Blog and Portfolio site providing the latest thoughts, product reviews, updates, and photography by freelance photographer Joe Dassaro of Murfreesboro, Tennessee


Father's Day Gifts Under $100

May 21, 2013
Recommended Gifts for the Photographer Dad Have a father in your life who is into photography? Maybe just at the beginner level or even advanced level? The following reco...
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Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.8G Lens

May 08, 2013
Another Top of the Line Nikkor In reviewing the Nikon 85mm 1.8G I was torn between a technical review versus a practical review. I will go out on a limb and provide a pra...
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Nikon AF-S 105mm f/2.8G Lens

May 04, 2013
Great for Portrait and Macro Work The Nikon AF-S 105mm f/2.8G lens is typical Nikon level pro glass- high quality glass, great dispersion elements, great build, dead on A...
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Nikon AF-S 50mm f/1.4G Lens

April 27, 2013
Ultimate Everything Nikon Lens I shoot all Nikon on a D300s body (DX), multiple speedlights (SB-700's and an SB-900), and the full array of Nikon pro glass. This lens is...
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Domke F-802 Reporter's Satchel

April 24, 2013
Another Domke Bag Lives Up to Expectations As I have written before in other reviews, and any photographer will attest, you will one day find yourself surrounded by many...
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Nikon 80-200 f/2.8D AF Zoom Lens

April 20, 2013
A Great Alternative (for most) to the Costlier Option This review is applicable to the Nikon 80-200 f2.8 (Nikon Model 1986) used in conjunction with a Nikon D300s and D70...
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The Legendary Domke F-1x

April 17, 2013
The Missing Link for the Domke F-2 As expected, the Domke F-1x follows the same tradition of quality design manufacturing and simplicity as other Domke bags. Having owned...
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FOR SALE: Lowepro Stealth Reporter D650 AW Camera Bag & Extras

April 11, 2013
As Professional as it Gets SOLD MINT CONDITION (used to store unused gear at home for about 18 months). Bag and compnents go for about $280 new. The bag alone goes for...
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Ciesta Flexible Camera Insert for Domke F-2

April 08, 2013
The Missing Link for the Domke F-2 I am a big fan of the legendary Domke camera bags. One of my favorite street shooting bags is the well known Domke F-2 Waxwear edition...
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Photography Class

April 07, 2013
Providing children photography classes is a great experience for both child and instructor. Children see the world differently than adults. Arming a child with a camera i...
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Thule Perspektiv SLR Daypack (TPDP-101)

April 02, 2013
Great Mobility Bag for the Adventurer I recently reviewed the Tenba Roadie II HDSLR/Video Backpack 638-333. Then I was able to review the Thule Perspektiv. The contrast i...
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Nikon & Amazon Lower Prices

March 30, 2013
Nikon Deals Set to Expire April 13, 2013 Amazon is now offering a total of 6% rewards back (new 4% plus previous 2%) AND Nikon Rebates (Canon and Sony deals also availabl...
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Arduro IPhone Screen Protector

March 29, 2013
Best Screen Protector Hands Down Simply stated, this is the best screen protector I have ever used and I have used protectors costing upwards of $15 each. I loved these s...
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Tenba Roadie II Camera / Video Backpack

March 28, 2013
Great Bag if You Have the Need As expected, the Tenba Roadie II follows the same quality tradition of design and manufacturing as other Tenba bags. Having owned a variety...
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Tenergy TN-160, a Solid Charger

March 22, 2013
No Need to Spend a Lot for a Quality Charger Note: Charger was used with Amazon Basics AA NiMH Precharged Rechargeable Batteries-8-Pack, 2000 mAh I purchased this prod...
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