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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Make more of your photos
- We all want to make the most of our wedding photos and a new service from totalPIX makes it very easy with their beautifully bound photobooks.Like all the best ideas, the idea of a photobook is very simple. Until now if you wanted to compile your own wedding album you first needed to get your photos printed. Unless you have a very expensive photo-quality printer, this meant getting them pri...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The well-dressed photographer - summer
- Outdoor photographers shoot year round. That includes the hot summer. You may be surprised to learn that the best way to tolerate the heat is not to strip down to your skivvies. Instead, using the right products and wearing clothing designed to face the challenges of summer will help you keep your cool.Safety FirstOne of the first concerns to being outside is exposure to the sun. Not...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Photography courses online
- There are also some excellent online courses available and some of them are free, just type "Photography free online courses" into your search engine. Morguefile is an example they offer sound technical advice on a variety of subjects, as well as aspects of types of photography, it is a good point to start with, showing the resources Jodie Coston, a freelance photographer, has made avail...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Digital photography: the raw vs jpg debate
- If you use a digital camera (I use a Canon EOS Digital Rebel/300D myself) and that camera is an SLR, then it most likely can record images in RAW format. In general, you should record your images at the highest resolution possible. If you only have a small memory card and are worried that you can only record a few RAW images on it, then it's time to buy a bigger card! [They don't cost much these d...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Picture framing for photographers - part 2
- There are two sources for obtaining the moulding for making a frame. You can firstly start with a straight piece of timber, and using a home routing system make your own moulding shape with a rebate to take the art work. Alternatively you can pick from a large range of ready finished mouldings available from your local frame shop or hardware store. I recommend the latter. It's easier, the choice i...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Extreme digital photography: beyond point-and-shoot
- When my old Olympus digital camera got broke while caving during a family camping trip, I had mixed feelings. For quite some time I had felt that the quality of some of my pictures was hampered by the limitations of that camera, but I did not look forward to spending the money on a new one.The old camera wasn't bad, but there were certain situations where it was difficult to get good pictur...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Understanding digital photography
- Most serious photographers and all professionals use a Single Lens Reflex camera (SLR), the definition of an SLR camera is that the image is captured exactly as you see it in the viewfinder. However there are now two types of SLR the single lend reflex film (SLRF) and the single lens digital (SLD). They are both single lens camera, but digital does not use film and the resulting image can be proce...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Digital camera memory cards
- A digital camera accessory you should purchase is a spare memory card. Most cameras are sold with a 'starter' memory card that is usually a low capacity card that's enough to take a few sample photos on, but not enough for day-to-day use.What is a memory card?A memory card is the little removable piece of plastic that your camera uses to store your photos. Memory cards come in differ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Tips for purchasing a digital camera lens
- Your lens is an essential element to good photographs. It's not just your camera. People spend thousands of dollars on a good camera and neglect the lens.Change that around! Make sure you buy a good camera lens when purchasing a camera. Buy a good camera as well, but don't neglect a good camera lens.Why? Your camera is just the 'holder' for the photograph. The lens is what your camer...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 8 simple tips for taking great baby photos
- Taking pictures of your new baby is a great way to preserve life long memories. Baby pictures can also make great postcards, keepsakes, or baby shower gifts. Here are some simple tips to get great baby pictures:1) Avoid bright light - Babies are especially sensitive to bright light including harsh sunlight and flash photography. If possible, try to take photos during the day when flash phot...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Digital camera basics
- Digital Camera Basics? The VocabularyShopping for a digital camera can be a difficult task considering the sheer number of choices out there. The number of manufacturers, models, and price ranges that need to be sorted out make the process difficult enough, but throw in all the buzz-words that need to be understood, and even a short list of cameras can become difficult to analyze.Thi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Hyperfocal focusing: what is it and why should you use it?
