Journal
Notes from
the road.
The long version of the trips, the gear I keep changing my mind about, and what I'm learning as I go.
Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F/2.8-4.8 R LM WR - Review
The Fujifilm XF 16-50mm F/2.8-4.8 R LM WR is the best kit lens I've ever owned — small, fast-focusing, sharp, and weather-sealed. After four months and a lot of shots across street, portraits, and travel, here's my full review of it before I move on to a new system.
Fujifilm XF 23mm F/1.4 R LM WR - Review
After five years shooting Fujifilm, the XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR might be the best lens I've ever owned — and I'm reviewing it on the exact day I'm switching systems. Build quality, sharpness, bokeh, and whether it's still worth it used.
Nikon Zf - First Impressions and Fujifilm X-T5 Comparison
I finally caved and bought the Nikon Zf after years of gravitating back to Fujifilm — here's how the build, handling, and new Picture Control recipes actually stack up against my X-T5.
The Beginner's Guide to Better Travel Photos: 7 Tips That Actually Wo
Ever gotten home from a trip and thought your photos looked way better in person? Here are 7 simple but powerful travel photography tips - covering composition, light, storytelling, camera settings, gear, and editing - that actually make a difference, even if you're just starting out.
🎒 TomToc Aviator-T33 Sling (3.5L) – A Surprisingly Capable Everyday Sling Bag
The TomToc Aviator-T33 Sling (3.5L) has quietly become my everyday bag — daily carry, camera gear, even a Switch if I push it. Here's what fits, how it holds up, and whether it's worth the price.
How to Master Light in Photography While Travelling – Daytime
Harsh midday sun, golden hour, cloudy skies, blue hour — here's how I approach each lighting condition while travelling so you come home with better photos, no matter what the sky throws at you.
How Expensive is Japan Really? My 2 Weeks Travel Cost Breakdown
Two weeks in Japan, broken down euro by euro — flights, food, hotels, transport, souvenirs, and all the sneaky extra costs, plus a simple budget table so you know what to expect no matter how you want to travel.
14 Days in Japan: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka & Beyond – My First Big Travel Adventure
Two weeks, five cities, and way too little sleep — my first-ever trip to Japan through Tokyo, Yamanouchi, Kyoto, Osaka, and back again. It was awesome, exhausting, and I already want to go back.
How to Create the Perfect Travel Itinerary: A Practical Guide
Planning a trip can feel overwhelming — so here's my step-by-step approach to building the perfect travel itinerary, from defining your travel style to picking the right accommodation, so you can plan with confidence instead of guesswork.
Introduction: Making the Switch from Fuji to Sony
If you've already seen my latest YouTube video, you'll know I've recently made the exciting switch from Fujifilm to Sony. In this post, I'll dive a bit deeper into my photography gear setup, talk about why I made this switch, and reveal everything I'll carry with me on my future adventures.