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Alik Griffin

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A professional video editor, and photographer with a Bachelors in Film studies from UCSD. Based in Los Angeles, I have created commercials, trailers, and other video content for various clients and platforms since 2005. I also love to write about my passions and share my insights on my blog.

Best Memory Card Canon M50 / Kiss M

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Must-Have Accessories Canon M50 / Kiss M

A guide for all the essential accessories for the Canon M50, also known as the Kiss M. For years I've been testing different batteries, memory cards, screen protectors on various cameras to find which products and brands are the best and which should be considered. These are the products I use when I'm shooting and they work great for the Canon M50.

Must Have Accessories Nikon Z6 / Z7

An accessory guide for all the best accessories for the Nikon Z6 or Z7. I've tested batteries, memory cards, screen protectors, cases and straps to find which products are the best and which should be considered. These are also the accessories I use on my Nikon Z6.

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Sony A7R IV | A Big Step In The Wrong Direction

As someone that has owned the A7r, the A7rII, and the A7rIII I was really excited about the potential for what Sony could do with the A7rIV. There is a lot of cool tech out there and a lot of cool implementation of that tech we've seen in other cameras. For example, the Fujifilm GFX100 with the rear screen on the grip or the customizable top display, the Canon with their touch-sensitive touch bar and flippy screen, the Panasonic S1R with the XQD and UHS-II memory card support and the Nikon Z7 with the massive 3.2" screen with 2 million dot with really good IBIS. As a leader in innovation, I was really expecting and anticipating Sony to bring something new to the table, some new designs, new interfaces, and new experiences to at least match the competition or hopefully leapfrog it. Instead, they looked back to 2012 and fired back up the megapixel war.

Best Micro SD Memory Card Kindle Fire

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Best Memory Cards Kindle Fire & Kindle Fire Kids

Upgrade your Kindle Fire or Kindle Fire Kids experience with the best memory cards on the market! Discover which micro-SD memory cards are fastest and most reliable here.

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Best Memory Cards – Samsung Galaxy S10 / S10+

An in-depth speed comparison between all the most popular memory cards tested in the Samsung Galaxy S10 / S10+. Use this guide to find the fastest and the best micro SD memory cards for your Samsung Galaxy Phone.

Fastest Memory Card Panasonic GX9

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Panasonic GX9 Memory Cards – Real Bencharks

In-Camera speed comparison between all the best UHS-I and UHS-II cards in the Panasonic GX9. Use this guide to find the best memory cards for your Panasonic GX9

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Must Have Accessories Mavic 2 Pro / Mavic 2 Zoom

This list looks at and compares some of the best accessories for the Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Zoom. There are a lot of accessories for these two drones, from ND filters, polarizers, batteries, launch pads, range extenders, and even skins. I've ordered as much gear as I can possibly get my hands on that I actually need and gave a short review.

Meike 35mm f1.4 Review & Sample Photos

The Meike 35mm f1.4 is a small but fast compact manual lens for APS-C and Micro Four Thirds cameras. With excellent bokeh and rendering, this is a fantastic lens for photographers seeking that classic look with shallow depth at a very reasonable price.

Floating Torri Oouo Shrine

The Floating Torii Gate – Behind The Shot

Deep within Kyushu island in the Ariake Sea of Japan are these cool Torii gates that get flooded twice a day with the high tide. The official name for this spot is The Floating Torii Gate of Oouo Shrine. Not sure what the story is with these, every time I read up on them the story seems slightly different and it never makes any sense. Something about blessing the waters for better fishing, or there is something about some giant fish. That's usually how it goes with historical sites in Japan. A giant catfish, a giant fish, a mountain god, etc. Fun stuff.

Meike 50mm f1.7 Review & Sample Photos

The Meike 50mm f1.7 is fully manual full frame mirrorless lens available in just about any mirrorless mount. Optically it's just a decent lens, but Meike lenses are more known for their classic rendering with a bit more character. This lens features a 12 blade aperture for smooth bokeh even at slower apertures, a 6 element optical formula for that smoother tonal depth and better micro-contrast, and an all-metal construction for long term reliability. It's well suited for photographers looking for a decent lens that is capable of handling just about any situation and don't want to spend a ton of cash.

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