Less than 3 minute read time. This is an update for article: Olympus E-M1 Mark II, Mark III and E-M5 Mark III Remote Cable Release Alternative - Olympus E-M5 MK III - E-M1 MK II & MK III - E-M1X This update is valid for the above cameras and also the newer ones like the... Continue Reading →
Bird and Wildlife Photography: The Full Picture Capturing the beauty of birds and wildlife goes beyond having the right camera and lens; it's about the entire setup—gear, techniques, and knowledge working together for an immersive experience. In my bird and wildlife photography series, I cover key aspects for success. The Ultimate Micro Four Thirds Wildlife... Continue Reading →
The Bike: To begin with, the header photo doesn’t show a 'Moustache J All' bike; rather, it’s a high-end mountain bike that lacks a few features that would make it my perfect off-road and all-road bike. First of all, there's a major hurdle for me due to my worn-out hips, which make it challenging—and sometimes... Continue Reading →
During my search for solutions to make photography lighter/easier or to create greater stability without adding much bulk or weight, I came across this small rifle-like chest support. It was originally designed to support long and heavy Novoflex telephoto lenses from the analog era, but conveniently, it is also usable for digital setups. Its compactness... Continue Reading →
Micro 4/3 photographers are fortunate for bird, wildlife, and sports photography due to the system's compact size and lightweight nature, offering a good image range compared to APS-C or Full Frame systems. This advantage is especially noticeable at air shows, where many photographers showcase large, heavy gear. I attend air shows at least twice a... Continue Reading →
With the prospects of climate change and the associated long periods of rain (and hopefully some sunshine to), I thought it would be a good idea to complete my camouflage lens protection with a durable and highly rain-resistant raincoat for telephoto lenses. At Chassing Birds, I found a raincoat in the same "greenleaf" camo pattern... Continue Reading →
If you visited my website yesterday, you probably noticed something was up. It was one of those moments when I got tired of the old design and wanted to change everything. As a former IT professional, you'd think I'd handle it more professionally, but sometimes I have different ideas, too much on my plate, and... Continue Reading →
Since I got my new camera, I've been able to photograph several birds that I hadn't captured before. You might think it has nothing to do with the camera, and that's partly true. However, the improved focusing system combined with bird recognition does make it easier for me to photograph birds at a distance, moving,... Continue Reading →
Lens hoods are always useful accessories, not only for protecting against lens flare but also for shielding the front lens from accidental collisions. Unfortunately, the Olympus M.Zuiko ED 60mm F/2.8 Macro lens is one of those lenses that is supplied without one—or maybe you had one and lost it? The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 60mm... Continue Reading →
Being cautious with your camera is essential, whether it is an Olympus Tough TG or a regular DSLR or Mirrorless camera, yet scratches or bumps can happen in an instant. To minimize these risks, there are several preventive measures you can take. Installing a screen protector and safeguarding your front lens with a lens hood,... Continue Reading →
Kiwi or JJC KE-EP13 Long Eyecup - replacement for the Olympus EP-13 Eyecup. An accessory I highly recommend for the Olympus E-M1 Mark II & III is a long eyecup.At first, I bought it to make it easier to use my glasses while photographing,but there are also other benefits, in macro photography for example.- It... Continue Reading →
A maybe less used accessory, but certainly a useful one, is the remote cable release.Very useful for Macro photography, but also for Landscape and Astro photography.For the Olympus cameras E-M1 Mark II & III and the E-M5 Mark III, that is the Olympus RM-CB2, which costs around €60. Coincidentally, the Canon RS60-E3 cable release has... Continue Reading →
My Olympus E-M1 Mark III and which SD Cards,that was what came to my mind when I received my new Olympus 300mm f4 Pro.What does that lens have to do with the SD cards in my camera?well, the first time I noticed that my current SD cards weren't fast enough was at a flight meeting... Continue Reading →
Sequel to "Olympus LH‑76 Lens hood Repair or Replacement" Today my new lens hood to replace the Olympus LH-76 was delivered by standard mail,And I just wanted to let you know and show how it turned out for me.Well, I ended up ordering my LH-76 replacement from "fast Ali" :-)It was the ET-78II lens hood... Continue Reading →
Well, I was warned when I bought the Olympus 40-150mm f2.8 Pro lens,the person I bought it from told me how vulnerable it was,But I'm always super careful,so I thought, that won't happen to me ! This lens hood is (was) great,I really loved it !The idea is that the lens hood can remain on... Continue Reading →
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