Tag: Nikon Z8

Viltrox 135mm f1.8 LAB Review – Don’t Sleep On This One

A lot of interesting things have come from Viltrox this year, one of them is a new line of premium lenses that they are labeling as LAB. Today, we have the Viltrox AF 35mm f1.2 LAB Lens for Sony, the Viltrox 135mm f1.8 LAB for both Nikon and Sony and the newest Viltrox AF 85mm…
Kipon 24mm f2.4 Lens Review & Sample Images

The Kipon IBERIT 24mm f2.4 (or sometimes branded as the Elegant) is a compact, manual-focus lens designed for mirrorless cameras, available in mounts like Fujifilm X, Sony E, Leica M, Nikon Z, and Canon RF. It’s also available in a Cine body, rebranded as part of the Colibri line. I tested this lens on the…
Nikon Z 50mm f1.4 Review & Sample Photos

Announced in September 2024, the Nikon Z 50mm f1.4 is a great addition to Nikon’s Z-mount lineup. Promising a classic focal length, a bright aperture, and a budget-friendly price tag. After spending some time with it, I’m excited to share my thoughts on how it performs in the real world. This is a nice one,…
Nikon Z 35mm f1.4 vs 35mm f1.8 S – Sample Images

I’ve been shooting a bit with the 35mm f1.4 lately and am already in love with the lens. It’s not perfect; it’s not an S lens, which in this case means it’s missing the ED elements, the Nano Crystal coating and has a different rendering (which I will demonstrate in this comparison), but for the…
Canon R5 II vs Nikon Z8 vs Sony A1

Several amazing high-resolution stacked full-frame sensor cameras are now on the market, and the Canon R5 II could be the new king. But let’s first look at the specs to see how it compares to the Sony A1 and Nikon Z8. Canon R5 II vs. Nikon Z8 vs. Sony A1 General Overview These cameras have…
Nikon Z8 Color Shifts When Shooting 4K24p NRAW

A look at the color shifts that happen in the shadows when shooting NRAW at 4k24p with the Nikon Z8 and Nikon Z9.
Lensbaby OMNI Creative Filter Review

The Lensbaby Omni Creative Filter System attaches to the front of your lens, offering a powerful tool for creative photographers. With magnetic wand attachments, you can bend light, add color, and create artistic effects. Here is how I’m using it with street photography!
Tiffen Glimmerglass Filter Review

The Glimmer Glass is one of the many types of diffusion filters made by Tiffen that produces one of many different types of Diffusion effects. While they all diffuse light, they are not all the same and do it in their own way and the use-case will vary pretty significantly. See how the Tiffen Glimmer…
Vemico EN-eL15C Nikon Third-Party Batteries

With the latest Nikon Z8, not all third-party batteries have been working properly. For example, the old third-party batteries I’ve been using for the Nikon Z6, do not work on my Nikon Z8. This brings me to this third-party battery company called Vemico.
Nikon z8 vs Sony A7rV – Ultra Detailed Comparison

Nikon z8 or Sony A7rV? Find out which camera is the better choice for your photography needs in this in-depth comparison.