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Desai Pooja Gupta ‘coPY DESK ‘Sameer Gadkari PRODUCTION MANAGER Manoj Surve BHAVYA DESAI Is it Business as Usual? Je are already in the month of September in 2021 and are things sil looking ‘confusing even today? ts nearly a year and half withthe pandemic now land! think most people/brands are stil unable 0 make up their mind if things are back to normal or not. Honesty !am also one of those confused souls Current. Primarly because some parts ofthe word have now opened thei doors to business as usual while n Inca we are stil possibly looking ata third wave of the pandemic to hit. Frankly Iam pretty certain that withthe good medical prep and infrastructure ths ime around the impact of the tied wave might not be as Severe asthe previous ones. But you never know, things can change petty Fast as you might not know the pandemic nthe ol thing that the naging incu wore about The Coste of a component manciacur fr te or Condctor industry Gue fo an unfortunate accent has Merl Brought the goba Supply chan of cps micoproessors) toa stands Aspe he ntrmation om ‘moat brance in tench. ripen are sti acing sever shortage of products, teh expected to nonalize by Nor bee 2021 time fame, Wat suring tome isthe dependency ona single factory tat has patel Brought ot on the photography andthe maging nds Bt also ost ndustes toa stance SGobaly, Nopetty industries woud ve lar thar lesson ts time around and ‘Tight spread ther busines in more hozontas rather than veils to avd Such scenarios nthe tre {And ts these teething issues and the pandemic that brings me to the question | was asking eae, let Business as Usual? The honest answer i, "We are nearly there. f you look atthe number from most maging brands across the categories then youl find that they've started getting good demand for their products albelt ‘the supply shortages. Which means that we are headed inthe right rection in terms of business and hopefuly by the end of ths year we wil see an upswing in the businesses. Coming to the issue this month we have featured the interview of Audiya Venkatesh, popularly known as Aud. His work is tuly interesting and we ar sure ‘that i wil be as exciting and read as ft was for us to feature. We aso have @ ‘900d mix of tips and reviews this month that are sue to satisty your photography appetite. So Untl Next Time Happy Reading! 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NAND suppliers'revenue mark Image simulated.CONTENTS CONT news 12 Canon Inia salutes the spirit of photography on World Photography Day 2021 Fujifilm India Inaugurates Their Experience Centre at Museo Camera Centre for the Photographic Arts, Gurugram on World Photography Day 2021 Tamron announces the launch of all-in-one zoom lens with 16.6x zoom ratio gr Sony E-mount > PRO - PROFILE * Auditya Venkatesh 6 ASIANPHOTOGRAPHYwww.asianphotographyindia.com (TIPS AND TECHS 22 8 Fascinating Careers in Photography if You Don't Want to Outset a Business 28 5 Breath taking photographing tips for Portrait Photography in 2021 32 5 Tips for Taking Gorgeous Maternity Photos 36 7 Best Tips to Become a Successful Freelance Photographer Photoscape Photomontage SEPTEMBER 2001.7Ast es 8 ASIANPHOTOGRAPHY Send your letters at apindia.feedback@gmail.com i eau Orin tsec ho Cs Pr aay yi ay Hi Bhavya, = | had a question regarding the Tamron lenses, especially the ‘new 17-70 mm F/2.8. | own the Sigma 16mm F/1.4 and also the ‘Sigma 56mm. Should | sell my sigma 16 for this Tamron? Regs, FCH Lab Dear FCH Lab, S Honestly | wouldn't recommend selling a prime lens, especialy one which is a F/1.4 in favour of a wide~ ‘zoom ever. Also, | think it would be unfair to compare the two lenses since one of them is a F/1.4 which ‘would ideally give you great results while the other is a F/2.8. The Tamron lens won't be able to replicate the performance of a prime at F/1.4 since the Sigma will have a wider aperture. Dear Sir | had a question regarding the Tamron 17-70 mm lens. First the information, article and the video is great. But | wanted to know between the Tamron 17-70 vs Sony 18-105 f/4 which is best for video quality and also an all-rounder? Regs, Bharat Drishyam Hi Bharat Thanks for your words of appreciation. Both lenses deliver good quality videos and perform well overall. But in terms of sharpness | found the Tamron performing slightly better. They both are good lenses and you will have to choose on 2 things according to me: 1. Ifyou need a wider aperture because a wider aperture will give you better lowlight performance. 2. f you have the budget But the price of the Tamron is more than the Sony. So | would suggest that take these things into ‘consideration before you make your choice.Wh | TRUE MULTIMEDIA Co} MN oN id Tee leK ts ) 2 UPGRADE TO THE FUTURE OF WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHY 1 a Ae Ne ie eld al alk En areal still and video cameras. A true powerhouse, indeed. SU Pa aes eee Dene Ae eee See ee eee eee ee eee Ce eee ee a ee eel a RO oe A ee oe CS ean ae eer eed Eee acter Sree eee Ee ee [ ros on Co en oeAst ma Send your letters at apindia.feedback@ gmail.com esas aii el Ort ha Pe ay (IZ E-Issues) Dear Sir, | am also a OnePLus user till now, but yesterday my phone automatically crashed and now its showing ‘Qualcomm dump crash mode and at the service center they are saying to change the mother board. So ‘now | am hesitant to buy the OnePlus device. ‘My main use is of camera, as 1 am an interior designer. So I frequently