WHERE HOWARD GOES

Travel photography and storytelling by Howard Cheng


Cameras

  • One shot that changed everything – good bye, full frame
    One shot that changed everything – good bye, full frame

    Until recently, my main workhorse cameras were the Leica Q3 and the Sony A7R IV, both full frame beasts shooting at a resolution of 60 megapixels. The Q3 was often my travel companion because of its compact size and its IP52 rating. I had brought the Q3 on various extreme trips from hiking on top…

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  • Yashica FX-D: Tempting, but logically it should be a “no”
    Yashica FX-D: Tempting, but logically it should be a “no”

    With modern cameras featuring super fast burst shooting, it is nice to be reminded once in a while to slow down – not least to avoid being in the position of going home after shooting with an unmanageable amount of photos to sift through and edit. It is for the reason of slowing down that,…

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  • Why I Parted Ways with My Leica Q3
    Why I Parted Ways with My Leica Q3

    When I first laid my hands on the Leica Q3, I was enamoured with the camera. The craftsmanship, the precision, and the iconic aesthetics, the enjoyment of the photography experience – it was everything I could dream of. For those unfamiliar, the Leica Q3 boasts a 28mm f/1.7 Summilux lens that promises unparalleled sharpness and…

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  • Does sensor size matter? Not as much as I thought
    Does sensor size matter? Not as much as I thought

    One of the biggest questions which is asked when buying cameras is about the sensor size. It matters, right?… right? Well – maybe yes, maybe no, maybe both. Having first shot with an APS-C sensor before moving onto full frame, then shooting with APS-C again, then full frame again, and then now Micro Four Thirds,…

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  • Why Using the Leica Q3 for Over a Year Made Me Realize It Could Be the Only Camera You Will Ever Need on Your Travels
    Why Using the Leica Q3 for Over a Year Made Me Realize It Could Be the Only Camera You Will Ever Need on Your Travels

    In the world of travel photography – or actually any photography, for that matter – the weight of your gear can make or break your experience. When I first started in freelance photojournalism, I often found myself burdened with a heavy camera bag crammed with multiple lenses, accessories, and other gadgets I thought were essential.…

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