Ron Leach

We’ve all become accustomed to placing shoes and laptops in separate bins while passing through airport security checkpoints. And now, new TSA regulations require the same treatment for cameras and all electronic devices larger than a cell phone

OK, be honest here: How many of you actually read the “Camera Care” instructions in the back of a user manual? If you’re one of the rare photographers that do, you may recall something about NOT cleaning a camera with solvents.

Back in the days when 35mm cameras were king, photographers typically chose film to suit the situation at hand; perhaps Kodachome 25 or Velvia 50 for landscapes with vivid colors, and something like Kodak Portra 400 for portraits when a less punchy look was desired.

Ever since the advent of photography there’s been an ongoing debate about how much one’s camera gear contributes to the captured image. Some say the latest technology plays a huge role in making great photos, while others insist that the photographer’s vision and artistry is largely responsible for spectacular results.