- When should you use hyperfocal focusing? Well, sometimes when shooting a landscape, you want everything sharp from the front to the back of the scene. Setting a small aperture such as f/16, f/22 or even f/32 can help, but if you really want to maximize depth of field, hyperfocal focusing is the technique you need to use.To do this, you need a camera where you can switch to manual focusing a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Start a photography business from home
- Anyone with the right camera equipment, and the necessary skills can set up a home business, marketing photography. You need only to convert a room of your house into an office, and then you can work immediately.With modern technology in the form of SLR digital cameras, you do not even need the room for a dark room. You need only to have a personal computer and a photo-editing program. The ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Taking professional quality pictures
- By now I'm sure you've used Either a digital or film camera. You've taken pictures and had them developed and just weren't satisfied with the Quality. You don't need to be a professional or have a really expensive camera to take good photos. Here are some tips that can help you take your photo's from 0-100 in no time. Master your camera (Focus, Flash, Red-Eye, Shooting Modes, etc) T...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Picture framing for photographers - part 1
- Imagine being able to frame all your own photographs just as well as a professional. You can save enough money to easily pay for all the necessary tools, and the convenience of being able to do it yourself frees you from having to get someone else do it. If you're an amateur a mount cutter, a frame clamp and a hand-operated frame joining tool is all the equipment you need to make professional look...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Top 10 digital cameras - what you need to know about them
- There are a large number of top 10 digital camera lists available on the Internet today. Each one of them is different and they all have different sets of criteria, on the basis of which these lists are compiled.However, it is not necessary that a top 10 list by a particular site is the top 10 list for you. Since every camera user has his/her own preferences, it is not really correct to ass...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Fuji digital cameras
- Fuji digital cameras entered the market in the late 90's. Started in Japan in 1934, Fuji has always tried to stay ahead of the pack. The history of this company is rather interesting so let us take a look at it.Started in a small Japanese in the foothills of Mt. Fuji, the Fuji Film Co. Ltd was founded in the year 1934. At that time, no one could imagine that such a small camera making compa...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Hp digital cameras - history and beyond
- HP has started making digital cameras only recently. However, the firm provides a one-stop-shop for all digital facilities. The company has made a large number of innovations over the years. Let us view the interesting history of this company.Started by two Stanford University graduates, Dave Packard and Bill Hewlett in 1938 in a rented garage with a mere working capital of $538 - Hewlett P...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Kodak digital cameras - the giant comes to digital
- George Eastman, founder of Kodak is world renowned today. Digital cameras or cinematography, Kodak has excelled in all fields. In this article, we will view the rich history of Kodak's rise.It all started in the year 1879 for Kodak, when George Eastman obtained an American patent for his plate coating machine and started manufacturing dry plates. In 1888, Eastman introduced the concept of m...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Nikon digital cameras - cool(pix) and functional
- Even though Nikon entered the camera world by 1948, today its digital cameras are well known everywhere. The company started small but always dreamed big. Here is a historical review of Nikon.Nikon was one of the late starters in the camera world. It established itself after the end of the World War II with the launch of the Nikon I in the year 1948. It took Nikon three years to develop thi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Olympus digital cameras - digging into the history
- One of the oldest companies, Olympus has had a long and historical journey. Olympus digital cameras are being used all over the world today. Let us take a look at the glorious history of Olympus here.Olympus was started way back in the year 1919 under the name of Takachiho Seisakusho. In fact, the first optical product made by the company was not a camera, but a microscope! The name 'Olympu...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Panasonic digital cameras - the history behind their cameras
- Panasonic is a world-renowned consumer electronics company today. Its digital cameras have recently entered the market. In this article, we will view the story of Panasonic and some of the latest cameras which have been launched by the company in the market.The inception of Panasonic took place in the year 1918 on a small work table in the house of Konosuke Matsushita. At that time, Matsush...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Sony digital cameras - always on the innovation frontier
- Sony was the first company to introduce digital cameras into the market. Today, Sony is one of the leaders in the digital revolution. Its historical journey began in 1946 in a small room. Let us see the rise of this company in this article.Did you know that the first product manufactured by Sony was a rice-cooker! Yes, that is true. Started in 1946 by Masaru Ibuka and Akio Morita in a small...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What you need to buy a digital camera wholesale
- Digital cameras are available in several price ranges today. They can be purchased wholesale as well as retail. Whether your budget is a mere $30 or $300, you are sure to find a camera within the given price range. However, you might have to compromise on some of the features that you will get in the deal.So, what do you do if you want the best at the cheapest price? The answer to this ques...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Megapixel cameras: how many megapixels do you need?
- Knowing which megapixel camera to buy can be intimidating. There are literally hundreds of models of digital cameras out on the market today. How can you know how many megapixels you'll need?Megapixels: The More the MerrierFor the most part, I would suggest that you get the highest megapixel rated digital camera you can afford. Having said that though, there are some considerations y...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Make your digital camera batteries last longer
- One technology that hasn't kept up with the rapid pace of new digital cameras is camera batteries. The more features a camera has, the quicker it seems to use up precious battery power. There are three features of digital cameras that chew up battery life the quickest:- LCD Screen. This is by far the most power thirsty feature in digital cameras. You can turn the screen off to conserve powe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Use a tripod!
- Using a tripod is essential when taking photos - and not just for night shots. To get ultra crisp and sharp pictures, your camera cannot move at all when the shutter is open. In some circumstances, even the tiny movements your hand makes are enough to make a slightly blurry image. The best way to ensure your camera does not move is to use a tripod or other camera stand.On sunny days or when...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Get closer to your subject
- Almost any shot will look better if you take two or three steps closer to your subject. Filling the frame entirely with your subject will make a terrific difference to your photos.Alternatively, instead of moving closer, use the Optical Zoom of your camera to get a close up shot. Don't use your Digital Zoom as it will degrade your image quality.When taking shots of family and friends...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Digital camera bags - purchasing and using
- Some compact cameras are small enough to fit in your handbag or pocket, but I still recommend purchasing a camera case. It will save your camera from unnecessary wear and tear.What do you put in your camera bag? I place my camera, spare batteries and memory cards, a cleaning kit and any extra lenses or filters I want to take on the day into my camera bag.Don't pack everything in your...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Diffusion & softening of digital photography images
- Like many people who've made the switch from film cameras to digital, I've discovered that the lens tools I once used so effectively on my cameras to soften, diffuse and vignette my images for quality "finished" professional results won't do for digital what they did for film.I'm sure it's arguable by some that their diffusers still work fine, and I too have discovered that some t...
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