Fuji and Nikon Lenses Vis-UV-IR test

March 10th, 2015

Test of Fuji and Nikon lenses looking at whether the lenses have infrared hotspots, how much ultraviolet they transmit, and any focus shift in IR and UV. [...]


Cheap UV torches / flashlights for UV induced fluorescence comparison

March 3rd, 2015

A look at 2 ultra cheap and one reasonably cheap UV torches, to see whether they put out any real ultraviolet light for UV induced fluorecsence photography. [...]


Zomei IR filters review & comparison

January 3rd, 2015

A review of three Zomei Infrared filters - 680nm, 760nm, and 850nm, and how they compare to various other infrared filters. [...]


Can the unconverted Fujifilm X-A1 be used for infrared photography?

December 15th, 2014

A look at how the Fujifilm X-A1 fares for infrared photography using 720nm and 730nm infrared filters, compared to a converted camera. [...]


Expert Shield Anti-glare Screen Protector for Fuji X-A1 / X-M1 Review

April 20th, 2014

Review of the Expert Shield anti-glare screen protector for the Fujifilm X-M1 and X-A1 cameras. I look at what you get for your money, how easy it is to apply to the screen, how well the anti glare surface works, and what effect on screen resolution / clarity the protector has. [...]


Sonia Close-up Kit Review

April 13th, 2014

Review of the Sonia Close-up kit. The kit includes a set of +1, +2, +4, and +10 diopter lenses that allow you to get close-up and macro photos with almost any lens. The Sonia close-up kit is available quite cheaply on eBay, so is it any good? [...]


MPU-100 Arca-Swiss compatible Universal Quick Release L plate bracket Review

April 6th, 2014

A review of the MPU-100 Universal Quick Release L plate bracket, an arca-swiss compatible quick release L bracket designed for use with most cameras, and which can be purchased quite cheaply on eBay. [...]


Fujifilm X-M1 vs X-A1 w/ 16-50mm kit lens: ACR & Capture One compared

March 21st, 2014

A look at how the image quality of the Fujifilm X-M1 compares to the X-A1 and how the choice of RAW convertor (ACR or Capture One) affects the image. [...]


eBay Meking 99p UV Filter Review

March 8th, 2014

Review of a cheap 99 pence 58mm UV filter sold by Meking Photo Studio on eBay. For 99p including shipping from China, how bad will it be? [...]


eBay 80 cm / 32 in Octa Umbrella Softbox Review

February 23rd, 2014

A review of the 80cm (32″) octagon umbrella softbox suitable for speedlight flashes available on eBay. Looking particularly at uniformity across the front panel [...]