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A Beginners Guide to Lensbaby Lenses!
Let's dive into all things Lensbaby - what they are, some of the different types you get, who they are for, what to watch out for, and why they might be a great addition to your camera bag.
The What and Why of Lens Filters for Photography
What lens filters are, what you need, and how to use them? Then tune into this podcast recording and get a full guide to lens filters and how they can improve your photos.
5 Ways to Show Motion in Photography
Today I’m looking at and sharing 5 different ways to capture motion in your photos, along with some tips and ideas for using each one.
8 Questions To Help You Determine The Best Lens for YOU
I’m going to walk you through 8 questions you should ask yourself when shopping for a new camera lens. These questions will help you determine the best lens for you, based on your genre, interest, and style of photography, but also practical considerations such as weight or brand loyalty.
What Do The Numbers On My Camera Lens Mean?
I break down what the numbers on your camera lens mean so that you can figure out how a particular lens will perform, plus compare the difference to see which lens is best for you.
The What And The Why Behind Buying the Fujifilm X100V
This week, I’m taking you behind the scenes a little bit, as I talk about the latest addition to my photography gear, the Fujifilm X100V!
How To Use Your Regular Lens For Macro Photography!
Don't have a macro lens? No problem! Learn how to use your regular lens for macro photography with these wallet friendly alternatives to a macro lens.
Do You Really Need to Calibrate Your Camera Lens? Here's the Answer!
Don't let blurry or out-of-focus photos ruin your shots! Find out if you need to calibrate your camera lens and how to do it with this helpful guide.
Zoom vs Prime Lenses - Which One Is Right For You?
Are you struggling to decide between zoom and prime lenses? This article compares the two and provides insights to help you choose the best option for your photography needs.
Lenses for Child Photography: My 3 Must Have Lenses
Capturing the perfect shot of your little ones can be challenging, but the right lens can make all the difference. Check out my expert recommendations for the best lenses for child photography!
7 Essential Tips for Shooting with a 50mm f1.8 Lens
Shooting with a 50mm f1.8 lens can be a game-changer for your photography. Follow these tips to make the most of this versatile lens.
How to Take Studio Portraits At Home
Ever wondered how you can take beautiful studio portraits at home? Then you’re in the perfect place! I’m going to share with you how I take studio portraits at home using nothing more than natural light, and some simple inexpensive backdrops.
4 Photography Tools That will Make Your Life 10 x Easier
My husband has not one, not two, but three areas for his tools - the garage (where no cars are allowed) a shed at the back of the garden, and a “lock up” where the bigger and least used tools are.
But I only ever seem to see him use about 4 of the tools from them on any regular basis!
Which is the same in photography - although there are many shiny objects competing for our attention, there are only 4 that I would say I really recommend for you to get when learning photography.
These are the ones that I think will make the most difference both in terms of improving your photography skills, but also in just simply making your life easier, or saving you from frustration and headaches!
So without further ado, let’s jump in!
6 Different Types of Camera Lenses (and when to use each one)
One of the things that used to REALLY confuse me when I first started learning photography was all the different types of camera lenses that were available, which one I would need, and when I would use each one!
So as I’m willing to bet this bamboozles you too, I’ve put together this post that should make it all seem a damn sight easier to understand.
It breaks down the different types of lenses you can get, the variations you can find within that, along with suggestions for when you would use each one.
Plus, at the end of this post you’ll also get access to a free bonus download, The Which Lens Quick Guide, so don’t leave without it!
Let’s dig in…
Your DSLR to Mirrorless Questions Answered!
Today, I’m answering all your questions about switching from a DSLR to a mirrorless camera!
I switched cameras earlier this year from the Canon 5Dmk3, a DSLR camera, to the mirrorless Canon R6, and I’ve been loving having a new camera to play with.
I’ve had SO many questions about switching from a DSLR to a mirrorless camera in general, things like whether it was worth making the switch from a DSLR to a mirrorless camera, whether I had any problems with accessories or lenses, what was the most challenging thing to learn and so on, so today, I wanted to answer some of the most common ones I’ve received about changing over!