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Working with a digital SLR camera indoors requires you to keep a few very important things in mind. Take digital SLR pictures indoors with help from a professional photographer in this free video clip.
Digital SLR cameras typically have a number of features in common no matter what model you're talking about. Learn about digital SLR features with help from a professional photographer in this free video clip.
Any Nikon digital single-lens reflex camera is compatible with the Tamron 300mm F2.8 auto-focus lens, as long as the lens has a Nikon-style mount. Any other type of mount will not work with a Nikon camera unless you have an adapter.
While 35mm film shooters fret over the number of rolls they've packed and possible X-ray damage, digital shooters breeze through security quickly and without worry. Though security measures have been increased over the past decade, digital cameras are still allowed as carry-on items. In fact, most airports insist that cameras not be checked due to the shifting of luggage during travel. All digital singe-lens reflex cameras can be safely passed through airport scanners without worry of internal damage.
Controlling your camera's shutter speed is especially important if you want to take pictures of quickly moving subjects. The term shutter speed refers to the amount of time the camera's shutter stays open during a single exposure. Understanding how to use shutter speed adjustments first requires a basic understanding of how a digital single-lens reflex camera works.
Once you approach the crest of a mountain vista or reach the powdery white shores of a tropical beach, the only way to capture the sweeping view is by using your camera's panorama mode. With help from its built-in stitch assist technology, the Nikon CoolPix S8000 can seamlessly capture a 360-degree field of view. Ideal for any traveling professional or casual vacation photographer, the CoolPix S8000 is ultra-compact and easily pocketable. Once you master panorama mode, you'll be able to record your surroundings from all angles.
With digital photography having fully made the transition to the primary form of mainstream photography, film cameras have become collectors' items, nostalgic treasures and a symbol of the past. However, some professional photographers still use film for specific types of photography, and plastic-lens cameras are one aspect of film photography that is still popular, partially because of the unique qualities they impart to photos.
The Canon 5D Mark II is a professional-level full-frame Digital SLR (single-lens reflex) that has the ability to record video in addition to taking still pictures. Professional level cameras like the 5D Mark II come packed with a host of options and features that allow the photographer to customize it. One of the invaluable features is the micro-adjustment that allows fine-tuning of the auto-focus feature, dependent on which lens is attached.
When looking at digital cameras it is important to look at the features of that camera --particularly with older models such as Canon's PowerShot A720IS and PowerShot A570IS. Because both are in Canon's A series they have many similar features. However, because cameras advance so quickly from generation to generation there are some differences that separate the two.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 and the Nikon D60 are interchangeable-lens digital cameras. Both cameras were released in 2008 and marketed toward the entry- to mid-level amateur photography markets. The DMC-G1 was Panasonic's first micro four-thirds digital camera. The D60 replaced the D40 as Nikon's entry-level digital SLR. The cameras differ in terms of body and sensor type, resolution, imaging features, LCD size and quality.
Digital image files produced in raw file formats retain as much image data from the camera as possible. Two common raw image formats include the Canon RAW version 2 (.CR2) format and the Digital Negative (.DNG) format. The Canon format is a proprietary format owned by Canon, while the Digital Negative format is an open image format owned by Adobe. Converting between formats is simple, and can be accomplished through numerous softwares, most of which come bundled with the camera itself.
With the plastic camera's sudden resurgence in popularity, plastic lenses for photography have come back in vogue. These lens are usually simple, one-piece designs, containing a spherical lens made of plastic and a simple f/-stop element. Due to the simplicity of the design, simple lenses following this example can be made at home. Using this lens, you can take lo-fi pictures in the style of a plastic camera, complete with color smears, aberrations and light leaks.
The 5D Mark II is one of Canon's signature pro digital SLR cameras. Equipped with multiple shooting modes including manual, landscape, portrait, close up and a full high-definition movie capability, the 5D Mark II allows you to capture your favorite moments and upload them to your MacBook Pro laptop. Uploading pictures and videos to your computer allows you to edit and share them with friends, family and other enthusiasts and professionals. Connecting your camera to your MacBook Pro is quick and simple.
The Epson R-D1 is a digital rangefinder camera. The camera has a built-in device used to measure distance. The R-D1 is capable of taking images at a 6.1 megapixel resolution. Additionally, the camera has a 2-inch flip out LCD monitor, 1.x viewfinder and a hot shoe used to connect an external flash. Prior to using the R-D1, the digital camera must be set up for use. The R-D1 will be ready to use after correctly following multiple steps.
Canon's line of high-end EOS digital cameras can record images in RAW-based CR2 format. CR2 image files are uncompressed, which makes them ideal for print medium but means they have file sizes too large to be used for Web-based applications or publishing. Digital Photo Professional, the Canon-bundled photo editing and management program, can read and convert CR2 files to the more Web-friendly JPG format.
