Monthly Archives: February 2016
Review: Garmin Virb XE
Introduction and features Garmin’s XE action camera is an evolution in design over the original Virb Elite and features a complete redesign in both looks and control. The Virb XE takes capturing the action to another level. Not only can … Continue reading
Canon Files Patent for CN-E 24-70mm f/2.8 Cinema Zoom
According to the Egami Blog, Canon has filed a patent for a CN-E 24-70mm f/2.8 L S lens. The curious thing about this patent is that Canon already makes a CN-E 30-105 T2.8 L S lens. With so little to differentiate … Continue reading
Why is Monitor Calibration Important and How to do it
Why you need to calibrate your monitor If there one thing that’s certain about photos on the internet, it’s that nobody is seeing exactly the same thing as you. In general, most screens are too bright, and have whatever default … Continue reading
Valentine’s day snowflake
I already posted this interesting tiny crystal almost a year ago, and this is re-processed version with slightly better contrast and colors: 1200 * 900 Prints available at Pixels.com / FineArtAmerica.com, RedBubble.com. This variant have bigger cropping, and may be … Continue reading
Review: SJCAM SJ5000X
Introduction and features 4K video has been one of the big selling points for the premium GoPro Hero Black series, but now 4K is appearing in the latest batch of budget action cameras, including the SJCAM SJ5000X. SJCAM SJ5000X at … Continue reading
Vello FreeWave Fusion Wireless Flash Trigger for Canon – $24.95 Shipped (Reg. $39.95)
B&H has the Vello FreeWave Fusion Wireless Flash Trigger for Canon available for $ 24.95 with free shipping. Regularly $ 39.95. Product Highlights Frequency: 433 MHz Flash Triggering Range up to 50′ Shutter Triggering Range up to 150′ Channels: 16 Flash … Continue reading
Hands-on review: Olympus PEN-F
Introduction and features Olympus isn’t just hinting at the PEN-F’s photographic heritage, design, construction and craftsmanship, it’s laying it on with a trowel. This is not a camera for bargain-hunters, but one designed for discerning photographers who "appreciate the finer … Continue reading
Canva, the Free* Online Design Software
Looking for a way to create professional looking layouts for Facebook posts, marketing flyers, letterheads, event invitations and more? Canva may be what you’re looking for. Canva.com is a free*, online design software platform. It’s simple to learn, easy to use … Continue reading
Adobe Bridge CC 6.2 Promises Faster Loading, Better Importing From Macs
Once Adobe brought Lightroom into the mix, the Bridge workflow software always seemed to occupy a bit of an odd space in its overall hierarchy. For those who are unfamiliar, Bridge is something of a companion piece of software for … Continue reading
Review : WD MyCloud Mirror Personal Cloud Storage
Some would argue that, these days, it’s just as important to backup our mobile (camera) devices for the very reason we backup our regular digital photographs. Here’s my take on doing just that with my review of the My Cloud Mirror. … Continue reading
Creating a Pond Inside a Photography Studio
What’s the best way to light a small pond? Create the pond yourself. That’s what Spanish photographer Gonzaga Manso did, using an inflatable pool along with some rocks and fake vegetation to create this stunning surreal portrait of an elderly couple in … Continue reading
7 reasons why a CSC is better than a DSLR
Landscape photographer Steve Gosling tells us why he thinks you should ditch your DSLR for a lighter CSC Landscape photographer Steve Gosling tells us why he thinks you should ditch your DSLR for a lighter CSC What Digital Camera