If you shoot on the Lumix S9, this could be your new walkabout 50mm. It's the Viltrox AF 50mm F2 L. This full-frame lens is small, fast, shoots sharp wide open, and delivers lovely smooth bokeh. All for less than $200.

I'm reviewing this against the Lumix S 50mm F1.8, which costs a lot more and is quite a bit bigger, and against the cheaper TTArtisan 50mm Neo F1.8... Plus I'll have one more surprise option that you may not haven't even considered for your compact L-mount setup.

Let's see where this little Viltrox can win on value.

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In this review of the Neewer LT-39 Travel Tripod the big surprise is just how good it stands up against the original Peak Design Travel Tripod. It borrows a lot of design inspiration from Peak Design but still comes in at budget price. Just $290 at the time of releasing this video. I take this tripod out in the field and share some detailed insights into what makes it worth the money.

Neewer were generous enough to send me this tripod for review. No money has changed hands and all opinions expressed in this video are mine alone.

00:00 Intro 00:55 Travel Tripod Trends 02:06 Neewer LT-39 Specs 04:09 Less Than Perfect 05:40 Better Than Average

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Tilt-Shift lenses perform a little magic when shooting architecture. The SHIFT function in particular can transform a scene that a typical wide angle can't handle. In this video I walk through some practical applications when shooting architecture and accommodation, and take a close look at the TT Artisan 17mm TS F4 ASPH and why it fills this niche so well.

This lens has been released for mirrorless mounts including Sony, Nikon, Leica, Canon and Fuji GFX.

00:00 INTRO 01:00 SHIFT YOUR THINKING 03:54 KEYSTONE FOR SANDSTONE 06:02 SHIFT AND STITCH 08:45 HELLO FROM EWEN 09:20 TECHNICALLY SPEAKING 13:54 QUALITY SHIFT

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Reality and honesty are virtues we think of when it comes to photography, but how many of us see the camera as a tool of art more than documentary?

In this essay I explore a handful of ideas from Susan Sontag's book "On Photography" and the difference between telling the truth and telling stories. Ultimately, photography is always art, so why not embrace the craft of visual storytelling and make your photography even stronger.

00:00 Intro 02:48 Reality 04:21 Fantasy 05:27 Candid 07:45 Time 09:59 Hidden 11:48 Collectors 13:24 Zine 14:18 Music Credits

My name is Ewen Bell and I'm a mentor and photographer from Melbourne. For over two decades I've helped photographers find their voice and make photography an act of expression.

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With the help of my good friend and fellow mentor, Ian Rolfe, we are taking the Laowa 6mm F2 Manual Focus for Micro Four Thirds into the field to explore how to compose with such a wide field of view. This 6mm lens gives the equivalent of 12mm full frame, but in a wonderfully small package.

00:00 INTRO 01:32 WHAT FLOATS YOUR BOAT 03:03 GET CLOSER 04:16 DEPTH OF FIELD 06:14 6MM MFT 08:24 A QUICK WORD FROM EWEN 08:57 IAN'S EDITS 11:15 IAN'S PERSPECTIVE

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We worry too much about tech specs and reviews when shopping for a camera. Are you trying to buy the best camera ever made, or are you're shopping for the camera that you will love?

00:00 Intro 01:55 Technical vs Emotional 05:26 Camera vs Lens 07:29 Making The Best of it 10:09 Essential Features 12:32 The Camera You Already Love

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This lens made me a little bit sentimental for my old Minolta camera and Rokkor lenses. It's a great lens for any one wanting to experiment with fast primes on a budget. In this video I am stepping into the joy of Slow Photography with this very affordable manual focus lens for mirrorless full frame cameras. Pergear 50mm F1.4 Manual Focus is available for Sony E-mount, Nikon Z-mount, Canon RF-mount and Leica L-mount.

See pinned comment for special discounts offered at the launch.

00:00 Intro 02:00 Take It Slow 05:24 Get Moody 08:10 Quick Word from Ewen 08:41 Why Manual 12:31 Who Would Like This

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The fascinating and quirky Viltrox 28mm F2.5 CHIP has been released for L-mount. This is a super small lens that pairs well with super small camera bodies such as the Lumix S9 and Sigma BF. This lens inspires a different way to think about photography, and that's a good thing.

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If you're a beginner to photography or just looking for a new perspective to explore the craft, I've made a video to walk through some ideas that might help you find a path forward. Photography is about art and expression, and cameras are merely tools to help you be creative. Grab a cup of tea and join me for a nice long chat :)

00:00 Intro 01:29 Does Gear Matter 05:41 Everything Is Art 10:16 Need To Know 13:46 A Word From Ewen 14:50 Editing and RAW 19:54 Tripods 21:46 iPhone vs Cameras 25:15 Lens Envy 30:35 Exposure Control 36:22 Drive Modes 41:07 Why Are My photos Boring? 45:33 Let The Light Guide You 50:29 Make it Beautiful

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There are a lot of great lenses for L-mount cameras, but not every manufacturer is supplying for mount. Tamron in particular have some great lenses that I really wish I could be shooting with on the L-mount bodies. Having just reviewed their new 12-20mm F2.8 lens, I have some thoughts on what is good and not so good about being an L-mount owner.

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Field Review of the Tamron 12-20mm F2.8 for full frame Sony and Nikon, on the streets of Melbourne. An ultra-wide zoom lens like this is usually intended for astro photography and big bold landscapes, but I'm taking that ultra-wide 12mm perspective into the urban jungle instead.

