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Fujifilm GFX100S 6-Month Review
In this post, I’ll share my experience of using the Fujifilm GFX100S (100S) for six months, on trips all around China and in regular everyday…
ByfcracerNov 24, 2021Leica M11 Review: Bridge to the Future
In a recent post, I shared my experience of going on a Leica Journey, starting with the Leica Q and then moving to the Leica…
ByfcracerMar 5, 2022Capture One Image Workflow
A simple Capture One Pro workflow Updated on January 30, 2020 for Capture One Pro 20; the original post appeared on September 28, 2018. I…
ByfcracerJan 30, 2020
Leica Journey: Unexpected and Educational
When I started my photography journey in 2016, Leica was this mythical and mysterious thing, far out of reach, and of no concern for a…
ByfcracerJan 14, 2022
Medium Format Travel Camera
Love at first sight Some things in life just feel right, from the very first moment you lay your eyes on them. In my first…
ByfcracerDec 14, 2018Fujinon GF100-200 Review
I’m surprised to be writing this review of the GF100-200mmF5.6 R LM OIS WR lens because I had no intention of buying this lens. Given…
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Shanghai, China, Circa 2016
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PSA: Defective Sony Tough SD Cards
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China HK City, Hong Kong
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Amazing Nepal Hiking Videos
I recently helped my partner out with selecting which gear to take on his Nepal hiking adventure. He planned for months on which route to…
ByfcracerJun 11, 2023
Hong Kong is Back!
This post is long overdue, but I think it’s still important to share this with my readers because I’d love to see you come to…
ByfcracerJun 4, 2023
Dirac Live Review – Digital Room Correction for Everyone
I’ve been into enjoying audio my whole life. One of my first memories as a child was seeing my older brother carefully placing the needle…
ByfcracerApr 15, 2023
NAD C3050 LE Review
Every once in a while, a product comes along that captures my heart. It’s something that I don’t need, but it quickly becomes something that…
ByfcracerMar 15, 2023
Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
Ubud is a town located in the heart of Bali, Indonesia. It is known for its beautiful and lush greenery, cultural heritage and spiritual vibes.…
ByfcracerMar 8, 2023
Canggu, Bali, Indonesia
Bali is an Indonesian island that’s located in the westernmost end of the Lesser Sunda Islands. It’s a popular travel destination known for its beautiful…
ByfcracerFeb 24, 2023
Fujifilm X-T5 Review Follow-up
I recently published a First Impressions Review of the Fujifilm X-T5 after conducting extensive controlled testing and taking it on a short trip to Vancouver,…
ByfcracerJan 17, 2023
Metal Square Lens Hoods for Fujifilm XF Lenses
In this post, I’ll provide links on where you can buy OEM functioning metal square lens hoods for the latest Fujifilm Fujinon lenses like the…
ByfcracerJan 14, 2023
Visiting China in 2023 – What to Expect
With the recent (and long awaited) reopening of China to the world, I hope there will be a flood of tourists coming back to this…
ByfcracerJan 11, 2023
Milan, Italy, 2022
For the final post in our Italy 2022 journey, we had a two night sleepover in Milan. In 2019, we stayed at the incredible Hotel…
ByfcracerJan 9, 2023
Venice, Italy, 2022
During our two weeks in Italy, we attended a wedding in Tuscany, spent a few nights at the stunning Argiano Dimore Winery in Montalcino, wandered…
ByfcracerJan 4, 2023
Rome, Italy, 2022
After our stops in Tuscany at Argiano Dimore and Florence, we made our way over to Rome. Since I had already gone to Rome in…
ByfcracerDec 29, 2022
Florence, Italy, 2022
After our excellent experience at Argiano Dimore in Tuscany, we hired a driver to take us to Florence. In 2019, I visited Florence and so…
ByfcracerDec 23, 2022
Pienza, Tuscany, Italy, 2022
While staying at Argiano Dimore, we took a few day trips to Pienza and Montalcino. Pienza, often called the “prettiest town in the world” is…
ByfcracerDec 14, 2022
Argiano Dimore, Tuscany, Italy, 2022
After so many posts about photography gear, it’s time to shift gears and focus on some travel images again. When the borders reopened in Mainland…
ByfcracerDec 11, 2022
Fujifilm X-T5 First Impressions Review
When the Fujifilm X-T5 was announced, I was super excited, but skeptical. It ticked all the right boxes with improvements in the things I didn’t…
ByfcracerDec 9, 2022