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Creating DIY Video Rigs with LEGOs

In this article I'm going over videography setups I made out of LEGOs...back in 2017. At the time it was a pretty decent option I had on-hand to accomplish what I needed with my video work. The main focus here is a video slide because I have a corresponding video I had made back then. However, at the end of the article I show photos of two different mounts I had made.  Check out the DIY slider video on YouTube: Fujifilm X100F Digital Camera:  ebay: https://ebay.us/Kgymlv   Used from KEH: https://tidd.ly/4o4KG3z B&H: https://bhpho.to/2GnW5Is   Amazon: https://amzn.to/2YPRdo0   As an affiliate of these shops, I earn from qualifying purchases! Usually anything within 24 hours of the initial visit.  The LEGO slider with a camera mounted on the cart and positioned on the track between four clamp lights. A camera slider is a piece of equipment that allows a camera to make a smooth sliding motion, usually horizontally, to create dynamic and professional-looki...

Trying out action camera quick releases, a super clamp, and a sling bag from STARTRC

The company STARTRC sent over some of their camera gear for me to try out and feature in a video. While I received these products at no cost, STARTRC had no input on the content of the video or this article and did not see anything before release.  The equipment is primarily focused on action cameras and includes a couple of quick-release mounts, a versatile metal clamp mount, and a compact sling-style bag. Check out the full overview video on YouTube:   Magnetic Quick Release Adapter (1/4" thread):  https://amzn.to/4nMXeMJ   Quick Release Adapter (GoPro mount):  https://amzn.to/4nlL7X7   Universal Sling Bag for Digital Cameras (fits Pocket series, Action camera):  https://amzn.to/4mFZrsH   Heavy-duty clamp:  https://amzn.to/4nQSy8M   As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases! Usually anything within 24 hours of the visit. It doesn't have to be the products I link.  Or check out their website directly (not affiliated)...

ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2026 Overview

I did receive a code for this version from their marketing agency, but they had no say in the content of this article and related video. I've been using this software for many years and will be going over the new features, as well as the functions I use in my day-to-day workflow. Check out the full ~24 minute video on YouTube:   I also have a live stream I did before creating the main video. There's a lot more use of the application in this longer video.  My affiliate link to ACDSee:  https://acdsystems.go2cloud.org/SH26   I potentially earn a commission per sale or 365 subscription from the use of that link.  Or visit their website directly:  https://www.acdsee.com/en/products/photo-studio-ultimate/   A screenshot of the main tabs of ACDSee PSU. Main Functions Overview On the top right of the interface, you'll find the main functions of the program: Manage: This is for managing your media files. Media: Provides a large list view of all the photos and...

Cosplay photography at Colossalcon North

I recently created a video from GoPro footage and photos I took at an impromptu trip to Colossalcon North in 2024, which is held at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells. It has been a while since I visited this hotel. The convention Daisho Con used this space for years, which I had gone to a few times. It was nice to check it out again!  Check out the video on YouTube : Nikon NIKKOR Z 40mm f/2 Lens:  B&H: https://bhpho.to/44vC6lK   Amazon: https://amzn.to/3JRxcWP   ebay: https://ebay.us/Z0U1fW   KEH Used: https://shrsl.com/4iqdk   Best Buy: https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/g10XaX   As an affiliate of these shops, I earn from qualifying purchases!  The weather was nice, which is the main reason I'll decide to go. Considering it was November in the northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin area, nice weather is a big factor for me. If it's snowing I'm going to pass.  The main lobby of the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells. My Photography Gear an...

Canon M6 Mark II with the Viltrox 33mm f1.4 lens Garden Photowalk

It's time for another photo walk. This one was actually done way back in 2022 when I was using the Canon M6 Mark II with the Viltrox 33mm f1.4 lens for the EF-M system. Sadly, all of this equipment is probably discontinued at this point, except for the Viltrox lens, but you might be able to find it used if you look around. Check out the main video on YouTube: Viltrox 33mm f/1.4 AF lens for Canon EF-M:  B&H: https://bhpho.to/3d3xicN   Amazon: https://amzn.to/37d2ohc   ebay: http://ebay.us/r5WK12   Canon M6 Mark II Digital Camera:  ebay: https://ebay.us/xelrMs   KEH: https://shrsl.com/2b3pp   Amazon: https://amzn.to/35UYV2G   As an affiliate of these shops, I earn from qualifying purchases! Usually anything within 24 hours of the initial visit.  Keep in mind that any italic text blocks are generated by Gemini Pro to provide context.  For this photo outing, I went to one of my favorite places, a beautiful Japanese-styled garden in the ...