David Crewe

Staff Writer

David J. Crewe is an award winning commercial photographer, writer, retoucher, and videographer currently based out of Los Angeles, California. When not working on a film or tv set, David can be found creating content for clients like Nike, Amazon Originals, Mike Tyson, Ford, NBC/Universal, Harman Kardon, or nearly any Comic Convention in the country.

Articles by David Crewe

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TerraMaster F8 SSD Plus NAS Review: Tiny, Fast, Quiet, and Impressive

TerraMaster's F8 SSD Plus NAS was released recently and is designed for users who demand high-speed performance that can travel with them and doesn't create excessive noise like its SATA Drive siblings. The new system seems to cater to professionals and casual users who need fast network storage that doesn't take up a lot of space in their homes or offices. The question is, does it deliver on its promise, and is it worth the price?

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Zhiyun Weebill 3E Cinepeer Gimbal Review: A Great Starting Point for Content Creators

Gimbals have become an essential tool for filmmakers and content creators who demand smooth, professional-quality footage while on the move. With the Weebill 3E Cinepeer, Zhiyun continues its legacy of affordable, compact, and surprisingly useful stabilizers that offer high-end performance at a mid-range price. But how does it hold up in real-world scenarios?

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Using K&F CONCEPT Accessories To Elevate Your Photography Game

In the photography world, we're always looking for something that will help us get our work done just a little bit faster, a little bit easier, and a little bit better. It might be a lighter but sturdier tripod, a bigger and more useful backpack, or even filters to help get that tricky shot without having to spend hours in Photoshop after the fact. There's really no shortage of increasing quality and innovation in the products available for a photographer's kit, which is why K&F CONCEPT gear is so interesting.

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These Incredible Moon Mission Photos Are Actually Lego Scenes

For many children, Lego provides a fun way to be creative and learn new skills. For some, Lego becomes a lifelong passion that continues to transport them to imaginative new places. Photographer Benedek Lampert is one of these people, as evidenced by his latest project that uses clever Lego building and brilliant photography skills to recreate space photos.

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Dockcase Studio Smart Hub Review: Eight Ports in One Small Dock

As a creative who often has to travel for my clients, the amount of gear and accessories needed to get a job done can often lead to a lot of headaches when trying to get everything connected to my laptop, especially if I'm shooting large campaigns where I need to ingest a ton of data.

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Sirui Expands ‘Sniper’ APS-C Series With 16mm and 75mm f/1.2 Lenses

Sirui has announced the expansion of two new autofocus lenses for its budget-friendly f/1.2 Sniper series. The addition of the $399 16mm wide-angle and 75mm telephoto lenses for the APS-C system complements existing 23mm, 33mm, and 56mm lenses, offering creatives a much more comprehensive set of tools to capture whatever life throws at them.

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NAS Devices for Photographers On a Budget: UGreen vs Terramaster

Network-attached storage (NAS) is arguably one of the most versatile and accessible ways to store your most important data. While cloud services have become the "norm" for backup evangelists, a local backup method is vital for creatives dealing with massive volumes of photos daily.