The post How the iPhone Saved Photography (Not Killed It) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Maybe this is a controversial take, but here goes… I’d be keen to hear your thoughts! Leave a comment. Remember when people were saying the iPhone would be the death of the photography industry? […]
Tethered Photography: A Step-By-Step Guide
The post Tethered Photography: A Step-By-Step Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Suzi Pratt. This article was updated in May 2025 with contributions from Simon and Lauren @ Tether Tools. When I first delved into studio photography, I was so excited. I had my lighting, I had my camera and […]
What Do the Numbers on Your Camera Lens Mean?
The post What Do the Numbers on Your Camera Lens Mean? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darlene Hildebrandt. Camera lenses include quite a few numbers – and many of these are often confusing or obscure, especially for beginners. That’s why, in this article, I’m going to run through all the […]
Aiarty Image Matting: Photographer’s Secret to Streamlined and Flawless AI Background Removal
The post Aiarty Image Matting: Photographer’s Secret to Streamlined and Flawless AI Background Removal appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Ever spent hours painstakingly masking hair strands or fixing jagged edges after removing a cluttered background? What if you could skip the tedious work and let AI handle the heavy […]
Memory cards are all the same, right?
The post Memory cards are all the same, right? appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sime. Memory cards are all the same, right? Well, yes and no. I believe that if you’re simply a hobbyist and you’re not to worried about ever losing data on a card then it’s not going […]
How to Use Camera Memory Cards: 18 Essential Tips
The post How to Use Camera Memory Cards: 18 Essential Tips appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Darren Rowse. Memory cards are an essential part of digital photography. They record your precious files and keep them safe until you’re able to transfer them to your (hopefully) full-fledged storage solution – which […]
Ultra-Wide Angle Lenses: A Guide (+6 Reasons to Love Them)
The post Ultra-Wide Angle Lenses: A Guide (+6 Reasons to Love Them) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Tom Ang. This article was updated in January 2025 with contributions from Tom Ang and Kim Brebach. What is an ultra-wide angle lens? What type of effects do ultra-wides produce? And should you […]
Zoom Lenses: Your Comprehensive Guide
The post Zoom Lenses: Your Comprehensive Guide appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey. Zoom lenses are cheap, effective, and incredibly popular; they’re used by hordes of photographers around the globe. For many beginners, a nice kit zoom is an amazing way to get started with photography, and for many […]
50mm Photography: Everything You Need to Know
The post 50mm Photography: Everything You Need to Know appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Lily Sawyer. Pretty much every professional photographer has has done 50mm photography at some point in their lives – and many of them still use their 50mm glass on a regular basis. In the industry, we […]
A Guide to Octabox Lighting (+ 5 Easy Setups)
The post A Guide to Octabox Lighting (+ 5 Easy Setups) appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Sean McCormack. Octaboxes are a great way to improve your portraits, still lifes, and product shots – but what exactly is an octabox, and how can you use one for beautiful results? In this […]