Photo knowledge

How to create a photo essay: Planning and execution
A photo essay can be created for a variety of reasons. Perhaps you want to document things from your surroundings for purely private purposes or take part in a photo competition. If you want to est...
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Exposure bracketing for images with a high dynamic range
The interplay of light and shadow is particularly effective in high-contrast photos. A scene appears more vivid and spatial when bright areas create visual accents and deep shadows lend structure t...
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Astrophotography made easy with Hasselblad
Any camera with manual setting options and a wide-angle lens is suitable for capturing images of a starry sky in a way that the naked eye cannot see. If you take photos of the night sky with your s...
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Learning to superimpose: depth in street photography
Street photography looks at the small, often overlooked moments of life around us. You can encounter them anywhere, because street photography is only limited to the streets in the literal sense. I...
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Focus techniques for professional portraits
We are all familiar with captivating portraits that immediately cast a spell over us - be it through an intense gaze, a gentle smile or the skillful staging of a special personality. In addition to...
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Multiple exposures: Creative effects in photography
Multiple exposures, which today represent an art form in their own right in the world of photography, were probably originally one of those wonderful accidents or oversights that create something u...
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The right Sony set for every budget - how to find your ideal equipment
The Japanese electronics brand Sony has a long tradition in the development of filmless cameras. In 1981, it was the first company in the world to launch an analog camera that did not require film....
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Nikon's tips for night photography: Skillfully capturing stars and city lights
Night photography is one of the most fascinating types or genres of photography. It opens up new perspectives on landscapes or cities and achieves something almost magical in astrophotography of th...
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Berlin through the lens: urban charm, iconic perspectives and creative photo spots
Berlin has plenty of cultural, historical and architectural highlights to offer. That's why the capital is one of the most photographed cities in the world. Do you still need inspiration for your n...
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Frankfurt through the lens: The best photo spots & travel tips for urban explorers
Anyone strolling through the metropolis of Frankfurt am Main with a camera will discover a fascinating mix of modern architecture, historic sights and lively street culture. Whether you are looking...
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