Camera gear

Miiasi Tripod Selfie stick review

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REVIEW – The world of small, portable tripods and selfie sticks has really exploded since the car-antenna-type telescoping rod took over the market in the late 1990s. Recent improvements in this area have included moving from chrome-covered rods to adding a tripod base. A recent release from Miiasi, their quaintly named 62″ Phone Tripod – […]

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ThermalMaster P2 camera review – Use it to find ghosts or hot spots, you decide

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REVIEW – I recently got my hands on the ThermalMaster P2, touted as the world’s second smallest thermal camera. With a temperature range of -4°F to 1022°F, this tiny powerhouse promises to bring professional-grade thermal imaging to your fingertips. Let’s see if it’s as hot as they claim it is. What is it? The ThermalMaster

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These sunglasses have ND filters that let you dial down the brightness!

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NEWS – Shutterbugs, photo buffs, and people who like interesting gear will appreciate these unique sunglasses from Lombell. These wire-framed sunglasses feature polarized lenses with UV400 protection and adjustable ND filters that turn to change the brightness level. With 9 settings, they will definitely turn heads when people see them. The Lombell sunglasses are priced

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Made for photographers, this multi-tool is useful for anyone!

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NEWS – What features would you expect a multi-tool designed by a photographer to have? An f-stop checker? A wrench to adjust the mirror on a mirrorless camera? Actually, the David Manning EDC Clip Tool by Blue Kondor has features that anyone can use. It has a spring-loaded slide gate for fidgeting fun, a bit

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Sandmarc Probe Lens review

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REVIEW – It’s amazing how far phone cameras have evolved over the years. When the first smartphones were introduced, most people used a dedicated point-and-shoot camera. Today, most people don’t even own a dedicated point-and-shoot camera and use their phone as their primary camera. While the latest phone cameras are great, they aren’t perfect for

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Zhiyun CINEPEER CX100 Video Light review – And then there was light and a lot of it!

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REVIEW – Whether you’re looking to add a little or a lot of light at your next shoot, the Zhiyun CINEPEER CX100 Video Light can give you the right amount of illumination you need for your subject and is designed to enhance your video or photo experience.  With the CX100’s small size, not only can you

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SANDMARC Telephoto 6x Lens review – extra optical zoom for your iPhone photography

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REVIEW – Mobile photography has become a passion of mine in the last few years. Since cameras in phones have become so good, it’s easy to always have a good camera with me for most of what I want to shoot. I’m definitely an amateur photographer, but I enjoy learning more and finding tools that

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APEXEL 3-in-1 PhoneMicro 5 Kit review – Turn your phone into a 200x microscope

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REVIEW – I’ve been interested in macro photography since childhood when my dad got into photography and won an award for a macro shot of a dandelion. His love of cameras and close-up photography rubbed off on me. Current smartphone cameras usually have decent close-up capability, but special lenses like the APEXEL 3-in-1 PhoneMicro 5

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Feiyu SCORP 2 Gimbal review – Stabilize your video footage

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REVIEW – I am primarily a photographer, but very occasionally dabble in creating videos. My daughter always created personalized videos that we still treasure to this day. When the Feiyu SCORP 2 stabilizer came up for review, I knew I wanted to give it a try. I wanted to know if this gimbal can help

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SmallRig FreeBlazer Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit review – solid specs, sturdy construction, good value

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REVIEW – A solid tripod system is crucial for any kind of video or film production. While handheld shooting is increasingly popular all the time, there is still going to be a need for a solid tripod setup. There are many manufacturers with endless combinations of tripod heads & legs to choose from, so which

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Peak Design Slide camera strap review

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REVIEW – I am well acquainted with numerous products from Peak Design, ranging from their travel bags and gear to some of their photography-focused items. Therefore, I was eager to evaluate the Peak Design Slide, specifically in the Ash colorway, alongside the other two Peak Design camera straps that I already owned. What is it?

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Hollyland Mars M1 Enhanced Monitor review – Enhanced 5.5″ wireless transceiver video monitor

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REVIEW – Ever since I tested and reviewed the Hollyland Mars 4k Transmitter/Receiver kit, I became a fan of their products. I use the kit every week in my studio and on the go at my church every Sunday. I also carry my Oukitel Tablet with me so I can remotely monitor the video transmission.

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Smallrig FreeRover AP-100 carbon fiber tripod review – light and fast!

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REVIEW – I am, at best, an amateur photographer. I don’t have a lot of fancy equipment. I do have what I consider to be a good camera but my tripod was getting long in the tooth. One of the legs just flops around willy-nilly and I have to take apart the head numerous times

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Xinfrared One XH09 thermal camera review – see like an enhanced ninja!

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REVIEW – The cost of thermal imaging cameras is decreasing rapidly as the technology to produce them is refined and the supply is increasing. But more than being an example of macroeconomics these cameras are super useful, always gaining new features, and are now available as accessories for smartphones. I have an Xinfrared One XH09

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Pivo Max smart gimbal review – AI powered video capture

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REVIEW – Learning new things is difficult. Improving on them takes looking at your performance objectively, or having a coach who will do so. With today’s video technology, you can now video your performance and review it later, but what if you move around? Enter the Pivo Max, a moving “smart gimbal” for your smart

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SANDMARC Microscope lens review – Get up close and personal with your photography

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REVIEW – Ever since my dad won a photography contest by taking a close-up photo of a dandelion when I was a kid, I’ve been interested in macro photography. A macro mode has been a must-have feature when upgrading/buying new phones because, for many years now, my phone has become my daily camera, even for

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