Geared tripod heads offer precision and efficiency for various kinds of photography workflows. However, they often come with bigger price tags. Let’s see if this fairly affordable one from Benro is worth a look. [ Read More ]
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Worth Considering? We Review the Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD for Fujifilm X
Fujifilm X Series cameras do have a reasonably usable selection of wide angle lenses available, but there is still a missing a piece. Tamron is here to fill that gap with its new 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD lens. Is it good enough? Is it worth considering instead of the Fujifilm originals? [ Read More… Continue reading Worth Considering? We Review the Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD for Fujifilm X
Sony World Photography Awards 2023 Winners and One Refused Prize
During a special gala ceremony in London, the World Photography Organization announced the winners of the Sony World Photography Awards 2023. After the ceremony, German photographer Boris Eldagsen refused his prize, trying to discuss the role of AI in photography. [ Read More ]
Are TFP Photo Shoots Really a Trade or Is Someone Simply Working for Free?
Collaborating with models for trade shoots, often referred to as TFP (Time for Print), provides a wealth of benefits to both parties involved. In this type of collaboration, neither party charges for their services, but both receive valuable assets in the form of high-quality images that can be used to build their respective portfolios. [… Continue reading Are TFP Photo Shoots Really a Trade or Is Someone Simply Working for Free?
Instagram: Give It Up Right Now and Achieve Enlightenment
Addiction. Hedonism. Chasing the dopamine hit. Just another taste. Just one more like. Ok, maybe 10, then I’m done. I swear it’s all I need! Here’s what I’m doing. Here’s what I’ve done. Here’s who’s doing this and hey, look, I’m present. Lifting the lid on the banality of everyday life. Journalists of the quotidian.… Continue reading Instagram: Give It Up Right Now and Achieve Enlightenment
The Jack of All Trades Photographer: What’s the Problem?
They say variety is the spice of life and in the world of the freelance photographer, a broad and knowledgable skill set goes a long way. So, why does knowing your way around a multitude of photographic genres breed so much disrespect in the professional world? [ Read More ]
We Review the Versatile TZM-02 Adapter From Techart
When Techart sent for review the TZM-02 Leica M to Nikon Z autofocus adapter, there was one small problem in that I couldn’t source any Leica lenses for the review, only Canon EF. But the great thing about the adapter is that it can be stacked with additional adapters, allowing for versatility for a wide… Continue reading We Review the Versatile TZM-02 Adapter From Techart
We Take a Closer Look at the Haida NanoPro Filters for the Fujifilm X100 series
Haida has released two filters specially made for the Fujifilm X100 series. There is also a dedicated lens hood available. Do you own a Fujifilm X100 camera? Perhaps these filters are interesting for you. [ Read More ]
5 New (and Old) Movies You Must Watch as a Photographer
Going into the colder autumn months, we start to spend more time at home, especially in cities with a lot of rainfall, such as Munich or London. Sitting down with a cup of warm tea or mulled wine and enjoying a movie is one of the many things I look forward to each year. [… Continue reading 5 New (and Old) Movies You Must Watch as a Photographer
The Trouble With Instagram
If I promise to not curse and do my best to keep my rants to a minimum, can we have a discussion about the ongoing dilemma for photographers which is Instagram? [ Read More ]