For the last week or so, I’ve been making the most of the longer evenings by heading up a local path that cuts between farmland near where I live. It’s become a bit of a routine — especially after school, when Sofia and I go out for a walk together. It gets us out into … Read more
I took the Nikon Z8 with the 14–30mm f/4 out on Thursday to a local glen for a few hours of landscape photography. The weather was mixed, with brief breaks of light pushing through passing April showers. I slung the camera over my shoulder on a Peak Design Slide Lite and headed up into the … Read more
I’ve heard it said on multiple occasions that the Fujifilm 16-55mm f/2.8 II is like having a bag full of primes. That sounded great to me as I’ve primarily shot primes on Fuji over the last few years and while my 18-55mm was a bargain when it came with my X-T5, I can’t help but … Read more
The Nikon Zf offers a very different shooting experience to the rest of the Nikon Z lineup, which means a typical “best Nikon Z lenses” list doesn’t necessarily apply here. I’ve used everything from the smallest primes to heavier zooms on the Zf, and if you want to preserve what makes this camera so enjoyable … Read more
Over the past few months, I’ve been building out a wildlife setup that fits how I actually shoot here in Scotland. Most of my time has been spent walking — exploring woodland, open areas, and edges where you might come across something rather than plan for it. Light is often overcast, and wildlife is mainly … Read more
I’ve spent a lot of time shooting with the Nikon Z6 III alongside my Nikon Z8, and one of the biggest challenges when using two bodies regularly is keeping them set up in a way that feels consistent. If they behave differently, it quickly starts to interfere with muscle memory — which is the last … Read more
I rarely go anywhere without a camera. But every now and then, I don’t want to be “photographer dad.” I just want to get out of the house with Sofia, enjoy a walk, and make it clear — to both of us — that the time together matters more than taking photos. That’s exactly where … Read more
I took a walk along the River Earn today. I’ve been given information that certain stretches of the river have beavers along them, so I wanted to go down there myself, take a look at the area, check the flow of the river, look for any signs of activity, and scout potential shooting locations—particularly how … Read more
The Nikon Z6 III is the most balanced full-frame camera you can buy right now in terms of performance and price. It sits in a slightly awkward position in Nikon’s lineup, between the Zf and the Z8, but in reality it’s probably the smartest choice for most people. Compared to the Z8, it gives up … Read more
The best camera for beginners is usually a simple mirrorless camera that costs around $1000 or preferably less. When you’re starting photography, the goal isn’t to buy the most advanced camera you can afford. The goal is to buy a camera that helps you learn photography properly. A beginner camera should be easy to use, … Read more