Lensbaby Composer M42 mount mod

August 21st, 2014

How I created an M42 mount for my Lensbaby Composer, so I can use the Lensbaby on any camera with an M42 mount adapter and use it with accessories like a M42 focusing helical for better close-up / macro performance. [...]

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DIY M39 Optic adapter for the Lensbaby Composer

August 9th, 2014

How I made an adapter to allow using M39 mount enlarger lenses with the Lensbaby Composer body. This allows tilting the plane of focus without the selective focus of a standard Lensbaby optic. [...]

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Using enlarger lenses with the Fuji X System

May 4th, 2014

How to use enlarging lenses on the Fuji X or other mirrorless systems, including making an adapter for use with lenses that require a closer flange back distance than the M42 mount for infinity focus. [...]

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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. [...]

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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? [...]

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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. [...]

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How to dismantle the Sunpak Auto 170 flash for modification

March 30th, 2014

How to dismantle the Sunpak Auto 170 flash for modification or repair - a tricky flash to open that appears to have no screws. [...]

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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. [...]

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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? [...]

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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 [...]

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Last updated by Dave Kennard

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