“There was a time when the idea of an entry-level [tag]dSLR[/tag] was a bit of an [tag]oxymoron[/tag]. Even the least expensive SLR was a large step up from the digital compacts at the time, but these days [tag]entry-level SLRs[/tag] are being made to be entry level, and their prices line up closely with the most [...]
Confessions of A Photoshop Sinner
“I need to confess. I’ve committed grievous sins. I’ve used [tag]Photoshop[/tag] to modify the physical appearance of the exterior of a home we are going to put on the market this week. Not just once but twice.” – Larry Lohrman
Source and Read More: photographyforrealestate.net
Canon EF 24-105mm f4L for cropped-frame bodies intro
“The [tag]Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM[/tag] was announced in August 2005 as a ‘lightweight’ standard zoom lens for professionals. Introduced on the same day as the [tag]EOS 5D[/tag], it’s an ideal general-purpose lens for Canon’s full frame bodies, although has also become a popular option for owners of Canon cropped-frame bodies like the [tag]EOS [...]
Canon EF 100-300mm f/4.5-5.6 USM (Tested)
“The [tag]Canon 100-300mm ƒ/4.5-5.6 USM[/tag] [tag]telephoto zoom lens[/tag] was originally released in 1990, and while [tag]Canon[/tag] has moved on to a different cosmetic style for its newer lenses, it continues to produce this lens as one of its telephoto series.” – SLRGear
Source and Read More: slrgear.com
The man behind the blog.
“The other day, I received an [tag]e-mail[/tag] Stephan D, one of my readers, with a load of questions about me and my [tag]photography career[/tag]. I occasionally get questions about who I am and why I run [tag]Photocritic[/tag], so I figured that I might just do a post about the man behind the blog, as it [...]
On Being a Professional
“So many [tag]Idiots With Camera[/tag] (IWC) go out, and make our lives more difficult. Whether acting up on TV, or being [tag]unprofessional[/tag] in the execution of our photographic duties, the world sees us as less and less a professional, and more and more a nuisance.” – Photo Business News & Forum
Source and Read More: photobusinessforum.blogspot.com
Creative Blurring With The Lens Blur Filter
“Have you ever noticed how your eyes are instantly drawn to the sharpest parts of a photo? If not, go ahead and try looking at a few different [tag]photos[/tag] and see where your eyes go first.
But what happens if everything in the photo is sharp? You can always try to reshoot the photo and utilize [...]
Dith Pran, “Killing Fields” Photojournalist, Dies At 65
“[tag]Dith Pran[/tag], a [tag]photojournalist[/tag] who covered the war and political collapse of [tag]Cambodia[/tag] in the 1970s, then labored for years as a captive of the brutal [tag]Khmer Rouge[/tag] regime, has died. He was 65.” – Daryl Lang
Source and Read More: pdnonline.com
Here’s how to find an inexpensive digital camera that’s a snap to use and takes great pictures.
“If you’re in the market for an easy-to-use camera that won’t break the bank, a [tag]point-and-shoot[/tag] model is your best bet. But given the huge number of [tag]pocket cameras[/tag] out there, picking a capable, no-fuss shooter is no small feat. To start, you want a camera with great image quality and a wide selection of [...]
Akvis Enhancer v9.0
[tag]Akvis[/tag] are pleased to announce the release of [tag]Akvis Enhancer v.9.0[/tag] for Windows and Macintosh. The program allows correcting underexposed and overexposed photos and combining several shots to create an HDR image. Version 9.0 presents a new mode that makes the program yet more useful for correcting photos. The new Focus mode brings blurred photos [...]
Shooting the Team – The Tranquil Boss
“When I first thought of making a [tag]photography project[/tag] where I work, I thought it would be a good idea to talk about it with [tag]THE BOSS[/tag].
THE BOSS was really enthusiastic about the idea and was the first to get his [tag]portrait[/tag] taken. ” – udijw
Source and Read More: diyphotography.net
Adobe Photoshop Express Review
“[tag]Adobe Photoshop[/tag] is undoubtedly the best and most used [tag]image editing software[/tag].
It comes in different flavours with functionalities and prices to satisfy the needs of professional (Adobe Photoshop CS) and amateur (Adobe Photoshop Elements) photographers alike.
So, just what is [tag]Adobe® Photoshop® Express[/tag] — and why should you get all excited about it?” – Photoxels
Source and [...]
