This very anticipated lens was recently released by Nikon (as of April 2026) and has big shoes to fill for sure. Its predecessors, the Nikon F-mount 70-200 VR f/2.8 and version one of the Nikon Z 70-200 f/2.8 S were extremely popular and for good reason. Each of these lenses I have shot with and the optics are extremely sharp …
What else besides cameras
With the holidays fast approaching, I wanted to share some gear that I find essential beyond the cameras. These make great gifts for the photographer in your life. They are affordable and will pay for themselves many times over. Click on the images to be taken to the items. Binocular Harness This harness is lightweight and can be used in …
Gear Review: Nikon Z 24-70 f/2.8 S II
To begin with, this was a bold move by Nikon to introduce a successor to arguably one of the most popular and sharpest lenses in their lineup. I am sure this did not come without some reservations on their part. Having shot with the F-mount 24-70 f/2.8, the mirrorless version Z 24-70 f/2.8 S lens, version one, this lens was …
Gear Review: Nikon Z 180-600 f/5.6-6.3
Over the years, Nikon has produced incredible super-telephoto lenses like the Nikon Z 400mm f/4.5 and f/2.8, 600mm f/4, 800mm f/6.3, and 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6. But a less expensive option was missing from their lineup. They addressed this with the Nikon Z 180-600 f/5.6-6.3 lens. This lens is the replacement if you will for the DSLR lens the 200-500 f/5.6 which …
Essential equipment
One of the most important traits that a wildlife photographer can have is patience and the ability to just listen and observe. So much of the success of “getting the shot” is preparation, doing your research and how well you know the behavior of your subject and, let’s be honest, how lucky you are One of the most essential pieces …
Eyecups and shooting comfort
All photographers have preferences with their gear that helps them get the most out of their cameras. I would be willing to bet that no two cameras, when it comes to accessories, or settings, are alike. That is the beauty of todays cameras whether mirrorless or DSLR, you have infinite possibilities to configure the camera to you liking. Sometimes its …
Benro WH15 Wildlife Head
One thing that all photographers love to talk about is gear. Although, the gear used can be a very personal thing. May be brand specific, may be based off a recommendation from a trusted source. For me, any new piece of gear has to serve a purpose and fill a need. Such was the case with the Benro WH15 Wildlife …
Keeping your gear clean
Clean gear is a must and I am proud to say that I have never had a gear failure due to my equipment not working. Photographers are afforded all kinds of tools to keep their gear clean and I wanted to share some gear that I found that works amazingly well. The VSGO Electronic Air Blower. This little device works …