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Sick of paying monthly?! BEST Lightroom alternatives 2025
Let’s examine some Lightroom alternatives, and if it’s worth the change for you. I’ve got 3 alternatives that are entirely free. Zero cost, nada, nothing. And then 3 alternatives which are perhaps a bit more feature rich and have a one-off fee then you own it forever. No monthly or annual subscription.
Aiarty Image Matting Review: a great Ai Image Background Removal tool for Photographers in 2025
removing image backgrounds can be an absolute pain in the butt. Whether you’re trying to isolate fine hair strands in a portrait, or create a graphic for your social media, traditional tools can make the process a bit tedious and time-consuming — especially if you don’t have access to Photoshop.
If you’re a photographer, designer, or just someone trying to create standout social media posts, this matting tool might be ideal for you.
Aiarty Image Enhancer: the best solution for cleaning up your images in 2025?
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably taken a photo, looked at it later, and thought, “Wow, this could’ve been amazing if only it weren’t so grainy/blurry/pixelated.” Maybe it was a high-ISO sort of night shot, or an image that just didn’t hold up after cropping. Whatever the case, low-quality images can be a right pain in the butt — especially if you don’t notice at the time of shooting. That’s where AI image enhancement comes into play.
Lumix S9 Review (For Every Day Carry Fans!)
The Lumix S9 Camera is an interesting, flawed, camera. There's pros and cons to this camera, and it isn't for everyone. Is it for you?
HUGE Lumix S5ii and S5iiX Firmware update!
The Lumix S5ii and S5iiX have been updated with some epic new features — some of which are my absolute favourites from the Lumix G9ii — and best of all the update is entirely FREE! Let’s get stuck in with what’s new…
Some GREAT Insta360 Go 3 Features No One Talks About…
The Go 3 has been showcased around the Internet as a brilliant, adrenaline-fuelled, mini action camera, but there is so much more to it than that. In fact, I think if you’re looking for a tiny, versatile, truly innovative video camera, this has to be towards the top of your list. I took the Go 3 to Costa Rica for a month. Here are my thoughts.
The BEST Micro Four Thirds Zoom lens
This a little love letter to the Olympus 40-150mm f2.8. What a beaut! Here are my thoughts, a video review, and lots of photo examples for you to check out!
10 best every day carry tiny cameras for ALL budgets!
Here is a definitive ranking of the last 10 tiny cameras that I've reviewed for your viewing pleasure. If you’re looking for some inspiration for your next camera, you’ve come to the right place.
So without further ado, let's get in at number 10. Number 10…
What the heck is Alice Camera? World first hands-on review!
Alice camera is an Ai powered, micro four thirds mirrorless camera that works wirelessly with your phone.
Here is my full, in-depth review!
Lumix 100mm f2.8 — More Than Just Macro
The new for 2024 Lumix L mount 100mm f2.8 macro lens (full frame!) is an absolute beaut. It is groundbreaking in a number of ways, which I’m sure a lot of other reviews will cover, but I thought it might be helpful to take it for a spin in a scenario outside of its macro capabilities. Let’s see how it did!
Lumix G9ii is the best yet — long-term review
I’ve used the Lumix G9ii for many months now. I’ve taken it on Safari, shot two wedding films, taken it to California, and filmed a dozen YouTube videos and more. The Lumix G9ii is almost perfect, and certainly the best micro four thirds camera ever made. Those are big words. But. it’s true! Let me tell you why…
One lens to rule them all?
I shot with nothing but the Lumix 10-25 and the 25-50 for an entire (very busy!) month! here are my findings
Laowa NANOMORPH 50mm review
anamorphic! yay! I love this lens! here are my thoughts and my first experience with anamorphic lenses
Smallrig setup for Lumix GH6
It’s about time I got a cage! I have enough cine lenses now to warrant it, and I have to admit, I had so much fun making my rig! Here is a full breakdown with all part numbers for the Lumix GH6!
How I set up my GH6 and what I'd change
I’ve had the GH6 now since launch, and on the whole, I love it! but there are some things I’d definitely change!
Meike Cine lenses for Micro Four Thirds
I am a fan of the Meike cine lenses! So When I got to add the 35mm and the 10mm to my set I was over the moon. I shot a wedding, along with some other jobs, with these beautiful lenses. here are my findings!
TTArtisans lens set for Micro Four Thirds
TTArtisans make some superb manual focus lenses. Some are crazy fast for the price as well! I spent a good while testing this set of three beautiful lenses with my micro four thirds gear. I even went to sunny Amsterdam for some street photography! Check out my findings here
Everyone should own this vintage lens!
A love letter to my Helios 58mm 442. Loads of test footage. and real world footage. and generally me just gushing love for this amazing lens!
Meike 8mm f2.8 lens review for micro four thirds
Had so much fun with this lens! Great for photo and video, such a fun piece of kit. Check out all my findings here!
Lumix GH6 for weddings -- how did it do?
As a hybrid shooter — both photo and video — I was very intrigued as to how the Lumix GH6 would perform for weddings. So come along to my first paid job with the GH6 and see how I got on!