So you’ve got your Z6 III — which I think is Nikon’s sweet spot for people who prioritise photography. But with so many Z-mount lenses, it can be hard to figure out what you actually need to shoot the photos you want. If you’re just starting out, it’s easy to fall into the trap of … Read more
Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon Z6III – Which Should You Buy? The Fujifilm X-T5 is, in my opinion, Fuji’s best photographer’s camera. The image quality is excellent, the handling is unique in today’s market, and the autofocus, despite what some say, is more than good enough in most real situations. But the internet will tell you … Read more
As photographers, we love to pretend we’re being sensible. We tell ourselves we need to choose between two lenses — one or the other, that’s it. We can’t justify owning both… at least, that’s what we say out loud. But the truth is we’re already quietly picturing both in the bag — it’s just a … Read more
35mm is the focal length I always come back to. I own a 35mm (or the equivalent) in every system I shoot, so it’s a critical lens for me — and for a lot of photographers who want a single prime they can rely on day in, day out. The question is: does the Nikon … Read more
Note that this article is more about how the cameras make you feel and shoot. I did a detailed comparison of the Fuji X-T5 vs Nikon Z6III here. The air on the Dumaguete Boulevard hung thick and warm, the kind that settles on your skin and forces you to slow down just enough to notice … Read more
Ah, another 50mm f/1.8 lens. Great… but wait — this one’s different. My first 50mm was the plastic-fantastic Canon 50mm f/1.8 back on a humble 450D. I’m not knocking it — it was great value, and at that point in my photography journey, I was still learning and genuinely amazed at how much better it … Read more
First hands-on notes from the Nikon Z6III, written on the road in Dumaguete. These aren’t lab tests — just real-world thoughts as I shoot. Nikon Z6III Field Notes I’ve brought the Nikon Z6III with me on a trip to Dumaguete to compare it with the Fujifilm X-T5 and I’m jotting these down the way I … Read more
Field-tested in the Philippines across travel, street, family days, harsh sun and low light. This review is from real use — not spec sheets. TL;DR The Ricoh GRIII is still one of the best truly-pocketable cameras you can buy in 2025 for street, travel and everyday carry. Image quality is excellent, Snap Focus is innovative, … Read more
The Night the Earth Moved It was a normal weekday evening. I’d just gone in to check that Sofia was sleeping ok. Suddenly, our dogs outside started barking — nothing new there — so I lay down next to her to watch her sleep when I felt the first tremor of what would turn out … Read more
Ask a lot of photographers about fast lenses and their eyes will light up. It’s the dream for many of us to own our brand’s premium prime — that exotic, wide-aperture lens that promises creamy backgrounds and the kind of subject separation you just can’t fake. With bokeh and shallow depth of field more fashionable … Read more