I didn’t mean to take the saddest photo of my life. But once I saw it, I couldn’t unsee it. We were at Saayo beach. Golden hour light washing in low from behind, catching Arlene’s hair like fire. She was sitting on the break wall holding Isobelle, looking out across the sea toward Negros island … Read more
Today, it seems that video rules the world. Want to be noticed? Dance on TikTok.Want to become a creator? Pull a stupid face for your YouTube thumbnail (I did one of these once and felt dirty lol).Need to promote your photography? Don’t show it — show a video reel of you making it (did this … Read more
For a long time, I was a 35mm guy. Not the classic rangefinder 35mm field of view — I’m talking about Fuji’s 35mm f/1.4, which I used for years as my go-to, general-purpose lens. It gave me the kind of subject isolation I liked: shallow depth of field, a bit of compression, and a tighter … Read more
There’s a photo I took recently on a family outing to the beach. My eldest daughter, Sofia, is framed in soft afternoon sidelight — exploring, a little apart from my wife and younger daughter, Isobelle. Her face still holds traces of childhood, but her posture really struck me. It upset me. There was something in … Read more
Like many photographers, I spent years chasing the perfect kit—switching between Olympus, Sony, Nikon, and even building out a high-end system with the Nikon Z8 and Zf. But over time, I found myself reaching for one system more than any other: Fujifilm. These days, it’s the one I rely on most for my everyday work. … Read more
I’m starting this Fuji X100VI review having owned several of the earlier X100 series cameras over the years — from the X100T through to the X100V. The X100 line has always appealed to me for its blend of simplicity, image quality, and compactness. Update, July 7th 2025: I’ve recently tested the Fuji X100VI against the … Read more
Fuji X100Vi Documentary photography: How does it perform? I’ve been using the Fuji X100Vi for Documentary photography and during my travels. Documentary photography often calls for a tool that’s as straightforward as it is capable, freeing the photographer from the complexities of gear decisions and allowing them to focus fully on the story they’re capturing. … Read more
I chose the Fuji XT5 and X100Vi for documentary photography after considering a number of cameras and systems. To see why, read on below: If you’d rather watch than read then see my video. When it comes to documentary photography, especially for a personal project like mine, choosing the right camera is crucial. My current … Read more
How I Cured Gear Acquisition Syndrome (GAS) and Focused on My Photography Goals I’ve finally learnt how to overcome gear acquisition syndrome in photography and I’d like to share what helped me. In today’s fast-paced world of photography, it’s easy to get caught up in the endless cycle of buying new gear. Whether it’s the … Read more
Fuji XT5 vs X100VI for Street Photography: A Detailed Comparison Update: June 2025: I have both of these cameras here with me in the Philippines where I continue to use them for most of my photography. Here are my travel photography camera and lens recommendations. I recently put the X100VI through its paces on … Read more