In this final article in my series testing whether the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 II can really be considered a bag of primes, I’m putting it up against the Fuji XF 56mm f/1.2 WR, the latest version of what is arguably Fujifilm’s finest portrait lens. Unlike the other prime lenses featured in this series, the … Read more
The Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 WR is rightly seen as the premier portrait lens for Fuji cameras. I’ve shot it that way plenty of times in the past and, if I’m honest, that’s what I think of it as: a really good portrait lens. But as part of my series looking at whether the Fujifilm … Read more
One of the first prime lenses that photographers are often encouraged to buy is a 50mm equivalent lens, and for good reason. It’s a focal length that sits comfortably between wide-angle and telephoto, making it incredibly versatile. Step back a little and it can capture context and tell a story. Move closer and it becomes … Read more
Lately I’ve found myself thinking a lot about why I still take photographs. But more than that, I’ve found myself thinking about what photography actually means to me. It may sound a little self-indulgent, but bear with me. Google’s latest update has just shaved roughly 40% off my traffic and, in turn, a significant chunk … Read more
When I bought the Fujifilm GFX100S a few years ago, I thought I knew exactly why I wanted it. It was my dream camera. After years of shooting everything from Canon and Nikon to Fujifilm X Series cameras, I had always been fascinated by digital medium format. The idea of a larger sensor, more detail … Read more
One of the most common claims I hear about the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II is that it’s like having a bag full of prime lenses in a single package. As someone who owns both the zoom and several of Fujifilm’s premium primes, I wanted to put that claim to the test. … Read more
Since its release, I’ve heard the claim repeated many times that the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II is like having a bag full of prime lenses in a single package. As someone who owns both the zoom and several of Fujifilm’s premium primes, I wanted to put that claim to the test. … Read more
Sometimes the destination is little more than an excuse to get outside. That was certainly the case today. A fellow photographer had kindly shared the location of a nearby beaver colony, explaining how the animals had transformed the landscape beyond recognition. The chances of actually seeing a beaver in the middle of the morning were … Read more
Over the past few weeks I’ve spent a lot of time shooting Nikon cameras. The Nikon Z8 in particular has become a regular companion on local walks around Perthshire, often paired with either the excellent 20mm f/1.8 S or one of Nikon’s other lenses. As a result, the Fujifilm X100VI hasn’t seen as much use … Read more
I bought the Nikon Z 20mm f/1.8 S to give me a relatively lightweight wide-angle lens for those occasions when my Nikon Z 24-120mm f/4 S wasn’t quite wide enough. Instead, I’ve found myself using it not for traditional wide vistas and expansive views of the Highlands, but on local walks through ancient woodland and … Read more