Going Back to the Canon 5D Classic (and Letting the Sony a7 II Go)
A KEH-bought Canon 5D Classic, a Sony a7 II on its way out, and the career story between them — from a Rebel XTi to stepping back from spec-chasing in 2026.
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The New Everyday Camera in 2024: Fujifilm XF10
This is the story of how I acquired my new Fuji XF10 camera in 2024. It’s about the thought process behind my decision to get this camera, how I accidentally ended up with it, and a few initial impressions from messing around with it. I’ll probably create a short series experimenting with this camera, but […]
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Sony Zeiss Sonnar T* FE 35mm f/2.8 ZA – First Impression in 2024
Sony’s announcement of the full-frame cameras also included five ‘FE’ lenses, released 10+ years ago. The 35mm f/2.8 Sonnar marks the debut of Zeiss FE mount lenses, and while it doesn’t push the boundaries with its maximum aperture, it’s anticipated to deliver excellent performance for its size. On
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Getting Your Feet Wet With Film Photography
If you’re ever wanting to get into film photography but you’re completely unsure where to start, this blog post will definitely help you get started and into a good direction. The goal of this post is to get you started in the direction needed to achieve some images on your first negative using the most […]
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An ‘Old Beater’ Beats A Bare Hand
It’s better to have a piece of tool handy and ready for those moments you want to snap something significant to you. Personal Note When it comes to second-hand analog equipment, I’m always conscious of the overall condition of a camera, preferably the cosmetic condition. This gives some insight into how well used or maintained […]
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Hasselblad SWC/M First Impression
First Impressions The Hasselblad SWC, short for Supreme Wide Angle Camera, belongs to a special line of wide-angle medium-format cameras that first appeared in the 1950s and continued through the early 2000s with the 903 SWC. Every model follows the same general concept. It shoots 6×6 square negativ
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Carl Zeiss 110mm f/2 Planar Lens on a Pentax 67 System: Uncharted Conversions
For years, I’ve always admired Hasselblad, its systems, and its impressive lineup of lenses. Over time, I’ve experimented with everything from the classic 500 series and H Series to the unique 2000 and 200 series bodies. I’ve used lenses ranging from the common Planar 80mm f/2.8 to iconic options li
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Introducing Tog&Log
Tog & Log is a blog/vlog designed to guide artists in documenting their creative processes, promoting self-awareness and reflection. By sharing insights on various project stages, it helps users improve their methods and achieve desired results. Inspired by photography, the name reflects a blend of recording and analog techniques.
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