Tips and Tricks

Worth Checking Out – Luminar Jupiter

Posted by timfordphoto | Apr 26, 2018 | Tips and Tricks |

I’ve been using Skylum Software’s Luminar for a few months now and I think it’s at a point now where I’d suggest giving it a try. You can buy it to own for just $59!

Using an Atomos Ninja with the Canon 5D Mark IV

Posted by timfordphoto | Jan 26, 2018 | Latest, Tips and Tricks |

I recently got my hands on a Canon 5D Mark IV (upgraded from a Mark II) and one thing that I was eager to try on it was recording to an external HDMI device, specifically the affordable Atomos Ninja 2 HDMI recorder. The Ninja 2 is, in short, a portable HDMI recorder that records up to 1080/30p/60i resolution directly from your camera’s sensor. Your camera is saved from wear and tear and you get better video quality in the Ninja 2. So how does it work with the 5D Mark IV? Find out…

Setting Up a Photo Booth Using an SLR and Tethering Software

Posted by timfordphoto | Dec 8, 2017 | Latest, Tips and Tricks, Tutorials |

I was recently asked to put together a photo booth for an event at work. I needed to use equipment that I had on-hand and I thought my solution might help someone out who needs to do something similar (maybe at a wedding), so I decided to document how I solved the problem.