Aperture, the more you know the better you will be with your photography. Let’s clarify some terminology before we go forward because I am going to be saying sharp and out of focus quite a bit. What is sharp and what is in focus? Sharp and in focus is what I am right now. I […]
Are Expensive Lenses a WASTE OF MONEY? Sigma 50mm vs Panasonic 50mm Lens Comparison!
Today on the Slanted Lens we are taking a look at the Sigma 50mm 1.4 lens compared to the Panasonic Lumix s Pro 50mm 1.4 lens. Both of these lenses are L mount lenses, which is kind of becoming a bigger deal as time goes on – Panasonic has L mount cameras, Sigma has L […]
How Aperture Shapes Lens Flare, and Other Lens Flare Tips
A lens flare is the streak or streaks of light that appear across your frame when light enters the lens. It can look really interesting, or it can look really bad. Today on The Slanted Lens, you’ll learn how to make them look good. Be sure to shop our affiliate links to help support The […]
Change Your Feet to Change Your Perspective: Photo Video Tutorial
Hi, this is Jay P. Morgan. Today I wanted to talk to you about an easy way to change the look of your photos. I’m shooting my brother’s headshots. He’s a realtor here in Los Angeles, so we headed out to MacArthur Park to get some nice images with the L.A. skyline in the background. […]
Lens Review- Tamron 90mm & 85mm
Hi, this is Jay P. Morgan. Today on The Slanted Lens we’re going to review two lenses from Tamron (http://bit.ly/20zf8lV). First, a remake of their 90mm 2.8 macro. And secondly, a brand new 85mm 1.8 prime. These lenses are fabulous. Let’s talk about why I love them. First, the remake of the Tamron 90mm macro. Their old 90mm […]
Photo/Video Trends – March 2016
Sign up for my Lighting on Location workshop! Space is very limited so sign up today. Hi this is Jay P. Morgan. Today on The Slanted Lens in the March episode of Photo/Video Trends, Lars Lindstrom and I are discussing the latest news and reviews. We share our take on the Oscars, as well as talk about some fun […]
Lens Rental Review- Bokeh Fire
Hi this is Jay P. Morgan. Today on The Slanted Lens I’m going to talk about a new service from Bokeh Fire. They’re a new sponsor here at The Slanted Lens. They’re basically Netflix for lenses. You simply sign up online, choose which monthly subscription you want. And then you choose the lens you want them to ship to you. They have Canon and Nikon lenses. I […]
What Lens to Buy Next
What’s the next lens I should buy after the kit lens that came with my camera?