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Photography Equipment

All the gear no idea? My policy is before spending a penny on the ‘latest and greatest’ photography equipment, you need to know how to get the best out of the camera and accessories you already have.

Here in this section, I have put together instructional articles to help you learn things such as how to choose the best digital camera, flash equipment, or equipment for portrait photography, etc and most importantly how to use them!

Make sure you get the best out of your photography equipment with our guides including:
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  • How to choose the best digital camera
  • Mirrorless vs Full Frame - How to Decide
  • Ultimate Guide to Macro Photography
  • Flash techniques for better portrait photography
  • Tips for Buying a Tripod
  • How to Choose the Right Lens

In this Photography Equipment section, you will find everything you need to know before investing in a new camera.

Can’t decide between mirrorless and full frame? Or maybe you aren’t sure the best flash to invest in for portrait photography.

My extensive guides and tutorials will help demystify your equipment, while reviews can be found in their own section.

Ready to start learning? Take a read of the latest articles below to get started.

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Review of Sigma’s 56mm F/1.4 Lens – Is It Worth It?

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: February 15, 2023

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Find out why I give this 4.5 out of 5 stars. It’s well made, tack sharp, really silent, lightweight (as compared to the Fuji 56mm), and is great value for your dollar. So much so in fact that I chose the Sigma 56mm over the Fuji one!

What’s in My Photography Toolbox and Why I Recommend This Stuff

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: January 4, 2023

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In this roundup, you’ll get a full list of all the camera gear, computers, software, and accessories that are part of my photography equipment toolbox.

Fuji 16-55mm F2.8 WR Lens Review

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: February 23, 2023

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In this review I put the Fuji 16-55mm F2.8 WR lens through a few tests and give you my thoughts on why I am adding it to my wishlist.

How to Choose the Best Digital Camera for You

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: March 20, 2022

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If you are thinking about buying a new camera, it can get a bit confusing with all the options available. Here are 8 questions to ask yourself to find the best digital camera for you and your needs, whether you’re a beginner or intermediate photographer.

How to Choose the Best Tripod for Landscape Photography

by Kav Dadfar | Last Updated: September 3, 2022

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A tripod is essential for doing landscape photography, especially if you want to get to the next level. Here are some tips on choosing the right one for the job, and saving money in the long term.

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Yes, you can learn to take better photos! It’s my passion to help you learn the photography basics and take better pictures. It’s also the same reason I teach workshops, do photo travel tours, and have online photography courses available.

Enroll in our free photography basics for beginners course, or 12-part portrait photography course, also free.

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