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REVIEW: Fujifilm GFX 50s II With GF 35-70mm

Fujifilm's GFX 50s II, paired with the GF 35-70mm lens, offers unparalleled image quality in the medium format market. Despite its compact design, it captures sharp, high-resolution photos, excelling in dynamic range. However, it falls short in video recording and autofocus capabilities. Ideal for those prioritizing image quality, it's a significant investment in the photography realm.

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REVIEW: Zoom F2 BT Field Recorder

Zoom's F2 BT field recorder, an upgrade to the already solid F2, introduces Bluetooth controls and features like timecode synchronisation. Touted as the smallest and lightest, it boasts 32-bit float recording technology, ensuring a vast dynamic range and eliminating audio clipping. Ideal for on-the-go creators, its compact design and ease of use make it a standout, though its higher price point and lack of certain features may deter some.

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REVIEW: Freewell Mavic Mini 3 Pro Filters

Drone videography faces challenges like overexposure from sunlight. ND filters, like the Freewell Pro Filters for DJI Mavic Mini, mitigate overexposure, ensuring smoother, natural footage. They control the light entering camera sensors, optimise video quality, and offer versatility for various lighting conditions. Freewell's filters are durable, easy to swap, and reasonably priced. However, filter pack selections and non-polarizing options have limitations. Overall, they're essential for drone enthusiasts.

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REVIEW: Fujifilm GSW690III - Big and Wide!

If you're looking for a great medium-format film camera that also happens to shoot in a larger negative, you'll quickly notice how few options there are on the market. It's a niche segment, for sure, and one that is sparsely populated with good examples. Lucky for me, I found this Fujifilm GSW690iii a while back, and on the surface, it seems to meet my needs perfectly. But, how well does it fare through the gauntlet?

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A Sunny Sunday Walk with the Leica M8

I reviewed the Leica M8 a little while back and needless to say, I was pretty smitten with it. Now that I’ve spent a bit more time with the camera, I’ve developed some further thoughts and feelings on it, but is it all still as positive as my previous assessment, or is the love affair over?

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REVIEW: Sigma DP2 Merrill - A Diamond in the Rough

If there's a singular phrase to summarise the Sigma DP2 Merrill, it would be "it cuts both ways". In that, I mean it's a very, very flawed camera, with a lot of peeves and annoyances, and you almost wonder why not get any other camera. Yet, in the right circumstances, with enough patience and determination, the DP2 Merrill is one of the most impressive cameras that you can buy, especially if you're care about colours.

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REVIEW: Arca Swiss C1 Geared Panning Cube Head

Discover the Arca Swiss C1 Geared Cube Head tripod head, a precision-engineered tool for pro photographers. Experience ultimate stability, 3D micro-precision adjustments, and compatibility with most tripods. Elevate your shots with this revolutionary design that redefines performance in the field.

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YASHICA MAT 124 G REVIEW - BUDGET BEAUTY OR TWIN LENS TAT?

The Yashica Mat 124 G is a medium format twin-lens reflex camera known for its sharp Yashinon lenses, built-in light meter, and classic design. However, is this a budget beauty that can stand up to it’s more expensive rivals or simply a conversation starter? Let’s find out…

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Fuji X100V - Amazing But Is It Worth The Hype?

Through more than a decade of evolution and gradual refinement, Fuijfilm's X100 series of cameras has continually impressed, especially despite their small form factor, and in the case of their latest X100V, it's a seriously excellent little camera.

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