Rode VideoMic Pro vs JJC Mic-1 Review

Here is a comparison of two best seller microphones for DSLRs in the market right now.

DIY: Flash Lightbrush Snoot

Here at The Speedlights, we are always on the hunt for strobist techniques and we will share it to you. Today, we have spotted a very cool DIY Snoot! Look at the results, it's very good. Credits to Vicco Gallo

From the description of the photo, materials came from a ballpen and some gaffer tape.

The image above compares the result of the DIY lightbrush snoot setup and on the right is shot using ambient light. Impressive results!

Nikon D800 or a Canon 5D Mark 3 DSLR Camera Giveaway from Fstoppers

Last April, Fstoppers gave away DSLR cameras. Now, they are once again throwing away either a Nikon D800 or a Canon 5D Mark III DSLR Camera for the participants of the contest. Interested join? Simple, all you have to do is go to Fstoppers website, follow the steps/directions for the contest and after that you already have the chance to win an awesome full frame DSLR camera.

Daily Photography Resources #1

Photography is a never ending learning process. Our team spends most of the time reading, research, and check what's new in the industry. Today, we read the links below and we hope you find it helpful on your career.


How I Shoot: A Daylight Strobist Portrait

Composing Dynamic Landscape Images

How to Pick the Right DSLR Camera

Mastering Wide Angle Photography

Long Term Review: Nikon 40mm f2.8G AF-S DX Micro-NIKKOR

Creative Portrait Photography Examples

10 Landscape Photography Tips: Beginner and Advanced

How Cropping In Camera Can Improve Your Wedding Photography