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Comparing a Collection of 35-70mm Zoom Lenses Anonymity is seldom a desirable descriptor for a product, and especially a camera lens. Often sold with a camera body as a “kit” option, the standard zoom lens is a tool to get users familiar with the camera system they have purchased and for budding photographers to explore
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A review of the Pentax DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 and HD DA 20-40mm f/2.8-4 Limited Before summer’s end of 2015, I was tasked with photographing an event for the Piedmont Down Syndrome Support Network (Now called Down Syndrome Associate of Greater Winston-Salem). The event was their annual Buddy Walk & 5K. After finding out that the
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A Look at the Argus C-44 Rangefinder With digital photography having progressed at break-neck speeds, we have past the point where many have never had the experience of using a film camera. There are many that do not even know what film is. And those that do often don’t realize it is still being made.
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Testing APS-C Optics on 35mm Film One of the key points to consider when selecting any camera system are the lenses available. This is important because the lenses tend to be the largest monetary investment in any system. You not only want good quality optics, but you also want lens systems that will be around
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Every child has a best friend growing up. Every child has a favorite toy that they cherish. What about their favorite thing in life being their best friend? They share fun moments together. Explore and enjoy adventures. This is the inspiration on this short photo essay I call “My Friend Ross”. This is Ross. A
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The AMPRO MC 28mm f/2.8 Lens I am a man with many interests and hobbies. Beyond just collecting and using cameras I also like to repair them. Sometimes even successfully. I acquired a Ricoh ZR-20sp for repair. I am still amidst researching and finding the time to take it apart and fix its ailments. With this
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Cameras come in all shapes and sizes. A multitude of designs have been produced over the years. Some designs are purpose built for a given task or industry. Some designs were just weird. Other designs were attempts at technological advancement. One design that has stayed at the forefront of development is the interchangeable single-lens reflex.
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The smoke, sounds, and nostalgia with a Pentax KX Smoke fills the crisp morning summer air. The thundering sounds of steam locomotion shake the ground. The clanking and creaking of railroad cars rolling up to the depot. The light clacking of my camera capturing moments. I took a trip back in the summer of 2014
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We all decide to take up new hobbies and activities from time to time. And when we do, most of us reach out to the associated communities to learn all about the subject in question. Trolling online forums, watching video guides, reading publications, and engaging with experts in the field. Inquiring from others about all
