A brief holiday review about the latest addition to my humble Olympus camera collection. For several years, I've used an Olympus TG camera as my everyday camera. It all started with the TG-6 in August 2021 - "The Olympus Tough TG6". In June 2022, I swapped the TG-6 for a TG-3 - "Downgrade your camera... Continue Reading →
About a year ago, I read that Pentax had plans to develop a new 35mm film camera. At that moment, I thought, "Wow, that would be fantastic," as it meant film photography enthusiasts wouldn't have to rely on second-hand cameras from the '70s and '80s or older. Naturally, I envisioned a new Pentax SLR, as... Continue Reading →
Inspired by my popular "The Largest Collection of" lists and my article "Tips From a Bird and Wildlife Photographer" about Rachel Bigsby, I thought, why not do the same for information, tips, and settings for the OM System OM-1 (Mark II), specifically for bird and wildlife photography, offering insights from a specific nature photographer's perspective.... 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 →
Many of you photography enthusiasts likely contemplate new cameras, lenses, or other gear to improve your craft, but may not blog about it. Here at Open Source Photography, I do just that, aiming to share my experiences to help others make informed decisions amidst the uncertainty. Currently, I have both the Panasonic Leica 100-400mm f4-6.3... 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 →
I've been searching for a camera that I could always have with me in any situation, one that's as small as possible, durable, with zoom capabilities, and the best possible image quality. I've had many, like the Samsung WB and Panasonic DMC-TZ series, but most of them broke because they were too fragile. Then I... Continue Reading →
For quite a while, I had been shooting in both Raw and Jpg. It seemed like a smart approach – capturing images in both formats provided flexibility, allowing me to have the high-quality Raw files for editing and the more readily accessible Jpg's for quick sharing or viewing. However, as time passed, I began to... Continue Reading →
Hey everyone, what started for me – back when I was using Fujifilm cameras myself – as a dedicated effort to gather as many Fujifilm Recipes as possible in "The Largest Collection," is coming to an end today. There's still a strong community of Fujifilm lovers who enjoy those recipes, but many have realized that... Continue Reading →
I've been into this story since 2010, starting with Ufraw for Raw photos and Rawtherapee. Trey Radcliff's stunning photos and Nik Efex opened up a new world. I began creating presets for Rawtherapee, inspired by Pat David's Haldcluts. PictureFX Haldcluts launched around 2015. In 2020, I switched to Fuji, diving into .Cube Luts for color... Continue Reading →
Renowned photographer and creator Mark G. Adams, founder of OneCameraOneLens.com, has once again dazzled the photography community with his latest innovation: Film Recipes for Nikon cameras. With a reputation already established through his exceptional Fujifilm Recipes, Adams has now turned his focus back to his old love, Nikon, reigniting the magic of film simulation recipes.... Continue Reading →
They sometimes say, "even a donkey doesn't bump against the same stone twice",Well, I must admit with shame, apparently I do. Well, it all started in November 2022, when I bought the E-M5 Mark III 12-200mm Kit from the OM System shop and got a great deal, €1199 instead of €1799 for the camera and... Continue Reading →
I'm not someone who obsesses over tiny details in pictures, but like most of you, I do want my photos to look pretty sharp and clear, and too much graininess usually doesn't look nice. So, knowing how to get the best possible results in low-light conditions is really important. The problem is that many of... Continue Reading →
Well, honestly, I had my doubts about how OM System would continue, but I still invested in the system, buying the necessary cameras and lenses. Prepared to use them for at least 10 to 15 years. I started doubting because the new things OM System released seemed to be cameras and lenses that Olympus had... Continue Reading →
When I discovered the Vintageglass shop on eBay and saw this lens, I immediately became very excited. I have always loved using old M42 on my digital camera via an adapter. But the idea of being able to photograph with a lens from an old bellows camera from the 1900s, how amazing would that be... Continue Reading →
Last Updated : April 28, 2024 - Transformed this post into a page, you can find it at the top of the menu. April 5, 2024New Lut added : PictureFX Lac du Connemara - Rugged, Rich and Earthy ! January 26, 2024Start and publish of a new PictureFX page.Most downloaded Luts added. Added page to... Continue Reading →
I was attracted to Fuji cameras primarily because they featured a dedicated shutter speed dial, reminiscent of old analog cameras. Some cameras from the X series even included a dedicated ISO dial. However, Fuji cameras are well-known among many photographers for their film simulations – an analog camera wrapped in a digital package, a clever... Continue Reading →
The use of LUTs is also, and perhaps especially, known in cinematography, much more than in digital photography. Many people want their footage to look like well-known blockbuster films, and the variety of LUTs of this type is overwhelming. The problem is mainly that they all strongly resemble each other, and the used names are... Continue Reading →
Buying a new camera is always fun, the question is do you really need it?Sometimes it's hard to decide because the urge to buy that new toy can be bigger than what your mind says.Should I buy or not - dilemma ! So, recently I did this research on how to make an informed decision,... Continue Reading →
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