Whenever I look at a great picture in a magazine or in a gallery or even on the web, almost instantly there’s a voice in my head that says, “I should try that. It looks so good. I’m inspired.” 99% of the times there’s a much louder voice that checks me and says, “Only if I had the proper gear and the access to a studio and props and models and lenses and camera...”. The list … [Read more...]
Review: Tamrac Velocity 9x vs. Lowepro 250 Fastpack Camera Bag
Like many other photographers I’ve tried numerous brands and designs. I don’t have an enormous amount of gear, but with a 70-200mm, a 100mm macro and a 17-50mm, along with a speedlite, filters, cables, diffuser and batteries my on the road kit begins to add up, both in terms of weight and required accessibility. After all, if we can’t easily access our gear then we’re inclined … [Read more...]
Canon unveil the future of imaging
Canon have unveiled a wide range of new products and concept imaging technologies which will shape the future of imaging for consumer, professional, business, and healthcare environments at Canon EXPO 2010 in Paris. Building on a history of continuous innovation and re-affirming its goal to develop products recognised as number one in their categories, Canon will be … [Read more...]
Get Creative : The Lensbaby Composer
It is one thing to use post production software such as Aperture or Lightroom to enhance the look of your photos but what about getting creative at the point of capture. This morning I have been playing with the brilliant Lensbaby Composer. If you haven't heard of this lens before well in short if offers greater focus / bokeh control with a selective focus on particular … [Read more...]
Poll Results : How many Lenses do you own ?
I know a photographer who swears that he only needs one lens, a 24-70mm f2.8. In a recent poll we asked readers if they were only allowed one lens which would it be with the 50mm lens coming out firmly on top (read more here). Over the last few months I have been looking at what lens I own and what they are used for and I am beginning does too much choice hinder creativity. … [Read more...]