How to Become a Nature Photographer – A Step-by-Step Guide

nature photographer in the river

Are you in your element when there is a camera in your hand and a wild animal within view? Do you long to see the world and document what you find? A nature photographer typically travels extensively, roaming the earth in search of rare animals and the perfect composition. If you think you’d like to […]

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How to Become a Fashion Photographer (Step-by-Step Guide)

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Fashion photographers work for magazines, catalogs, and fashion designers. To become a fashion photographer, you will need an eye for style and a creative mind. You must also have a good understanding of the latest fashion trends. No formal qualifications are required to become a fashion photographer, but a degree in photography or art may […]

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What is an iPhone’s Focal Length?

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The newest pack of iPhones hit the market with an array of new features, including improved cameras with super-wide and wide-angle lenses and an f/1.6 aperture for a focal length of 26 mm. The iPhone Pro and Pro Max have a three-lens camera system with a 77 mm telephoto lens, a 26 mm wide lens, […]

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When Was Venus Discovered? Exploring the History of Venus

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The second planet closest to the Sun is just a jaunt away from the Earth, with 26,444,601 miles1 separating the two planets. Some have called it our twin, which is something of a misnomer, given how different they are other than sharing a similar size. Venus is one of five planets known to the old […]

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When Were Camcorders Invented? History of the Camcorder

Panasonic Palmcorder IQ

We have a wealth of technology at our literal fingertips, from our smartphones to our tablets to our laptops. It wasn’t always this way, however. The first home video system was offered by Ampex in 1963, which included a TV monitor, special equipment, and an Ampex VR-1500 that was around 100 pounds.  In 1982, JVC […]

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What Is a Hot Shoe on a Camera? Photography Basics Explained

Hot Shoe camera

When you’re first diving into photography, it can seem like there are thousands of things that you need to learn about. While most of the time, you can figure out what someone is talking about with context clues, one thing that doesn’t give you much to go off of is the hot shoe.  So, what […]

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What Is a Diverging Lens? Photography Basics Explained

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Beginner photographers have much to learn when they first get started, but the process can be quite fun, especially when learning about different types of lenses. If this subject interests you, keep reading as we discuss the diverging lens. We go over what it is, what it does when you use it, and where you […]

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Do Cardinals Mate for Life? What You Need to Know!

male and female northern cardinals perching

If it’s one bird that’s recognizable it’s the Northern Cardinal. Its beautiful bright red feathers can be seen from several feet away. If you’re an avid birdwatcher or just happened to catch them in your backyard, they’ll be sure to keep your attention for quite some time.  So, what about the Cardinal’s mating habits? Do […]

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How to Get Corroded Batteries Out of a Flashlight in 7 Steps

Flashlights are relatively inexpensive, but that doesn’t mean you should throw one away because corroded batteries are preventing you from using it. It’s bad for the environment, takes at least some time to buy a new one, and you likely already have everything you need to be able to get the damaged batteries out and […]

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What Focal Length Is the Human Eye? What You Need to Know!

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Cameras work in a similar way to eyes in the way that they capture and focus images. But there are a few distinct differences that affect measurements, like focal length.   The focal length of the human eye is around 22mm, but if you’re trying to compare it to the focal length of a camera, that’s […]

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