The Sony NEX-7 has been out for quite a while now, but it still sits atop the NEX line of mirrorless Compact System Cameras in the flagship position. It features a 24 megapixel APS-C sensor in a very tiny body, and for many people was somewhat of a ‘holy grail’ camera when it was released…
Grains on a Petal
I know it’s been a long time since my last post. I have been swamped at work and have had very little time to shoot or write. I forced myself to take a few pictures today, though. My wife had gotten some flowers a few days ago and I used them as a little subject….
Quick Test: Olympus 60mm Macro vs Olympus 12-50mm Kit Zoom
I’ve had several requests over the past few weeks to compare the new Olympus 60mm macro to the relatively versatile Olympus 12-50mm kit zoom that’s available as a bundle with the OM-D. The 12-50mm is an interesting lens. It’s got a wonderful range, from super wide to medium telephoto, plus has a macro mode that…
A Gorilla Portrait (and more)
I went to the zoo for about an hour yesterday. Just a quick jaunt to get some walking in and snap a few photos. It being cool, with kids in school and in the mid afternoon on a Friday, there weren’t a lot of people. One benefit to that was having the gorilla exhibit more…
Macro Battle Part 2 – Olympus 60mm vs Leica 45mm
A few days ago, I compared the new Olympus 60mm f/2.8 against the venerable Leica 45mm f/2.8 to see how they stacked up in the macro and close focus arena when stopped down. Today I’m going to look at another characteristic: Wide open performance and bokeh. These are important because macro lenses often pull double…
Spider Feast
Saw this tiny little spider (about 1 cm long) about to feast on a ladybug right after I got home from work today. Grabbed my camera just with the little clip on flash and got some nice shots! Boy…these little guys look a lot more ferocious when you get close:
Macro Battle: Olympus 60mm f/2.8 vs Leica 45mm f/2.8
I did a little bit of testing last night with the new Olympus 60mm f/2.8 Macro and I compared it with the only other dedicated macro lens for Micro 4/3, the Panasonic Leica 45mm f/2.8 OIS. As far as construction goes, they are similarly built. Both have high-grade plastic bodies built to tight tolerances and…
Fall Reflections
It’s fall, and the leaves are just starting to turn. You never know what you’re going to find after a gentle rain: