Tag: Camera Tips
Is the Fuji X100VI a Perfect Travel Camera?…Why I Love it (And why I don’t!)
Is the Fuji X100VI the perfect travel camera? This much-acclaimed compact camera has been generating buzz since its release in March 2024. Two years later, there are still waiting lists at major camera retailers. Although it has a fixed lens that doesn’t zoom, a single card slot, and battery life that leaves much to be…
Backing Up Your Photos Part 1 – Simple In Camera Solution
Backing up your photos in your camera is where your backup process should start. This means that as soon as you press that shutter button, you have two copies being saved onto two different memory cards. This solution only works if you have a camera with two memory card slots. If you do not, then…
How to take good holiday photos. Tips and examples
Are you looking for some top tips on how to take good holiday photos? You have just booked that dream holiday, and you want to ensure you get a slew of photos you will look back on with pride. Maybe you want to impress your friends and family with all the amazing things you have…
Canon RF 100mm Macro is Amazing for Stunning Portraits!!
The Canon RF 100mm Macro is not just great for Macro, but it is also amazing for Portraits! I admit, I initially bought this for Macro when I am out doing any Outdoor Photography, but, the focal length and Aperture mean it would be great for portraits. Thoughts on the Canon RF 100mm Macro This…
How To Update Canon Firmware Easily – Using An R6
Every so often, things need an update. Firmware for your Canon Camera is no different. I am using my Canon R6 to update this Firmware, but this works for many different Canon cameras. In this blog post, I will be showing you how to update your firmware, using a Canon R6 as an example. There…
Exposure in Photography – Auto ISO – How to use it
Auto ISO is an auto setting that is a great tool if you want to get the correct exposure in photography. It changes the ISO automatically to get you the correct exposure. Sometimes, particularly in changing lighting conditions, you may need a little more help. Auto ISO is a great tool to use if you…
Canon R6 Custom Shooting Modes for Video
There has been a lot of chatter online about the Canon R6 Custom Shooting Modes for Video. Or rather the lack of them. I thought this blog post may be useful as there is a way you can program the C1, C2 and C3 dials for different video settings, but you do lose some of…
GeoTag Photos – How To Add A Location To A Photo
I don’t know about you, but every time I take a trip or a holiday, I like to Geotag my photos. So, I thought I would share exactly how GeoTag a Photo. I have been on some great trips in the past. Sometimes it’s nice to look back and see exactly where you took a…
Shutter Speed Aperture and ISO – Camera Basics
Today’s post is all about Shutter Speed Aperture and ISO, which are the three main elements and the camera basics in getting the correct exposure. We are getting out of Auto mode and taking control of your camera. If you have an even exposure, but you adjust one, then to keep that exposure you have…
Lens Compression and How it affects your Background
Did you know that a simple change to your focal length can dramatically change your photo? This post is all about Lens Compression and how it affects your Background. I love putting out posts like this and is one of the reasons I started to document my journey into Shooting, Learning, and Sharing. I have…
Calculating Shutter Speed for Long Exposures
I wanted to share a great trick I recently learnt, that is perfect for Calculating Shutter Speed for Long Exposures. Nailing exposure can be tough, especially if it’s likely to be a longer exposure. Today, I am going to show you a super simple calculation you can use to make your life a whole lot…
Shutter Speed in Photography Explained
Last time out, I did a post all about Aperture. So today, it is the turn of taking a look at Shutter Speed in Photography. As with most of my Blog posts, there is an accompanying video, so, if you would prefer to watch that, then here it is! If, however, you prefer to have…
What is Aperture in Photography – Depth of Field explained
When you first take up photography, one of the mysteries would be, What is Aperture in Photography? Good morning, Richard here and welcome to today’s post. Today, I wanted to have a little chat about Aperture, and Depth of Field. Setting the correct Aperture is key in photography. Particularly if you want to make your…
Lightroom Tethering – How to Set Up
Lightroom Tethering is one of the great features of Adobe’s go to editing software. I recently did a video on taking self-portrait type photos and came across an issue. Being able to compose the photo, and also get the focusing point in the exact spot I wanted to was a challenge. That prompted me to…
How to Find Your Lens Sweet Spot
Did you know your lens has an Aperture point that is the sharpest? This quick tutorial shows you easily How to Find Your Lens Sweet Spot. Below is a video I put together, showing how I went about finding my lens sweet spot. So don’t forget to check that out. This can be found over…
How to shoot Macro without a Macro lens
Have you ever wondered how to shoot macro without a macro lens? Here on my website, I am always trying different aspects of Photography. Shooting. Learning. And Sharing. If you search #MacroPhotography on Instagram, you will find some absolutely stunning images of insects gazing back at you. A hairy spider staring you down, or the…
Understanding Canon Focus points
Exbury Gardens is a 200-acre woodland garden located in the heart of the New Forest in Hampshire, and this was a great opportunity to get a better understanding of Canon Focus points on my Canon Camera. Just a short drive from our house, and noticing they had a Falconry display on, it seemed a good…
Custom Shooting Settings in a Canon DSLR
The Custom Shooting Settings in Canon a DSLR are a great way to make your life just that little bit easier on your shoots. And we are all for that! Here is another quick instruction post about how to set this up. If you would prefer to follow along to the video, go ahead, but…
Canon 5D Mark IV Extra Menu Options
So I have been using the Canon 5D MkIII for several years, and over Christmas I had the chance to use the MkIV for a couple of weeks. I was really keen to see if it was worth the upgrade. At a price in excess of £2k, would have to be well worth it. That…
Using the Favourites Menu on the Canon
The Favourites Menu on the Canon, in particular the 5D Mark 3, which is my main camera, is a great function. Worthy of one of my Two Minute Tips video tutorials. If following along to a video is easier, then see below, otherwise, read on. There are 20 pages of Menu options on the Canon…
