Going Back to Basics – My Week With a Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II Lens
The demise of my first Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II lens was an unfortunate one. First, I dropped it -...
Gear: DJI Mavic Air Drone Review – Better than the Mavic Pro?
Slowly but surely I've begun to set my sights higher when it comes to my photography. Literally. I got my...
Photography Equipment Tips for an Africa Photo Safari
There’s no doubt that booking and planning for an Africa photo safari is an exciting time, especially if it’s your...
Full Frame VS Crop Sensor VS Micro Four Thirds: Camera Sensors Explained
‘DSLR Camera, Full-Frame, Crop Sensor’- Just 3 terms which are prevalent in virtually every discussion involving photography. The two terms...
The (Almost) Perfect Autofocus of the Sony a7R III: a Hands-On Review
Focus is one of the most important concepts for a photographer. It can make or break an image. Whether you’re...
Gear Review: The Lumix G9 Mirrorless Camera
When I bought my first full-frame DSLR many years ago (an original Canon 5D), I thought I’d discovered the pinnacle...
Nikon Custom Modes of the D750 and D500. Which mode is best?
Customization is a big trend. From 3D printing to personalizing phones to our face, customization is becoming a requested product...
How Using the SpiderPro Camera System V2 Changed My Life
As a professional wildlife and adventure photographer, I am accustomed to carting heavy camera equipment from location to location. You’ll...
Essential Portrait Photography Gear You Need When Starting Out
My last post was on equipment to have when starting out as a wedding photographer. I am not reiterating what...
$400 Camera VS $4,000 Camera – Can a Professional Photographer Spot the Difference?
In this video, Peter McKinnon asks the question "Can a professional photographer tell the difference between a $400 camera and...
Advantages DSLRs Have Over Smartphones, and Why They’ll Always Have Them
I love watching the annual press events of Apple, Google, Samsung and others where they show off their latest high-tech...
Essential Tools for Making Videos on Your Mirrorless Camera
The mirrorless camera wars are heating up with the announcements of the Nikon Z7, Canon EOS R, and Panasonic full-frame....
Nine Ways to Boost Your Kit Lens Creativity
The first lens many photographers will own is the kit lens. This lens typically covers a focal range of 18-55mm...
4 of the Best Lenses for Creative Dog Photography
It’s now estimated that of the 12 million households in the UK, 44% have pets. This equates to approximately 51...
Wedding Photography Gear You Need When Starting Out
What's in your bag? Weddings are vibrant and full of emotions, making it all too easy to have a purely...
5 Reasons to Use Prime Lenses For Better Photos
The difference between prime lenses and zoom lenses can often be a source of confusion for photographers who are picking...
Review Tamrac Anvil Pro Series Backpacks
Review Tamrac Anvil Pro Series Backpacks Camera backpacks are abused, and I mean seriously mistreated. We need them to be...
Samyang 14mm f/2.8 Lens – Astrophotography On A Budget
When it comes to choosing lenses, there are two main schools of thought. The first is to use a minimum...
How to Choose the Right Tripod for Landscape Photography
A tripod is an essential piece of equipment for a landscape photographer. Sure, you won't always need to use it....
Gear Review: Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM Lens
Sony has very quickly risen to be a photography powerhouse in the professional world. With their collection of impressive mirrorless...
How to Use a Black and White Filter to Improve Your Photos
In photography, you're always looking for that extra percentage improvement in your work. One of the best ways you can...
Why We Have Such a Love-Hate Relationship with Mirrorless Cameras
It’s odd how some ideas seem to cascade once our minds start churning. I recently wrote about the weird fascination...