need it. an you please suggest me which phone should | buy between the OnePius 9 Pro and the iPhone 127 ‘Thanks in advance. Regs, Vinit Jain HiVinit, Which device were you on of the OnePlus? Ideally the Oxygen layer on the OnePlus devices are pretty stable and work wel. | use both phones as my daily drivers and honestly haven't found any issue yet in terms of the OS. But if you are into interior design then | would suggest the 9 Pro since it also corrects suggestions for setting up your camera need for a tracking mount. It takes time and practice to get the correct exposure. and the equipment you'll need to obtain annice image. Because its the largest and brightest Before you go out with all your stuf i's a {good idea to know where the moon wil ise and in which direction it wil rise. f you need help locating the ideal setting, consider PhotoPills, a free software available on the Apple App Store ‘and Google Play. ADSLR (n manual mode) and at least a 200mm telephoto lens are strongly suggested. To eliminate camera shaking, no matter what sort of camera you're using, a tripod is an important requirement. A tripod will also allow you to photograph the stars at siower shutter speeds. Because you'll be Using a larger focal length, you'll need to keep your camera as stil as possible to avoid camera shaking. ‘Timing Look fr moonrise timing charts onthe internet Vist TmneandDate.com, for Moonrise and Moonset Calculator. Use the Moonrise Calendar to see when and where the moon willbe visible, as wll as when it wil be most Itby the sun, Wait ntl as late at night as possible before photographing the moon to ensure that the sky is sufficiently black. You'll have a higher chance of seeing the moon shine brightly against the black nighttime sky,TOE ely if your camera has the possibilty, we recommend shooting in RAW rather TT EWS ‘than JPEG. If you're using a lower zoom or telephoto lens, this is a wonderful Se eels idea. Shooting in RAW allows yout trim your photos 80 that more ofthe moon NEF (RAW) + JPEG normale fis te ram. f = Keepin mind that when you shootin RAW, you are capturing ALL ofthe NEF (RAW) + JPEG normal picture data from your camera's sensor. As a result, you may change the Naa beaded exposure, contrast, blacks, shadows, and brightness. Using RAW to make ecits ‘can help you bring out the amazing detal on the moon's surface. NEF (RAW) + JPEG basic sa GN} hb ZoomIn (Once you've determined on a good time to shoot the moon, the process, is quite simple. To getit in the frame at a respectable size, you'll need a lens with a focal length of 200mm or more. A tripod will stabilise your camera, and a remote shutter release will decrease shaking even further, if you don't have one, set the camera's self-timer to a few seconds in the Setup menu. if you've ever stopped to observe a moonrise, you've probably noticed how ‘quickly the moon rises. I takes around 2-3 minutes from the time you first stop the moon unti the time it climbs beyond the horizon. You'll need to shoot at ‘a quicker shutter speed to achieve a crisp image. Begin at 1/125 second and verify your concentration, In terms of aperture, you want to be able to concentrate on as much of the lunar surface as possible. As a result, avoid shooting at 2.8 and an aperture of ‘approximately 1/9. Start with ISO 400 and work your way up to 800 if required, Use a Remote Shutter Release or check to see if your camera has an app that allows you to fire it from your smartphone. Set the self-imer to 3 seconds if you don’t have a Remote Shutter Release or remote firing capability, so the ‘camera is completely motionless when the shutter goes off. If you reside ina location where the temperature goes, close to freezing at night, you should be concerned that moisture in the air wil condense on your equipment. Condensation in your camera, viewfinder, lens, and back screen can cause significant issues. Allow your camera ‘gear to acclimatize to colder temperatures to reduce the possibilty of condensation. You may experience some condensation, so check the weather before venturing out, TEXT: SANCHIT MISHRADNB eLty PLAY OF LIGHT32. The word photography translates to “drawing with light”. Hence, it isn’t much of a stretch to say that light is the most crucial aspect of photography. Without light, you wouldn't be able to see, much less click a picture. When it comes to photography, the right light can make or break a photograph. And don't make the mistake of assuming that lighting is only important for illumination; the right light plays multiple roles - it illuminates, sets the mood, evokes emotions and narrate stories. Thus, if you master lighting in your photography, you have overcome one of the biggest challenges! And here we have got all the details you would need to crack the lighting code and play with light to click the most amazing pictures Tounderstandlightinginphotography, you first need to understand the four ‘main aspects of light ~ intensity, angle, ‘quality and temperature. Intensity of Light Intensity of light refers to how strong (bright) the light is. Any given light is strongest at the source. As you move ‘away from the source, the intensity of the light decreases. The reason? Although the energy ofthe light remains the same, {as you move away from the source of light, t gets more area to spread. Hence, the intensity reduces. I you want to control the intensity of light in the picture, you can either adjust the position of the light source or you can move away from Angle