tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58755875878692565332023-09-25T02:03:25.674-07:00Canon Powershot and DSLR Digital CamerasKeep up with new entries into the digital market by Canon.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.comBlogger72125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-18846207274608523602013-05-27T11:33:00.000-07:002013-05-27T18:29:59.532-07:00Canon EOS Rebel SL1 (aka Canon Rebel 100d)<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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Canon has done it again, this time with a smaller version of the DSLR than the world has ever known.<br />
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That's right, the new <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/canon-rebel-sl12" target="_blank">Canon EOS Rebel SL1</a><a href="http://www.squidoo.com/canon-rebel-sl12" target="_blank"> </a>(outside the US it is known as the 100D) is allegedly the smallest DSLR known to mankind.<br />
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Now, I don't own every DSLR known to man, but I do own 3 Rebels (including the SL1) and a Canon 30D. I can report that this camera is, indeed, tiny and light.<br />
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So far, I like it. And, additionally, I really like the new kit lens. It's still a 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 lens, but it has been improved. It now has the STM attached to its name. Can I tell you that the image quality is pretty amazing, especially compared to the older kit lens I got with my T3i.<br />
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If you are familiar with the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_single-lens_reflex_camera" target="_blank">history of Canon Rebel cameras</a>, you know they are the first DSLR camera priced under $1000, and I have owned a Rebel since the very first 300D. I have always gotten great pictures with them. When the T3i came out, I decided it was time for an upgrade because the folks at Canon had done some really good engineering to get the video up to snuff. That was no mistake. I really love my T3i.<br />
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And I love my T4i, as well. Don't ask me why I have both. I'm still trying to figure that one out. I had intended to try it out and sell my T3i if I liked it, or, if I was not too impressed, send it back. But, alas, I still have both.<br />
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And now I have the baby brother 100D along with them. I have not decided yet which one to part with.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BW6LY2Y/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00BW6LY2Y&linkCode=as2&tag=digital2121-20" target="_blank">Click here for the best price on the tiny new Rebel.</a> </h3>
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The new Rebel has the same 18 megapixel sensor and processor, but in a much smaller body. The light weight is nice, but not absolutely a game changer for me.<br />
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I also have gotten used to the swivel LCD panel, which is not present in the new model. However, I will admit that the LCD is crisp and clear, and it has touch screen technology similar to the T4i (but absent on the T3i).<br />
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<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/0BG5wq-CXyQ" width="560"></iframe>Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-20174906595462029152013-04-14T13:15:00.001-07:002013-04-14T13:15:41.058-07:00Spring Flowers - Shoot 'em NowThe newest distraction for many is texting. It's illegal to text and dive.<br />
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For me, that's not a problem. But as I was driving yesterday, I realized that there is a <i>seasonal</i> driving hazard. The Spring flowers are so beautiful, they could cause accidents as drivers' eyes (mine) are drawn to them.<br />
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It's mid-April here in the Atlanta area, and the pollen count has reached its highest level of the year. Along with that comes the Spring flowers. Starting with daffodils and Bartlett pear trees, we have now progressed into Dogwoods, wisteria, tulips, creeping phlox, and many flowers I can't even identify along the roadsides.<br />
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Without a doubt, it is my favorite time of year to be carrying my camera everywhere I go. Below are a few of the photos I snapped during my drive yesterday.<br />
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This is pink Dogwood. </div>
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Purple Wisteria - ya gotta get it quick, because tomorrow it might be gone. </div>
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Cherry blossoms are blooming everywhere. </div>
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Tulips are everybody's favorite. </div>
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I wish I knew what this is.. my absolute favorite tree flower. </div>
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Many more examples at <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/photography-tips-for-spring-flower-pictures">Photography tips for Spring Flower Pictures</a>.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-54678387350108869552013-02-18T16:59:00.003-08:002013-02-18T16:59:55.427-08:00Bird Photography Success!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Photographing birds is so much fun and so uplifting, especially when you have some success.<br />
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Just recently, I had some of this success with my <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/canon-rebel-t4i" target="_blank">Canon Digital Rebel T4i</a> and a <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/sigma18-250" target="_blank">Sigma 18-250mm lens</a>. The result is obviously the photo on the right.<br />
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It's a pileated woodpecker. That's the bird they modeled Woody Woodpecker after. If you are familiar with good ole' Woody, you will immediately recognize the red plumes and black feathers.<br />
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Here's Woody - it's a picture from Wikipedia from the "Barber of Seville".</div>
The point here is that I was ready, camera at hand, all charged up and actually turned on when the opportunity presented itself.<br />
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<b>Here's how it happened. </b><br />
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I have several bird feeders right outside my kitchen window. Two have a mixture of seeds for wild birds and two have suet blocks.<br />
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I have been getting tons of bird traffic with these feeders. And the traffic has increased tremendously since I started buying quality bird seed instead of the stuff on Walmart's shelves (nothing against Walmart, but their bird seed is old and not so highly desired by the bird community that hangs out at my house).<br />
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So, I have been priming the birds for nearly 7 years, and during that time I have taken quite a few pictures of them. I used to sit outside on the deck, huddled inside a make-shift blind.<br />
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But then I snapped a few pictures from my kitchen window and discovered the quality barely suffered at all because of the window between me and the birds.<br />
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Anyway, last week I got my first glimpse of the pileated woodpecker, and my heart stopped (I'm pretty sure it stopped - I know I didn't breathe for quite awhile). It was a fleeting glance because it was on the opposite side of the suet feeder.<br />
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I devised a plan that would eventually end in the success you see here. I repositioned the suet holder so I could see both sides, and I prepared my camera for immediate action, placing it next to the window.<br />
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Then I watched... and watched.
Fortunately, it took only a few days before my newest photo subject returned. The sun was bright, which made for a really fast shutter and a nice sharp picture. I was able to snap off about 10 shots before the bird made its exit to the nearby tree, and then I was able to get a pretty decent shot of the bird in the tree, as well.<br />
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More success stories on my blog at <a href="http://waynerasku.com/">WayneRasku.com</a>.<br />
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Here's to your success, too!Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-61496604219102927722012-07-02T13:38:00.001-07:002012-07-02T13:38:33.742-07:00Canon Rebel T4i vs T3i<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Comparing the new Canon Rebel T4i and T3i turned out to be a fun exercise. It's actually the first time I have been able to do it with both cameras on hand, since I just purchased the T4i, and I already own the T3i.<br />
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First appearances can be deceptive. In this instance, the new Rebel looks just like a clone of the 600D (T3i). But if you look at the new digital SLR a bit further, you observe some astounding changes.<br />
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In order to "see" the reasons for a new release in this very popular camera series, you have to get your hands dirty, as it were. But first, take a look at the camera itself. You will have to find the name on the front of the camera to know which Rebel it actually is. The initial difference shows up on the mode dial at the top of the camera body.<br />
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Two new mode positions</h3>
What you will see is two new mode settings. They are "Hand Held Night" mode and "HDR with Backlight" mode.<br />
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The first new mode, "Hand-held Night" should be easy to figure out. Make use of this mode selection when it would typically be very difficult to get a good image due to the fact that the light is too low.<br />
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One of the sought features for new models is HDR. It gives the photographer a series of 3 shots, changing the exposure of each shot and then combining them into a single "High Dynamic Range" picture. This one feature is very attractive to a number of camera buyers.<br />
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New "Under the hood" Features</h3>
The brand new DIGIC 5 image processor is what drives this digital SLR. This is the first processor upgrade in quite some time. However, Canon has announced that this upgraded piece of hardware has 4 times the processing power of the DIGIC 4.<br />
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Going back a number of years, Canon Rebels (and more advanced models as well) have not increased the sensor size. It is an 18 megapixel CMOS sensor. Not only is this sensor in the latest Rebel models, but it is also the sensor of record in more professional models such as the Canon 60D and 7D.<br />
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In spite of being the same size, it is quite a bit different. The sensor is new in that it is a "hybrid CMOS AF" sensor. According to Canon, it is much better at recognizing focus such as face detection and continuous focus in Live View. Personally, this one difference between the T3i and my new T4i has possibly had the most impact.<br />
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"Visual Upgrades"</h3>
Canon is first out of the gate with a new feature to Digital SLR technology. <b>The Rebel T4i is the first digital SLR with a touch-screen LCD.</b> This is very cool, and it will entice some of you tekky folks with iPhone-like actions such as pinch to enlarge and swipe through your images by moving your finger across the LCD panel. Not only that, you can now select settings by touch. You don't have to learn which button to push or which direction to go using the myriad of selectors on the right side of the LCD screen.<br />
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ISO sensitivity has also been upgraded too. On the T3i, ISO max is 12800, but on the T4i that number has doubled to 25600.<br />
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The continuous shooting rate is yet another upgrade. Where the continuous shooting rate comes into play is in action photography, such as sports, pet activity, or children in constant motion. The new T4i has a continuous burst rate of 5.0fps vs 3.7fps in the T3i.<br />
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A new focus system which includes 9 cross-processing focus points vs one for the T3i is another impressive improvement. This focus system is similar to cameras that are considered in the pro and semi-pro range of digital SLRs.<br />
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Three elements of video have been upgraded.<br />
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* The T4i now has continuous auto focus in video mode. This is huge if you are one who shoots a lot of video.<br />
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* Touch screen focus is the second enhancement to video. Simply touch the interactive LCD, and the camera will focus on the point you indicated.<br />
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* Additionally, there is also better audio input. There are now two stereo mics repositioned on top of the camera to pick up sound much better. The videographer can also set the sound input level, something new for a Canon Rebel camera.<br />
