Camera Bag
March 27, 2024
Camera Bag: An Ode to the ‘Walk-Around’ Camera
When a DSLR is too much and a cellphone isn’t enough, the “walk around” camera is just right.
March 27, 2024
Camera Bag: A (Holiday) Trainload of Thoughts
The CPKC Holiday Train in December 2023, provided Associate Editor Justin Franz with a trainload of thoughts about photography in this month’s Camera Bag.
December 18, 2023
Camera Bag: All About Camera Bags
Organizing your gear and choosing the right camera bag goes a long way toward improving your trackside photography experience.
October 26, 2023
Camera Bag: What Makes a Contest Winner?
A look back at some of the winners of Railfan & Railroad’s cover and center spread photography contests.
September 26, 2023
Camera Bag: Project Photography and Layering
Many railroad photographers over the years have practiced the idea of project-based photography, that is going back to the same subject time and time again.
May 5, 2023
Camera Bag: Shooting Steam and Recreating The Past
Here are a few things I’ve considered over the years when trying to capture images evocative of the steam era.
March 30, 2023
Camera Bag: An Update on Drones and Remote ID
Starting this year, it will be illegal to fly a drone that weighs more than 250 grams unless it has been outfitted with broadcasting equipment.
January 15, 2023
Camera Bag: Lessons From Stein
The Center for Railroad Photography & Art dives into the collection of Richard Steinheimer, arguably the greatest western railroad photographer of the 20th century.
November 15, 2022
Camera Bag: Trip Planning (and the Danger of Overplanning)
Research ahead of a railfan trip can result in great photos. But sometimes it’s possible to plan a little too much…
July 8, 2022
Camera Bag: Sweeter With Time
Sometimes an image can get better with time, which is why it’s worth revisiting our past efforts, writes Scott Lothes.