of Light ‘The angle of light refers to where the light is coming from (direction). There ‘are muttiple ways you can position your light source or subject to create different effects. This also creates changes in the angle of the lighting thus attecting the final outcome. Also, the angle of lighting Controls the shadows. Hence, if you want a pleasing picture that doesn't look flat, you need to understand the angle of the light. Quality of Light The quality of ight, which controls the mood of the image, is determined by the size and source of the light. Majorly, there are two types of light quality ~ hard and sott. Hard light refers to light that offers very sharp transitions from light to shadow. You can easily identity the darkest and brightest areas in a hard-lt image. Moreover, it casts hard-edged, defined shadows. For example, if SEPTEMBER 2001.53you shoot when the sun is directly overhead (noon time), the light quality during that time would be hard. i When you want to produce dramatic, shadow-filed and contrast heavy i you should use hard light (On the other hand, soft light refers to light that shows gradual tr photographers as it produces eye-pleasing images with a soft, romantic mood.Temperature of Light Colour temperature is a measure of the light’ colour. tis measured in Kelvin K).. Different different colours of light and hence different Kelvin measurements. For example, a candle produces a reddish light (1,800 k) whereas the sun during midday offers more of bluish tint (5,500 W. ight sources produce (On the basis of temperature, light can be classified as warm and cool light. Warm light has a temperature of 4,000 k or less whereas coo! light has @ 4,000 k. Warm light features red, orange and yellow. It helps to create emotionally harged images. Think of images clicked during the sunri are examples of warm light. In contrast coo! light includes colours like blue green and violet. Its more subdued and temperature of more or the sunset those dluring the day and twiight are examples of cool lt images. Now that we've covered the basics of light, let's take a look ata few different ways you can play with light! Light Painting Light painting photography involves the use of a handheld source of bright light, such as flashes, torches, glow sticks and others - to create continuous streaks of light in a picture clicked in long lick visually brillant using an his type of photography. exposure. You can pictures equipment in Golden Hour The golden hou of 20 to 40 minutes right after sunrise and before sunset where naturally warm light full of reddish and golden is produced. This is one of the best times to capture pictures as the light is super-soft and flattering due to the absence of direct light during this hour, the shadows of the portraits licked during this time-frame turn out without special is a time to be soft and diffused - a result that can be achieved without using much equipment Blue Hour The blue hour offers another time frame for capturing stunning pictures of the couple. Biue hour is the time of the day ~ a window of 20 te which occurs before sunrise and after sunset when the sky is bathed in cool light, mainly blue, pictures during the blue hour bestows a ‘tranquil quality to your pictures. Clicking pictures of the subject near reflective surfaces, such as stil lake, during the blue hour is a creative manoeuvre you natural Shooting could try Hard Light Photography Using hard light can capture many intense areas and dark shadowed areas that can be employed to tell us a story, just as dim light can. Hard light can be Used to convey the feelings of quietness, secrets, and desolation, Back Lit Photography In back lit photography, the main source of light is placed behind the primary subject. Back light photography emphasises the depth be ind the subject and gives images a greater sense of place. dramatic moods in your photographs. which you play with light other than the ned here. So what are you waiting for? Go out and explore! There are many ways in It is one of the ways to create APRIVA KALIVATH‘TIPS AND TECHS WHAT IS RADIAL BALANCE IN PHOTOGRAPHY? What Is Radial Balance? Radial balance is made by using evenly distributed lines, forms, shapes, patterns, or colours. These evenly distributed structures surround the centre to make a radial symmetry. This attracts the viewer's eye into the centre, creating a central focal point. it can be an impressive method for creating a visually appealing image. What is Radial Balance and how do we achieve it in our photographs? ‘Awell balanced composition is a crucial par of capturing an interesting photograph. But balance is not just about forming symmetry between the top and bottom or left and right. In photography, there are numerous frame styles that balance the apparent weight of an image, such as symmetrical balance, asymmetrical balance, radial balance, and mosaic balance. In this article, we wil learn more about radial balance and how it can be a great skill in capturing images that draws Why is Radial Balance Effective? Many of you will remember the feeling of calmness when looking through a kaleidoscope as a child. The racial symmetry of the patterns shapes and colours around the centre grabs anyone's attention. They can create an enchanting, almost calming effect. This is because of the symmetrical pattersand you see evenly balanced visual weight. Human brain then reads that photograph as being well-formed, symmetrical and soothing Radial balance also