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First Lens Every Photographer Should Buy & The One You’ll Use The Most

April 26, 2024 By Morgan

Man excitedly holding a Nikon camera with Tamron 28-75mm Z-Mount lens.

(If you want to watch the video go here!) Hey, it’s Jay P. here. I’m asked the question all the time, “What is the best lens for me to buy?” That’s a tough question to answer. But it really isn’t. There is one lens that I know, that most everyone should have, you’ll use it […]

Filed Under: Equipment, Lens Review, Product Review

Sony a7RV vs Fujifilm GFX100 II Camera Comparison – Which is Better?

March 26, 2024 By Morgan

Woman comparing Sony a7RV and GFX 100 II cameras with a smile.

(If you want to watch the video go here!) Hi, this is Jay P. Morgan. I’ve got Dianna here with me today. “Hi”. We’re going to take a look at the GFX100 II versus the Sony a7RV. The reason I chose these two cameras, and I want to look at them head-to-head, is what does […]

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Fujifilm GFX 100 II vs Nikon Z8 Camera Comparison – Which is Better?

March 12, 2024 By Morgan

Smiling woman comparing Nikon Z8 and GFX 100 II cameras.

(If you want to watch the video go here!) Hi, this is Jay P. Morgan. Today on The Slanted Lens I’ve got Dianna here with me. “Hi.” We’re going to take a look at the GFX 100 II versus the Nikon Z8. I’ve shot on medium format cameras for a huge portion of my career. […]

Filed Under: Camera Comparison, Camera News, Camera Review, Equipment, Product Review

Which Camera System Has The Best Color – Canon, Nikon, Lumix or Sony?

December 20, 2023 By Morgan

A woman holds a color calibration chart behind four cameras for color matching.

(If you want to watch the video go here!) Hey, it’s Jay P. here from The Slanted Lens. I’ve got Barbie here with me. “Hi”. She’s getting married today. “I am!” I don’t think her boyfriend knows about this actually. So we have Barbie here. We put her in a white dress because we want […]

Filed Under: Photography Tutorial, Product Review, Uncategorized

Tamron 70-180mm G2 Lens Review – Excellent Telephoto Performance

December 13, 2023 By Morgan

Man holding a camera with Tamron 70-180mm G2 lens outdoors.

(If you want to watch the video go here!) Hey, it’s Jay P. here. Today on The Slanted Lens we’re out in The Valley of Fire outside of Las Vegas. But we’ve got with us the new Tamron 70-180mm G2 second generation of that 70-180mm. This is a tough category for lenses to compete in. […]

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Tamron 17-50mm Lens Review – Great Crossover Lens!

November 28, 2023 By Morgan

Man holding a camera with a Tamron 17-50mm lens smiling.

(If you want to watch the video go here!) Hey it’s Jay P. here down in Los Angeles and I’ve got with me the 17-50mm lens from Tamron. This is an f/4 lens throughout. Really interesting lens to me because you get that really ultra-wide into more of a normal 50 millimeter lens. So I’m […]

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Nikon Z8 With The Tamron 35-150mm – Great Crossover Combo

October 10, 2023 By Morgan

Photographer using Nikon Z8 with Tamron 35-150 lens capturing a female model.

(If you want to watch the video go here!) Hey, it’s Jay P. here. I’m super excited because we got the Tamron 35-150mm Z mount lens. An f/2-2.8 on the Z8. Miranda’s going to be here with me. We’re going to take some pictures. I think you’re going to love this. I love this lens. […]

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Panasonic Lumix G9 II Review – Great Wildlife, Bird & Sports Camera!

September 11, 2023 By Morgan

(If you want to watch the video go to The Slanted Lens on YouTube!) Hey, it’s Jay P. here. I’m down in San Diego about to go on a safari. And I’ve got with me the Panasonic G9 II. This is a second generation in that G9 series from Panasonic. This is a micro four […]

Filed Under: Camera News, Camera Review, Product Review

Nikon Z6 II vs Lumix S5 II Camera Comparison – Which is Better?

June 13, 2023 By Morgan

(If you want to watch the video go here!) Hey, this is Jay P. and today on The Slanted Lens we’re going to take a look at what I think are two solid full-frame sensor cameras that do both great video and stills. We’re going to take a look at the Z6 II from Nikon […]

Filed Under: Camera Comparison, Camera News, Camera Review

VIDEO TRAVEL TRIPOD – Super Light Weight for Travel, Video & Vlogging!

June 4, 2023 By Morgan

(If you want to watch the video go here!) Hey, it’s Jay P. here. We’re down on the Sixth Street Bridge here in Los Angeles. I’ve got with me the Ulanzi Fotopro X-Aircross F38 Tripod. When we were at NAB Julene’s going, “We’ve got to find a lightweight video tripod.” And when we went through all […]

Filed Under: Equipment, Photography & Video Business Tips, Product Review

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