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In general, the new Rebel T4i is looking good.<br />
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Posted by Wayne Rasku - <a href="http://waynerasku.com/canon-rebel-t4i-vs-t3i/" target="_blank">WayneRasku.com </a>Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-19613828291753792372012-01-15T04:50:00.000-08:002012-04-28T05:20:37.468-07:00Canon Rebel T3i For Macro Photography - 4 Helpful Tips<h2>
Macro Photography With A Canon Rebel T3i</h2>
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Are you preparing to dive into macro, or close-up photography with your new <a href="http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/canon-rebel-t3i-macro-photography/" target="_blank">Canon Rebel T3i</a> Macro, or close-up, photography is at the top of many "I want to learn how to do this" lists, but, for some reason, it gets pushed to the back burner. Well, there is no time like the present to get started. With your T3i, it is ever so uncomplicated.<br />
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Should you already have a macro lens for these pictures, excellent. However, if you don't own one of those costly lenses especially manufactured for close-up work, have no fear, extension tubes are here! With a cheap set of extension tubes, you will be able to change almost any lens into a macro lens. Extension tubes fit between the lens and the camera and increase the distance from the lens to the camera sensor. This allows the camera to focus at a closer distance and essentially magnifies the image.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Macro photography - vintage buttons captured with Canon Rebel T3i and Sigma 105 macro lens</td></tr>
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One of the best things about taking extremely close pictures of objects is the detail that is revealed. In close-up images, there are things that we would never notice. But take a close up shot and you will experience many OMG moments.<br />
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The fact is that this photographer, yours truly, had one of those moments when I created my very first macro image. That's when I began to take pictures of every bug that would stay in the view finder long enough. And when there was no bug available, I took pictures of flowers. I didn't realize that there are so many other interesting subjects to shoot in the tiny world of close up photography. Actually, almost any small object is worthy of your attention, including parts of your clothing like buttons and zippers as well as things like eyes and fingers. The only limitation is your imagination.<br />
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Here are a few hints to get you started on your macro photography journey with the Rebel T3i</h3>
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<li><b>Start your engine</b>. Even though this might sound too obvious, many of us get stuck in the mud, as it were, simply trying to figure out how to do something. While you could take lots of time to look for classes and study until you know all there is to know, instead, you can just start snapping. Training as the need arises is a great way to learn. Actually, "on the job" training works really well in photography.</li>
<li><b>Permit poor results.</b> This sort of goes "hand-in-hand" with hint #1. If you are afraid to make mistakes, you will never experience the thrill of what you discover through those mistakes. Some of your best shots will come as a result of something you did "wrong."</li>
<li><b>Tripods are our friends.</b> Close-up photos are prone to give the photographer lots of blur when trying to hand-hold the camera. In addition to the tripod, you can benefit from using the shutter release timer on your T3i, or you can get an inexpensive remote shutter release.</li>
<li><b>Use Live View and focus manually</b>. The Canon Rebel T3i has a fantastic feature that makes macro photography so much easier than most other cameras. It is the digital zoom feature when in Live View. Digital zoom is used to get a closer view of the subject so you can focus more accurately. At 5 times the magnification (or even 10 times), you can see clearly to focus. Personally, this is the feature that made me a believer in the Canon Rebel T3i.</li>
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That's it. Pretty simple, right? Hopefully, these few hints will get you started (and hooked).Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-74513306834167115252012-01-07T12:40:00.000-08:002012-01-07T12:40:05.024-08:00Street Photography Tips For Your Canon Rebel T3iStreet photography is one means to make use of your <a href="http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/">Canon Rebel T3i</a> camera as a creative tool. But the camera is just half of the formula. You will also need a decent <a href="http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/canon-rebel-lens/">Canon Rebel lens</a> for shooting portraits. That's where one of <a href="http://www.canoneoslenses.org/50mm-lens-for-canon/">Canon's 50mm lens</a> designs will qualify. There are three possibilities, those being the f/1.8, the f/1.4, and the f/1.2.<br />
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This was taken with a Canon 50mm lens on a 5D. Click the photo to see more.</div><hr />Your choice as to which of these lenses you use is not as crucial as it might seem, considering the big difference in price. The f/1.8 is the cheapest bargain at about $100. After that the prices go up to about $350 for the f/1.4 and over $1000 for the f/1.2. Granted, the quality of build is undoubtedly different, but the image quality can be very close with all three.<br />
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But, in addition to the lens and camera, there's one more obstacle. If you are not comfortable talking with strangers, this could be a struggle for you to approach someone you don't know to ask for permission to make their picture. However, when you have tried it and succeeded more than once, it will become less difficult. This is particularly true once you see the amazing results. Street portraits are much more exciting than your common family portrait. That is, unless your cousin Jeremy or Auntie Claire is a colorful character and just as fascinating as some of the people you will meet at down-town locations and malls.<br />
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There are <b>5 camera tips</b> which you might utilize to help you to be able to get those amazing shots after you get past the problem of shyness.<br />
<ol><li><b>Never ever head out without having the digital camera.</b> All of us do it, but it is a better plan to keep on telling yourself that you shouldn't ever leave the house without it. After a couple of weeks of bringing the camera every time you depart office or home, and it is going to grow to be second nature. Absolutely nothing (well, practically nothing) more frustrating than coming upon a fantastic photo op out on the street when you don't have the picture taking tools in hand. And this doesn't imply that you have to carry the whole camera bag along with you. You simply need your Rebel and dependable Canon Rebel lens.</li>
<li> <b>You want to keep Canon 50mm lens on the dslr camera.</b> You will find a couple of advantages of making use of this lens in lieu of one of the different choices. First, the 50mm is a nearly ideal portrait lens because of the high quality and huge aperture. And next, it's smaller and lightweight. It will not wear you out carrying it for a couple of hours. Furthermore, some folks can be put off by a large, showy piece of glass.</li>
<li><b>Avoid the use of your flash.</b> You will get natural shots with no flash, and on the street, this is also true. You can use the large aperture of the 50mm lens to obtain a good fast shutter speed, and if the brightness is very low, just boost the ISO of the Canon Rebel to speed up the shutter.</li>
<li><b>Be ready before you decide to ask permission.</b> Make sure all your camera configurations are accurate prior to approaching your prospect. It could actually ruin your possibilities if you have to stop and set fool with your camera as the subject is waiting for you.</li>
<li><b>Have your model release forms ready.</b> If you're going to display your photos in a public location, you need to obtain a release from the subject. The good news is that there is now an app for the iPad and the iPhone just for this. It is possible to go paperless!</li>
</ol>That's it. You, too, could be a street photographer. Just go and shoot!<br />
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<b>PS...</b> You may want to visit here ==> <a href="http://www.canoneoslenses.org/50mm-lens-for-canon/">http://www.canoneoslenses.org/50mm-lens-for-canon/</a> for more about the Canon 50mm lens lineup.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-18682195022267588822011-12-22T11:30:00.000-08:002011-12-22T11:32:14.876-08:00Canon Lens Choice - Canon Telephoto Lens Or Normal LensI have come across some information that I thought was kind of confusing for those who are just getting their first Canon Digital SLR camera. There is some terminology that refers to a "normal" lens. <br />
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Canon Normal 50mm lens</td><td align="center"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_7uiwdPhDmU/TvOEENnF-PI/AAAAAAAAAT0/6PVX-34eJEQ/s1600/70-200-40.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="132" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_7uiwdPhDmU/TvOEENnF-PI/AAAAAAAAAT0/6PVX-34eJEQ/s200/70-200-40.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br />
Canon Telephoto lens (70-200 f/4.0L)</td></tr>
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What is the difference in between a Canon Telephoto Lens and a Canon Normal Lens? Understanding the difference may help as you look to choose your next lens. However, it's also important to know which lens can serve your needs best in a given scenario.<br />
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Even if you are one of those who got a Canon digital SLR and never removed the kit lens, you can benefit from this info. (And, by the way, it is also time to take your camera off the Auto mode. However that conversation is for another day). If you are going to improve as a photographer, it's incumbent upon you to understand the abilities of the dslr camera along with the lenses and gear that goes with it.<br />
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A Canon standard lens is typically one of 35-50mm, with 35mm being the focal length that most directly matches what could be seen by the human eye without having any enhancements. Since the days of 35mm film photography, this has been a normal lens.<br />
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More recently, digital photographers have been employing the 50mm lens also as a standard lens. But this also comes with an clarification. Full frame cameras, such as those inside the Canon "Mark" series have a sensor that produces the exact same size photo as a 35mm film camera. <br />
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But you can find other dslr cameras that have scaled-down sensors. They are APS-C sensors, and they produce pictures which are magnified when compared to the full-frame sensors. In fact, they're increased by a element of 1.6x. With one of these types of cameras (a Rebel can be a very good illustration), a 50mm lens performs just like a 80mm and is now not normal. Likewise, a 35mm is more like a 56mm, which expands the "normal" definition.<br />
<div style="border: solid 1px #000; padding: 10px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-CgvEoYcHG_w/TvOBg0o6aII/AAAAAAAAATc/kN-SyzmYP0o/s1600/colby.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="286" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-CgvEoYcHG_w/TvOBg0o6aII/AAAAAAAAATc/kN-SyzmYP0o/s320/colby.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>This photo of Colby was taken with what may be considered a "normal" zoom lens at 53mm with my Canon Rebel T3i. Since the Rebel is a crop-sensor camera, 53mm is equivalent to 85mm in 35mm film terms. So, this is not technically a normal lens because 85mm falls into the medium telephoto range.</div><br />
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Telephoto is somewhat easier to clarify and comprehend. A <a href="http://www.canoneoslenses.org/canon-telephoto-lens/">Canon telephoto lens</a> is one that captures the picture so that it seems to be bigger than what the human eye will see when standing in the exact same spot as the camera. Fundamentally, anything longer than 50mm is telephoto. In the instance of any crop sensor (APS-C) camera, 50mm has become telephoto, simply because, keep in mind, it performs like the equal of 80mm.<br />
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Canon telephoto lenses are generally deemed medium telephoto up to around 200mm, following which they're super telephoto.<br />
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By the way, it was once typical that a lens was as lengthy as the focal length designation. For example, a 200mm lens was literally 200mm long. Currently, because of the way the elements of glass are designed into the housing of the lens, it isn't any longer necessary for them to be that lengthy. This can be very obvious when you check out some telephoto zoom lenses that don't physically extend if the focal length is elevated.<br />
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When it comes to zoom, there are numerous extremely best-selling Canon telephoto lenses that zoom in through focal lengths. And some actually zoom from wide angle to telephoto (moving through the "normal" range as they do).<br />
