27″ iMac

The 27-inch iMac is a desktop computer designed and manufactured by Apple Inc. The iMac line has always been a popular choice for professionals and consumers alike, known for its sleek design, high-performance hardware, and integration with Apple’s ecosystem of software and services. In this review, we’ll take a closer look at the latest 27-inch iMac, released in 2020, and see how it stacks up against the competition. Design: The first thing you’ll notice about Read more…

DJI Ronin RS2

The DJI Ronin RS2 is a handheld stabilizer designed for professional filmmakers and videographers who need to capture smooth and stable footage. This new model is an upgrade from the previous version, the DJI Ronin-S, and boasts several new features, including increased payload capacity, improved stabilization, and new design elements that make it easier to use and more ergonomic. NOTE: The DJI Ronin RS3 is available now too, but I’ll be sticking with my RS2 Read more…

Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens for Sony E

The Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens is a highly versatile and capable lens designed for Sony E mount cameras. It is a wide-angle lens with a fast maximum aperture, making it ideal for a variety of shooting scenarios, from landscapes and street photography to low-light situations. For my landscape photography, I’m often shooting with a wide angle lens, so for my new camera setup I started researching what was available for the Sony Read more…

Neewer Battery Grip for Sony A7

The Neewer Battery Grip is a great accessory for Sony a7 cameras, especially for those who frequently shoot for extended periods. The grip is designed to provide a more comfortable grip and extended battery life for your camera. In this review, we’ll take a closer look at the Neewer Battery Grip for Sony a7 cameras, highlighting its features, pros, and cons, to help you decide if it’s worth the purchase. I was shooting primarily vertical Read more…

Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary Lens for Sony E-Mount

I have several Sigma lenses for the Nikon cameras I’ve owned. They’ve always performed well for me and come in at a lower cost then the camera manufacturer lenses, so when I bought my new Sony A7 IV I wanted to give some of the Sigma e-mount lenses a try. I bought the Sigma 100-400mm primarily for shooting some of my daughters sporting events. The Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Contemporary Lens for Sony Read more…

Wacom Intuos5 Touch

I’m still using my Wacom Intuos 5 graphic tablet in 2023. So far, the driver’s are still compatible with MacOS Ventura, although time will tell if the tablet will still work with future MacOS updates. The Wacom Intuos 5 touch is a professional-grade graphics tablet that has gained a reputation for being an essential tool for digital artists, designers, and photographers. Released in 2012, the Intuos 5 touch was the successor to the popular Intuos Read more…

Sony A7 IV Full-frame Interchangeable Lens Camera

After over a decade of shooting with Nikon, I decided to make the switch to Sony and purchased the Sony A7 IV. When I tried moving into mirrorless cameras several years ago, I tried staying in the Nikon lineup, but found I could not use my previous lenses without an adapter. I bought the adapter, but then discovered several of my lenses would not be able to use their autofocus because of the adapter. After Read more…