David Williams, Author at DIY Photography https://www.diyphotography.net/author/david-williams/ Your one stop shop for everything photo-video Sun, 28 May 2023 13:16:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.2 Comparing iPhone 13 vs iPhone 14 for astrophotography https://www.diyphotography.net/comparing-iphone-13-vs-iphone-14-for-astrophotography/ https://www.diyphotography.net/comparing-iphone-13-vs-iphone-14-for-astrophotography/#respond Sun, 28 May 2023 13:16:59 +0000 https://www.diyphotography.net/?p=196271 The best camera is the one you have with you, or so the old saying goes. That statement has never been more powerful than now. I recently took a break from Adobe MAX to hit the desert for a short adventure with Russell Brown from Adobe. I wanted to shoot some star trails with a […]

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]]> https://www.diyphotography.net/comparing-iphone-13-vs-iphone-14-for-astrophotography/feed/ 0 Insta360 One RS 1-inch: changing the game in 360 low light photography https://www.diyphotography.net/insta360-one-rs-1-inch-changing-the-game-in-360-low-light-photography/ https://www.diyphotography.net/insta360-one-rs-1-inch-changing-the-game-in-360-low-light-photography/#comments Sat, 06 May 2023 18:37:26 +0000 https://www.diyphotography.net/?p=204173 The Insta360 One RS 1-Inch 360 Edition (here) is a game-changer in the world of low light photography. With its advanced technology, this camera is capable of capturing stunning images even in the most challenging lighting conditions. It’s not new on the scene, but I wanted to test it in challenging conditions. In this blog […]

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]]> https://www.diyphotography.net/insta360-one-rs-1-inch-changing-the-game-in-360-low-light-photography/feed/ 2 ON1 Sky Swap AI 2023 versus Adobe Photoshop Sky replacement https://www.diyphotography.net/on1-sky-swap-ai-2023-versus-adobe-photoshop-sky-replacement/ https://www.diyphotography.net/on1-sky-swap-ai-2023-versus-adobe-photoshop-sky-replacement/#comments Wed, 03 May 2023 14:55:24 +0000 https://www.diyphotography.net/?p=203333 ON1 have released their latest software, ON1 Sky Swap AI 2023, competing directly with the powerhouse that is Adobe. Sky Replacement has been a feature of Adobe Photoshop for some time now and uses Adobe Sensei, the AI engine in Adobe, to create a mask. It only seemed right that we put these two pieces […]

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]]> https://www.diyphotography.net/on1-sky-swap-ai-2023-versus-adobe-photoshop-sky-replacement/feed/ 2 The Xencelabs Pen Display 24 is silent, glare-free retouching tablet https://www.diyphotography.net/the-xencelabs-pen-display-24-is-silent-glare-free-retouching-tablet/ https://www.diyphotography.net/the-xencelabs-pen-display-24-is-silent-glare-free-retouching-tablet/#respond Wed, 22 Mar 2023 17:35:42 +0000 https://www.diyphotography.net/?p=203952 Xencelabs, a company that I really appreciate in the graphics tablets scene, just announced a new product: the Xencelabs Pen Display 24 Studio Series. This 24-inch graphics tablet display builds upon elements from their first generation of graphics tablets. The Quick Keys are still a prominent feature, but to stand out from the crowd, the hottest […]

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]]> https://www.diyphotography.net/the-xencelabs-pen-display-24-is-silent-glare-free-retouching-tablet/feed/ 0 DIYP reviews the Vallerret Markhof Pro V3 – Winter Photography Gloves https://www.diyphotography.net/vallerret-markhof-pro-v3/ https://www.diyphotography.net/vallerret-markhof-pro-v3/#respond Mon, 13 Mar 2023 20:13:03 +0000 https://www.diyphotography.net/?p=200854 Staying warm in cold weather is essential for maximum creativity. The warmer you are, the longer you can stay out in the cold, maximizing on compositions and conditions. It’s important that you’re able to keep your fingers nimble and warm as your hands, along with your feet and the back of your neck, are where […]

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]]> https://www.diyphotography.net/vallerret-markhof-pro-v3/feed/ 0 The future of photography is computational mobile phones – a case study https://www.diyphotography.net/the-future-of-photography-is-computational-mobile-phones-a-case-study/ https://www.diyphotography.net/the-future-of-photography-is-computational-mobile-phones-a-case-study/#comments Sat, 11 Mar 2023 12:56:12 +0000 https://www.diyphotography.net/?p=203154 Mobile photography has made huge advances in recent years. Time and again, we see great photos shot on mobile phones. We even see images #ShotOniPhone decorating large-scale advertising. The technological developments we see in smartphone cameras blow our minds each and every time. It’s not just about the phone manufacturers. It’s turning into a huge […]

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]]> https://www.diyphotography.net/the-future-of-photography-is-computational-mobile-phones-a-case-study/feed/ 1 how I went viral photographing strangers https://www.diyphotography.net/how-i-went-viral-photographing-strangers/ https://www.diyphotography.net/how-i-went-viral-photographing-strangers/#comments Sun, 12 Feb 2023 18:08:32 +0000 https://www.diyphotography.net/?p=200862 When you first see Dino, he’s quite an unassuming Italian gentleman armed with a camera. Let me assure you, though, Dino Serrao is someone whose photos you’ve seen before. His Instagram bio says that he’s ‘traveling the world to make an impact’, and he’s doing exactly that. I was fortunate enough to connect with Dino […]

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]]> https://www.diyphotography.net/how-i-went-viral-photographing-strangers/feed/ 1 Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lens – Hands-On Review https://www.diyphotography.net/sigma-20mm-f-1-4-dg-dn-art-lens-hands-on-review/ https://www.diyphotography.net/sigma-20mm-f-1-4-dg-dn-art-lens-hands-on-review/#respond Sun, 29 Jan 2023 18:06:16 +0000 https://www.diyphotography.net/?p=199815 Astrophotography is the answer. The question is, “what does this lens excel at?” I’ve proven it by being able to use it to film the northern lights in real-time, paired with the Sony A7S III. I’ve also tested the L-mount version of this lens with the Sigma FP-L. I have to say that in both […]

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]]> https://www.diyphotography.net/sigma-20mm-f-1-4-dg-dn-art-lens-hands-on-review/feed/ 0 The ultimate gear guide for filming the Northern Lights https://www.diyphotography.net/the-ultimate-gear-guide-for-filming-the-northern-lights/ https://www.diyphotography.net/the-ultimate-gear-guide-for-filming-the-northern-lights/#respond Wed, 11 Jan 2023 11:53:43 +0000 https://www.diyphotography.net/?p=199214 The aurora borealis (AKA Northern Lights) is high on the bucket list for many travelers and photographers. It’s no surprise so many people want to see this incredible natural light show. Once you’ve seen it, the captivating feeling leaves you wanting more. But what gear is the best for shooting the northern lights? You’d need […]

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]]> https://www.diyphotography.net/the-ultimate-gear-guide-for-filming-the-northern-lights/feed/ 0 The Best AI Software for Portraits in 2022 https://www.diyphotography.net/the-best-ai-software-for-portraits-in-2022/ https://www.diyphotography.net/the-best-ai-software-for-portraits-in-2022/#respond Wed, 21 Dec 2022 07:50:36 +0000 https://www.diyphotography.net/?p=198315 AI is here to make our lives easier while getting stronger editing. And it’s improving on a day-to-day basis. So far, we’ve compared AI Upscaling, AI Sharpening, and AI Noise Removal. The results have been quite interesting. AI is driven by Machine Learning (ML), which is in a constant state of flux. The algorithm is […]

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