RAW files are high-resolution image files that are recorded by high-end digital cameras. RAW format files are uncompressed and have large file sizes. Canon digital cameras that support RAW format files produce CR2 files, which is a proprietary Canon file format that can be read and converted using the "Digital Photo Professional" software program bundled with the retail camera package.
To use a FujiFilm Finepix S8100 digital camera for action pictures or when taking portraits, use the camera's continuous shooting mode. This allows the camera to shoot pictures in rapid-fire succession, capturing a sequence of images when you don't have a lot of time to think and react to the subject's movement. It also can be handy for getting people to act more natural for portraits, as they're not anticipating the shutter being fired. The S8100 offers five continuous shooting modes that range from three-picture bursts up to dozens of pictures.
Canon's line of high-end EOS Digital SLR cameras can record uncompressed RAW format images that have a larger file size and higher resolution than JPG images. RAW format images recorded by Canon EOS cameras have the file extension CR2, and viewing and working with CR2 files requires "Digital Photo Professional," which is specialized imaging software that is included with all of Canon's EOS cameras.
The Olympus EVOLT E-300 is a digital single-lens reflex (SLR) camera released in 2004. It has eight megapixel photo quality and a 14mm to 45mm zoom lens. The camera can be used in a variety of shooting modes including manual, automatic, sports, landscape or portrait. When first learning how to use the Olympus EVOLT E-300, it is best to use the camera in automatic shooting mode. Once the user grasps the basics of the camera, then more advanced options can be used.
When you photograph in subzero temperatures, you have to brace for more than the cold. The elements can be rough on digital SLR cameras, so you will have to make an extra effort to protect the delicate and fine-tuned camera. This can be accomplished even on a budget by using simple techniques and fancy-free equipment. By taking some easy steps toward protecting your camera, you will be able to use your camera to shoot stunning winter scenes for many years to come.
Dimly lit scenes require cameras to use a slower shutter speed than shots with ample light. The slower exposure time allows more light to pass through the shutter. And if you own the Nikon D60 and would like to take photos at night, standard shooting modes won't cut it. Thankfully, the D60 offers both a manual and automatic method for taking photos in low light.
The Olympus E-510 Evolt is a digital single-lens reflex (SLR) camera, with 10 megapixels and more than 19 different shooting modes, including manual and automatic. Many users need clarification on how to manually set the shutter speed and aperture. Photography is highly affected by manually-set modes, and the Evolt has many features that can increase overall photograph quality.
Most Nikon digital single-lens reflex cameras can be set to one of three image-quality options for JPG files: normal, fine and basic. This setting tells the camera how much to compress an image file. Also, the image size can be set to large, medium or small. Setting the image quality to fine and the image size to large will produce an image file with the equivalent of 300 dpi (dots per inch). For COOLPIX cameras, the image mode should be set to high to obtain the same result.
The professional Pentax *ist D digital camera supports multiple lens types and features an array of ways to focus on the subject. The focus switch on the front of the camera allows you to choose between auto focus single mode, continuous mode and manual focus. The auto focus single mode is the standard mode of auto focus found in cameras and won't allow you to capture the image until the subject is in focus. Auto focus continuous mode allows you to focus repeatedly on a moving subject and will capture images without the subject in focus. Manual focus means the…
The 10.2-megapixel Nikon D60 digital camera features the option to manually adjust image settings and the ability to accept multiple lenses. After the D60 is set up, you might need to know how to turn it on, take a picture, zoom into the subject, take a self-portrait, review images and delete them. Familiarizing yourself with the basics could mean the difference between capturing that special moment correctly and botching the job.
Anyone with a digital camera has probably heard the term white balance. In the days of film, photographers could not adjust white balance in their camera. Previously, photographers managed this by purchasing film based on the color temperature of light; either film balanced for daylight or balanced for tungsten light. Today's digital cameras can automatically make these decisions, leaving the photographer more freedom and time to create images.
Canon's 30D and 40D fall into the "prosumer" line of digital single lens reflex cameras. This class of camera is positioned between the entry level "Rebel" nameplate and the "1D" and "1Ds" line of professional camera bodies. These cameras have more features than the entry level but not the same features or construction of the professional. The 30D and 40D look very similar at first glance, but a closer look reveals some differences.
If photos from your digital camera appear blurry despite making adjustments to your focus and exposure modes, try turning on your in-camera or in-lens image stabilizer. This feature works to reduce camera shake created by the photographer or his environment. An image stabilizer can help you create sharper pictures and more usable frames without the use of a tripod.
Nikon released the D60 digital SLR camera in 2008 and targeted it at the entry-level photography market. The D60 is a huge step up from a digital point-and-shoot camera but doesn't perform at the level of Nikon's high-end (and most expensive) DSLRs. Still, learning to use the D60 can be a bit daunting for a newcomer to a digital SLR. Fortunately, Nikon has abundant resources to get you started.
