The Nikon Zf is one of the most enjoyable cameras Nikon has made in years — full-frame image quality, strong autofocus, excellent IBIS, and a shooting experience that feels more deliberate and “photographic” than most modern bodies. It’s ideal for general photography with lenses like the 40mm f/2SE and why it featured so highly in … Read more
I own both the Fujifilm X100VI and the Ricoh GR IV, and I’ve also shot extensively with the Ricoh GR III. Recently, I’ve been using the GR IV quite a lot and spent time comparing it directly to the GR III. While it is a better camera overall, I’ll be honest — the updates feel … Read more
Over the past year I’ve had the chance to shoot with a wide range of cameras — from the Ricoh GR series through to Fujifilm’s GFX system. I discussed the Ricoh GRIV vs the X100VI to see which is better. More recently I’ve been spending time with Nikon Z bodies, and before that the OM … Read more
Back around 2014, there was a camera that called to me in a way that very few DSLRs ever did. That camera was the Nikon DF — a full-frame DSLR that seemed to have everything I needed, wrapped in the heart and soul of a bygone era. With its stunning looks and retro dials, I … Read more
Last Updated: 3rd August 2026 I’ve continued shooting with the Ricoh GR IV since my review, and I’ve updated this post to reflect my long-term experience. My overall take remains largely unchanged: the GR IV is a worthwhile improvement over the GR III. Despite it being one of the best everyday carry cameras, I don’t … Read more
I’ve lived in the Philippines for the last decade. Before that, the Cotswolds in England. Before that, the Outer Hebrides in Scotland. And now I’m deep into planning a return to the Scottish mainland for Spring 2026. In twenty years of photography, I’ve shot every major brand. I’ve chased specs, I’ve chased feel, I’ve chased … Read more
When a Quiet Worry Becomes a Turning Point I thought it would be Isobelle that brought us back to the UK — not a flood. In the last few months, as we started to notice small signs in her development, I found myself Googling things I hadn’t expected to Google this early in her life. … Read more
Last Updated: 29 May 2026 The Nikon Z6III has become one of my primary cameras alongside the Nikon Z8, so these settings now reflect long-term daily use rather than an initial setup guide. I use the Z6III for family photography, travel, general shooting and as a lighter alternative to the Z8, while keeping the control … Read more
Last Updated: June 2026 Added my current Nikon Z8 field kit, updated accessory recommendations based on long-term use, and refined buying advice throughout the article. The Nikon Z8 is proving to be a dream camera for me — the autofocus is incredible, the handling is near perfect, and the image quality is nothing short of … Read more
I’ve made some important decisions over the last couple of weeks — forced mainly by circumstances — but they’ve led me to a clear truth: I need to follow my instinct and my dreams. One of those decisions is that I’m now actively working towards a move back to Scotland. And with that, I’ve been … Read more