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Life in the Wild Part 6: Finding Wildlife in your Local Area [video]

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 More

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Wex Tips: Remote Release

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 More

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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: 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 More

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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: 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 More

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Learn how to improve battery life, shoot faster and make your camera work better for you in our latest video.

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 More

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How to Photograph Architecture

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 More

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How to Take Your Best Macro Photographs Yet

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 More

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How to Choose the Right Macro Lens: An Introduction to Lenses, Part 2

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 More

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Zoom vs Prime: An Introduction to Lenses, Part 1

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 More

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How to Use Your Camera: Part 9 – Understanding Your Viewfinder

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 More

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How to Use Your Camera: Part 8 – Understanding Exposure Compensation

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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 More

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How to Use Your Camera: Part 7 – Understanding Focusing Modes [video]

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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 More

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How to Use Your Camera: Part 6 – Understanding ISO [video]

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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 More

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How to Use Your Camera: Part 5 – Understanding Metering Modes [video]

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Just bought your first camera? Recently upgraded to a new system? Matt takes you through the basics of metering modes. Read More

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How to Use Your Camera: Part 4 – Understanding Shutter Priority 

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Just bought your first camera? Recently upgraded to a new system? Matt takes you through the basics of the shutter-priority mode. Read More

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How to Use Your Camera: Part 3 – Understanding Aperture Priority [video]

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Just bought your first camera? Recently upgraded to a new system? Matt takes you through the basics of the aperture-priority mode. Read More

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How to Use Your Camera: Part 2 – Understanding The Mode Dial [Video]

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 More

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How to Use Your Camera: Part 1 – Setting Up [video]

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 More

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Last year we showed you seven simple ways to take better holiday photos - and now we're bringing you seven more!

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 More

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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 More

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