In this article, I’ll review the F-Stop Ajna 37L DuraDiamond, a lightweight 37-liter camera backpack designed for outdoor photography. My evaluation is based on six months of use in a variety of harsh conditions. I purchased the review unit myself, and this review is not associated with F-Stop Gear.
Reviews Archive - Page 2
K&F Concept Nano-X Variable ND Filter Review
A neutral density (ND) filter reduces the amount of light entering your lens. Since photographers typically want more light, blocking some light sounds like a crazy idea. But for long exposure photography when you want to purposefully introduce motion blur, or for when you need a longer shutter speed for...
Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G Review
The Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G is a supertelephoto zoom with a great balance of characteristics. It’s long enough for distant wildlife photography, yet portable enough to carry with you. It’s not the brightest telephoto out there, but f/6.3 still allows for reasonable photos in low light.
Nikon Z5 II First Impressions
This Friday, I set my alarm for the early hours to catch the peak of bird activity. I’ll admit, I was also very curious to see how the newest member of the Nikon cameras family - the Z5 II - would perform in the field. I still need to test...
Rollei Lumis Solo 2 Review: Studio Lights for Macro Photography
In the macro photography world, light is a crucial ingredient. However, in the eternal battle for light, we often find ourselves either struggling with its scarcity or dealing with its uninspiring quality. A popular solution for macro photography is a flash - but there is also a place for constant...
DJI RS4 Mini Video Gimbal Review
In-body image stabilization, or IBIS, has become quite good at providing stabilization for photos at moderately low shutter speeds. But IBIS is not great for handheld video, and that's where video gimbals come in. These handheld devices use much larger motors to provide additional stabilization, meaning much smoother video. I...
K&F Concept 60″ Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod Review
The camera world has become saturated with third-party gear in the past few years, and there's no exception with tripods. Compared to more traditional big-name brands, some of these third-party tripods are fairly inexpensive - including carbon fiber models. But how do they perform? Today, I'll review one of them...
Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED Review
This hands-on review covers everything you need to know about the Nikon AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D, a telephoto macro lens that has earned a place in Nikon’s hall of fame. This classic lens was first made in 1993 – here’s how it measures up by today’s strict standards!
Nikon Z MC 50mm f/2.8 Macro Review
This hands-on review covers everything you need to know about the Nikon Z MC 50mm f/2.8 Macro, a lightweight macro lens for Nikon’s Z System. As a true macro lens, the 50mm MC is capable of reaching 1:1 magnification, albeit with a short working distance. Here’s how it measures up!
Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Review
The Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 is a budget telephoto zoom which offers an impressive range of focal lengths. This $1300 lens is available both for Sony E and Nikon Z, and as soon as it was announced, our readers immediately started asking me to review it. I’m happy to bring you our full tests today.