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Now that you understand what the distinction is between the kinds of focal lengths, you have to make a decision which focal length is the one that is suited for your digital photography wants. Or, maybe a zoom lens is right for you to ensure that you can cover a dynamic variety of focal lengths because the needs change.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-14390698261974727992011-12-10T18:27:00.000-08:002011-12-12T02:57:09.712-08:00Is It Possible To Make Money With A Canon Rebel?<h1 style="font-size:16px;text-align:center">A Good Canon Rebel Lens Will Help You Get Started</h1><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Family photos with your Canon Rebel lens are always a favorite</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Looking for a good excuse to purchase that new <a href="http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/canon-rebel-lens">Canon Rebel lens</a>? This may be just what the doctor ordered. If you have a Canon Rebel digital SLR camera and enjoy taking pictures, chances are you have thought about making some extra cash with your photos. Digital photography as a hobby, is becoming more and more popular, and it's true that most people today have a digital camera. It is not hard to take your hobby to the next level, with the right knowledge and some creative energy. There are several different ways that you can use your camera to make money.<br />
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All you have to do is put together a little creativity and showmanship along with some salesmanship, and you can begin making money with your images.<br />
<h2>How To Make Money With Your Digital Camera</h2>Assuming that you are already a photography enthusiast, you may have the camera and accessories at hand to start. Naturally a camera is necessary, but the best one would be a digital SLR camera such as a Canon Rebel or even a more professional DSLR. A tripod is also important and an excellent printer or photo printing service.<br />
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In addition to the camera and accessories, you will need photo editing software. Adobe Photoshop is the absolute best in image editing software, but Corel also has a good product titled Paint Shop Pro.<br />
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It's important to recognize one thing before moving on. Do not be discouraged by those who say that making money in photography is too hard because just about everybody has a digital camera these days. While this is definitely true, you will be surprised at the number of people who do not know how to use that camera to get good quality pictures. They are willing to hire you to take those pictures for them!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pet photos are a great way to get started</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Take a look at the images many people take. To be honest here; their pictures stink (excuse my French, but it really is true). Most people take photos that suffer from several issues like motion blur, sorry color, and badly posed subjects among other things. They do not comprehend the first thing about good composition. They do not understand the effects of lighting and flash, so you will find (blank) harsh shadows on the subject in the picture. Their photos are typically so awful they can't even be repaired with Photoshop.<br />
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Printing is an additional issue for most folks. Since the photographs are improperly done to begin with, the prints are also of poor quality. The individual who shot the images did not have a hint with regards to how you can use the camera settings to get the right resolution for publishing.<br />
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But, guess what? This can be just what gives an superb opportunity to step up and offer your services. Because you have the abilities needed to get very good pictures, all you've to do is supply some examples to demonstrate your abilities, and you may have gained a new customer!<br />
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<h2>Success - You Can Do This!</h2>If you are still undecided about whether or not you can break into the "photography for cash" marketplace, pay attention to this. It happened to somebody who was considering whether or not she could generate income with her photography. She went to a little party, a special event for a friend's promotion. The host of the party had arranged for the girl to take a few pictures.<br />
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Many of the party guests had their very own cameras, and a few of them were even taking photos at the beginning. Yet as the celebration got started, these people ended up having such a good time they forgot about getting photos. And most of those photographs that they did get were just not really good.<br />
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Soon after the party, the photographer received a modest fee for her services. The plan was to print several proofs for that host as well as print a specific quantity of pictures. But she additionally uploaded the images she took to her web site and sent a web link to the photos to each of those that went to the get together. She received quite a few requests for images from those who came to the function, and all she had to do was permit those that wanted photographs to down load and print them. Piece of Cake!<br />
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It turned out to be quite a profitable outing for the photographer, and she didn't even have to bother with printing or delivering the pictures.<br />
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It became a life-changing get together for that young photographer.<br />
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But it's not unique. Anybody is capable of doing this! And it's even simpler if you get that new <a href="http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/canon-rebel-lens">Canon Rebel lens</a> you have been wanting. Develop a strategy, increase your confidence and photography abilities, and begin snapping!Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-83807943695783994032011-09-27T19:02:00.000-07:002011-09-27T19:04:17.764-07:00My Pro Friends Laughed When I Told Them About The Canon Rebel T3i<style>
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">"Seriously, why would anyone with years of digital SLR experience get a Canon Rebel T3i?"</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">That was the question one of my professional friends at the camera club asked. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">"Are we really comparing a <a href="http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/canon-t3i-vs-canon-60d/">Canon 60D vs T3i</a>?"</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">But, why not?</span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I could have taken this with a Canon 60D, but I used the Rebel T3i</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">After all, the new EOS Rebel has many of the same perks and benefits as the 60D. </span></div><ul><li><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">It has the same 18-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"></span></span><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">It has the same DIGIC 4 image processor.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">It has the exact same 3" LCD panel that swivels for use at weird angles.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"></span></span><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">The ISO settings are also identical - 100 to 6400 and can be expanded to 12800.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"></span></span><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">Both can have external flash units with wireless firing (plus Sync connector).</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"></span></span><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">The new Rebel also has the same video recording capabilities at HD 1080p with stereo sound.</span></li>
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">By the time I got through this list, my friend had a different take on my camera. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">(Did I mention that he is a professional photographer, and, even though he had heard about the new entry-level camera, he had not paid too much attention to it?)</span></div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Macro photos using the T3i are so <br />
easy with Live View and 10x Zoom</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">Quite honestly, I was ready for a new camera when the T3i came out. Before the release of the Rebel, I was seriously thinking about either a <a href="http://digital-photographic-resources.com/cameras/canon-mid-range.html">60D or a 7D</a>. My first preference was the Canon EOS 7D, but after a short discussion with my better half, I made a quality decision to preserve my marriage. The Rebel costs half as much, and this is a major consideration right now given our present financial situation (details about this shall remain private).</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">Having mentioned the 7D, I will point out that it also has the same image sensor as the other two cameras. But there are some other major differences that would put me in that ball park if I was making money from my photography addiction.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">But back to the comparison between the Canon Rebel T3i and the 60D. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">I pointed out to my friend that there were indeed some differences. I mean, there would be no reason to produce two identical cameras.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">On the side of the 60D:</span></div><ul><li><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">Better continuous shooting rate at 5.3 frames per second vs 3.7.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"></span></span><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">The body is environmentally sealed.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"></span></span><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">Shutter speeds go as high as 1/8000 sec vs 1/4000 sec.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"></span></span><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">View finder shows 0.95 of the image vs 0.85.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"></span></span><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">Battery will last for about 1100 pictures vs 440.</span><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></li>
</ul><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">So, I have to admit that there is reason to consider the 60D for these added benefits. What I had to think about (again, my spouse's influence) - are these benefits worth the extra $200 I would have to shell out?</span><ul></ul><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;"><b>I opted for the Rebel rather than the 60D</b>.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: 12pt;">Did I mention that the T3i has some creative options that are brand new to any camera in the Canon Digital SLR line-up? More on that later, perhaps. </span></div>Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-84935522000801807022011-09-13T19:27:00.000-07:002011-09-13T19:27:54.084-07:00Better Photos From Better Cameras – Digital SLR Cameras For New Photographers<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table>Digital single lens reflex cameras (aka DSLR) are the newest rage in photography. While they have always been the choice of professionals, recent camera buyers are choosing these types of cameras much more frequently. All major manufacturers have models available, but the most popular brands are Nikon and <a href="http://digital-photographic-resources.com/cameras/canon-mid-range.html">Canon. Mid-range DSLR cameras</a> can be purchased for about $1500. This is a real bargain when you consider prices only a few years ago were much higher. <b>Right now, you can get one of the budget models for about $600.</b><br />
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<h2>How Many Megapixels?</h2>If you have followed the trends in digital photography, you know that the size of image sensors has found a happy medium after a few years of intense competition, starting at 6-megapixels and increasing to the present day 14-18 megapixel sensors. Currently, if you get a camera with a 14-megapixel sensor, you will have plenty of “pixel-power” to produce images of the finest quality at just about any size for hanging on your wall.<br />
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In addition, <b>features and settings have improved tremendously.</b> Video is now a common feature and it usually comes with stereo sound and full HD quality. There are creative features and additional mode settings so that you can choose a photo style that will give you a finished photo with a professional look. This simply means that you can shoot your pictures and practically eliminate the post processing that was previously needed to get your images to wow your audiences.<br />
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<h2>Lens Choice</h2><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lizard shot with Sigma 105 Macro Lens for Canon</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Of course, the one thing that most new buyers state as their top reason for buying a mid-range DSLR camera is the flexibility that comes with interchangeable lenses. Lens choice can make a night-and-day difference in the outcome of a photo shoot. If you want to take more professional looking portraits, you can choose a lens just for that purpose. If, on the other hand, your goal is to get much better at nature photography, you would choose a different lens. The beauty is that the lenses go on the same camera. It is true that the lenses can actually cost as much or more than the unit you attach them to, but even if you can’t afford the biggest and best at first, you can build your kit as time goes on. And if you discover at a later time that macro photography is the way you want to go, again, the <a href="http://www.canoneoslenses.org/macro-canon-lens/">macro lens</a> is all you need.<br />
