures in the feathers of flying birds and do so far more confidently than with images from the R3. There is a noise penalty and while shots taken on the R3 at the top sensitivity of ISO 102,400 were just about usable, I’d steer clear on the…

PRICE: £444/$545 FOCUS DISTANCE: 0.28m WEIGHT: 560g Build and handling The AF 27mm f/1.2 Pro picks up the baton from some seriously good Viltrox f/1.4 lenses we’ve tested. Build quality feels consummate with the lens’s ‘Pro’ label. The construction uses a metal casing and a coated brass mounting plate. Unlike the Viltrox AF 23mm, 33mm and 56mm f/1.4 lenses, this one also features full weather-sealing. A handling bonus is that the 27mm features an AF/MF focus mode switch, which is quicker and more convenient to use compared with delving into camera menus to make the change. Another welcome addition is the customisable L-Fn button, which falls neatly under the thumb and that we tend to use for AF-hold. Performance As advertised, autofocus is very quick and virtually silent, and proved…

Photographer: Ben Pulletz @benpulletz Website: www.feathersandhills.com Image location: Glastonbury Tor, Somerset, UK Type of commission: Personal Shot details: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV, Canon EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM, 1/100 sec, f/5, ISO 800 About the shot: The beauty of a sunrise has long been a source of inspiration for photographers worldwide – including 21-yearold Ben Pulletz, who has already won many international awards for his work. After discovering a passion for photography just five years ago, Ben has made it his mission to capture the magic of an early morning through his lens. “I believe in spending long hours researching locations, early mornings and a lot of dedication to capturing amazing pictures of nature – no giving up!” he says. When Ben arrived at the location in Somerset, the…

French photographer Robert Doisneau famously said, “The marvels of daily life are exciting; no movie director can arrange the unexpected that you find in the street.” And nowhere is this more true than in street photography – the streets bring people together who may not otherwise have crossed paths. Indeed, the most thrilling aspect of street photography lies in the unexpected combinations of people and their actions that come together fortuitously for the perfect shot. Observing the way in which people interact is an important element of street photography, allowing you to capture people off-guard while going about their business. Walking the streets with a camera in hand and watching what’s happening around you is not just the best way to discover the city but also to practice your photographic…

It’s that time of year again – The Photography and Video Show is back from 16-19th March, so mark it in your diary. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, the show is a mustattend event to boost your photography, filmmaking or content creation skills. In this constantly evolving industry, it is crucial to stay ahead of the game. The Photography and Video Show provides exclusive and innovative perspectives to transform your business. It’s an opportunity to learn in-depth strategies from awardwinning pro photographers and connect with potential clients on a different level. The show offers a range of high-profile speakers, exclusive bargains and handson access to the latest products. From beginner-level tips to business-related advice for pros, there’s something for everyone. And if you want to take out…

Event advice I’ve lined up my first paid job to photograph a music event this summer. But having never covered something like this before professionally, I’m a bit nervous. What is your advice? Anonymous What a great gig (excuse the pun) you’ve got yourself. There are many different ways you can approach it, but here are my top five tips for anyone shooting a music event… 1. Familiarise yourself beforehand with the layout of the stage and work out your angles. Some of it will be trial and error but you can plan a lot beforehand. You want to move around to get a variety of shots so they’re not all from the same angle. 2. Anticipate the moment and watch before you shoot. If you observe most bands or…

The hardest concept to grasp when comparing the EOS R3 from Canon and Nikon’s Z 9 is that these aren’t even the manufacturer’s top-of-the-line models. It would be easy to assume that the EOS R3 is a like-for-like mirrorless replacement for the iconic EOS 1DX Mark III DSLR and, likewise, Nikon had served up the Z 9 as a natural successor to its D6 SLR speed demon. However, both brands have made it clear that these cameras either sit alongside their mirrored counterparts or just below in the case of the Canon. This suggests the best is yet to come and, with the Canon range in particular, the industry is holding its breath for the EOS R1, the model everyone is expecting to become the master of the Paris Olympics…

The Sony A9 III is, hands down, the most advanced camera ever made. While it isn’t yet being referred to as the company’s flagship, the A9 series has traditionally occupied that position. And as mighty as the Sony A1 is, its specs honestly look kind of quaint compared to the Sony A9 III. The best sports cameras are the launchpad for manufacturers’ bleeding-edge technology, but I have never seen a camera with as much earth-shatteringly futuristic tech as the Sony A9 III. Terms like ‘game changer’ are banded about liberally these days, but this is a camera that could transform the way we use cameras. With headlines including the world’s first full-frame global shutter image sensor, 120fps continuous shooting at full resolution (24.5MP) jpeg and RAW, and the ability to…

DOWNLOAD TEST SHOTS https://bit.ly/DPH276 Build and handling The Canon RF 200-800mm offers a potentially record snatching 600mm difference in focal length from wide to tele and manages to achieve this in a body weighing just over 2kg and only 31cm long. I was initially struck by the size – while not compact, I was expecting it to be so much larger and heavier. When you remember just how much focal length it covers, the overall size is actually remarkable. Unusually, the lens comes in white, which is normally reserved for Canon’s more premium L-series lenses, but it has been employed here as it reflects more heat. Performance This also has the psychological benefit of making me subconsciously assume it’s going to be a more optically impressive lens – if that…

Plastic Heads is all about nostalgia, vibrant colours and the beauty of our beloved childhood characters. I’ve always had a desire to create still-life compositions in a vibrant and pop art-inspired style. As a photographer, I specialise in food photography for various restaurants in London, as well as headshots for corporate companies. Last year, in the middle of a busy shooting period, I realised that I needed a macro lens so that I could capture the intricate details of the beautiful food I photograph daily. One day, my mum mentioned that she had a collection of my old toys from my childhood stored in the loft. Naturally, I seized the opportunity to reminisce and share these treasures with my sons. While going through the old shoe boxes filled with classic…