Richard Barbour Asks Why Turn Off Shutter AF When Using Back Button AF?
Richard, the reason I set “Shutter AF” to OFF is due to the fact that, yes, the back button will also initiate AF but having both Shuter Button focusing AND the Back Button Focusing, they negate each other. The reason we use Back Button AF is to separate focus activation from the… Read More »
Christian Fürst Asks Any New Birds In Flight Settings for GH5?
Christian, so sorry for the delay of this response. I realize this will arrive long after your trip to do birds in flight. Please forgive me, it’s difficult to keep up with all the questions coming through. For the future, I can tell you that the BIF settings I have… Read More »
Michael Ewanus Asks How cold Can Lumix Go?
Yes, I’ve used both these cameras down to zero degrees. I’m convinced all the Lumix cameras are useable to much lower temps than documented by Panasonic. I hope to do some further tests to make sure. Stay tuned to the Blog for more info
Ralph Wallace Asks What About Fuji?
Good to hear from you Ralph. I’ve not had a chance to really test many Fuji lenses or cameras. I did a basic test of their new 100-400mm zoom which I was very impressed with. This particular lens was incredibly sharp. I do have plans to test this lens with… Read More »
Predictive AF Comparison Tests Lumix GH5, G85, Oly EM-1 Mark ll, and Nikon D500
Let’s get right to the point. This post is a Predictive AF comparison test between the Lumix GH5, G85, Olympus EM-1 Mark ll, and the Nikon D500. I’ve been shooting the new Lumix GH5 for almost two months, and Panasonic’s DFD autofocus is now producing equal to or better results… Read More »
Christine Crosby in NANPA’s Expressions
An Introduction to NE Explorer Christine Crosby If you’ve ever been on an NE adventure, chances are you’ve probably met Explorer Christine Crosby. And if you haven’t, you should! Aside from being an accomplished photographer who loves travel, photography, and animals, Christine is easygoing, always has a smile on her face,… Read More »
Be Careful Lumix Lens Firmware Updates On Olympus Bodies
One of the many benefits we have shooting the Micro Four Thirds system is the ability to mix and match our lenses with either Lumix or Olympus camera bodies. That can be a convenient option but unfortunately it has a downside. Both Olympus and Panasonic have been very active at keeping… Read More »
Panasonic Lumix – Why I Love This Company
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. Panasonic is one hell of a company that deserves our support. Ever since trying their first Micro Four Thirds camera back in 2008 I’ve been impressed by the technology they produce and offer at such incredibly affordable prices. It’s never easy to displace… Read More »
Apple’s iWork Software Now FREE
Apple announced today that it’s now offering its iWork productivity software to all Mac users for Free. Prior to the blanket free program, some Mac users were required to pay a nominal fee, but now all Mac users have access to my favorite programs at no cost. I switched over… Read More »
Lumix Releases the New Leica 8-18mm Super Wide Zoom
A few months back Panasonic announced the intention of bringing us three new lenses, the 12-60mm Leica, the 8-18mm Leica, and the 50-200mm Leica. The 12-60mm was released with the new GH5, and today Panasonic announced the ability to preorder the 8-18mm. It doesn’t have Optical Image Stabilization, but I… Read More »