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Life in the Wild Part 7: The Importance of a Local Patch [video]

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In Part 7 of Life in the Wild, Tom Mason explains why having a good location close to home is a must for wildlife photographers looking to improve their skills. Read More

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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