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”

Christmas Is Coming! Swansea Christmas Parade 2025

And so another year passes and it is that time for the various Christmas Parades that take place this time of year. In the last previous years myself and the family have missed out on the main Swansea Christmas Parade, and have attended the smaller parade that takes place in Port Talbot. Well… This yearContinue reading “Christmas Is Coming! Swansea Christmas Parade 2025”

Are You Using Your Zoom Lens In The Wrong Way?

Are You Using Your Zoom Lenses Wrong? Here is a Guide to More Purposeful Photography and understanding why you might be using your zoom lens in the wrong way. Of course, there are times when some of this does not apply, such as for wildlife, however, for most other things, you have to ask yourself…Continue reading “Are You Using Your Zoom Lens In The Wrong Way?”

Barry Island – A Walk Along The Prom

Today we took a lovely walk along the prom in Barry Island, Cardiff. Once the home of the infamous Barry Butlins Holiday camp, the island is still a little seaside town with a lot to offer. Today I wanted to just capture the people, the place and the atmosphere. I was armed with my NikonContinue reading “Barry Island – A Walk Along The Prom”

A Summer Pier Shoot With Claudia

We were lucky to have amazing weather for a shoot that had been planned for a long time by my fellow photographer David. We met up with Claudia at Penarth Pier near Cardiff and then enjoyed three hours of photography with an exceptional model. Obviously I took along the Nikon Z6ii and the Nikon ZF,Continue reading “A Summer Pier Shoot With Claudia”