A lens is a crucial part of a camera. With inadequate care, it can become scratched, leaving marks in pictures taken from that point on. Lenses, whether they are plastic or glass, should be taken care of the same way. Prevent your lens from becoming scratched, as fixing an existing scratch is a difficult task. Make sure your lens is clean and kept protected when not in use to extend the life of your camera.
According to a 2006 survey commissioned by Photography.com, 82 percent of all photographers surveyed used digital cameras as opposed to film cameras. With numbers like that, it should be no surprise that Canon only manufactures digital cameras as of 2011. Although Canon offers many other types of digital cameras, they have a full line of SLR (single lens reflex) cameras. All of the digital SLRs that Canon manufactures bear the acronym "EOS," which stands for "electro-optical system."
The Canon AL-1 is a 35 mm single-lens reflex (SLR) camera. Launched in 1982, this film camera includes an FD mount that works with Canon's interchangeable FD lenses. The AL-1 features Quick Focus with an in-focus indicator light visible in the viewfinder. An action grip allows a comfortable fit for the right hand. Some of its key specifications facilitate quick mastery of the camera.
The Canon 40D camera features a 3-inch, 230,000-pixel liquid display crystal (LCD) monitor with a wide viewing angle. Protecting the surface of the LCD panel from smudges and scratches can help ensure accurate viewing and focusing while composing an image with Canon's trademark Live View function. Launched in 2007, the Canon 40D won the 2008 Hot One Award from Professional Photographers for "Best Digital SLR (35 mm style) between $1,000 and $3,000." Some of the most practical means of protecting this industry-leading camera are among the least expensive.
In 2007, Canon launched the EOS-1D Mark III, a digital single-lens reflex camera. This professional camera is part of Canon's extensive Electro-Optical System that features digital auto focus and auto exposure. The Canon EF mount accepts over 50 lenses designated as "EF," "TS-E" and "MP-E." The Mark III is compatible with Microsoft Windows 7. In 2010, the EOS-1D Mark III received the PC Magazine Readers' Choice Service and Reliability Award.
One impressive innovation in post-film photography is image stabilization. This technology is sometimes abbreviated "IS," "VR" for vibration reduction or "AS" for anti-shake. Through different methods, image-stabilized cameras can reduce the amount of shaky or blurry photos you take, reducing your reliance on things like camera flash or tripod mounts.
Digital cameras commonly have an image stabilization feature. Some have "optical" stabilization while others have "digital" stabilization, but they don't explain the difference. Basically, optical stabilization alters a physical piece of the camera to keep the subject steady. Digital stabilization compromises some aspects of the image to stabilize it, which results in reduced quality compared to an optically stabilized image. There are two common types of both stabilization systems.
Released in February 2006, the Canon 30D is an 8.2-megapixel DSLR (digital single lens reflex) camera. While the 30D has many of the same features as its predecessor the 20D, one significant new feature is the 30D's Picture Style option. This option allows photographers to choose from six custom pre-determined shooting styles, and gives the photographer three settings that can be customized. The six settings are Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful and Monochrome.
Nikon USA's D60 and D80 cameras are similar models of compact digital single lens reflex (SLR) cameras. Both products have similar specifications, including 10 megapixel maximum resolution and equivalent sensor quality and structural components. The two models differ in terms of a few factors including lens compatibility, focus and viewfinder specifications.
A key feature that sets a digital single lens reflex, or DLSR, camera apart from a compact point-and-shoot camera is the ability to change lenses. With a wide variety of lenses available for every make and model of DLSR camera, photographers can go from wide-angle views to extreme close-ups. This gives photographers greater control over the final image. Lenses must be compatible with the camera body. For example, a Canon lens will fit on a Canon camera body but not on a Nikon body.
There are many possible ways to create a macro lens for your camera. The trick is to find the right combination of lenses in order to create one super macro lens. The created lens works best when a medium focal-length lens is attached to the camera and a fast secondary lens is held at the end of the primary lens. You will have to experiment with the lenses that you already own to see which combination works best for your camera.
Buying a used digital SLR camera can be as beneficial as buying a good used car, if you take the right measures. The prices of used cameras are substantially lower than retail, even if there is little to no damage to them. The key to successfully purchasing a used D-SLR is knowing what you are buying. With a little bit of effort, you can find a great deal on a used camera and begin shooting.
Action photography includes a lot of uncertainty, speed and room for error. Only the best action photographers capture priceless images, and half of there skill comes in their selection of equipment. The most important piece of equipment that can separate the best action photography from the rest is the lens. The lens determines how fast a photographer can respond to a special moment, as well as determines the image quality. Several factors play into what makes a great action lens and knowing them will help any aspiring action photographer in know how to shop for one.
