Cameras

Gear reviews and how-to guides on digital cameras.


Sony E 10-20mm f/4 PZ G Wide-Angle Zoom Lens. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

Sony 10-20mm f/4 Zoom Range Visual Examples

Here are some practical examples of the zoom range of the Sony E 10-20mm Æ’/4 PZ G wide-angle zoom lens to give a visual sense of how the focal lengths translate into real-world shooting.

Sony Alpha a6700 Camera. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

Shooting Photos with the Sony a6700: A Hands-on Review

The Sony a6700 is the latest and top model in Sony’s impressive Alpha APS-C lineup of cameras. They’re especially notable for their balanced blend of stills and video shooting. Here, I’m focusing on using the a6700 to shoot photos.

Nikon D850 High ISO Sample Images

Nikon D850 High ISO Sample Images

If you’d like to get a visual sense of the image quality out of the Nikon D850 at high ISOs, here’s a selection of high-resolution images I’ve taken with it.

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Sony a6700 High ISO Sample Images

If you’d like to see some real-world examples of high ISO images taken with the Sony a6700, here’s a selection of high-resolution images in JPG and RAW.

Sony Alpha a6700 Camera. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

What Type of HDMI Port Does the Sony a6700 Have?

If you’re trying to output a video stream directly from your Sony a6700, you’ll want to use the camera’s HDMI port. But there are different types of HDMI port. Here’s what you need to know about the specific types the a6700 uses and the type of HDMI cable you’ll need.

Nikon Z8 Black and White

Shooting Monochrome with the Nikon Z8

I’ve used a lot of different cameras in shooting black and white over the years, but I’ve found the Nikon Z8 surprisingly fun and well suited to it.

Sony Alpha a6700 Camera. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

How to Enable the Sony a6700’s Framing Grid

Framing grids can be really useful tools for keeping elements in the frame aligned. If you’re a Sony a6700 shooter, here’s how to enable framing grids, with examples of the available options.

Sony Alpha a6700 Camera. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

Back-Button Focus on the Sony a6700

Back-button focus on a camera is useful when you separate the focusing process from the shutter release. This technique allows you to lock focus on a subject and then recompose the shot without the camera refocusing when you press the shutter button. Here’s how to set up back-button focus on the Sony a6700.

Sony a6700 with SD Memory Cards. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

How to Format the SD Card in a Sony a6700

It’s best practice to format the memory card in the camera you’ll be using it in. Here’s how to do it on the Sony a6700, including the options for quick format and full format.

Screenshot of Nikon Zf Menu System for Battery Health Check

How to Know When It’s Time to Replace Your Nikon Zf Battery

Like other newer Nikon cameras, the Nikon Zf has a built-in battery check feature. This isn’t so much about showing how much charge is left in the battery (although it does that). More interestingly, it can tell you when the battery has reached the end of its working life and is ready to be put out to pasture.

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Nikon Zf Sample Images

I’ve been out shooting both black and white and color with the Nikon Zf, a full-frame retro-styled street shooter. Here’s a selection of sample images I’ve taken with it.

How to Update Nikon D3400 Firmware Version Confirmation

Nikon Firmware Codes

Nikon uses several codes to designate types of firmware for their cameras and accessories. Here’s how to make sense of the codes.

Nikon Z f ISO Dial. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

Nikon Zf ISO Range Sample Images

Here are some side-by-side examples of photos taken with the Nikon Zf throughout its native ISO range to give a sense of the image quality under different lighting conditions and at different ISOs.

Nikon Zf High ISO Sample Images

Nikon Zf High ISO Sample Images

The Nikon Zf has some really impressive low-light shooting capabilities. Here are some side-by-side examples of high ISO photos I’ve taken with the Nikon Zf from ISO 3200 up to ISO 64000.

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How to Enable Framing Grids on the Nikon Zf

Enabling on the framing grids on the viewfinder or back screen display of the Nikon Zf isn’t as intuitive as it could be. That’s because it’s a two-step process. Here’s how to do it.

Nikon Z f. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

How to Update Nikon Zf Firmware

Keeping your camera’s firmware up-to-date gives you the benefit of the latest bug fixes and features. Here’s how to check the firmware version and update the firmware on the Nikon Zf.

Nikon Z f. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

Nikon Zf Default Settings

If you’ve changed settings on your Nikon Zf but want to roll them back for whatever, here’s a reference for the default settings so you can take a more targeted approach than the reset all function.

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Nikon Z 40mm f/2 Real-World Sample Images

The Nikon Z 40mm Æ’/2 is probably the closest thing to a nifty fifty in Nikon’s current Z lens lineup. Here are some photos I’ve taken with it to go alongside my hands-on review.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f2 Prime Lens for Mirrorless Z-Mount Cameras. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

Nikon Z 40mm Æ’/2 Test & Review

I’ve been out shooting with the Nikon Z 40mm Æ’/2 prime lens. It’s a small, light, and relatively fast prime that is a great option for candids, street, and travel photography. Here’s my take on it.

