Ivor Rackham

United Kingdom

Photographer and Writer at Freelance

Professional #photographer and #writer. Website building, guitar strumming, family-loving man. All opinions are my own. Very occasional tweets.

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Articles

What's All the Noise About? Why Should Your ISO Setting Still Matter to You?

4 days ago | fstoppers.com | Ivor Rackham

Increasing the ISO for low-light photography has recently become less of an issue for various reasons. Nevertheless, if you want to capture action, you should understand it to achieve better photos. Improvements in image stabilization have partially made increasing the ISO less necessary in some circumstances. Then, sensor technology has vastly improved image quality at higher ISOs. In addition, the superior noise reduction in several programs makes low-light photography far more accessible.
Maono's PD300 X Dynamic Microphone and Boom Arm: Great Quality and a Budget Price

5 days ago | fstoppers.com | Ivor Rackham

Increasingly, I am running presentations or attending Microsoft Teams meetings from my desk. Therefore, it became time to improve the sound setup at my workstation. Maono is a respected name in the field of microphones, and so their PD300X seemed a great choice for me, but how did it fare? Although I sometimes produce short videos for these reviews—what’s the point of reviewing a microphone if you cannot hear what it sounds like—I don’t consider myself a YouTuber.
Which Neewer Panel Light Would You Choose?

2 weeks ago | fstoppers.com | Ivor Rackham

Neewer has released two new panel lights. Perfect for video and great for photography too, these powerful yet affordable arrays have slightly different functions and open up a host of creative possibilities. If you were seeking this kind of lighting, which would you choose? You may have noticed that I have been enamored with Neewer gear. The reason is that I’ve been delving into using more studio lighting—not just for photography—and they produce some great gear at reasonable prices.
The Falcam TreeRoot Quick Lock Pro: Because Your Camera's Worth It

2 weeks ago | fstoppers.com | Ivor Rackham

There are dozens of tripods on the market, and each has its advantages and disadvantages. None are suitable for every circumstance. The new model from Falcam TreeRoot, the Quick Lock Pro R240T, has a very specific use, and I put it through its paces to find out whether I need one. This is probably the sturdiest tripod I have used, but with its rigidity, there is a payoff. Despite its carbon fiber construction, this is no lightweight. Also, it costs more than many on the market.
Maono Wave T5 Lavelier Mic: A Sound Investment

3 weeks ago | fstoppers.com | Ivor Rackham

If you’ve ever watched a YouTube video or taken part in a Zoom meeting, you will know that sound quality is usually more important than any other factor. With this in mind, I put the new Maono Wave T5 wireless lavalier mics through their paces. When I was young, I reveled in the perfect sound produced by my hi-fi. Now I have moderate hearing loss.
What the F Again? Dive Deeper Into Your Camera's Aperture.

3 weeks ago | fstoppers.com | Ivor Rackham

In my previous article, I wrote about the basics of aperture. Once you have got to grips with that, there is more information that's really useful to know. Like my first article, I have been simplistic when explaining the different aspects below. Yes, I could delve much deeper by providing the formula for calculating the depth of field, or include what little I know about quantum mechanics, but that is unnecessary. This is a brief outline aimed at novice photographers.
What the F? How to Find the Right Apertures For Better Photos: Part One

1 month ago | fstoppers.com | Ivor Rackham

There is more to know about aperture than many realize. There is also some hogwash spouted by some. So, by getting to grips with more than the fundamentals, one can more precisely control how your photographs look. Recently, I wrote an article about shutter speed and how it affects the overall look of an image. It raised questions about the aperture that I hope to answer here, along with some other aspects of it that we should consider with our photography.
Everything Is About to Change: Why This Drone Will Make Photographers Redundant

1 month ago | fstoppers.com | Ivor Rackham

Forget AI-generated images like the one above. A leaked video on the dark web has revealed a fully automated, intelligent drone that does away with photographers. My pal Steve is a detective who specializes in the dark web. Much of what he does is confidential, but he sometimes shares with me things that he thinks I will find interesting. Last week, he sent me a leaked research video from Japan that was fascinating and a bit scary at the same time.
Everything Is About to Change: Why This Drone Will Make Photographers Redundant

1 month ago | flipboard.com | Ivor Rackham

3 hours ago“I want to awaken a sense of reverence,” says photographer Gleeson Paulino of his solo show Echoes of the Amazon. “A reminder that we are not separate from nature, but a part of it; a call to remember, to respect, and to reconnect.” Paulino’s evocative photography explores the cultural, social and …
Don’t Buy a Camera With These Features

1 month ago | fstoppers.com | Ivor Rackham

Technology has come a long way over the last ten years, and it makes photography easier. There are features beyond the basic exposure settings that every interchangeable lens or bridge camera should have and others that should be consigned to the bin. Here are some considerations to avoid disappointment. This article is mainly aimed at first-time buyers of cameras who, understandably, look for budget and second-hand models.