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Lightroom Alternatives

Lightroom is the most popular one-stop image management and image processing app, but it’s not the only option. Here are some apps worth looking at if you’re after an alternative to Lightroom.

Reviews & Tips

Rawsie Main Interface

Compressing RAW files with Rawsie | Hands-on Review

There are only a few options for compressing RAW image files. Rawsie is a new app that uses sophisticated algorithms to drastically reduce the size of those thousands of RAW files taking up space on your hard drives.

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Canon R5 Mirrorless Camera Sample Images

Here’s a collection of sample photos I’ve taken with the Canon R5 mirrorless camera to give a sense of how it performs in everyday shooting conditions.

Zhiyun SMOOTH-XS Gimbal and Tripod

Zhiyun SMOOTH-XS Smartphone Gimbal and Stand Review

Jerky video footage isn’t fun for anyone. The Zhiyun SMOOTH-XS is a smartphone gimbal that smooths out video footage, provides convenient external controls, and also works as a stand for selfie shots.

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Nikon D3500 Sample Photos

Here are some sample photos I’ve taken with a Nikon D3500 to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.

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Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Zoom Lens Sample Images

Here are some sample images I’ve taken with the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM zoom lens, a versatile zoom for Canon EOS R series mirrorless cameras.

Nikon D3500

How to Download Nikon D3500 Photos & Videos to a Computer

Here’s a rundown of how to download photos and videos from a Nikon D3500 to your computer.

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Examples of the Zoom Range of the Canon 24-105mm F4 IS USM Zoom Lens

Here are some practical examples of the zoom range of the Canon 24-105mm ƒ/4 IS USM lens, a kit lens option with the Canon R5 mirrorless camera.

RAVPower PD Pioneer 65W 4-Port Desktop Charger RP-PC136

RAVPower PD Pioneer 65W 4-Port Desktop Charger (RP-PC136) | Review

The RAVPower PD Pioneer 65W 4-Port Desktop Charger (RP-PC136) offers a handy combination of tiny size and powerful and fast charging via PD USB-C and iSmart ports.

VAVA Docking Station

VAVA 12-in-1 Dual 4K Docking Station

The VAVA 12-in-1 Dual 4K Docking Station adds a lot of extra flexibility to your laptop, especially with dual HDMI outputs and an integrated SD and microSD card reader.

RAVPower RP-PB055 30000mAh 100W 3-Port Power House

USB and AC Charging on the Go: RAVPower RP-PB055 30000mAh 100W 3-Port Power House

The RAVPower 30000mAh 100W 3-Port Power House is a portable power outlet, with a large battery and even an AC port. So you can charge USB devices on the go as well as mobile devices that only charge via AC.

GoPro Tips

GoPro The Remote

Remote for the GoPro HERO9 Black – The Remote Review

There’s a new remote for the GoPro HERO9 Black. It’s called The Remote. Here’s what it does and how it works.

GoPro HERO9 Black Batteries

GoPro HERO9 Black Battery Recommendations

A rundown of the GoPro HERO9 Black batteries, chargers, and compatibility options.

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GoPro HERO9 Black vs HERO8 Black

Here’s a detailed breakdown of how the GoPro HERO9 Black compares to the HERO8 Black.

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How to Switch Between NTSC and PAL on the GoPro HERO9 Black

If you need to switch between NTSC and PAL video shooting modes on the HERO9 Black, it’s not quite as obvious how to do that as it could be. Here’s how to do it.

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How to Change the Video Compression Codec on the GoPro HERO9 Black

The GoPro HERO9 Black has two video codecs available for recording video. Both of these produce files with an .mp4 extension. The difference is in how the video is compressed and encoded.

GoPro HERO9 Black Front View

Protune Options of the GoPro HERO9 Black

Here are master lists of the Protune options available when shooting video and photos with the HERO9 Black.

GoPro HERO9 Black SD Cards

GoPro HERO9 Black SD Card Recommendations

Not all SD cards will work well in the GoPro HERO9 Black. Here are some practical recommendations for which microSD cards are fast enough to keep up with the high-bitrate 100Mbps video recording and burst photo modes.

GoPro HERO9 Black

GoPro HERO9 Black Video Modes

GoPro has released their latest and greatest flagship action cam, the HERO9 Black. Here’s a rundown of the features and modes available when shooting video with it.