Nikon Z f Memory Cards. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

Nikon Zf Memory Card Recommendations

To take full advantage of the power the Nikon Zf has to offer, you’ll need SD cards that are fast enough. Here are my practical recommendations.

Nikon D850 Memory Cards XQD CFexpress-B SDXC. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

Nikon Z7 II Memory Card Recommendations

The Nikon Z7 II has two memory cards slots. Here are some practical recommendations on which memory cards are good choices to take advantage of all of the camera’s features.

Sony a6700 with SD Memory Cards. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

Sony a6700 Memory Card Recommendations

It’s not always easy to choose the right SD card for your camera, and the Sony a6700 has some particularly high-end features that demand a very fast SD card. Here are some practical recommendations on which SD cards are good choices for the a6700 in order to be able to use all of the camera’s features.

Fujifilm X-S20 camera

Fujifilm X-S20 Memory Card Recommendations

It’s not easy to know which is the best SD card for the Fujifilm X-S20. There are a lot of confusing codes and marketing hype to cut through. So here are my practical recommendations on good choices for your X-S20.

Canon EOS R10 Mirrorless Camera

Canon EOS R10 Memory Card Recommendations

It’s not easy to know which is the best SD card for your Canon R10. Here are my practical recommendations on good choices for this camera so that you can make use of all the camera’s features.

Ricoh GR III Reset Menu Item Screenshot

How to Reset the Ricoh GR III

If you’ve been changing settings on your Ricoh GR III and want to restore the default settings, or maybe you’re lending the camera to someone, here’s how to reset the settings.

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Ricoh GR III Default Settings

If you’ve changed the settings on your Ricoh GR III and can’t remember what you’ve changed, this master list of default settings on the Ricoh GR III can help with changing individual settings back to their defaults.

Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

Nikon Z8 Problems & Service Recalls

The Nikon Z8 hasn’t been out long, but there are so far already two service recalls for pre-emptive repairs. Here’s how to check whether your camera is affected.

Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

Nikon Z8 Battery & Charger Recommendations

The Nikon Z8 is very picky about which batteries and chargers it uses. After having tried several batteries and chargers, here’s what I’ve found that works for me and what doesn’t. Includes batteries, chargers, and external power.

Fujifilm X-S10 Camera

Fujifilm X-S10 Memory Card Recommendations

It’s not easy to know which is the right type of SD card for your camera. There are a lot of confusing codes and marketing hype to cut through. So here are my practical recommendations on good choices for the Fujifilm X-S10.

Fujifilm X100V Camera. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

Fujifilm X100V Accessories

The Fujifilm X100V excels at minimalist photography, so you might not want to pack it with accessories. That said, there are some that are essential (a memory card), and some that make shooting more convenient and protect your camera.

Nikon D850 Memory Cards XQD CFexpress-B SDXC. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

Nikon Z6 II Memory Card Recommendations

The Nikon Z6 II has two memory cards slots. Here are some practical recommendations on which memory cards are good choices to take advantage of all of the camera’s features.

Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

How to Update Nikon Z8 Firmware

In February 2024, Nikon released a major firmware update for the Nikon Z8 (v.2.00). It adds a bunch of major new features and a very long list of fixes, tweaks, and enhancements. Here’s how to apply the update on the Nikon Z8.

Canon EOS R8

Canon R8 Memory Card Recommendations

It’s not always easy to know which type of memory card to get, and if you get one that’s not good enough for the camera, you can end up with errors or not be able to use all of the camera’s features. Here are my practical recommendations on good choices for the Canon EOS R8.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f4 S Wide-Angle Zoom Lens. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

Nikon Z 14-30mm f/4 S Hands-on Test & Review

Small, light, with great optical performance, and affordably priced, there’s a lot going for the Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm Æ’/14-30mm S ultra-wide zoom lens. Here’s my hands-on review.

Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

Nikon Z8 Default Settings

If you’ve changed settings on your Nikon Z8 but want to roll them back for whatever, here’s a reference for the default settings so you can take a more targeted approach than the reset all function.

Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

Nikon Z8 Image Formats, Sizes & Types

The Nikon Z8 lets you choose from among a few different image file formats, as well as several frame sizes, output dimensions, and levels of compression. Here’s an explanation of the options.

Nikon Z8 Mirrorless Camera. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

Nikon Z8 Memory Card Recommendations

The Nikon Z8 is an awesome camera. But if you want to be able to use all of the camera’s features, you can’t just put any old memory card in it. Here are some recommendations on which memory cards to get to take full advantage of all of the impressive features available on the Z8.

