Top Ten Questions With Kevin Jairaj
Kevin Jairaj has been the Official Photographer for the College Football Playoff National Championship since its inception in 2015 and has become sought after for sports, weddings, and events in London; Trinidad and Tobago; the Bahamas; the USA; and, especially, his home state of Texas. Kevin has covered multiple Super Bowls and the Olympics. He shares why double exposures aren't artful, why panning skill is essential, and which standard piece of gear is "obsolete."
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5 Camera Brands That Died Because They Couldn't Adapt
The photography industry witnessed one of business history's most dramatic upheavals during the digital revolution. Companies that dominated film photography for generations found themselves unprepared for fundamental changes in how images were captured, processed, and shared. This transformation claimed several iconic brands, each offering distinct lessons about navigating technological disruption.
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Camovue Talon Pro Field Review: A Trail Camera That Could Actually Work in the Irish Landscape
After my previous experience with Reolink’s Go PT Ultra, which I reviewed here, I was curious to see how the company’s new Camovue Talon Pro would stack up in more realistic wildlife conditions. This time, it promised to be more purpose-built for the outdoors, with proper security features, solar charging, and app-based animal detection. Here’s what I found after three weeks of field testing in the Irish countryside.
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Are Camcorders Coming Back Now, Too?
Going to make a bold prediction (or a hot take) here: Camcorders are going to make a point-and-shoot style comeback in the next year. In the same way that compact cameras have experienced a resurgence among youth looking for the nostalgic vibes, so too will the handy cams that those of us who actually used the things back in the day will never understand.
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Sigma’s New 16-300mm Lens: Ultimate Versatility?
Sigma recently released the new 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS Contemporary lens, designed to tackle everything from wide angle landscapes to distant sports action with one lens. It could simplify your kit, but is the convenience worth the potential compromise in image quality?
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Tamron’s New 16-30mm G2 Lens: Worth the Extra Money?
The Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 lens has just landed, and it's worth your attention if you’re serious about your gear. Ultra-wide angle lenses can transform your landscape, architecture, and astrophotography, but not every lens gets it right, though this one might.
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The 35mm Lens That Hits Different: A Look at the Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 Lab
How much difference can half a stop of maximum aperture make? Let’s see if it is worth carrying a much bigger and heavier lens.
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Why Prime Lenses Teach Better Photography Habits
In an era where 24-240mm superzooms promise to capture "everything you need" in a single lens, suggesting that photographers should intentionally limit themselves to fixed focal lengths sounds almost heretical. Yet the most compelling case for prime lens education lies in understanding how constraint-based learning accelerates skill development and creates better photographic habits.
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Nanlite's FS-300C and Rapid 90 Softbox Reviewed: Affordable Power and Creative Color
The world of continuous LED lighting is more competitive than ever. In this landscape, Nanlite has carved out a place by offering powerful, reliable, and cost-effective lighting. The FS-300C brings a newer lighting trend—multi-color LEDs—along with high power ratings to an attractive price point. Does RGBW lighting really make a difference?
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Medium Format in Your Pocket? Testing the Fujifilm GFX100RF
Landscape photography often means balancing image quality and gear convenience. This becomes especially challenging when considering fixed-lens cameras, but one might rise about the rest.
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Leica’s New Summilux-M 50mm: Vintage Look Meets Modern Precision
If you're interested in lenses that capture vintage charm without sacrificing modern practicality, the reissue of the Leica Summilux-M 50mm f/1.4 might catch your eye. It blends elements from decades of Leica history into one lens, giving your images a unique character and feel.
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Practical Advice for Photographing the Perseids Meteor Shower
The Perseid meteor shower is often the most spectacular meteor shower in the Northern Hemisphere due to frequency as well as its appearance in summer. Here's how to photograph it!
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Every Photographer's Worst Nightmare: How to Make Sure It Never Happens
Is the Fujifilm X-E5 the New Best Compact Camera?
Fujifilm's new X-E5 mirrorless camera has arrived, bringing intriguing upgrades from the X-E4 and catching attention with a sleek form factor and enhanced capabilities. For those considering a compact, interchangeable lens camera, the X-E5's improvements offer compelling reasons to take a closer look.
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How Good Is the Nikon Zf Without Editing?
I've recently been exploring the world of photography without editing, and the options for cameras are quite limited. I picked up a Nikon Zf a couple of months ago to find out just how good the images it can make right in camera could be.
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Is the Kase 85mm f/1.4 Lens a Portrait Photographer’s Hidden Gem?
Kase's entry into the autofocus lens market with the new Kase 85mm f/1.4 lens could shake things up, especially if you're into portraits or low-light photography. A company's first autofocus lens often reveals a lot about its potential, and Kase is making an ambitious statement here.
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Essential Guide for Using Intervalometers for Night Photography
An intervalometer are inexpensive and invaluable. We will break down what it is, how it can help you, and how to use it.
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What It Felt Like to Use Your First 'Real' Camera
There's a lie we tell ourselves about photography equipment: that the camera doesn't matter. It's a comfortable fiction that lets us sleep at night, convinced that our artistic vision transcends mere machinery. But here's the uncomfortable truth that every photographer who lived through the transition from point-and-shoot to SLR knows deep in their bones: the moment you first wrapped your hands around a "real" camera, everything changed.
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WANDRD PRVKE V4 Review: Is This the Goldilocks Camera Bag for Landscape Photographers?
The WANDRD PRVKE V4 has exploded on Kickstarter, hitting its funding goal in under 30 minutes and continuing to climb past expectations. With nearly half a million already pledged, it’s clear this isn’t just another camera bag launch. WANDRD’s latest update to their flagship bag has struck a chord with photographers, filmmakers, and everyday creatives alike. But what exactly makes the PRVKE V4 so appealing, and is it really worth the hype?
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