This article is geared toward individuals who already have a basic knowledge of working with SLR cameras and want to try out the bird’s eye vantage point. There are many books out there filled with a lot of great information on this subject, but as with anything else, all of this information can seem daunting […]
Panasonic today announces a new addition to the LUMIX G Series of Compact Systems Cameras (CSC), the LUMIX DMC-G3, the company’s smallest and lightest digital interchangeable lens camera with a viewfinder to date. This new class of CSC offers a lighter weight and smaller size not seen in traditional DSLRs, thus providing greater portability and creative control. The LUMIX G3 features a new 16.0-megapixel sensor that produces rich, true-to-life, high quality images, plus 1920 x 1080 full-High Definition (HD) video recording capability with stereo sound in AVCHD. The Panasonic LUMIX G3 is the ideal hybrid, offering superb still and video capabilities with easy-to-use features so users at any level can create professional-quality images.
Are you aware that ISO speeds of different levels each have their very own pros and cons? If you do not know it already, there’s no perfect ISO rating for whatever situation you may be in. Nonetheless, when you know which level of ISO speed to use for the situation you’re in, you can optimize […]
Panasonic today announces the new 16.1-megapixel LUMIX DMC-FH7, which features an incredibly slim and stylish design, making this new digital camera easy to carry – and with intuitive touch-controls, it’s also easy to use. While the LUMIX FH7 is a stylish standout, it does not compromise on performance, featuring a retractable high-quality 28mm wide-angle LEICA DC lens with an impressive 4x optical zoom and High Definition video capabilities that record in 1280 x 720p at a smooth 24 fps, producing clear and vivid images.
Taking photos is easy, but taking good photos requires more than just having a camera. If you think you are not capable of taking good pictures, you may have considered taking photography courses. Melbourne, Brisbane, and Sydney residents have a lot of options to choose from when they want to learn photography from a professional, […]
Extreme Perspectives – An Introduction to Mountain Photography by Alexandre Buisse was just released today and offers an exhilarating introduction into adventure photography. The author focuses on mountain images—specifically climbing and mountaineering. However, almost all of the content presented in this eBook would apply equally well to any outdoor activity: kayaking, hiking, fell running, mountain […]
If you want to photograph your subject from head to toe carefully choose your aperture setting to allow your subject to be totally in focus. If you are still shooting wide open at a 2.8 for instance, your depth of field is too shallow to have your subject in full focus. Close down your aperture to about a 5.6, don’t take your shutter speed lower than 1/125 because it will cause blur, increase your ISO to 200 and see if you can bring enough light in to get a great shot. This is assuming you are shooting in shade or at dusk or both. These settings are suggestions to get you to understand what I am saying, so play around with different combination’s to find out what works best.
The holiday season is here and many of us are rushing to get gifts or simply looking for the best deals. Whether you are in the market for new equipment or looking for help & training on becoming a better photographer, there are some great sales going on right now. We will continue to update this list as more great offers are found or released – stay tuned!
Do you shoot RAW? Here are some of the reasons you might or might not want to switch over. Advantages of RAW Format In Your Photography RAW images lead to better image quality after editing. Digital cameras normally deliver your image in JPEG format after compressing the image inside the processor. When you edit the JPEG […]
Millions of people around the world are already using their iPhone, iPad or Android to browse the internet and often preview the photographers that they may hire for their next project or event. Have you ever viewed your photography portfolio website on a mobile phone or device? Chances are, there may be some compatibility and […]
