My journey with filters has been a long and complicated one. From starting out in photography and not really understanding the need for them to spending a fortune on them. I’m probably not unique in this journey. I imagine that most photographers have gone through this torment at some point in their photographic journey. Fifteen … [Continue Reading] “Switching Filter Systems”
Another new year begins and as the calendars roll over from 2024 to 2025, it’s time once again to pick up my camera. After a busy 2024 finishing off the renovations on our bungalow, I need to set aside some time to focus on my photography. To push me to do that, I’ll be undertaking … [Continue Reading] “Project 52 for 2025”
If you spend any time in online photography communities, reading blogs or watching the YouTube channels of respected photographers you have no doubt been told that gear doesn’t matter. Except sometimes it does. I’ve recently added a new monopod and head to my kit bag, the Leofoto MP-364C monopod and the MPG-01 gimbal head. Read … [Continue Reading] “Leofoto MP-364C and MPG-01 Head”
I’ll be heading back to Silverstone this weekend to photograph the British GT and supporting races. I’ll also be taking a new piece of gear to try out and see what difference it makes to my images. Once again, the CEO of the company I work for will be taking part in the feature race, … [Continue Reading] “Heading Back To Silverstone”
Having recently added the Nikon Z8 to my camera bag, I’ve made the decision that it’s time to start upgrading my lenses to the Z mount. After the Nikkor Z 24-120mm f4 that came in the Z8 kit, my first addition is the Nikkor Z 180-600mm f5.6-6.3 VR. Why Buy This Lens When I purchased … [Continue Reading] “Nikkor Z 180-600mm f5.6-6.3 VR”