DSLR Cameras
I can’t blame anyone but myself. I suggested the title based on the many times I’ve been asked this exact same question. So here I am attempting to answer the almost unanswerable—what camera should you buy for your upcoming trip to Italy, Africa, theme park, or... fill in the blank. Well, I suppose your destination does make a difference. If you know you will be climbing mountains or snorkeling, you will want to consider a camera that can withstand extreme environments or go underwater, and I will address that below, but because the variety of
Limited to just 7,000 cameras, the new titanium-colored Olympus E-M5 Mark II evokes memories of the OM-4Ti and OM-3Ti 35mm film cameras of the late 1980s and early 1990s. With its vintage styling, matching leather neck strap, and numbered owner’s card with a leather case, this camera will be equally at home in a collector’s quiver or around the neck of an avid shooter. For an in-depth look at the Olympus E-M5 Mark II, you can read more
Providing a 70-200mm equivalent focal-length range in a compact, 2-inch-long form factor, this telephoto zoom offers versatility and extended reach while still maintaining the svelte appeal of the Micro Four Thirds system. Complementing the physical attributes is an equally refined optical design, which includes one aspherical element and two extra-low dispersion elements to minimize aberrations and distortions throughout the zoom range, for greater clarity and color accuracy.
Further lending itself to handheld shooting applications,
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In this video from Kelby One, Larry Becker shares with us the many features of the Fujifilm X30 digital camera. He discusses the retro styling and the multitude of film simulations to choose from, including Provia, Velvia, Astia, and Classic Chrome. Becker also reviews the new EVF, the high-speed burst rates, and Wi-Fi and NFC functionality, as well as the more detailed camera specs. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection
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In the following video, Larry Becker, from KelbyOne, introduces the pocketable Pentax Q-S1 Mirrorless Digital Camera. This video covers the camera’s compact form factor, feature set, and image quality. Becker also discusses the 5-15mm and 15-45mm Q mount lenses, as well as the overall image quality and video capabilities. Additionally, the sensor-shift image reduction, Blur Control setting,
Although visually understood as “the type of camera the pros use,” DSLRs comprise a wide-ranging genre of cameras with numerous options available for all skill levels. Offering significantly more control while photographing than nearly any compact point-and-shoot camera available, DSLRs are a tried-and-true technology that blends intuitiveness and familiarity with the most current and up-to-date designs available in the world of camera design. In specific regard to the models mentioned here, this is a current lineup of DSLRs that strive to be
Shutter speed is a measurement of time that a camera's shutter is open—allowing light, usually after it has passed through a lens and through the aperture diaphragm, to strike a photosensitive surface, like film or a digital sensor.
This article is part of a multi-part series of about photographic Exposure.1. Introduction: The Exposure Triangle2.
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In this video from Kelby One, Larry Becker demonstrates the many features of the Pentax XG-1, including the 52x optical zoom lens and electronic viewfinder. Becker also covers the camera's image stabilization, aperture range, and 16MP CMOS image sensor. He displays examples of the slow-motion video and high-speed burst for still images. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other
In the following video, Larry Becker, from KelbyOne, discusses the new Canon EOS 7D Mark II DSLR. He explores the camera's many high-performance features, including its dual DIGIC 6 processors, 20.2MP APS-C sensor, full HD video capture, and fast, accurate autofocus. He also demonstrates many of the “hidden” features that make this
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The Sony Alpha A6000 is a compact, e-mount changeable lens camera with lots of direct controls, a tilting LCD, a super fast autofocus system, an 11fps burst capture, and plenty of features for enthusiasts and advanced amateurs.
Sand and water: these can be two formidable enemies for a camera and a photographer. Water can instantly and irreparably damage electronic components, and sand can cause physical damage—and insidiously manages to get everywhere. These are fair reasons for leaving your brand-new camera at home when you take a trip to the beach, but there are options that allow you to protect your equipment and get those photos you've always missed.
Option 1: Tough Cameras
For those with the resources, the best option is to obtain one of the numerous "tough"
Aside from the fully automatic modes, DSLR and many point-and-shoot cameras feature Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, and Manual shooting modes. I've met more than a few rookie DSLR users at photography workshops over the past several years who, while struggling with the complexities of their new cameras, claimed that "professional photographers" told them that they needed to start shooting in Manual mode—choosing shutter speed and aperture for each shot—and that they should never use the automatic modes. They were advised that they
A friend of mine recently took a step into a brave new world of digital SLR photography when she shelved her point-and-shoot camera and purchased a Nikon D5300 and kit lens. The purchase was not without an amount of trepidation: confusing controls, buttons everywhere, multi-function interfaces, knobs, an interchangeable lens, and increased size.
For many customers, moving from your camera phone or
In the following video, Larry Becker, from Kelby media, discusses the Canon EOS Rebel T5 DSLR Camera. He talks about its 18MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 image processor, as well as its Full HD video capability, autofocus system, and ISO sensitivities. He also showcases its Q Button feature, Creative Auto and manual modes, and ergonomic build. As a DSLR camera aimed at entry-level users, Becker explains aspects of sensor size in relation to megapixels, describes its 18-55mm kit lens and compliments its user-friendly control system. We hope you