I had an issue with Canon M50 Mark II showing black bars on the top and bottom of the image when using HDMI out. I struggled with this for about an hour, Googling, going through Canon Community forms and Reddit... however, nothing helped. One post mentioned something about checking the HDMI cable, and sure enough... I replaced my Micro-HDMI to HDMI cable with this one and it … [Read more...] about Canon M50 producing black bars with Clean HDMI out
In-camera bounce flash on the Panasonic Lumix GX-85 with wedding photography samples
Panasonic Lumix GX-85 with Hot Shoe cover Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to attend a wedding near Dallas, Texas. Of course, like any photography-opportunity event, I first had to decide which camera to take. It actually didn't take long this time because the more I use the Panasonic Lumix GX85, the more purpose I see in its portability. In my 15 Reasons for the G85 … [Read more...] about In-camera bounce flash on the Panasonic Lumix GX-85 with wedding photography samples
Olympus OM1 vs. Olympus E-M1X
OM-1 OM Digital Solutions has nicknamed the OM1 the WOW camera. Let's take a look at it and compare it with the E-M1X. Price The OM-1 is at a great price point of $2199 USD. The E-M1X is currently at $1699, $500 less than the OM-1. But not so fast... the E-M1X comes with an integrated battery grip and includes a two-battery charger. Let's look at some math. OM1 … [Read more...] about Olympus OM1 vs. Olympus E-M1X
SAMTIAN Photo Light Box for Product Photography? (Review)
Introduction As a content creator related to cameras and gear, I'm often shooting a lot of product photography and videography. I'm very much a do-it-yourself-er and don't have a permanent space for my product photography. Each photo session requires assembling lights, backgrounds, tripods, lenses and cameras. So when I had an opportunity to review this SAMTIAN 32" Photo … [Read more...] about SAMTIAN Photo Light Box for Product Photography? (Review)
Panasonic 12-60: The Queen of Lumix Kit Lenses
The Panasonic Lumix 12-60 f/3.5 - 5.6 is a kit lens I got bundled with the G85. It also ships with the G95, and sometimes the G9 and GH5. When I declare that this lens has a place among the "Royals" of lenses, I'm referring to the class of Panasonic Lumix and Olympus non-pro lenses. Price This lens is going for $500 on Amazon and you can find it used for around $270 on … [Read more...] about Panasonic 12-60: The Queen of Lumix Kit Lenses