Filmmakers, videographers and photographers alike always hope to have the right equipment on hand, when an opportunity for a once in a lifetime shot comes along. There are times when we either go to the most difficult terrain, or the tightest places to get our shot. On many occasions, I have found that a monopod […]
As I continue the conversation on camera sliders and time lapse devices, I do recall someone mentioning the Genie from Syrp as part of the discussion from one of my previous news stories. The Genie Motion Control Time-Lapse Device from Syrp is a relatively small device as a cube that is 4 inches all around,
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Flash photography is frequently used by photographers both indoors and outdoors for many types of photography. Indoors, flashes can be used for portrait photography, some types of product photography, and most other types of indoor events. The cost of on-camera flashes ranges from less than $100 to over $1000, varying by type, and features, and
Yongnuo Speedlite YN600EX-RT II for Canon Cameras may just be the right flash for you Read More
For those of us who pursue the adventures associated with photography and videography, traveling light is a must. We have to take so much gear in anticipation of what we might get the opportunity to shoot, that every little reduction counts. One way to reduce weight and bulk is by using a compact lightweight tripod
The MeFOTO GlobeTrotter Air Travel Tripod: Don’t leave home without it. Read More
Fashion shows are one of the events that I love to video, and on a few occasions, I have been a part of a team the included a live broadcast as a part of the event. The hustle and bustle of celebrity types lends a sense of excitement and adds energy to the environment. However,
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Within the photography industry, there are many companies that make similar products, making the choices that are right for you, very hard to make. Recently, I wrote a few news stories on photography gear belts, and I have continued to try out different makes and models for fit, finish, strength and efficiency. The B-Grip EVO
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As I continue on my quest to find the most efficient and most portable slider that is also a great “bang for the buck”, I have been looking at the foldable Crane Slider from Axler. The first feature that catches my attention is its small size and therefore portability. The next feature that is attractive
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A couple of nights ago, I was shooting some macro photography and since I shoot in manual mode, I was operating both the zoom and focus rings manually. This has always been a bit clumsy for me to do, but for some reason it really bothered me that night. Determined to find a solution, I
The FocusShifter LensShifter will make your DSLR go VAROOM! Read More
I have been looking for a powerful off-camera flash that I can use both in-studio and outdoors. I recently saw a YouTube video on the Godox AD600Pro Witstro All-In-One Outdoor Flash. This unit functions as both a flash and a modeling lamp. While it is labeled as an outdoor flash, it is usable both indoors
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Live streaming of professional events, personal events, or action scenes, has become very popular, with YouTube and Facebook and other sites filling the need to showcase content to the world. There are numerous live streaming devices that are available to accomplish the task, and they vary in price from $100s to $1000s. With most of
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Using a slider for video and to add interest to a scene, or for time-lapse photography, is not only fun but it allows you to extend the boundaries of your creativity. Over the years, I have spent a lot of money on sliders, always looking for the right movement, or length, or versatility or portability,
The Rhino Slider EVO Motorized Camera Slider is smooth, quiet and versatile Read More
In my world of portrait photography and what I call “object” photography, I frequently utilize my Canon Speedlite flash head along with a softbox to get that beautiful, wide, soft light I need to flood and enhance my subject. That kind of lighting also creates interest and enhances the detail. Thus far, the problem that
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After many years of working in the photography and videography/filmmaking industry, there are many occasions when I still find myself editing photos where dialing in the “true” color is an issue, and I have to spend extra time editing to achieve satisfactory results. Realistically, this is quite unnecessary, since there are many products that are
The Datacolor SpyderCUBE RAW Calibration Tool keeps your photos true to color Read More
What is it? The SpiderPro Single Camera System V2 is an ergonomically designed belt with integrated camera holster that allows photographers to carry their DSLR camera with any length of lens attached, comfortably and safely. What’s in the box In the package, the system I received included the SpiderPro belt with integrated Holster and the
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If you are like me, whether for photography or videography, you are always looking for ways and gear to take photos or videos in new and innovative ways, and from creative and interesting perspectives. I recently came across the iTableView Wi-Fi Camera Car that is an app controlled motorized dolly that can also be used
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Every so often, I surf around the internet looking for that luxury photo/video accessory that I don’t really need but would be a luxury to buy. While this practice can be fun, it can sometimes reveal items that are so expensive that relative to my budget, the experience can only be described as having “champagne
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If you are a photographer like me and on a budget, and you have frequently experienced the frustration of feeling like no matter how much you spend your flash never seems to recycle fast enough, then you are not alone. Flash heads with amazingly good recycle times can cost a “ton” of money, and with
The Rotolight Neo 2 LED Light promises a bright future! Read More
Whether the goal is to shoot smooth motion video to create great effects or to shoot time lapse photographs, videographers, cinematographers and photographers are constantly looking for the perfect slider to bring their creative ideas to life. I am always on the lookout for the same, and I own at least two relatively expensive sliders
The Hercules may just be the motion that you need Read More
In today’s technology-driven environment, there are so many solutions that are offered for storage and access to our documents and data. For photographers, storage space is always a challenge, and finding the right solution with the right redundancy to mitigate the risk of losing content remains a daily challenge. Most of us in the industry
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Like many photographers, I always have the need to edit and send or share photos or video while I am on the go or in the field. Over the years I have tried many different setups that always involved a laptop and carrying more than I needed or wanted to. Recently, I learned about a
Gnarbox allows you to edit and share photos and video on the go! Read More