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How to Make Believable Fake Rain in Your Photos and Videos

How do filmmakers and photographers fake rain for the cameras? A team of creatives has shared a behind-the-scenes look at ways to add fake rain to scenes and how to combine it with lighting for a natural but atmospheric look. The creative team behind lighting brand Aputure’s YouTube Channel teamed up with cinematographer Laura Odermatt whos shared her team’s approach to tackling film scenes…
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Yongnuo’ new Android 10-powered MFT camera features 20MP sensor, 5” touchscreen display

Yongnuo has announced yet another intriguing mirrorless camera option, the YN455. This Android-based, Snapdragon-powered Micro Four Thirds (MFT) camera is currently only available in the Chinese market, but it’s possible we could begin to see it elsewhere, as was the case with the company’s YN450 Android camera. The device features a rather compact form factor, measuring only 16.2cm…
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This Convertible Camera Strap is Aimed at Cyclist-Photographers

The Makers in Motion Camera Strap has tapped into the market of cyclist-photographers who want to transport their camera safely while out on a ride and have the ability to shoot on the go without restrictions. Many cyclists eventually grow into photographers as they ride past grand vistas and unique lighting conditions. As such, while the specific market segment may be small and niche, they are…
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Are Cameras Actually More Expensive Now Than Ever Before?

There is a purveying sentiment that cameras have only gotten more expensive over time. While there is certainly some validity in certain sectors of the market, the truth about camera prices over time is a bit more nuanced and complex than the average person makes it out to…
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Engineer Modernizes the 1998 Game Boy Camera with a DIY Adapter

An engineer has figured out a way to bring the Game Boy Camera into the twenty-first century with a DIY wireless adapter that allows him to easily transfer all the images taken with the aged handheld gaming console camera to his smartphone. Released back in 1998, the Game Boy Camera was an optional accessory for the Nintendo Game Boy game console. It was discontinued in 2002. In that short time…
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