Photo Art from Science

The best way to attach a camera or a lens to tripods, monopods, and gimbals is with an Arca-Swiss mount. Here's everything you need to know.

Detailed analysis of using the Nikkor 500mm PF lens with the Sigma TC-1401 teleconverter. Excellent results, with minor focus challenges.

Detailed review of Nikkor 500mm f/5.6 PF. Includes MTF50 resolution, infrared response, focus speed measurement, Sigma teleconverter use.

How to update Photoshop CS4 to use your new camera's raw files. Don't get stuck with jpeg. Adobe abandoned CS4, but there's still a way.

If you assume that any copies of the same camera lens model perform equally well, you'd be wrong. Learn different ways to compare lenses.

The history and science behind how lens coatings stop reflections. Modern lenses wouldn't exist without these coatings.

Comparison between Topaz DeNoise AI and Lightroom for both sharpening and noise removal. Find out if the extra effort of Topaz is worth it.

A detailed review of the DSTE battery grip and infrared remote for the Nikon D7000. DSTE makes grips for many Nikon and Canon camera models.

Find out how much sharper Topaz DeNoise AI can make photos appear. Use actual resolution measurement feedback to optimize it.

Review of Topaz Labs DeNoise AI version 3.4.2, which includes improved AI engine efficiency, improved raw support, and GUI additions.