Hundreds of lenses are available on the market for digital SLRs. Professional photographers usually have little trouble finding the right lens, but the task is more challenging for amateurs. All the nonsensical numbers, varying prices and scores of retailers make the process of learning about different camera lenses intimidating. Follow several basic guidelines to make this quest for insight much easier.
Single-lens reflex cameras, better known as SLRs, can focus on a single object in a picture and blur out the background. In order to achieve this effect, you need to use the aperture priority mode in your digital camera's settings. By lowering the aperture level, the camera's lens opens more and it will focus on the close-up object while blurring the background of the photo.
The Fuji S5 marked a major step into the digital single lens reflex (DSLR) market for Fuji. The S5 uses Nikon Lens mounts for wide lens compatibility and competes with the advanced models of the camera giants like Canon and Nikon. The S5 didn't disappoint, with full manual shooting modes and a high-quality sensor allowing photographers to let their imaginations run wild. When transferring photos from the camera to a PC using software such as Phase One Software's "Capture One," it's possible to run into a few obstacles.
Taking panoramic pictures was once a challenging endeavor, since it usually consisted of joining a sequence of shots through a process called stitching. With the help of digital cameras, taking panoramic pictures can be accomplished by using special features, such as panorama modes or stitch assistance mode, which merges multiple shots into a panoramic picture. Although digital features in cameras make the job easier, there may still be a level of control and practice required from the photographer to capture a panoramic picture that stays true to the subject being shot.
Zoom lenses allow photographers to capture subjects or candid moments that are out of reach or at a distance. The common drawback to using a zoom lens is that it is easy to make blurry pictures because it can pick up even the smallest hand movements. Luckily there are plenty of remedies for this problem that will help photographers clear up their zoomed pictures.
When shooting action and motion, making sure all of your settings are just right can be a daunting and even frustrating task. Sometimes just keeping your eye on the action is challenging enough. Many SLR cameras come equipped with settings to assist in capturing that moment with precision. Here are a some fundamental steps for capturing magazine quality action photography with your digital SLR camera.
Dots per Inch (DPI) is a useful metric of the quality of a digital print at a given size. For instance, a print at 20x20 at 300 DPI will be noticeably sharper than a print of the same size at 10 DPI because the former will have more "dots" packed closer together. It is a common misconception, however, that DPI has anything to do with digital capture. While a photographer may reduce the overall resolution of a shot, he will not alter DPI until it comes time to print and then only through photo processing software.
The Nikon D60 professional digital camera takes high-quality pictures, and has the option to accommodate several different Nikon lenses. Upon receiving your camera, you'll have questions about its basic operations. Navigating a few easy steps will have you shooting like a professional with your Nikon in little time. You can properly load a battery into your camera, attach a lens to the camera body, take your first photograph in automatic mode, and review your pictures after you've taken them.
Single lens reflex (SLR) cameras have long been the standard type used by professionals everywhere. They allow manual control of exposure times and aperture settings, and have removable lenses that can be swapped depending on the needs of the photographer. Since the coming of digital SLR cameras, they have become much more common among amateurs. All but the oldest SLR cameras need batteries to power lenses or screen controls. Finding them is easy.
The Olympus EVOLT E-510 is a digital single lens reflex camera. The camera features a two-inch LCD display and six shooting modes. It will take time to learn the advanced photo settings of the EVOLT, but the basic functions of the camera can be mastered within minutes. Use this guide to jump-start your learning.
The Nikon D60 digital single lens reflex camera features 10.2-megapixel image resolution, a built-in flash, a removable lens and a 2.5-inch TFT LCD display. It stores images on removable secure digital flash memory cards.
A camera's lens is a decisive element for producing high-quality photographs. Serious photographers have been using interchangeable SLR lenses for a long time, but now that digital SLR equipment is cheaper than ever, many people are considering SLR lenses to substantially improve their digital photos. Interchangeable SLR lenses offer more control and variety for photographers in need of tools to enhance their creativity.
The AC adapter designed for the Pentax K10D digital single-lens reflex camera is also know as the D-AC50, using Pentax's product designation system. The adapter is designed to provide unlimited power to your camera, which is of great utility on long shoots in the studio or when uploading images to your computer. The adapter coverts the AC (alternating current) electricity that comes out of your electrical sockets to DC (direct current) for use with the camera's electronics.
Several features can be considered when comparing the Canon 50D, 40D and 30D cameras. Competition among cameras not only lies with the different camera models but their overall performance in photography. Canon cameras are among the leading brands in providing imaging solutions. Production of different camera models by Canon continues to provide better quality images.
