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What lens should I use for wildlife photography?

Posted on December 25, 2022December 25, 2022 by Yo! Photo Dude!

I see this question come up frequently in various forums, and usually, it's someone wanting to try and use a short focal length lens for wildlife. In one forum, someone in the Nikon mirrorless universe was thinking about either getting...Read More

Should you use a UV filter on your lenses?

Posted on September 19, 2021September 19, 2021 by Yo! Photo Dude!

This is a common question that shows up in various forums. There is a lot of confusion on what benefits it provides vs. what hard it can cause. Let's take a look at these somewhat controversial filters. With film, and...Read More

High-resolution cameras: Do you really need them?

Posted on September 11, 2021September 11, 2021 by Yo! Photo Dude!

For most people, the simple answer is: No. But let's consider this from a mathematical and scientific point of view. In this video (slightly NSFW) by YouTuber "mediocre man", he uses his knowledge of printing to explain this concept. Now,...Read More

f/5.6 — The worst aperture!

Posted on September 4, 2021 by Yo! Photo Dude!

Just to clarify... This is dealing with normal focal length lenses, say between 35mm and say 85mm. When you get to the extremes with ultra-wide angle lenses or super-telephoto lenses. The equation changes quite a bit. With that note out...Read More

Understanding metering

Posted on September 2, 2021 by Yo! Photo Dude!

Metering is related to exposure in photography, but it's different. Exposure is the sum total of your camera's aperture (how wide open or closed the lens is), shutter speed (how fast or slow the shutter opens and closes), and sensitivity....Read More

Five reasons why I will never be a good wildlife photographer

Posted on August 28, 2021August 30, 2021 by Yo! Photo Dude!

Don't get me wrong. I love taking wildlife photos. It's a challenge that takes great technical skills, the right equipment, instinct, and timing. The results can be nothing but spectacular when it works out, but it's not easy. I'll lever...Read More

F/8 and be there

Posted on August 25, 2021August 30, 2021 by Yo! Photo Dude!

I've been questioning my photography lately. Honestly, I don't feel the photos I share are resonating with my social community. That community is made up of family, friends, and more importantly peers. I have always strived for technical perfection. If...Read More

Composition in-depth: Shoot tight, crop tighter

Posted on October 11, 2020August 30, 2021 by Yo! Photo Dude!

In this video, we take a deeper dive into cropping photos for impact. It covers how to crop in camera to get you off to a good start and then how to crop further in post-processing. You will learn about...Read More

Buying a camera

Posted on October 11, 2020August 30, 2021 by Yo! Photo Dude!

Buying a camera can be a scary process. Frequently, you're entering a new world with terminology you may not know and a lot of uncertainty about what is the right camera for you. In this video, learn about the different...Read More

Photo composition basics

Posted on September 8, 2020August 30, 2021 by Yo! Photo Dude!

There are several techniques you can apply to your photography to take your photos from snapshots to artwork. In this video, learn about several different "rules", or guidelines to place your subject at better locations within your scene. It includes...Read More