December 2010
The Fundraiser Hath Run Its Course →
Well, we got… two donations. Okay, no big deal, it just means two people will experience the comic genius that is Aggrogate and shitty movies. We’ll record the Street Fighter movie…
The Most Popular Postings For 2010 →
One year ago on December 28th 2009, I sat on my bed and said to myself, “I’m tired of being unemployed and unproductive. And so I started ThePhoblographer.com, and it has taken off in…
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Monday Movie: Super Mario Bros. Z Episode 5 –... →
Hey, it’s that time again! This is the fifth episode in the Super Mario Bros Z saga. More videos coming soon!
Last Minute Gifts for Photographers →
Need something inexpensive, useful and good for a photographer, or are you looking for an idea to tell family and friends? Check these out, and you procrastinators…
The Worst Excuses I’ve Ever Heard For Not Wanting... →
Everyone has to start somewhere, but there are clients that are just absolutely ridiculous at times. In this digital age and in a time where camera companies are marketing their higher…
Kingdom Hearts: Re:coded trailers – Gameplay... →
KH13 (via Heartstation) has posted a couple of videos of the next title in American shores. Kingdom Hearts: RE:coded is a remake of previous Japan exclusive game…
Thoughts on being a Family Man and Photographer →
There are many of us out there who are parents, spouses, and photographers. Some of us manage to balance our photography with our marriages, raising children, day jobs (if photography is not…
Report: Top 11% World of Warcraft Players More... →
I don’t use the word “loser” lightly on anyone besides myself, but it really is the only word that comes to mind after reading this report. According to the gaming site/tracking…
Hey Posers: A Camera is a Tool, and So Are You →
I’m a nice guy—or at least I believe I am. So when I was sent little segment from a conversation above on one of the most controversial internet forums, I became a bit hurt and a bit…
Friday Flick: Super Mario Bros. Z Episode 4 – Here... →
Hey, it’s that time again! This is the fourth episode in the Super Mario Bros Z saga. More videos coming soon!
Nikon D7000 in Stock at B&H →
All you need to do is go here.
Dissidia Sequel Gameplay Clips →
So far they’ve announced 5 new characters in the sequel to Dissidia: Final Fantasy. We’ve got video showcasing of four of those characters in combat. Above is most…
From the Past: 25th Anniversary Wii Limited... →
Yep, it’s still the 25th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. The limited edition Wii version of Super Mario All-Stars came out last week, and it offers a ton of nostalgic value for…
Elder Scrolls 5 is Coming: Next Stop, Skyrim →
It’s official: after so much time in the Wasteland, Bethesda Softworks is taking us back to Tamriel. The latest chapter of The Elder Scrolls has been announced. The Elder Scrolls 5:…
Field Review: the Pentax K-5 (Day 1) →
The Pentax K-5, A little fist with a big punch. At least that’s what I’m feeling so far when using it. I’ve had the unit for a little while now and it is already starting to grow on…
Guillermo del Toro’s game project takes some shape →
When it was revealed to MTV in September that director Guillermo del Toro - most famous for Hellboy and Pan’s Labyrinth - was working with THQ on a new series of games, the…
Spacious Thoughts: Landscape Photography and... →
In the first spacious thought, I discussed and suggested equipment for those starting out in landscape photography. I also had a nice gift guide for the Holiday season. Good…
From the Game: New Vegas Poker Set →
A few weeks ago, I covered the Fallout: New Vegas Collector’s Edition, a pretty awesome collection of New Vegas feelies piled on top of the already great (yet extremely, painfully buggy)…
Field Review: Cotton CarryLite (Day 2) →
Press shot of photographer with Carry-Lite and dual holsters.
