Now your ready to start taking pictures we’re going to show you four ways to position yourself while you’re holding your camera, to ensure you’re rock steady no matter what you’re shooting.
tag :digital dslr positions prone position rock steady shooting slr waist heightBy Gary Bunn
Arguably the most important weapon in a photographers’ arsenal, lenses are also one of the most variable. From the widest 10mm fish-eye to the longest 800mm telephoto, optics are available in every conceivable size, weight and focal length. Due to the smaller sensors used in many of today’s digital SLRs, however, focal lengths vary depending on the model in question. See the previous page for more lens/focal length advice. But whether you’re a landscaper looking to capture dramatic sunsets or an architectural fanatic looking to isolate fine details, there’s a multitude of options that fall into four categories. Here’s the low-down.
tag :35mm lens 50mm digital lens macro slr standard telephoto use wide angleBy Gary Bunn
Your Digital Camera is a highly sophisticated piece of equipment, capable of producing fantastic results, but it’s only a piece of kit, and will only do what its setup to do. So, here’s a pre-shoot checklist to help you get the best out of your D-SLR. Try to get into the habit of running through this list before each shoot and you’ll avoid having great shots ruined by incorrect camera settings..
tag :camera checklist digital dslr settings shooting slrDo you have trouble shooting good digital photos? Perhaps you’ve been taking digital photos for some time, but never really got the beautiful shots you wanted. Maybe you somehow messed up the photos you took of important events, like your daughter’s birthday or your trip to Paris.
How do you begin to take good photos? Well, the first thing to remember is this: It’s the photographer that takes great photos, not the camera. Think about that for a minute. It’s true isn’t it? I’ve seen some people take great photos with a simple point-and-shoot camera, while some take lousy shots with the most expensive SLR.
Fret not! Read these tips on shooting digital photos and apply them the next time you have a chance. Before long, you’ll be shooting photos like a pro!
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