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Wedding Photography While Jason was overseas, Rick was photographing a wedding for one of his relatives. Wedding photography takes a tremendous amount of planning, and in this case, a little luck. Hear how Rick approached the assignment, what gear he used, and how he worked with the families to ensure a successful shoot. The post The Image Doctors …
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Photographing the Faroe Islands Jason is back from a photo workshop in the Faroe Islands, where he spent a week working with clients and photographing landscapes, puffins, and local villages in this unique setting. We’ll discuss getting there, what to bring, and the challenges for photographers there. Jason’s Faroe Islands Photo Gallery The post Th…
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Software Lens Corrections & More Well-corrected lenses were extremely important in the days of film, but today’s software correction tools allow you to reduce or remove distortion, vignetting, and chromatic aberrations from your photos. A huge ramification of having these tools mean that you can often times get excellent image quality from lenses t…
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The Case for JPEGs Most of you know that we both advocate shooting in RAW format whenever possible. Today we look at the case for shooting in JPEG format and look at the pros and cons of using JPEGs for your photography. The post The Image Doctors #241 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.Af The Image Doctors Talk Photography
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New Canon mirrorless cameras This week, Canon announced their newest sports/action flagship camera, the EOS R1, along with a major update to their all-around body, the EOS R5 II. Both cameras are available for preorder and will be available later in the year. Hear what we liked, and what we didn’t like about these new … Continue reading The Image D…
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Building a smaller kit within your existing system This week, we’ll take a look at some ideas for shrinking your kit by getting a different set of lenses for your existing system. While the lure of “pro glass” is strong, sometimes it’s nice to have a small and agile camera kit. A small kit can … Continue reading The Image Doctors #239 → The post Th…
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Top tips for bird photography This week, Jason’s back from a birding trip to New York, so we thought it would be the perfect opportunity to discuss tips for getting better bird photos. We’ll discuss everything from location scouting to camera settings, so tune in! Support The Image Doctors Podcast! Become a Patreon sponsor at … Continue reading The…
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Tips for photographing fireworks Independence Day is right around the corner, so this week we’ll give you some of our tried and true tips for photographing fireworks, including exposure settings and focus modes. Cameras throughout history: The Nikkormat line In the mid 1960s, as Nikon was transitioning from rangefinder cameras to SLRs, they needed …
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Nikon Z6iii Announced! This week, we discuss the long-awaited Nikon Z6iii announcement. But another announcement sparked our curiosity… the Pentax 17 film camera. Wait… what? Let’s discuss! The post The Image Doctors #236 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.Af The Image Doctors Talk Photography
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The Case for A Fast Prime Lens This week’s topic is inspired by a listener’s email to us (thank you). He wanted to know if a fast prime lens was necessary for shooting in low-light environments. We’ll take a look at the reasons for owning a fast prime and why they might not be what … Continue reading The Image Doctors #235 → The post The Image Doct…
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Paradigm Shifts & More This week, Jason is back from his South Dakota Badlands infrared safari, Sigma has announced a new 28-45mm f/1.8 lens (Sony & L-mount), and then we start a new segment called “Paradigm Shifts.” In our first installment of Paradigm Shifts, we discuss gear that changed the way we approached photography, or … Continue reading Th…
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1964: Eyes of the Storm This week, we take a look at a celebrity who is actually an outstanding photographer, Sir Paul McCartney. His book, 1964: Eyes of the Storm documents The Beatles arrival in the USA and captures scenes from the inside. You can see the gallery currently on tour in the USA at … Continue reading The Image Doctors #233 → The post…
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Photo Safari Report: Redwoods and Oregon Coast We’re back from our photo safari and workshop photographing the California Redwoods and Oregon coast. Hear about the trip and our experiences, plus new announcements from Panasonic, Leica, and Adobe. New Releases Bonus Show: Photos from our trip Our show supporters have exclusive access to our bonus vi…
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Tips for getting the fastest frame rates Many modern digital cameras offer frame rates that exceed 15fps. However, there are often settings conflicts that can reduce the actual frame rate, even when you’re set to a fast fps option. We’ll take a look at the settings that can affect frame rate so that you can … Continue reading The Image Doctors #231…
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Do you need a backup camera? This week, we took a field trip to the Denver Botanic Gardens to do some infrared photography, and then we’ll discuss the need for having a backup camera. Do you need one, and if so, what’s the best backup option for you? Support The Image Doctors Podcast Become a … Continue reading The Image Doctors #230 → The post The…
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It’s Infrared Photo Season! The leaves are popping and that means it’s time for infrared photography season to kick into high gear. We both enjoy infrared photography, and our editing workflow continues to evolve. We’ll share some tips on how to get the best infrared shots. We’ll also revisit the topic of Camera Profiles in … Continue reading The I…
