Nicklaus Walter is the Founder, writer, and photographer of Decaf Journal. You can find his photography portfolio here: www.nicklauswalter.com
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With this new epiphany, I decided to seek out the Nikon Coolpix S600 to see if I'm just looking back at the past through rose colored glasses, or if there actually is something special about those older compact point and shoot cameras.
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It makes shooting film on a consistent basis a more sustainable endeavor once again. Yet, this begs the question. Does it offer budget results or can it also be used for more serious, professional work? Are we simply sacrificing image quality for a more affordable price point?
style
The Nike SB Zoom Janoski OG+ is reminiscent of the classic Sperry Top Sider boat shoes, but these sneakers are nicer to look at, feel comfier to wear, and are certainly more fun.
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I'm a sucker for great design, and the Kodak Ektar H35 has it in spades. It just looks really beautiful especially with the faux leather contrasted with a classic silver top finish. The body is conveniently pocketable in a jacket which is how I usually carried mine.
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Uji and Nara offer something different from other cities in Japan that make them standout destinations. They're more inherently relaxed, which can be a refreshing change of pace from the busy tourist hotspots in Osaka and Kyoto.
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From the traditional teahouse lined streets to the bustling and modern downtown core, there's a satisfying variety of things to see and do. Kyoto has a unique signature and cultural significance that quickly becomes apparent from the moment that you step onto one of its many historic landmarks.
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It took me a few days to find my footing in Osaka, but after I started to get a sense of the culture and the rhythm of the city, I was admittedly sad to leave. If there's something you're into, you can likely find it here.
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We're now seeing smartphone manufacturers incorporate a one inch sensor in their cameras as well, which only narrows the technological gap even further. The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 III provides a far more rewarding user experience however.
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I must confess that I even stopped using Fujifilm's legendary film simulations in favor of The Classic Presets. Fujifilm's offering has its own beauty and appeal, but these presets seem more accurate to me based on past experience with film.
style
The most compelling reason to own the New Balance 580 is for its utility. It's a shoe for off duty models and discriminating designers alike.
photography
The quality of light that the Photek Softlighter Umbrella produces is excellent, and only beaten by substantially more expensive modifiers such as offerings from Elinchrom or Broncolor. The Softlighter will get you 90% of what they will offer at a fraction of the price.
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I can't recall a time when it hasn't delivered exceptional results for the type of photography that I do. Yet with all the advancements of the latest mirrorless technology, does it still makes sense to use such an outdated camera body?