Category Archives: Reviews

Fujifilm X-T1 vs. Olympus OM-D E-M1 vs. Sony A7

Posted on April 2, 2014 by Rey

You’ve decided you want mirrorless.  Sick of lugging the sack-of-potatoes camera and lens kit around, you’ve read (maybe even here at 2 Guys Photo) that despite a few compromises (battery life and focus tracking being chief among them), you really … Continue reading →

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Disney heats up with “Frozen”

Posted on January 29, 2014 by Rey

I’m a sucker for Disney’s animated musicals.  Not that I grew up on them mind you.  As a child of the ’60s, Disney’s best days were behind them.  And on the rare occasions that I had a chance to see … Continue reading →

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Mirrorless Cameras: Early 2014 State of the State

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Rey

Here at 2 Guys Photo, we like our cameras small.  Having moved on from (despite the occasional reunion) larger DSLR cameras, we enjoy the freedom, flexibility and chiropractic benefits that accrue from toting much smaller kits.  And because we’re not … Continue reading →

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The Fujifilm X-E1 is The One

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Rey

I wanted to like the Fujifilm X-Pro 1 (see my review here).  I really did.  The fit and finish.  The metallic heft.  The reminiscent styling.  And the new x-trans sensor mojo with image quality rivaling bigger sensor systems.  They were … Continue reading →

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The 2 Guys Gadget Gift-Giving Guide

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Ed Spadoni

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year”… especially if you or someone on your shopping list is a photographer. The possibilities are endless, and frankly overwhelming. But fear not! The Guys are here, with our recommendations for the absolute … Continue reading →

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Olympus OM-D E-M5 User Report

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Rey

Here at 2 Guys Photo, cameras come and go.  Most of them do the trick, are as advertised, get the job done.  The reviews I write typically reflect that sentiment.  Occasionally, the cameras I use are especially good.  Sometimes they … Continue reading →

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Perfect Picture School of Photography by Janet McQueen

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Ed Spadoni

Janet McQueen first introduced us to this valuable learning resource for photographers in her interview as our most recent Featured Photographer.  Janet is back today as a guest contributor to 2 Guys Photo to tell us more… * * * … Continue reading →

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The Nikon P500: Can the do-it-all monster zoom actually… do it all?

Posted on July 31, 2011 by 2guysphoto

Before I get into this, let me get a few things off my chest first.  I’ve fallen for the Fujifilm X100.  Heart 1, head zip.  I’ve written about this passion, ok… obsession… on a few occasions (see here, here and … Continue reading →

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Do you Zazzle?

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Ed Spadoni

Kara Stewart, photographer, artist and friend of 2 Guys, told me about “Zazzle” recently.  You may ask, what the heck is Zazzle?  So did I.  Read on for an explanation by Kara and her experiences : So what exactly is … Continue reading →

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Why I love, hate, love, hate, love… the X100

Posted on May 21, 2011 by 2guysphoto

The Fujifilm X100 (manufacturer’s propaganda here), since the moment of its announcement through to its much delayed availability, has been one of if not the most hotly anticipated digital cameras of the digital age.  What’s all the fuss about?  Well, the … Continue reading →

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These are a few of my favorite things…

Posted on March 15, 2011 by 2guysphoto

OK, so 2 Guys Photo isn’t exactly a site for diehard gear heads.  But I’m constantly being asked questions regarding which photo-related equipment I recommend.  Sometimes that question is as general as: “I want to get a cheap point and … Continue reading →

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Something just for Landscape Photographers

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Ed Spadoni

Here are two resources I wanted to share with those of you who enjoy making outdoor photographs of stunning vistas and memorable scenes. I just learned of a new online magazine that is all about landscape photography, is beautifully produced, … Continue reading →

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My Quick Take: the E-PL2 vs. the GF2

Posted on February 25, 2011 by 2guysphoto

In the three-part series on my transition from a full DSLR kit toward a micro four-thirds set-up, particularly in Part 3, I commented that my experience had been mostly a favorable one.  But, there was one troubling annoyance that I … Continue reading →

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Why I’m Big on Small – Part 3 of 3

Posted on February 20, 2011 by 2guysphoto

This post concludes the three part series on my transition away from my normal Nikon digital SLR kit and toward the smaller and lighter micro four-thirds system.  Part 1 contained the background and Part 2 the rationale for the switch. … Continue reading →

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Why I’m Big on Small – Part 2 of 3

Posted on February 2, 2011 by 2guysphoto

In my last post (click here), I declared that I had moved away from my traditional Nikon DSLR rig and into the micro-4/3 realm.  This was not, I implied, a toe dip… rather, it was a full on belly flop. … Continue reading →

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Why I’m Big on Small – Part 1 of 3

Posted on February 1, 2011 by 2guysphoto

When new “standards” emerge with a goal of toppling existing ones, it’s usually a long and difficult climb for the upstart.  Just ask Sony (Betamax in the mid ’70s, Digital Audio Tape in the mid ’80s, the Minidisc in the … Continue reading →

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How to up your photography game in 200 easy steps

Posted on January 22, 2011 by 2guysphoto

I picked up this book based on all the rave reviews I’d read and gave it a look. The reviews are well founded – Scott Kelby has collected in this volume a boatload of useful photography tips ranging from the most fundamental (“Getting … Continue reading →

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