adds depth to a photograph as it acts similar to looking down a tunnel or tube. The leading lines of the frame sur 1unds the centre and naturally draws viewer's attention into the middle o 2 image Radial balance composition occurs in nature, architecture and even in small things. It helps to flawlessness in our world. It you have done paper craft while rowing up with access to paper and a scissor, you might remember crafting snowllakes.Itis created by folding a square Paper in quarters and cutting out shapes using the scissor to form a symmetrical snowflake structure. These paper craft represents the true balance of a real snowflake which are great examples of radial symmetrical balance. When you use radial balance in your photo composition, a sense of integrity is replicated in your images. orages, drew inspiration trom radial balancing. Many historical cultures ave a balanced symmetrical composition. (One of the oldest and mast fascinating examples of visual radial symmetry is the mandala ar. This artis a cicular-shaped, ‘geometric designs of symbols. Often with shapes surrounded by the centre, Mandala basically means circle in Sanskrit. ong before the development of the camera, artists across the wo For many Hindus and Buddhists, itis said to Many different civilizations and faiths throughout the world include examples of the Mandala andother circular, symmetrical artworks. These include Aztec, Persian, and Christian (beautiful ircular glass windo a sign of the The mandala is said to have a peaceful and soothing effect and is often used as a tool for meditation a activity. The same feeling can be acquired in your photos by using the radial balance in your images. designers and photographers have used radial balance as inspiration for their work in modern days. They d other spiritual Adtsts,know that it will help draw viewer's attention nto the center of their photographs. In photography, every shutterbug is taught to always use the rule of thirds. This method relates to asymmetrical balance. The visual weight of your subject is not divided symmetrically. However, rules are meant to be broken. The method of placing your subject in the center of the image to create circular symmetry might seem a litle discouraging to those who have Used the rule of thirds from a long time. But if done right, you will find that radial balance composition can be one of the new favourite composition method. When you become aware of radial symmetry and start ‘ASIAN PHOTOGRAPHY looking for it, you will find examples of radial balance in Unexpected places. If you want to create an image with a stunning radial balance, look at these locations. You may rapidly discover that you are taking inspiration from your surroundings. Mother nature is the originator of radial balance and ‘symmetry. Interesting symmetrical compositions may be found ina variety of components across our environment. Here are a few instances of natural subjects that offer a feeling of radial balance through their shape. wer ae recyent excelent examples of ada balance The petals ofthe Bower dct our attention tothe priary focal pit an fom a optical competion, Parton flowers are avaible to almost everyone, Because they don move, theyre auably one of he east tings to pracice shooting ada balancing on lace your suet nthe center of yur vw and experiment th the focal tance, With to ary diferent aspect Ike a eo, orm, and pater, you Wot be bred whee searching othe eal compoation for your photograph, ‘There aren't many examples of symmetrical balance in the human body. Our eyes, on the other hand, are one of those uncommon components. Borraw a model and experiment with ‘a macro lens to capture all of the details of our body's flawless circle. “The ripples in a pool of water, ke a mandala, may have a tranquil, retaxing impact in pictures. Almost any body of water ‘may be used to create a photograph of ripples in perfect racial balance, Try some astrophotography for anew kind of radial balance. Photograph the movement of stars in the night sky as we move through the universe. This example will undoubtedly create 2 ssense of calmness in your photograph,Human-Made Radial Balance ‘As people strive to reproduce the balanced forms of natural ‘symmetry, radial and circular designs are almost everywhere in architecture. Fountains If you perform drone photography, you're undoubtedly aware of all kinds of visual symmetry from your vantage point. Water fountains are often circular in design, with a beautiful focal point, such as a statue of flowing water inthe center. This movement of water would produce lovely natural lines that would attract the eye into the image's center. Staircases Winding circular stairs are frequently used in pictures to demonstrate radial balance. The diminishing curve of the steps as they approach the bottom (or tp) adds depth to your image. With so much variation in architecture, spiraling staircases ‘might nearly create a whole portfolio, Household Objects This may appear to be an unusual subject to capture. However, for many photographers who work in food or event photography, this is extremely frequent. These photographers are frequently tasked with capturing photos with perfect symmetrical balance. This is due to the fact that these genres frequently require photographing dishes and glasses. Tunnels ‘A dark and scary tunnel witha light atthe end isa fantastic ilustration of radial balance. These photos also have a great feeling of depth to them. You might experiment