Finding the Universe
Travel tales, photography and a dash of humor
I've photographed birds on safari and at home for years, mostly on a Canon R5. Here are six complete camera and lens kits for bird photography by budget. Read More...
I've packed camera gear for safaris, northern lights trips and city weekends since 2010. Here's my exact kit for each trip type, and what stays at home. Read More...
We own and use two pairs of binoculars across safaris and daily birdwatching. Here are the best binoculars for safari by budget, plus 8x vs 10x explained. Read More...
I travel with a Canon R5 and heavy telephoto zoom. These are the travel and camera tripods that I recommend in 2026, from budget carbon to Gitzo. Read More...
I've been a travel photographer since 2010 and have carried cameras on straps from Peak Design, BlackRapid and more. Here are the ones worth buying in 2026. Read More...
A pro travel photographer's actual camera bag picks for 2026, based on 15 years of safari, road trips, and rain. Vanguard, Peak Design, Shimoda compared. Read More...
A pro travel photographer picks the 7 Prime Day 2026 photography deals actually worth buying, from the GoPro HERO13 to memory cards, plus what to skip. Read More...
I'm a pro travel photographer who's shot the same cards for years. Here's how to choose the right SD or CFexpress card for your camera, by format and budget. Read More...
A travel photographer's picks for 2026: 8 ND filters tested across Iceland, Scotland and California, with one Quick Verdict buy and a buy-this-if scenario table. Read More...
build my own editing PCs and edit photos daily. My picks for the best desktop computer for photo editing in 2026, across Mac, Windows and every budget. Read More...
How I designed and furnished my home photography office from scratch. Desk, chair, monitor, lighting, camera storage, and all the details a photographer needs. Read More...
I've tested seven photography bean bags on safari and in the field. Here are my picks at every price point, plus what to fill them with and how to choose. Read More...
After 10 years using Peak Design straps across three continents (and one fox attack), here's my review of every strap they make, with comparison table. Read More...
A detailed review of the Peak Design Travel Tripod based on months of real world testing by a professional photographer Read More...
A detailed guide to the best photography bean bags for safari. What to look for, what's important, and our picks of the best options Read More...
A detailed review of the Vallerret Winter Photography Clothing Base layers including their merino wool tee and jersey Read More...
A photographer's guide to the best monitors for photo editing in 2026. Covers IPS, OLED, and mini-LED picks at every budget, plus what specs actually matter. Read More...
I've tested every major photo backup service while protecting my 10TB+ library. Here are my ranked picks for cloud backup, local storage, and phone photos. Read More...
Professional photographer's guide to choosing a safari camera across every budget. Tested on safaris in Kenya, Uganda and beyond. Updated for 2026. Read More...
Guide to winter photography gloves. What to look for as well as a review of the popular Vallerret Markhof and Milford photography gloves Read More...
A guide to where to sell used cameras, as well as used lenses and other photography gear. All the options plus tips on selling used equipment Read More...
A pro travel photographer's take on the Canon EOS R5 in 2026: still worth buying now it's discounted and discontinued, plus how it compares to the R5 Mark II. Read More...
A review of the Vanguard VEO 3T+ 264CB travel tripod. Everything you need to know to decide if this carbon fibre travel tripod is for you! Read More...
A detailed review of the Vanguard VEO 3+ 263AB Tripod Review. Key features, what's good about the tripod and who it's for. Read More...
I've been a professional photographer for over 15 years. Here are my tested picks for the best bridge cameras in 2026, including the new Sony RX10 V. Read More...
A detailed review of the Vanguard VEO 2 Go 265HCBM carbon fibre travel tripod. Covers all the features of the tripod plus thoughts on real world use. Read More...
A detailed guide to buying used cameras and camera gear. Includes what to look out for when buying used cameras, as well as where to buy used cameras Read More...
I've shot with action cameras since 2014. My 2026 picks compare GoPro, DJI, Insta360 and the new Mission 1 on video, stills and price to find your best buy. Read More...
Our pick of the best lightweight cameras for hiking and backpacking, from 53g ultralight action cams to weather-sealed mirrorless and full-frame compacts. Read More...
I've edited professionally for 15+ years, mostly on my own laptop. My picks for the best photo editing laptops in 2026, for Mac, Windows and any budget. Read More...
A professional photographer's gift guide, from $10 accessories to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, with the best pick for every budget and every skill level. Read More...
A professional travel photographer's picks of the best travel lenses for Canon, Sony, Nikon, Fujifilm and Micro Four Thirds, with options for every budget. Read More...
I've flown a drone on trips for years. Here are the accessories worth buying for a new drone, which ones fit any model, and how to pack batteries and fly legally. Read More...
Detailed Vanguard VEO 2 265 tripod review from a travel photographer's perspective, with information on what's new in the latest line of travel tripods from Vanguard Read More...
I A guide to what a Neutral Density or ND Filter is, why & when you would want to use one in photography, + a round up of some of the best ND Filters. Read More...
I've shot in 40+ countries as a pro travel photographer. Here's the best travel camera in 2026 at every budget, from phone to full-frame mirrorless. Read More...
Review of the Vanguard VEO range of photography accessories including the VEO Aluminium and Carbon Fibre Tripods, plus the VEO bags. Read More...
Reasons Why You Need a Tripod for Photography, from long exposures to landscapes, plus tips on what to look for when buying a tripod. Read More...
The camera kit I've actually carried as a working travel photographer for over a decade. Bodies, lenses, bags, tripods, plus how I pack them on real trips. Read More...