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You may wonder if getting a lens that is more expensive than the camera is a good investment. The answer is, yes. This is a decision you will have to make as your skills develop. But experts agree that the lens is as important as the camera.<br />
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And the most important of all is the one who is holding all this fabulous equipment. You will have to develop your knowledge and skill to reach your goal of taking better pictures. If you don’t study and practice, you may as well just keep taking pictures with your old point and shoot model or your cell phone.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-8755296154194411292011-07-21T16:01:00.000-07:002011-07-21T16:01:06.592-07:00Canon PowerShot SX230 HS - All-in-one Digital Camera<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xAe7prwHT4U/TiiutVvPydI/AAAAAAAAASQ/dNN4Ly2k99g/s1600/blueSX230.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear:right; float:right; margin-left:1em; margin-bottom:1em"><img border="0" height="200" width="200" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xAe7prwHT4U/TiiutVvPydI/AAAAAAAAASQ/dNN4Ly2k99g/s200/blueSX230.jpg" /></a></div><br />
If you are currently a devotee of Canon compact cameras, this may be "preaching to the choir." Even so, should you are shopping for an outstanding vacation camera, the <a href="http://digital-photographic-resources.com/">Canon PowerShot SX230 HS</a> might possibly be the ultimate fit for your pocket.<br />
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Since the SX230 is somewhat larger than the more compact models, perhaps "pocket camera" might be pushing somewhat towards larger pockets such as those in cargo pants, but this PowerShot camera would be a pretty neat fit for anyone with extra room in their pockets or a ladies handbag. Dimensions are actually 4.2x2.4x1.3 in. and it has a weight of merely 7.7 oz.<br />
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<h2>PowerShot SX230 HS Improvements</h2><br />
<div style="width:250px; float:right; text-align:center"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/cameralabs/5893115426/" title="Canon PowerShot SX230 HS sample image by Cameralabs, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6052/5893115426_5d983735ee_m.jpg" width="240" height="180" alt="Canon PowerShot SX230 HS sample image"></a><br />Canon PowerShot SX230 HS sample image from Cameralabs.com - click the photo to go to their photostream.</div>Some of the things which will truly grab your attention might possibly be the new, impressive improvements to this digital camera.<br />
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To begin with will be the basis for the latest identify. You might recall that previous models in this particular set of digital cameras had an "IS" at the end in the camera name. This was because of Image Stabilization included in the camera engineering. Currently, newly designed engineering has bestowed upon this camera an "HS" at the close of its identify. The engineers have improved the CMOS sensor at the same time as the DIGIC 4 image processor within the camera and added greater efficiency in the manner these two important parts of the camera communicate with one another to produce far better images and shot processing.<br />
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Using the HS process, the camera will manage pictures in a much more effective means in order to provide much better minimal light photos. The camera processes low light conditions in a different way than its predecessors, resulting in faster shutter speeds along with more light hitting the sensor, subsequently rendering superior, substantially less noisy pictures.<br />
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Yet another exciting element is the in-camera GPS program. This will enable you to take a picture from your excursion using your camera, which includes the exact spot every single image was snapped.<br />
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Yet one more enhancement comes in the form of video. The Canon PowerShot SX230 HS offers full HD video at 1080p and 30 fps. Furthermore, it has an item named "Dynamic IS" in video shooting. It is image stabilization whilst making digital movies.<br />
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Camera dials and buttons on the SX230 appear far more professional as the manufacturer has located the mode dial, function wheel, along with other controls buttons on the back of your camera.<br />
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With respect to control, this camera permits you, the photographer, to take matters directly into your own hands, only if you would like to. In case your wish would be to set the camera on Auto and stay totally free to compose and shoot, you are going to most likely be quite pleased with the results. That's just due to the "Smart Auto" stop on the setting dial. It really is straightforward - set it and forget it!<br />
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The <a href="http://digital-photographic-resources.com/">Canon PowerShot SX230 HS</a> provides all the necessary the elements of a great all-in-one camera. It's ideal as a general family camera or for vacations and excursions. It takes incredible still images and video too.<br />
To see more about this digital camera click on <a href="http://digital-photographic-resources.com/">http://digital-photographic-resources.com/</a>.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-67591811268368914082011-07-17T06:25:00.000-07:002011-07-17T06:27:58.510-07:00Canon 60D or Nikon D7000 - Mid Level Digital SLR ComparisonDo you think camera manufacturers have "sleepers" that lurk about inside the other camera labs? Do major producers pay for insider information? In the <a href="http://digital-photographic-resources.com/">Canon 60D VS Nikon D7000</a> comparison, it definitely seems that this could just be the issue. Or is it a cleverly devised plot to confuse the camera buying public?<br />
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Mysteriously enough, both digital cameras came out within a few days of each other. Features and camera specs are so close that it wouldn't be far fetched to suppose that the same team or person came up with the spec list and issued it to both production labs. Do you think Canon and Nikon outsource their design to the same company? That would make clear the uncanny way the two cameras are nearly identical.<br />
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Are there any differences, and are these differences enough to make or break a deal for you? We shall deal with this question now.<br />
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Naturally, there are differences. Here is a short list of things that are different about the two cameras.<br />
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<b>1. Image Resolution</b> - a bare 2-megapixel difference. This is scarcely enough to break a sweat over comparing 18.0 mp or 16.2 mp.<br />
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<b>2. LCD Display </b>- The D7000 has a good LCD panel at 3" and excellent resolution, but the Canon 60D has the very desirable fully-articulating 3" LCD screen.<br />
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<b>3. Flash modes</b> - The Nikon D7000 has two extra flash modes not included on the Canon. These modes are rear curtain flash and slow sync flash. They can be somewhat handy for more advanced flash photography.<br />
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<b>4. Focus points</b> - 9 focus points on the Canon VS 39 on the Nikon. However, not all 39 points are cross-reference focus points. Actually, they both have 9 cross-type focus points.<br />
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<b>5. Burst Rate or Continuous Shots</b> - although there is a difference here, it is really miniscule, 5.3fps vs 6.0fps. It is hardly worth mentioning.<br />
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<b>6. Camera Build</b> - This one is definitely a difference. Truth be told, this particular feature could be a deal breaker for some. The fascinating thing is that both manufacturers went in different directions . For Canon, the new 60D is made of polycarbonate plastic, however the camera it is replacing, the 50D was built out of magnesium alloy metal. The Nikon D7000, on the other hand is made of magnesium alloy, but the older D90 was constructed with plastic. Very peculiar, huh? Perhaps a memo got lost somewhere? But, positively for both models, it must be pointed out that both are weather sealed for protection.<br />
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A few other differences are present, but they are somewhat subtle, and they are also unique to that model.<br />
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Image quality has been a key component of each upgrade, no matter which manufacturer you consider. This is apparent in both models. You may get a difference of opinion depending on which forum you visit about whether Canon or Nikon is the best. One photographer will contend that Nikon is the master when taking pictures of nature, and Canon is best for portrait photography. You may even hear it the other way around.<br />
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Actually you must weigh the features individually and decide which digital SLR will best serve your individual photography needs and desires.<br />
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Price has not been mentioned yet, and it is actually a major point. Price fluctuates, and it is contingent on which day and which store you are visiting, this includes online stores as well as brick and mortar stores.<br />
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Find out more about the 60D VS D7000, including features and benefits by visiting <a href="http://digital-photographic-resources.com/">http://digital-photographic-resources.com</a>.<br />
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Happy Shooting!Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-13403099683483575252011-06-13T14:41:00.000-07:002011-06-13T14:45:34.702-07:00Cheerful Lake @ Mountain Park, GAA quaint little place, Mountain Park is hidden in the midst of the Atlanta metropolitan area. It is about 30 minutes north of Atlanta, just next to Roswell.<br />
We go there occasionally just to take pictures of the lake, the flowers, and the water fowl.<br />
Today was a perfect day to shoot a few images. Well, any day is a perfect day for shooting, but here are a few from my most recent photo shoot there.<br />
<div align="center"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/48056607@N04/5830482254/" title="hydrangea by digital4047, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3507/5830482254_8c9dd9fe40.jpg" width="333" height="500" alt="hydrangea"></a><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/48056607@N04/5829933167/" title="brush-flower by digital4047, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3141/5829933167_d8fdd2c7df.jpg" width="400" height="275" alt="brush-flower"></a><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/48056607@N04/5829933111/" title="ducks by digital4047, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5198/5829933111_3f7013baed.jpg" width="400" height="275" alt="ducks"></a><br />
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/48056607@N04/5830482080/" title="dock by digital4047, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2707/5830482080_a67b8e1d22.jpg" width="400" height="275" alt="dock"></a></div>Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-57169021103317665762011-06-10T06:17:00.000-07:002012-06-07T05:27:10.388-07:00Canon Rebel T3i VS T3 - Canon's Newest Entry-level DSLR Comparison<div style="float: right;">
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/48056607@N04/5731770819/" title="Rebel T3i - soccer action by digital4047, on Flickr"><img alt="Rebel T3i - soccer action" height="146" src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5124/5731770819_681755a448_m.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>
Canon has two new beginner's Digital SLR cameras, and shoppers need to be aware that they are quite different in spite of the similarities in name. Differences between the Canon Rebel T3i and the Canon Rebel T3 are very obvious, even to the newest photographer.<br />
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In this report, we will look at the <b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/mn/search/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=digital2121-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=canon%20rebel&url=search-alias%3Daps" target="_blank">Canon Rebel T3i vs T3</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="https://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=digital2121-20&l=ur2&o=1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />.</b><br />
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To start with a bit from the past, several years ago, there was a similar release when Canon produced the Rebel XSi along side the XS. Back then, as today, the only deviation was an itty-bitty "i". Entry-level Digital SLR camera buyers have been buying the Rebel XS in record numbers.<br />
