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Welcome to this little dark obscure corner of the internet, my blog. I write about things that I am passionate about, and provide information on a range of topics including hiking, wild camping, photography, filmmaking and more.
K&F Concept 4K Trail Camera Video Review
A video review of the K and F Concept 4K trail camera with sample video and pictures. This is a small, robust, waterproof and cheap wildlife trail camera capable of recording high-resolution daylight footage and 1080p IR night vision footage.
Sony 200-600mm Landscape Photography Video
A video talking about shooting landscape photography with a Sony 200-600mm lens and some cherry bakewells.
My 3 Month No BS weight loss program
How I lost 22kg in 3 months with my no-BS diet and workout plan. Fasting, weights, Wendler 531, carnivore, egg porridge, and everything from next dimension head exploding smelling salts to a disastrous lack of chicken and mushroom pot noodles.
Samyang 12mm f2.8 Lens Video Review - Sony FE
Please click this to take a look at my wangle. To be specific, it’s an ultra-wangle, but don’t let that bother you. This is a Samyang 12mm f2.8 lens video review.
Sanka… ya dead man? March 2023
Feel the rhythm, feel the rhyme, get on up, it’s “George Orwell, 4 punctures, bratwurst, cold plunge, silly lens and tortoise” time…
Snowdonia National Park Video - Part 2
A collection of hiking and wild camping videos from Snowdonia National Park, with no talking or music.
Why the f do I own this? The Sigma 50mm f1.4 DG
Why the F do I own this? The Sigma 50mm f1.4 DG Art lens review.
DJI Ronin SC Timelapse, Motionlapse, Hyperlapse Tutorial
How to create a timelapse with the DJI Ronin SC gimbal.
Slider timelapse video with a GVM GT-60D motorized camera slider
Creating slider timelapse video with a GVM GT-60D motorized camera slider.
Kelso Stock Footage
Kelos is located at the confluence of the Rivers Tweed and Teviot, and has a rich history that is steeped in the traditions of the Scottish people. Kelso stock footage includes Kelso Bridge, Kelso Abbey, and Kelso Town Hall and Square, which serve as testament to the town's storied past.
Benro Tortoise 35C Tripod Review - With GX35 Ball Head
I swapped my Manfrotto for a tortoise! The Benro Tortoise 35C, so here’s a thrilling tripod review to go with it. #Tortoise
Sony 200-600mm Lens - An Absolute Beast!
Sony 200-600mm Lens - An Absolute Beast!
The Sony 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS lens is a versatile and high-performance zoom lens designed for Sony E-mount cameras.
Are you a birder? If so, you’ll know all about it already.
Are you a crusty old veteran cameraman who wants to know a little more about this beast? Read on…!
Sony 20mm f1.8 FE Lens
Talking about the Sony 20mm f1.8 lens, my main lens for capturing landscape timelapse sequences with a Sony A7iii.
Hiking 20 Miles Along the Severn Way
Hiking 20 miles along the Severn Way from Bewdley to Bridgnorth on the River Severn.
Sony 16-35mm f4 Zeiss Lens
The Sony 16-35mm f4 Zeiss lens is definitely a favourite of mine. It’s one of my most used lenses on my Sony A7iii, and it has accompanied me on many a hike up into the mountains. A lot of my videos over on YouTube have used this lens a lot in their creation, like this one, Winter Camping in Snowdonia.
I took a Sony A7riii and the 16-35mm Zeiss up into the snowy winter mountains of Snowdonia for a couple of days. Hopefully, it’ll give you a bit of a feel for the type of shot that is achievable.
Samyang 12mm f2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye Lens
I’ve been able to try using this wonderful little 12mm f2.8 fisheye lens from Samyang.
The Samyang 12mm f2.8 is a little gem, and can be picked up for just a few hundred quid.
Sony A7iii
What the heck am I still doing with this old camera?
The Sony a7iii is a full-frame mirrorless camera that was released in early 2018 as a successor to the popular Sony a7 II. It was aimed at photography enthusiasts and professionals who want a versatile camera that can handle a wide range of shooting scenarios.
I still use it now, in 2023. In fact, I own two of them, they’re brilliant, and still very much available for purchase.
Villa Park - Exclusive Footage of Aston Villa Football Club
The exclusive collection of Aston Villa stock footage has been ramped up to epic proportions. I can hear the Holte End singing now…
10 Popular Lenses For Sony Alpha Cameras
Sony Alpha cameras use the E-mount and FE-mount lens systems, which provide a wide range of lens options for photographers and videographers of all levels.
Here’s a list of 10 of my favourite FE lenses…
Hiking and Wild Camping in Snowdonia National Park - A Compilation
A 1 hour 20 minute video compilation hiking some of the best walking routes and mountains in Snowdonia National Park. Wild camping on some of the mountains, and just passing through some of the others.
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