with adding an Intriguing subject or form at the end of the tunnel. Have some fun and see what type of picture you can corne up with. Helpful Gear + Wide o fish eye lenses can be beneficial since they naturally bend at the corners and focus more on the center. Wide angle lenses are very useful for architecture photography. They are especially useful when capturing huge buildings ‘or structures in your photograph. + Consider using a camera with a movable screen. These are very handy when photographing a stairway or a pool Cf water. implies you can view the screen and get as near to the center of your topic as you can without bending over too much. Remember to carry your camera strap! + Ammacro lens is a very valuable instrument. Experiment with {tas you explore the many aspects of the macro-world using natural radial balance. Using a macro lens will allow you to focus on the form's core and catch every pattern and detail Tips for Achieving Radial Balance in your Photographs + Utlise your camera grid. The grid in your camera's viewfinder, just like when trying to produce a balanced image using the rule of thirds, may be a valuable tool in helping you achieve the right composition. This might assist you in precisely locating the image's center point on your viewfinder. * Ifthe proportions stil don’t appear to be completely balanced land the visual weight is unequal, try playing with the perspective in Lightroom (or your favourite editing software). Conclusion Lastly, radial balance is a common compositional style that ‘may be found in both natural and man-made materials. t may be a powerful technique in photography for capturing the attention of your audience. Similarly, radial balance creates a soothing, concentrated image that your visitors may want to get lostn. ‘You could start looking for perfect circles and symmetrical compositions all over the place now that you know what radial balance is. Remember that, while obtaining the best Composition in a picture is always a photographer's aim, there are no rules! Have fun looking for balanced symmetry in this largely asymmetrical environment. ‘TEXT: SANGHIT MISHRA SEPTEMBER 2001.59‘TIPS AND TECHS BEST BOOKS & ONLINE RESOURCES FOR SHUTTERBUGS If you're a passionate photographer, you know very well how difficult it is to find your space and reach any type of success. Anything you can find online or offline to help you out in your career is highly useful, whether it’s a book, or an app, or even just a piece of advice by any professional photographer. Photography industry is extremely competitive, and pretty much any person who owns a good camera can become your challenger. On the other hand, it’s not simple to earn from your work and Mave a good life unless you're a professional in your genre. That's why we researched this topic for all our readers out there, and all of our data is available in this article. In the first part of this article, we will break down the best photography books you could read to improve the quality of your work. In the second part, we will talk about the online resources available to you at your fingertips. The Digital Photography Book by Scott Kelby ce SJ This book is beautifully writen and simple to understand, Wel for some photographers it wil take some time to st 0 this ype of book because there are may jokes in {and the writers basicaly writing the way he thinks. He puts down inthe book whatever comes to his head ‘Such wiring helps the vrtr to make the book easy for readers and ‘aso setup a friendly connection with the book and to understand the book with ease. There are so many great reviews about the book, and people al are very happy with the outcome it Pe cen] had on their mage. I's a must-read for every beginner Important Notice: Make sure to vead both the volume 1 and 2. 60. ASIAN PHOTOGRAPHYThe Photographer's Eye: Composition and Design MICHAEL FREEMAN for Better Digital Photos by THE PHOTOGRAPHER'S ‘EVE! Michael Freeman ‘Ceresten an Des eter itl as Everyone has the quality to observe something diferent and beauti. ‘whether i's a natural sight, place, or person. What distinguishes professional photographers from beginners is the {quality to acknowiedge the frame for a ‘reat image while having a great sense Cf how to frame the subject into one beautiful image. This book will reshape your brain land your eye to grow your focus from the first instant you notice a subject to the final frame you would like to capture, Light: Science and Magic: An Introduction to Photographic Lighting by Fil Hunter, Steven Biver, Paul Fuqua ‘The knowledge to understand light and its effects on your final results is another quality which separates professionals from beginners. ‘The writer explains everything that’s essential to know, starting from diffusion, polarized reflection, and direct reflection, \while providing proper examples for setups. You can read everything you need ‘to know about lightning in photography in lust 300 pages. ‘Once you utilise the knowledge from this book, your most essential step in taking great images should be the preparation, will grow fantastically. You'll know even before you capture the image What's required for your photograph to be of better quality. SEPTEMBER 2021.61The Moment It Clicks: Photography Secrets from One of the World’s Top Shooters by Joe McNally Joe McNally is one of the best photographers in ths industry. He has worked for Nat Geo, Time Magazine, and Sports Illustrated, Which adds to the legitimacy of