For most of us, the duck we know (and love?) is the widespread Mallard. You can see it across the world: Europe, Asia, North America, and it has even been introduced to Australia and New Zealand. But today I'm going to introduce you to a duck that is different in...
Insta360 X3 Field Review: A Versatile Action Camera
The Insta360 X3 is an interesting action camera. Even though it targets the GoPro in some ways, it is a radical departure in terms of form factor, thanks to a pair of fisheye lenses on the front and back. Does it deliver on the promise of 360-degree video, 360 panorama...
TTArtisan 100mm f/2.8 Macro 2:1 Tilt-Shift Field Review
The world of 100mm macro lenses a crowded one. From name-brand to third party options, there are dozens of options for all budgets and requirements. Yet among that crowd, the TTArtisan 100mm f/2.8 ultra-macro tilt-shift stands out thanks to the wide array of features packed into the lens, including 2:1...
Nikon D3 vs Nikon Z9: Titans from Different Eras
Have you ever tried to imagine the outcome of a battle between two armies whose weapons and military strategies are separated by a century of development? Having recently got my hands on Nikon’s first full-frame flagship DSLR, the famous D3, I decided to try a similar experiment.
Photography News: New Cheap Macro Lens, Nikon Zf Rumors
For an upcoming article, I have prepared an interesting look into the past. I got my hands on a Nikon D3 camera and I had an idea that... well, I don't want to spoil it. Instead, I want to share a curiosity with you. When I downloaded the D3's photos...
One Year After Moving to Mirrorless
It’s been just over a year since I decided to protect my finances from inflation with some “sensible” investments. Stocks? Real estate? No – my limited imagination always came back to the idea of a new camera. In the end, I bought a mirrorless body for the first time, the Nikon Z9.
What’s the Best Nikon Z Midrange Zoom?
I've had the privilege to test all of Nikon's Z-series midrange zooms extensively over the last several years, both in the field and in the lab. Nikon hasn't been shy about making them, either! There are six full-frame Nikon Z midrange zooms so far, ranging from the cheapest 24-50mm f/4-6.3...
How to Get Started in Underwater Photography Without Wasting Money
If you've considered starting underwater photography for the first time, maybe you were put off by how expensive and gear-intensive it can be. And it's true - transitioning from taking photos on dry land to capturing stunning underwater images isn't easy! It requires careful planning and strategic gear investments. That's...
5 More Common Mistakes in Bird Photography
Last week, I listed five common mistakes that can thwart your efforts to capture the perfect bird photograph. Today, I will add to my miniseries with another quintet of common mistakes in bird photography. When you’re photographing birds – and other wildlife subjects – keep these things in mind!
Photography News: Weekly Challenge Results, Great Zeiss Discounts
From now on, we are putting the results and information about the photography challenge in this weekly news article to make it easier to see everything in one place. Don't worry, the challenges will still continue and we will still feature a few of the submissions every week! I'll give you...