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Scenic South Korea through the lens of @bombyul | Featuring FE 20-70mm F4 G

Calvin — Fri, 22 Mar 2024 07:52:48 +0000

Scenic South Korea through the lens of @bombyul | Featuring FE 20-70mm F4 G

Calvin Fri, 03/22/2024 - 13:22

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Why Bombyul chose FE 20-70mm F4 G

Travel Q&A with Bombyul

South Korean travel photographer Bombyul prefers to take a slow and steady approach to capturing her travels and documenting them on her Instagram page @bombyul. She takes us on a scenic journey through Jeonju, South Korea, capturing sights of beauty with the Alpha 7C II and FE 20-70mm F4 G.

Lens highlights | FE 20-70mm F4 G

Compact and lightweight with fast AF, the FE 20-70mm F4 G redefines the standard zoom with an even wider focal length range, becoming a choice lens for versatile creators who are always on the go.

Focal length: 20-70mm
Min. focus distance: 0.30m (W), 0.25m (T)
Max. magnification ratio (X): 0.39
Weight: 488g

Alpha 7C II | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 52 mm | 1/80 sec | F4 | ISO 320

Portability was important to me because Jeonju is mostly accessible on foot or by public transport.”

Why Bombyul chose FE 20-70mm F4 G

Bombyul needed a lens that was both versatile and portable as most of her journey was on foot, which made the FE 20-70mm F4 G perfect for her. “This lens is not only lightweight, it guarantees good results.”

Alpha 7C II | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 70 mm | 1/500 sec | F4.5 | ISO 100

Travel Q&A with Bombyul

What was it like capturing your travels with your equipment?

The Alpha 7C II was intuitive and great for shooting handheld paired with the lightweight FE 20-70mm F4 G. Together, the image stabilisation was good. Plus, the lens' wider angle gave me more options and versatility when taking landscape photos.

Alpha 7C II | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 70 mm | 1/1000 sec | F4.5 | ISO 100

What advice do you have for fellow travel photographers?

The best way to take good travel photos is to take a lot of them. Finding just one A-cut is important, but try taking more photos of many different moments. New A-cuts may appear in unexpected places.

Alpha 7C II | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 20 mm | 1/320 sec | F6.3 | ISO 100

What was your most memorable moment?

A memorable location was Deokjin Park in Jeonju. There were many peaceful and beautiful shooting spots. The library in the middle of the lake can be captured from various angles. Yeonhwajeong Library was also impressive with its sunny Hanok windows and stacks of books on display.

Alpha 7C II | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 45 mm | 1/125 sec | F4 | ISO 100

Get inspired

Give Jeonju a visit if you’re heading to South Korea. When you look down on Jeonju from the hill Omokdae, it retains an old atmosphere which reminds us of the city of the past. You’ll love it especially if you like a peaceful and quiet atmosphere.

There is beauty in old things recorded over time.”

Alpha 7C II | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 70 mm | 1/320 sec | F4 | ISO 100

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Japan in winter through the lens of @bongtographer_ | Featuring FE 20-70mm F4 G

Calvin — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 05:17:18 +0000

Japan in winter through the lens of @bongtographer_ | Featuring FE 20-70mm F4 G

Calvin Tue, 02/27/2024 - 10:47

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Why Ha-sung chose FE 20-70mm F4 G

Travel Q&A with Ha-sung

Self-proclaimed laid-back traveller, South Korean photographer Bong Ha-sung explores the world to capture wondrous sights and shares them on his Instagram profile, @bongtographer_.

With the FE 20-70mm F4 G and Alpha 7 IV, Ha-sung captures a winter wonderland in Hokkaido, Japan during the Christmas season.

Alpha 7 IV | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 50 mm | 1/320 sec | F13 | ISO 100

Lens highlights | FE 20-70mm F4 G

Compact and lightweight with fast AF, the FE 20-70mm F4 G redefines the standard zoom with an even wider focal length range, becoming a choice lens for versatile creators who are always on the go.

Focal length: 20-70mm
Min. focus distance: 0.30m (W), 0.25m (T)
Max. magnification ratio (X): 0.39
Weight: 488g

Alpha 7 IV | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 70 mm | 1/800 sec | F8 | ISO 100

The lens covers a wide range from wide-angle to telephoto, enabling me to capture everything I encountered on this journey.”

Why Ha-sung chose FE 20-70mm F4 G

As Ha-sung was travelling during winter when physical activity tends to be limited, he was looking for a versatile lens that could cover a wide range of focal lengths. “From expansive landscapes to distant subjects, the FE 20-70mm F4 G proved to be versatile, allowing me to capture it all.”

Alpha 7 IV | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 20 mm | 1/250 sec | F8 | ISO 160

Travel Q&A with Ha-sung

Tell us about the images you captured.