his work. As a reader, you will get a chance to acquire these secrets from ‘an expert who devoted his professional life to photography. Many of the Fortune 500 companies are among his clients. Every teaching in this book starts with a personal experience. The ‘second part in every story is made from an example; the image will be there to represent the teaching. In the end, he explains the method ‘and gear used to take the image. se The Camera by Ansel Adams ANSEL ADAMS Tyevters standart panne trap from an artist on many different methods which makes a great The Camera photographer. The work of Ansel Adams is recognisable everywhere Bound the world, and his knowledge i of great value, even for ‘experienced professionals out there ttl help you to visualise te ial version of your image in advance, which makes the capturing process much easier. There's ‘iso a valuable lsson ito the technique of selecting te ight lens, shutter speed, aperture, and many other things. If you'e using a digital SLR or minoless, some amount of knowledge is outot-date, but the methods and leaming behind his work are stl highly valuable fora better learning of the whole actvty and what makes the photograph great. inthe second haf of this atl, wel look atone tools that wll } make your photography simpler and your learning cure shorter. THE ANSEL ADAMS PHOTOGRAPHY SERIES 1 Digital Photography School This online school is not free of cost. They provide many different genres to select from, starting from portrait photography all the way to landscape photography. These courses of study are focussed to different skill levels, so everyone could follow. All te courses are accompanied with eBooks to give a fullfledge experience. The most notable course they offers 31 Days to Become a Better Photographer. 62 ASIAN PHOTOGRAPHYAll About Photo Their website is made for everyone who wants to connect to the world ‘of photography. Whether you're just beginning out your photography work Cr you're an experienced professional or if you're a hobbyist or even a normal viewer, ths site is for you. pa They focus on the investigating (on everything which is related to photography. They have their monthly distributed magazine (AAP Magazine), and they have a yearly competition called The Mind's Eye Dooce ube 0 00 wer on ram I's not only good for leaming but also a good site for earning too. Popular Photography Popular Photography has its ‘own website and a YouTube channel Photography Pro. They offer great {quality content in various diferent forms. Theie YouTube videos are of high ‘quailty with highly useful methods and skils explained in them, The great partis how i's really effortless to follow their tips & tricks and the best partis that everything is tree of cost! Nowadays, it's much simple to get into the world of photography than two or three decades ago. There are countless number of resources waiting for you, and the best partis that you don't have to break the bank to learn these methods or skills; a couple of good books and affordable online resources can do the work just fine. TEXT: SANCHIT MISHRA EMBER2001. 63TIPS AND TECHS Difference between Despite the fact that they serve the same purpose, vibrance and saturation are not the same. You may not obtain the best results if you use them alternately. Fortunately, distinguishing between them isn’t all that difficult. r ‘Saturation brings out the best in every colour in an image. You'l obtain an extremely vivid image it you move the saturation slider all the way to the right. In terms of colour, your results will be nearly cartoonish, When you move the saturation slider all the way to the left, you'll get an image with almost little colour. Simply said, saturation may diminish colours and tum them to black and white. AA saturation slider is an ordinary tool in all kinds of post processing software, including: + Photoshop + Lightroom + Snapseed + PicsArt (64, ASIAN PHOTOGRAPHY se: ce SE Vibrance brings out certain colours in a picture. It identifies ‘muted or undersaturated colours and enhances their visibility, ‘All of the subdued colours in your image will be altered if you move the vibrance slider all the way to the right. They wil draw attention to themselves and balance out your image. The colours in your image that are already saturated will not be altered, In the portrait photography genre, the vibrance tool is highly Useful. Its great for altering skin tones because i's selective when it comes to enhancing colours. The vibrance too, ke the saturation tool, is accessible in most editing applications. ‘So, what should you do if you utilise the vibrance andsaturation tools interchangeably? Is it better to use vibrance or saturation? Is it required to alter both? ‘You must understand when and how to apply vibrance and saturation. You'llbe able to employ vibrance and saturation more successfully in your work if you acquire a feel for them. Keep in mind that one ig not an alternative to the other. Using them interchangeably may have a negative impact on your image. ‘Another thing to remember s to maintain a sense of balance. ‘To get the most out of your settings, you should have complete control over them. To prevent your photograph from appearing Unattractive, use changes that are flattering. Many variables influence whether you utilise vibrance or saturation: The type of image you're post-processing + The conditions + Your personal taste If you want to make your photographs appear more colourful in general, you