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Read: Life in the Wild Part 6: Finding Wildlife in your Local Area [video]
In part 6 of our Life in the Wild series, Tom Mason shares his top tips for finding great locations to photograph wildlife. Read More23 April 2015
Read: Wex Tips: Remote Release [video]
Looking to improve your photography? Jonathan discusses how to further reduce camera movement and vibrations with a remote release. Read More04 February 2015
Read: How to Master White Balance [video]
In this video, we show you how to master the white-balance settings in your camera for accurate colour in a range of situations. Read More09 January 2015
Read: How to Master Noise Reduction in Your Camera [video]
In this video, we show you how to master the noise reduction settings in your camera for the best image quality in different situations. Read More02 January 2015
Read: How to Boost Your Camera’s Performance [video]
Learn how to improve battery life, shoot faster and make your camera work better for you in our latest video. Read More26 December 2014
Read: How to Photograph Architecture [video]
Architecture is all around us but how exactly do you go about photographing it? Matt shares a few tips in this video guide. Read More19 December 2014
Read: How to Take Your Best Macro Photographs Yet [video]
Want to learn how to take pin-sharp macro images? In this video we show you how, from using the right equipment and technique through to the finished result. Read More05 December 2014
Read: How to Choose the Right Macro Lens: An Introduction to Lenses, Part 2 [video]
Getting to grips with glass? Matt from Wex explores macros lenses, delving into their uses and explaining how to choose the best one for your needs. Read More02 December 2014
Read: Zoom vs Prime: An Introduction to Lenses, Part 1 [video]
Getting to grips with photography? Thinking of buying your first lens? Matt from Wex compares prime and zoom lenses, exploring the benefits and limitations of each. Read More20 November 2014
Read: How to Use Your Camera: Part 9 – Understanding Your Viewfinder [video]
Just bought your first camera? Want to learn about its settings so you can start taking photographs? Matt takes you through the viewfinder. Read More06 November 2014
Read: How to Use Your Camera: Part 8 – Understanding Exposure Compensation [video]
Just bought your first camera? Want to learn about its settings so you can start taking photographs? Matt takes you through the basics of exposure compensation. Read More30 October 2014
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Read: How to Use Your Camera: Part 7 – Understanding Focusing Modes [video]
Just bought your first camera? Want to learn about all the important settings so you can start taking photographs? Matt takes you through the basics of focusing modes. Read More22 October 2014
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Read: How to Use Your Camera: Part 6 – Understanding ISO [video]
Just bought your first camera? Recently upgraded to a new system? Matt takes you through the basics of the ISO setting, also known as sensitivity. Read More15 October 2014
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Read: How to Use Your Camera: Part 5 – Understanding Metering Modes [video]
Just bought your first camera? Recently upgraded to a new system? Matt takes you through the basics of metering modes. Read More08 October 2014
Read: How to Use Your Camera: Part 4 – Understanding Shutter Priority [video]
Just bought your first camera? Recently upgraded to a new system? Matt takes you through the basics of the shutter-priority mode. Read More01 October 2014
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Read: How to Use Your Camera: Part 3 – Understanding Aperture Priority [video]
Just bought your first camera? Recently upgraded to a new system? Matt takes you through the basics of the aperture-priority mode. Read More24 September 2014
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Read: How to Use Your Camera: Part 2 – Understanding The Mode Dial [Video]
Just bought your first camera? Matt takes you through all the basics to help you get the most out of your camera, here focusing on the mode dial. Read More17 September 2014
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Read: How to Use Your Camera: Part 1 – Setting Up [video]
Just bought your first camera? Recently upgraded to a new system? In the first of a ten-part video series, Matt takes you through setting it up for the first time. Read More10 September 2014
Read: 7 more simple ways to take better holiday photos
Last year we showed you seven simple ways to take better holiday photos - and now we're bringing you seven more! Read More24 June 2014
Read: 10 Tips for getting closer to nature
Part of being a wildlife photographer is all about getting up close and personal with nature. Read More15 May 2013