Is it safe for you to use a cloud service to backup your photographs?

As we all rely more and more on backing up via the convenience of cloud services, we have to ask ourselves, “is it safe for us to use a cloud service” more than ever. In this article we look at the pros, cons and why we should or should not use cloud services. A cloudContinue reading “Is it safe for you to use a cloud service to backup your photographs?”

Photographing wildlife (birds) with the XC50-230mm

We all know that the Fujifilm XC50-230mm is often belittled and very underrated. We looked at Fujifilms most underrated lens recently, and the general feedback was that those who actually use it, really like it, but those who hadn’t used it seemed to think it was just a poor man’s 50-200mm with not much toContinue reading “Photographing wildlife (birds) with the XC50-230mm”

The Advantages Of Photographing In Raw

I’ve already written an article on the benefits of shooting jpeg, but of course, many photographers like to photograph in raw. Of course, all you need to do is take photographs in which ever mode suits you, so as a companion piece we’ll look at what benefits you have taking photographs in raw format. WhatContinue reading “The Advantages Of Photographing In Raw”

Fujifilm’s most underrated lens

Fujifilm release some amazing lenses. In fact, there is not really a lens that is not capable, or not sharp enough to please even the most toughest critics. However, because Fujifilm have an XF range and an XC range, targeting quality build and higher price over lower price and a not so good build qualityContinue reading “Fujifilm’s most underrated lens”

Landscape Photography: An Introduction (Part 1)

In this article, regular contributor David Ellinsworth takes us through part one of his multi-part guide to photographing landscapes. When I began photographing landscapes it seemed like an easy option. After all, landscapes don’t move; they’re easy targets, and so I thought if I stand in the right place with a great view in front of meContinue reading “Landscape Photography: An Introduction (Part 1)”