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RAW vs JPG – File Formats Explained

Raw Jpg File Format

Skip to Section1 What is the difference between JPG and JPEG2 What is the average JPG file size?3 What is the average RAW file size?4 RAW file type5 RAW versus JPEG If you’re not sure of the difference between raw vs jpg file formats, or you may be new to the raw file format. Read […]

Top 10 Astrophotography Locations in the USA

Night Sky Time-Lapse

Skip to Section1 Darkness is essential.2 Headlands, Michigan3 Cherry Springs State Park4 Cosmic Campground, Gila Wilderness5 Denali National Park6 Mauna Kea, Hawaii7 Big Bend8 Crater Lake National Park, Oregon9 Big Pine Key/Scout Key, Florida10 Acadia National Park, Maine11 Southeastern Utah11.0.1 Natural Bridges National Monument, Utah11.0.2 Arches National Park, Utah11.0.3 Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah11.0.4 Canyonlands […]

7 Essential Items For Time-Lapse Shooting

Photography Equipment

Skip to Section1 What equipment do I need to film a time-lapse video?2 A DSLR Camera Body3 A Camera Lens4 An Intervalometer5 A Tripod6 A Power Source7 An SD Card8 Neutral Density Filter9 Weather Protection10 Optional Items This guide covers a handful of essential items for time-lapse, if you’re just getting started, use this as […]

Time-Lapse Intervalometer Buying Guide

Stopwatch chronograph

Skip to Section1 What is a Time-Lapse Intervalometer?2 What To Look For In a Quality Time-Lapse Intervalometer2.0.1 Compatibility2.0.2 Features2.0.3 Build Quality3 Types of Time-Lapse Intervalometers3.0.1 Off-Brands3.0.2 Our Off-Brand Suggestions:3.0.3 For Nikon: Remote Wireless Intervalometer3.0.4 For Canon: Neewer LCD Timer Shutter Release Remote Control3.0.5 For Sony: Pholsy N10 Wired/Wireless Intervalometer3.0.6 Name Brands3.0.7 Our Name-Brand Suggestions:3.0.8 For […]

What’s The Best Tripod for Time-Lapse?

Photographer using camera tripod

Skip to Section1 Do I Even Need a Tripod?2 Understanding What Makes a Quality Tripod2.0.1 Build Quality2.0.2 Head Style2.0.3 Flexibility2.0.4 Load Capacity2.0.5 Size3 Our Top Tripods For Time-Lapse Photography What’s the best tripod for time-lapse? Looking for a tripod for shooting time-lapse with, but not sure which one’s right for you? let’s explore some of […]

Choosing a Camera Lens For Time-Lapse

DSLR Camera Lens

Skip to Section1 A Note On Creative Freedom2 Why Lens Choice Matters3 Choosing Your Lens3.0.1 Know Your Subject Matter3.0.2 Understand What Makes a Good Time-Lapse Lens Whether you’re just beginning to explore the art of time-lapse photography, or you’ve been doing it for years and are looking to take things to the next level, one […]

How to Shoot Time-Lapse with a Smartphone

Smart phone filming time lapse video

Skip to Section1 First Thing First: Android or iOS?2 Essential Mobile Time-Lapse Accessories2.0.1 UBeesize Tripod S2.0.2 Moment Lenses3 Smartphone Time-Lapse Tips and Tricks4 The Best Camera Really is The One You Have With You If you’d like to learn how to shoot time-lapse with a smartphone, this guide should serve as an introduction and answer […]

5 Essential Time-Lapse Apps

Smartphone time lapse app

Skip to Section1 1. PhotoPills1.1 Pros:1.2 Cons:2 2. Lapse It2.1 Pros:2.2 Cons:3 3. Hyperlapse From Instagram3.1 Pros:3.2 Cons:4 4. SkyFlow4.1 Pros:4.2 Cons:5 5. PicPac Stop Motion & TimeLapse5.1 Pros:5.2 Cons:6 In App Purchases7 Other Apps and Tools7.1 Latest Time-Lapse Apps8 Video Editing App8.1 Professional Time-Lapse video Solutions9 To Conclude Looking for the best Time-Lapse app? […]

What is Time-Lapse Photography?

Time lapse of passageway of people

Skip to Section0.0.1 So what is time-lapse photography and why should I care?1 How Does Time-Lapse Work?1.0.1 How long does Time Lapse photography take to make?2 Is Time-Lapse One Word?3 What is Time-Lapse Photography used for?4 Examples of Time-Lapse Photography in Action5 History of Time-Lapse Photography6 Basic Equipment Needed6.0.1 Creating Time Lapse on an iPhone6.0.2 […]

Night Sky Time-lapse Photography Guide

Night sky star trails

Skip to Section1 Intro To Night Sky time-Lapse2 What You’ll Need3 Planning Out Your Shoot3.0.1 Sky Conditions4 Finding A Dark Sky5 Setting Up To Capture Your Images5.0.1 Composition & Framing5.0.2 General Camera Settings5.1 Take a test Shot6 After The Shoot: Processing Your Images We’ve compiled this night sky time-lapse photography guide to help you learn […]