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My friend wanted to begin shooting digital images of small objects for his company’s website, so he asked me to get him a deal on an expensive, full-frame D-SLR. The images were to be used primarily online at low resolution, and occasionally in an HTML e-mail newsletter. They were using a professional photographer to shoot the artwork for brochures, packaging, and their trade show booth.

A Primer On Memory Cards; Sometimes You Need A Memory Card Scorecard Before You Buy

Jon Sienkiewicz | Nov 01, 2008 | 0 comments

The man at the discount store carefully examined every item on the rack, pulling each forward while scrutinizing it with squinted eyes. “It’s harder than finding the right watch battery,” he said under his breath. “There are plenty to choose between, but which is the right one?”

I found out later he was looking for a high-capacity SDHC card for his...

Memory Loss; “Don’t Panic…You Might Be Able To Get Those Images Back!”

Jon Sienkiewicz | Nov 01, 2008 | 0 comments

Someday an innovative manufacturer will market a memory card that changes color as it fills with images, then changes back again when it’s downloaded. Such a feature would make it easier to determine which cards are ready for formatting. That wouldn’t stop us from accidentally deleting a keeper now and again, but it might help us steer clear of total calamity. However, until...

Lens News Lens Reviews

After The Kit Lens; Tips On Expanding Your Optical Options

Jon Sienkiewicz | Apr 01, 2008 | 0 comments

Now that you've mastered the standard zoom lens that came with your D-SLR, you have to be asking yourself "what's next?" You bought a D-SLR instead of a compact camera so that you could change lenses. The question is: which lens to buy first? The answer is easy, but it all depends on what kind of pictures you like to take.

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Raw Processing Options; A Sampler For Every Camera & Budget

Jon Sienkiewicz | Mar 01, 2008 | 1 comments

Shooting JPEG images is similar to shooting color negative film and handing the roll to a photo lab for processing and printing. The results--overall--are generally good. But someone else is making decisions about sharpness, white balance, saturation, and other vital parameters that determine how the final image looks. In the case of digital cameras, a group of engineers...

Digital Darkroom

Digital Housekeeping; Deleted But Not Defeated; Recovering Accidentally Deleted Images

Jon Sienkiewicz | May 01, 2007 | 0 comments

Stop shooting! That’s the first thing to do when you accidentally delete an image file or inadvertently format a memory card full of images.

Optimum Optical Accessories; Binoculars For Photographers

Jon Sienkiewicz | May 01, 2007 | 0 comments

Manufacturers/Distributors
S. Bower, Inc.
(800) 446-7244
www.bowerusa.com

Bushnell Corporation
(800) 423-3537
www.bushnell.com

Canon U.S.A., Inc.
(800) 652-2666
http://www.usa.canon.com"...

Optimum Optical Accessories; Binoculars For Photographers

Jon Sienkiewicz | May 01, 2007 | 0 comments

You have a bag full of lenses, but you need a pair of binoculars, too. Binoculars are a true "crossover" accessory that are useful when you're out taking pictures--but are equally useful when pursuing other pastimes, like watching your kids play soccer, or checking out the birds that frequent your back yard feeder.

Externally, binoculars look...

Photo Backpacks; Amiable Traveling Companions For Your Gear

Jon Sienkiewicz | May 01, 2007 | 0 comments

It's been said that every gadget bag is a compromise between how well it protects your gear and how easily your equipment can be accessed. This is especially true with photo backpacks. But if you need to carry a heavy load of gear into the field, a properly fitted backpack is hard to beat. Besides cost, there are five points to consider when selecting a backpack. How you...

Pro Techniques

When Cameras Get Wet; Things To Do After A Dousing

Jon Sienkiewicz | May 01, 2007 | 1 comments

Water. Even a small amount can turn your favorite camera into a worthless, grisly paperweight.

If your camera gear gets in the drink, there's only a slim chance you can save it. But you can improve your odds if you follow these tips.

Act Fast
If your camera gets wet, it's important to act quickly. If you're outdoors...

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