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Wednesday, November 18, 2015
Secret tips for budding photographers
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| Low light photo by Putu Agung Wijaputera. |
If you already have a digital camera, then you should get out of the house, and bring your camera. Feel free to take picture what you find anywhere. Make sure camera you already contain memory card and the battery is full.
If you have plans to buy a digital camera, then do not be dazzled by the amount of megapixels on the camera. Megapixels are not the most important feature of a camera; the sensor size is the most important features.
For the novice photographer, I wanted to share some tips that may be able to use according to your needs. Please select the issue you want to do, which is as mentioned below:
1. Before leaving photographing, check your camera settings, you should not use these incorrect settings (landscape shooting with ISO 1000 for example). According to the pro photographer, good order is the following checks: check White Balance - Highlights activate warning - check the ISO setting - check the size of your image resolution.
2. To practice your panning skills, shoot objects that are moving at normal speeds (people riding motorcycles for instance), use the shutter priority mode and set the shutter speed up to 1/30 sec, slower is better. Pay attention to your background.
3. For photographing macro (super close range), activate the Live View feature on your digital camera in order to more easily examine depht of field and you can get the right focus.
4. To make a face photo outdoors, try when the weather is overcast. If not, look for areas that are not exposed to dim and direct sunlight. Sunlight makes harsh shadows on the face.
5. CPL Filter (polarization) are very useful to eliminate reflection of sunlight on water and glass, and also work to improve the color of the sky.
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| Singapore by night. Image: Putu Agung WP. |
6. When you take pictures in low light conditions or difficult to use autofocus mode, then switch to manual focus. Autofocus on the camera is usually long enough to find a focal point in low light conditions.
7. To create a silhouette image, make sure you turn off the flash and use the sunset mode (for a pocket camera). If you use a Digital SLR camera, then use manual mode and measure exposure in bright areas behind the object.
8. If you like landscape photography, then you will get a good picture from 5 pm to 8 am, and from 4 to 7 pm. In the afternoon you can photograph the sunset on the beach or the sunset behind the mountains.
9. Remember to download the pdf version of the manual for your camera, so you easily do a quick search for the information you want to know than have to flip through pages of paper.
10. When you are photographing babies or children, make sure you focus on the eyes. Nothing can exceed the beauty of the eyes of children. Do not use the flash when you take pictures of children so that you get a more natural picture.
11. Format the memory card in the camera only, never format the memory card in the computer. In addition to much faster and easier also much safer if you do it in camera, memory card so you do not have a virus.
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| Singapore blue sky. Image: Putu Agung WP |
12. If you have the excess capacity of the hard disk in the computer and loves to do photo editing, use when shooting RAW format, if not just use JPG.
13. When taking pictures, look at the brightest area that goes into your viewfinder. If the light is too flashy compared to other areas, change the shooting angle.
14. If you want to shoot HDR, use auto bracket mode. One more thing: for landscape HDR photos are terrible, just wait until a little cloudy, and then start shooting.
15. If you buy a used lens or camera, make sure you do the transacetion with the seller to meet in person. You must examine the goods, hold and try the camera.
16. The extent possible, use the lowest possible ISO setting. Although noise reduction can reduce the noise generated by the high ISO, but it will reduce the overall image detail.
17. If the color makes your photo is too "busy" and crowded, turn your photos into black and white photos. You can use photo editing features in the camera or take advantage of software like Photoshop and other software that you can download for free on the Internet.
18. To produce a good black and white photo, note the contrast in your photo. The more contrast (dark and light areas are diverse), then the better your black and white photo you can make.
19. Bring a camera wherever you go or when you are on vacation. This is the fastest way of improving your photography skills is by extending the hours of flying, there is no better.
20. My advice, join a photography club in your city. Nikon and Canon have fans so much, there must be a Canon and Nikon club in your city, even manual cameras Pentax has a fanatical community known as Pentaxian. Are you a Pentaxian?
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In bookstores you can buy books and magazines to review photography, so please take your time to read some of the aspects of photography that you want to know. If you're too lazy to read the book, so you can surf the Internet to gain knowledge about photography.
