The OM-D E-M1 II is an impressive camera in many ways, but there is one area that has always disappointed me, and that is the autofocus performance. It was a good step forward from its predecessor, the original E-M1, but not enough to stay ahead of the competition. In fact, many mirrorless models, including mid-level […]
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Sony Eye AF for Animals – a6400, A7 III, A7R III
Among the various improvements brought to autofocus technology over the years, I consider eye detection one of the most interesting. Why is this? Well, the explanation is quite simple: when you take a picture of a person, achieving correct focus on the eyes is essential. If the eyes are out of focus, even just slightly, […]
Using the Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D for Fujifilm X in Barcelona
A few months ago, we travelled to Barcelona for the launch of Panasonic’s Lumix S1 and S1R. Although Mat had been there before for business many years ago, this was my first ever trip to this vibrant Mediterranean city and it lived up to my every expectation: sandy beaches stretching for miles, palm trees as […]
Scotland with an unexpected pair: Panasonic Lumix G9 & S1R
My initial plan for our two week holiday in Scotland was to bring the Nikon Z6 and the 24-70mm f/4 lens, a combo that in a similar form (Z7 and the same zoom) gave me lots of satisfaction during our holiday in Italy last year. A week before our departure, Panasonic UK asked me if […]