REVIEW – As a Photographer/Videographer, I have used several different types of gear to capture the best footage. I have tested and used a few different brands of gimbals, and have found that a good gimbal makes it very easy to support creativity. I have used gimbals for my Canon 5D DSLR cameras, but now …
Zhiyun Smooth 5S combo smartphone gimbal/stabilizer review Read More
REVIEW – As I continue to work on testing and reviewing products, I have found that videos add a lot of value to the review and to the interest of readers. A great tool for recording on the go and for adding interest and flexibility is a gimbal. Over the years I have tested a …
REVIEW – I have been a professional photographer as a side gig for over 15 years. All my paid photography has been for high school marching bands and drum corps. I usually have my 300mm 2.8 lens with my 1.4 extender mounted to a professional DSLR. I am on the sidelines taking action shots of …
REVIEW – Shooting cinematic video on phones has taken off in the last decade. Since smartphone cameras have gotten so good, it makes sense that people would want to use them for low-budget movies, short films, commercials, etc. Typically smartphone cameras are limited to 16×9 video so how do you shoot cinematic, widescreen footage without …
SmallRig 1.55x Anamorphic Lens review – shoot cinematic video on your phone Read More
REVIEW – Who needs a light box? Product reviewers, marketers, crafters, online sellers, bakers, or anyone who wants to create professional looking photographs of items that’ll fit inside one of them. A light box provides even lighting with either no shadows or faint shadows, and no noticeable corners to distract from the object. I’ll refer …
OMBAR Portable Photography Studio review – A light box by any other name Read More
REVIEW – My iPhone 13 Pro Max is the main camera that I use for everything from random personal snapshots, to Gadgeteer product photos and videos for my reviews. Most of the product photos that I take are handheld or with my SHOTBOX photo light box. But sometimes I need to be in front of …
REVIEW – The Artman Cute Lite lighting kit is a great little light with tons of accessories at half the price of some competitors. What is it? The Artman Cute Lite is a small cube light, perfect for photography and video that doesn’t break the bank. What’s in the box? Artman Cute Lite Storage case …
Artman Cute Lite lighting kit review – A versatile inexpensive lighting kit Read More
REVIEW – A monitor calibration tool is something I’ve wanted for years, but I’ve never dropped the money on one yet. I’ve had great monitors and terrible monitors, and a spectrum of photo printers across the years as well. It’s always been a crapshoot in terms of what gets printed out versus what I edited …
REVIEW – With the amazing advances in camera technology made in the last decade it’s now possible for aspiring videographers to create professional-level videos with little more than a smartphone and maybe a microphone and light or two. So, it’s not surprising to now see the massive camera accessories market shift toward supplying these creators …
REVIEW – JOBY is a company most well-known for their GorillaPod range of tripods for small to medium-sized cameras. In recent years they’ve released other video shooting accessories, including lights, smartphone cases, and microphones. Today we’re going to check out the Joby Wavo PRO microphone. What is it? The JOBY Wavo PRO is a …
REVIEW – I use my iPhone 13 Pro Max as my primary camera. That means I enjoy checking out a variety of accessories that can improve the images that I can capture from my phone or just make them a heck of a lot more fun and interesting. Today I want to show you the …
REVIEW – It usually seems like a great idea to increase value by taking several products and building them into a single innovative and well-constructed package, which is what the Hohem iSteady Q gimbal is. It does what it does very well. But in my experience with it, I kept coming back to the same …
Hohem iSteady Q gimbal review – Well built, great value, but do you need it? Read More
REVIEW – Mobile filmmaking has taken off in the last few years but holding a phone, keeping it steady, and being creative with on-screen controls has always been a challenge. There are mobile cages you can use to mount your phone and other accessories but they don’t necessarily help you keep the phone steady. High-end …
ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 review – an affordable gimbal for your mobile filmmaking needs Read More
REVIEW – I use my iPhone 13 Pro Max as my main (and only) camera. Except for photos that require the iPhone to be in them, that’s what I use for all my product shots for my reviews. I also use the iPhone when I go on vacation to capture memories. Over the years, I’ve …
ShiftCam ProGrip review – adds a DSLR-like grip and more to your smartphone Read More
REVIEW – Lighting can make or break your work area, and it can do the same for video. If making videos is your work, that’s a double whammy. Today’s gadget offers help in this area with some surprising sidebars. The GeoSmartPro AirLit is a wireless portable ring light with a fan. There’s also a mirror …
GeoSmartPro AirLit ring light review – keeps you cool and ready for your close-up! Read More