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DxO PureRAW 4: Now With A Full Sized Preview
PureRAW 4 from DxO is faster with better image quality and has a killer new feature. Check it out.
My Feature Requests For Lightroom
Lightroom, Lightroom Classic and Lightroom Mobile are all powerful image browsers and editors, but they aren't perfect. Let's see what I would like them to add.
Lightroom Local File Update. No More Catalogues!
Adobe have just made local file browsing possible from within Lightroom. This update opens up a new way of working with Lightroom and will address two long standing complaints about traditional Lightroom workflows.
DxO PureRAW 3 workflow with Lightroom Classic
Processing a raw image in DxO PureRAW from Lightroom Classic is a little different than you may be used to. Let us show you how to do it.
Manual Exposure with Auto ISO
Learn a fantastic exposure technique for action photography. What is floating ISO? How do you use it? When do you use it?
Adobe AI Denoise Vs DxO DeepPRIME XD
See how Adobe's new AI powered Denoise algorithm stacks up against the class leading DxO DeepPRIME XD technology found in PhotoLab and PureRAW
Will AI Destroy Photography? The Impact of AI on the Future of Photos?
Artificial Intelligence is here to stay, and the art of photography is certainly going to be affected. Let’s discuss what it means for the future of photography.
DxO DeepPRIME vs DeepPRIME XD
DxO have recently added a DeepPRIME XD (eXtra Detail) algorithm to their raw processing software. Lets see how it compares to the regular DeepPRIME
How To Backup Your Photos Locally With GoodSync
Learn how to use GoodSync as part of your photography backup strategy. Use it to replicate your photos between two local drives.
How To Backup Your Photos
Having a solid file backup strategy is essential for any photographer. See how you can easily impliment your own 3-2-1 backup plan.
DxO PureRAW 3: What’s New
Take a look a what's new in DxO PureRAW 3 and see if it is worth the upgrade.
The Software I Use
A list of the photography software I use in 2024 and an explanation of what I use each application for.
How to use Topaz Photo AI with Lightroom RAW Files
Let us show you the correct way to open a RAW file in Topaz Photo AI (yes, there is a wrong way!)
My 2023 Photography Workflow
Take a dive into how I process my images in 2023. See how I do things so you can create a workflow that works for you.
DxO PhotoLab 6 First Looks
Today my favourite RAW converter, DxO PhotoLab, got an update to version 6 Let’s see what’s new I will be doing a deep-dive into the new features soon – so make sure you keep your eye out for that 🙂…
DxO PureRaw 2: A Better Version of PureRAW
DxO just released a new version of PureRAW. Using plenty of imagination, they called it PureRAW2. I purchased it pretty quickly. Read on to find out why What is DxO PureRAW 2? If I told you that PureRAW is a…
DxO PureRAW: Class Leading Noise Reduction and Optical Corrections for Your RAW Photos
DxO have always done two things really well when it comes to RAW conversion: Noise Reduction and Optical Corrections. With the release of their latest software, DxO PureRaw, you can take advantage of these two aspects of RAW conversion, while…
Easy Black and White Photography with DxO Silver Efex Pro
Learn the basics of how to get fantastic Black and White photos with Silver Efex Pro.
Nikon Z7II for Wildlife Photography
The Nikon Z7 II isn't really touted as a camera suitable for Wildlife Photography - but lets see what it can do.
On1 NoNoise AI vs Topaz Denoise AI & DxO DeepPRIME
On1 have recently released their AI noise reduction algorithm called On1 NoNoise. Let's see how it stacks up agains Topaz DeNoise AI and DxO DeepPRIME
Photoshop’s Super Resolution Explained and Compared
Adobe recently released an update to their ‘Adobe Camera Raw’ PhotoShop module that had a new feature that caught my interest. They call it ‘Super Resolution’. And it works well. Very well! What Is Super Resolution? Put simply, Super Resolution…
Smoother Backgrounds With Topaz DeNoise AI
In my recent comparison between DxO’s new DeepPRIME vs Topaz DeNoise AI, it was clear that DeNoise AI doesn’t do as well with smooth backgrounds. You can read the DeepPrime vs DeNoise AI comparison here The Problem As you can…
Long Exposure Photography: The Basics
Long exposure photography is a great way to create visually stunning images that can almost transcend reality. Learn how to do it with Square Pixel Photography. What Is Long Exposure Photography? What’s in a name? In this case… the answer…
Should You Buy a DSLR or Mirrorless Camera in 2021?
Mirrorless cameras have been around for a few years now and the market is starting to get more mature. Most of the major players have several models to choose from, ranging from entry level to professional models. If you’re entering…
DxO PhotoLab 4’s Second Best New Feature
When DxO released the latest version of their PhotoLab software, there was much fanfare surrounding the DeepPRIME noise reduction software. It is now my go-to RAW converter when dealing with noisy images. (DeepPRIME is PhotoLab 4’s #1 new feature) However,…
Should You Buy An M1 Mac for Photography?
Apple have just realised their new Apple Silicone M1 chips. Let's discuss how suitable they are for photography.
Mac vs PC for Photography
Before we get into this article, just a warning: If you hold strong opinions on the Mac vs PC debate this article may cause you to feel rage. This article is designed for those who genuinely don’t know weather they…
DxO PhotoLab 4 DeepPRIME Noise Reduction vs Topaz AI
For the past 12 months or so Topaz DeNoise AI has, in my opinion, reigned supreme when it comes to noise reduction. Nothing has been able to touch it in terms of both noise reduction and detail retention. Today (21st…
DxO PhotoLab 4 Integration with Lightroom
PhotoLab 4 is a RAW converter with class-leading optical correction and noise reduction algorithms. If you want to take advantage of this, but use Lightroom as your primary image catalogue you can do so pretty easily. We’ll show you how.…
Sharpening Noisy Images. How To Combine Noise Reduction with Sharpening
Sharpening a noisy image needs to be done very carefully to avoid making the noise worse. Learn how in this article.