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
Simple guidelines for choosing a lens for Digital SLR cameras
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| Photo hunting in Bali |
Did you just begin enjoying the world of photography? If you have a hobby of photography and frequent holidays in striking scenery, you definitely will not forget the camera to contain in your tour. You certainly will not miss a moment of unique or stunning view. But sometimes there is a little dilemma. Naturally beginner photographer somewhat confused in determining the right lens for their camera. This problem is not just experienced by Digital SLR camera owners, it turns out the owner mirrorless camera or MFT (Micro Four Third) also felt the same confusion.
The major problem is not the owner of the camera is just about the right choice of lens, apparently a lot to do with the budget. But despite the money problem, at least, you need to know what the right lens for the camera, and understand photography activities you will do. Information on the type and size of the lens is very important point, so you are not buying the wrong lens. So, what points need to be considered?
Select the appropriate lens that suit to the camera
If you have a Nikon camera, then the lens is designed for Canon Mount will not work on your Nikon. You must use lens that suit with your camera, unless you want to use a lens with an adapter or choose a brand that is able to share the platform. You do not have to buy original brand lens from Nikon, Canon, Olympus, Sony, Pentax or Panasonic. You can buy a lens that such third party lens made by Sigma, Tamron, Tokina, Samyang, and other product.
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Adjust the camera lens to the specific needs
For different needs, it would require a different lens. This relates to the focal length and maximum aperture. In general, judging by its use lenses can be divided into 5 groups, as follows:
The first is a standard lens, the 50mm. Usually when buying a DSLR camera, this lens is a lens that is given to camera buyers. The lens is also called a normal lens has a viewing angle and magnification factor equal to our eyes. Now, the factory sells more cameras are bundled with the camera lens 18-55 mm. This tendency has long been the case, both in sales as well as digital SLR camera when you buy mirrorless camera or MFT camera.
Next is a wide angle lens. If you want to take pictures of objects in a small space, this lens is suitable for you, so you get a wider picture. Compared to normal lenses, coverage area captured with this lens will be more extensive. The smaller the distance focus; it will be increasingly broad range of views. This kind of lens sizes is ranging from 17mm to 35mm. For those who like to shoot landscape or experimenting with a wide viewing angle, the wide-angle lens types can be selected.
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| This picture was taken with fish eye lens. Image: kontain.com |
The opposite of a wide-angle lens is a telephoto lens. The range of this lens is start from 70 mm upwards. You can use telephoto lens closer to the object, but at the same time you can narrowing the viewing angle. This telephoto lens is perfect for photography of fashion show, sports and music concert, or remote objects.
There is also a fish eye lens, wide angle lens that is the size of 14 mm, 15 mm, and 16 mm. With this lens, the images you produce will look curved. You can also use this lens to photograph the faces of your friends, so that their faces would look funny, but the fish-eye lens is usually used to take pictures of objects in the narrow room, such as in buildings, palaces, palace, churches, and so on.
Remember also among a wide variety of lenses, there is a macro lens that you can use to photograph very small objects such as ants, flowers, insects, butterflies and small creatures and other small objects. Lenses like this are usually owned by photography enthusiasts, biologists and other scientists.
Finally, of course is zoom lens. This lens has a size that is not fixed, such as 80-200 mm. This lens is versatile because it can be tailored to the needs, which can zoom in and zoom out. This means you can bring a photo or make the subject much without you having to approach the object you are photographing. Indeed, the price is relatively more expensive, but reliable for various needs. Believe me, there is also a zoom lens at reasonably priced. You can check prices zoom lens by using the search engines such as Google, Yahoo, Bing and other search engines so that you get the right information. If you are curious I suggest you can check the prices on the website that is trusted, namely: http://superdigitalzone.com
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| She use zoom lens. Image: digitalslrcameras360.com.wordpressors.com |
If you are a beginner photographer, it is best if you have a zoom lens with a range of 18-250 mm or 18-270 mm. This versatile lens is fit for holiday or traveling, so you do not bother to change lenses quickly when you want to switch shooting from close distance to the remote or distance.
You just need to zoom in or zoom out. Sigma and Tamron is a third party lens manufacturer that produces various zoom lenses in different variations, there is even a type that are armed with anti-shake feature (image stabilizer). You could also try the original lens from Leica, Nikon, Canon, Olympus, Sony, Pentax, and other original lenses to suit your camera brand.
