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Continue reading →: 6 Best Automatic Pet Feeders (Camera, Wifi, Multi)Automatic pet feeders are one of those rare purchases that actually change your day-to-day. They smooth out early mornings, reduce food begging, and make it easier to keep portions consistent, especially if you have a busy schedule or a pet that acts like it has never been fed in its…
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Continue reading →: Best Camera Settings for Northern Lights (+ Examples)The first time you stand beneath the aurora, the cold doesn’t hit you. The wind doesn’t bother you. All you feel is the sky moving — the impossible greens twisting like smoke, pinks and purples rising through the stars. And then panic: you have one chance to capture this. You…
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Continue reading →: Best Camera Settings for Portraits (+ Examples)What Are the Best Camera Settings for Portraits? There isn’t a single “perfect” setting, because every portrait depends on lighting and style — but there is a proven starting point that works the majority of the time: Recommended Starting Settings Quick Check for Success Eyes sharpBackground softly blurredSkin tones naturalNo…
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Continue reading →: 5 Best Cameras for Skiing (Action & Handheld)The best camera for skiing is the one that can survive cold temperatures, wet powder, and the occasional yard sale while still giving you great footage of your day on the mountain. Whether you’re filming fast tree runs, park laps, or your kids’ first turns, the right ski camera will…
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Continue reading →: 9 Best Leica Cameras (By Budget & Niche)I’ve spent years shooting with Leica cameras — not just borrowing them for a weekend, but actually living with them in my bag, traveling with them, and trusting them during paid work. I’ve tried the M bodies for slow, thoughtful photography, the Leica Q for everyday carry and travel, and…
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Continue reading →: 6 Best Camera Bags for Travel: Real-World Picks I’ve TestedTravel photography demands a bag that can keep your gear protected without slowing you down. Airports, buses, rainy streets, sandy beaches — the wrong bag will make you hate carrying a camera. The right one disappears on your back. I’ve tried a lot of camera bags over the years. Some…
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Continue reading →: 2 Best Viltrox Fuji Lenses | What’s In My Bag?I’ve tested a lot of glass on Fujifilm X bodies, but two Viltrox primes have taken up permanent residency in my bag because they cover 90% of what I shoot and they make work look bigger than the budget: the Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 Pro XF and the Viltrox 27mm f/1.2…
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Continue reading →: Best Sony A6000 Lenses: My Perfect 3-Lens KitAfter years of testing lenses on the A6000 — in every kind of light, weather, and project — I’ve narrowed it down to three lenses that actually earn their place in my bag. They’re affordable, lightweight, and each one solves a different problem without much overlap. Together, they cover everything…
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Continue reading →: My Sony A6000 Review (Tested w/ Sample Photos)I bought my Sony A6000 back in 2017, and it’s been everywhere with me—mountain trails, late-night rooftops, family gatherings, and quiet mornings shooting macro in the backyard. It’s been dropped twice, rained on once, and the rubber grip is a little shinier now than it used to be. But it…
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Continue reading →: 10 Best Camera Sling Bags (Tested & Reviewed)Best Camera Sling Bags A good camera sling bag makes travel and shooting effortless. It keeps your gear protected, your camera close, and your hands free while you move. Whether you’re exploring a city, hiking a trail, or capturing daily moments, a sling offers quick access without the bulk of…
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I’m Benjamin
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