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This is the reason the Rebel T3 isn't truly a rival of the T3i, rather it is an upgrade to the older XS, and it should be thought of as the most basic of Digital SLRs. It will unquestionably give the inexperienced entry-level camera buyer years of digital image gratification without all the extras of more sophisticated models.<br />
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Inside the T3, the hardware is just what you need to make those amazing images you've always dreamed of, despite the fact that this is not a feature-packed model. The missing bells and whistles won't be much of a concern to most first-time camera buyers anyway.<br />
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Here are just a few of the "included" features of the T3 that will make this a great camera choice:<br />
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<b>1. The new and improved image sensor </b>is plenty large enough at 12.2 megapixels. This is a major improvement over the Rebel XS in terms of size and quality.<br />
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<b>2. Video</b> ability has now been included which was not available in the XS. While it doesn't quite match up to the T3i, it is still a robust component of the T3 at HD 720p.<br />
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<b>3. Creative options </b>that allow for in-camera image enhancements such as "soft-focus" or "grainy black and white" plus a few more.<br />
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<b>4.</b> The new <b>Feature Guide</b> is yet another great new feature. The Feature Guide shows a short description of the selected feature, making it much easier to navigate to the setting you want.<br />
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Some of the features in the T3i that are not included in the T3:<br />
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1. An 18-megapixel CMOS image sensor </b>(the same one as in the more expensive 60D and 7D).<br />
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<b>2. A 3" swivel LCD panel with better resolution</b>, which is very handy for taking video and still shots from difficult angles.<br />
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<b>3.</b> If you are one who is looking for video, the T3i has a <b>full 1080p video</b> package with stereo sound and the capability of off-camera mic.<br />
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<b>4. Continuous shooting for sports and action</b> is much better at 3.7 fps, and it can store many more shots.<br />
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In general, the build quality is the same for both cameras. With respect to the difference between the T3 and the T3i sensor, you can get really large images from both with the same quality. In the end, your personal expectations for your DSLR will be the determining factor, along with your budget.<br />
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The Canon Rebel T3 is already becoming a favorite of new photographers in the Cheap Digital SLR category.<br />
You will want see a much better side-by-side comparison of the <a href="http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/compare-canon-rebel-t3i-vs-t3/">Canon Rebel T3i VS T3</a> before you make your final choice. It is available at <a href="http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/compare-canon-rebel-t3i-vs-t3/">http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/</a>.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-69020809357947840142011-06-02T03:39:00.000-07:002011-09-03T04:04:08.813-07:00Canon Rebel T3 - Top Value In A Cheap DSLR<b><a href="http://digital-photographic-resources.com/cameras/cheap-dslr.html">Cheap Digital SLR</a>?</b> The Canon Rebel T3 fits the description (and nearly everybody will agree). However, you still get high great value for your money, even though a second mortgage is not required to get one of these nifty little cameras.<br />
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The Rebel T3 (not to be confused with the <a href="http://canonrebelt3i600d.com">Rebel T3i</a> is an upgrade of the fiercely popular Canon XS. When buyers started getting the word out about the XS model, it started flying off the shelves in huge numbers. In fact, it is still number one on Amazon's best seller list!<br />
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This image of a flower taken by Jade with a Canon Rebel T3</a><br />
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Leon posted this photo of his beautiful dog.</a><img src="https://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=rebelt3i-20&l=ur2&o=1" width="1" height="1" border="0" alt="" style="border:none !important; margin:0px !important;" /><br />
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Is Inexpensive An Indication Of Caliber?</b><br />
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Part of the reason for popularity was that a new camera owner could get outstanding quality at a low cost, and that without a large investment of time to learn about the camera. In this writer's judgment, if you take the exact same inexperienced photographer, someone who is just getting into digital SLR photography, and put a $600 (Canon T3) camera in their mits, then set a $2700 (Canon 7D) camera in their hands, the images will be alike in quality.<br />
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<b>Different Digital SLR strokes for different folks.</b><br />
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It seems we have entered a new era - the era of digital photography. Nowadays, there are many more who are passionate about photography. Nature, concerts, family interests, sports, street journalism, and just about any interest you can think of are reasons for people to upgrade to digital slr cameras.<br />
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They want the best photos possible, therefore they are turning to digital SLRs. The most obvious choice for new photographers is an entry-level digital slr camera. Quality without complications (the complication of learning a new, high-powered camera system) is what they want.<br />
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The Canon T3 is maintaining the custom of the XS in that a raw camera user can begin shooting with this camera right out of the box and get the splendid pictures they wished for.<br />
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<b>How is this camera better in terms of upgrades?</b><br />
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The Rebel T3 has better "stuff" than its older sibling. The key technology of digital SLRs is better by leaps and bounds. The new 12-megapixel CMOS (vs 10-megapixels) sensor has better quality, plain and simple. Another item is video. Everyone expects it and uses it in their camera. Add to that the oodles of creative additions to the camera software, and you have a much better camera for all aspects of camera use.<br />
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<b>What about price?</b><br />
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Are you aware that there are many digital SLR cameras for less than $600? Cheap digital SLR cameras are produced by every major manufacturer. The satisfaction this Rebel T3 will bring can make many people content for lots of years. Yet, for others, their 1st cheap DSLR is just a starting point. If that is you, make certain you study the options for expansion, including lenses and equipment add-ons.<br />
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The <a href="http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/compare-canon-rebel-t3i-vs-t3/">Canon T3</a> is already becoming a favorite of new photographers in the Cheap Digital SLR category. It's definitely worth a look here: <a href="http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/compare-canon-rebel-t3i-vs-t3/">http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/compare-canon-rebel-t3i-vs-t3/</a>.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-69047161443719855922011-03-22T06:27:00.000-07:002011-06-22T16:01:55.645-07:00Canon Rebel T3i (EOS 600D) - This Digital SLR Makes Creative Photography Easy<h1>Canon Rebel T3i/600D </h1>The new <b>Canon Rebel T3i (aka 600D)</b> digital camera has arrived on your dealer's shelves, and quite honestly,<strong> it is a camera for beginners</strong> who want <strong>creativity</strong> as a component in their photographic experience.<br />
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<h2>What's New In The Canon Rebel T3i</h2><br />
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Looking out for the new photographer who is just getting into the digital SLR community, Canon has added some benefits to an already mighty package so that the Rebel T3i is very alluring, particularly if you have never handled a digital SLR camera.<br />
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There are a couple of really excellent reasons that a majority of people give for purchasing their first digital SLR camera. First of all, everybody is aware that the <strong>image quality</strong> of a DSLR camera is <strong>superior</strong> to a compact digital camera. However, the<strong> ability to switch lenses</strong> is also an excellent motivation for buying a digital SLR camera.<br />
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In the T3i you get most of the matching technology available in the older T2i, which includes the basic stuff like image sensor and processor. As a matter of fact, the only thing that "appears" different is the LCD screen. The T3i has added an articulating LCD screen similar to the one on the higher quality Canon 60D. For many, this enhancement alone is reason to buy the T3i.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><strong>==><a href="http://digital-photographic-resources.com/cameras/rebelT3iReview.html">For a side-by-side look at the T2i and T3i, Click Here</a><==</strong></div><br />
<h3>Creative Difference - Welcome Addition To The Rebel T3i</h3>The actual differences come in the <strong>camera software</strong> which has been tremendously enhanced with the addition of some <strong>very creative possibilities</strong> that are not available on any of the previous Rebel models. One of those new features is the "Green Square." On the top mode dial, there is a new button that is green, hence the name Green Square. When you set the camera on the Green Square, you basically give the camera Carte Blanche for control. The camera will make some very important decisions about light and sharpness to give you the very best picture possible. And you don't have to do anything except aim and shoot. Canon actually calls this new setting <strong>"Scene Intelligent Auto,"</strong> which is the same as "Intelligent Auto" on some compact digital models.<br />
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When set to Scene Intelligent Auto, the camera takes the guess work out of camera settings. You, the new camera owner, can take some awesome shots right from the start.<br />
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Sounds great, right? But wait, there's more! There is now a <strong>Basic+</strong> selection in the Quick Control screen when the mode dial is set to Basic Zone modes. There are two different options to choose from once you access the Basic+ screen. You can choose <strong>Ambiance</strong> settings or the<strong> Lighting/Scene Type</strong> settings. Once more, the camera softrware does all the thinking for you and makes you look like you know what you are doing.<br />
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Knowing that this camera has all the same features as the more professional cameras should make the T3i very interesting to those who are considering their 1st digital SLR, especially if the hope of moving up to a more professional camera is the final goal.<br />
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And because of the new creative features, you, the new DSLR photographer, will be able to learn the ins and outs of your new camera with comfort because you can experiment with the "pro settings" when you have the time and not when an excellent shot is essential.<br />
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Canon has taken the pressure off by giving new photographers <em>professional features</em> and <em>convenience</em>.<br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">The <a href="http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/">Canon EOS 600D, aka Rebel T3i</a>, gives you a great choice when it comes to beginning digital SLR photography. For further product review, go to <a href="http://www.canonrebelt3i600d.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">www.canonrebelt3i600d.com</span></a>.</span>Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-25666625364541826482011-03-12T06:27:00.000-08:002011-03-12T06:27:33.183-08:00Beginner's Digital SLR Camera - Canon T3i Or T2i<h3>T3i Or T2i, That Is The Question</h3><a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/?ie=UTF8&tag=widgetsamazon-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&search-alias=aps&field-keywords=Canon%20Rebel%20T3i" target="_blank">Search Amazon.com for Canon Rebel T3i</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=widgetsamazon-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important; padding: 0px ! important;" width="1" /><br />
Canon has just added a twist to the determination to buy a Canon Rebel digital SLR camera. The question now is Canon Rebel T3i vs T2i.<br />
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Is the Canon Rebel T3i genuinely an upgrade? That is the inquiry under consideration right now, and many reviewers are adding their opinion on the subject. Make sure you stick with this discussion in its entirety, because you will find that there are some subtle changes here that may sway your buying decision.<br />