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Fujifilm X-T5 Sample Images

I’ve been testing out the new Fujifilm X-T5 mirrorless camera. Here are some sample images I’ve taken with it under real-world shooting conditions to give a sense of how it performs in general shooting.

Fujifilm X-T5 High ISO Sample Images

Fujifilm X-T5 High ISO Sample Images Test & Review

I’ve been out shooting with the new Fujifilm X-T5. Here’s a selection of images I’ve shot at high ISOs with the Fujifilm X-T5 under real-world conditions to give a sense of how it performs in low light shooting.

Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera

Canon EOS R5 Memory Card Recommendations

Wondering which memory cards to get for the Canon EOS R5? Here are some recommendations for CFexpress and SD cards are fast enough to use all of the R5’s features.

Fujifilm X-T5 Mirrorless Camera. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

Fujifilm X-T5 SD Card Recommendations

To take full advantage of the power the Fujifilm X-T5 has to offer you’ll need SD cards that are fast enough. Here are some practical recommendations.

OM System OM-5 Mirrorless Camera. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

OM System OM-5 Sample Images

I’ve been testing out the new OM System OM-5 mirrorless camera. Here’s a selection of sample images I’ve taken with it.

OM System OM-5 Mirrorless Camera. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

OM System OM-5 High ISO Tests with Sample Images

I’ve been testing out the OM System OM-5 under some challenging lighting conditions. Here’s a selection of images I’ve shot with the OM-5 in low-light conditions at high ISOs to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting conditions.

Ricoh GR II Compact Digital Camera. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

How to Make the Ricoh GR III as Quiet as Possible

The Ricoh GR III excels at being discreet. With its plain looks and small stature, it doesn’t attract attention to itself. You can also make it very quiet, but somewhat surprisingly, not completely silent.

Olympus OM-1 - OM System OM-1 Mirrorless Camera. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

Olympus OM-1 Sample Images

I’ve been testing out the Olympus OM-1 mirrorless camera, a new digital version of a model first launched as a film camera over half a century ago.

Here’s a selection of photos I’ve taken with it to give a sense of how it performs under real-world everyday shooting conditions.

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Olympus OM-1 High ISO Tests with Sample Images

I’ve been testing how the new Olympus OM-1 handles challenging lighting conditions. Here are some high-resolution photos I’ve shot with it at high ISOs to give a sense of how it performs in low-light conditions.

Olympus OM-1 SD Cards. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

Olympus OM-1 Memory Card Recommendations

The Olympus OM-1 doesn’t come standard with memory cards, and some of its features require cards that are fast enough to keep up. Here are some practical recommendations on which SD cards to get.

Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera

Canon EOS R5 Video Bitrates

Here are video bitrate tables for various video shooting setting combinations on the Canon EOS R5 mirrorless camera.

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Nikon D3500 Intervalometer: How to Shoot Timelapse with a Nikon D3500

The Nikon D3500 isn’t compatible with standard external intervalometers. So it’s not practical to shoot a long timelapse sequence of photos natively. But there is still a way to shoot timelapse with a D3500 by connecting it to a computer and using a software intervalometer. Here’s how.

Sony Alpha a7iii Mirrorless Camera. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

Sony a7III Memory Card Recommendations

It’s not easy to know which is the right type of memory card for your camera. Here are my practical recommendations on good choices for your Sony a7III.

Canon EOS Rebel T7 Charge Battery. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

How to Charge Canon Rebel T7

Find the compatible battery model numbers for your Canon EOS 1500D here. Also includes information on compatible battery chargers.

Nikon Z5 Mirrorless Camera

Nikon Z5 Memory Card Recommendations: Which SD Cards to Get for Your Nikon Z5

It’s not always easy to know which type of memory card to get, and if you get one that’s not good enough for the camera, you can end up with errors or not be able to use all of the camera’s features. Here are some practical recommendations on which SD cards will work well in the Nikon Z5 mirrorless camera’s dual SD card slots.

Canon EOS Rebel T7. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

Canon Rebel T7 Default Settings

If you just want to change one or two settings on your Canon Rebel T7 back to the default settings, this chart shows the camera defaults.

Canon Rebel T7 Clear Settings Reset to Defaults

How to Reset Canon Rebel T7

There are two types of reset available on the Canon Rebel T7. Here’s what they are and how to use them to get your camera back to default settings.

Canon EOS 1500D DSLR Camera

How to Charge Canon EOS 1500D

Discover compatible replacement or spare batteries for your Canon EOS 1500D. Find the model numbers you need to ensure compatibility.

