Nature Unraveled in Images

A voyage through nature, one frame at a time.

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• Z7 / P900 / EM5m2 Long Range compare - Comparing Long Range Photos In this test, I grabbed a few camera / lens combos and took photos of a tree top that is 77m / 253 ft from my backyard (as measured by a Leica Rangemaster 2400-R). Alphabetically by camera make and model, they … Continue readingZ7 / P900 / EM5m2 Long Range compare
• Canon EOS-R bird photography - I had the opportunity to use an EOS-R with the 500mm f/4 IS ii for a few days. I’m normally a Nikon shooter, so it took a bit to get back up to speed on the Canon interface, but I think I got the hang … Continue readingCanon EOS-R bird photography
• Nikon Z7 First Impressions - The Z7 arrived today with F mount adapter, so I took a few photos and have a few observations. This is not a thorough or scientific review, I am just sharing some experiences with it. Ergonomically, the camera is petite and light. I find it … Continue readingNikon Z7 First Impressions
• The White-Tailed Kites of Santa Cruz - In July of 2018, I was in the Natural Bridges State Park and noticed some raptors up in the giant Eucalyptus trees — the white-tailed kites. All of these photos, and more, are available on the White-Tailed Kite gallery page. All these photos are from … Continue readingThe White-Tailed Kites of Santa Cruz
• Zeiss Terra ED 8×32 - I’m on a search for an 8×32 binocular, so I am reviewing the candidates in the field. My main comparisons are the Leica Ultravid BR 8×20 or Swarovski 8.5×42 FPro (yes, those are way more expensive than this pair). I really like the handling and … Continue readingZeiss Terra ED 8×32
• Close focus binoculars - How close is close?  I think under 5′ (1.5m), though the best are under 3.3′ (1m).  Here is a list!  It is not yet complete, and I have not translated all the distances and weights to metric.  The table will eventually be sorted by close … Continue readingClose focus binoculars
• Opticron Traveller BGA WP 8×32 Review - I’m on a search for an 8×32 binocular, so I am reviewing the candidates in the field. My main comparisons are the Leica Ultravid BR 8×20 or Swarovski 8.5×42 FPro (yes, those are way more expensive than this pair). If this review reads quite a … Continue readingOpticron Traveller BGA WP 8×32 Review
• Reviewing Binoculars - What I have found after handling many binoculars of the same general type — like in my reviews of 8x32s — is that the ergonomics makes a huge difference.  By ergonomics, I mean how it fits in your and and how it fits in your … Continue readingReviewing Binoculars
• Vanguard Endeavor ED II 8×32 Review - I’m on a search for an 8×32 binocular, so I am reviewing the candidates in the field. My main comparisons are the Leica Ultravid BR 8×20 or Swarovski 8.5×42 FPro (yes, those are way more expensive than this pair). I really like the handling and … Continue readingVanguard Endeavor ED II 8×32 Review
• Nikon Monarch 7 8×30 Review - This is a review of the Nikon Monarch 7 8×30 binocular, which you can purchase at B&H or Amazon. I’m on a search for an 8×32 binocular, so I am reviewing the candidates in the field. My main comparisons are the Leica Ultravid BR 8×20 … Continue readingNikon Monarch 7 8×30 Review

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