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Shooting Photos with the Sony a6700: A Hands-on Review
The Sony a6700 is the latest and top model in Sony’s impressive Alpha APS-C lineup of cameras. They’re especially notable for their balanced blend of stills and video shooting. Here, I’m focusing on using the a6700 to shoot photos.
OM System OM-5 High ISO Tests with Sample Images
I’ve been testing out the OM System OM-5 under some challenging lighting conditions. Here’s a selection of images I’ve shot with the OM-5 in low-light conditions at high ISOs to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
Fastest microSD Card Speed Tests / 2024
Looking for authentic independent microSD card speed tests for your action camera or other device? Here are the fastest microSD cards I’ve tested so far.
Fastest SD Card Speed Test Results / May 2024
Looking for authentic independent SD card speed tests for your camera? Here are the fastest SD cards I’ve tested so far.
New Scam Targeting Photos on Websites
I get a lot of scam emails. I nearly always just ignore them, but this one caught my eye as one with a novel twist and for being particularly relevant to photographers.
Are We Headed Toward a Future Where Cameras Become Subscription Platforms?
As firmware becomes more and more important to how cameras work, we might see a shift in the very nature of our cameras, how we interact with them, and how they work.
Shooting Stitched Panoramas Handheld
Panoramas can provide a very different perspective to a scene than a traditional single-shot image. And also a super-high-resolution one. Traditional best practices for shooting panoramas involve using a solid tripod and a specialized panorama head. But you don’t always need fancy and cumbersome equipment to shoot eye-catching panoramas, and quite often it can actually be an advantage.
Shooting Panoramas with the Nikon Zf: In Praise of Opportunistic Panoramas
I’ve been shooting some on-the-fly panoramas with the Nikon Zf. Here’s how it went and the settings I used.
The Stunning Photography of Ripley
I don’t do movie reviews or review TV shows. And I’m not going to start now. But I do want to talk about Ripley, a stylish new limited series on Netflix. Because it’s like a masterclass in black and white photography.
How to Recover Deleted Photos from SD Card
Discover how to recover photos from an SD card that seemingly disappeared. Learn the do’s and don’ts of SD card recovery and explore both free and paid options available for retrieving your lost photos.
What are the Different Types of SD Cards & Which is Best for What?
There are several different types of SD card, as well as multiple speed rating systems and cryptic codes. Here’s a rundown of what the differences are.
Fujifilm X-T5 Sample Images
I’ve been testing out the new Fujifilm X-T5 mirrorless camera. Here are some sample images I’ve taken with it under real-world shooting conditions to give a sense of how it performs in general shooting.
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Sony 15mm f1.4 vs Sigma 16mm f1.4: A Side-by-Side Comparison
I’ve been shooting with these two fast wide-angle primes for Sony E-mount. Here’s my take on how they compare.
Nikon D850 High ISO Sample Images
If you’d like to get a visual sense of the image quality out of the Nikon D850 at high ISOs, here’s a selection of high-resolution images I’ve taken with it.
Sony a6700 Sample Images / Image Quality Tests
If you’d like to see some photos taken with the Sony a6700, here’s a selection of sample images images I’ve taken with it. It includes a mix of scenes and settings.
Sony a6700 High ISO Sample Images
If you’d like to see some real-world examples of high ISO images taken with the Sony a6700, here’s a selection of high-resolution images in JPG and RAW.
Sigma 16mm f1.4 Hands-on Review – Wide-angle Lens for Sony E-Mount
This is my hands-on review of the Sigma 16mm Æ’/1.4 DC DN lens, which I’ve been using on a Sony a6700.
Sigma 16mm f1.4 Sample Images – Wide-angle Lens for Sony E-Mount
Here’s a selection of images I’ve taken using the Sigma 16mm Æ’/1.4 DC DN prime lens on a Sony a6700.
Sony 15mm f1.4 Hands-on Review – Wide-angle Prime for Sony E-Mount
Here’s my hands-on review of the Sony E 15mm Æ’/1.4 G prime lens for Sony APS-C Alpha cameras.