You just need to zoom in or zoom out. Sigma and Tamron is a third party lens manufacturer that produces various zoom lenses in different variations, there is even a type that are armed with anti-shake feature (image stabilizer). You could also try the original lens from Leica, Nikon, Canon, Olympus, Sony, Pentax, and other original lenses to suit your camera brand.
If you already have a lot of experience and familiarity, and of course the extra money, you can buy a wide range of lenses step by step. If you cannot wait, then you can buy a used lens, but make sure you buy at the store that has a good reputation. Try using a camera lens before you pay. If necessary, get a friend who is experienced so that you get a good lens though not a new lens. You can also get information about the photography forums on the Internet; join the forum so that you are smarter. Join a photography club in your city is also a very good decision.
Monday, November 2, 2015
Nikon D800
Professional photographer got amazing news because launch the Nikon D800. Full-frame cameras are smaller and lighter than the Nikon D700 comes at a site that is Nikon rumors. Nikon D800 reportedly has a camera with the highest resolution ever for Nikon DSLR cameras. Nikon D800 uses a 36 megapixel sensor with a resolution of 7360 x 4912 (confirmed by EXIF data) and will compete with other modern cameras currently on the market.
Nikon D800 is clearly not similar to the Nikon D700, because it has a new layout that includes replacing the switch to focus mode to switch from silent mode and movie mode toggling conjunction with live view. Video retrieval seems to be much more focused on the whole, with a larger preview LCD and 30fps 1080p video produced to say "very good," even compared with the new 3D cameras. But some parts of the Nikon D800 has a similar autofocus system with Nikon D700.
Nikon D800 is clearly not similar to the Nikon D700, because it has a new layout that includes replacing the switch to focus mode to switch from silent mode and movie mode toggling conjunction with live view. Video retrieval seems to be much more focused on the whole, with a larger preview LCD and 30fps 1080p video produced to say "very good," even compared with the new 3D cameras. But some parts of the Nikon D800 has a similar autofocus system with Nikon D700.
Nikon D800 Specifications:
- Number of pixels 3630 megapixels.
- Continuous shooting 4 frames per second (BO) or 6 frames per second for DX mode
- Full HD video in 1920 × 1080/30p.
- Headphone jack, which can be entered from external devices such as PCM voice recorder.
- Supports USB3.0
- 86K pixel split control, AF, exposure, white balance,
- Face Recognition AF
- Larger LCD Monitor
- Two CF media card slot and SD card slot.
- Shutter durability of 200,000 cycles.
Nikon D800 will be equipped with the ability to record 1080 video with 30 frames per second, four-frames per second to Burt mode, a larger LCD screen, and can use two external memory either SD or CF card.
D800 D3x will basically be a mini. But do not expect the same high performance in the ISO like the Nikon D3s. The camera is Nikon's solution may be to separate the two product lines (before the D700 and D3 have the same sensor). Are you also looking forward to this camera? This camera is great for professional photographer, reporter and serious camera fans.
Canon EOS 1D X
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Canon EOS 1D X. Image: boingboing.net |
Canon Camera released the EOS-1D X to answer the needs of photography professionals are increasingly challenged and improved. This camera is a dream for lovers of photography in the world, both professional photographers and serious amateur photographers who pursue photography as a hobby. The technology used in the Canon EOS-1D X is an evolution of previous professional DSLR EOS technologies like the EOS-1Ds Mark III and EOS-1D Mark IV. As the joint and increased sophistication of the features of its predecessor in the professional class, carrying the EOS-1D X 18.1-megapixel CMOS sensor measuring 35mm full-frame high-speed image capture up to 14 frames per second (fps), with dual DIGIC processor so that 5 + the photos in a very high ISO noise was minimal.
The results are amazing photos Sensor EOS-1D X has a high signal-to-noise (S / N) special with pixel size of 6.95 μm pitch width. Pixel size and a larger sensor further enhance the light collection efficiency so that the image obtained by a more perfect and the noise is also lower. Thanks to advanced sensors and processors, the clarity of the images from the EOS-1D X at ISO 51 200 is comparable to the images at ISO 12,800 on the EOS-1D Mark IV so the EOS-1D ISO setting X can be increased up to ISO 204 800. With high ISO users can increase the shutter speed to reduce camera shake when shooting at, especially in low light conditions and is not possible to use flash. Another feature of the Canon EOS-1D X is a function of Real-Time Correction of chromatic aberration, the processing of RAW images directly in the camera, lens distortion correction (in RAW processing functions).
