Category Archives: Photography Articles & Videos

2013 Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM ART Review

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Editor AL

Picture: Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM ART – A Closer Look. The new Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC HSM ART was announced as the 2nd Sigma DC Lens to be re-branded under the Sigma Global Vision under the ART Line of … Continue reading →

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Photography Seminar with National Geographic Photographer Joe Riis

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Editor AL

Join National Geographic photographer, Joe Riis at LaSalle College of Arts on 7 Apr 2013 and learn more about nature and wildlife photography! This seminar is exclusively for young and aspiring photographers from 13-25 years old. Joe Riis is a … Continue reading →

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The Pentax WG-3 Adventure

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Editor AL

Our Sub-Editor Edward Tian reviews the Adventure-Proof PentaxWG-3 text: Allan Lee Pentax WG-3 Key Functions: – Waterproof, shockproof, crushproof, coldproof, dustproof – Backlit 16 megapixel CMOS sensor – New-generation Imaging Engine – PENTAX Sensor-Shift Shake Reduction system – Advanced GPS … Continue reading →

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eBay Beware – Online Cheat “a0922802596”

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Editor AL

This is part 4. I have created a new Category on this site for online cheats, so do check back often for updates and be protected. Especially Sellers from eBay. Online Cheat Profile: “Scott Kuo” eBay Seller ID: “a0922802596”. Real … Continue reading →

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3 Years is a Long Time – SJS Celebrates 3rd Year in Service.

Posted on March 1, 2013 by Editor AL

 Advocators of Carefree Photography Celebrates 3 years of photography. How time flies. Shutter Journey (Singapore) Photography Group or “SJS” is 3 years old today. Formed purely for the sake of having an independent photography group for community learning and sharing … Continue reading →

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Canon EOS World – Have You Joined?

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Editor AL
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Joby UltraFit Sling Strap

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Editor AL

Revolutionary camera strap line delivers comfort & performance for photographers! Joby brings breakthrough design expertise with a new ultra-comfortable camera strap line Joby is excited to announce the launch of its innovative line of comfortable, high-performance camera straps: the Joby … Continue reading →

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eBay Beware – Online Cheat “ambuslang”

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Editor AL

This is part 3. I have created a new Category on this site for online cheats, so do check back often for updates and be protected. Especially Sellers from eBay. Online Cheat Profile 2: eBay Seller ID: “ambuslang”. Real Name: … Continue reading →

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Pentax Q10 Comes to Singapore in 100 Colors!

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Editor AL

UPDATE: 02 March 2013. Hi All that placed orders with me. Please Note that the Q10 comes w the 5-15mm F2.8-4.5 zoom lens. Only the previous version Q-01 comes with 8.5mm F1.9. So if you need the prime, u need … Continue reading →

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Sigma DP3 Merrill – First to Review in Singapore!

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Editor AL

Picture: Sigma DP3 Merrill (left) & Sigma DP2 Merrill (Right back) Photo by Allan LEE February 2013 – The Sigma flagship compact sees a 3rd incarnation – the Sigma DP3 Merrill, which is more than just a cosmetic update as … Continue reading →

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Olympus TG-2 – Any Tougher?

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Editor AL

Picture: Both Olympus TG-1 & TG-2 were greeted by torrential rain at Cebu, Philippines. Photo by Allan LEE Most of you would have remembered my review on the Olympus’s flagship all-weather TOUGH TG-1. When Olympus told me about the replacement … Continue reading →

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Exclusive Visit – Pentax Plant, Philipppines

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Editor AL

Picture: Pentax Factory at Mactan Economic Zone 1, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu Province, Philipines. Photo by: Yu Ling. Getting Invited to a camera factory is like a Kid being given an All-Day Ticket to an Amusement Park. APDS, the local agent … Continue reading →

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Sigma 10mm F2.8 EX DC HSM Fisheye – Extreme Perspectives

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Editor AL

Many of my students once asked me. Is it worth to invest in a fisheye lens for an APS-C size camera body? If yes, which one? That was a tough question. That goes into the equation of costs versus picture … Continue reading →

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My Lowepro Diary (Part 2)

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Editor AL

my trusty companion in photography, the Lowepro Pro Roller X300. Working trip working trip. Time to pack again. We got invited to Pentax’s Factory in Cebu, Philippines by Mr. Shinichiro Kuroda (better known as Kuroda-san) for an exclusive tour of … Continue reading →

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Olympus Stylus XZ-2 vs XZ-1

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Editor AL

A while ago, most of you would have remembered our little adventure to Thailand (Not Honeymoon mind you) right after we finished our Wedding with just Olympus cameras. (You can read about the Olympus trip here, here & here) Among … Continue reading →

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Unexpected Access with Sigma 17-70mm 2013 Edition

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Editor AL

The Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM | C is the 1st Lens that is to be refreshed under the “C” category. The “C” simply stands for Contemporary, which is one of the 3 new line of lenses that … Continue reading →

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Olympus Stylus XZ-2 First Run – Featuring Guest Reviewer Terri Tan

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Editor AL

Picture: Terri Tan, Guest Reviewer, Olympus XZ-2 Photo by Yu Ling. My Brother-in-Law, Allan LEE – the Editor of this site who is a commercial photographer, a photography instructor & an avid photograhy gear review editor – is no doubt … Continue reading →

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The Versatile Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM MACRO

Posted on January 21, 2013 by Editor AL

Picture: The Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM MACRO on a Sony 230. Picture by Allan LEE. We would like to be honest about this. This is our 2nd Sigma 105mm Macro. We used to have the previous version … Continue reading →

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My Lowepro Diary (Part 1)

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Editor AL

my new companion in photography, the Lowepro Pro Roller X300. Photo: The Lowepro Pro Roller X300 arrives at my home. (Pardon the Photo Quality as this photo was shot with iPhone) As a photography instructor & commercial photographer, there are … Continue reading →

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ONE Thing We Agree On

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Editor AL

– ONE and iStockphoto Launch Zooppa Contest to fight global poverty Imagine if Batman and The Joker joined forces to eliminate extreme global poverty Singapore – Whether you’re a dog person or cat lover, a soccer or basketball fan, you’re … Continue reading →

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