Sigma's EM-140 DG ring flash builds in some of the features we've become used to with modern speedlights, like TTL and high-speed sync. Here's my take on it.
BYO Light
Using the Yongnuo YN685 TTL Flash as an Off-Camera Flash
The Yongnuo YN685 TTL flash works much the same as many other flashes, but there are some quirks to using it, especially wirelessly. Here are some tips.
Gavin Hoey's Fearless Flash Photography with Speedlights Video Series Review
There are a lot of videos on places like Youtube and Vimeo showing how to use off-camera flash, but some are definitely better than others. Gavin Hoey's Fearless Flash Photography with Speedlights series is one of the best I've come across.
Review of the Bolt VM-210 Flexible Macro Flash
The Bolt VM-210 is a macro light with two light sources on flexible arms. It might look like some kind of bug with two antennas hanging out over the lens, but it's a very versatile approach to macro lighting.
Bolt VX-760 TTL Flash | Hands-on Review
Bolt's VX-760 flash is a portable strobe that aims to be a cost-effective alternative to the Nikon and Canon speedlights. Here's my review.
The Flash Book, by Scott Kelby | Review
Scott Kelby is out with a new book that serves as a concise introduction to getting comfortable with using a flash.
Latest Gear Reviews
Photos Taken with a Sony HX99 Compact Camera
The Sony HX99 compact camera packs a massive zoom into a tiny camera as well as including some features you might not expect in a camera of this type. Here are some photos taken with the HX99 to provide some practical examples of how it performs under real-world shooting conditions.
Sony HX99 High ISO Sample Images
Here's a collection of photos I've taken with the Sony HX99 focusing specifically on its highest ISO range of 1600 to 6400.
Photos Taken with the FujiFilm XF 18-55mm ƒ/2.8-4 Lens
Here's a collection of photos I've taken with the FujiFilm XF 18-55mm lens to give some practical examples of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.
Practical Examples of the Zoom Range of the FujiFilm XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 Zoom Lens
The FujiFilm (Fujinon) XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS zoom lens, often included with FujiFilm X-series cameras such as the X-T3 and X-T2, is better than your average kit lens. Here are some practical examples of its zoom range from 18mm to 55mm.
Sirui T-1204SK Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod Review
Hands-on with the Sirui T-1204SK T-S carbon fiber travel tripod.
Lightroom
Can Aurora HDR 2019 Salvage Otherwise Unusable Photos?
HDR is traditionally all about the drama. But it doesn't have to be all about overly saturated and uber dramatic images. The tone-mapping tools built into apps like Photomatix and Aurora HDR 2019 can be useful for making otherwise blah photos more interesting and perhaps salvaging them as keepers.
How to Change the Thumbnail Image for a Video in Lightroom
Changing the thumbnail image used for videos in Lightroom can be a handy way to provide a more useful visual reference point when you're trying to find the video you're after. Here's how to do it.
How to Trim Videos in Lightroom
Lightroom doesn't have much in the way of editing tools when working with video files, but it does have the ability to trim the beginning or end of video clips.
How to Customize the Color Labels in Lightroom
Color labels are one of several useful workflow tools in Lightroom. And if you want to customize what text label is paired with which color, you can. Here's how.
How to Switch between Landscape and Portrait Orientations When Cropping Images
Lightroom has a super quick way to switch between landscape and portrait orientations with the crop tool. Here's how to do it.
GoPro
GoPro HERO7 Silver and White Photo Resolutions, Modes, and Settings
Here's a rundown of the various features and capabilities of the HERO7 Silver and White when shooting photos.
GoPro Burst Mode vs Continuous Photo
The Burst Mode and Continuous Photo functions on GoPros are useful ways to capture fast-moving action. Here's a rundown of how they work, how they're different, and what options are available.
How to Use the GoPro Wifi Remote with the HERO7 Black and HERO6 Black
If you want to use the older GoPro WiFi Remote with your HERO7 Black or HERO6 Black, you can. But there is a trick to look out for. So here's a quick guide.
Do GoPro Files Work in Lightroom?
Wondering whether GoPro photo and video files are compatible with Lightroom? You're in luck. Not only do they work, but Lightroom works especially well with GoPro RAW image files.
GoPro HERO7 Silver vs White
There aren't many differences between the GoPro HERO7 Silver and White, and only one of them is likely to be decisive for most users trying to choose between them. Here's a plain English rundown of the differences.