AE / AF System of Innovative System
Auto Focus (AF) on the EOS-1D X has a High Density 61titik reticular AF with 41 cross-type points. Cameras AF system offers a broad range of auto-focus, high precision, and ability to capture the sophisticated subject. Canon EOS-1D X using the AF sensor with 41 cross-type point sensitive to f/4.0 aperture so that users are now using the lens maximum aperture f/4.0 AF can enjoy the optimal speed. Every moment is critical and any movement will not be missed. High Speed Performance Unprecedented With the shutter-release lag is so short just 36 milliseconds, the Canon EOS-1D X responds quickly to keep up a photographer sports or fast action.
A new feature in the EOS-1D X is an Active Mirror Stopper Quad, which is equipped with a double bounce lock and balance so as to reduce bounce mirror directly. With this system, the camera is more stable and accurate in shooting high drive so that photographers will never miss a quick moment.
EOS Prima Movie Video
Recording quality is of very high with low noise and cinematic effect of the Canon EOS cameras that are well known and became a hot topic in the world of videography appear more reliable in the EOS-1D X. With Dual DIGIC processor 5 + and a new CMOS sensor systems, color and moiré distortion appearing in scenes with fine horizontal lines is reduced drastically. Video recording with high ISO was freer from noise. Users can also select the compression method IPB is capable of recording much longer with a smaller file size and optimal quality. Even so special to meet the needs of professionals in taking and video synchronization, video file sizes in excess of 4GB (the maximum size for FAT file systems) are automatically split but the new file is created automatically and immediately continues recording without interruption.
Improved Reliability and Durability
EOS-1D X using the unit shutter (shutter) version that has the durability to 400,000 times the shots. And the new EOS-1D series at first used this camera electronic shutter curtain for a quieter operation when using live view function. With order unit of material solid magnesium strong alloy, EOS-1D X is very tough and reliable in any shooting conditions. Ultrasonic waves Wave Motion Cleaning (UWMC effectively remove small particles from the sensor interrupt. Canon EOS-1D X is a professional camera that can meet the needs of photographers who require high-speed full frame camera with high ISO capability with low noise. Canon EOS-1D X is also the world's fastest digital SLR camera sets a new standard of excellence DSLR camera technology is increasingly leaving its competitors.
Are you interested in using this sophisticated camera? Perhaps you would consider digital SLR cameras manufactured by Nikon, Pentax or any other well-known brand have also launched a new camera. The final decision is yours.
Nikon D600
Closest competitor camera manufacturer Canon, Nikon, reportedly preparing a full-frame Digital SLR camera that will be on the market at affordable prices. Many are those who claim that the camera is being prepared by Nikon is the Nikon D600, an entry level Digital SLR camera that will be the replacement for the D700 series.
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| Image: technobuffalo.com |
Nikon has just released the 3200 Nikon camera equipped with a 24.2 MP resolution. The launch was made after markets were surprised by the presence of the Nikon D800 is equipped with 36.3 MP resolution. Are you surprised too?
Specifications:
· 39 AF points (with an option of 11 AF points)
· 5 fps (same as the D700, the D800 has 4fps)
· 2 SD card slots with Eye-fi support
· Build-in retouching images functionality
· Built-in flash with sync speed of 1/250s
· Two user settings: U1 and U2
· Fn button
· GPS
· HD video
· The sensor inside the D600 will probably be 24MP (made by Sony, modified by Nikon)
· The new camera will be marketed as an entry level full frame camera
· Auto DX crop mode
· In-camera RAW editor
· Built in time-lapse functionality
· Possibly with build-in HDR
· Possibly with integrated GPS
· New external battery grip
· To be released this summer
· The D600 will probably not have an internal AF motor, which means it will work only with AF-S lenses (just like the D3200 and D5100)
· The price of the D600 is rumored to be very low - maybe as low as $1500
· Announcement before Photokina (September 2012)
· One or more low-priced f/4 lenses will be announced with the D600. For example, Nikon recently filed a patent for a 24-70mm f/3.5-4.5 full frame lens which seems to be designed for a cheaper FX DSLR body
Some of the leaked specs are available from Nikon rumors mentions that Nikon D600 will be equipped with dual SD cardslot, in-camera RAW editor and GPS. HDR feature seems to be removed from this camera. Nikon D600 Nikon Rumors predicted that the most likely to be released in summer this year. For the price alone is not certain. Nikon fans to be patient if you want to buy a Nikon D600.