GoPro HERO9 Black

Taking Photos with the GoPro HERO9 Black

Here’s a rundown of the features and modes of the GoPro HERO9 Black for taking photos.

AKASO Brave 7 LE

Hands-on Review of the AKASO Brave 7 LE

The AKASO Brave 7 LE is the latest 4K action cam that’s a lower-priced alternative to GoPro and DJI cameras. Here’s my hands-on review.

Travel Photography

Mt Kilimanjaro Stars and Camp at Lava Tower

Climbing Kilimanjaro: Tips, Gear Recommendations, and What to Expect

Tips and gear recommendations if you’re going to climb Kilimanjaro for the first time. Includes suggestions for choosing a guide, mountain etiquette, and what to expect.

People & Places

Humpback Whale in Antarctica at Sunset

The Colors of Antarctica

When you think of Antarctica, you probably think of lots of white and blue. I was surprised to find that it’s a lot more colorful than that.

Interior Notre-Dame Basilica in Montreal

Montreal’s Notre Dame Basilica

The interior of Old Montreal’s Notre Dame Basilica has to rank it as one of the most stunning churches or cathedrals in North America.

Imperial City Hue Vietnam Ngo Mon Gate and Bridge

The Citadel in the Imperial City of Hue

Inside the Citadel walls was once lavish and opulent, with ornate gardens and intricate pagodas. But the Vietnam War was not kind to the Imperial City. Large parts of it are now nothing more than rubble.

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The Chicken Buses of Central America

Central America is where American school buses go to retire. In the balmy tropical climes of places like Guatemala and Honduras, they’re given a new, colorful lease on life.

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Ushuaia, The World’s Most Southern City

Ushuaia claims the title of the world’s southernmost city. These days its main industry is tourism, serving as a gateway to Antarctica. But the town also has charms of its own.

Fireworks in Chichicastenango Guatemala Fire Wheel

Fireworks in Chichicastenango

Guatemalans sure love their fireworks. And Chichicastenango, in the Guatemalan highlands, is not a place that considers fireworks only night-time entertainment.

Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula, Brussels, Belgium

Cathedral of Saints Michael & Gudula

Most churches count their blessings to have one patron saint. This one has two.

Catedral Metropolitana on Parque Central in Guatemala City

Guatemala City’s Zona 1

Guatemala City isn’t a popular tourist destination, in large part because of the scourge of violent crime, but there are some things worth seeing in this otherwise crowded and poverty-stricken city.

Lightroom Tips

Lightroom Tutorials and Classes

Best Lightroom Tutorials & Lightroom Classes for Online Learning

Whether you’re new to Lightroom or looking to dive deeper, here are some of the best places to find Lightroom tutorials, classes, and courses.

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How to Filter by Image Orientation of Landscape, Portrait, or Square

If you need to filter out just the portrait (vertical), landscape (horizontal), or square images, you can use the Aspect Ratio filter criteria.

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How to Change the Background Color of Single Images in Lightroom Classic

You can change the color of the space behind single images in Lightroom. That can be simply a matter of preference or used as a visualization tool

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Can Aurora HDR 2019 Salvage Otherwise Unusable Photos?

HDR is traditionally all about the drama. But it doesn’t have to be all about overly saturated and uber dramatic images. The tone-mapping tools built into apps like Photomatix and Aurora HDR 2019 can be useful for making otherwise blah photos more interesting and perhaps salvaging them as keepers.

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How to Change the Thumbnail Image for a Video in Lightroom

Changing the thumbnail image, or poster frame, used for videos in Lightroom can be a handy way to provide a more useful visual reference point when you’re trying to find the video you’re after. Here’s how to do it.

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How to Trim Videos in Lightroom

Lightroom doesn’t have much in the way of editing tools when working with video files, but it does have the ability to trim the beginning or end of video clips.

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How to Customize the Color Labels in Lightroom

Color labels are one of several useful workflow tools in Lightroom. And if you want to customize what text label is paired with which color, you can. Here’s how.

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How to Switch between Landscape and Portrait Orientations When Cropping Images

Lightroom has a super quick way to switch between landscape and portrait orientations with the crop tool. Here’s how to do it.

David Coleman Photography

I’m a professional travel & location photographer based in Washington DC and traveling all over. Seven continents. Dozens of countries. Up mountains. Under water. And a bunch of places in between. You can find my main site at havecamerawilltravel.com. Or check out what’s in my go-to travel photography kit. Or get in touch here.

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