Taku Kumabe Photography and Design

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Hello everyone! This video is not necessarily a review of the new Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II lens, but I go through some of the differences between it, and the original Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S lens. Are the differences big? Yes. Are they worth upgrading to? That's for you to decide! But I hope my views on the differences will help you in making that decision for you. Are you planning on upgrading to the new lens? Let me know what you think of it. Filmed on Nikon Z9 with Z 24-120mm f/4 S lens Lighting: Nanlite FS-300B with 90cm octabox Mic: Rode Wireless Mic Pro Music: Artlist.io freidee / night cookie TOC: 0:00 - Intro 0:51 - Feature comparisons 2:06 - Internal differences 2:28 - External differences 2:59 - Some things to note... 6:27 - Some things to like about the lens... 8:34 - MSRP comparisons 9:09 - Outro --- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smaku Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taku_kumabe Blog: https://www.smaku.com Website: https://www.TakuKumabe.com
Explaining what's new with the Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II lens. Should you upgrade?
Hello everyone! Here's a quick video on some of my thoughts on the Nikon ZR, and why I pre-ordered it. I offer my thoughts, thinking many of you might be in the same situation. Do you have any questions on whether to buy it or not? Let me know in the comments what you think of the Nikon ZR. 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Specs 1:11 - Nikon ZR launch event 2:09 - Specific Nikon ZR features for video 2:57 - Why did I preorder the Nikon ZR? 4:14 - Additional features of Nikon ZR that I like 4:53 - Final thoughts on the Nikon ZR 5:40 - Outro Music: Artlist.io Filmed on Nikon Z9 with Z 24-120mm f/4 Lighting: Nanlite FS-300B with 90cm Octabox with grid --- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smaku Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taku_kumabe Blog: https://www.smaku.com Website: https://www.TakuKumabe.com
Things you might want to consider before buying the Nikon ZR! What made me pre-order the Nikon ZR.
Hello everyone! This time I'm taking you with me by the river where I found a flurry of birds hunting for food. Everything from ducks to herons, egrets, killdeer, and more are the focus of this video. I've also included a slideshow of videos and photos that I took during my outings by the river. Let me know if you have any questions. TOC 0:00 - Intro 1;29 - Waterfall 2:17 - Habitat 3:39 - A bust of a morning 6:29 - Intention 7:09 - Dragging shutter with a duck 9:01 - Packing up 10:23 - Slideshow Filmed on iPhone 16 Pro Max and Nikon Z 6iii Photography with Nikon Z 9, Z 800mm f/6.3, Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3, and Z 100-400mm f/5.6-6.3 --- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smaku Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/taku_kumabe Blog: https://www.smaku.com Website: https://www.TakuKumabe.com
Photographing wildlife with my Nikon Z9 with 800mm, 180-600mm, 100-400mm
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With a passion for the outdoors, I love to explore the world around me.

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As an event photographer, fast paced events and festivals excite me.

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Photographs are available for print and licensing purposes.

Taku’s photographs have been used by advertising to tourism agencies, and admired in personal collections around the world. You can visit Taku’s online store here for pre-selected images that are ready to purchase. If you can’t find an image you would like, simply contact Taku and he will happily work with you to find the perfect print for your needs, or for licensing purposes. If you live in Toronto, contact Taku before ordering to save on shipping costs.

Toronto Sunrise Series

A favourite series liked equally amongst Torontonians and those around the world.

The Toronto Sunrise Series is a personal project that has taken on a life of its own. This series showcases this metropolis bathed in Mother Nature’s glory.

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Abstraction Series

Abstraction fine art images is a sub series of my Toronto Sunrise Series.

The Abstraction Series is a collection of images that are perfect to hang on a wall. All images are naturally made by panning the camera during a long exposure, creating both ethereal and bold images that suit any home décor.

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Workshops by Taku Kumabe

I love to teach and inspire people of all ages, leading photography workshops, photowalks, and speaking engagements.

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