The EOS-1D Mark III, a premium SLR camera developed by Canon, includes countless features such as a 10.1 megapixel sensor, nearly 20 preloaded shooting settings and the ability to set your ISO as desired. ISO measures the camera's sensitivity to light. For instance, a high ISO setting yields bright colors, especially under good lighting. But, shooting with a high ISO under dark lighting can create too much noise, giving the photo a grainy appearance. You can change your camera to automatically set the ISO to match the environment.
The Pentax K10D camera is designed to shoot high-resolution digital images. Upon receiving your camera, you might have a few questions about its basic operation. Following a few simple steps will soon have you operating the K10D efficiently. Learn to properly power your device using a fully charged battery, attach a lens to the body mount, use autofocus settings, and review your images after they've been captured.
The Canon EOS 50D is an advanced digital SLR that can shoot in creative and manual settings in up to 15 megapixels. The 50D has an RGB color filter system and a CMOS cropped-frame sensor. The 50D uses interchangeable EF-mount lenses to take pictures and CompactFlash memory cards to store images. Canon's 50D's intuitive interface can be easily controlled by the intermediate to advanced photographer.
The Nikon Coolpix S5 is a point-and-shoot digital camera released by Nikon in the summer of 2006. It features a 6-megapixel sensor and 3X optical zoom. Memory problems for the Coolpix S5 usually involve issues with the memory card.
A Canon 40D is a mid-range camera used by those whose photographic abilities have moved beyond the use of entry level, compact point-and-shoot digital cameras. Unlike pictures taken with an entry-level camera, the images taken with a Canon 40D often require more light than comes from the standard, built-in flash. To solve this problem, many photographers purchase a separate flash. There are, however, different needs to consider when purchasing a flash.
The Canon 1D Mark IV is an advanced digital SLR that can shoot in creative and manual settings and HD movie mode. The 1D uses both compact flash and SDHC memory cards to store images. Canon's 1D's intuitive interface can be easily controlled by the intermediate to advanced photographer.
Released in 2007, the Olympus E-510 Evolt has a 10 megapixel sensor that is matched to Olympus's TruePic III processor. The camera has a number of features that amateur and professional photographers will find appealing. The camera is also configured to work with a wireless remote control like the Opteka RC-7 Wireless remote. These remote controls work with a small infrared transmitter that signals the camera to operate. Using a device like this opens up a whole range of photography options.
The Canon 30D is a high-quality DSLR used in professional photography. Although it can be purchased by casual consumers, only professional photographers need all of the features offered by the 30D. As of 2010, this model is beginning to be less impressive compared to newer cameras. However, it still remains a solid choice for a mid-level user.
The Canon EOS 30D digital single lens reflex camera is a consumer-oriented removable lens digital camera. Although it offers all of the creative manual control of a professional camera, it also has a great deal of automation, letting anyone who can simply point and shoot use it to take excellent pictures.
Nikon has been manufacturing 35mm cameras and lenses since the 1930s, and one the most common lenses produced since then has been the 50mm f1.4. As manufacturing processes and lens technology have advanced over the years, each lens was given a designation letter that would identify either a special feature or the series of the lens. Two examples are the "D" and "G" versions of the 50mm f1.4 Nikon lens.
You will find many similarities between Nikon's D60 and D80 digital SLR cameras. Both are designed for the serious hobbyist. Both offer similar shooting modes. The D80 is the larger model and gives the user more control over the picture.
The Canon EOS 20D and 40D cameras are both high-end digital cameras offering advanced features. The Canon 40D, a later model, has superior specifications compared to the older 20D.
The Nikon D300 is a prosumer digital SLR popular with serious amateur photographers. When shopping online for a D300, you may see wildly divergent price points for it because some sellers are offering grey market products, or cameras that are not meant for sale in the U.S., even though the camera is the same. While the deal may seem too good to pass up, it is important to know that if anything goes wrong with the camera, Nikon USA will not, under any circumstances, repair it. Before buying therefore, you may want to verify if the camera is grey market…
A polarizing filter is an optional camera accessory that fits on a lens and removes certain wavelengths of light from the photo. It's typically used to reduce haze in a photograph or see-through transparent surfaces, such as water. In most situations, this filter will not affect the white balance of a photo, but unusual lighting situations may cause the image to appear bizarre. Adjusting the color balance with a filter is similar to creating a custom white balance. Your camera must option custom white balances for you to adjust it.
In deciding whether the Nikon D300 or the Canon 1D Mark II is the better camera for you, compare the cameras' capabilities, including the size of pictures they can take, their speed in continuous-burst shooting mode, the size of their LCD screens and their ISO range.
Digital and analog camera lenses use completely different technology. The former is the most common and popular today, while the latter was more common in the days of film cameras.
The Canon EOS 40D and the 5D MK II are very different digital camera models, aimed at different user categories. The choice between the two depends in part on your quality needs, but mostly your budget.
