Author: David@DavidBergman.net

“I’m an avid collector and sometimes like to photograph my watches, but the reflections can be a nightmare. What’s the best way to fix that?” Continue Reading →

“Hi David. I’m starting to do some bigger photography jobs and have a gear question for you. I own a Canon R5 camera, but think I should have a second body for backup just in case. Does it make sense to rent something when I need it or should I spend the money and buy a second body? And should the backup match my R5 or should I get something different?” Continue Reading →

“For close-up photography, is it better to use a dedicated macro lens, or will an extension tube work just as well? What are the trade-offs for using each?” Continue Reading →

“I photograph in low light situations like conferences, lectures, and events. I have an R5 Mark II with f/2.8 versions of the RF zooms 15-35, 24-70, and 70-200. I’ve considered getting faster prime lenses like the 35 f/1.4 and f/1.8, but would I be better off upgrading to the EOS R1 instead of getting new lenses?” Continue Reading →

“Hey David. I photographed a daytime concert in a covered bandshell, where the band was a lot darker than the fans, who were in bright sunlight. I was allowed to go on stage to get shots of the band and crowd together, but I struggled with the background blowing out from the contrast. How do you handle event photography when the lighting is this extreme?” Continue Reading →

“Are APS-C cameras as good as full-frame cameras?” Continue Reading →

“What makes a good portrait, and who decides that? I showed the same photo to two photographers. One thought it was great. The other picked it apart. Is this just photographers being pretentious?” Continue Reading →

“David, can we apply Ansel Adams’ Zone System in digital photography? Is it still practical?” Continue Reading →

“Hi David, I’m taking a golf trip to beautiful Monterey, California and my second favorite hobby is photography. Convince me that I need to bring my Canon R5 instead of just using my Phone. Thanks!” Continue Reading →