Masai Mara 2015

A visit to Kenya’s Masai Mara is a destination that I am sure is on the bucket list of many people, most of whom are probably photographers. I had the awesome opportunity to visit this wonderful part of the world this year. I was hoping for more predator action but wildlife is unpredictable. I was []


Windows Alternative to Macbook Pro for Photographers

Most of us associate color fidelity for photo editing with Macbook products especially if mobility is the issue. I have toyed with the idea of switching to Mac OS many times mainly for the build quality and screen performance. Being an IT professional Windows 8 is a big part of my life and I really []


Adobe RGB and wide Gamut Monitors

Wide gamut monitors allow you to display the full range of Adobe RGB colours.   The images below have been exported using Adobe RGB.   Also a Wide Gamut Image below  


Giants Castle First Visit

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The giants castle vulture hide was a bit more tricky than I expected. This is a record of my experience in Jan 2015. Others may have had a different experience. First of all it is a long wait. You have to arrive at around 5-6pm and wait. First arrivals are around 9/10am. Vultures cross over []


Canon 100-400 MK2

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It has been over a decade since the original pump action 100-400 Mk1 which was announced in September 1998. This veteran of wildlife lenses has finally seen a replacement in 2014 !!! The new version is quite impressive. It comes with a hefty price tag in this category but it delivers. My initial impressions have been extremely []


Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD Lens (Canon)

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I have been in the market for a longer range lens for birding. I don’t really shoot birds that often so I could not justify the Canon 600L f/4. At the same time I wanted the reach  for the few times that I did shoot. When I read the reviews on the Tamron 150-600, I []


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