There are worse places to be than gliding silently at water level amongst the icebergs, seals, and penguins of Antarctica.
Reviews & Tips
Photos Taken with a Sony a6400
Here's a collection of photos I've taken with the Sony a6400 to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
Sony a6400 High ISO Sample Images
Here's a collection of photos I've taken with the Sony Alpha a6400 mirrorless camera using high ISOs from ISO 6400 up through ISO 102400.
Photos Taken with an Olympus OM-D E-M1X Micro Four Thirds Mirrorless Camera
Here's a selection of images I've taken in my hands-on testing of the Olympus OM-D E-M1X Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera.
Practical Examples of the ISO Range of the Olympus OM-D E-M1X
Here are some practical examples of the ISO range of the Olympus OM-D E-M1X Micro Four Thirds camera.
Example of the Zoom Range of the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm ƒ/2.8 Pro Zoom Lens
Here's a quick practical example of the zoom range of the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm ƒ/2.8 Pro zoom lens.
Photos Taken with the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm ƒ/2.8 Pro lens
Here are some photos I've taken with the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm ƒ/2.8 Pro lens.
How to Switch Between Autofocus (AF) and Manual Focus (MF) on the Olympus M.Zuiko 12-40mm ƒ/2.8 Zoom Lens
Here's how to switch between Autofocus (AF) and Manual Focus (MF) modes on the Olympus M.Zuiko 12-40mm ƒ/2.8 zoom lens.
Ricoh GR III High ISO Images
Here are some photos shot at high ISOs with the Ricoh GR III under real-world shooting conditions.
Travel Photography
A Beautiful Underground Oasis at Cenote Dzitnup
Cenote Xkeken, near Valladolid, is one of the prettiest of the 3,000 or so underground cenotes scattered across Mexico's Yucatan peninsula.
Hagia Sophia, Istanbul's Byzantine Jewel
Hagia Sophia is old. Very old. The building that currently stands on the first of Istanbul's famous seven hills dates back almost 1,500 years and has had a remarkable and colorful history. It's also a beautiful place to visit.
Pacaya Volcano, Guatemala
Just outside Antigua, Pacaya is one of several active volcanos that make up the Central American Volcanic Arc.
Newark at Night from the Air
Newark, New Jersey, isn't exactly known as a jewel of the American northeast. But from certain vantage points, it can actually be quite pretty. Glittery, even.
Myanmar's Scenic U Bein Bridge
U Bein Bridge has become one of Myanmar's iconic landmarks. Spanning 3/4 of a mile, the foot bridge is reputed to be the longest teak bridge in the world.
North Stradbroke Island, Australia
Known to the locals as "Straddie," North Stradbroke Island near Brisbane separates southern Moreton Bay from the Pacific Ocean. With miles of spectacular ocean beaches and an abundance of local marine life such as whales, sharks, turtles, and dolphins, it's a popular summer holiday destination.
Istanbul's Beautiful Mosques
Istanbul's mosques dominate the city's skyline, and their understated and elegant interiors can be stunningly beautiful.
The Lakes of Hanoi
Hanoi has a lot of lakes. They provide a respite from the crushing traffic and incessant bustle in other parts of the city.
GoPro HERO7 Black vs HERO6 Black
If you're trying to choose between the HERO7 Black and HERO6 Black or deciding whether to upgrade, here's a detailed comparison of how they're similar and how they differ.
GoPro Tips
How to Change the Wifi Band Frequency on a GoPro
Some of the newer GoPro cameras allow you to select either 5Ghz or 2.4Ghz wifi bands. Here's how to do it.
How to Reset and Find a GoPro's Wifi Password and Network ID
If you're trying to reset your GoPro's wifi password or just look up what it is so you can connect, here are the steps for recent GoPro models.
How Do You Turn on a GoPro Without Recording?
If your GoPro begins recording as soon as you turn it on, you're probably starting it in QuikCapture mode. Here's how to turn on your GoPro without the recording beginning immediately.
How to Control Multiple GoPros with a Single Remote
GoPro's Smart Remote will let you control up to 50 cameras from a single remote. Here's an overview of how it works.
How to Prevent the GoPro HERO7 Cameras from Filming Vertically by Using Landscape Lock
The HERO7 cameras have sensors that can detect the rotation of the camera. Here's how to lock it in place to prevent automatic rotation.
How to Connect a GoPro Smart Remote or Remo to a HERO6 Black
If you're looking to control your GoPro HERO6 Black with the Smart Remote or Remo, here are some step-by-step guides to pairing the remotes with the camera.
How to Lock the Screen on a GoPro HERO7
If you find that you're accidentally touching the back screen and changing shooting modes when shooting with the HERO7 cameras, here's how to lock the screen.
How to Connect a Remote to the GoPro HERO7 Black
GoPro remote pairing guides for the HERO7 Black with the Smart Remote and Remo.
Lightroom Tips
How to Filter by Image Orientation of Landscape, Portrait, or Square
If you need to filter out just the portrait (vertical), landscape (horizontal), or square images, you can use the Aspect Ratio filter criteria.
How to Change the Color Behind Single Images in Lightroom Classic
You can change the color of the space behind single images in Lightroom. That can be simply a matter of preference or used as a visualization tool
Can Aurora HDR 2019 Salvage Otherwise Unusable Photos?
HDR is traditionally all about the drama. But it doesn't have to be all about overly saturated and uber dramatic images. The tone-mapping tools built into apps like Photomatix and Aurora HDR 2019 can be useful for making otherwise blah photos more interesting and perhaps salvaging them as keepers.
How to Change the Thumbnail Image for a Video in Lightroom
Changing the thumbnail image used for videos in Lightroom can be a handy way to provide a more useful visual reference point when you're trying to find the video you're after. Here's how to do it.
How to Trim Videos in Lightroom
Lightroom doesn't have much in the way of editing tools when working with video files, but it does have the ability to trim the beginning or end of video clips.
How to Customize the Color Labels in Lightroom
Color labels are one of several useful workflow tools in Lightroom. And if you want to customize what text label is paired with which color, you can. Here's how.
How to Switch between Landscape and Portrait Orientations When Cropping Images
Lightroom has a super quick way to switch between landscape and portrait orientations with the crop tool. Here's how to do it.
How to Convert the GPS Coordinates in Lightroom's Map Module to Decimal Format
Lightroom's map module uses GPS coordinates in the degrees, minutes, and seconds format. If you need them in decimal degree format, here's a quick way to convert them.
