Keeping our gear healthy in challenging conditions requires a little love and attention, and there are some precautions to prevent condensation.
Looking After Your Camera, Lenses and Other Tools (Podcast 788)
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Nuggets from my Namibia Tour Preparation (Podcast 779)
As I prepare for my upcoming Namibia Tour & Workshop, I wanted to share a few items that I’ve bought to protect my gear from the elements, etc.
Topaz Labs Plugins Praise and Problems (Podcast 776)
This week we take a look at Topaz Labs DeNoiseAI and SharpenAI software, which in many ways is great, but I stumbled on a problem that has me stumped.
Are Primes Always Better Than Zoom Lenses? (Podcast 772)
Are prime lenses always better than zooms? You need to make that decision for yourself based on your own needs, and tests if necessary.
The OBSBOT Tiny 4K – a Semi-Intelligent Webcam (Podcast 771)
The OBSBOT Tiny 4K AI-Powered Webcam isn’t as smart as I’d hoped, but it’s still a great camera for dynamic online presentations.
Photo Geek Weekly with Don Komarechka (Podcast 769)
Don Komarechka and I discuss the Ricoh / Pentax business strategy, ways to use film cameras, NFTs, and what you give up when entering a photo contest.
Using a Microtome and Staining for Microphotography (Podcasts 767)
In this week’s post, I share how I’ve been using a microtome and various stains to prepare specimen sections to photograph.
How to Use a Canon Camera as a Webcam (Podcast 766)
In this post share how to use Canon EOS cameras as webcams, when you want your video stream to look professional with shallow depth of field.
14-Inch MacBook Pro with M1 Max Chip Hands-On Review (Podcast 762)
A hands-on review of the new 14-inch MacBook Pro from Apple, with almost double the power of my four-year-old high-end iMac Pro!
Canon RF100mm F2.8 L MACRO IS USM Lens Review (Podcast 757)
I’ve started to take Canon’s new RF 100mm Macro lens through its paces, and today share my thoughts on this great new addition to my camera bag.
Fighting Lens Mold with Humidity-Controlled Cabinets (Podcast 744)
In this post, I share the reasons I use a humidity-controlled dry cabinet and why I just bought a second, along with consideration when buying.
Latest Rabbit Hole Update – Micrography (Podcast 738)
I’ve dived head-first down the rabbit hole of micrography and today share where I’m at, my first attempts, and plans for my near future exploration.