Thursday, December 20, 2012

Top 5 PhotoPlus Christmas Photography Tips

Top 5 PhotoPlus Christmas Photography Tips: "As the festive season is in full swing we thought now would be the perfect time to get your Canon kit out to capture a range of seasonal images that you can share with your friends and family. Here are our top 5 Christmas photography tips from PhotoPlus – a special gift from us to you!…"

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Entry and Mid-Range DSLR Comparison Guide 2012

Entry and Mid-Range DSLR Comparison Guide 2012: "After a couple of years ruling the roost as the default go-to for photographers wanting a step-up from their point-and-shoot, DSLRs are now facing increased competition from mirrorless cameras. As a result manufacturers are having to up their game and in 2012 we've seen DSLRs gain improved performance and a number of new features. Our 2012 Entry and Mid-Range DSLR Comparison Guide is designed to help you pick the best new DSLR for you."

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5 Simple Secrets To Sharper Photos

5 Simple Secrets To Sharper Photos: "Many factors play a part in image sharpness, not the least of which is the lens.  Most of us who ever pick up a camera judge our images, at least in part, on overall sharpness.  Before you go out and plunk down some hard earned cash on that top of the line pro-level lens you’ve been drooling over, think about these steps you can take with the lenses you already own to get sharper images"

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For Beginners – Learning to See

For Beginners – Learning to See: "Before we take the camera out of the bag we must first learn to look at what we are seeing, and to see at which we are looking."

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Finding Your Focus | DPmag.com

Finding Your Focus | DPmag.com: "Of all the questions I get about the basic how-tos of photography, the one that's asked the most is how to get that creamy, dreamy background. It's by far the most sought-after effect in my circles. The answer, of course, always begins with the often boring, sometimes confusing explanation of aperture and shooting "wide open." This sometimes leads to the lecture about how some lenses let you open the aperture wider than others. I do hate that part of the conversation. There's nothing more disheartening than telling someone to ditch the kit lens that came with their new camera body. "

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