Posts by Author: John Aldred
John Aldred is a photographer with over 25 years of experience in the portrait and commercial worlds. He is based in Scotland and has been an early adopter – and occasional beta tester – of almost every digital imaging technology in that time. As well as his creative visual work, John uses 3D printing, electronics and programming to create his own photography and filmmaking tools and consults for a number of brands across the industry.
Product photos for Sigma’s new 85mm f/1.4 for E and L mount have leaked
Aug 4, 2020
John Aldred
We’re only two days from an official announcement now from Sigma about their new 85mm f/1.4 DC DN Art series lens for L and E…
First leaked photo of the new Sigma 85mm f/1.4 Art for mirrorless shows a pretty tiny lens
Aug 3, 2020
John Aldred
Last Thursday, rumours of a new Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art series lens designed specifically for Sony and L mount mirrorless cameras was leaked,…
This deep dive video into stabilisation is everything you ever wanted to know about OIS or IBIS
Aug 3, 2020
John Aldred
Image stabilisation is always a hot topic when it comes to cameras. Every time a new camera comes out, people are concerned about how many…
The Sirui 35mm Anamorphic lens campaign is live today and starts at only $599
Aug 3, 2020
John Aldred
After the success of their campaign for the 50mm f/1.8 1.33x Anamorphic lens, Sirui has taken to Indiegogo again to launch their new 35mm f/1.8…
Use food and household objects to make amazing miniature worlds
Aug 3, 2020
John Aldred
Miniature photography seems to be very popular right now. The world is starting to come out of lockdown in many places and some of us are…
You thought this 7-Eleven commercial was CG but it was really shot using a giant robot arm
Aug 3, 2020
John Aldred
I’m not entirely sure how recently the above commercial for 7-Eleven was released (I’m in the UK, not many hhere), but when I first…
How to shoot your photos for making stitched panoramas in post
Jul 30, 2020
John Aldred
Are your lenses not quite wide enough to get that landscape shot you want? Or perhaps your camera’s resolution isn’t quite high enough to print…
The My Rode Reel short film competition is back for 2020 with $1,000,000 in cash prizes
Jul 30, 2020
John Aldred
The My Rode Reel short film competition is one of the highlights of the film world and every year it gets bigger and better. For…
This in-depth Nikon D6 review covers everything wildlife photographers need to know
Jul 30, 2020
John Aldred
If you wanted an in-depth and extensive review of how well the Nikon D6 performs for wildlife photography, then you’re in for a treat. This…
Sigma is announcing a newly designed 85mm f/1.4 Art FE for Sony next week, report says
Jul 30, 2020
John Aldred
According to a Sony Alpha Rumors, Sigma is getting ready to release a new 85mm f/1.4 Art lens next week for the Sony E mount….