Notes on cameras, techand making films.

I recently bought a 2019 Mac Pro. I know that doesn’t sound like a smart move in 2026, especially with Apple Silicon now dominant and Intel Mac support winding down, and for a couple of weeks I told myself the same thing. Apple discontinued the entire Mac Pro line in

Every foldable phone pitch makes the same promise: bigger screen, more space, more done. I had one of Samsung’s own promo videos show up in my feed making that exact case a while back, and when I actually watched it, nothing in it looked like something I could not already

A few months ago I found a Canon C70 online for basically nothing. The seller had priced it low because of a hinge fault that plagued the early production run of this camera. The screen loosens over time and stops sitting flush anymore. After I sold off the accessories I

Used RED DSMC2 brains have dropped to about what a new Sony FX3 or Canon C400 costs. That’s the kind of price that’s hard to scroll past. I already made this exact bet, three times over. I owned the Epic-W Helium, the Gemini, and the Monstro. Rigged them out, shot

Running an AI agent on cloud APIs gets expensive fast. And once you’ve hit token limits or watched your monthly bill climb, the appeal of a fully local setup becomes obvious. I’ve been running Hermes on my M1 Max Mac Studio for about a month now, with no monthly API

At some point on a shoot, I looked in my backpack and realised I hadn’t touched about 60% of what I’d packed. Not because I didn’t need it. Just because I’d packed for every possible scenario and then shot the way I always shoot: one camera, two lenses, done. That’s

Thinking about switching from Canon to Sony? Here’s why changing camera systems rarely improves your work and when it actually makes sense to switch.

I bought the iPhone 15 Pro used in the spring of 2025. Coming from a 13 mini, it felt like a big shift: more screen, titanium build, a proper telephoto. I used it without a case for almost a year. That tells you how much I trusted it. Then work

I picked up an M1 Max MacBook Pro 16″ in June 2025 for €1,400 used. 32-core GPU, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD. Coming from an M1 Pro with 16-core GPU and 32GB, it wasn’t a desperate upgrade. But that price was hard to ignore. Several months in, I can tell you

If you’ve ever tried to upload a stunning 8K HDR video to YouTube and ended up with something that looks… not so stunning, you’re not alone. When I first attempted it, my “HDR masterpiece” got downgraded to SDR, and I couldn’t figure out why. Turns out, uploading 8K HDR to

In the fast-paced world of filmmaking, technology moves quickly, and so does the buzz around the latest gear. Canon’s R5C has been a beloved choice for filmmakers, offering a blend of versatility and top-notch video quality. However, with the introduction of the Canon R5 Mark II, the question on everyone’s

Introduction The Canon R5 is a powerhouse, known for its high-resolution images and impressive video capabilities. However, to truly unlock its potential, you need the right memory card. In this post, we’ll dive into why the Angelbird 512GB CFexpress Card is an excellent choice for your Canon R5. Why Choosing

Introduction Are you a photography enthusiast looking to upgrade your gear without breaking the bank? Or maybe you’re just starting out and want to get the most value for your money? Buying used camera gear can be a fantastic way to achieve both. However, the process can be daunting if

Table of content The birth of the Canon 1D Classic In the ever-evolving world of photography, where digital cameras are getting smaller, lighter, and more advanced with each passing year, it’s easy to forget the groundbreaking cameras that paved the way for today’s technology. One such camera is the Canon 1D

Canon released their first version of the 70-200 with a 2.8 aperture for the EF mount in March 1995. To this day the 70-200 was upgraded a few times and now features image stabilization, weather sealing and better image quality. But is the original version from 1995 still a good