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Congratulations Dave Koch, September 2025 PFRE Photographer of the Month! The theme this month was "Stairwell". Dave Koch - Entry 1099 Alyssa Huang - Entry 1095 Paul-Dan Dragoman - Entry 1098
For over a decade, photographers from around the world have participated in PFRE’s monthly photography contests, culminating in the year-end crowning of PFRE’s Photographer of the Year. With a new theme each month and commentary offered by some of the finest real estate & interior photographers anywhere, these contests offer a fun, competitive environment with rich learning opportunities.
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Whether you are shooting real estate exterior or interior photos, there are chances you won’t capture the best exposure, and you will need to improve the photos using a photo-editing application. The following Lightroom vs Snapseed guide will help you determine which application suits your device and editing needs. Quick NavigationLightroom vs Snapseed Photo EditingLightroom […]
There are higher chances of overexposure when shooting real estate exterior photos in broad daylight or underexposure when shooting interior photos in poor-lit situations. With the following exposure compensation vs. ISO guide, you will know which settings to adjust to get the right exposure. Quick NavigationExposure Compensation vs ISOWhat is Exposure Compensation?What is ISO?Comparing Exposure […]
Depending on how appealing you want your real estate photos to be, you can capture them in a compressed file format for posting or in RAW format for post-processing. The following JPEG vs DNG guide will help you determine which file format to use for your camera and post-processing application. Quick NavigationJPEG vs DNG Image […]
The ball head and pan heads are high-quality tripod heads that you can use in real estate photography and videography. However, it can be challenging to choose one over the other. Understanding the ball head vs pan head debate in terms of design and performance differences will help you choose one that suits your real […]
Darktable and Lightroom are popular photo editing applications with key features that allow you to sharpen and tweak the brightness of images. These image processing applications aim for non-destructive editing on raw photos. Below, I compare Darktable vs Lightroom so you can decide which one will suit your needs best. Quick NavigationDarktable vs Lightroom General […]
Although almost all GoPro cameras are versatile and compact, variations across the models might affect your real estate photography results. This GoPro Hero black vs silver guide will help you understand the differences between black and silver GoPro camera variations and which one might suit your photographer's needs. Quick NavigationGoPro Hero Black vs Silver General […]
If you're new to real estate photography, autofocus can help you adjust. However, at some point, you must learn how to shoot with manual focus for better control.
The Nikon 14-24mm remains among the best wide-angle lenses. However, the new Tamron 15 30mm f/2.8 proves to be a notable competition. We're giving you a comparison of the Tamron 15 30mm vs Nikon 14-24 and to see which one would work best for your real estate photography.
Adobe Lightroom is a high-end post-production and image organization software that you can use to improve the management and quality of your real estate photos. The in-depth examination of Lightroom 4 vs 6 features will help you determine which version will suit your computer specs and photography needs best. Quick NavigationLightroom 4 vs 6 General […]
Although you can use presets in Lightroom without necessarily knowing where they are stored on the hard drive, knowing how to find presets in Lightroom can help you access their location and copy them to create a backup or solve the issues of Lightroom not seeing them. Quick NavigationHow to Find Presets in LightroomLocate the […]
Digital cameras come in different image sensor sizes, the most common being Micro Four Thirds (M43) and APS-C. Since M43 and APS-C are crop-factor sensors, understanding how they relate to low-light performance and field of view can help you determine which one will suit your needs. Quick NavigationM43 vs APS-C Camera Sensor OverviewM43 OverviewAPS-C OverviewComparing […]
Even with a wide-angle lens, you might be unable to capture a large field of view like what the human eye can see. Learning how to merge photos in Lightroom can help you stitch together different photos of the same scene to create a high-resolution wide-angle photo. Quick NavigationHow to Merge Photos in LightroomImport the […]
Digital cameras come in varying sensor sizes, some being full frame, others APS-C and others MFTs. The following MFT vs full frame guide will help you determine which camera sensor can suit the lighting conditions of your real estate interiors or depth of field needs when shooting close-ups. Quick NavigationMFT vs Full Frame General OverviewMicro […]
Even professional real estate photographers sometimes miss the right composition when taking photos. When editing, the crop tool can help you significantly improve the visual composition and impact of your listing. So, what does the crop tool do in Photoshop? Quick NavigationWhat Does the Crop Tool Do in Photoshop?Open the ImageCropRelated QuestionsWhy Doesn’t the Crop […]
Congratulations to Daniel Francis, August 2022 PFRE Photographer of the Month! The theme this month was "Daylight Exterior." Daniel Francis #707 Trace Tague #705 Paul-Dan Dragoman #704 Please feel free to view and comment on any of this month's entries here. Here is what Daniel has to say: Wonderful! I was requested by these homeowners who […]
Image editing can help you highlight the finer details in your real estate photos. Since this can be time-consuming and tedious if you are working with an extensive collection, Lightroom presets can help you batch edit your photos in one click. So, what is a Lightroom preset? Quick NavigationWhat Is a Lightroom Preset?How to Use […]
Regardless of the quality of your lens or camera, it can be challenging to shoot photos with the proper contrast in poor lighting. Learning how to use the Tone Curve in Lightroom can help you correct the contrast issues during the post-processing phase. Quick NavigationHow to Use the Tone Curve in LightroomExpand the Tone Curve […]
Since real estate photography goes beyond shooting the photos to editing the images to get the best composition and still meet the Multi-Listing Service (MLS) aspect ratio requirements, you might need a skilled assistant to help with post-processing editing. So, what is a photographer's virtual assistant? Quick NavigationWhat Is a Photographer Virtual Assistant?Benefits of Hiring […]
Do you want to offer headshots for the agents you work with, yet you don't know how to charge for your work? Real estate headshots pricing can be tricky, so we're going to help you.