may use the saturation slider. f your photos appear to be lacking in colour in general, this toot will make them stand out if your picture's general colour balance is off, you could benefit {rom tiising the vibrance tool. thas the ablit to bring out subdued colours and make your photos more aestheticaly attractive. It is highly recommended for everyone to try both sliders to determine which one best compliments your work. When it comes to colour correction, there are no hard and fast rues. it all depends on your preferences. Veen es ong SEPTEMBER2001 65es Adjustment of Skin Tones in Portrait Photography Vibrance amples the intensity of subdued colours, making » ideal tool rat photographers. Assume you have a portrait photograph that was taken on ‘a foggy day. Because its uniform and gentle, the lighting may be ideal. Your model's skin is lawiess. However, because there isn't alot of warmth in the image, some colours may appear ull Vibrance will boost the strength of the subdued colours while leaving the rich ones alone, Even if you move the slider al the way to 100, the results will stil be acceptable. Hf you do the same thing with the saturation slider, your model's skin will likely become quite unattractive. When altering portrait photographs, is recommended to avoid using the saturation too! in general Saturation and Vibrance Adjustment in Landscape Photography Saturation and Vibrance are very important in landscape photography. Many photographers use these tools to edit High Dynamic Range (HDR) images as well as standard landscape photos. When youuse these tools for landscape picture editing, you may be much more versatile. Using the Vibrance Slider The vibrance tool made a small but noticeable differen The subdued colours, as shown in the image above, stand Be a out a litle more, Because of this itle modification, the image appears more balanced and interesting. The vibrance too! should be used if your image is already fairly needs alittle boost. Using the Saturation Slider Reset the modifications made by the vibrance slider and he saturation tool. The outcomes will be much Clearer. All of the colours in the photograph were altered, resulting in a more visually appealing image. ‘AI of the colours in the landscape were muted by the clouds. Saturation boosts the strength of all colours ina picture. It proved to be more successful than the vibrance tool in such situation, work with Conclusion ‘So, should you use vibrance or saturation? The difference between vibrance and saturation is subtie, but itis crucial to Understand, With one of these toots it's simple to go overboard. The vibrance tool is appropriate for portrait photography since it does not make skin tones appear unnatural. The saturation tool has the ability to transform landscape pictures into eye-catching works of art. In some situations, combining vibrance and saturation might help you improve your photos, Trust your creative instincts and experiment with different settings. All of these items will assist you in properly editing your pictures. 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The Z fc has a much more conventional, vintage look than the Z50, with several distinctive physical controls on the body, including separate dials for regulating ISO, shutter speed, and exposure compensation. Nikon Z fc has a 20.9 megapixel APS-C sensor, 209 AF pixels, an expandable ISO range of 100 - 51200, Iifps burst shooting AF/ AE tracking, an EXPEED 6 processor, an LCD with an LCD touch-angle, a 2360k-dot EVF, 4K UHD video recording at 30p, Live Streaming Supports, Snapbridge and Wi-Fi, and a lighter body. The Z fc has the same Z lens mount as Nikon's full-frame sensor cameras, thus it can use the same Z branded FX lenses, but with a 1.5x crop factor. The Nikon Z fc is now available for 784,995 for the body only, %1,05,995 with the Nikkor Z 28mm f/2.8 (SE) Lens, and % 97,995 with the Nikkor Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR (Silver) Lens, 66 ASIAN PHOTOGRAPHYThe camera is as antique as they get in terms of style, body, and feel and the look indicates that itis a tribute to the Nikon F series designs, such as the Nikon FM1, 2, and FE. And talking about Nikon's F series, which looked great and performed admirably. So, it Is clear that Nikon is aiming to appease those individuals in this case as well and of course, with the success of Ful who has truly nailed the vintage look with outstanding performa bbe sure that this will be popular with In terms of build quality, the Nikon Z fc features a magnesium body as well as aluminum ultlised in the camera, which feels good and sturdy. It weights around 4445 gms withthe batteries and lens and feels great and substantial in the hand, ‘though it lacks side grips, the relatively bulky design provides a greater grip than normal Top: The top has a well-organized arrangement, with the Or/Oft button Con the right, a well as the shutter and exposure compensation dials. There's also a dedicated video recording button, which Is a great addition, as well as a tiny display that indicates the camera's aperture. The ISO dial, as well as the ‘modes toggle, are located on the left. SEPTEMBER 2001. 