I wanted to capture the vastness of the snowy landscape. In the village, I aimed to capture the way people live in a snowy city and the small moments of their everyday lives.

Alpha 7 IV | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 43 mm | 1/320 sec | F4 | ISO 100

What was your experience like with your camera gear?

When I was in a village called "Biei,” snow was pouring down so heavily. Despite the challenging conditions, I managed to consider the focal length and capture the shots. Even if the subject was far away and difficult to reach, I used the crop mode to capture the shot. This allowed me to cover up to 70mm, which was great. Since the houses in the village were designed higher than eye level, shooting with a wide-angle lens would have resulted in distortion when trying to capture the entire scene. However, at 20mm, I was able to avoid distortion.

Alpha 7 IV | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 28 mm | 1/250 sec | F9 | ISO 100

What should fellow photographers look out for in winter?

I recommend trying slightly overexposed settings. Snow tends to appear darker than expected, so overexposure is often used to capture the bright feeling that snow gives. Also, since it's travel photography, I recommend capturing shots from various angles. With the swivel LCD monitor, you can shoot from eye level, as well as low or high angles, which is crucial for ensuring the diversity of your photos.

Alpha 7 IV | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 50 mm | 1/1250 sec | F4 | ISO 100

In travel photography, even the coldest moments can become warm memories.”

Get inspired

If you’re heading to Japan too, give Hokkaido a visit. Its landscapes are especially stunning in winter, and it’s renowned for its snow-covered scenery.

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Admire New York through the lens of @jinifoto | Featuring FE 20-70mm F4 G

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Admire New York through the lens of @jinifoto | Featuring FE 20-70mm F4 G

Calvin — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 08:58:29 +0000

Admire New York through the lens of @jinifoto | Featuring FE 20-70mm F4 G

Calvin Mon, 02/26/2024 - 14:28

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Why Sung-Jin chose FE 20-70mm F4 G

Travel Q&A with Sung-Jin

Known as @jinifoto on Instagram, South Korean photographer Park Sung-Jin travels the world to capture the wonders each country brings.

Sung-Jin explores the architecture and cityscape of New York with his trusty and versatile FE 20-70mm F4 G and Alpha 7 IV. He takes us on a journey through New York and its Autumn hues, from dazzling nightscapes to sprawling architecture and towering skyscrapers.

Alpha 7 IV | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 70 mm | 1/320 sec | F10 | ISO 100

Lens highlights | FE 20-70mm F4 G

Compact and lightweight with fast AF, the FE 20-70mm F4 G redefines the standard zoom with an even wider focal length range, becoming a choice lens for versatile creators who are always on the go.

Focal length: 20-70mm
Min. focus distance: 0.30m (W), 0.25m (T)
Max. magnification ratio (X): 0.39
Weight: 488g

Alpha 7 IV | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 34 mm | 1/125 sec | F8 | ISO 100

I chose this lens for its lightweight and compact size as it’s convenient for travel.”

Why Sung-Jin chose FE 20-70mm F4 G

Sung-Jin wanted to capture the beauty and colours of New York in autumn and needed a versatile lens that could capture everything from street shots to scenery. As he planned to do a fair bit of walking, a light and compact lens was important to him which is why he chose the FE 20-70mm F4 G.

Alpha 7 IV | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 20 mm | 1/50 sec | F4.5 | ISO 1600

Travel Q&A with Sung-Jin

How did your equipment help you capture beautiful moments?

A wide-angle lens is ideal for capturing fleeting moments. You get to capture a scene and appreciate more of it in a wider frame. At its widest the FE 20-70mm F4 G lens is great for shooting tall buildings.

Alpha 7 IV | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 70 mm | 1/2000 sec | F9 | ISO 200

Where would you recommend fellow photographers to go in New York?

If you're visiting for the first time, I recommend strolling vertically through Manhattan. You can start from Lower Manhattan and walk all the way to Greenwich Village. You can also walk from Times Square to Central Park. I recommend early morning hours when there are fewer people.

Alpha 7 IV | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 20 mm | 1/200 sec | F8 | ISO 100

What were your most memorable moments in New York?

On the last day of my trip at Central Park, the autumn colours of the maple leaves were beautifully coloured. The sunset made it even better.

Alpha 7 IV | FE 20-70mm F4 G | 34 mm | 1/25 sec | F4 | ISO 1000

Photos are about documenting. Each photo takes me back and allows me to feel the joy of that moment.”

Get inspired

To other photographers planning a trip to New York, Sung-Jin recommends visiting one of its many observation decks for breathtaking views and photo opportunities.

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Japan in winter through the lens of @bongtographer_ | Featuring FE 20-70mm F4 G

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