Sony Alpha A99, the first DSLT Full-Frame Camera
We know Sony as an electronics maker that is very innovative in the world. Of course you also know that Sony's smartphone products are highly regarded by its competitors. Sony is also increasingly known for its camera. In addition to producing point and shoot camera or compact cameras, and Mirrorless camera, Sony also serious to produce a semi-professional camera and professional camera.
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| Image: phonestabletsgadgets.blogspot.com |
Now Sony makes a surprise since Sony released the new Sony Alpha A99 camera. Camera Sony Alpha A99 comes with an impressive 24.3 Megapixel resolution with support Bions processor that can produce perfect image quality and detail. Apparently Sony Alpha A99 is a Full-Frame camera DSLT*) first in the world. This is a very exciting development for the photographer who had been in the vortex of Digital SLR cameras that you already know Canon and Nikon.
Sony Alpha A99 camera also uses super advanced technology with the technology translucent Mirror reflected light can penetrate 70% and reflects 30% of light to the phase detection AF sensor.
Unlike other full frame camera, the Sony Alpha A99 is a full frame camera that carries the world's first Translucent Mirror Technology. Armed with Exmor R CMOS sensor resolution of 24.3 megapixels, this camera is also supported by the BIONZ processor for image processing and video support.
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| Image: hardwarezone.com.sg |
The use of technology and BIONZ processor Translucent Mirror Sony Alpha A99 makes can shoot at speeds up to 10fps, produces RAW images with 14-bit output, and can record video in Full HD resolution and has a high sensitivity up to ISO 25,600.
Sony's new technologies do not forget presented. Like for example autofocus system that carries the dual AF. Dual AF focus system combines 19 points with phase detection autofocus sensor that can determine a continuous focus. As a result, Sony Alpha A99 can focus very quickly and accurately.
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The camera is also equipped with autofocus AF-D feature that allows you to define a continuous focus for easy shooting a moving subject. This new feature is suitable and can be used with a range of Sony lenses as Sony SAL2470Z, SAL2875, SAL50F14, SAL300F28G2, SAL70400G and SAL500F4G. With the latest firmware update, Sony will increase the number of lenses will support autofocus AF-D feature.
To compose a photo, the Sony Alpha A99 is equipped with an electric aperture XGA OLED Tru-Finder as you find on the Sony NEX-7 and the flexible LCD screen that can be folded and rotated to shoot with an extreme angle. Shooting can be done in various locations whatsoever.
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If you want to make a video or a movie, the Sony Alpha A99 is designed for optimal video recording. The camera is equipped with anti-noisy multi-controller on the front body, and 2 memory card slot that supports Memory Stick Pro Duo and SD / SDHC / SDXC. Both slots may be used directly in the recording video simultaneously. If one has the storage media is full, the camera will automatically switch to a second storage media without disturbing the camera to stop filming.
Sony Alpha A99 marketed in October 2012 with a price tag of U.S. $ 2,800 (body, without lens). The prices are quite competitive. You can compare it with other full frame cameras from Nikon and Canon.
*) SLT stands for "Single Lens Translucent", with the cameras incorporating TMT (Translucent Mirror Technology), a translucent mirror that allows roughly 70% of the light entering through the lens to pass directly through it and onto the imaging sensor, while a smaller amount, around 30% is reflected up to the camera's phase detection autofocus (AF) sensor. This means that the mirror, rather than flipping out of the way as in a traditional SLR camera, remains fixed in place, speeding up the time taken to record a shot and allowing for fast, full-time phase detection AF.
Other advantages of the design include less camera shake due to the mirror not moving, no viewfinder blackout during shooting, and settings such as exposure compensation and ISO can be more easily viewed on the electronic viewfinder. (The terms and explanations of SLT quoted from www.techradar.com).
Sunday, November 1, 2015
Nikon SLR D3100
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