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Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney Harbour Bridge is an iconic landmark in Sydney, Australia, and a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. The bridge spans across the stunning Sydney Harbour, offering breathtaking views of the city skyline and the sparkling waters below. For photography enthusiasts, the bridge provides a plethora of opportunities to capture stunning shots from various angles and perspectives. Some of the best photography locations include the Milsons Point, Kirribilli, and Blues Point Reserve, which offer unobstructed views of the bridge and the harbour.

Sydney Splendour!
Sydney Harbour Skyline
by J. Chea

Mrs Macquarie Chair Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney, New South Wales

I found this old image hidden deep within my archives when I was organizing my photo collections. It was taken just before the Sydney fleet review 2013 fireworks display took place (see the photo named 'Sydney Celebrations'). I was shooting through a fenced barrier which lined the whole waterfront. I remembered being very annoyed about that as it severely restricted the composition of the image. That's probably why I didnt post this image then because I wasn't entirely happy with the balance of the scene.

Irregardless, I have to say that was the best sunset I photographed in Sydney thus far. In terms of the vibrancy in the colors and the festivity surrounding the event. Living further away from the CBD now and other commitments, I seldom wander down to the beautiful harbour.

1 exp shot Edited in Lightroom and Photoshop!

Sydney Australia
Sydney Harbour Skyline
by Dominic Nessi

Opera House and Sydney Harbor Bridge

Sydney Golden Hour Skyline
Pylon Lookout
by J. Chea

Pylon Lookout Sydney Harbour Bridge New South Wales

This 9 exposures pano was shot a few minutes prior to the previous shot and before the large crowd swarmed the observatory deck. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to capture any of the intense colours during the sunset. Setting up a tripod was not longer an option due to the sheer number of people occupying the space. However, I still like the juicy details and the sheer scale this image provides! I strongly encourage viewers to zoom in for a closer look :) I don't think I will ever get sick of this view!

9 exp panorama, edited in Lightroom and stitched in Photoshop. Comments and constructive criticisms are appreciated!

Sydney Panorama
Sydney City Panorama

Sydney, Australia 8 shot panorama

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Sydney Harbour
Sydney City Panorama

Lee Big Stopper - 2min Exposure Nikon D800 - Sigma 20mm F1.8 EX DG ASP RF

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Sydney Harbour Bridge
Sydney City Panorama

Sydney Harbour Bridge after sunset Sydney, NSW, Australia

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Sydney by Night
Harbour Bridge

Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Skyline after sunset.

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A walk I won't forget
Pylon Lookout

This is a simular shot to one I took earlier and I wrote a fun story about it. You can read it below!

I had just finished taking this shot:...

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Harbour Bridge Speed Line
Harbour Bridge Speed Line

I love how the lighttrails turned out on this! :)

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Sydney Harbor Bridge- Observatory Hill
Harbour Bridge Speed Line

It was our 4th day in Sydney! Jenn and I had spent the day doing a bus tour out to the Blue Mountains and after a long day of site seeing we were...

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Sydney Harbour bridge, CBD and opera house after sunset, Sydney, Australia
Sydney City Panorama
by Romain Pontida

5-picture panorama stitched with Hugin, Cylindrical projection.

Sydney harbour, opera house and CBD, view from the harbour bridge
Opera House & Circle Quay at Night
by Romain Pontida

10-picture panorama stitched with Hugin, cylindrical projection

Sydney City Panorama at Sunrise
Sydney City Panorama

Panoramic view of Sydney City at sunrise

Instagram: www.instagram.com/yury_prokopenko

500px:...

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As the Sunsets - Sydney Australia
Sydney City Panorama

Want to know more about my post processing technique? Check out my tutorial!...

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Sydney City at Sunset, Australia
Sydney Harbour Skyline

日落雪梨 [ 攝於皇家植物園 Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney ] Canon EOS 5D + Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8 L II USM

皇家植物園園區裡,有一個因十九世紀時期浪漫愛情故事加持而著名的景點:麥奎理夫人石椅 (Mrs...

