Summer is one of my favourite times to experiment with filters – especially Neutral Density filters. I always keep a selection of ND filters in my camera backpack. I’ll use these filters for everything from portraits to long exposures. The Kenko REALPRO ND filter kit includes the most common ND […]
A good speedlight and trigger is indispensable for most photographers. You can pop one on your camera and add a touch of fill light; you can add the trigger and put your flash almost anywhere to be used as a key light or fill. For those photographers who know, we […]
We now are enjoying beautiful sunny days with gorgeous spring colours everywhere we turn. What a great opportunity to enjoy the spectacular colour renditions of 35mm PHOENIX colour negative film. This film has become one of my all time favourites. Wildly spectacular deep saturated images on sunny days offering an […]
The VEO Adaptor series of backpacks from Vanguard are an update to the most-popular backpack in Vanguard’s history – the original Adaptor. Available in four models with either rear access or side access and four sizes, there’s a VEO Adaptor backpack for every photographer. Available in classic black, all VEO […]
We just tested the new Laowa 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D FF. Here are some of our favourite features! This lightweight auto-focusing lens with full-frame capability is available in Nikon Z and Sony E-mount. It features an ultra-wide angle of view of 130.4° while maintaining a weight of only 0.93 lb. / […]
Laowa 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D Full Frame Autofocus Lens Laowa’s first autofocus lens is also one of the widest rectilinear full frame lenses available. Released to coincide with Venus Optics 10 Year Anniversary, this is a typical Laowa lens with many standout features: an ultrawide 130° field of view, 4.7” close […]
“Real Photographers Shoot B&W Film” – This quote is from my dear friend Ted Grant Ted had an irreverent sense of humour intended to stir animated conversation, and he was successful in spades! His message was to encourage photographers not to shoot trivial snap shots. Film shooters in general tended […]
I’ve been using Laowa Nanomorph 1.5X Anamorphics for almost a year now. They have quickly become one of my favourite go-to lenses. Combining a clean look with a touch of anamorphic charm and subtle vintage tones, they have proven to be incredibly versatile for a wide range of projects. […]
When asked to review the HARMAN EZ35 Camera I expected the quirky results similar to a Lomo or Holga camera with associated strong vignetting and an overall lack of snap… NOT SO! This camera is truly a marvellous image maker! These photos are worth a thousand words and speak to […]
In the fast-changing world of photography and videography, having a reliable and versatile tripod is essential for capturing the perfect shot. The Vanguard VEO 3+ 263AB 160S, equipped with the new Dual-Axis Ball Head, stands out as a premium all-in-one tripod kit that caters to the diverse needs of photographers, […]