Quick access to your gear without weight on your shoulders is something of a holy grail for many working – or walking –…
Nikon D90 Deal from B&H ending soon →
I love the Nikon D7000. It’s a great camera, but it’s not really good enough to replace my Nikon D90. Being somewhat frugal, I have to recommend this deal from B&H. I first…
The Cataclysm Line: The End of an Era →
I spent a good long while last night staring at the snow gently fall around the super-bright florescent parking lot lights outside a Best Buy. Oh yes, by now you’ve deduced that this is a…
What Style of Photography Do You Shoot? →
“You must try everything once to discover what you want to try again” -Unknown
I do not know where there quote comes from, but it holds true in my photography philosophy. As a perpetual…
Sigma 70-200mm F/2.8 EX OS Available for $1349 at... →
Remember our Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 EX OS review for Canon mount? Well it’s available for a sweet deal: $1349 at B&H. We were very impressed with this lens at the price point and…
Review: Nero Multimedia Suite 10 →
Nero’s latest offering, Multimedia Suite 10, is an excellent toolkit for the video inclined. You can burn, rip, convert, back up, organize and edit digital media. The suite is…
Monday Movie: Super Mario Bros. Z Episode 1 –... →
It’s that time again! This one is pretty famous, but if you haven’t seen it, here’s your shot. Super Mario Bros Z is the creation of Alvin Earthworm and is a successful mashup…
The 7 Most Evil Video Game Megacorps →
Evil empires and invading aliens are so passe. The big villainous prize these days is the malevolent megacorporation. Take your everyday Pfizer, Blackwater, or ADM, give them billions…
Donate To Help Children’s Hospitals Provide Toys... →
Former ThePhoblographer staffer Will Greenwald is trying to organize a massive donation for Child’s Play and Penny Arcade. The point: to raise money for toys to be given to…
Instant Rebate on the Olympus EP-2 →
We finished our review of the Olympus EP-2 a while back. We liked it: when paired with the right accessories. For the holiday season, the EP-2 is available with instant rebates:…
Why the Pentax K-x Makes A Stellar Holiday Gift →
The K-x in Red
Sure, the Pentax K-x isn’t new and the K-5 and K-r seem very promising. But for the price point, this little camera is quite the bang-for-your-buck DSLR….
Use Our ThinkTank Photo Banner on the Side and Get... →
Today, we have a great announcement: ThePhoblographer is now partnered with ThinkTank Photo. If you choose to use our special banner on the side (or the previous link) and make…
Use Our ThinkTank Photo Banner on and Get Free Bag →
Today, we have a great announcement: ThePhoblographer is now partnered with ThinkTank Photo. If you choose to use our special banner on the side (or the previous link) and make…
Friday Flick: Nuclear Coleslaw: Episode 4 –... →
Hey, it’s that time again! Today’s clip is the last in the Fallout short series thus far. More videos to come soon!
Donate to Child’s Play, Get a Video Game Movie... →
It’s that time of year again, when everyone turns their minds toward the holiday season and the good folks at Penny Arcade work to raise toys for childrens’…
The Phoblographer’s Essential Wedding Resource... →
We’ve written lots and lots on wedding photography here at The Phoblographer. So it’s only fair that we give you a full listing of all the postings we’ve written in one place to make it…
Sony Bravia KDL-22PX300 contains built-in PS2 →
The Sony BRAVIA KDL-22PX300 HDTV hit store shelves today in the UK (GamerZines via That VideoGame Blog), and you might be wondering why that’s worth mentioning until you come to…
From the Game: LittleBigPlanet Sackboy Action... →
Sackboy from LittleBigPlanet is easily one of the most adorable game series mascots we’ve seen in the last decade. He’s just a smiling dude made from burlap, buttons, and a zipper. While…
Photography at Pop Culture Conventions and What... →
Exposure 0.02 sec (1/50) Aperture f/5.6 Focal Length 50 mm ISO Speed 400
Photography at pop culture can be fun, interesting, and precarious times. These events not only present the…
Call of Duty: Black Ops Review: Good, But I’m... →
Who would have thought World War II kept both Infinity Ward and Treyarch grounded in reality? Ever since Call of Duty moved to the “modern” style of warfare, the plots have become…
SnapKnot is Sending One Lucky Shooter to WPPI →
Online Wedding Photography Hub, SnapKnot, is giving a way a free registration to WPPI’s Las Vegas trade show. The show, on February 21-23, 2011, is a chance to explore the latest…
The Beginner’s Guide to Increasing Image... →
Camera Nikon D90. Exposure 0.017 sec (1/60) Aperture f/5.6 Focal Length 200 mm ISO Speed 200
As photographers, there are a lot of us who want our images to be seen. We like to tell…