Digital cameras are a valuable asset to any photographer's arsenal. Their ability to be customized and updated with new technology makes them as versatile as their analog counterparts. One possible addition to a digital camera is a digital conversion lens. These are often seen as a cheaper way of upgrading your existing camera's capabilities without going into debt by purchasing a new model.
The Canon 30D and 40D are very similar cameras. The 40D was released in 2007 as an upgrade to the 30D and has useful interface improvements. When put side-by-side, both cameras offer similar performance.
The Nikon D300 Digital camera features 12.3 megapixel photo resolution, a Nikon F lens mount and a 3.0 inch LCD screen, which acts both as a viewfinder and a picture reviewer. Occasionally, this screen can experience technical issues. Fortunately, there are several solutions for the most common problems associated with the D300 LCD.
The Olympus E-510 is a compact digital SLR with a 10-megapixel four-thirds mount sensor. The four-thirds system was built for digital photography and allows the manufacturer to create smaller lenses that have high resolution and low apertures. The E-510 was one of the first digital SLRs to feature live view photography through the LCD screen, boasts in-camera image stabilization so that all lenses become image stabilized, and has a self-cleaning sensor, eliminating the need for frequent sensor cleanings to keep images spotless. The Olympus also was one of the first to incorporate numerous scene modes into the camera.
The Nikon 18mm-55mm zoom lens is designed for use with digital cameras. Manufactured since 2009, this compact optical zoom can be acquired as an additional piece of equipment on single-lens reflex, digital Nikon cameras. This zoom is a newly designed adjustable lens that successfully negotiates a very short and extreme wide angle viewpoint with the focal length and depth of field of a normal lens. The lens also comes as standard equipment on several different models of Nikon digital cameras.
The Canon XSi and 40D are both digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras made by Canon. The two cameras have several things in common, but there are also a few features that set the two DSLRs apart.
Canon offers a variety of digital SLR, or single lens reflex, cameras for amateur and professional use. With regular use, a Canon SLR camera can build up dirt or dust on the lens, camera body and LCD monitor. The Canon website advises against using water, detergents or solvents to clean the camera. Use only a soft cloth and lens blower for the best results.
Digital camera sensors produce optimum color results under lighting conditions that match mid-day sunlight, but there is a big difference in the color of light from a sunny day, an overcast sky, an incandescent light bulb or fluorescent lights. Calibrating a camera, also known as adjusting the white balance, allows the camera to correctly interpret color and present it as the photographer expects. Using one of the camera's preset white balance settings allows the camera to approximate what is correct, but manually calibrating the camera results in a better match.
The Canon 1D Mark III camera is designed for professional sports and action photography. The sensor only has 10 megapixels, but the 45-point autofocus system and the ability to shoot 10 frames per second mean that the camera can capture even the most demanding action shots. As a professional camera, the 1D Mark III was created with the assumption that the user has some knowledge of photography, and does not include things like automatic scene modes.
The Canon 20D is a digital SLR camera produced between 2004 and 2006 for advanced amateurs and professionals alike. The camera features an 8.2-megapixel sensor and can shoot five frames per second. As an older model, it lacks features like live-view shooting with the LCD screen. However, the 20D has fine control over white balance. White balance refers to how the camera reads the color white. Under different lighting conditions, this changing color temperature can have an impact on image quality if not taken into account.
The Olympus EVolt E-510 digital single lens reflex camera uses the four-thirds system. This innovation uses a slightly smaller sensor than the APS and full-size sensors in other SLR cameras. Because the sensor itself is smaller, it requires a smaller area of light from which to take the picture, making it possible for both lenses and cameras in this format to be more compact. Among other features, this DSLR offers a 10 megapixel sensor, built in flash, fast 1/4000 of a second shutter and a vast number of scene modes, which make it easy for anyone to operate this camera.…
Comparing digital SLR lenses involves considering price and shooting environments, as well as referring to each lens's technical specifications for detailed information. Major elements of digital SLR lens comparison include auto-focus speed, focal length range, maximum aperture and image stabilization.
The Olympus Evolt E-510 digital single lens reflex camera offers a 10 megapixel, four-thirds format sensor. It has a three-point autofocus system, intelligent digital exposure meter and three-frame-per-second motor drive for continuous shooting. Thanks to its maximum ISO of 1,600 and quick 1/4,000 shutter speed, it can handle both high-speed shooting as well as low-light photography. Combining professional-level features with a user-friendly interface, this is an extremely easy camera to pick up and shoot, and one that can give great results.
Many digital cameras can capture and save image files as JPEG and RAW files. The JPEG file format is a universal format that all graphics software and hardware can read and display. A RAW file contains all the image pixels exactly as the camera's lens captured them, without any in-camera adjustments such as custom white balance or sharpening. It allows the photographer greater control over the quality of the image. Canon cameras save RAW files in Canon's proprietary "CR2" format and the camera must be set to that format before shooting the picture.