Sony 15mm f1.4 Sample Images – Wide-angle Lens for Sony E-Mount
Here are some sample images I’ve taken with the Sony E 15mm f/1.4 G lens on a Sony a6700. It’s a fast prime designed for Sony’s cropped-sensor APS-C cameras in the Alpha range.
What Type of HDMI Port Does the Sony a6700 Have?
If you’re trying to output a video stream directly from your Sony a6700, you’ll want to use the camera’s HDMI port. But there are different types of HDMI port. Here’s what you need to know about the specific types the a6700 uses and the type of HDMI cable you’ll need.
How to Enable Manual Focus Override on the Sony a6700
On the Sony a6700, the manual focus ring on lenses is disabled by default. Here’s how to enable manual focus override on this camera.
Shooting Silently with the Sony a6700
The Sony a6700 has a Silent Mode setting that serves as a shortcut to quiet shooting. But there are some tweaks and limitations worth knowing about.
How to Enable the Sony a6700’s Framing Grid
Framing grids can be really useful tools for keeping elements in the frame aligned. If you’re a Sony a6700 shooter, here’s how to enable framing grids, with examples of the available options.
How to Securely Wipe an SD Card on Mac
Most cameras can only do what’s known as a quick format of the memory card, which leaves the actual data in place. So here’s how to do a more thorough and secure full format on Mac using reliable and free tools.
Back-Button Focus on the Sony a6700
Back-button focus on a camera is useful when you separate the focusing process from the shutter release. This technique allows you to lock focus on a subject and then recompose the shot without the camera refocusing when you press the shutter button. Here’s how to set up back-button focus on the Sony a6700.
How to Format the SD Card in a Sony a6700
It’s best practice to format the memory card in the camera you’ll be using it in. Here’s how to do it on the Sony a6700, including the options for quick format and full format.
How to Adjust Auto ISO Limits on the Sony a6700
If you find that the ISO seems stuck on too low when using Auto ISO, this is the setting to change.
Basics.Photography
What Does 35mm Equivalent Mean? How Sensor Size & Lens Focal Length Combine
Photography has many confusing terms. And one of the most confusing is “35mm equivalent.” You’ll see it when talking about lenses. So what does it mean?
Pros & Cons of Buying Gray Market Camera Gear
Found a deal on a new camera or lens that seems too good to be true? It might be gray market. So what does that mean? And what are the risks in buying gray market gear?
Venus Optics Laowa Lens Codes
Laowa lenss use various codes in their names to denote compatibility or particular features. Here’s how to make sense of them.
What is a Prime Lens?
You might have heard recommendations that if you want the fastest and sharpest lenses you should use prime lenses. So what is a prime lens?
What is the Sunny 16 Rule?
If you’ve ever seen mention of the Sunny 16 Rule and wondered what it means, here’s an explanation.
What is a Fast Lens?
Get to grips with fast lenses–what they are, how they work and why they’re so popular among photographers. Learn what defines a fast lens, the benefits of shooting with one, and good lenses to start with. Plus, discover some lens gotchas to watch out for.
What Does It Mean When a Lens Has an Aperture Range Like Æ’/4.5-6.3 in its Name?
Some zoom lenses have an aperture range like Æ’/4.5-6.3 in their names. Here’s what that means.
Rokinon Lens Codes
The names of Rokinon lenses include special codes to indicate compatibility and features. Here’s how to make sense of them.
Sony Lens Codes Explained
Sony uses a bunch of confusing codes in naming their camera lenses. Here’s how to make sense of them.
Pentax Lens Codes
Pentax has used a bunch of codes in naming their camera lenses over the years. So what do they all mean? Here’s a guide.
What are Series-Size Filters?
You don’t come across series-size filters much anymore, but if you’re using a vintage manual-focus lens, you might run into them.
Identifying Kodak 35mm & 120/220 Film Stock from Edgeprint Codes
Here are the edgeprint codes Kodak uses for 35mm (135) and medium-format (120/220) film stock, including black and white, color negative, and color transparency films.