Sometimes the names and labels given to neutral density filters can be misleading and downright confusing. Why is a 4-stop filter called an ND16 and also an ND1.4? I’ll explain it all, and provide a handy reference table.
Think Tank has launched a backpack version of their popular Retrospective shoulder bag. It features a 15″ laptop sleeve and dual access from the top and rear of the bag. Let’s take a look!
The Canon 100-400mm L IS II is one of my all time favourite lenses from any brand. These are the best accessories for it that I have used over the years.
From the outside looking in, the world of Sony lenses can appear extremely confusing. Sony is a relative newcomer to the photography industry, having released their first ‘Cyber-shot’ fixed lens compact in 1996. Unlike both Canon and Nikon, Sony did not start life as a camera or optics business, they began life manufacturing radios and tape-recorders. This difference in initial direction and relatively late entry into the camera industry meant that Sony had to look outside their own capabilities in order to gain lost ground on competitors, and eventually become one of the ‘Big Three’ manufacturers in the business. Of …
I spent months testing photography gloves in the cold Yukon winter to find the best ones for a variety of different scenarios and climates. Because nobody else has ever bothered to name them, I thought it would be fun to do it myself.
Sony Lens Terminology Key This key is designed as a quick helper. Please see our complete guide to Sony and Zeiss lens terminology and abbreviations for more detailed information on the following Sony lens-related acronyms. Sony Lens Annual Release Rate How many lenses does Sony release every year for its mirrorless system? The answer varies, but the chart below provides some helpful historical context. It also shows the split between Sony’s full-frame FE and APS-C E lenses. Development-announced lenses are not included in the totals. Sony Lens Release Dates Sometimes it’s helpful to have a chronological list of Sony mirrorless …
Leica S lenses are designed for the extremely high end Leica S medium format system. This post contains a list and all specifications for the full range of Leica S medium format lenses.
Leica’s SL lenses are designed for full frame mirrorless cameras that are part of the L-Mount Alliance. Here is a complete list of all Leica SL lenses and their specifications.
Matt got his hands on the Nikon 300mm f/2.8 VR II for an upcoming review. In the meantime, here’s some initial thoughts and a few photos to get a closer look at this beauty of a lens.
Everything you’ll ever need to know about using a 1.4x or 2x extender or teleconverter on your lens. Will it degrade the image? How can you prevent this?