Should You Still Use Back-Button Focus?
“In this day and age where almost all cameras have face and subject detection, does back button focus still matter? What’s the advantage of using it over subject detection?” Continue Reading
Ask David Bergman
When to Stop Editing?
“I’m retired, coming back to photography, and I’m just learning digital. Shooting film meant lots of planning getting the right light, right film, and right exposure. Digital seems to be more about collecting data on a sensor and post-processing it to look like whatever you want. How do you know when to stop editing to avoid creating something that wasn’t really photographed, or is even unnatural? Does it matter?” Continue Reading
What’s In My Bag?
“Hey David. I’m a big fan of your work and have seen you working at a Luke Combs concert. I know you carry a lot of gear and am curious what your kit looks like these days. What do you take on the road for a concert tour?” Continue Reading
In-Camera Multiple Exposures
“Hi David, Could you explain Canon’s multiple exposure menu options? What do the additive, average, bright, and dark controls do? Thanks!” Continue Reading
RF or EF Lenses?
“Hi David. I have a Canon 5D Mark IV and an R5. I love both cameras, but I’m unsure which way to grow my lens options. I have the adapter that allows me to use EF lenses on the R5, but not vice versa. I’m not sure if the sharpness and quality are the same using the adapter. Should I buy RF lenses instead? Thank you.” Continue Reading
Are You an Advanced Photographer?
“What skills and knowledge separate beginner, intermediate, and advanced photographers in genres like sports, events, concerts, and news? If you were hiring a photographer, what specific abilities or experience would you expect at each level? I imagine there are lots of bells and whistles in a camera’s features that perhaps even an advanced photographer does not use. Do they simply have more reps on their camera?” Continue Reading
Shutter Speeds: How Slow Can You Go?
“1/400? Super helpful to know how slow you can push in concert action. Еріс shot btw.” Continue Reading
Why Shoot Black and White?
“I’m considering switching from shooting in color to black and white for my portrait work. What are some key differences to consider when composing and editing black and white portraits?” Continue Reading
Macro Focus Stacking
“Hey David, I recently got myself a macro lens and I’ve been having a blast taking super close-up photos of everything in my house. I’m having trouble getting some things entirely in focus, even at f/32. Is that normal, and what can I do about it?” Continue Reading