top of page
Ciba Photo


Focus, Stack, Panic: A Photographer’s Recent Misadventures with the Nikon Z6III
I’ve always maintained that photography is 10% vision, 10% technique, and 80% troubleshooting. This past month has confirmed it. It began...
-
2 days ago2 min read
4 views
0 comments


Chasing Light in Monochrome
A Morning with the Nikon Z6III By Stephen W. Lang Black and white photography holds a certain kind of magic. It strips the world down to...
-
7 days ago2 min read
5 views
0 comments


Taming the 180-600mm beast on your Nikon Z6III
I knew the day would come. The day I gave in. The day the Nikon 180-600mm took hold of my dreams, my budget, and my biceps. And let’s be...
-
May 243 min read
1 view
0 comments


Just an ordinary day
What I love most about shooting sessions like this is the way each photo whispers something about the person in it. Some carve with...
-
May 181 min read
5 views
0 comments


Alex Headland Morning Surf
Nikon Z6 III Nikkor Z 180-600 f5.6-6.3 VR Sutter Priority 1/2500 Sec RAW Difficult lighting today. Directly into the sun. Yes, the sun!
-
May 131 min read
8 views
0 comments


First Shots Developed
A gray day So, a lot learned. Pleased the lens felt comfortable and natural. Annoying that I set the RAW compression too soft and LR...
-
May 101 min read
9 views
0 comments


Mastering the Nikon Z6III: The Ultimate Pre-Shoot Checklist
The Nikon Z6III is a powerhouse of a camera, blending advanced technology with user-friendly features. To harness its full potential,...
-
May 102 min read
14 views
0 comments


Mastering Surf Photography with the Nikon Z6III and 180-600mm Lens on Overcast Days
Capturing the dynamic energy of surfers against the backdrop of a moody, overcast sky presents both challenges and opportunities. With...
-
May 103 min read
8 views
0 comments


The Viltrox AF 35mm f1.8 On the Nikon Z6.3
The Viltrox AF 35mm f1.8 is a budget-friendly, full-frame prime lens designed for Nikon Z-mount cameras like your Nikon Z6III. It’s...
-
Apr 231 min read
4 views
0 comments


Why We Photographers Are Compelled to Buy the Next Camera (Even Though We Don’t Use Half the Features on the One We Have)
Marketing people might just be a little bit evil There comes a time in every photographer’s life when they look at their current...
-
Oct 24, 20243 min read
2 views
0 comments


Behind the Lens: Photographing Vera Blue at the Big Pineapple Festival
Ah, the Big Pineapple Festival. A melting pot of sunburned music lovers, questionable food choices, and the ultimate test of...
-
Oct 21, 20243 min read
25 views
0 comments


“The Street Photographer’s Dilemma: Should I Take the Shot or Get Punched?”
Ah, street photography—where you brave the wild concrete jungle, armed with nothing but a camera, a dream, and a slightly suspicious...
-
Oct 17, 20243 min read
6 views
0 comments


Happy Birthday Knobby!
Not really a photo/video gig but still a challenge! A few images from the very cool night we had. Thanks to all who made this a great! No...
-
Oct 16, 20241 min read
51 views
0 comments


Up at 04:15 AM for this?
Ghostly Birds 5996 × 3997 RGB ProPhoto RGB 24 mm Centre-weighted average f/20 Aperture priority 1/13th Flybys 4581 × 3054 RGB sRGB...
-
Oct 14, 20241 min read
11 views
0 comments


Developing RAW files for the simple, I mean, made simple!
So, you’ve taken some RAW photos—feeling professional now, right? RAW is the big leagues. You’ve got all the data from your camera, which...
-
Oct 13, 20244 min read
6 views
0 comments


The Market Photographer’s Battle: Stubborn Traders, Angry Lightroom, and the Curse of a New Camera
There’s nothing quite like the excitement of a bustling local market. The colours, the textures, the people… It’s a paradise for...
-
Oct 12, 20244 min read
17 views
0 comments


The Nikon Z 6III and the YouTube Rabbit Hole: How I Became an Expert on Settings I’ll Never Use
So, I finally did it. I got myself the brand-new Nikon Z 6III. I was ready to capture the world in stunning 24.5 megapixels, with all the...
-
Oct 11, 20243 min read
15 views
1 comment


The Great Camera Bag Debate: Finding the Perfect Bag for the Urban Shooter
Let’s face it—choosing a camera bag is like picking out a new partner. You want something reliable, stylish, and that won’t let you down...
-
Oct 9, 20243 min read
11 views
0 comments


Advanced Setup Guide for Professional Photos and Videos at Outdoor Events with a Nikon Z 6.x Series Camera
To capture high-quality, immersive images and videos at a large outdoor event, such as festivals or concerts featuring bands and dancing,...
-
Oct 8, 20244 min read
37 views
0 comments


Always set a goal
New camera? Lot’s to learn? Go take pictures with a goal in mind First pictures out of the Nikon Z6iii Hinterland, people, and focusing...
-
Oct 8, 20241 min read
5 views
0 comments
bottom of page