I’m always on a quest for ultra-lightweight, simple, and affordable equipment.
That’s one of the main reasons why, despite owning two full-frame cameras and a handful of lenses, I still frequently reach for my crop-sensor Nikon D5300 and Tokina 11-16mm for creating both still images and timelapse footage.
I obsess over weight for reasons other than just being a sissy, by the way. (Although that may be one of the reasons.) I obsess over weight because the lighter the gear, the easier it is to bring two or three cameras into the wilderness! (Watch this video if you haven’t already)
I obsess over price for reasons other than just being cheap-o, too. (Although, again, that could be one of the reasons…) Mostly, I like affordable gear because it makes me a little more willing to take a risk I might not be willing to take if $5,000 is at stake. (Either by destruction, theft, or confiscation by authorities… ;-) Continue reading Alpine Labs Radian – Timelapse Device Quick Intro