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Whether you're shooting on a DSLR, mirrorless camera, or even a smartphone, understanding key terms will help you take more control of your camera, improve your compositions, and confidently invest in gear that meets your needs.

Here’s your no-nonsense A–Z of essential photography terms, with explanations even complete beginners can understand. We’ve also included handy mentions of Kenro products that can help bring these terms to life.

Halloween is the ultimate opportunity to elevate your photography and filmmaking with atmosphere. Nothing transforms a scene quite like cinematic fog, and the Kenro Hand-Held Fog Machine Kit is the perfect tool for photographers, filmmakers, and content creators looking to add depth, drama, and a haunting edge to their seasonal shoots.

Have you ever seen photos with glowing light trails, glowing orbs, or mesmerising shapes drawn in mid-air? That magical effect is called light painting. In this beginner’s guide to light painting, we’ll explain how it works, what you need to get started, and how you can use Kenro’s compact lights and lightweight accessories to bring your ideas to life.

Portrait photography is all about capturing the essence of your subject—their mood, expression, personality, and even the story behind their eyes. Whether you're photographing models, friends, clients, or yourself, good portraiture relies on one thing above all: great lighting.

Flat lays are a powerful tool for content creators, small businesses, and Instagram enthusiasts alike. Clean, visually satisfying, and story-driven, they allow you to present products, ideas or moods in a beautifully stylised way. But as simple as they might look, there’s real technique behind a great flat lay, and it all starts with thoughtful styling, balanced lighting, and the right kit.

Whether you’re photographing portraits or products, understanding how to control and shape light is the key to getting the perfect shot. Read on as we break down the essentials of studio lighting, from getting to know the different types of lights and modifiers to understanding how positioning, intensity, and direction affect your final image.

With so many lighting options available, choosing the right equipment can be daunting. That’s why we’re here to break it down and help you make an informed decision tailored to your creative requirements.

Smartphones have become more than just communication devices.  They are now powerful and convenient tools for capturing life’s most memorable moments. Whether you wish to capture cherished family moments, snap photos of breath taking landscapes, or take a flattering selfie, smartphones have made photography more accessible than ever. However, you may not be using your phone to its full potential for capturing really great images.

RGB LEDs and bi-coloured LEDs provide versatile and unique lighting solutions suitable for a range of applications in photography and videography, enabling you to set the perfect scene. They’re a popular choice due to their adaptability, ease of use and tangible brightness controls.

Capturing the perfect sunrise or sunset photo is a dream for many photographers. The vibrant colours, dappled lighting and serene landscapes can create breath taking images, but it can often be difficult to photograph and convey the true beauty of the scene. Trying to do these unique moments justice to accurately replicate the wonder we can see with the naked eye requires a certain level of skill.

Finding the perfect gift for the creatives in your life can be a challenge. Luckily, Kenro, a haven for photography and filmmaking enthusiasts, whether you're looking for stocking stuffers or premium presents, here's a comprehensive guide to delight the visual storytellers in your circle.

Whether you’re showcasing product, food, or any other items, shooting them in a flat lay style is one of the most aesthetically pleasing marketing shots. Typically, there is one hero item within the flat lay, while all the other items are there to compliment that hero piece. With our few tips and tricks below, you’ll be creating campaign worth shots in just a few steps!

For users of LED continuous lighting, the portable flat panel light is a must-have in any equipment arsenal. The new Smart Lite Bi-Colour LED Light Panel from Kenro is the perfect versatile lighting solution, delivering exceptional performance and flexibility. Accessibly priced at just £149.99 and ticking every box for positioning, brightness control, colour control and light quality, this 45W slimline light panel is ideal for professional photographers and film makers, content creators, enthusiasts, and anyone who needs bright, evenly diffused illumination.  

Our brand new, high-performance, LED lights and accessories come packed with features to enhance any project. Designed for photographers and filmmakers on the go, the Smart Lite range boasts high quality, accurate light with precise control, multiple mounting options and versatile options for many lighting effects.