If you’re looking for the perfect portrait lens, maybe you should look at this Sigma 85mm f/1.4 lens. It’s part of their Art series, known for its sharpness and excellent build quality. I use this lens for weddings, portraits, and taking pictures of Mr. White, the kitten. If you want…

Despite a slow start in the digital world, the Leica M10 digital camera has made up for lost time. In particular, this model has the same slim body as the old film cameras, a very usable high ISO, and sublime image quality from a 24 megapixel sensor. I love my film Leicas and…

The Leica M6 is a classic of photographic design and excellence. I fell in love with it from the moment it sat in my hand. In the modern world, it might seem odd to have a camera with no autofocus and an optical viewfinder. But if you read this review,…

If you want to head out into the street to take photos, should you take the Fujifilm X100V with you? You’ll certainly look the part, as this is another stylish compact camera from Fujifilm. But are the X100V’s photo abilities as good as it looks? I’ve been using this little…

This Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM is from Sigma’s Art range. The range has many fans. And it is known for its sharpness and clarity. They are not cheap. But they might save you money compared to your camera manufacturer’s spec lens. With its f/1.4 maximum aperture, this lens is…

I’ve been using the Sony A7 III since it was released. I have taken thousands of photos and shot countless videos with it. So this review is based on years of hard use and intimate knowledge of its strengths and weaknesses. With a newer model available, perhaps the question is…

A wide-angle lens fits more of a scene into the frame. Learn how sensor size changes the view, how lens types differ, and how to use one for six photography subjects.

The Godox V860II flash with the X1T radio trigger is a powerful budget combo. I’ve used it quite frequently. And today, I reviewed this flashgun and transmitter kit. A good flash unit can elevate your photography… especially one you can use off-camera with radio triggering. In the past years, such…

The Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM prime lens is the latest “nifty-fifty” for Canon EF-mount cameras. These lenses have remained popular because they offer a faster aperture than most zooms. They come at a price that no half-decent zoom can match. That’s because they are simple to make and optically…

The Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM is one of the oldest lenses in my camera bag. It has outlived many fancier, more expensive lenses. And I use it almost every day. So what is it that makes this such a great little lens? And should you make room for one…

One of my favorite lenses is the Canon EF 85mm f/1.8. It’s best known as a portrait lens, but it is very versatile. It can be used for many other types of photography from product and food to street and event photography. Although it’s not an L-series lens, it still…

The Canon EF 24 f/1.4L II USM is a wide-angle lens that’s perfect for photojournalism and event photography. It also works for landscape and travel photography, although those genres don’t demand an f/1.4 lens. It offers superb image quality and a fast maximum aperture of f/1.4, making it ideal for shooting in low light conditions. The lens also features a weather-resistant construction, which makes it ideal…