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Spot Metering

The Questions We would recommend using spot metering for a more accurate exposure! What is Spot Metering? Why Spot Meter a subject? So how do I do that? How can I work out the -6 stops of light? As per … Continue reading

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STC ND64 review part 2

Having performed some basic tests on the STC ND64 clip filter earlier, it was decided to take the testing a little further. The filter displayed excellent results using a Sigma 24-60mm lens, using the 60mm end. We wanted to know … Continue reading

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Camera Make and Model ?

 If you have been following our blog you will know that Colin and I are Nikon camera owners, both 35mm film and digital. We also have Micro 4/3rds Panasonic cameras which have been converted to shoot in IR (infrared) by … Continue reading

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STC IR cut ND64

  We were so impressed with the STC IR cut ND64 filter, that is was felt a separate review was required. To start with. What is an ND filter? ND stands for neutral density, an even reduction in light across … Continue reading

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Neutral Density Filters

Welcome to the second of our reviews involving STC filters. In this we are testing something quite different. We are testing an ND filter that actually fits inside the camera, rather than attaching to the camera lens, certainly not something … Continue reading

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The how and why of reviews

Before we launch into our next review proper. I thought it would be good to give some further information about our review proceedures. We prefer to photograph real locations rather than test charts, this does mean that sometimes we photograph … Continue reading

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To ‘UV or not ‘UV’ ? That is the question.

 There are lots of differing views on this subject. If you use Youtube there is a variety of videos which shows the pros and cons. So I can only answer this question from my many years of personal experience. I … Continue reading

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Are all UV filters the same?

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I know it sound like a strange title for a review of UV (Ultra Violet) filters and since this is generally the first filter most people purchase, it is very valid, as the review will show. This review came about … Continue reading

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The Photography Show Report

Yesterday (Tuesday) we made our annual trip to Birmingham for the Photography Show, our chance to catch up on new technology, source supplies, meet old aquaintances and make new contacts. This year we were primarily looking for new lenses, updated … Continue reading

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Nikon 100mm Series E

The review (at last!) by M Wow, what an amazing little lens! When I say little, I mean little at only 57.5 mm long! So how come this lens is so small? It’s down to its construction really. It’s made … Continue reading

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