Congratulations to Andrew Bramasco, July 2022 PFRE Photographer of the Month! The theme this month was "Master Bath/Ensuite." Andrew Bramasco #691 Trace Tague #697 Paul-Dan Dragoman #698 Please feel free to view and comment on any of this month's entries here. Here is what Andrew has to say: This image was shot with the intention of catching […]
It’s not uncommon to find the edges of your real estate interior photos darker than the center when using the widest apertures to capture in low-light or apply selective focus techniques. Understanding what is a vignette in photography will help you know when to use or avoid it. Quick NavigationWhat Is a Vignette in Photography?FiltersImage […]
Being a photographer is not all about photo shoots; you also have to prepare enough legal protection for your business and your clients. We're going to look into tips on writing a real estate photography contract to protect your work better and help you gain a higher reputation as a professional.
The quick selection is one of the advanced features that allow you to carry out extensive edits like removing the background of an object in a photo. Knowing how to deselect in the Photoshop Quick Selection tool will help remove the selection after editing an area in the photo. Quick NavigationHow to Deselect in the […]
A good composition and light distribution throughout an image helps guide your eye to the main subject. Knowing how to vignette in Lightroom helps you improve the overall appearance of an image by darkening specific regions of a photo and emphasizing the main subject. Quick NavigationHow to Vignette in LightroomUsing Post-Crop Vignetting ToolUsing the Radial […]
Photoshop is a sophisticated photo-editing software that allows you to design graphics and enhance the appearance of the photos. If your real estate property photos are not appealing enough, knowing how to use the mixer brush in Photoshop will help you change and improve their appearance. Quick NavigationHow to Use the Mixer Brush in PhotoshopDuplicate […]
When capturing real estate photos, your camera or lenses may not capture sharp images as you expect. Fortunately, learning how to sharpen images in Photoshop CC during the post-processing phase will help you improve the appearance of your images and make them as crisp as possible. Quick NavigationHow to Sharpen Images in Photoshop CCUnsharp Mask […]
Congratulations to Josh Mais, June 2022 PFRE Photographer of the Month! The theme this month was "Formal Dining Room." Josh Mais #685 Andrew Bramasco #676 Dace #682 Please feel free to view and comment on any of this month's entries here. Here is what Josh has to say: I wanted to lean heavily on the natural light […]
No matter what kind of photography you do, learning how to license your photos is essential to growing and increasing revenue for your photography business. In today’s internet era, it’s easy for anyone to illegally download and use images both online and in print, making an airtight photography license agreement your best tool to get […]
Photoshop is one of the most advanced photo manipulation applications with sophisticated features for extensive editing. However, Photoshop comes with two applications: the Adobe Camera RAW and the Photoshop itself. The following Camera RAW vs Photoshop guide will help you determine which application is suitable for a given situation. Quick NavigationCamera RAW vs Photoshop General […]
Sometimes there is less activity around real estate properties, and you would need to shoot hours-long videos to capture any movement. Learning how to make a timelapse in Lightroom will help you capture stills and create a video with the much-needed movements. Quick NavigationHow to Make a Timelapse in LightroomCreate Custom TemplatesImport the Photos in […]
Regardless of the color, a real estate logo or an image cutout with a solid background color might not be aesthetically appealing. Learning how to make a gradient in Photoshop will help you transform the solid color into an appealing color gradient. Quick NavigationHow to Make a Gradient in PhotoshopCreate a New DocumentPick the Gradient […]