69‘though the camera has a hot shoe, it does not have a pop-up flash. Rear: At the back, there's a S-inch completely articulating screen with a 1040k resolution, as well as a playback/ delete button and a view switcher. The shutter ring is located on the right, with ‘other recognizable controls like as the info and 4-way toggle buttons. Front and Side: On the front, there is a stunning clean design that flashes the name Nikon and the Z fe at you. Nikon has also utilised the same typetace as they used on the F series camera, which is aclever technique to use. There Is one ccustom button as well as the aperture fing. On the side, there is a Mini HDMI port as well as a USB charging C port. Bottom: At the bottom, there is a battery slot as well as one SD card slot that ‘supports UHS 1 ‘Nikon excels in the camera design sector overall. It is a retro-style camera, but it also contains al ofthe necessities, that consumers require. Typically, manufacturers keep such designs, ‘simple, which means you have to go the extra step of utilising the fast menu to access functions. 70 ASIANPHOTOGRAPHY When it comes to the sensor, this ‘camera practically has the same sensor ‘as the Nikon Z50, and most people mistake it for a 250 with a different appearance. It is equipped with a 2i-megapixel APS-C sensor and 200 ‘autofocus points in the single-point AF mode. The cameras driven by the same Expeed 6 processor as the 250. The EVF is an OLED display that fils the whole frame and has a resolution of 2.3 milion dots. Unfortunately, there isn't much clarification on the refresh rate yet, but in our testing, we didn't notice any latency in anything, The Z fc use the same battery as the 250 and, according to the CIPA certification, can provide 300 photos per charge. However, it can be charged through USB Type-C, which is a nice thing because it lessens the strain of charging, The autofocus tracking is borrowed from the Z series, which employs a large AF-Area to track the target. The technology works well in both the Z series and this camera. ‘The camera is and functions similarly to any other Nikon camera in terms of image quai. It produces pictures that are crisp and clear. The saturation and tone range are good and attractive to the eye, as everyone is accustomed to with Nikon images. The low-light photos are also quite nice, but it does search for focus occasionally, very litle, but most of the time itis bang on. In terms of ISO performance, the le-camera produces photos that are easily acceptable up to 3200. However, as the example photos show, noise begins to appear at 6400, In terms of video capability, the ‘camera can shoot 4K at up to 30 fps, but it lacks integrated image stabilization, which may be a disadvantage given that itis likely aimed at vioggers. The good news is that it shoots 4K without cropping, It also does not have the ability to watch on an external output, although this should not be a problem becausemost vioggers or users of this camera would not utilise such things. The ‘camera's video performance is excellent It focuses quickly, produces high-quality results, and there isn't anything to ‘complain about in this department. ‘So, what are our thoughts on the Nikon Ze? Interms of style, appearance, land usage, it ranks quite high on our list. In terms of performance, it can undoubtedly offer nice sharp photos as well as good video. It does not allow you to shoot with an external screen, but do not believe that most customers in this category are searching for it However, we are con the cost. The Nikkor Z OX 1 1/3.5-633 VR (Silver lens costs € 97,995, while the Nikkor Z 28mm 12.8 (SE) lens costs € 1,05,995, with the body alone ‘costing € 84,995, Customers inthis price range may be interested in investing in an entry-level full frame camera, lke as the Z5, fora few thousand dollars more for the body only. While the performance Of this 22mm is excellent, as itis an 1/2.8 lens, which means it isn't a quick lens for has a very narrow depth of focus. AS a consequence, we'd prefer to use this ‘camera with an #/1.8 lens. So, as time passes and t price of this camera begins to fall gradually, we believe it makes more sense to invest in it, Because it will be a wondertul investment as a stan combined with a nice lens at the time, ero desig, ncomrtable gp ad less weight th ina, ena plans ed Good image quay butte expensive TEXT: BHAVYA DESAI IMAGES: SUIAY J SHATANANDACAMERA REVIEW ujifilm X-E4 The Fujifilm X-E4 is a lightweight, rangefinder-style camera with a 26MP APS-C sensor that works with the company’s X-mount lens family. The X-E4 is marketed as a fun-to-use and compact photography companion and it is the smallest X-mount camera on the market, inviting you to carry it with you everywhere you go. The X-E4 inherits a lot of the goodies from the most current Fujifilm cameras, including improved autofocus, respectable video specifications, and very outstanding burst shooting rates, thanks to Fujifilm’s newest sensor and CPU combination. And if you shoot JPEG, you now have access to eighteen of Fujifilm’s outstanding film simulations. The X-E4 is priced at 74,999 for body only The X-E4 is similar to the Fujifilm X-S10 and much like the X-T4 except for the lack of image stabilization. Is it good enough to be considered for your future camera purchase? Read on to find out Key Specifications: 26MP APS-C sensor with X-Trans colour filter array 3.0" tilting touchscreen with 162M dots (can tilt up 180 degrees) 236M-dot electronic viewfinder, (0.62x magnification DCI 4K/30p, 4:2.0, 8-bit internal video recording (422 10-bit over HDMI out) Full HD video at up to 240p, for 10x slow motion 8 fps burst shooting with ‘mechanical shutter (20 fps with electronic) IPA rated to 460 shots per charge (NP-W126S battery pack) 12mm x 73mm x33mm 3649 (12.902)