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Let's start with the main features. A couple of things that everybody looks at first are the image sensor and the processor, and these are the exact same in both digital SLRs. That implies that there will be no advantage for either when it comes to image quality.<br />
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To go along with that, some of the other features for camera comparing are also identical. Two more features that have not changed are the video and ISO settings. The ability to capture 3.7 still frames per second has not changed either.<br />
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The LCD panel is the one key difference that virtually all reviewers focus on. The new tilt-panel LCD screen is the one feature that everyone draws attention to first. It has been very popular on the Canon 60D, and it may just be what brings out your wallet, too, when it comes to the T3i.<br />
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So a vari-angle LCD panel is indeed a big plus for the <a href="http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/">Canon Rebel T3i</a>.<br />
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Another improvement for the new model is the capability to fire multiple flashes remotely when taking a photo. Not every buyer of an entry-level DSLR is looking for the ability to use remote flashes, but with the T3i you have it (not with the T2i).<br />
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Next, a word about video. For the first time, Canon has added "Movie Digital Zoom." With this feature, you can zoom in 3-10x and still get first-class quality video. Plus there is now full manual control of focus while capturing video.<br />
<h3>What About Creativity in the Canon Rebel T3i VS T2i Debate</h3><br />
Those are some of the subtle differences, but maybe the biggest changes when comparing the Canon Rebel T3i vs T2i are in the camera software. The T3i has some very creative features for the new digital SLR photographer.<br />
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First, there is a new video component that allows you to take short video clips and have them stitched together inside the camera. You take 2, 4, or 8 second clips, as many as you want, and the camera does the rest.<br />
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Then there is Basic+. When you set your camera in this Basic+ mode, there are two choices for your creative output. They are "shooting by lighting or scene type, and shooting for "ambience."<br />
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With the ambience setting, you set a kind of mood for your photo as the camera adjusts the sharpness, contrast, color and saturation for effect.<br />
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If you choose the lighting or scene setting, there will be changes applied that are called Creative Filters that can result in 5 separate types of effects. These are Fish-eye, Miniature, Soft focus, Grainy Black and White, and Toy Camera.<br />
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Saving the most helpful characteristic for last, many who are just getting started with digital SLR photography will value the Feature Guide that is now included in the Rebel T3i software. When you change the camera settings, the new choice is shown in the LCD window with a description of what that choice will do.<br />
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The <a href="http://canonrebelt3i600d.com/">Canon Rebel T3i vs T2i</a> debate boils down to some rather subtle differences in the feature set and one major upgrade in the hardware.<br />
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See the two cameras side-by-side here ==> <a href="http://www.digital-photographic-resources.com/cameras/rebelT3iReview.html">www.digital-photographic-resources.com/cameras/rebelT3iReview.html</a>.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-53259490823071284782011-01-11T03:59:00.000-08:002011-01-11T03:59:39.283-08:00The Making Of A Photographer - Gear vs Creativity<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The "look" is photographer, but you must<br />
see the results before it's official. </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br />
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Trust me, I am not against photographers or <a href="http://www.photographyclassesatlanta.org/">photography classes</a>. In truth, I am totally in favor of educating yourself as much as possible, particularly as it applies to photography. However, due to a recent change in attitude on my part, I must say this.<br />
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Camera equipment does not a photographer make!<br />
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That's it. I said it, and I'm sticking with it. Not too long ago, I was also a adherent to the concept that to be a photographer you had to own all the best gear. He must have a well equipped studio with all the special lights and backdrops, the underwater gear, access to an airplane to take the aerial shots.<br />
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Wrong.<br />
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Photography is not about gear. It's not about a degree from a university. Finally, photography is not some special gift.<br />
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Photography is quite simply about capturing the light. It's about being able to snap the shutter at just the perfect time and from the correct place. Photography is about life.<br />
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Right now, just consider the terrific photographs that moved you somehow, whether emotionally or spiritually. Those are the ones with life. Even the photographs of still objects that attract you do it by stirring you emotionally. They stir up the life inside of you.<br />
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These kinds of pictures are the product of photographers. Photographers take the pictures with the best gear, or, if need be, with the least of gear. They just have a passion to make great pictures. They simply follow their calling.<br />
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</tbody></table>Some of the ways you can describe a photographer:<br />
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• A photographer views the world artistically and notices things like light and shadows, color and design.<br />
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• He values nature and can photograph it so that everyone else can too.<br />
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• A photographer is extremely observant of his surroundings and takes lots of images of it.<br />
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• A photographer loves sharing his pictures so that others can experience the emotions that they bring out.<br />
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But there are also some common misconceptions about photographers that you need to get rid of:<br />
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• He is not just lucky. Being at the right place at the right time does play a part in the game, but it is not because of luck. It is because she is dedicated to her passion.<br />
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• A photographer is good because she has the newest and bestest of gear. Many folks think that if they don't have that new digital SLR that just came out with the super-duper prime lens, they will not get the best shots. Although having good gear is important for a pro, it does not define a photographer.<br />
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• A photographer does not need to be a born artist. It is true that some people have a better eye for picture making, but it is also true that the eye can be trained to see the creative images.<br />
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• He has a natural knack for things that are technical and difficult. One of the myths about photography is that it is really technical, which inevitably makes it too hard to grasp. Sorry, but this is just not the case. A photographer can take good pictures with any equipment. It's true that some types of photo gear are quite technical, but, once again, they do not determine a photographer.<br />
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Great photography is really extremely easy. Be prepared to take a photograph when the opportunity presents itself (hence the term "photo opportunity"). "View" your surroundings in a different light. Become familiar with some primary guidelines about shooting technique. Shoot. <br />
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OK, so maybe it is not as easy as that, because it does take training. So learning about photography is part of the equation. That's where <a href="http://photographyclassesatlanta.org/">PhotographyClassesAtlanta.org</a> comes in. Check us out.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-1105415913257309492011-01-08T19:45:00.000-08:002011-01-08T19:49:13.257-08:00Do You Really Have To "Learn Photography" To Be A Photographer<h1>Learn Photography? Really?</h1><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_XCGkkXEofdI/TSkwKrFRZhI/AAAAAAAAAQ8/QFkPlYzq3dg/s1600/waynerasku.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_XCGkkXEofdI/TSkwKrFRZhI/AAAAAAAAAQ8/QFkPlYzq3dg/s320/waynerasku.jpg" width="213" /></a></div>Photography is awesome! There are so many kinds of images that it can satisfy nearly everyone in some way. That's why I have been spending so much time trying to <a href="http://www.photographyclassesatlanta.org/">learn photography</a>, every facet of it. But I get too focused on the technological aspects rather than on the creativity involved in photography.<br />
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Is a photographer an artist? An even more pressing question: Does simply owning a digital SLR camera make an individual a photographer?<br />
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I must admit that I have been thinking about these things with regard to my own work quite a bit lately I do own a digital SLR camera. And, I do take lots of pictures with my digital SLR camera. So, taking photos is not the problem, but I still have difficulty classifying myself as a photographer.<br />
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The cause of this difficulty is that I invariably compare my photos with those of others whom I respect. I spend far too much time viewing the pictures of photographers who I consider as very talented in the sphere of photography, and, quite honestly, I regard my photos fairly stinky after looking at theirs. Yet, someone else sees my images and is amazed at how good they are. My problem, I think, is personal expectation.<br />
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My goal is to take pictures that compare to photographers like Rick Sammons and Moose Peterson, two of photographers and teachers that I admire greatly. My opinion... I just don't compare as a photographer to those guys.<br />
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When it comes to my own images, I admit that I am quite critical. Yet at times, I tend to be even more critical about those who think of themselves photographers yet they know naught about the technical part of picture taking. Why does someone call himself a photographer when he doesn't know an aperture from an exposure setting?<br />
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However, after some soul searching, I realize that I am being rather cynical. After all, one man's trash is another man's treasure, right? I have come to realize, I spend too much time evaluating the technical aspects of photos instead of the more important emotional affect of the photo.<br />
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An image becomes art when it can inspire or draw out the emotion of a viewer.<br />
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A person's ability to manipulate the camera settings, while important, is not art. Likewise, if the camera is left on "auto" all the time, why should that be important? The key is that they are taking pictures that bring joy, or sadness, or wonder to others.<br />
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Something else I realized as I thought through this issue is that the goal of all photographers is not to have their photos published by Better Homes and Gardens . They only want to have a record or journal of family memories, and that is good enough to qualify them as photographers and artists.<br />
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My desire for this article is simply to encourage "photographers" to keep on shooting. Don't be afraid to let your imagination lead you into your next shot. Maybe it will bring a smile to a friend's face, or it may end up in National Geographic in spite of us Pixel Peepers.<br />
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<a href="http://www.photographyclassesatlanta.org/">Learn Photography</a>? Go to <a href="http://www.photographyclassesatlanta.org/">http://www.photographyclassesatlanta.org</a> and have a peek.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-13196004903703730872010-12-28T14:17:00.000-08:002010-12-28T14:18:35.696-08:00Tribute To A Faithful Friend - Goodby To The Canon 50mm Lens<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Last Photo <br />
(taken with my Canon 50mm f/1.4 lens)</td></tr>
</tbody></table>If there is one lens every photographer needs, it is a Canon 50mm lens. I have had more than one in my camera bag.<br />
