How to Make High-Resolution Photographs
Every digital photograph is comprised of pixels. The more pixels per inch (ppi), the higher the photo's resolution. A camera's number of megapixels (MP) determines the resolution of any image. For example, a 10.1MP Canon 40D will shoot higher resolution photos than a 6.1MP Nikon D40. With each new generation of cameras, the number of megapixels increases. Usually a greater number of megapixels equates to a higher camera price tag.
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Research a number of sources before purchasing your camera. How many megapixels should it have? According to Frank Phillips of Vivid Light Photography, "As many as you can afford." Although higher-resolution cameras can be costly, they have become significantly more affordable.
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Shoot high-resolution photos with either a "point and shoot" camera or a single-lens reflex (SLR). However, if you are serious about pursuing photography as a career, a single-lens reflex is a necessity.
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Set your camera to its highest resolution. To successfully achieve this, read the manual accompanying your camera.
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Determine your subject and shoot your photos. One advantage of high-resolution images is that you can print a large photograph. The greater the number of pixels per inch, the sharper the picture, thus allowing you to print an 11-inch x 14-inch (or larger) image.
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Take the plunge into high-resolution photography. By following the steps above, you will be rewarded with stunning results. As with any new endeavor, practice makes perfect!
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Tips & Warnings
Ideally, the composition of each photo you shoot will be flawless. However, even the most seasoned photographer on occasion must edit his pictures. The larger the image resolution, the more leeway you will have in cropping your images without greatly affecting the final quality.
Because you may not always want to shoot high-quality images, every digital camera offers the photographer a variety of resolution settings. For emailing, lower-resolution files are preferable.
You will need to purchase memory cards with adequate storage, as high-resolution photos result in large files. There's nothing worse than finding yourself in an ideal shooting environment without enough memory card space.
