by Varlin Duncan | Jan 28, 2026 | Photo Thoughts
varlinduncan. About Blog Portfolio Autumn Colours, Olympus OM-2N, 50mm f/1.4 A question many a photographer will encounter deep in the hobby is what gear to bring to a vacation? There are several schools of thought; a small mirrorless camera with a standard prime or...
by Varlin Duncan | May 8, 2025 | Photo Thoughts
Sony A7R IV – 55mm f/1.8 ZA – 1/320, f/5.6, ISO 100 Most of us have been carrying a smartphone in our pockets or purses for the past decade and a half, allowing us a portable camera to capture life’s moments. While we all have the ability to capture...
by Varlin Duncan | May 3, 2025 | Lenses
Is the Sony Zeiss 55mm f/1.8 ZA lens still worth it in 2025? In short: No for new, but yes for used (and cheap!). The physical build of the lens is impressive; an all metal barrel with a bit of reassuring weight at 280g. Of note is the lack of a weather sealing gasket...
by Varlin Duncan | Apr 10, 2025 | Lenses
When Sony first announced the 135mm F1.8 GM, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it until I saw the price. Years flew by until I found one on sale from Sony Australia’s ebay store being sold directly as ‘Sony Seconds’ which refers to a Sony...