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REVIEW: Atomos Ninja TX Go: All Show and Go!

Atomos Ninja TX GO is a 5" 1500-nit monitor-recorder that adds CFexpress Type B, Wi-Fi/cloud workflows, and HDMI camera control + touch-to-focus (on supported cameras)—making it a meaningful upgrade for creators who want a brighter screen, faster media and tighter camera integration.

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Logitech MX Master 4 Mouse - the Porsche 911 of mice! 

Writing product reviews is actually more difficult than most people think, in particular when that product is something that a lot of people use on a daily basis and tend not to make really in-depth purchasing decisions about, like buying a mouse for your computer. However, even the most mundane products can be exciting in the right hands and MX Master 4 is certainly one of those! Let me explain why it is so special and indulge me as I compare this little chunk of plastic to a Porsche 911! 

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10 Essential Amazon Black Friday Tips for Photographers & Videographers

I love a bargain as much as the next person and whenever ‘Black Friday’ rolls around, I find a comfy chair, a cup of coffee and arm myself with my credit card waiting to snag myself a deal! However, this annual homage to consumerism isn’t always the money-saving bonanza that we think it is and quite often we can find ourselves spending more than we’d planned to! So how can you take best advantage of the Black Friday deals? I’ve added my top tips to give you a chance of actually grabbing a bargain and not going bust! 

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Fuji X10 Review - Best Alternative to the X100V?

The purpose of a small, compact camera is that it can go everywhere with and the X10 makes for a great companion. So would I recommend it, absolutely. I think as long as you have the patience to use it, the know how to work with the camera to get the best results and modest expectations for the final output, then this is a dream of a camera.

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My Photo and Video Editing Desk Setup for 2026

Having a good desk setup is critical for Photographers and Videographers to produce their best work. It might not be as sexy as talking about the latest cameras or delving into vintage lenses because you want to create something organic! However, having a cluttered, poorly organised setup is not just bad for your creative process, but you could even be causing yourself long term health issues! With all of this in mind, I felt it was time to sort out my setup. Hopefully, it will also give you a few ideas of how you can change your own setup!

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Five Tips for Choosing an Event Photographer in Birmingham

As we hurtle towards 2026, I suddenly realised that I am heading into my 16th year of being a photographer. In that time, I’ve learnt a lot about the technical aspects of photography but also a lot about the photography and videography industry as a whole. Now, I want to share some of my insights to help customers and fellow professionals get the most out of the opportunities on offer. To start this off, I want to look at five tips that can help clients choose the right event photographer for them and how to avoid some common mistakes when selecting a photographer.

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How To Create Cinematic Looking Photographs

Over the past few years, there has been a real shift towards photographers wanting their images to look more cinematic. It’s not necessarily something you will see in commercial photography but on social media, there are countless accounts dedicated to the cinematic aesthetic, and they are incredibly popular! So how do you make your images look cinematic? I took an evening stroll to see what I could create. 

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