Author: Alik Griffin

  • Fujifilm X-T2 Battery Grip Review – A Must Have

    Fujifilm X-T2 Battery Grip Review – A Must Have

    I finally bit the bullet and got the Fujifilm X-T2 battery grip. I’ve been putting it off because I just wasn’t sure if I would really take advantage of all the extra features it offered – long story short, I bought it and it’s awesome.

  • Fujifilm 56mm f1.2 Bokeh Sample Images

    Fujifilm 56mm f1.2 Bokeh Sample Images

    There is a magical lens by Fujifilm that I feel just doesn’t get enough credit or praise and I wanted to dedicate a post to it and the insane bokeh it’s capable of producing.

  • Canon SL2 / EOS 200D Review: Still a Solid Starter DSLR

    Canon SL2 / EOS 200D Review: Still a Solid Starter DSLR

    I don’t do a lot of reviews on cameras I don’t own, but recently I had the Canon SL2 for a weekend and was so impressed by the way it shot and felt that I had to take it out for a day of shooting. Here are my initial impressions. 

  • Fastest Memory Cards For The Canon SL2 (EOS 200D)

    Fastest Memory Cards For The Canon SL2 (EOS 200D)

    An in-camera test of all the most popular UHS-I and UHS-II memory cards to determine which card is fastest in the Canon the Canon SL2 / EOS 200D. Use this guide to find the best memory cards for your needs and your budget.

  • Helios 44-2 58mm f2 Review | A King Of Character

    Helios 44-2 58mm f2 Review | A King Of Character

    If you’re looking to get started collecting old vintage lenses from the 80’s and 90’s, then the Helios 44 series is a great place to start. They are known for their beautiful large swirling bubble bokeh. There are several variations of this lens all with different character. They are all similar and different but built…

  • Mastering Manual Focus | Fujifilm XT2

    Mastering Manual Focus | Fujifilm XT2

    Lately I’ve been shooting quite a bit with the Helios 44-2 and other old vintage m42 manual focus lenses from the 80’s. While shooting with manual lenses takes more time and isn’t always as precise, it’s much more rewarding and you feel like you have complete control of every shot you take. 

  • Every Fujifilm GFX Lens in 2026 (GF Mount Complete List)

    Every Fujifilm GFX Lens in 2026 (GF Mount Complete List)

    A list of all the Fuji GF lenses available, by Fujifilm and third-party lens manufacturers.

  • Summer In San Clemente | Fujifilm X-T2

    Summer In San Clemente | Fujifilm X-T2

    For the fourth of July weekend we returned to my homeland to hang out with some family. Shot with the Fujifilm X-T2 and the Fujinon 56mm f1.2

  • Malibu Girl | XT2

    Malibu Girl | XT2

    Not too far down in Malibu is this fancy little mall they call the Malibu County Mart. It’s a nice little escape from the over crowded city that is Los Angeles, but also is a great place for the little one to explore.

  • Best Memory Cards For The Sony A9

    Best Memory Cards For The Sony A9

    We tested all the most popular UHS-I and UHS-II memory cards in-camera to determine how each performed and which were fastest. I also share my findings on memory card configurations, possible heat issues as well as video performance. Use this guide to find the best memory cards for your needs and your budget.   Best…