Opinion
There are always a half dozen or so “must-have” features touted by camera reviewers and photo enthusiasts posting on the internet. But some (or all) of them might be not be so critical for you based on how and what…
Tips and Tricks
If you’re new to videography, one question you might have is: “How do I choose a shutter speed based on my chosen frame rate?” Selecting the right video shutter speed is critical to shaping the look and feel of your…
Lenses
The Tamron 20mm f/2.8 for Sony full-frame (and APS-C) cameras is a relatively low-cost alternative to the native Sony 20mm f/1.8 lens. The Tamron is about 1/3 the cost of the Sony, but how does it stack up in terms…
Lenses
A lot has been written about the many versions of the Helios 44 lens. It’s beloved by frugal photographers the world over for its dreamy / swirly bokeh, high availability on the used market, and of course the low price….
Cameras
The FujiFilm X100 series of fixed-lens rangefinder-style cameras are loved by many and for good reason. The X100S was the first in the series to feature Fuji’s XTRANS sensor; but is it still a viable camera some 7 years later?
Cameras
An APS-C point-and-shoot camera is a great way to pack quality images into a portable package, and the FujiFilm XF10 is a great example of that. But, did Fuji miss the mark on the XF10 by giving it a poor…
Lenses
The Meike 85mm f/1.8 for Sony full-frame cameras promises a lot of imaging punch at a very attractive price point, but does this manual focus lens deliver the goods on newer cameras like the Sony A7III? Read on for my…
Lenses
The Helios 44 is a mainstay of DSLR and mirrorless camera owners because with the right adapter, if will fit on just about any camera out there…and because it’s a great lens with unique bokeh. So how does it stack…
Lenses
Budget lenses were once only manual focus, but manufacturers of the low-cost optics are now adding autofocus to more models: the Samyang 35mm f/2.8 for Sony E-Mount bodies is one such example. It’s relatively cheap, small, and light…but is the…