Arriving in Scotland It’s been exactly one week since we finally touched down in Scotland. All those weeks and months of preparation didn’t really take the stress out of the move, nor the 28-hour journey back. We’ve left a lot of things in the Philippines — some not important, others more sentimental in value. Despite … Read more
In 19 days’ time, my family’s life is going to change forever. We’re moving halfway around the world, from the Philippines back to Scotland. I didn’t expect this to happen. When I restarted this website in June 2025, I hoped it might one day provide a way for me to continue writing about my passion … Read more
I own both the Fujifilm X-T5 and the Nikon Zf. In fact, Fujifilm and Nikon are my two main systems, and I regularly shoot with both. Over the past few months I’ve been using the X-T5 and the Zf side by side, and I know a lot of people are trying to decide which modern, … Read more
The Nikon Zf is one of the most fun cameras Nikon has made in years — and it genuinely doesn’t need much to be brilliant — but a few small additions can make it far more comfortable and practical day-to-day. After using it for real shooting (not just a quick desk test), I’ve narrowed this … Read more
When I think about Scotland, the first feeling that comes to mind isn’t excitement.It’s relief. Relief that I made it back in time to give Sofia and Isabelle a better life. A safer, more secure environment, with stronger healthcare, education, and opportunities. Relief that we’ll be back somewhere structured, where life isn’t a constant battle … Read more
As someone who shoots travel, landscape, and street photography, by far my most treasured photos are of my daughters, Sofia and Isabelle. Sofia is 9. Isabelle is 18 months. They’re growing up at a pace that genuinely catches me off guard, and one of my main motivations for photography now is simple: to hold on … Read more
This year has been a very turbulent one — and also a very productive one. Back in June, after a major malware hack, I had to decide whether to rebuild this website or let it quietly fade away. At the time, it was largely dormant, and part of me wondered whether it was worth the … Read more
I’ve used the XF 23mm f/2 extensively on the Fujifilm X-T5, side-by-side with the Fujifilm X100VI, and alongside Fujifilm’s other 23mm options — including the Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 WR. This review isn’t theoretical. It’s based on real shooting in the Philippines, travel use, street photography, and close comparison against the X100VI’s fixed lens — … Read more
Nikon might not release cameras as quickly as some other manufacturers, but what they do bring out tend to be photographers’ cameras. The current Z lineup has matured into a capable system, yet the question remains: which Nikon Z body is actually the best for photography in 2026?I own three of the main Nikon Z … Read more
As someone who has shot on every major camera system, in 2026 it’s the Nikon Z system that I believe offers the most well-rounded lens lineup available. This guide to the best Nikon Z lenses is based entirely on real use — I’ve owned every lens included here, along with others that didn’t make the … Read more