What I want in my next camera…
Since I recently sold off my Panasonic Lumix GX80 to raise essential funds for potential University accommodation fees I have been wondering what features I would like in my next camera. The decision to sell off the GX80 was quite an easy one to make as it wasn’t getting as much use as I would have liked and in the time I owned it (just over a year maybe 18 months) I discovered some operational issues that made things harder than they needed to be.
Choosing an Event Photographer
With the UK comic convention scene in full flow I’ve seen many requests from people on Facebook groups asking for photographers to shoot with while at a convention. This article is a basic guide to what you should be looking out for before taking on someone’s services.
I’m not dead… at least not yet anyways…
Well it’s been about a month since my last post and with this being Mental Health Awareness week I thought I should give you an update on how things are…
Achievement Unlocked!
One of my goals for 2018 was to attend more conventions than last year when I first ventured into Anime & Cosplay themed conventions. Starting quite late in the year (April I believe) I attended 4 conventions and 2 fan meetups.
Godox G1 Updater Issue
Yesterday I tried updating the firmware on my Godox X1T-O and TT685O flashguns. While the X1T-O went well after realising that the controller needs to be powered off with no batteries. The same couldn’t be said for the TT685’s.
Convention Appearances in 2018
Well it’s that time of the year when Convention season kicks off so here is the list of confirmed events I will be attending up to the start of March.
Panasonic Lumix GX80 Review – One Year On
I purchased the Lumix GX80 last December after my second Canon EOS film SLR finally gave up the ghost. Making the transition from film to digital was (and still is) something of a learning curve which requires you to get used to changing your approach somewhat.
The Secret of Great Photography is…
How many times have you heard this phrase or read about it..? Too many times I bet! If you really want to know the secret is..? Well it’s no secret it is simply this…
What Camera Should I Buy?
This is a question that crops up all the time and it can really infuriate experienced photographers (e.g. Karl Taylor).
The answer I prefer to give is “one that takes pictures”*
Yes my answer does have a dose of sarcasm but with good reason. Camera manufacturers slick advertising campaigns have brainwashed the public into thinking that buying a better camera will make them take better pictures. But here’s the truth… THEY WON’T.