The Pentax K10D is a digital single-lens reflex (SLR) camera. Unlike point-and-shoot digital cameras, the K10D gives you more control over the camera lens and produces higher-quality pictures. Although professional photographers primarily use digital SLR cameras for their work, amateurs also benefit from using the Pentax K10D. Before you start taking pictures, learn how to use the battery, lenses and memory cards. Once set up, start taking pictures with your new digital camera.
A zoom single-lens reflex is a modified lens system that allows the photographer to view his subject through the same lens used to take the picture. It also allows a photographer to magnify the subject at a distance (zoom). The first zoom lenses were patented by Clile C. Allen in 1902, and later manufactured by Bell and Howel Cooke in 1932. The first SLR lenses were created in the 1880's. There is some debate over whose SLR design was first marketed, C.R. Smith or Thomas Sutton. Before the invention of the SLR's, cameras employed viewfinders; but that created parallax problems…
Various digital SLR lenses are available for your camera. Some are suitable for casual outdoor use with bright natural lighting, and others are built to meet more demanding low-light conditions like concerts and indoor events. Nature photographers, for example, will often choose different lenses than portrait photographers. Choosing the right digital SLR lens involves matching the right lens mount, quality and flexibility preferences, subject distance considerations and light-gathering ability.
A digital SLR is a high-quality camera that provides professional quality photographic images. While point-and-shoot digital cameras are the most common in use by people for everyday use, the SLR was usually reserved for use by professional photographers, but camera manufacturers have continued to refine the camera and created digital SLRs that are affordable for consumers who are not professional photographers.
The Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi, also known as the EOS 450D, is the 2008 model released by Canon after the EOS Rebel XTi, also known as the EOS 400D. While it only has a few actual physical changes to the older model, the primary difference is that the fingertip portion of the grip is recessed higher on the body so that there is more control when using the camera. It is also the first release of Canon with the LCD screen’s LiveView function. Unlike most D-SLRs prior to it, which only use the standard viewfinder when framing a shot,…
The camera iris is the mechanism in the lens that controls the size of the opening through which light will pass to the digital sensor or film. The opening in the iris is known as the aperture. The size of the aperture is stated in f-stops. The iris is one of the principle mechanisms within a camera that controls the amount of light that strikes the sensor or film and is a controlling factor in the focus and exposure of the picture.
Shooting star trails with a digital camera is a great way of dramatizing any landscape. In addition to their own beauty, star trails contrast strongly with static elements such as buildings and monuments, city skylines or natural landmarks. With a steady tripod, you can capture your favorite scene in a striking new light.
When you use any kind of camera--including a digital SLR--in the snow and cold, it is more likely to be damaged due to the elements. Condensation can infiltrate the digital camera and wreak havoc on the electronics of the device. Because of this, you need to take a few extra precautions to ensure your camera stays in tip-top shape, even after a day in the cold.
Nikon has created many different models of DSLRs (Digital Single Lens Reflex) for both amateur and professional photographers. DSLR cameras have come a long way since the first model. There are more bells and whistles on the latest Nikon cameras than ever before. Having all these options can be a bit confusing, especially if this is the first digital camera for you. Learning to use the menus, basic functions, and digital techniques will help you take stunning pictures almost immediately.
Lenses for single-lens reflex cameras that use film are interchangeable with lenses for digital SLRs. There are a few things to remember about either when using them on the opposite type camera, but essentially, as long as they have the same lens mount, they will work.
Digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) cameras offer you more features and creative control over your photos than most point-and-shoot cameras can. But as they do with their point-and-shoot products, camera makers are constantly improving the technology behind their D-SLR models. Let's take a look at the Fuji S5 Pro, which was released in 2006, and the Nikon D50, which was released in 2005 and competed with the S5 Pro before it was replaced by the D40 in late 2006.
To show you just how far and how fast technology improves, compare the Canon EOS 30D--a "prosumer"-consumer digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) camera with professional capabilities--released in 2006 to the Olympus EVOLT E-510--a mid-range D-SLR--released in 2007. In just one year, Olympus closed the gap between its mid-range cameras and Canon's higher-end D-SLRs.
When it comes to digital cameras--especially digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) cameras--Canon and Nikon are often at the top of the list in terms of quality and reputation. In 2008, Nikon released the D60 as one of its mid-range D-SLR cameras. The same year, Canon released the XSi--a mid-range competitor to the D60.
Nikon created the first "system" single-lens reflex camera in 1959, meaning the first 35mm camera body with a variety of lenses, flashes and accessories. There are many lenses, from fisheye to wide-angle to normal to telephoto to super telephoto that have been produced over the years, many of which may be in your collection. You can use most of them on a Nikon digital camera, too. Here are some tips.
