My First Outing with the Canon EOS R5: A Morning on Watership Down

Red Kite over Watership Down near Newbury. Explore more of my photography at https://fineartpics.co.uk

There’s something uniquely special about the first outing with a new camera. It’s a mix of excitement, curiosity, and a touch of nervousness as you learn its quirks and capabilities. For me, that outing took place on my favourite stomping ground: Watership Down. On a cool, slightly cloudy morning, I set out with my Canon … Read more

A Day Trip to the North Norfolk Railway: 10 Reasons Why the Canon EOS 5DS R is Still a Fantastic Camera in 2024

Canon EOS 5DS R There’s something deeply nostalgic about a day trip to the North Norfolk Railway, a stretch of heritage line that breathes life into the golden era of steam. The rhythmic clatter of the tracks, the hiss of steam, and the evocative smell of coal burning all transport you back in time. As … Read more

Photographing Grey Seals at Horsey Gap: Best Times & Tips

Photographing grey seals at Horsey Gap is one of the most rewarding wildlife photography experiences in the UK. Set along the quiet Norfolk coastline, this stretch of beach is home to one of the country’s most accessible and photogenic seal colonies. On a warm day in late June, I set out with the simple goal … Read more