“Cultures on my street” European Photo Competition
“As [tag]Europe[/tag] grows together in its diversity, the [tag]European Commission[/tag] challenges YOU to capture your vision of [tag]intercultural dialogue[/tag] and share it with the world in the competition “[tag]Cultures on my street[/tag]”.” – [tag]photocompete[/tag]
Source and Read More: photocompete.com
Canon Powershot SX100 IS – Digital Camera Review
“Announced on the 22nd of August 2007, the [tag]Canon Powershot SX100 IS[/tag] is Canon’s pocket zoom 10x optical zoom with image stabilisation, a 2.5″ screen, VGA video recording, an 8 megapixel sensor, and it’s compact enough to fit into most pockets. The SX100 IS is available from around £149 which makes it great value for [...]
Sea & Sea MDX-Pro D3 officially announced
“[tag]Sea & Sea[/tag] today announced the [tag]MDX-Pro D3[/tag] housing for [tag]Nikon[/tag]’s flagship the D3. The housings includes some worthwhile features like the built in leak sensor.” – DigiDeep
Source and Read More: digideep.com
New Patima housings for Canon G9 and Sigma DP1
“[tag]Patima[/tag] has announced two new compact cameras underwater housings. the [tag]Patima DPCH-G9[/tag] for the [tag]Canon G9[/tag] and the [tag]Patima DPCH-DP1[/tag] for the [tag]Sigma DP1[/tag].” – DigiDeep
Source and Read More: digideep.com
How I Escaped My Newspaper Job to Start My Own Business — and How You Can, Too
“I have made one of the hardest decisions of my life; I’m leaving the [tag]newspaper business[/tag] — this Thursday, to be exact, when I will work my last day at the [tag]Daily Press[/tag] of [tag]Newport News, Va[/tag]. This is the first time a career decision has kept me up at night, because I am still [...]
If Nothing Else, LeBron James Dustup Proves That Photographs Still Matter
“I never figured [tag]Annie Leibovitz[/tag] as a covert operative of the KKK, but apparently I’m just naive. Here’s what some commentators and bloggers are saying about Leibovitz’s magazine cover shot of [tag]LeBron James[/tag] and [tag]Gisele Bundchen[/tag]” – Scott Baradell
Source and Read More: rising.blackstar.com
Apple updates Aperture photo software with version 2.1
“[tag]Apple[/tag] has released an update to the latest release of its popular [tag]RAW conversion[/tag] and [tag]photo editing software,[/tag] [tag]Aperture[/tag].” – DAvid Rasnake
Source and Read More: digitalcamerareview.com
Panasonic Lumix FX500 Digital Camera is Featuring a 3-inch touchscreen LCD
“[tag]Touchscreens[/tag] seem to be showing up everywhere these days and the realm of digital cameras is no exception.
The [tag]Panasonic Lumix Fx500[/tag] isn’t the first digital camera to feature a touchscreen display and it most certainly won’t be the last. It’s probably only a matter of time before we get multi-touch with [tag]haptic feedback[/tag] or something [...]
Olympus launches the World’s fastest professional Digital Camera model “E-3” in Saudi Arabia
“[tag]Olympus[/tag] launches the World’s fastest professional Digital Camera model “[tag]E-3[/tag]” in [tag]Saudi Arabia[/tag], providing speed, image quality and reliability at the highest level.” – Al Bawaba
Source and Read More: albawaba.com
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CINCINNATI–(BUSINESS WIRE)–[tag]iTookThisOnMyPhone[/tag], a leading mobile photo-sharing company, announced today its wireless mobile photo transfer application is now available on [tag]Windows® Mobile[/tag] smartphones. A complete [...]
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Samsung L210 – shoot yourself in the face
“So you want a picture of you and your other half, but don’t want to entrust your new [tag]camera[/tag] with that odd-looking stranger.” – T3
Source and Read More: T3.com
“Happy Monday! The [tag]preset[/tag] info is below but heres some quick Photoshop World info as well. This week is [tag]Photoshop World[/tag] in [tag]Orlando, FL[/tag]. Its always nice when I can drive to the conference on Monday and back again on Friday. Plus, Im really excited as my wife and kids will probably make it over [...]
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Update - March 5th: The left eye surgery is done and with remarkable results. I am having cataract surgery on March 4th (left eye) and March 25th (right eye). I'm lucky that my insurance covers 80% of the cost. I have to pay 20%. As I get closer, there are numerous tests and appointments that will take me off line from time to time, Also, I don't know how much news I'll be able to post while recuperating. but I'll post as much as I'm able to.
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