I Was Asked A Strange question, Which You Can Learn From If You Are Looking For A New Camera

This week I was asked the strangest question when I posted my latest portrait shoot with our model Mark. The question was a first for me to hear, but thinking about it, in a round about way it is asked by many people, a lot of the time.  I was asked “how and why doContinue reading “I Was Asked A Strange question, Which You Can Learn From If You Are Looking For A New Camera”

A Winter Portrait Shoot – A New Lens

The first main portrait shoot of the year was well worth the wait, as we hit the SA1 area of Swansea and had a wonderful portrait session with our model Mark. It was very cold, we had some technical difficulties, and I had a new lens to try out, so it was an eventful day!Continue reading “A Winter Portrait Shoot – A New Lens”

A Quick Visit To The Pier

Today I did not intend to go out to take many photos, and I did not take many photos. However, my friend and myself decided to do a little reccy-trip to check out our location for next weeks group meet. I decided to use the opportunity to try out a few things before next weeksContinue reading “A Quick Visit To The Pier”

Happy New 2026 – My 2025 Site In Stats And Pics

‘Hello and welcome to my year end roundup of all things photography here at One Camera One Lens. As you may know, on this site I like to share my personal photography, some work photography, hints, tips, reviews and so much more! This year has been exceptional, and I have really found my mojo againContinue reading “Happy New 2026 – My 2025 Site In Stats And Pics”

Unlock the Power of Your Sensor: Why In-Camera Crop Modes are Perfect for Everyday Photography

Many full-frame (FF) camera owners ignore the built-in crop modes, such as the APS-C (or DX) crop, viewing them only as a feature for adapting older lenses. However, for most users whose photos end up on social media or in family albums, 6these modes offer powerful, practical benefits that can significantly improve your shooting experienceContinue reading “Unlock the Power of Your Sensor: Why In-Camera Crop Modes are Perfect for Everyday Photography”