Category Archives: Equipment

Opteka GLD-200 slider review

Some rough test shots with the Opteka GLD-slider. Shot on a Canon 5D Mark II with a Manfrotto 804RC2 head and a Manfrotto 190XPROB tripod whilst on a photo trip to Tunisia. View Opteka GLD-200 slider in high-definition on Vimeo. … Continue reading »

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Posted on June 14, 2012 by Jim Shannon

Canon 24-70mm f2.8L MKI vs MKII

Canon have just announced a successor to their popular 24-70mm f2.8L lens. But how does the new version compare to the incumbent? Find out with this simple comparison chart. Canon 24-70mm f2.8L Mark I Mark II Focal length and maximum … Continue reading »

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Posted on February 7, 2012 by Jim Shannon

Yongnuo TC-80 Timer Remote Controller review

Introduction I bought the TC-80N3b as a cheaper alternative to Canon’s TC-80N3 Timer Remote Controller — mainly so I could try my hand at time-lapse photography. I bought mine from ebay for about £20.00, plus postage and packing. Performance The … Continue reading »

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Posted on December 12, 2010 by Jim Shannon

ewa-marine U-BF100 review

Introduction Professional underwater DSLR housings aren’t cheap — costing considerably more than even the most expensive cameras. So I was interested to see if you could achieve any decent results with ewa-marine’s U-BF 100. Basically it’s a large, clear and … Continue reading »

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Posted on September 9, 2010 by Jim Shannon

ewa-marine U-BF100 first impressions

A first impressions review of the ewa-marine U-BF100 I’m off to Malaysia on holiday for a couple of weeks, so decided to splurge out on a ewa-marine housing for my camera. I don’t have any diving experience, so will just … Continue reading »

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Posted on August 13, 2010 by Jim Shannon

Seculine TwinLink T2D wireless flash trigger review

Introduction I ended up buying a set of these by chance yesterday after failing to bring the correct identification needed to hire a set of Pocket Wizards (the industry standard wireless triggers). At £120.00 the cost didn’t seem too great, … Continue reading »

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Posted on January 10, 2010 by Jim Shannon

Manfrotto 709B Tripod review

I wanted a very small travel tripod so bought a Manfrotto 709B. It’s not cheap (around £30) but is well made and easily holds my Canon 5D and 17-40 lens. Great for floor level work or when you have something … Continue reading »

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Posted on November 5, 2009 by Jim Shannon

Camera lens hire in the United Kingdom

I’d certainly advocate hiring, rather than buying, expensive or unusual lenses for one-off occasions. Hire prices are fairly steep (especially in London), so I was very pleased to find Lenses for Hire Limited. Their prices are a fraction of those … Continue reading »

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Posted on September 20, 2009 by Jim Shannon

Travel and documentary photography equipment list

I use Canon cameras and lenses, currently a 5D and a Canon EF 24-70 f2.8L lens. I also have Canon EF 17-40 f4L and 70-200 f4L lenses. I very occasionally use a 550EX flash. I’ve found Canon gear to be … Continue reading »

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Posted on November 10, 2008 by Jim Shannon

Buying a camera for travel photography

I’d advise you not to worry too much about the actual camera body. Buy the best zoom lens you can afford, then spend the rest of your budget on a body. I’ve only ever used Canon equipment, but can thoroughly … Continue reading »

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Posted on November 10, 2007 by Jim Shannon