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.
Nikon Z mirrorless cameras to get Eye AF, RAW video, and CFexpress support
Jan 8, 2019
John Aldred
So, it looks like the new Z mount 14-30mm f/4 S lens isn’t the only thing coming out of CES from Nikon today. They’ve also…
How to see heat and shockwaves using a regular camera and Photoshop
Jan 8, 2019
John Aldred
Making cameras see things that our eyes cannot is something that’s always really fascinated me about photography. Whether it’s super extreme macro, infrared & ultraviolet…
Kodak launches new Smile instant cameras, printer and Luma projectors
Jan 7, 2019
John Aldred
While the Kodak name doesn’t have the same impact it once did, Kodak is still out there and they’ve kicked off CES 2019 with…
Insta360’s new Titan houses eight Micro Four Thirds sensors and shoots up to 11K 360° video
Jan 7, 2019
John Aldred
Just a few short years ago, nobody had ever heard the name Insta360. Established in 2014, they’re now one of the first names many people…
This filmmaker found a 400mm f/6.3 prime lens for his GH5 for only €2
Jan 7, 2019
John Aldred
It’s not much of a secret that I’m a big fan of M42 lenses, especially for things like video or timelapse. I’ve got a few…
5 ways to use an umbrella for stunning portraits
Jan 7, 2019
John Aldred
The umbrella is one of the most underrated modifiers in photography, I think. It’s one of the first that many of us usually encounter once…
The Drone – a movie where a DJI Phantom drone is possessed by a serial killer
Jan 5, 2019
John Aldred
Drones are no stranger to the articles on this website, so a movie that features a drone it’s pretty relevant, right? Well… I don’t even…
ProGrade Digital doubles down with 1.25GB/sec dual UHS-II SD card reader
Jan 4, 2019
John Aldred
ProGrade Digital is rounding out their card reader lineup quite nicely to appeal to as many different types of user as possible. They’re now up…
This is why an octabox is the best modifier for portraits
Jan 4, 2019
John Aldred
While I don’t think everybody will ever agree on a single modifier that works best for shooting portraits, we all have to start somewhere. Usually…
Canon will release up to seven new RF lenses in 2019
Jan 3, 2019
John Aldred
After the rather disappointing reception received by the EOS R, Canon seems to be doubling down on mirrorless to show off how seriously they’re taking…