My Photo Editing Setup

What device are in my photo editing setup?

In a recent video I mentioned that I had invested in a new 4k monitor. I promised to make a video covering my photo editing setup, so here it is.

I have been using a 27 inch iMac for a number of years and have been very happy with it. However it started to feel a little sluggish despite a couple of DIY upgrades over the years. Once i started making videos I invested in the Apple MacBook Pro 15inch with the 2GB graphics card. I quickly realised this was packing more punch than my iMac. Running two machines is also still problematic when working with Abobe Lightroom as there is currently no way to easily sync a catalogue. This for me is a big downside of the Adobe Lightroom workflow.

I decided two things. Firstly I want a seamless workflow where all my current live files and work is in one place and secondly, I need to upgrade to 4K.

Having done some research I was happy to see that my Macbook Pro was capable of driving 4K screen at 60hz. This was perfect but I wanted ease of use where there was no time wasting plugging and unplugging cables.

Enter the OWC Thunderbolt 2 Dock. The OWC Thunderbolt 2 Dock allows me to connect all my different devices to the laptop by plugging in just one Thunderbolt cable. It is the perfect solution to ensure I can be mobile again very quickly and plug back in when I want full workstation functionality.

The monitor I went for in my photo editing setup was a reasonably priced Asus 4k monitor. Specifically the Asus PB279Q 27-Inch 4k. I have been really pleased with the quality of the Asus PB279Q 27-Inch 4k so far although I feel a longer period of testing and is required.

I have written before about how I love music. I honestly do not think I could have been a photographer without music. If I am editing photos then I am listening to music. I am also  bit of an Audiophile so I see value for money in having good audio gear. The Sennheiser HD650 headphones and Graham Slee Solo headphone amp take care of this along with the Bose Soundlink Mini for when I want to go mobile or avoid wearing headphones.

The Mac mini  server setup, with attached HDD’s, gives me all the storage space I need (a lot for videos) and keeps everything organised and in one place.

I am very pleased with how my current setup is working and most importantly the investment has seen a great improvement in my productivity.

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Hardware:

• Asus PB279Q 27-Inch 4k - UK | US
• OWC Thunderbolt 2 Dock - UK | US
• Bose Soundlink Mini - UK | US
• Graham Slee Solo - UK | US
• Sennheiser HD650 - UK | US
• Airport Extreme - UK | US

Software:

Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop -  To get a free trial and try them for yourself click here.

Other items include the:

• Macbook Pro 15 Inch
• Focusrite Saffire Pro 24
• iPhone 6S
• Cambridge Audio DacMagic

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iPhone 6S Unboxing and Review

A first look at the new iPhone 6s

In this video review we are unboxing the new iPhone 6s that was released today and having a quick look at some of the new key features.

The new iPhone 6s is very similar in form factor to the previous version, the iPhone 6, as is normal with the S iteration of iPhones.

The big new feature of the iPhone 6s is 3D Touch. This uses force sensors to figure out how much pressure you are applying to your touch and uses this for new contextual menus. When you press once on the screen you can preview or 'peek' at things in a list, such as, emails or iMessages. Then press harder again and the message will 'pop' into the screen. It is actually a very useful feature and feels incredibly natural to do.

We also play around with the new 'Live Photos’ feature of the iPhone 6s which look like they could be good fun.

The iPhone 6s also features two new cameras. A 5 megapixel front facing camera, or selfie camera and a 12 megapixel rear camera that could prove to be the best camera we have ever seen on a phone. I will be playing with the new camera for the next few days and then putting up a full review later in the week.

Check out the new iPhone 6s for yourself over on the Apple website.

iPhone 6s