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Camera Strap Buddy

Posted on 29 August 2010 by D. Travis North

The Camera Strap Buddy is a nice little gadget that can offer you the carrying solution offered by significantly more expensive strap solutions. This week, we got a hands-on look at the gadget, and we’re ready to share our thoughts with you.

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Rogue FlashBenders Review

Posted on 05 August 2010 by D. Travis North

There’s a new light modification system in town from ExpoImaging, the makers of the ExpoDisc. The product line, the Rogue FlashBenders, can be bent into a number of different shapes, giving you ultimate control. Shutter Photo reviewed the whole line in this in-depth review.

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Moo: Business Cards For the Creative

Posted on 28 June 2010 by D. Travis North

Even if you only sell a couple of photos a year, business cards are still the calling card for any small businessman. Moo makes customized business cards at affordable rates – something all creative minds would appreciate. Read on to hear our thoughts and why we love Moo.

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Lensbaby Composer: Crazy Fun, and Inspirational (Review)

Posted on 09 June 2010 by D. Travis North

Need to get your creative mind in gear? The Lensbaby system may be up your alley. In this feature article, we review the Lensbaby Composer. Is it fun? Is it durable? Read on to find out more.

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Lowepro Passport Sling Review

Posted on 14 May 2010 by D. Travis North

If you’re looking for a good daily use bag to carry just a small amount of your equipment, but still want some extra space for typical daily use items – perhaps the Passport Sling is just the bag you’re looking for. Read on to see our full review and hear what we think.

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Follow-Up: ExpoDisc Review

Posted on 21 April 2010 by D. Travis North

After our review of the ExpoDisc White Balance Filter, one particular aspect of our review concerned the manufacturer, ExpoImaging.  Specifically, they were concerned with our results under incandescent lighting.  Per our review, our findings were that the ExpoDisc was cause for a bluish cast under incandescent light.  ExpoImaging was bothered by this for one simple [...]

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ZipShot Tripod Review

Posted on 16 April 2010 by D. Travis North

Is it possible to make a lightweight tripod that sets up in seconds while still being completely useful? Is Tamrac’s ZipShot the answer to nearly every photographer’s quest to find a sturdy but lightweight tripod? Read on to read our review of the ZipShot ultra-compact, ultra-lightweight tripod.

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Crumpler Sinking Barge Deluxe Review

Posted on 05 April 2010 by D. Travis North

If you were to spend enough time on any photography forum, one of the manufacturers that is common to nearly every bag discussion is Crumpler.  Crumpler is an Australian company that is still fairly obscure here in the United States, but has a world-wide following of extremely satisfied owners of Crumpler products.  Their products have [...]

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Naneu Military Ops Echo-X Messenger Camera Bag Review

Posted on 02 March 2010 by D. Travis North

Finding the perfect camera bag is no easy task. Thanks to a recent introduction, we discovered the Naneu product line. One bag in particular, the Military Ops Echo-X, seemed appealing to hobbyists. We borrowed one to review, and of course we’ll share all the details. Read on to learn about our experiences and see what we thought.

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Luma Loop Camera Sling Review

Posted on 22 February 2010 by D. Travis North

The camera sling concept is one that’s catching on. Luma Labs has thrown their hat into the ring with the Luma Loop – a lightweight approach to the sling concept. We were able to get our hands on one for the purpose of a review. To learn more about the Luma Loop and to see what we thought, read on.

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ExpoDisc White Balance Filter Review

Posted on 15 February 2010 by D. Travis North

There are several products aimed at solving White Balance problems in your photography, including the ExpoDisc. We were fortunate enough to get a hold of one temporarily to review. To see what we think and to learn all about the ExpoDisc, read on.

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Sun Sniper Alternative Camera Strap Review

Posted on 03 February 2010 by D. Travis North

The Sun Sniper is an alternative camera strap that hangs across your body and allows your camera to slide into position. Sun Sniper is not the only company on the scene, but they have some features that may appeal to many. To hear what we have to say about this interesting product, read on.

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Kata DR-466i Camera Backpack Review

Posted on 25 January 2010 by D. Travis North

The Kata DR-466i is a camera rucksack that may be perfect for the hobbyist landscape or street photographer. For two weeks, we used this bag as our primary equipment carry-all to evaluate its performance in the field. Read on to see what we thought of the bag and how it stood up to our tests.

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Light Scoop Softens Built-In Flash (Test Labs)

Posted on 23 November 2009 by D. Travis North

A few weeks ago, I shared with you that I happened upon a product called Light Scoop, thanks to Wired Magazine’s Gadget Lab. Well, the makers of Light Scoop were nice enough to send me a one to evaluate and review for Shutter Photo. Read on to see our thoughts and some example photos.

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Look At Me – I Have A Camera! (Pentax K-X Red)

Posted on 17 September 2009 by D. Travis North

Does a Candy-Red camera have a place in the world of Real Photographers? To hear my thoughts about Pentax’s new K-X Red camera, read on…

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