Tuesday, September 17, 2024

NIKON Z8| EVENING SUN #nikonz8 #eveningsun #davinciresolve19


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I've been learning to use my Nikon Z8 camera in the past few days. At the same time, I've decided to download the latest Davinci Resolve from their main website. It's totally Free. And, it has all these tools and effects you can use to enhance your videos.

Though free, there are tons of free effects and color management, and it also looks professional. Luckily, I've used different video editing software and learned pretty quickly. Okay, they also have a good help manual and tutorials that you can use.


I'm also starting to take videos using Raw and N-Log settings. The problem is I have to take videos without color. It should be taken with the correct exposure too. Check out the video above edited with Davinci Resolve. There's also a #short version here

If you watched my video on my YouTube channel, make sure you like, share & subscribe. I would also like some feedback on it. Appreciate some comments or tips to improve it. I have no idea if people like the videos I have taken and edited using my other camera like the Nikon P950 or Nikon Zfc.


Positive feedback will provide the inspiration to make more videos. I've been trying cinematic videos and learning methods that I could use. Currently, I prefer making short videos. Not, the #short videos but videos that are only a few minutes long.  

You can check out some of these short cinematic videos on YouTube and they're pretty good. I like watching short videos from Japanese and Japanese cultures. I also learned that sometimes, the camera doesn't matter. You'll still need to have good eyes to make good videos. 


The most important thing is to love what you're doing. And, I love it. I love fiddling with my Nikon Z8, I like taking photos and now loving taking and editing videos. It doesn't matter what kind of pictures or videos. Just do what you want. 

I like that I'm learning and doing new things in my life. Especially, at the age I'm in right now. Just because you're getting older doesn't mean it's time to retire. You can still learn new things. You can still do new things. It ain't over, till the fat lady sings!


I just remembered that I bought a new Camera Field Monitor yesterday from Feelworld. It fits my budget and it'll be useful. It includes many luts that I can see while filming. You can also use your favorite luts uploaded via the SD Card slot. 

The luts while filming would make it much easier to see and edit later if you need to. It beats looking at the plain video on your camera's small screen. I'm still thinking if I should use a gimbal or a camera cage. It would be an easy decision if not for both prices being expensive. Lol!


The pic above was taken with my Nikon Z8. I had just put on a CPL lens. The lens supposedly protects your main lens from the sun. Helps to make my picture look better too, I believe. As usual, I shoot jpegs. I'm just lazy. What can I say?

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Monday, September 09, 2024

the GOOSEBUMPS moment you realize that Linkin Park is back! #linkinpark #emptinessmachine



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I was surprised and curious the first time I saw Emily Armstrong walk on the stage. I'm like, is that a woman? When she started singing, I was like, okay. It's when the screaming part of the song I finally realized that Linkin Park is back, babbbaayy!!

She sounds like Chester Bennington. Right now, everyone is comparing her with Chester. We shouldn't. In her own right, she's a good singer. Definitely, she's not Chester and she's not with Linkin Park just to replace him. The band accepts her as a new singer to front the band.


The band didn't think they'd be back together playing on stage with a new singer. It took them 7 years to reach this stage. No pun intended. It was a slow progress. But, the wait is all worth it. We get to see the band back together with a new female singer, no less.

As a YouTuber and with their new #shorts initiatives, I've been using the Linkin Park song as background music for some of my videos. I didn't know they got back together until the announcement on YouTube. So, I was curious. 


I was damn emotional at the screaming parts of the song. Tears were actually rolling down my cheeks. Maybe, I'm getting older. Maybe, it's because of the thought of Chester. I'm sure everyone thinks of Chester every time we hear Linkin Park songs.   

Chester would have been proud of Emily and the band moving on without him. I saw Mike Shinoda with that big smile on his face. I feel like it's kinda of a closure. A healing of their loss and their fans. Something new to look forward to.


I like Mike Shinoda and I bought some of his songs. I think, without Mike, there wouldn't be Linkin Park. I'm definitely going to buy their new album. It's a long 7 years awaiting. Their latest music video for the song Emptiness Machine is super cool!

It's like a comeback video. You see them all doing their own things and suddenly all being pulled together to play again in the band. If you didn't realize it, the woman in the video is their new singer. The moment she starts singing you're like, whhaaaaaat? Lol

I can't wait for the new album to come out!

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Wednesday, September 04, 2024

NIKON Z8 | 50 - 250mm | Morning Rain #nikonz8



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I decided to do a videography on my new camera, the Nikon Z8. I'm still learning and trying out some settings. I did a reasonably good job. I've been checking out some other videos on YouTube and I got an idea of what kind of video I wanted to do.

I currently have a problem with my left knee. So, I can only walk a little. Been itching to go out and try out the Nikon z8. I've been wanting to do a video during the rain. I used to hate the rainy season. I prefer the beautiful blue sky for photography.


