Harry Guinness
Contributing since September, 2016
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About Harry Guinness
Harry Guinness writes occasionally when he’s not busy skiing, sailing, partying, lifting weights, or otherwise dodging responsibility. His main areas of interest are himself, gin, and crazy people with interesting stories to tell. When people won’t pay him to write ill-thought-out opinion pieces, he covers photography, technology, and culture. You can follow him on Twitter.
Latest Articles
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If your smartphone photos are coming out too dark or bright, it's an easy fix!
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Mirrorless cameras were meant to be small. So, what happened?
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If you're switching from a DSLR to a mirrorless camera and want to save some cash, a lens adapter might be a sensible trade-off.
Are Your Smartphone Photos Blurry? Here's Why
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What Is a Periscope Lens for Smartphone Cameras?
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