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APS-C vs. Full-Frame: When Sensor Size Matters

A lot has been written about the differences between Full-Frame (FF) and crop (DX, APS-C) sensors. The difference in features and functions can get complicated. In this article, I’ll explain these features using practical examples and take a look at the advantages of each system, and where they fall short.

Digital Panning in Zoner Photo Studio X

Panning is an effect photographers use to emphasize movement. The photographer tracks the moving subject and then presses the shutter button at the exact right moment. The main subject remains sharp, while everything around it is blurred. Let’s take a look at how to recreate this effect in photos with a static background.

Travel Photography: Where to go in January

The new year has just begun and you’re already brainstorming where to go on your next photography trip. January is not a popular month for vacations. It’s cold, you’re recovering from all the holiday spending, and you want to save your vacation time for the summer. All this negativity is just the reason you should go somewhere for a getaway. You can venture somewhere warm and exotic or embrace the cold and snow deep in the mountains.

The Most-Read Articles of 2024: What Our Readers Loved Most

2024 is over and we’re looking back at your favorite articles in Learn Photography. The ones that spoke to you most, that you enjoyed to the fullest, and those that helped you improve your photography skills. Whether it was useful tips for taking pictures with your phone, tips for photography gear, or new tools in Zoner Photo Studio X, these are the topics that kept our readers most engaged during 2024.

Zoner Photo Studio X Step by Step. Part 1: How to Import Photos

Are you just getting started with Zoner Photo Studio X? In the first part of this series, we’ll teach you how to activate ZPS X, access your photos, and effectively import, browse, and select your photos. Get your pictures ready for editing and discover how to use this powerful tool for editing and managing your photos. Also, learn how you can simplify your workflow thanks to smart AI features in ZPS X.

5 Ways to Enhance Contrast in Your Photography

Enhancing exposure and contrast in your photos are among the most basic adjustments. There are many options for adjusting exposure and contrast in Zoner Photo Studio X. You can choose between several possible techniques for contrast alone. Check out these techniques and get rid of dull images once and for all.

How to Use Rembrandt Lighting or Chiaroscuro in Your Photography

The term chiaroscuro comes from the Italian words chiaro (light) and scuro (dark). It’s a lighting technique that results in dramatic contrast between light and dark. As a result, our attention is drawn to the illuminated object, while the rest of the scene is immersed in darkness. This fine arts technique is seen in photography and can help us work with light in a better, more focused way.

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