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Wednesday, May 23, 2007Camera Systems In The Digital AgeToday as camera manufacturers control all aspects of image capture and processing, it's time to reexamine what it means to buy into a system In the photo press, the “designed for digital” discussion has tended to focus on lens design from the perspective of correcting for issues that are unique to digital sensors. For instance, image sensors, and the filters in front of image sensors, have a tendency to reflect some light back to the lens. To counter this, new coatings have been developed for the filters and the rear lens elements. This kind of innovation is certainly significant, but to think that “designed for digital” ends with new multi-coatings only hints at the real potential of a digital system. |
Wednesday, May 23, 2007The 10 Megapixel ClubWhen you need resolution and the compactness of an SLR, these are the four current models you'll want to check out There's no question that D-SLRs are hot right now. Manufacturers who had one or two in their lineups a few years ago are rapidly bulking up their offerings to include a range of models that cover the amateur buyer up to the professional. For pros who need the most resolution possible, we're looking at the four 35mm-form factor D-SLRs with image sensors of 10 megapixels and higher—the Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II, Canon EOS 5D, Nikon D2x and Nikon D200. |
Wednesday, May 23, 2007Building A Pro WorkstationWhat to consider when upgrading your Macintosh or Windows hardware Whether you prefer Macintosh or Windows, keeping your hardware up to date is essential to take full advantage of the latest software and peripherals. Photography is a competitive business, and current equipment helps ensure that you can meet your client's demanding deadlines and deliver impeccable images without a hiccup. |
Wednesday, May 23, 2007Do You Need A Full-Frame D-SLR?There are significant advantages to D-SLRs that are designed around sub-full-frame image sensors. Before you decide that only full-frame will do, consider all the angles. For the better part of the last three years, one of the biggest buzz topics for pro photographers going digital was the full-frame camera—an SLR with an image sensor that's physically the same size as a frame of 35mm film. Along with the implication of higher resolution, these cameras have the added benefit of not requiring users to apply a magnification factor to their lenses in order to determine the apparent focal length. In the past few months, however, several advancements call into question the superiority of the full-frame sensor. |
Wednesday, May 23, 2007Don't Panic! - Memory DisastersWhen the unthinkable happens and your memory card becomes corrupt, it's important that you keep calm and apply the right tool At some point in all of our careers, it's going to happen. A disaster will strike and, for the briefest of moments, we'll consider sending the assistant to find Dr. Kevorkian's contact information. What kind of disaster could create such an extreme reaction? For a photographer, only a loss of images could make you want to have Suicide Hotline on your cell phone's speed dial. |
Wednesday, May 23, 2007Dealing With Viewing DistanceCreating accurate viewing conditions is critical when evaluating your images, and it's something no one seems to be talking about—until now There's a fundamental flaw in digital imaging today. You simply cannot view a pixel-based image on a computer display that gives a true interpretation of what it will look like printed on paper. |
Tuesday, May 22, 2007Next-Generation Medium-Format Cameras And BacksThe reports of the death of medium format in a digital age seem to have been greatly exaggerated If you're reading this, there's a good chance you own a digital camera. That's a rather safe assumption, as digital cameras have become a regular part of the modern professional photographer's life. It's not equally safe, however, to assume that most pros shoot digitally with a medium-format camera. |
Friday, August 17, 2012Sony SLT-A77: The Pro PowerhouseThe workhorse DSLR with a fixed translucent mirror is rugged and feature-rich—an excellent choice for pros who want a fast-shooting powerhouse The Pro Powerhouse. That pretty well sums up the Sony SLT-A77. This remarkable DSLR has some of the most advanced technology and capabilities of any camera on the market. Read More... |
Thursday, August 16, 2012Epson Pro PerformanceWhen you rely on your printer on a daily basis, the 17-inch Epson Stylus® Pro 4900 is the ideal choice It's easy to get preoccupied with specifications. When it comes to printers, the proof is in the print itself. The Epson Stylus Pro 4900 is designed to give you incredible sharpness and color, as well as speed. Read More... |
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Style and substance came into play in making this warm-toned black and white portrait
