Canon EOS R8 vs R6 mark II – The 10 main differences

R8 and R6 II side by side

As I’m writing this article, I just sent back the R6 mark II after finishing my field tests, and whose review has been published. It’s a camera I really enjoyed using, and that addresses the shortcomings of its predecessor, while making other things even better. So, when Canon announced the …

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Review of the Nikon Z9 and Settings for Bird Photography

Nikon Z9 body with nature background

Finally! That’s the word that best describes this review. I’ve been trying to get my hands on the Nikon Z9 for a while now, but there was always something in the way, whether it was a private matter or camera / lens availability. December was the lucky month: I found …

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Ireland Self-Drive Photography Tour by Thomas Stirr

A little while ago… pre-COVID… my wife and I spent 4 weeks on the ground doing a self-drive photography tour of Ireland and Northern Ireland. We had a number of friends who had visited Ireland and enjoyed their experiences. Most had participated in 1 or 2 week organized bus tours. …

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Fujifilm X-T4 vs X-T5 – The 10 Main Differences

Fujifilm X-T4 and X-T5 side by side

When a new Fujifilm camera comes on the scene, it tends to grab the attention of an enthusiastic audience, particularly when it’s an X-T model. The X-T5 arrives with great fanfare in its fifth recital. Compared to the Fujifilm X-T4, users can expect a host of improvements in almost all …

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