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Comparison Review: Tamron 28-75mm VS Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8

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I often get asked about alternatives to the expensive pro lenses from Canon and Nikon. As I rely on the standard f/2.8 midrange zoom for much of my work, I thought that I’d take the time to look at some popular third-party options: the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 and the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 zooms. Just like [...]


Canon 5D Mark II: High ISO Samples

You want full resolution, high ISO files from the Canon 5D Mark II? You got it.


Canon 5D Mark II Announcement, First Thoughts

Canon has announced the 5D Mark II, the successor to the groundbreaking 5D, which brought full-frame image-making to the masses three years ago. The new camera boasts a 21.03 megapixel CMOS sensor which, according to Rob Galbraith, Canon promises will produce the highest image quality and lowest noise ever from an EOS digital SLR. Bold [...]


Choosing Lenses for Concert Photography

Given the shooting constraints of concert photography, from song limits to bad lighting, the last thing you want to do is show up for a gig lenses that aren’t cut out for the job. If you’re just starting out with gig photography, here are a few suggestions for lenses that are up to the low-light [...]


Impressions on the Nikon D3: High ISO Performance

Just from its specs, the D3 seems like an ideal tool for concert photography, where light is so often at a premium. In August, I posted an article highlighting my picks for the camera’s top features for low-light work, as well as other notable advancements. Naturally, the question is, does the camera live up to [...]


Concert Photography Gear Guide: Revised

I’ve revised the Gear Guide to focus more specifically on gear that I use for events. The page takes a move away from a generic listing to give a little more information on my specific use of the gear in my kit, especially with regard to lens pairings with my D2x.