By Eugene Theron A filter that ‘absorbs’ light pollution? Now this is something I have to see. Since I have been working with H&Y I have been meaning to get out and try their PureNight filter. I love astrophotography but only do it occasionally. This required a dedicated trip. At the promise of clear skies, […]
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by Nicco Valenzuela Ergonomics may not be something that is directly discussed in the workshops and classes you’ve attended on landscape photography but as one progresses further into the craft, one will realize that equipment that allow you to adjust and adapt promptly to sudden changes in the scene are crucial in getting the shot that you […]
5-star filter system – By Angela Nicholson If you’re into landscape photography, you’ve probably got a few square or rectangular filters that need a holder to attach them to your lenses. An ND grad or two (or more) comes in handy for balancing exposure and a Lee Filters Big Stopper is ideal for extending exposure […]
By Louise Carey Take your landscape photography to the next level with H&Y’s magnetic filter system Filters are often considered to be an essential part of landscape photography, but using them can be frustrating at times. Avoiding getting your fingerprints smudged on the filter, or even scratching or smashing the fragile glass, means that setting up […]
Matt Parry investigates a potentially revolutionary new filter system for landscape photographers At the Photography Show in early 2019, H&Y Filters showcased their innovative K-Series system to a UK audience. Like many others, I was intrigued by what this relatively unknown brand had to offer. Were they just another one of a growing number of […]
By Eugene Theron In the most cliched way I could start and article, I am regularly asked what filters I carry for my mountain photography. The response is often met with open jaws and bemused looks. The reason; I don’t carry much; you just don’t need it in the mountains. At the very most I […]
Written by Eugene Theron: What makes a good filter or filter system? This is a question I am often asked, especially by people who are newer to landscape photography. To be honest it’s a relatively simple one to answer, but there are a few things to consider. I’ll try to keep this short…. What do […]
Every now and then a new product arrives on the market that’s so useful, it makes you wonder why it was never thought of before. This is exactly how I felt when I used Manfrotto’s XUME filter adapters for the first time a year ago, which uses the power of magnetic force to lock filters onto lenses […]
The all new, patented Magnetic Filter Holder from H&Y For a long while, grad filters were a must on all exterior shoots, pushed to amazing creative heights by Slawomir Idziak on A Short Film About Killing. With the increasing latitude of high-end cinematography cameras, the pressing need to pop in a grad filter on a day exterior […]