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Category Archives: Photography/Cameras
What is 4k video?
Nice Mashable video that explains what 4K video is:
Which DSLR camera is right for you
Cool article from mashable:
“Buying a DSLR is a lot like buying a computer or a car — it’s a commitment to both a product and a company. It’s not to be taken lightly, but if you can match the right model with your goals, it’ll unshackle the shutterbug within you and you’ll soon be taken better pictures than you ever have. ”
More here: http://mashable.com/2012/05/31/dslr-camera-guide/
Facebook releases Instagram clone for iPhone and iPad
Well this is kinda surprising. They just bought instagram and then release their own clone which they obviously have been working on for a while. The app is only available via iTunes so it is not available for Android yet, although I assume it will be very soon. But the question is, why did Facebook buy Instagram for 1 Billion if they were just going to release their own version anyway? Was it a copyright issue? I would doubt it considering there are 20 other Instagram clones in the market.
Anyway, here is a link to the app: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/facebook-camera/id525898024?ls=1&mt=8
SLR Camera Tutorial: Canon Rebel
No matter what kind of SLR camera you have, this is probably the best tutorial available online. It goes through all of the basics of SLR photography and is great for students or others looking to learn to use their cameras. I use a canon rebel in my courses so this is perfect for my students.
Free Video Editor from youtube.com
youtube.com has recently released a very simple free video editor. While not very powerful compared to windows movie maker or imovie, which are both free on either Mac or PC, its a great little editor that can easily edit youtube videos. Check it out here:
Great course on using a digital camera
Check out this site: http://www.shortcourses.com/use/
Its a great mini course on using a digital point and shoot and SLR camera.
Rule of Thirds
Here is some information on the rule of thirds, which is a way to frame pictures that you are going to take:
Link: Rule of Thirds
Good video that explains it:
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Point and Shoot vs SLR
Today I will be comparing the two so I thought I would put some brief notes on my blog.
Regular Point and Shoot Camera:
Pros:
small size
very portable
inexpensive
most have low quality video
Cons:
slow shutter speed
not many options
cant change lenses
not good for long distance or sports pictures IMO
SLR:
Pros:
Can change lenses
Different Shutter speeds
Many options
Cons:
large – won’t fit into your pocket or purse
Expensive – some lenses can cost 1000’s of $$