Waterproof, shockproof, mirrorless and with a 14mp sensor larger than most point-and-shoot sensors, the Nikon 1 AW1 is the only camera in its class. It seemed an ideal choice for a photographer with a bad case of pixelitis who was going to ride an overgrown innertube down the raging rapids...
Ruggard Legion 45 Messenger Bag Review
Like most photographers I have a few different gear bags and none of them seems to be the perfect solution to meet all of my needs. I further compound this problem by buying more gear, then kicking myself in the butt when my storage and transport issues get even more...
Vello Econo Extension Tube Set for Nikon 1 Mount Review
Many people who own Nikon 1 camera gear have an interest in close up photography. Unfortunately at the time of writing of this article there was no 1 Nikon macro lens available. Photographers can use their DX or FX Nikkor macro lenses on their Nikon 1 bodies by using an...
Recommended Nikon D750 Settings
The Nikon D750 is an advanced camera with many different menus and settings, and it can be overwhelming for a lot of photographers at first. So, in this article, I want to explain all the camera settings on the Nikon D750 and provide some recommendations for how to set your...
Autumn Images at Letchworth State Park
Earlier this week I made a quick trip to Letchworth State Park and I spent a few hours taking photographs. The autumn colours will soon disappear for another season so I was very happy to squeeze in this visit. (more…)
Nikon D750 Review
The full-frame Nikon D750 DSLR was introduced in 2014 during the Photokina show in Germany. Packing Nikon's advanced 51-point Multi-CAM 3500 FX II autofocus system, a 24 MP sensor, 6.5 FPS continuous shooting speed, built-in WiFi, and a very lightweight weather-sealed construction, the D750 sits between the D610 and the...
Street Photography in Greece
As a follow up to my recent Images in Greece article, this piece features some examples of street photography done while in Greece. This style of photography by its very nature is a very personal thing. What appeals to one person may leave others scratching their heads. So if you’re...
Photographing High School Lacrosse
Lacrosse, like American Football, is played on a large field, however the differences between the two sports are numerous. The ball used in Lacrosse is quite small, so you need a sharp eye to follow it. The helmets worn by the players cover most of their faces with a grid...
Images of Greece
Like many couples, my wife and I talked about going to Greece for many years. Fortunately for us the stars aligned this fall and we were able to go on a bus tour/island hopping holiday. While this type of holiday is not ideal from a photography standpoint it did allow...
FotodioX WonderPana FreeArc Filter System Review
When it comes to ultra-wide-angle lenses, the Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8G is an outstanding choice, thanks to its top-notch corner-to-corner sharpness, amazing colors, and superb performance throughout the focal range. The lens has become a legend, outperforming most ultra wide-angle primes on the market in terms of resolution. As I have...