Sony Alpha Repost: Creative Filmmaking in Motion with the Sony FX5

BY Sony Alpha Universe September 25, 2026 Sony Alpha Universe

Some of the best filmmaking happens when the plan changes. A shift in natural light, an unexpected movement from your subject, or a composition you discover only after you start shooting can completely change the direction of a scene. For filmmakers working this way, the camera needs to keep up without constantly pulling attention away from what is happening in front of the lens. That is exactly what director and cinematographer Christina Ienna set out to explore with the new Sony FX5. Working outdoors with dancer Tyler Angell, Ienna kept […]

Why Print Your Photos? A Guide to Canon and Fujifilm Photo Printers at Henry’s

BY Henry's September 18, 2026 Gear

We take more photos than ever. They live on our phones, memory cards, hard drives, cloud storage, and social feeds. But there is still something completely different about holding a photograph in your hand. A print slows you down. It gives an image a sense of permanence. It turns a photo from something you scroll past into something you can frame, gift, display, scrapbook, sell, or simply keep. And if you’re the kind of photographer who enjoys being involved in the entire creative process, owning a photo printer lets you […]

Summer Is Over. Now What? How to Turn Your Summer Photos Into Something More

BY Joe Donoghue September 11, 2026 Get Inspired, Start Here

Summer has a funny way of filling our phones, memory cards, and hard drives faster than we realize. Family trips. Cottage weekends. Camping. Weddings. Road trips. Backyard barbecues. Wildlife encounters. Sunsets. Kids jumping off docks. Maybe even a few photos you forgot you took. Then September arrives. Schedules fill up again, school starts, evenings get shorter, and suddenly those hundreds, or thousands, of summer photos are sitting untouched. This is actually one of the best times of year to go back through them. Not just to organize your files, but […]

The Best Video Cameras for Every Kind of Storytelling in 2026

BY Henry's September 7, 2026 Articles

Choosing a video camera used to be mostly about budget. Today, it’s much more about workflow. A YouTube creator working alone needs something very different from a documentary filmmaker chasing a story through unpredictable conditions. A podcast studio has different priorities than an event filmmaker. And someone producing short films may care far more about codecs, dynamic range, rigging and colour than they do about portability. That’s why “best camera under $3,000” lists only tell part of the story. A better question is: What kind of stories are you trying […]

Point-and-Shoot Cameras Are Back: The Best Compact Cameras to Buy in 2026

BY Henry's August 28, 2026 Articles

For a while, it looked like smartphones might completely replace the point-and-shoot camera. Then something interesting happened. People started wanting cameras again. Not necessarily big mirrorless systems with multiple lenses, batteries and a backpack full of accessories. They wanted something smaller. Something fun. Something they could throw into a jacket pocket or travel bag and actually enjoy using. Compact cameras have come roaring back, and the category in 2026 is more interesting than it has been in years. Some offer huge optical zoom ranges your smartphone simply can’t match. Others […]

Back to School 2026: The Photography & Video Gear Students Actually Need

BY Henry's August 21, 2026 Start Here

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Starting a photography, film, broadcasting, journalism, digital media, content creation or other creative program this fall? Welcome to a whole new way of looking at the world. You’re about to learn why shutter speed matters, how changing a focal length can completely transform a story, why good audio is just as important as good video, and eventually why you can never seem to have enough memory cards. But before the assignments begin, you need a kit. The good news is you don’t need to buy everything on day one. Start […]

How to Take Better Photos of Your Dog: 5 Tips from a Professional Sony Aplha Universe Pet Photographer

BY Sony Alpha Universe August 14, 2026 Sony Alpha Universe

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Anyone who has tried photographing a dog knows that getting their attention is only half the battle. The best pet photos aren’t usually the perfectly posed ones—they’re the images that capture personality. A tilted head, a favourite toy, a burst of energy during golden hour, or a quiet moment between adventures often tells a much better story than simply asking your furry friend to sit and stay. In this Sony Alpha Universe article, pet photographer Rachel Jezowski shares five practical techniques she uses to create authentic dog portraits. From helping […]

New Tech Round-Up: DJI Osmo Pocket 4 vs Pocket 4 Pro & DJI Mic’s: Which One Fits Your Creative Style?

BY Joe Donoghue August 7, 2026 New Gear

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The biggest question many creators have isn’t whether they need a DJI Pocket camera—it’s which one. Both the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 and Pocket 4 Pro are designed to deliver stabilized, professional-looking video in an incredibly compact package. The difference comes down to how you create and how far you want your content to go. But which one should you pick? Take a look at our simplified guide below. Why So Many Creators Are Switching to Pocket Gimbals One of the biggest challenges in content creation is simply having your camera with you when […]

Back to School Starts Here: The Best Cameras & Gear for Photography and Videography Students

BY Henry's July 31, 2026 Ask The Expert

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Choosing the right camera for school can feel overwhelming. With so many camera bodies, lenses, microphones, tripods, and accessories available, it’s easy to wonder where you should invest first. The good news? You don’t need a professional studio worth of equipment to begin creating incredible work. Whether you’re heading into a college or university photography program, studying film production, digital media, journalism, or content creation, your gear should help you learn—not get in the way. At Henry’s, we’ve helped thousands of students choose their first creative kit. Here’s our guide […]

Why I Added Henry’s HELP Extended Life Plan to My Camera Kit

BY Joe Donoghue July 24, 2026 Gear Care

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When I recently upgraded my camera kit, I spent a lot of time thinking about the camera body and lenses. Should I get the Canon EOS R5?Which lenses would suit my style of photography?What accessories couldn’t I live without? What I didn’t expect to spend much time thinking about was protection. Then I stopped and thought about how I actually use my gear. As someone who spends a lot of time outdoors, my cameras aren’t sitting safely on a shelf. They’re hiking mountains, bouncing around in the truck, travelling across […]