Long lens photography from the plane – how it works?

Himalaya as seen from the plane

I really like to snap remote objects and mountain outlines. Especially since I got the new telephoto lens –  Nikon AF-S Nikkor 55-300mm f4.5-5.6 ED VR. Covering the distant sights from the ground is not only one option, but that may also give you a lot of positive feelings. You can also enjoy a much … Read more

Brief look on Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 EX DG Macro lens

Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 for Nikon

When I gave the Nikkor 18-105mm lens back to the CEX shop I decided to buy something different. Coming across many lenses and different producers I found one, tailor-made for me at first glance. I have ordered through the webuy.com website the used Sigma 17-70mm F2.8 – 4.5 Macro lenses. Unfortunately, the lens, that I … Read more

The summary of Nikon D5300

Here, in this short article, I would like to summarize my whole test, which I have been doing step by step for the last year. I bought my new DSLR camera D5300 over 12 months ago. As you may have noticed from time to time I used to share with you the facilities of this … Read more

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 55-300mm F4.5-5.6G ED VR is it worth?

Nikkor 55-300mm Ken Rockwell

The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR is a telephoto zoom lens designed to complete the 18-55mm kit zoom, that comes bundled with many Nikon DSLR cameras. In this article, I used some 18-55mm photo compilations to compare how it works all together in the 18-300mm range. The Nikkor 55-300mm VR lens features … Read more

Early spring in England

Bee at cherry blossom

Last winter in the UK was really mild. I haven’t seen snow at all. The temperature was hovering around 5-10 C deg. It incurred a faster vegetation period. Moreover during late march and early April temperatures in England were high, sometimes higher than 20 C deg. (Pic.1). Thanks to this we could enjoy a really … Read more

Using the AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II as a magnifying glass

The AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f3.5-5/6G VR II is a standard kit lens for many Nikon DSLR cameras. It contains 11 optical elements in 8 groups and 7 rounded diaphragm blades. The lens is also equipped with a Silent Vawe Motor, which provides smooth and quiet auto-focus, and a minimum focus to a distance of … Read more

How to make your place bright, when is completely dark?

Previously I wrote about night photography in the Nikon D5300, where I mentioned ISO sensitivity, long-time exposure, and exposure compensation. The Nikon D5300 gives you many options with exposure. Basically, you can take photos with 30sec time exposure, however, the camera is equipped with the Bulb mode, which allows you to make much longer exposures. … Read more

Nikon D5300 test 4 – The night photography facilities

Nikon D5300 at night

In one of the last tests of my camera, I would like to share with you the night photography possibilities in this tool. Night photography is very important especially during the time, when you are on a trip or you are facing some curious situation (e.g. weather, sport, etc), which is difficult to capture because … Read more

Happy New Year 2017 for everyone! (Wszystkiego Najlepszego w 2017 roku!)

Krosno Bialobrzegi fajerwerki

Best regards to everyone all around the World from my hometown Krosno! I would like to show you the best place in my small hometown, where you can see beautiful fireworks! This is Krosno – Białobrzegi district where the 337m (above sea level) beacon rises up above the town from the northeastern side. How to … Read more

How to capture a landscape from the middle of the plane?

Capturing image from the middle of the plane

Nowadays lots of people around the world have the opportunity to travel by plane. Someone who wants to seat just close to the window usually picks the proper place with an additional fee during the boarding pass. Some people may receive this place randomly, without an additional fee. Unfortunately, many people who fly quite often … Read more

Take a photo by Samsung Galaxy S5

Among the Nikon D5300 photography tests, I would like to insert the description of another “camera” – the Samsung Galaxy S5. Many smartphones are able to take good photos nowadays. The most up-to-date models may capture even better images than typical compact cameras! Samsung Galaxy S5 is capable of producing quite good photos. In my … Read more

Nikon D5300 the first impression

Nikon D5300

I have been taking photos for 10 years. Exactly 10 years and 5 days ago my mother bought me my first camera Canon Powershot A540. I was very, very happy. I use to use that model for over 5 years till November 2011, when finally the camera was down after 84,5k shoots. Sounds impressive, however, … Read more