Photography and Product Reviews

Unlike the DS-2DE4A425IW-DE Hikvision camera that was advertised as a smart tracking camera - Hikvision released a firmware that removed the...

Extreme Macro enthusiasts set their benchmark for achieving the softest lighting that captures an image in as near 3d lighting as possible, with...

Laowa's new 90mm f/2.8 2 times APO Macro lens started the Laowa fans talking big time, and all the talk is very positive! Why not when you now...

Laowa offers a very compact full-frame 85mm 2 X macro that can satisfy the enthusiast and pro macro photographers. With a small, lightweight footprint...

After receiving my Nikon Z9 I was in need of an L bracket but was initially forced to use a generic camera plate until the Manufactures started to...

Many Nikon users may be aware that Nikon offers a program to repair and sell Nikon Refurbished products at discount prices. I have used both the...

Setup and Configuration Feature Set Pan Tilt Zoom Quality, Summary, and Recommendation
The REOLINK 4K PTZ Outdoor Camera Model...

The Nikon 58mm f/1.4 G lens is one of the finest general-purpose lenses you should own, and it is certainly one of my favorite lenses.  I...

Nikon has made it more difficult for many photographers to decide on a multiple-purpose zoom lens with so many that are now available, and that is a...

This is the Nikon Camera that has silenced all the Youtubers who had been bashing Nikon for the last three years, more on that topic is found...

Nikon rocked the super-telephoto user's world when Nikon announced a new Phase Fresnel Super Telephoto 500mm lens, my initial Intel was a bit...

The Nikon 28mm f/2.8 Special Edition (SC) lens is a very nice compact DX lens for use on a Nikon Z camera and works equally well on an FX Z camera but...

A defining moment occurred @ 08:00 EST on October 28 2021 the Nikon Z9 is here and I am excited to offer my pre-order on this day of 2021 October...

The Nikon Z 40mm f/2 is a compact prime lens for use with a Z camera. The focal length of 40mm can function as a compact carry...

The Nikon Z Teleconverter 1.4x is optimized for the compact mirrorless Z system, the Z TC-1.4x increases the reach of compatible lenses by 40%...

The Nikon Z fc is an excellent quality DX camera sporting top photography features such as tilting and flipping screen, and 4Kd video with excellent...

The New Z mount 50mm Macro lens is an excellent lens for everyday use and especially for Macro work, it is lightweight, compact, and mounts directly...

I received my New Nikkor Nikon 105mm f/2.8 MC S Macro Z lens just in time for bug and dragonfly season. What better way to celebrate than with a new...

The Nikon Nikkor 105mm f/2.8 MC Z mount lens is the sharpest 1:1 Macro lens I have EVER owned. It surpasses all of my macro lenses, including the...

Do you own a Nikon Z7 II or a Nikon Z6 II and do portrait photography?  If so, then the Nikon MB-N11 might be a great solution for you to...

The Nikon Z 70-200 f/2.8 S lens is the best in this zoom range available on the market - Period. Let me repeat, the new S 70-200 is the best...

The Nikon Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Lens is a powerhouse professional lens.  Out in the field the Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR...

The newest Nikon Z 6II mirrorless Camera from Nikon flaunts an awe-inspiring set of specifications that should make any VLOG photographer happy...

Is the D850 still a contender in the emerging world of mirrorless cameras? Yes, The D850 is a Nikon flagship camera and has a solid reputation for...

Nikon Z7 vs. Nikon Z7 II: Both the Nikon Z6 II and the Z7 II are equally suited for landscape, architecture, and studio work as well as Macro. The...

Nikon Z7 II Review The newest Nikon Z mirrorless Camera from Nikon flaunts a very impressive set of specifications that should make any...

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 400MM f/2.8E ED FL VR Lens: New On the Trail Series: Here 2020 Update: The best 400mm lens on the market. Nikon is...

2020:  The Nikon 600mm ED FL lens Review, This lens is my favorite go-to lens for bird photography. It has the capability of bringing your...

Nikon is now shipping their brand new Nikon 50mm f/1.2 S Mirrorless lens for the Z mount cameras.  The Nikon 50mm f/1.2 S lens has...