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Our Workflow for High ISO Images Newer digital cameras do an excellent job with handling noise at higher ISOs, but they are not noise-free. When you shoot action like sports or wildlife, especially if you’re not using fast (read: expensive) lenses, you can easily find yourself shooting well over ISO 6400. The good news is … Continue reading The Ima…
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Photographing the Solar Eclipse Unless you’ve been under a rock, you probably saw LOTS of photos of the North American solar eclipse. We have some thoughts on it, plus Rick got to try out the Nikon Zf mirrorless camera, and offers his thoughts on the retro-styled Nikon. The post The Image Doctors #227 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.…
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Get creative with alternative crops This week, we chat about using alternative aspect ratios as a creative tool. You might be able to choose crop ratios in your camera, or you can crop your images later in post. Different camera models handle in-camera cropping differently, so you’ll want to check to see if raw files … Continue reading The Image Do…
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New Nikon Z lenses! This week, we discuss the recently announced Nikon 28-400mm f/4-8 Z lens, plus the new Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 in Nikon Z mount. Immediate opening for California/Oregon workshop Due to an unforeseen cancellation, we have an immediate opening to join our May California/Oregon Redwoods Coastal Safari. The post The Image…
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We tested the OM System OM-1 Mark II, focusing on its face/eye detection, advanced autofocus with tracking, C-AF+TR mode, and new sequential shooting frame rates to evaluate its worthiness for your camera bag. The post The Image Doctors #224 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.Af The Image Doctors Talk Photography
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Returning from a 10-day Cuban trip, we explore traveling there legally, our photographic encounters with vintage cars, architecture, and vibrant locals, and share photos in a bonus video. The post The Image Doctors #223 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.Af The Image Doctors Talk Photography
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Photographers often resist updating their workflow and equipment, fearing new tools. Our podcast discusses this aversion to change. Note: We're in Cuba next week; the following episode airs March 16th. The post The Image Doctors #222 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.Af The Image Doctors Talk Photography
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Discussing camera features, we explore whether extras like over 24 megapixels are needs or superfluous, and ponder unexpectedly useful features. Tune in for more insights. The post The Image Doctors #221 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.Af The Image Doctors Talk Photography
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This week's episode addresses the implicit bias in online camera and lens reviews, emphasizing the importance of critical interpretation when new gear is announced. The post The Image Doctors #220 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.Af The Image Doctors Talk Photography
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Spring approaches, heralding car show season. Our upcoming tips will help you expertly photograph vintage cars, hot rods, and even junkyard relics at these automotive events. The post The Image Doctors #219 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.Af The Image Doctors Talk Photography
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OM Digital Solutions has unveiled the OM System OM-1 Mark II and a new 150-600mm lens. This release is unexpected given that the original OM-1 debuted under two years ago. The 150-600mm lens is a modified variant of Sigma's existing design, offering a 300-1200mm equivalent on M 4/3 cameras. The post The Image Doctors #218 first appeared on Jason P.…
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Seeking to lighten your full-frame camera setup without system change? Recent high-quality, slower aperture mirrorless lenses from Canon, Nikon, and Sony remain excellent even when shooting wide-open. You can substantially reduce weight by opting for f/4.0 lenses instead of faster ones while retaining your trusted camera body. The post The Image Do…
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On the joys (and fears) of downsizing This week, we’re joined by Dennis Mook, a former forensic photographer and longtime friend of the program. Recently, Dennis has been contemplating switching from a full-frame kit to smaller format cameras due to their smaller size and weight; something that we can all appreciate as we get older. … Continue read…
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Learn how to take captivating photos of snowy or sandy scenes. Also, discover the legendary sports photography of Walter Iooss, Jr., known for his iconic sports moments and innovative storytelling style. Explore his work at www.walteriooss.com. The post The Image Doctors #215 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.…
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Designing our ideal camera The post The Image Doctors #214 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.Af The Image Doctors Talk Photography
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Holiday Photo Tips Are you intimidated by holiday photos? It’s the time of year where families get together beneath holiday lights. This week, we’ll offer our tips and tricks for getting better holiday portraits and how to photography holiday light displays. Holiday Hangout with Jason & Rick We’re pleased to announce a Zoom hangout for … Continue r…
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Packing challenges for travel photography This week, Jason is off to meet clients in Europe for a 2-week photo tour. As exciting as this is, packing for such a trip can be a real challenge. Do you bring a tripod, and if so, what kind? Do you pack for airline travel, or do you pack … Continue reading The Image Doctors #212 → The post The Image Docto…
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This week we discuss inspecting new camera lenses for potential defects, elaborating on the evaluation process and identification of common issues. The post The Image Doctors #211 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.Af The Image Doctors Talk Photography
