The Olympus M. Zuiko Digital ED 75mm F1.8 Is A Seriously Underrated Lens

If I were a portrait photographer on a budget, (or a concert photographer or indoor sports photographer) and wanted a super, duper, sharp lens that was very fast (f/1.8) and at the same time relatively small, compact and light weight, my first choice, every time, would be the M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 75MM F1.8!

I bought this lens in 2013. I bought it before I was an Olympus Visionary. I bought it because I rented it for a tutorial I was writing and fell in love with it. Back then I was still a Canon shooter for birds/wildlife because Olympus hadn’t yet come out with the OM-D E-M1 MK II and the 300 f/4 IS Pro Lens.

Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mk III & 12-45mm Lens – First Look

The Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III with M.Zuiko 12-45 mm f/4 Pro Lens is very video capable.

The pair are being sold as a kit in either black or silver. I prefer black since it minimizes the possibility of stray reflections off the silver camera body.

Video: Intro To Olympus Wireless Flash

The Olympus wireless flash system is made up of three components.

The Olympus FC-WR Wireless Radiowave Commander
The Olympus FR-WR Wireless Radiowave Flash Receiver

A compatible Olympus flash. In this case, I use the following:

The Olympus FL-900R Electronic Flash

More Hummingbird Photo Tips Plus A Detailed Gear List

While I have done a lot of bird photography, I only seriously started photographing hummingbirds in 2012. I think my expertise with other avian species gave me a leg-up when it comes to making great hummingbird shots but it’s still incredibly hard. Photographing hummingbirds is a task that will try your patience but if you can hang in there, the rewards are pretty amazing.

Topaz Updated Mask AI

Topaz Labs updated Mask AI. On Sale $20 off thru May 4. V1.2 includes improved processing models for a better masking experience. Current users get update free. If you want to buy Mask AI use this link http://bit.ly/topazmask and code METHODS at check out for additional 15% off

Magnus REX VT-6000 2-Stage Video Tripod – First Look

I looked into tripods and heads from all the big names like Miller, O’Connor, Sachtler and Acebill. Talk about sticker shock… there are dozens of models to choose from in the $5000 to $19000 price range! That’s more than I want to spend. So I looked at the next tier. Manfrotto and Benro are big players in the under $5000 video tripod segment. They make nice stuff.

But since video is not my main thing, that’s still more than I wanted to spend. Then I found out about the Magnus REX VT-6000 2-Stage Video Tripod with Fluid Head.

Topaz Labs Products On Sale

To get the discounts on Topaz Labs products, you must go to this link (bit.ly/TopazPlugins) and when you order, use the code METHODS to save 15% off whatever the current pricing is.

Topaz Sharpen AI On Sale!

I have been using a new sharpening tool called Topaz Labs Sharpen AI. This tool works as either a plugin or a standalone program and in my opinion, offers the best sharpening I have ever seen.

It is now on sale – $59.99 (regularly $79.99)

Two Camera Bags From Arco

I love camera and gadget bags. My closet is my proof. When people ask me how many camera and gadget bags I own, I always say, “More than I need, but fewer than I want.”

It must be like my old girlfriend and her shoes. But I digress…

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