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Sony a1 – a Deep Dive Into the Features and Specifications

A deep dive into the specifications and features of the new flagship Sony a1 camera. Is this the most powerful camera ever created?

Tripod Hack: Duct Tape for Emergencies

A quick tripod tip that could save you in a 3-legged camera support emergency.

50 Great Quotes to Inspire the Photographer in You

Sometimes you just need a little inspiration to climb out of a creative rut. I’ve kept a number of...

Sound Devices MixPre-3 Vs. MixPre-3 II Mixer/Recorder – Is it a Worthwhile Upgrade?

Comparing the original Sound Devices MixPre-3 to the updated MixPre-3 II. Is it worth upgrading?

Best Gimbal Tripod Heads in 2021 Compared

UPDATED. A gimbal is a type of tripod head that allows you to perfectly balance the weight of your camera so that it can be moved effortlessly in all directions. In this post I’ll compare the best ones on the market this year and make some recommendations for your photography.

17 Things Every Adventure Photographer Needs in Their Kit

Boiling down 15+ years of professional adventure photography. These are the essential pieces of photo gear.

Peak Design’s Latest Kickstarter Ends Tomorrow

Peak Design’s latest Kickstarter project ends in a few hours. Of course, we have already published a detailed review of these latest products!

Topaz Labs Holiday Sale – 45% Off Everything

Save 45% on all Topaz Labs products this holiday season.

Review: This XTAR VN2 USB Charger Will Charge 4 Types of Camera Battery

A smart USB camera battery charger that accepts four different types of Sony and Canon batteries.

Gura Gear’s New Chobe Savings End Soon

The Kickstarter campaign for the new Chobe 2.0 bag from Gura Gear is about to wrap up. Don’t miss our detailed hands-on review of this awesome new camera bag.

Fotopro X-GO Max Travel Tripod – In-Depth Review

The Fotopro X-Go Max is a carbon travel tripod with an almost suspiciously low sticker price of...

Really Right Stuff Ascend-14 Vs. Peak Design Travel Tripod

As soon as Really Right Stuff launched the Ascend-14 travel tripod, I knew I would get questions...

How to Jam Sync a Tentacle Sync Track E With a Sound Devices MixPre II

Wondering how to sync a Sound Devices MixPre mixer and a Tentacle track E recorder? Here’s the answer.

In-Depth Review of the MindShift Rotation 34L Camera Bag

The MindShift Gear Rotation 34L is not your average photography backpack. It has a unique rotation feature that allows incredibly fast access to your camera. Let’s take a look.

A Detailed Review of the New Gura Gear Chobe 2.0 Camera Bag – Worth the Wait?

The Chobe 2.0 from Gura Gear is an updated version of their popular photographer’s EDC shoulder bag. Built for organization, travel, durability and style.