Interested in an inexpensive teleprompter with a monitor for content creation, professional video presentations, live streaming, and more? Neewer recently sent us an X11 2-In-1 Teleprompter with Monitor to try, and here’s what we found. Note: Neewer sent us the NEEWER X11 2-In-1 Teleprompter with Monitor. However, this is a
Most night photographers use an ultra-wide angle lens. Some use longer lenses for deep-sky astrophotography. But what about the Nifty Fifty? Enter the Nifty Fifty Some people describe a Nifty Fifty as approximating what we see. I’m not really sure that’s quite right. But regardless, it is a “tweener” lens
Can the Maono USB/XLR Dynamic Podcast Microphone help photographers with streaming, YouTube podcasts, vlogging, gaming or communicating with clients? We had a look at this microphone so you can learn more about it and hear it in action. The Maono PD200X USB/XLR Dynamic Podcast Microphone is an attractive dynamic microphone
This morning, Ricoh announced that the WG-6 camera has received a firmware update that allows for using the camera as a computer’s webcam. This brings full HD streaming, and unlike traditional webcams, the wide-angle and telephoto functions can also be used. You can also share fine details of small objects
Late Wednesday night, Tamron announced the development of the upcoming 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD lens for Sony E-mount cameras. The lens is expected to launch in 2021, and marks the first time a mirrorless zoom lens has achieved a maximum wide-open aperture of f/2. Pricing has not yet been
As long as I can remember, I’ve been a zoom lens user first, and a prime lens user second. While I have both types of lenses, I find myself coming back to the more versatile zoom lens time and time again. With Covid-19 in full swing in Michigan, many of
Living in Sedona, I have been privy to lots of beautiful changing scenery due to changing light conditions. The most interesting images happen on the edges of light when sunrise or sunset occurs. Or, when you find the edges of light where light spills through a window or under an
You’ve got to smile or you might cry with the past year of physical distancing. While many things were taken away, Covid-19 gave me new opportunities that would not otherwise have happened. Below I’ll share how I was able to deal with last year in a positive way. I call
When we look at the basic principles of photography, one of the key elements has to do with focal length. When describing a lens, this is the first thing that comes to mind and what it is is a bit of a mystery. Focal length affects your angle of view
I was torn when I was offered the chance to review the Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary lens (B&H | Amazon) for Sony. On one hand, having that sort of reach is wonderful. As someone who has been photographing people around my city, it allowed me to be
Have you ever come upon a scene thinking, “I know there’s something here.” And then walked away empty-handed? I know I have. However, it seems to happen less often when I try many different compositions. If there is a view that captures your attention, for whatever reason, it’s worth spending
UPDATE, September 25, 2020: Tamron has announced pricing and availability of the 70-300mm lens for Sony E-mount. The lens is set to be released October 29, 2020 for $549. Preorders are now available. Tonight, Tamron announced the development of a new telephoto lens for Sony E-mount full-frame cameras — the
