What are megapixels, and is more always better?
Photography jargon How does pixel-count translate to physical print sizes, and how many pixels do you really need?
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What is spot metering, and when would you use it?
Photography jargon Spot metering is a very precise way of measuring the light, but it needs to be used with care
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What is sensor size, and why does it matter?
Photography jargon The physical size of a camera sensor size is usually much more important than how many megapixels it has
Opinion: The retro-inspired Nikon Z fc is a step back in the right direction
Opinion The Nikon Z fc’s retro good looks and modern features could prove a winning combination
What is white balance? When to change the WB settings on your camera
Photography jargon Understanding white balance and its effect on the colours in your photo will help you avoid color casts in different lighting
Pro car photographer Larry Chen reveals his essential trackside photo kit
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Sony Xperia Pro as a video monitor and streaming tool: your questions answered
Video Is it an external monitor for videographers? Is it a 5G smartphone/router combo? No, it’s the Sony Xperia Pro!
What is the camera shutter, and are shutter speeds important?
Photography jargon The shutter starts and stops the exposure, and how long it stays open is the 'shutter speed' or exposure time
GuruShots: winning photographs from the Memorable Travels competition
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What is noise in digital images, and when does it become a problem?
Photography jargon Find out about the causes of noise in your pictures, and how you can win the battle against it
The new Sony ZV-E10 looks terrific, but how does it compare to its rivals?
Opinion We reckon it’s the APS-C vlogging camera Sony should have made all along, but does it beat the rest?
What is an ND filter and when would you use one?
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What is macro photography? Is it just the same as close-ups?
Photography jargon Find out what the differences are between macro and closeup, and how to make a non-macro lens focus closer than normal
Olympic shootout: Canon vs Sony vs Nikon – which flagship camera is best?
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What is image stabilization, and how does it work?
Photography jargon Image Stabilisation is a huge advantage when it comes to taking handheld shots in low light situations
What is a histogram and when would you use it?
Photography jargon Understanding what a histogram is and how to read it will help you get the exposure right in your photos