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The Best Used Cameras It’s that time of year where dread starts to seep in… no, not Aunt Mabel’s fruit cake, but what to do when a friend asks you “what’s a good camera; I only have a few hundred dollars to spend.” Well, that’s where we come in. Assuming your friend (or relative) really … Continue reading The Image Doctors #210 → The post The Image…
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Holiday Gift List for Photographers This week, we bring you our annual holiday gift ideas! In addition to the usual items, which never go out of style, we’re also including some items that we’ve been personally fond of over the past year. Check out our complete list of holiday gift ideas here. The post The Image Doctors #209 first appeared on Jason…
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Global Shutter? The Sony A9 III This week, Sony introduced the A9 III with 120fps raw shooting and a “Global shutter.” We’ll talk about what this technology is, and how it different from other types of electronic shutters. The post The Image Doctors #208 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.Af The Image Doctors Talk Photography
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Handling formal portrait shoots This week, Canon has announced 3 new RF lenses, and then we’ll turn our attention to a situation many of us have faced: what to do when you’re asked to do “formal” portraits for a friend or family member. In this case, Rick talks about what went into preparing for an … Continue reading The Image Doctors #207 → The po…
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New England & Canada cruise, and new features in Lightroom! This week, we’re back from a little vacation to New England and Canada on a cruise. We stopped in NYC, Newport, Rhode Island, Boston, and then St. John and Halifax in Canada. Hear what we shot with and more. Adobe recently updated Lightroom with some … Continue reading The Image Doctors #2…
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The Beauty (and Challenge) of Mountain Light This week, we’re back from leading a photo safari with an excellent group of clients in and around Rocky Mountain National Park here in Colorado. We’ll share our insights and some lessons learned, plus discuss the use of alternative crops and picture styles in-camera. We’ll also discuss what … Continue r…
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Tips for photographing fall colors This week, there’s a hint of autumn in the air, and the leaves are starting to turn. We’ll offer our tips for photographing fall colors, from composition to our recommended filters. New release: Nikon 135mm f1/.8 “Plena” portrait lens. Jason’s final thoughts on the Nikon 180-600mm Z Nikkor lens The post The Image …
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Is it time to upgrade your iPhone? This week, we saw the announcement of the Nikon Zf, a retro-styled camera similar (but with better features) than the Nikon Z6ii. We’ll also discuss a new lossy image format, HEIF, which can be significantly better than JPEG if your editing tools support it. This week saw the … Continue reading The Image Doctors #…
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Photography on a Cruise Cruises are a great way to travel, but we often don’t consider the kinds of photographic opportunities you can get during the adventure. Jason is back from leading a photo tour on an Alaskan cruise, and we’ll talk about the experience and ways to get creative on your next vacation. We’ll … Continue reading The Image Doctors …
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Balloon Festivals, Nikon 180-600mm Z lens This week, we discuss a very colorful location shoot: Rick went to the Labor Day Liftoff hot air balloon festival in Colorado Springs. This annual event is a big draw, with over 75 balloon crews operating this year. We also got our hands on the Nikon 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 Z … Continue reading The Image Doctor…
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Photographing the “Supermoon” Did you see the “supermoon” this week? We’ll offer some tips for photographing the moon and tell you why you don’t need to wait for a “super” event to get out there and shoot it. Check out Jason’s Night Sky Photography Handbook for more night shooting tips! New products from Sony & … Continue reading The Image Doctors …
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Should you consider a macro lens? This week, we revisit a topic that both of us enjoy: close-up photography. Macro lenses are just one way to get closer to your subject, and we’ll take a look at whether a true macro lens is right for you. The post The Image Doctors #199 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.…
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Photography at the Renaissance Faire This week, we visited the Colorado Renaissance Festival and worked on photographing people in candid settings. The colorful costumes and overall enthusiasm of the festival-goers makes this event the perfect place to get some great shots of people! We’ll discuss the gear we used, and some settings tips for this ……
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The Best Lenses for Zoo Photography Your local zoo can be a great place for honing your wildlife photography skills. From exposure to autofocus, zoos are loaded with great animal subjects. This week, we offer our tips on the best walk-around lenses for zoo photography, including affordable options for most of the major camera brands. The post The I…
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This week, we took our annual overnight trip to Mt. Evans and photographed wildlife and landscapes in the alpine tundra above 13,000' elevation The post The Image Doctors #196 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.Af The Image Doctors Talk Photography
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This week, we'll discuss some options for how to acquire big-ticket items without melting your credit card or mortgaging your home. The used market and rental companies offer some compelling ways to get your hands on expensive gear without the financial pain. The post The Image Doctors #195 first appeared on Jason P. Odell Photography.…
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