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My research is complete (I hope) and conclusive. You can't bounce a <a href="http://www.canoneoslenses.org/50mm-lens-for-canon/">Canon 50mm lens</a> off the conrete and expect it to perform well afterwards.<br />
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The story is depressing.<br />
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I knew early on that I needed a 50mm as part of my kit, but price was a concern, so I purchased an f/1.8. You may be familiar with that one. It is extremely inexpensive at about $100. Granted, it is constructed of plastic, but it still gives excellent performance. I planned to take good care of it, so plastic was not a concern for me.What happened could have happened to anyone. In fact, I had read of a similar incident only a few days BEFORE my own accident. I simply picked up my camera case and threw it over my shoulder. Except I had forgotten to zip it shut. My treasured lens went flying, landing on the concrete walk. I went into mourning over the loss of a dear friend.<br />
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But my grief was assuaged by the purchase of the Canon 50mm f/1.4 model. The cost was quite a bit more than the first one at about $350. Part of the reason for buying the better model was for the better lens construction. The plastic lens had shattered, so I figured the metal casing of the f/1.4 model would provide better results in case of another accident.<br />
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Things were great. The new lens was doing its thing, taking quality shots. But then, my world was again shaken by the demise of a 50mm lens.<br />
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This time, the accident was not quite the same as the first one, but the results were just as devasting. I picked up my camera (with 50mm lens attached), and the camera strap caught on something, pulling the camera out of my hand. It hit the concrete of the garage floor. I was horrified. However upon inspection, there was no apparent damage. That is until I tried to use the camera to take a picture. That's when I discovered the lens no longer worked. Something happened to the focus mechanism in the lens, and it would not work. It wouldn't even focus manually. I am still in mourning.<br />
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In spite of my grief, I feel compelled to comment on the goodnes of 50mm Canon lenses.<br />
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My experience with the Canon 50mm f/1.4 lens has made a believer out of me. It is an amazing photographic tool. Since I have not used the F/1.2 model, I can't comment on that one, but this one is a fine lens that will satisfy either an enthusiastic amateur or a professional photographer.<br />
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One of the virtures of the f/1.4 is an extremely wide aperture. It can be used in very challenging light situations to provide excellent photos. I have used it at concerts where flash photography is prohibited with great results.<br />
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Another advantage of this lens was (its now past tense) when using it as a portrait lens. The Bokeh is awesome. Even though it is not the lens of choice for professional portrait shooters, it does a really nice job.<br />
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I discovered another use for a 50mm lens just recently, although I have not had time to try it. A friend was taking pictures with her new Canon 7D at a high school basketball game, and she was using a 50mm lens. She explained that she liked it better than her other lenses (one of which is a Canon 70-200 f/4) for a couple of reasons. The first reason was the really wide aperture. An f/4 lens was to slow to get the action without blur. And secondly, she felt like the 70-200 was too much in focal length. The 50mm lens gave her more of the action rather than just focusing on one player. I had not considered the f/1.4 lens a sports lens, but in that situation, it was the perfect match.<br />
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Whether I will replace the lens is not the question. It is a given. I just have to choose the right time and place to convince my "better half" that this is the right thing to do.<br />
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You can see the entire 50mm Canon lens line-up at <a href="http://www.canoneoslenses.org/50mm-lens-for-canon/">http://www.canoneoslenses.org/50mm-lens-for-canon/</a>.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-24102068793518601822010-12-16T03:21:00.000-08:002010-12-28T17:32:39.160-08:00Which Travel Camera Rules The Ratings -Nikon P100 or Canon PowerShot SX20 IS<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_XCGkkXEofdI/TQn0dWmmqFI/AAAAAAAAAQo/KR5Du51gnxA/s1600/nikonP100.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_XCGkkXEofdI/TQn0dWmmqFI/AAAAAAAAAQo/KR5Du51gnxA/s320/nikonP100.jpg" width="285" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This is the Nikon P100</td></tr>
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Travel lends itself to a very specific type of point and shoot camera, don't you think? Have you been trying to decide between a <a href="http://digital-photographic-resources.com/cameras/travel-compact.html">Nikon P100 or a Canon SX20 IS</a>? That is exactly what I am doing as I look for a new every day camera that will allow me to not carry a heavy backpack with digital SLR gear all day when traveling. It will also double as a back up my digital SLR.<br />
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When I was buying that first DSLR, I faced the exact same dilemma. Canon or Nikon... Nikon or Canon... which one is best.<br />
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I am focusing my attention on the top two manufacturers in this situation, even though there are other good cameras in the travel category. By the way, these digital compacts are also known for their "super zoom" capabilities. Panasonic also has a very good model, the Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ40, but I will restrict this discussion to the Nikon or Canon choice.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fs%3Fie%3DUTF8%26x%3D0%26ref_%3Dnb_sb_ss_i_0_30%26y%3D0%26field-keywords%3Dpoint%2520and%2520shoot%2520digital%2520camera%26url%3Dsearch-alias%253Daps%26sprefix%3Dpoint%2520and%2520shoot%2520digital%2520camera&tag=digital2121-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957">Find a complete list of Point and Shoot Cameras at the Amazon Marketplace</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="https://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=digital2121-20&l=ur2&o=1" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /><br />
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It's true, these two camera makers have a lock on the market. They can swager into any digital camera expo with confidence. There are a couple of good reasons for this, too.<br />
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First, they have good cameras. Their engineers and designers apparently listen to their camera buyers' feedback, as well as doing their best to stay ahead of the pack when it comes to new technology. They usually put forth excellent products.<br />
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Second, they both have excellent marketing programs. And usually, the cameras they promote do what they say, so there is trust in the products.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_XCGkkXEofdI/TQn04wtadDI/AAAAAAAAAQs/WZLT3Uk11bA/s1600/canonSX20IS.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_XCGkkXEofdI/TQn04wtadDI/AAAAAAAAAQs/WZLT3Uk11bA/s1600/canonSX20IS.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Competitor - Canon PowerShot SX20 IS</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Cameras that are considered for the travel camera category can also be found in the super-zoom category. That is because of the ability to take pictures at wide angles as well as from a distance in the "up close and personal", or "zoomed to catch the whites of their eyes from 100 yards" mode. Simply said, they can get a huge range of focal length shots.<br />
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Now, let's have a gander at these two cameras: Nikon P100 and Canon SX20 IS. They are quite similar when you look closely at the feature sets. In fact they are so close in many areas, I will not even bother to point those out, because if one camera has a certain element, you can pretty much count on the other having an identical one.<br />
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So here are the differences.<br />
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The Nikon P100 has a higher capacity video recording system, with the ability to record 1080p at 30 frames per second. It also has the better LCD screen with 3" vs 2.5" and twice the number of dots per inch for better viewing in tough light situations. It has a higher zoom ratio at 26x (26-678mm) vs 20x (28-560mm) and higher ISO range.<br />
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The Canon SX20 wins in fewer categories, but they are important ones. One factor that is not as important as it used to be is the sensor size. The Canon SX20IS has a 12.1-megapixel sensor as opposed to the 10.3-megapixel sensor of the Nikon. The key factor for the Canon is that it has a higher Star rating on Amazon, and it has a win in the DPReview "Compact Super-Zoom group test." This test takes all aspects of camera performance and image quality into consideration. Of course, the Nikon was the runner-up, so it is still a tough call.<br />
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So, the Nikon-Canon or Canon-Nikon competition rages on.<br />
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Oh Yeah, did I mention that my mind is settled on which camera that I, personally, will get? You can see the "Bottom Line" at the "Best Travel Camera" web page at <a href="http://digital-photographic-resources.com/cameras/travel-compact.html">http://digital-photographic-resources.com/cameras/travel-compact.html</a>.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-14758809490423985282010-12-08T04:09:00.000-08:002010-12-08T04:09:07.646-08:00Nikon Coolpix P7000 vs Canon PowerShot G12<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_XCGkkXEofdI/TP903_j_FfI/AAAAAAAAAQk/P_5VBMjJzRg/s1600/colby-upclose.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="150" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_XCGkkXEofdI/TP903_j_FfI/AAAAAAAAAQk/P_5VBMjJzRg/s200/colby-upclose.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Colby, up close and personal..<br />
Not taken with a Nikon P7000 :-) </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</tbody></table>There was an add during the basketball game tonight. It was one of the Ashton Kutcher Nikon adds.<br />
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This one was for the Nikon S8100. Based on the add, I was about to go online and order one.<br />
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Reason kicked in before my credit card made it out of my wallet, and I did some checking for the ratings. In the commercial, there was a short line that said more serious photographers should look at the Nikon P7000, so after finding out that the S8100 was not at the top of the "users' favs", I headed over to the P7000 Amazon page.<br />
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This looks like a serious competitor. In fact it looks a lot like the <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/top-5-point-and-shoot-cameras">Canon G12</a> in almost every aspect. Since I love the Canon/Nikon debate, I thought it might be a good idea to compare the two. How I got from the Nikon S8100 to a comparison between these two "almost pro" digital compacts is still kind of fuzzy, but there I was.<br />
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To set the record straight, I am the owner of a Canon digital SLR, which I dearly love. However, I am in the market for a good compact, simply because carrying all that camera stuff 24/7 is not very convenient. I want something that I can carry with me no matter where I am.<br />
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My process for evaluating cameras has evolved into a rather predictable pattern. First stop is DPReview to see if an expert review has been written. Then I head over to Amazon to read the customer reviews. Final place to check is the B & H Photo store online where there are also some valuable user reviews.<br />
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I actually prefer these user reviews to the expert's articles because these are real people like me and you who are giving their honest opinion about the cameras. They don't get anything for their $.02 worth of opinion. But in my eyes, it is worth so much more than that. <br />
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In the Nikon P7000 vs Canon G12, there are about 40 user reviews for each, so it is a fairly reliable resource. They are pretty close in evaluation. Too close to call, in fact. And as mentioned, the features of each camera are also very close to identical. Both will give the advanced photographer all the control necessary to take charge of the final image results.<br />
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If one feature could push the decision, it would be the articulating LCD screen on the Canon G12. This is very handy, especially when shooting in unusual positions or capturing video.<br />
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However, the overall evaluation is at a standstill for right now. Maybe this doesn't help you if you are trying to decide on one of these cameras, but here is something else I came across in my research, and it is this: neither one of these two great cameras are the top choice of shoppers in this "almost pro" category. Nope, the evaluations didn't even get them into the "Top 5 Point and Shoot Cameras" list.<br />
