Gear

2025 Henry’s Gift Guide: Find the Perfect Gift & Fill Your Bag

BY Henry's November 6, 2025 Gift Guides

The holidays are here — and it’s time to shop smart. Whether your loved one is just getting started with a camera or they’re a seasoned pro, the team at Henry’s has curated the perfect picks. From cameras, lenses and accessories to stocking-stuffers and photo-play gifts, we’ve got you covered. Start filling your bag. Gift Guide For Those Who Love the Outdoors If their happy place is outdoors — chasing the stars, mountains, birds, waterfalls, or wild places — these are the gear gifts that elevate that experience. Gift Guide For the […]

The 10 Essential Items & Tips for Getting Started with Vlogging

BY Henry's October 30, 2025 Vlogging

Whether you’re sharing travel stories, product reviews, creative projects, or daily life, vlogging is one of the most engaging ways to connect with an audience. It’s storytelling in real time — and with the right gear, anyone can start creating high-quality, professional-looking content. At Henry’s, we’ve helped thousands of creators and businesses build their first vlogging setup. Here are the 10 essentialsyou need to start confidently. 1. A Great Camera Your camera is the heart of your vlog. Look for one with fast autofocus, clear image quality, and strong performance in […]

Mastering Light with GODOX: Your Guide to Better Photography and Video

BY Henry's October 23, 2025 Lighting

Whether you’re shooting portraits, product photos, or creating cinematic video content, lighting can make or break your shot. GODOX has become a go-to brand for creators who want professional results without a Hollywood budget — offering flashes, LEDs, softboxes, reflectors, and modifiers that help you shape light exactly how you want it. Why Lighting Matters Great lighting isn’t just about brightness — it’s about control. The right setup lets you direct attention, define texture, and bring depth and emotion into every frame. Whether you’re working in a studio, filming in […]

Top New Cameras That Shoot in 9:16 for Social Media

BY Henry's October 16, 2025 Vlogging

Why Vertical (9:16) Video Matters — and When You Need It The Vertical Revolution It’s official — vertical video is here to stay. With the rise of TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and other mobile-first platforms, more creators are turning their cameras upright. Vertical (9:16) video fills the entire smartphone screen, draws higher engagement, and feels more personal and immersive. For creators, that means if your content lives online, you need to think vertically. But horizontal video isn’t going anywhere either — it’s still essential for YouTube, websites, client projects, […]

How To Film Professional Cooking Videos With Philip Lemoine

BY Sony Alpha Universe October 9, 2025 Food

Sony Alpha Universe Repost by Philip Lemoine Want to make your cooking videos look like they came straight out of a professional kitchen? Philip Lemoine’s got you covered! Filming from the beautiful beaches of Santa Barbara, he spills the beans on how to take your cooking content to the next level. Choosing The Best Gear For Cooking Videos Choosing the right camera and lens can make all the difference. Lemoine prefers his FX30 with the 16-55mm f/2.8 G lens, but if you’re just starting out, the ZV-E10 II is a fantastic option. Look for features like a flip-out […]

Unlocking the Magic of Fall Photography in Ontario

BY Joe Donoghue September 26, 2025 Autumn

Few seasons rival the magic of fall for photographers. The air is crisp, the landscapes burst into reds, oranges, and golds, and the light itself changes — with earlier sunsets and longer golden hours that bring an extra layer of richness to your images. For photographers, autumn isn’t just a change of season — it’s a playground of light, colour, and texture waiting to be captured. The Magic of Golden Hour in Fall Golden hour — that soft, warm light that appears just after sunrise and before sunset — becomes […]

Finding Art in Motion: Shooting Surf with the Sony A9 III and 300mm f/2.8 G Master

BY Sony Alpha Universe September 11, 2025 Sony Alpha Universe

By Erin Hogue – Sony Aplha Universe Follow Erin on: Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, Website Equipment used:Sony Alpha A9 Mark III Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens As an action sports photographer, I’ve spent my career chasing movement. In the beginning it was snowboarding—being in the mountains, exploring different terrain and working with the riders to turn that terrain into a feature that can be captured in a photo. But the water has always been my first love. There’s a peace that comes with duck diving under a wave, slipping […]

Top Vlogging Mistakes and How to Fix Them

BY Henry's August 28, 2025 Vlogging

Vlogging has become one of the most powerful ways to share your story, build a community, and create content that connects. But even the most creative ideas can fall flat if your setup isn’t working in your favour. The good news? Most mistakes are easy to fix — and the right gear can make your content look and sound professional from day one. Here are the top vlogging mistakes (and how to correct them), with foolproof gear suggestions to get you on track. Mistake #1: Poor Audio Quality Viewers may […]

Sony FX3 Review with River Shepherd – Sony Alpha Universe’s Take on a Compact Full-Frame Powerhouse

BY Sony Alpha Universe August 25, 2025 Sony Alpha Universe

In this Sony FX3 review, Sony Alpha Universe content creator River Shepherd reveals why this compact full-frame camera offers the freedom and performance professionals crave. Written by River Shepherd Follow RiverInstagram: @techthroughthelensFacebook: TechThroughTheLensYouTube: TechThroughTheLens When I was a kid, I found a Sony Cybershot in my dad’s office and quietly I smuggled it out. And I swear it really was a Sony. Out of pure curiosity, I started snapping photos on my dad’s stolen camera and posted them to Facebook. That one decision changed my life forever. The response was […]

Podcasting Tips and Equipment: How to Start and Succeed

BY Henry's August 21, 2025 Podcasts

Podcasting has exploded as one of the most accessible and powerful ways to share stories, ideas, and expertise. It has become one of the most popular forms of media because it combines convenience, intimacy, and variety in a way few other formats can match. Listeners can tune in anywhere—on their commute, at the gym, or while cooking—and feel as if they’re part of a one-on-one conversation. The on-demand nature means people choose exactly what they want to hear, from niche topics to global news, in their own time. Creators love […]

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