Recent content by Kenny Girvan

I'd seriously consider not using the extender, you lose a stop, you are already getting a crop effect with the crop factor sensor. It might be worth testing but I suspect you are likely to get better images without the converter and just cropping. I tried similar and took some test shots and...

Hi, I have had my 60D sensor cleaned twice professionally and the last time decided to do it myself to save time and money. Was a bit concerned so checked out a few products and watched a couple of videos. In the end I went for VisibleDust Orange swabs (make sure you get the right size for...

I'd definitely go for the YN-600EX-RT. It's their version of the top of the range Canon flash, has HSS, ETTL, built in radio control, compatible with Canon radio system, high guide number. I've got 2 and the YN-E3-R to control them when required. Huge saving compared to Canon equivalent but...

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Sports is a very broad subject matter. I'd shoot raw if shooting a portfolio photo or client shot. I'd also shoot raw if tricky situations and time wasn't much of an issue. If its an event, tight timescales or I need max shooting speed then jpg. And its of course evident that you can make...

Try bigwetfish for domain name and hosting. I've been with them for years and their support is excellent. Install wordpress and get a nice theme (have a look at Photocrati). I'd be happy to help with specifics, I've created a few websites including photography and have used zenfolio...

A great set of images, and showing varying techniques, well applied eg panning, fill flash etc. Hard to pick a favourite, they all capture something different and show off different skills. I agree about panning, loads of shots to get a few 'keepers', I think it just goes with the technique...

I bought a fairly cheap 10 Stop ND filter from Amazon and been really happy with it. There is a bit of a colour cast but nothing that can't be easily removed. I don't bother with any calculators for working out exposure. Start with ISO 100, f16 and 30 seconds. Then look at what you get and...

Sorry a slightly obscure comment on the fact I was going against the normal view. Kenny

Hi, thanks for the opinions and I'm reassured that I'm not the only one that has doubts!! I totally get that some people find it either useful, easier or essential but I like to see some balance. There are so many articles, videos and blogs that are 'pushing' it, that I felt there was a need...

Just to clarify, I'm happy with what works for me. My point was to gauge how many others feel the same or similar to me. I also wanted to point out that there are other points of view regarding BBF. If you look up articles, guides etc. they can be quite one sided. Kenny

I regularly read about the huge advantages of back button focusing and do understand the way it works. I have tried to use it, and tried to persevere but I just don't find it intuitive. Perhaps I should have kept trying?? It seems as thought there are loads of articles/features that promote it...

This is a strange one, I'd have liked to see a look inside a Canon or Nikon equivalent. Some of the comments were valid but some misleading, using quick disconnects just leaves more options for failure that a soldered connection. Also the Lumopro is quite a bit more expensive than the others...

I'd go for the Yongnuo 600ex rt. Good guide number and integrates with the top of the line Canon flash and triggers etc as well as the Yongnuo versions for a fraction of the price. I have a 430ex and it is a great flash, but the Yongnuo 600 is my upgrade for it and getting going in the off...

Hi, didn't seem to be working?? Kenny G