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Evolution Apropos – The Fujifilm GFX50S II and GF35-70mm F4.5-5.6 First look with 3 unanswered questions
A first look review of the Fujifilm GFX50S II and GF35-70mm where we touch on the design philosophies and the 10 key improvements the GFX50S II brings. Look forward to honest opinions and many samples from the GF35-70mm.
Fujifilm XF33mm F1.4 First look review – the next chapter of evolution
The Fujinon XF33mm f1.4 arrives after a 10 year wait. In this review, I will share real-life usage perspectives, many real life samples and discuss why the XF33mm and XF18mm f1.4 represents Fujifilm’s plans for the future.
Review of the Nikon Z fc and Z28mm f2.8 – Retro Style and Substance
Look forward to a most sample-packed hands-on honest review of the recently released Nikon Z fc camera and Z 28mm f2.8 S.E lens.
Revisiting the Fujifilm GFX100 in 2021 and my beliefs on what makes a trustworthy reviewer.
A double-article touching on my closure review on the Fujifilm GFX100 and my beliefs on how photography reviews should be conducted for trustworthiness.
Monochrome moments with the Canon RF50mm f1.2L and R6
A 10 days visual review of monochrome photography with the Canon R6 and RF50mm f1.2L setup.
Parenting – was there ever a guide?
I was asked by a newly-wed whether do I have a guide to being a parent, and this question set me thinking… is there such a guide? More on the 7 rules I abide by as a parent to my two girls.
An experience with the antique 1910 Burke & James 8×10 large format film camera
Sharing an experience of how photography was a century old (1910s) with the 8×10 Burke and James antique large format film camera with a Fujinon 250mm f5.6 lens. Digital scanning was done with a Fujifilm X10.
My personal sharing on the 3 reasons behind Fujifilm’s growth and the 3 areas it needs to focus on for the future.
A honest and personal sharing of 3 reasons behind Fujifilm’s growth and 3 areas Fujifilm as a digital camera manufacturer needs to work on for its future.
Review of the Polaroid GO – Teeny Mini Mighty
A hands-on Review of Polaroid’s Teeny Mini Wonder – the Polaroid GO instant film camera with many real life samples.
The Canon R6 with RF50 f1.2L and RF35 f1.8 – A hands on review on why Canon has gotten it right.
Here’s an honest down to earth sharing on my experience with the Canon R6, RF35mm f1.8 and RF50mm f1.2L with a focus on real life samples and how the autofocus and handling stacks up.
The Sony α7C with FE2860 in 2021 – a visual review.
A 2021 visual and real life review of the Sony Alpha a7C α7C with the FE28-60mm kit. Look forward to many samples.
Interview with Channel News Asia 93.8FM
Honoured and blessed to be invited as a guest speaker for the local broadcast station for a conversation on choosing one’s 1st camera.
Polaroid Now review – Upgrade worthy with Auto-focus!
After my review on the Polaroid OneStep2, here is sharing my take on the Polaroid Now, it’s successor released in March 2020. Look forward to honest opinions and lots of samples.
A full review of the Fujinon XF18mm f1.4 R LM WR- A love rekindled
An in-depth review of the Fujifilm XF18mm f1.4 lens released on 15 Apr 2021. Look forward to the sharing of real life usage experiences and samples.
A visual review of the Nikkor Z 70-200mm f2.8 S – designed for Optical perfection
A most to-the-point concise hands-on review of the exemplary 70-200mm f2.8 S with many real life samples on the Z6 II body.
The Sun & the Beach with the Leica Q
A short and sweet visual diary at the beach with kids sharing why the 6 year old Leica Q is still one of my most loved and able fixed lens compacts.
Review of the Fujifilm X-E4 and XF27mm f2.8 R WR – the hidden Fujinon gems .
Sharing a full hands-on review of the Fujifilm X-E4 and XF27mm f2.8 R WR. Complete with many real life samples and my take on the philosophy behind the latest addition to Fujifilm X-mount.
Beginning 2021 : my first photowalk with the Fujifilm X100V
Singapore warmly beckoned 2021, only to be met with record cold and wet weather in the first 2 days. Sharing a very short article in the spirit of fun with the X100V and also a reminder to myself on always having a camera with me in the new year.
Review of the Nikon Nikkor 50mm f1.2 S
A review of my most anticipated piece of optics in 2020, the Nikkor 50mm f1.2 S. Look forward to my hands-on experience and sharing of many samples.
The Leica Q with Black Pro-mist filters and why it’s still rocking in 2020
A sharing on why I returned to the 2015 Leica Q despite running through the Q2, Q2 Monochrome, Fujifilm X100V and Ricoh GR III over the years.