DSLR Cameras
In the following video, Larry Becker presents an overview of the Fujifilm FinePix S1 digital camera, encompassing its features, design, controls, and image quality. The video begins with an introduction to the imaging attributes of the S1, including its 16.4MP sensor, and segues into its impressive 50x zoom lens, image stabilization system, and focusing features. From here, Becker describes the physical design of the camera—its tilting LCD
In the following video, Larry Becker presents an overview of the Samsung NX30 mirrorless digital camera and covers its imaging performance and expansive range of connectivity abilities. The video begins with information on the NX30's general design, including its ergonomic grip, tilting EVF, and tilting LCD monitor, and expands into its AF and shooting performance. The broad range of Wi-Fi connectivity options is covered,
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The Pentax K-3 is a full featured 23.35Mp APS-C CMOS sensor equipped DSLR. The image sensor claims boosted sharpness due to the lack of an optical low pass filter and boasts the industry's first selectable OLP filter which can be enabled as necessary
In the following video, Larry Becker presents an overview of the Nikon D3300 DSLR camera and covers its features in respect to its position as a compact, lightweight, entry-level model. Information is presented about how this camera's imaging assets perform, including its 24.2MP DX-format CMOS sensor and EXPEED 4 image processor, as well as a bit on its 11-point autofocus system, continuous shooting rate, and video recording capabilities.
In the following video, Mia McCormick goes over basic settings for shooting video with DSLR cameras. She discusses resolution, frames rates, and compression, including IPB and ALL-I formats. She also takes a look at how shutter speed affects motion, and makes mention of auto-focusing systems, highlighting the new dual pixel phase detection system on the Canon EOS-70D. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other instructional and
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Nikon's enthusiast 24.2Mp camera has arguably the best image quality and low light performance with an APS-C sized sensor.
So, you just bought your first DSLR camera and you are interested in joining the ranks of image-makers everywhere who find pleasure and creativity in documenting the world as they see it. What are you gonna do now? Do you know how to set your aperture? Or what ISO is? Did you know that DSLR stands for Digital Single Lens Reflex? It doesn’t matter: what you do know is that you’re ready to step up from your point-and-shoot camera and create images over which you have more control.
A digital SLR camera is a great machine that allows you to
Sometimes, the phrases, acronyms and strings of numbers or number-letter combinations used to identify photographic hardware or techniques can be daunting to the uninitiated neophyte photographer.
We've prepared a list of the basic terms. Have we left any out that you think should be added? Please let us know!
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Image stabilization, or vibration reduction, O.I.S., Optical SteadyShot, SR, VC, VR, MEGA O.I.S., and other equally catchy monikers, are technologies that enable photographers to take pictures under lighting conditions that once upon a time would have been considered too iffy for capturing sharp still images. Depending on the make, model, and vintage of your IS-enabled camera or lens, image stabilization allows you to capture sharp pictures at shutter speeds three, four, or five times slower than previously possible.
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