Later on, I realized that rain can be a positive thing. It can add a bit of drama to the photo or video. We can use natural light to make the picture more in-depth. That's what I believe anyway. This is my first try and I hope there'll be positive feedback.

Of course, I don't expect everyone to like it. Everyone has their own preferences. Sometimes, that's one of the reasons stopping me from taking photographs or making a video. I always wondered why I even bothered. Then again, why should I care what others think as long as I'm happy?


You can't please them. Anyway, I've been uploading videos on my YouTube channel for a long time. Some popular videos got high views. Because of YouTube's new #short videos, most views have dropped. My video views significantly dropped too.

One positive thing from the #shorts video is that it helps me get more subscribers. I also get many views from my #short videos. #short videos are easy to make and quick to upload. So there are cons and pros to YouTube's #short. You just need your phone to take videos and upload them.


I love making videos. That's why I decided to get the Nikon Z8. Yes, it's expensive. But, it's an investment. I'm still new to photography but the Z8 can make me a better photographer and videographer. It's a great hybrid camera if you love both.

My first camera was the Nikon Coolpix P950. I love the zooming capabilities. Watch this video I made with the P950. The second camera I bought is also a Nikon, the Zfc. I love the Nikon Zfc too. One of my favorite photos and videos I took in this video.


I used the Nikkor z dx 20-250mm to take the video. I plan to get the latest 28-400mm for my z8. I love the prime 28mm lens that came with my Zfc. I want the 28mm lens and the 400mm range. I've used the zoom in my P950 that's why I love lenses with different zoom capabilities. 

I'm getting the gimbal or the cage for my z8. But, they are pretty expensive. Using a handheld seems ok. If you plan to take some action videos, you certainly need them. I'm still testing and doing my own research to make good videos. If you like my "Morning Rain" video pls like and share!

Yup! I love my Nikon Z8!

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Monday, September 02, 2024

Is SINGAPORE becoming a cycling haven? #cycling #roadbike #mountainbike #gravelbike



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Is Singapore becoming a cycling haven?

It is. I recently started cycling because I found a new work near my place. Rather than walking to a nearby bus stop, waiting another 5-7 mins for the bus to come, and reaching 7 mins later, cycling would be a much better option.

I can walk to work but it'll take over 20mins. The best alternative is of course cycling. It's much faster and most importantly, I'll save around $80/mth. There are also health benefits of cycling to work every day. I have definitely improved my overall fitness.


The good news is that Singapore is starting to provide better cycling lanes for cyclists. The old pathway is getting wider and there's a clearly painted lane. Pedestrians don't have to worry about getting hit by reckless cyclists. They even provide special lanes at the traffic lights.

People are still getting used to the separate lanes. Some pedestrians insist on walking on the cycling lane. And vice versa. Hopefully, with more cycling lanes, more people will start to cycle either for health or as another form of eco-friendly transportation.


At first, I just cycled my bike to work every day. Later on, once I got my confidence, I decided to venture out during my off day. I planned to go to a famous place called the Lor Halus Red Bridge. As it was my first time, I had to ask people for directions.

I frequently stop by the bridge before continuing to other places like Pasir Rish Beach or Changi Beach. The other day, I tried a new cycling route called the Eastern Corridor. As it was my first time trying out the route, I got lost numerous times. Some of the routes lead to a dead end.


Google Maps is your friend. I used it when I went out cycling to new places. I'll re-calibrate my position and choose a different route. For those wanting to try out the new route, follow the river. That's my tip. It is also quite far. Look out for the route signage. 

You can watch my cycling video using the eastern corridor trail to East Coast Beach here. You can also watch all my other cycling videos cycling to such places via the links in this post. Of course, you can visit my YouTube channel here for more cycling videos.


One of my favorite places to cycle to is Coney Island. A nice, quiet place to cycle, walk, jog, or enjoy the beautiful beach scenery. Remember, that you have to leave the place by 7pm. As they will close the gate. You are not allowed to stay overnight.

There are two entrances on each end of the tiny island. From the western gate, you can cycle to a nearby Punggol jetty or boardwalk. From there, you can cycle back to Sengkang Riverside Park or continue to the last fishing village, Sembawang Park, Woodlands Waterfront Park, or jetty.


Well, what do you think? Is Singapore becoming a cyclist haven? There are some places yet that I have never been to. Ketam Mountain Bike Park in Pulau Ubin, Chestnut Nature Park, Bukit Timah Bike Trail, and many others. All in this tiny Island country. lol

Cycling has also made me interested in photography and videography. I'll be talking about it in another post. You can check out one of my photography adventures in this video. My first ever camera was the Nikon P950. One of my pictures has almost been viewed by millions on Google Maps! 

Watch my latest new carbon hybrid gravel bike with a straight handlebar video here. My new Chili red mountain bike here. My new fixie aero design GRAY here. And, my JAVA J AIR Fuoco gold road bike here!

Easy to say, cycling has made me enjoy the outdoors. It also helps that Singapore is becoming a cycling haven!

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