The Nikon Nikon Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S Lens is Nikon's newest wide and fast Trinity lenses.  Trinity meaning a must-have for professionals...

Why I bought My Nikon MB-N10 power grip?  As a wildlife photographer, I use Nikon's Super-Telephoto lenses such as the Nikon 400mm...

Updated for 2020: Yes DSLRs and this Nikon D500 are still relevant in the year of mirrorless cameras and is still considered a top-notch camera -...

Lets cut to the chase - you are reading this because you may be considering a wide-angle lens for your Z mirrorless camera and want to know if this...

Nikon Z5 Review: It's been almost two years since Nikon jumped into the Mirrorless Camera foray, the Z7 followed quickly by the Z6 both cameras...

The Short Story is: If you desire to stay on the leading edge of photography, this is the camera you need! The Nikon Z7 is a top-shelf camera for many...

Updated 2020:  The best in the class of mirrorless cameras once you apply Nikon's latest firmware update that adds improved autofocus. This...

Synology DiskStation Warranty  Review: My Report Bottom Line Up Front:  Synology receives a Superior Rating for Exceptional Support and...

Compatibility Note: The Nikon R1C1 Flash system works flawlessly with the new Nikon Z mirrorless cameras. If you are into macro or even portraiture...

FujiFilm X-PRO3 Review: I enjoy using my Fujifilm cameras as much as my Z cameras!  Why? Because FujiFilm makes great cameras that are a...

Nikon Z-50-Review A great all-around mirrorless Camera - Almost all of the reviews out on Youtube and other websites have favorable things to say...

Anytime a new lens hits the market place the event stirs emotions, questions, and potential decisions,  especially if you have a similar...

I purchased my DJI Ronin SC the day it became available for shipping through B&H.  I also recently purchased the Command Unit for reasons I...

My passion is photography, wildlife, macro, stills and video for capturing the activities of life.  Video can be a powerful story teller, using...

This is not technically speaking an FTZ hack but a somewhat simple non-destructive procedure that may at least get your non-compatible lens to work on...

UpDate: The Laowa 100mm lens is now available in several camera mounts including the native Z mount for Nikon/ The Z mount version allows...

2021 Update: Nikon released two Macro lenses for the Z mount. The Nikon 105mm MC VR S Macro and the Nikon 50mm MC S macro lens - neither of which will...

Background:  I been using network-based cameras since 2000 with over 19 years of experience. Over those years I have gone through many security...

Most Hard Drive reviews cover how fast the hard drive is and it's ability to sustain read and write speeds, and most of us are swayed to go for...

When the Nikon Z cameras were released one missing feature was Eye Detection Auto Focus with many complaints from photographers. The other somewhat...

If you are an outdoor enthusiast and enjoy spotting wildlife I have something that will make the experience even more enjoyable for you or a loved...

I own and use the Legacy 24-70 f/2.8 (several years) and the new S 24-70 f/2.8.  My copy arrived in early May after waiting only a short while...

This Article Updated September 2020:  If you are reading this article chances are you are trying to decide which of the Nikon Super Telephoto...

In late December 2018, Skylum released the newest offering of Luminar, Luminar 3 which includes the highly anticipated asset management library to...

Bottom line: If you like the original NEO then you will love the NEO 2. The NEO 2 is a dependable lighting system for both still photographers and...

Nikon is now shipping both the Nikon Z7 and Z6 cameras along with a few Native Z mount lenses, we have to make choices when it comes to the lenses...

For a more comprehensive review of the Nikon Z6 please visit the link included below. This article relates to suitability as a...

If you are new to Tripod language let me go over the basics to allow you to make a better choice when deciding on your...

I decided to invest the additional money into the Sigma Line of Teleconverters and decided to purchase the Sigma 1.4x EX APO DG and Sigma 2.0x EX APO...

When I purchased my first tripod many years ago I thought why spend all that money for something to hold my camera every so often?  So, like many...

Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF): I have two other Fujifilm cameras the Fujifim X-T3 is my favorite and has nailed everything photographically except in...