Posts by Author: JP Danko

JP Danko
JP Danko is a commercial photographer based in Toronto, Canada. JP can change a lens mid-rappel, swap a memory card while treading water, or use a camel as a light stand.

    Nikon 14mm vs Nikon 16mm Fisheye + Lens Correction

    Nov 25, 2016 JP Danko

    I have been using both the Nikon 14mm f/2.8 and the Nikon 16mm f/2.8 fisheye for a while now, and I have been noticing that…

    Dropbox Just Deleted 2000 Files Because of My Samsung Phone

    Nov 5, 2016 JP Danko

    I have been using Dropbox for years now and I have never once had a problem with it…until a week ago when over 2000 files mysteriously…

    I Just Made $2500 From A Single Copyright Infringement – And You Can Too

    Oct 29, 2016 JP Danko

    There’s nothing better than receiving an email with a $2500 paycheck attached to it out of the blue. That was my cut of a settlement…

    How To Copy Large Video Files to a USB Flash Drive or Other FAT32 Storage Device

    Oct 4, 2016 JP Danko

    Most of the time I deliver finished photos and videos to my clients via digital download. It’s quick, easy and saves me time and money…

    How To Build Your Own NAS From Scratch (With Parts List!)

    Oct 1, 2016 JP Danko

    Computers and data storage are almost as important to photographers and cinematographers as cameras. If you’re serious about keeping all of your photos and videos…

    I Just Sold My Pocket Wizards – What About You?

    Sep 9, 2016 JP Danko

    Back in 2006 when I first started getting serious about photography, I found Strobist.com and was instantly hooked. I followed every tip and technique that…

    Essential Photography Gear for a 7 Day Wilderness Canoe Trip

    Sep 1, 2016 JP Danko

    I recently returned from a seven day wilderness canoe trip to Algonquin Provincial Park with my family. The purpose of the trip was half family…

    DIYP reviews the SYRP Genie Mini – A Clever camera motion solution

    Aug 15, 2016 JP Danko

    I recently had the opportunity to review the Syrp Genie Mini Panning Motion Control System for time lapse and live action video ($249 from B&H,…

    DSLR Underwater Camera Housing Options for Portrait Photography and Video

    Jul 23, 2016 JP Danko

    It’s mid-summer and I have been doing a lot of underwater portrait photography lately…which has started me thinking that it might finally be time to…

    Keep Taking Pictures After Sunset!

    Jul 14, 2016 JP Danko

    Every once in awhile I find myself somewhere where there is a large number of people watching a sunset – and where there are people…