How to Reset a Nikon D3500

Here’s a guide on how to reset a Nikon D3500 back to factory settings. This can be useful if you’re troubleshooting an issue, selling or trading-in your D3500, or just want to start again with a clean slate of settings.

Nikon D610 Memory Card Recommendations

It’s not always easy to know which type of memory card to get, and if you get one that’s not good enough for the camera, you can end up with errors or not be able to use all of the camera’s features. Here’s a rundown of what kinds of memory cards you need for the Nikon D610’s dual memory card slots, focusing on cards that are fast enough, reliable, cost-effective, and readily available.

Nikon D500 Memory Card Recommendations

There is a little trick to what kind of memory cards the Nikon D500 takes. That’s because of a tweak that Nikon made with a firmware update to add CFexpress B compatibility to the XQD memory card slot.

Canon EOS Rebel T7

Canon Rebel T7 Memory Card Recommendations

It’s not always easy to know which type of memory card to get, and if you get one that’s not good enough for the camera, you can end up with errors or not be able to use all of the camera’s features. Here are some practical recommendations for SD cards that will work well in the Canon Rebel T7.

Fujifilm X-T30 Camera Front View

Fujifilm X-T30 SD Card Recommendations

It’s not easy to know which is the right type of SD card for your camera. Here are my practical recommendations on good choices for the Fujifilm X-T30, focusing on cards that are fast enough, reliable, cost-effective, and readily available.

Canon EOS 2000D DSLR Camera

Canon EOS 2000D Memory Card Recommendations

The Canon EOS 2000D doesn’t come standard with a memory card. So here are some practical recommendations for SD cards that will work well in the Canon EOS 2000D DSLR camera, focusing on cards that are fast enough, reliable, cost-effective, and readily available.

Ricoh GR III Compact Digital Camera. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

Ricoh GR III Accessories

Here are some of the key accessories and replacement part numbers for the Ricoh GR III compact camera.

Canon EOS 1500D DSLR Camera

Canon EOS 1500D Default Settings

If you just want to change one or two settings on your Canon EOS 1500D back to the default settings, this chart shows the camera defaults.

Nikon COOLPIX P950 Camera

Nikon COOLPIX P950 Memory Card Recommendations

It’s not always easy to know which type of memory card to get, and if you get one that’s not good enough for the camera, you can end up with errors or not be able to use all of the camera’s features. Here are my practical recommendations on good choices for the Nikon COOLPIX P950.

SD Memory Cards. Photo by David Coleman - havecamerawilltravel.com

Canon M50 Memory Card Recommendations

It’s not always easy to know which type of memory card to get, and if you get one that’s not good enough for the camera, you can end up with errors or not be able to use all of the camera’s features. Here are my practical recommendations on good choices for the Canon EOS M50.

Canon Rebel T7 Clear Settings Reset to Defaults

How to Reset Canon EOS 1500D

There are two types of reset available on the Canon EOS 1500D. Here’s what they are and how to use them to get your camera back to default settings.

Canon EOS 2000D DSLR Camera

Canon EOS 2000D Default Settings

If you just want to change one or two settings on your Canon EOS 2000D back to the default settings, this chart shows the camera defaults.

Canon EOS 200D Mark II DSLR Camera Front View

Canon 200D Mark II Memory Card Recommendations

The Canon EOS 200D Mark II doesn’t come with a memory card as standard, and the instruction manual isn’t very helpful on the topic. So here are some practical recommendations on which SD cards will work well in the 200D II.

Sony a6500 Sample Images

This is a collection of photos I’ve taken with the Sony a6500 mirrorless camera to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting under different lighting conditions.

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Nikon D810 High ISO Sample Images

Here’s a selection of images I’ve taken at high ISOs with the Nikon D810, to give a sense of how it performs in real-world shooting in low-light conditions.

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Nikon D800 High ISO Sample Images

Here’s a collection of high-resolution photos I’ve taken at high ISOs with the Nikon D800 DSLR to give a sense of what you can expect when shooting with it in low-light situations.

Nikon D850 Video Shooting. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

Nikon D850 Video Modes & Features

Here’s a rundown of the video modes and features of the Nikon D850 camera. The camera’s strengths are in stills photography, but it still has capable video features.

Nikon D3500 Setup Menu Screenshot: Format Memory Card Confirmation

How to Format an SD Card in a Nikon D3500

Formatting the SD card in your Nikon D3500 is an important step that you should do regularly to reduce the risk of file corruption and issues in saving your photos and videos. Here’s how to do it.

Sony a1 Alpha 1 Mirrorless Camera. Photo by David Coleman " havecamerawilltravel.com

Sony A1 Memory Card Recommendations

The new Sony a1 (Alpha 1) high-end mirrorless camera takes both CFexpress A and SD cards. Here’s a rundown of what works and what doesn’t.