In 2001, Canon released the 1D, the first digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) camera fully developed by the company, as a professional-grade model. In 2007, Canon released the 40D, a semi-professional D-SLR that has features superior to the original in almost every area. A comparison of these two models shows just how far Canon D-SLRs have come.
With its A and SX lines of PowerShot cameras, including the SX100 IS and A720 IS, Canon has aimed to give its customers some of the features of its high-end cameras in a compact point-and-shoot package. While they aren't at the same level as digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) cameras, the two do offer you a bit more than a typical point-and-shoot camera.
While they're both digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) cameras and both were released in 2007, the similarities between Nikon's 40Dx and Canon's 40D are few and far between--and for good reason. Nikon released the 40Dx as an entry-level upgrade to the 40D, while Canon released the 40D as a high-end, semi-professional model to replace the 30D.
For several years Nikon has manufactured digital SLR cameras for both professionals and new photographers. In 2006, Nikon began manufacturing digital SLRs for new photographers looking to use a more advanced camera compared to compact digital cameras. The D40 and D60 are both good choices for new photographers. The differences in the cameras are minimal, but may be important for some users.
With their higher price tags and long lines of add-on accessories--i.e. lenses and flashes--midrange digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) cameras are big business for Canon and Nikon. Those cameras--including the Canon 450D and the Nikon D60--also offer you a number of features superior to point-and-shoot cameras without the price tag of a professional grade D-SLR.
Nikon released the D70 digital single-lens reflex (D-SLR) camera in 2004. After several other D-SLR models, the D40x hit the market in 2007. While both cameras are considered mid-range D-SLR models, in the three years between their release dates, Nikon improved its technology and features so much that the two models are quite dissimilar.
The Nikon D60 and D90 have a couple of things in common. They are digital single lens reflex cameras (D-SLR), and they were released by Nikon in 2008. But that is about where the similarities end.
Are you looking to upgrade your point and shoot camera to a digital single lens reflex(DSLR) camera? This article helps you pick the right camera.
One of the main advantages of purchasing a digital SLR is the ability to change the lens on the front of the camera. There are hundreds of different digital SLR lenses available on the market. The connections and way digital SLR lenses work is typically company specific, so in general if you are purchasing a lens for your digital SLR you will need to purchase a lens created by the same company that made your camera.
Learning how to blur the background of a photo taken with a digital SLR (Single Lens Reflex) camera is not much different from producing the same effect with a film camera. The principle settings you should be concerned with are still f-stop, which is essentially the aperture setting, and focal length. Once you've fiddled with these, it boils down to a question of staging your background and subject appropriately to aid the mechanical function of your camera.
Image stabilization (IS) is not just one technique but a variety of solutions used by manufacturers to reduce shake and movement when using certain products---hand held cameras, still cameras, binoculars, video cams and telescopes. Shake and movement can originate in the user of the equipment but also from external causes such as vibration from inside a moving vehicle or building shake from exterior traffic or external events. Using an image stabilization setting or a lens that contains a stabilization mechanism, counters the effect and makes the images being viewed or recorded sharper. Image stabilization mechanisms go by many names---vibration reduction,…
Digital cameras provide easy access and multiple storage options, but professional photographers who still want to use customized settings and have the highest quality possible usually turn to digital SLR cameras for their needs. These cameras offer advanced features and are constantly expanding to feature more settings and customizable options for users. The cameras are also great for beginners looking to expand their photography knowledge.
Digital "SLR" stands for single lens reflex. An SLR camera lens that uses a mechanically controlled mirror system and prism to allow light to expose itself to the camera sensor only during the period of exposure right after the shutter is clicked. Digital SLR cameras are preferred by professional photographers because they feature interchangeable lenses and an accurate portrayal of what a shot will look like.
Working with a long-range zoom lens can sometimes be the only way of getting that perfect shot. A 500 mm zoom lens is an ideal choice for sporting events and wildlife photography and other situations where the photographer cannot get close to his or her subject. A 500 mm zoom lens can also be a challenge to work with due to lighting difficulties and the likelihood of "camera shake." If you use the right tools for the job, though, anyone can take a decent photograph with a 500mm zoom lens.
Digital cameras have opened up a whole new world for amateur photographers. Point-and-shoot cameras are the most popular, but single-lens reflex (SLR) cameras allow home users to take professional-quality shots, and are particularly good for taking action shots. Keep your manual handy, and follow these tips for exploring action photography with your digital SLR.
No matter what type of digital SLR camera you shoot with, there are a variety of lenses on the market for you to choose from when you want to buy a new one. Each of them is a tool tailored for particular types of tasks, some general and others specific. In this how to we will walk you through the important aspects to consider when selecting a new lens for your digital SLR.
