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What are the differences between compact and SLR cameras?

May 27, 2016 - by Burak Arik
Yes, SLR cameras are much larger and heavier than other compact cameras. Especially when you go out very early in the morning to explore the city you're visiting, after a certain time you feel that the weight of camera has increased exponentially. So, why photographers endure this difficulties?
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The Camera Gear that I Use

May 27, 2016 - by Burak Arik
Many of my friends ask about which photographic equipments do I use. In this article, I try to share my experience on my stuff like camera body, lenses, tripod, filters, flash...
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Depth Of Field Calculator

May 27, 2016 - by Burak Arik
Depth of field (DOF) is the amount of distance between the nearest and farthest objects that appear in acceptably sharp focus in a photo. For the image above, we can consider 'infinity' is sharp for the nearest object, and the 'using' for the farthest object. The distance between these two words is dof. But how we can calculate dof?
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Drone Photography For New Point of Views

Nov 5, 2017 - by Burak Arik
Drones, which enable you to capture unique photos with entirely new points of view, are becoming more and more popular every day. But how can you choose your new drone for photography? What decision criteria should you take into consideration? I'm trying to address these questions as a new drone enthusiast in my new blog post.
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My Photography Workflow and The Software I Use

Jan 7, 2020 - by Burak Arik
Photography workflow is an end-to-end system of working with digital images, from capture to delivery. It is comprised of a series of inter-connected steps developed by photographers to simplify and standardize their work. In this short article I summarize how do I manage my process and what software I use.
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DSLR vs Mirrorless: The Ultimate Camera Decision

March 23, 2023 - by Burak Arik
This guide explores the critical choice between DSLR and mirrorless cameras, focusing on the key difference of their viewfinders. It contrasts the real-time, natural view of DSLRs' optical viewfinders with the advanced, feature-rich electronic viewfinders of mirrorless cameras. The guide discusses the advantages of each, like the lag-free experience and infinite resolution of optical viewfinders, against the digital precision and creative previews of electronic ones. It also delves into other considerations like size, autofocus, battery life, and lens availability. Aimed at both new and seasoned photographers, it provides comprehensive insights to inform this pivotal decision in the photographic journey.
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Embracing Change: My Transition from Canon 5D Mark IV to Fujifilm X-T5

November 23, 2023 - by Burak Arik
Embarking on a poignant journey, I bid farewell to my trusted Canon gear after 16 years of capturing memories. The Canon5D Mark IV showed its age, the weight became a burden, and my passion waned. Enter Fujifilm's XT-5—a lightweight muse that rekindled creativity. Switching to APS-C didn't compromise image quality. With versatile lenses, new adventures await in this classic Fuji world.