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My Recommended Gear Storefront

 I have put together a list of camera gears and photography relative devices that I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone looking for a purchasing advice. I hope that this page will help you in your decision taking process. The page contain affiliate links. If you click on these links and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support the maintenance of the blog and my passion for photography. However, please rest assured that my opinions about the products mentioned are not influenced by this compensation. 

Nikon P1100

Lately, I’ve noticed at least two birders in my area using either a Nikon P1000 or the P1100. With the release of the P1100, the price of the P1000 dropped, and undoubtedly, some birders seized the opportunity to purchase this camera with its exceptional zoom capabilities.

The image quality of either the P1000 or the P1100 won’t win any photography contests, but it will be sufficient for this task. 

During last weekend

Last weekend, I took some nice pictures—like this one of an alligator swimming like a torpedo, breaking through the surface of the water.

 

Alligators have become one of my favorite animals to photograph. It's captivating to think that they’ve been around longer than us. Their skin—especially in the younger ones—is full of rich colors and texture.

Florida is at its greenest right now. The vegetation in some places reminds me of what you’d find in the rainforests of Costa Rica or the Amazon.

 

The photo above is composed of about 10 images stitched together using LrC. Taking it on a cloudy day helped bring out the different shades of green. 

Just a reminder: if you haven’t done so yet, please hit the 'Follow' button on Instagram.   

Condensation!

 I hate condensation! In my case, I bought an USB lens heater and I put that on my lens few minutes before I take my lens outside. That fixes the issue for me. But here is something that will not cost you a penny. 

 

Taking another shot at Instagram

I created an Instagram account back in 2020, but I didn’t really enjoy the experience at the time. As an aspiring photographer, I’m passionate about composition and often spend a lot of time just on that. Instagram’s format can be a bit limiting—it doesn’t always work well with the way I like to present my photos.

But recently, our grandsons started working on their own project, and it reminded me that I had an old account just sitting there collecting dust. So, I decided to give it another shot partially supporting them with my photos.

While on Facebook I’ve been posting full albums from each photoshoot, on Instagram I’ll be sharing only the very best of my shots. If you’ve been following my work on Facebook, I’d love it if you’d check out my Instagram too and give me a follow. I would truly appreciate your support! And of course! Supporting our grandsons is also appreciated. 

 

Magic Lantern is back

Magic Lantern is a free, open-source software add-on that runs on many Canon DSLR cameras. It extends the functionality of Canon's firmware by unlocking advanced features not originally included by the manufacturer.

 

Important Notes:

•     Magic Lantern runs from the camera’s SD/CF card and does not replace Canon's firmware.
•     It's unofficial and not supported by Canon.
•     There's some risk (like camera malfunction or warranty voiding), though it's generally safe when installed correctly.    Magic Lantern does not support Canon Mirrorless cameras.  

My Opinion:

 While some of the features available in this "add-on" are extremely useful, it’s cluttered with so many options that it becomes difficult to remember where everything is, making it hard to use. It's really something for professionals who can't live without one of its advanced tools—not for the average user who just wants to enjoy photography. On the other hand, for DSLRs that are no longer receiving firmware updates, this add-on is a great way to revitalize the camera with new features.