Daniel Norton
Adorama
United Kingdom
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Fujifilm Launches New FUJINON GF45-100F4 R LM OIS WR Standard Zoom Lens
The Fujifilm GFX series has done much to change the accessibility of medium format cameras in the last few years, bringing relatively small mirrorless → Read More
Hands-On Review: Testing the New Westcott Rapid Box Switch
Here I am looking through some images I just made with the new Westcott Rapid Box Switch and thinking about how I've been using Westcott light modifie → Read More
Hands-On Review: Testing the Glow Easy Lock Umbrellas
I have a confession to make: I really like umbrellas. They were the first modifiers I owned, and I shot for many years with them as my main light shaper. A → Read More
First Look: Sony Announces the New A7III
I got the word last week — Sony might be announcing something at WPPI. Could you swing by their booth and write a article? Cut to 9AM today. Still no word on what exactly Sony had up their sleeves. A new flash, just announced, seemed perfect for the wedding and portrait market, was that it? … → Read More
Profoto A1: Studio Lighting in the Palm of Your Hand
Today, Profoto announced the new Profoto A1. This incredibly small flash unit is the latest in a long line of amazing lighting tools from Profoto. I remember the first time I used Profoto equipment, I was a relatively new photo assistant and was hired to work on a commercial portrait gig in Miami Florida. The … → Read More
Panasonic Adds New Features To GH5 with Firmware 2.0
In March of 2017 I had the opportunity to use the new Panasonic GH5 for a day. I was impressed by all the great features this successor to the GH4 sported and was excited to hear they would add even more via firmware. On August 30th, about six months after my initial article, Panasonic has … → Read More
High Fashion Lighting: OnSet ep. 145
Join Daniel Norton OnSet as he creates some dramatic lighting for a fashion shoot in studio. Using diffused but directional light, Daniel showcases the textures of a sequined dress. Related Products at Adorama: Canon 5D Mark III Profoto Acute Profoto Beauty Dish Chimera Pro II Small Lightbank You can keep up with Daniel on Instagram … → Read More
Lighting Portraits on Location: OnSet ep. 133
Join Daniel Norton OnSet in the desert just outside of Las Vegas as he creates some fun portraits of Elvis Impersonators. When working on location, using what is available as far as lighting and framing and just filling in where you need, will help speed up and simplify the process. Related Products At Adorama: Broncolor … → Read More
Simple Lighting For Product Photography
Join Daniel Norton OnSet as he finishes up a day of shooting for a fictional beauty company. In this last video for this series, Daniel shows you a some simple techniques to produce product images for store display. Related Products at Adorama: Profoto D2 Profoto Beauty Dish Profoto Zoom Reflector Nikon 105 2.8 Macro Tether … → Read More
First Look: New Zeiss Batis 135mm F2.8 For Sony E-Mount Cameras
I was very excited to hear that Zeiss was introducing a 135mm lens to the Batis line which currently consists of the 18mm f2.8, 25mm F2 and the beautiful 85mm 1.8. I have a few go-to focal lengths when making portraits and 135mm has always been favorite of mine on full frame cameras. While Zeiss … → Read More
Using Zones with Multiple Speedlights: Onset ep. 127
Join Daniel Norton OnSet as he shows you some tips to keep yourself organized while working with multiple speedlights. Related Products at Adorama: Nikon SB5000 Westcott Rapid Box portable portrait kit. You can keep up with Daniel on Instagram → Read More
Shooting a Skin Care Campaign Part 3: Onset ep. 125
Join Daniel Norton On Set as he continues his series of shots for a fictional skin care company. When hired to produce images for a client, a photographer will often need to tackle several types of varying shots in a single day. Working together with his team and some great talent, Daniel shows you how … → Read More
Shooting a Skin Care Campaign Part 3: Onset ep. 125
Join Daniel Norton On Set as he continues his series of shots for a fictional skin care company. When hired to produce images for a client, a photographer will often need to tackle several types of varying shots in a single day. Working together with his team and some great talent, Daniel shows you how … → Read More
Shooting a Skin Care Campaign Part 2: Onset ep. 124
Join Daniel Norton On Set as he continues his series of beauty shots for a fictional skin care company. When hired to produce images for a client, a photographer will often need to tackle several types of varying shots in a single day. Working together with his team and some great talent, Daniel shows you … → Read More
Shooting a Skin Care Campaign Part 1: Onset ep. 123
Join Daniel Norton On Set as he walks through the first of several set-ups for a fictional skin care company. When hired to produce images for a client, a photographer will often need to tackle several types of varying shots in a single day. Working together with his team and some great talent, Daniel shows … → Read More
Photographing Children: Onset ep. 121
Join Daniel Norton On Set as he creates some fun photos of a child model. Related Products at Adorama: Profoto B1 Scrim Jim 6X6 You can keep up with Daniel on Instagram → Read More
Dramatic Portraits On Dark Backgrounds: Onset ep. 120
Join Daniel Norton OnSet as he creates dramatic portraits using a black background. Related Products at Adorama: Duvetyne (black fabric) Profoto B1 Profoto B2 Profoto 1×3 Strip Softbox Scrim Jim Full Stop Fabric You can keep up with Daniel on Instagram → Read More
Where To Place Your Backlight: OnSet ep. 119
Join Daniel Norton OnSet as he discusses which side, shadow or key to place your hair/separation light. Related Products at Adorama: Profoto B1 Profoto B2 Profoto 1×3 Strip Softbox Scrim Jim Full Stop Fabric You can keep up with Daniel on Instagram → Read More
Flying Irwin: OnSet ep. 118
Join Daniel Norton OnSet as he shows you how to make your subject fly without using a green screen or Photoshop. To see video that inspired Daniel, check out the ‘Through The Lens’ episode featuring @halno: Related Products at Adorama: Profoto B1 You can keep up with Daniel on Instagram → Read More
PENTAX KP: First Look
*DISCLAIMER: ALL IMAGES WERE TAKEN ON A PRE-PRODUCTION SAMPLE OF THE PENTAX KP. The Pentax KP is a DSLR camera that offers tons of accessibility and high performance to it’s user. Join us as Daniel Norton tries out the camera and goes over some of the features including the convenient compact size, 24.3 effective mega … → Read More