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items Science and art merge into one in the form of photography. My passion for nature's wonders and technology led me to become one with my camera.
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Articles by other photographers
Blog posts
Some articles that I have written about photography
Any photographer has to ask this question
What is a camera really?
Have you been considering taking the leap and buying a dedicated camera? Here are a few tips.
A Beginner’s Guide to Choosing the Perfect First Camera
Delve into the fascinating world of camera technology. In this article, I'm explaining the physics of capturing light inside the camera.
The Science of Capturing Light: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding How Cameras Work
Photography is a complex art form that can be both challenging and rewarding. In this article, I will mention ten common photography mistakes that beginners often make, along with practical advice on how to avoid them. Whether you are shooting with a...
Don’t Make These 10 Photography Mistakes When Starting Out
Embarking on the journey towards becoming a skilled photographer is both exciting and challenging. As with any creative pursuit, there are many learning experiences and inevitable mistakes along the way. By recognising these common errors early on, y...
10 More Mistakes That Beginner Photographers Make and How to Avoid Them
Exploring the intricacies of camera sensors and the physics that make capturing breathtaking images possible
Delving into the Heart of the Camera: A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Camera Sensors and the…
My gear
Some of the gear that I own
My first mirrorless camera came after I damaged the mount of my good old Pentax K3-II. I will forever miss DSLRs, and the beginning with the Fuji wasn't exactly a walk in the park, but it wasn't the gear; it was the subject behind the camera. (Affili...
Fujifilm X-T5 Mirrorless Camera with XF16-80mmF4 R OIS ...
I love analogue photography, and when I saw an Instax Wide camera, I immediately knew that I want to experiment with it. It's a fun toy to play with. (Affiliate link #ad)
Fujifilm - INSTAX WIDE Instant Film Twin Pack - White
My first native Fuji X-mount lens that was a lovely surprise with its impeccable sharpness. I totally recommend it. I won't deny that the focal length was a challenge at first, being in between standard 50mm and telelenses, but it didn't take long be...
VILTROX 75mm f/1.2 Fuji X Mount Prime Lens
I recently bought this Mitakon 35mm f/0.95 lens, and I was positively surprised by its ease of use and sharpness coming at less than $400. As expected, wide open it becomes soft but it's by far not disastrous. It has surprisingly low chromatic aberra...
Mitakon Speedmaster 20mm f/0.95
Simplicity makes me happy. I love going upclose and personal with the subject. This naturally means that macro is one of my favourite genres. I'm fairly happy with this lens. It's usable even hand-held, though focus stacking works best on a tripod or...
TTArtisan 100mm f/2.8 Macro Lens (FUJIFILM G)
Prior to my Fuji XT-5, I was using a Pentax K3-II for years. I had already acquired a set of lenses that I loved, so I didn't want to sell the best ones of them. Mirrorless cameras have a short flange distance, so one can fit a wide variety of lenses...
Pentax K/M/A/FA/DA Lenses to Fuji X Lens Mount Adapter K&F Concept M35111 Lens Adapter
No longer the last model but I love it
Instax WIDE 300 Instant Camera | instax by Fujifilm Photography
A creative 35mm film camera for panoramas
Lomo Spinner 360°
My review of the MTO 500mm f/8 mirror lens
Get Creative with Quirky Lenses and Different Photography Techniques
Really sturdy and versatile. It’s a bit on the heavier side, but that’s what makes it so great even for challenging situations. (Affiliate link #ad)
Manfrotto Befree Advanced 4-Section Tripod
The film camera I’ve used the longest. It has some mechanical issues but I’ve got used to them and found ways around them.
Pentax Spotmatic - Camera-wiki.org - The free camera encyclopedia
Wish list
One day I want to own these
Very high on my wish list is this unusual lens. It reminds me of a long snout... and that's what it kind of does - you can reach into tight spaces and spy on what's going on. (Affiliate link #ad)
Laowa 24mm f/14 2X Macro Probe Lens - Canon EF
I love non-standard gear. I guess after a while, you have seen all the standard stuff, and you want to challenge yourself. One day, I will add this extreme fish eye lens to my backpack. (Affiliate link #ad)
7artisans 4mm F2.8 Fisheye Lens for Fujifilm
I love macro. I want to get closer and closer to the subject in front of my camera. Well, this set, the Laowa Aurogon essentially turns your mirrorless camera into a microscope with its 10-50x magnification! (Affiliate link #ad)
Venus Optics Laowa Aurogon FF 10-50x NA0.5 Supermicro APO Lens (Sony E)
I hope this lens comes back in stock, sounds very interesting
Mitakon Creator 85mm f/2.8 1-5X Super Macro
Articles by other photographers
When commercial films are too simple to use…
Basic Silver Gelatine Emulsion | Step by Step Walkthrough + VIDEO
A long focal focal length, yet 1x macro, seemingly for full-frame cameras. The extra working distance would work well, e.g., for butterflies.
Mitakon 200mm f/4 1x Macro Lens