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Lucky for you, there is such a list at: Top 5 Point and Shoot Cameras.<br />
The web address is <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/top-5-point-and-shoot-cameras">http://www.squidoo.com/top-5-point-and-shoot-cameras</a>. Check it out.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-19927144426675919052010-11-18T17:27:00.000-08:002010-11-18T17:27:48.566-08:00Sigma 85mm f1.4 - New Mid-range Telephoto<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.sigmaphoto.com/client/images/products/320_85mm_f14_EX_DG_HSM.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://www.sigmaphoto.com/client/images/products/320_85mm_f14_EX_DG_HSM.png" width="200" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sigma 85mm f1.4 EX DG HSM</td></tr>
</tbody></table>The <a href="http://www.sigma85mm.com/">Sigma 85mm f1.4 EX DG HSM Lens </a>was announced months ago. It was due to release in the summer, but it actually became available in November. <br />
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Yours truly had great hopes for this lens, but I got tired of waiting and checking to see if it was available. Then, totally by accident, I came across it on Amazon, and to my shock, it is now shipping.<br />
The Sigma 85 turns out to be a wonderful alternative to Canon's own 85mm f1.2 and Nikon's 85mm f1.4. On the Canon side, the price is almost $1000 less and for the Nikon model, you can save a respectable $200.<br />
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Right up front, I will admit that if you are a Canon shooter, and money is not an issue, go ahead and get the f1.2 version. <br />
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However, if you are not yet decided, by all means check out this comparison, because this new lens has gotten the attention of some "pixel peeping" experts in terms of its excellent performance.<br />
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I was personally interested in the release because of the perfect focal length and aperture for portrait photography. At f1.4, you will get superior Bokeh, as good as the more expensive lenses. And this is the goal of portrait photographers.<br />
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But aside from portraits, there are two other aspects of a really fast medium telephoto lens. <br />
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The first is indoor sports. The wide open aperture will get you some extremely fast shutter speeds in low light at events like basketball (my personal favorite). I have used my Canon 70-200 f4.0 lens with mediocre results. The Sigma 85mm f1.4 with its HSM (hypersonic motor) is "the cat's meow" in this type of light and action. <br />
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The second place this lens really shines is when using the video function on your digital SLR. The prime lens has such good image quality that it makes video look absolutely amazing. Again, the bokeh in your video (if taken at the wide open aperture) will look smooth and professional.<br />
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Tests against Canon and Nikon have placed the Sigma lens at equal or just below equal in image quality. And Sigma has been working hard to gain the trust of the expert photographic community.<br />
This handsome lens deserves your attention.<br />
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Go to <a href="http://www.sigma85mm.com/">www.sigma85mm.com</a> for more about the Sigma 85mm f1.4 medium telephoto lens. You will like what you see... guaranteed.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-45111907749642486672010-11-14T13:34:00.000-08:002010-11-14T13:34:47.459-08:00Canon and Nikon Again ~ Nikon D7000 vs Canon 7DIt truly is another digital slr camera shootout. <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Canon-7d-VS-Nikon-d7000">Nikon D7000 Versus Canon 7D</a> proves to be a war worthy of your attention. Which one is better?<br />
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<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2743/4103972657_9c5687d380.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="286" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2743/4103972657_9c5687d380.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">7D sample from ming1967 Photostream on Flickr</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Nikon has recently introduced its next generation mid-level digital slr. The Nikon D7000 is basically an upgrade for the D90, and that's a difficult place to fill. The D90 has become, and is still, an excellent camera meant for advanced amateurs and pros as well. <br />
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This new launch will fit in the identical grouping as the Canon 7D with regards to functions are concerned. Both are definitely not full frame digital SLRs, however both have elevated the bar regarding "crop sensors" to new levels. <br />
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Nikon and Canon have been duking it out for a long time now within the Digital slr market. Whenever a new launch comes by one, you can count on the other remaining right behind with a very similar dslr camera. The Nikon D7000 vs Canon 7D may possibly end up being among the hottest fought battles yet.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.nikonusa.com/en_INC/IMG/Assets/Digital-SLR/2010/25468-Nikon-D7000/Photography/ER7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="211" src="http://www.nikonusa.com/en_INC/IMG/Assets/Digital-SLR/2010/25468-Nikon-D7000/Photography/ER7.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sample image from the Nikon USA website</td></tr>
</tbody></table>The truth of the matter is that the die-hard enthusiasts of either trademark are going to have their boasts of superiority for his or her personal manufacturer, and they will in all probability be warranted in what they say. No matter what camera you choose, you will have a great bit of photography design.<br />
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<b>And so at this point, what exactly is there to compare and contrast?</b><br />
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First of all, a statement pertaining to sensor capacity. The canon features the larger sensor by just about 2-megapixels, however that is undoubtedly irrelevant. What is relevant is that you may well need to have much more storage area on your personal computer with either one of these cameras. A Raw picture will certainly take up to 16 megabytes of space. Should you shoot a sporting affair making use of continuous shooting mode with six to eight fps, think of how soon you are going to gobble up space both on your computer as well as on the storage media inside your camera.<br />
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Talking about storage cards, the Nikon features two slots for two times the images without needing to replace your cards. The canon has merely one position, although it offers dual picture processing for extremely quick efficiency.<br />
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One more plus regarding the Nikon D7000 is that auto focus functions while in video capture. For the Canon 7D, the video recording is an impressive function, but you need to manually focus whenever adjusting focal length.<br />
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One more difference is in selling price. The D7000 has a cost about $200 less than the 7D for purchasing just the dslr camera body. By the way, it is far better evaluate which lenses you would like depending on the style of Images you are likely to take most often before choosing a camera body with a package lens.<br />
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To get more about the <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Canon-7d-VS-Nikon-d7000">Canon 7D and Nikon D7000</a> cameras visit <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Canon-7d-VS-Nikon-d7000">http://hubpages.com/hub/Canon-7d-VS-Nikon-d7000</a>Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5875587587869256533.post-30721020583750585702010-10-26T16:05:00.000-07:002010-10-26T16:05:42.170-07:00Buy A Canon 60D - Canon EOS 60D ReviewCanon's most current Digital SLR launch, the <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/canon-60d-vs-canon-t2i">Canon EOS 60D</a>, is gaining plenty of recognition. However this is the case with any new model from either Canon or Nikon, the two most popular DSLR camera producers.<br />
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I wanted to know, not what the experts were claiming, but what the purchasers are declaring. I understand that not every buyer is an authority, however that could be the precise reason to see their reviews. Normally, they will give their completely sincere opinion regarding their user's experience.<br />
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Several of the issues I wish to know are these:<br />
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<ol><li>Are customers feeling "robbed" because the 60D doesn't have the exact same metal body and quick continuous shooting speed as the 50D?</li>
<li>How do new users like the articulating LCD?</li>
<li>Obviously, I would like to learn from those who buy a Canon 60D just how high they are evaluating this brand new camera and the reason why.</li>
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Just before getting to those points, the initial thing I noticed is that there is simply no common denominator that describes the experience level of Canon 60D individuals. There are several who are experts, and at the opposite extreme, there are some who are shifting up from a compact digital camera. And, not surprisingly there are virtually all levels between.<br />
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You can find numerous high rankings, and simply one lower ranking. However, there are not very many user scores as of this writing. It can be a great idea for you to check out the web based merchants and look over a number of of the comments for your self, because this new digital camera will be receiving user reviews on a regular basis.<br />
<h3>Canon 60D Review - In Video</h3><object height="340" width="560"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/0eUedGP4vrE?fs=1&hl=en_US&rel=0&color1=0xe1600f&color2=0xfebd01"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/0eUedGP4vrE?fs=1&hl=en_US&rel=0&color1=0xe1600f&color2=0xfebd01" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="560" height="340"></embed></object><br />
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<b>First question: How about the camera build?</b><br />
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There has not been one statement regarding the "budget" feel of the 60D.. Not even a single one. In fact there are a couple who like the fact that this DSLR is lighter than its forerunner. Interesting. The remark I like best states that the camera doesn't really feel substandard in the least, and he offers the point that he won't most likely not use his DSLR to "deflect a bullet" anytime soon. The jury is still out on whether the thermoplastic material the body is constructed of will last, but for the present, individuals are satisfied with how the camera feels in the photographer's hands, and it really looks like a very professional unit. One individual made the remark that his new photographic camera is less heavy, which might be beneficial for carrying it for hours.<br />
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<b>Next: Are buyers taking to the new articulating LCD screen or not?</b><br />
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Feedback concerning this new element of Canon DSLR cameras were precisely what I envisioned. Folks really love it. It appears that some were essentially waiting for this release just to get this handy LCD screen. This is true of individuals moving away from a digital point and shoot camera, since a lot of of them have had this style of movable LCD screen for a long time. It truly is a rather useful component, as mentioned by a number of buyers.<br />
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<b>Third question: Precisely what are the scores and for what reason?</b><br />
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The basic meaning of this query is to learn if photographers are happy with their buy. This is generally good to know. I have detected that quite a few photographers are highly influenced by the reviews of expert camera critics, and most of the "expert reviews" I find will at one point comment that Canon might well have included the features that are presently in the 50D, but alternatively chose to downgrade as a way to get this product "in between" the T2i and the 7D. What I see is that not any of the people who left comments gave it a second thought. As already stated, the comments offered are hugely complimentary. Most buyers declare that they "absolutely adore this camera." These are the sort of statements that make me sit up and take notice.<br />
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Despite the fact that photographers who <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/canon-60d-vs-canon-t2i">buy a Canon 60D</a> are not former 50D owners (at least I didn't notice any), there are a number of who have previously tested, or purchased, the Canon T2i and the 7D. And these customers are fully content with the 60D in comparison to these two other new Canon designs.Wayne Raskuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14008202969942410056noreply@blogger.com0