How hard is it to tame an ultra-wide zoom in a city of 5 million people?

00:00 Intro 00:55 Thinking Wide 03:18 Don't Rush 06:04 The Lens 09:37 A Word From Ewen 10:26 Wide + Introverted 13:33 Arctic Angle

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This camera might have been built for cinema, but it's also got credentials for stills photography as well. In this field review I dive into the details that make the ZR such a great camera, and I even have my own custom setup to help anyone who is more focused on photography than cinema.

Download my Custom Setup and User Settings for shooting stills on the Nikon ZR here: https://ewenbell.com/blog/Nikon_ZR_Custom_Setup_for_Stills_Photography

00:00 Intro 00:40 Good Gear 02:58 Not Perfect 04:56 The Awesome 06:54 Ad For Ewen 07:45 The i-Menu 09:09 User Settings 11:28 Who Will Love It 14:22 Thank You

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My very simple recipe for editing Raw files in DxO PhotoLab

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I spent a few weeks on the streets of Melbourne to test how good a lens you can get for under $100. TT Artisan have made an amazingly affordable lens for mirrorless full frame cameras that opens the door to experimenting with fast primes on a budget. This lens is available for Sony, Nikon and Leica mounts.

00:00 Intro 01:37 Character 03:55 A Word From Ewen 04:19 QV Market 05:31 Fifty Plus 08:07 Absolute Bargain

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The biggest fear people have about changing their editing software is not being able to go back and access all that work they have already put into the file. We're hanging onto the possibility of going back to our old edits, instead of looking forward to new possibilities.

Reminder that my discount code for DxO PhotoLab is "EWENBELL15". If you're going to purchase some DxO products feel free to use this code and save yourself some money. I get a little commission as well, which helps keep my YouTube channel running.

And here's a link to my video on how I do my editing, a very simple and easy to follow guide to create the gentle style that you see in my photos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1R_UKlPnZ2M

00:00 Intro 00:53 Goodbye To Subscriptions 03:09 Looking Back 06:09 DxO PhotoLab 07:34 That Janky Cable 09:27 Never Read The Comments 10:37 Use It Or Lose It 13:09 That's All Folks

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Having travelled with this lens all over the Himalayas it has become one of my favourite companions for all kinds of street photography and travel. In this video I share my review of the TT Artisan 40mm F2 AF, and a few selected images from our journeys together.

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An unusual lens kit from Korean lens maker Samyang, and also sold under the name Rokinon. The "Remaster Slim" has an interchangeable core to deliver full frame 21mm, 28m and 32mm focal lengths for Sony E-mount. It's a little weird and lots of fun!

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Leica cameras and lenses don't fit everyone's budget. But there are alternatives. How close can you get to owning a Leica without owning a Leica?

00:00 Intro 00:22 A Very Fast Fifty 03:54 A Very Small Nikon 07:00 A Fake Leica 08:46 Buy The Camera You Love

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My simple secrets to editing RAW photos that can help any photographer improve their skills. I call it "Ewen's Bell Curve" :) In this video I walk through examples of how I do my processing, editing and grading, and help guide you towards finding your own style.

It doesn't matter if you're editing with Lightroom, Capture One, DxO Photo Labs or pretty much anything else. This video will help you make the most of the creative process and simplify your workflow.

00:00 Intro 00:29 Less Is More 01:48 Oops Too Much 02:36 The Captures 03:58 Ewen's Bell Curve 07:00 Layer Up 08:33 Warming Up 12:43 Topping Up 16:15 Wrapping Up

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Deep dive into the good and not so good issues when travelling around Japan on an small expedition ship trying to capture photos. I'll share some advice to get the most from your journey, and share a bunch of lovely images from my recent gig with @HeritageExpeditions

00:00 Intro 02:13 Photo Friendly 05:46 Kochi on Shikoku 12:27 Good Gigs 14:56 What's In The Bag 17:34 Heritage Adventurer 18:41 Final Thoughts

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I have struggled to find my mojo for a while now, but recently something happened that really turned things around. It was good news for me, and perhaps it could be a useful perspective for your mojo too.

I usually share my photos and ideas about photography on my channel, but today I'm sharing a few home-truths about life in the freelance lane.

Apologies also that on the day I recorded my primary mic failed and I had to cobble the audio together off the backup mic and it was a little over-baked. Oh well, loads of lessons to learn this week!

00:00 Intro 04:10 Money Is Not Enough 08:18 New Beginnings 12:00 Beyond Structure 16:46 What's the Plan? 19:42 Who's On Your List?

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For too long we've had the subscription model forced upon us to access software like Lightroom or Capture One. There are genuine alternatives for editing your photos, and you might find they're even better than what you're currently using. All I ask is that you take a look for yourself.

Welcome to Vlog No. 101.

00:00 Intro 00:21 Not A Fan 03:02 Where Do We Go 04:23 DxO PhotoLab 07:20 Lots of Alternatives 10:05 Take A Little Look

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I was recently asked for some practical advice on composition. Not just the standard rules and theories, but something useful to guide your photography when you're out on the street and can't find a path forward. Welcome to Vlog No 088.

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If you’re bored it’s because you are ready for something new to do with your talent. You need a challenge. So go find it.

00:00 Intro 01:43 Get Out Of Bed 03:15 The Future 04:54 Crowd Sourced 06:11 Scarred For Life 08:08 Don't Wait for Perfect 10:21 The Short Version

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