Over the past few months I have had the opportunity to test and use the Airport Commuter backpack from Think Tank while taking it on trips as well as using it around town. In this review, I will look at the backpack in detail, go over its features and discuss...
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Think Tank Hydrophobia 300-600 v2.0 Review
If you don’t get out to take photos when it's raining or snowing, then you are missing some great opportunities! In this review of the Think Tank Hydrophobia 300-600 v2.0, I will go over the features of this protective cover, talk about its use and how it helps me capture...
How to Use a Monopod
While a good, sturdy tripod is often best for stabilizing your gear, there are times when a monopod is more convenient and/or can be a big help in supporting larger camera/lens combinations. In keeping with Nasim's mention in the Focus and Recompose Technique article that we would be doing some...
Oben CT-2320 Tripod Review
While tripods aren't glamorous, are a hassle to carry and despite gains in vibration reduction/image stabilization, it is still almost essential to have one in every photographer's tool bag. When looking to photograph landscapes or wildlife, many times the difference between a nice photo and a great photo can be...
To What Lengths Will You Go to Get “The Shot”?
To what lengths will you go to get "The Shot"? A few weekends ago, I accompanied a good friend of mine (we’ll call him "Dave" mostly because that is... uh...well that what his mother called him!) to a large sporting goods store to shop for hunting equipment. I thought that...
Oben CTM-2500 Carbon Fiber Monopod Review
For low light shooting or when using a large lens, a tripod is generally your best bet but wildlife and sports photographers often will opt for a monopod when a tripod is not convenient or when they need a break from hefting a heavy rig. In this review, we will...
Lowepro Pro Roller x200 Review
The Lowepro Pro Roller x200 is an option to the recently reviewed Think Tank Airport International roller bag. How does the Lowepro measure up to the fine bag from Think Tank that we enjoyed to use? Find out in this quick review. (more…)
Think Tank Airport International v2.0 Review
In our previous bag reviews, readers have commented positively on their experiences with Think Tank products, a company well known for making quality photographic bags and accessories. When carrying substantial amounts of gear while traveling, it is nice to have the features of a roller bag, so let’s take a...
Nikon MC-36 Multi-Function Remote Review
After reviewing the Nikon ML-3 Compact Modulite Remote and the Vello FreeWave Plus remotes with more basic features, we now turn our attention to the Nikon MC-36 Multi-Function Remote which has been kindly provided to us by B&H Photo – the world’s largest photo and video equipment reseller where we...
Vello FreeWave Plus Wireless Remote Review
This is the second in a series of quick reviews of remotes, the Vello FreeWave Plus, which has been kindly provided to us by B&H Photo – the world’s largest photo and video equipment reseller where we buy most of our equipment. (more…)