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Pentax Announces the K-30: DSLR Built to be Tough

Pentax Announces the K-30: DSLR Built to be Tough

Pentax today announces the introduction of its new weather and dust resistant digital SLR camera – the PENTAX K-30. Ideal for photographers with active outdoor lifestyles, the new PENTAX K-30 combines a compact, lightweight body with many advanced features found only in higher end DSLR camera models, such as a weather, dust and cold resistant body, a glass prism optical finder with 100% field of view, state-of-the-art autofocusing, and full HD video recording capabilities.

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Using Light in Timelapse Photography

Using Light in Timelapse Photography

For most photographers, Yosemite National Park will be forever associated with the great Ansel Adams. His iconic images have become a benchmark for landscape photographers worldwide. Technology and techniques have marched on since Adam’s day and one of the most dynamic and visually arresting trends in modern, digital photography is that of the time-lapse sequence. In this fantastic video, visual artist Shawn Reeder demonstrates his not inconsiderable talents in the field with his incredible sequences of Yosemite.

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Photographers in Asia and U.S. Attempt to Capture Rare Ring of Fire Eclipse

Photographers in Asia and U.S. Attempt to Capture Rare Ring of Fire Eclipse

Thousands of photographers across Asia and the western United States watched as a rare “ring of fire” eclipse crossed their skies. The eclipse occurs when the moon passes in front of the sun, leaving only a golden ring visible. (May 20).

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Sony Alpha A37 with Translucent Mirror Technology

Sony Alpha A37 with Translucent Mirror Technology

The new α37 camera is the latest to feature Sony’s acclaimed Translucent Mirror Technology, which delivers a potent combination of fast shooting, non-stop phase detection autofocus and continuous live image preview during still and full HD video (60i/24p) shooting. This innovative technology also allows the new α37 camera to grab split-second action with a burst of sharply focused images.

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Sony Announces the Mirrorless Alpha NEX-F3

Sony Announces the Mirrorless Alpha NEX-F3

Sony’s α NEX-F3 digital camera delivers professional quality photos with a compact, pocket-sized body, allowing consumers to explore the creative world of high-quality, interchangeable lens photography in a refreshingly fun and entertaining way.

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How to Create the Illusion of Fire with Light Painting

How to Create the Illusion of Fire with Light Painting

Dennis Calvert has devised a surprisingly uncomplicated method to make a light painting self-portrait in which he appears to be on fire. Outside of some pretty standard photography gear (camera, tripod, and a speedlight) all you need to take one of these for yourself is an electric glow stick. To make things even easier, Calvert put together a short […]

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The Downfall of Flickr

The Downfall of Flickr

Yahoo can’t catch a break. Within a week of their CEO being thrown out for lying on his resume, Gizmodo just published an excellent detailed article chronicling the company’s turbulent history and continuous decline entitled How Yahoo Killed Flickr. Previously one of the most popular photo sharing services, it is quickly being left behind in the industry. I personally hated having to create a Yahoo login in order to then create a Flickr login following the acquisition, Gizmodo chronicles all these decision points.

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Canon SLR Cameras Used to Film Stunts in The Avengers

Canon SLR Cameras Used to Film Stunts in The Avengers

Canon is proud to announce that its EOS 5D Mark II and 7D Digital SLR cameras have been used on the set of Marvel’s latest movie, “Marvel’s The Avengers,” to capture thrilling point-of-view (POV) action shots that can be seamlessly intercut with footage from the film’s principal 35mm and digital cinematography cameras to heighten the film’s visual impact.

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Exposure and Photography

Exposure and Photography

In photography, there are three fundamental aspects that every photographer should familiarize themselves with: aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. The video below does a great job of laying out the basics in an easily understandable manner. If you’ve been wondering how to take images with just the right exposure, have a look: These three elements […]

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Photography Site Search Engine Optimization Tips

Photography Site Search Engine Optimization Tips

Almost every professional photographer I speak to about lead generation asks me the same question at some point during our conversation: “How can I get more website visitors from the search engines without having to pay for expensive ads?” While Google AdWords and paid advertisements on select photographer directories might bring in some website traffic, […]

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