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Sydney Harbour Bridge
Sydney City Panorama

Sydney Harbour Bridge at night Sydney, NSW, Australia

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The Aussie Layover
Harbour Bridge

The coat hanger bridge in the blue hour. Coming back from New Zealand to San Francisco, I had a 7 hour layover in Sydney, which made the flight $400...

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Sydney Panorama
Harbour Bridge

Panoramic view of Sydney Harbour Bridge at sunrise, taken form Milsons Point

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Sleeping City
Harbour Bridge Speed Line

Sydney Harbor Bridge

I took this shot on a recent weekend away to attend FOCUS annual awards night. At the same time, we've been kindly sent some...

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Opera House & Circle Quay at Night
Opera House & Circle Quay at Night

I had just finished taking this shot: www.flickr.com/photos/joshuagunther/8411763643/in/photost.... The light in the sky was fading but I knew If I...

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Sydney Harbour Sunrise
Sydney Harbour

Sunrise at Sydney Harbour as seen form McMahons Point

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Vivid Harbour Bridge
Harbour Bridge
by J. Chea

Vivid Sydney 2014 Milsons Point, New South Wales

Another attempt to capture an unique image from a 'shot to death' location. However, judging from the number of other photographers lined up along the harbour side, there should be plenty of images with similar compositions floating around the net. Anyways, I decided to blend two exposures, incorporating the beautiful blue hour skies as a backdrop to the cityscape bathed in Vivid colours.

Hope you enjoy my humble take on a classic Sydney view!

2 exp blended in Photoshop. Comments and constructive criticisms are appreciated!

Carpe Diem!
Pylon Lookout
by J. Chea

Pylon Lookout Sydney Harbour Bridge New South Wales

In our hectic lives, it is often very easy to lose track of time and forget some of our side goals. I am definitely guilty of that! I have neglected my photography for way too long, in pursuit of other more intangible goals.

Now more about this image. A sunset shot from the pylon lookout is only possible in the month of June, as the lookout closes at 5pm. On the day of the shoot, I wasn't very optimistic about the sky, it was clear blue. The forecast predicts cloud cover clearing in the afternoon. Thankfully, I decide to go against my gut instinct and was treated with an unexpected surprise!

Just as the sun was setting, it lit up the only band of clouds that was located behind the city. By now, everyone at the lookout was congregating at the ledge, blown away by the breathtaking view. Knowing that it is impossible to set up a tripod, I increased the ISO and opted for 3 exposures bracketing. I took dozens of shots hoping to get some of them to be sharp.

In post production, I manually blended the sky with cityscape foreground to achieve the necessary dynamic range. I sometimes forget how rewarding photography can really be!

2 exp shot, edited in Lightroom and Photoshop. Comments and constructive criticisms are appreciated!

Sydney City Panorama at Dawn
Sydney City Panorama

Panoramic view of Sydney City at dawn

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Opera & Panorama
Sydney Harbour Skyline

Opera of Sydney at sunset

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Sydney Harbour Bridge
Sydney City Panorama

Sydney Harbour Bridge Sydney, Australia

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They were meant to be together-Sydney Australia
Sydney Harbour Skyline

Well folks I'm finally done with "Turbo" as of today. Its been two years of work , a lot of love, and passion put into this film. I got to say it...

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Sydney Harbour Bridge at Dusk
Sydney Harbour Bridge

The iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge taken at dusk with the last remnants of the sunset fading in the sky. In the distance, under the bridge can be seen...

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A walk in the park-Sydney Australia
Harbour Bridge

After walking across the Harbour Bridge, the night before, I glanced over and saw this park. I knew instantly it would be the perfect spot to have a...

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Sydney Harbour Brige Sunrise
Sydney Harbour

Sydney Harbour Bridge before sunrise taken from McMahons Point

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Thanks to all Phoide contributors to Sydney Harbour Bridge!
Most notably Joao Eduardo Figueiredo, Romain Pontida, George Kurzik and J. Chea.