Cameras & Photography
A good photo is part art, part science. Whether you like to manually focus and carry a slew of lenses in a Tamarac bag or go digital and let a high-tech camera do the work for you.
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5 Tips for Slow Shutter Speed Photography
The longer a camera's shutter stays open, the more light it takes in, and photographers use that fact to create breathtaking images, capturing the beauty of motion. What are the best pro tips for creating eye-popping photos using slow shutter speed?
5 High-speed Photography Tips
How do you capture an image of a bird in flight, or a runner racing by? High-speed photography is an art, but there's also a science to it. Find out what you need to know to take frame-worthy shots of objects in motion.
5 Film Photography Tips
Did digital really kill the film photography star? If recent trends are any indication, maybe not. So dust off your analog camera and follow us!
5 Architectural Photography Tips
When it comes to snapping shots, building and bridges are a breeze, right? Actually, photographing architecture can be surprisingly complex -- but also very rewarding.
Inside a Camcorder
Your baby’s first steps, high school graduation or the family reunion are some events we wish we could relive. With the help of a video camera all of these memorable events can last a lifetime. Take a look inside one to see how it works.
How to Understand Film Scan Resolution
You can scan films on your computer, but you'd like to learn how to understand what film scan resolution means. This article will help you learn how to understand film scan resolution.
How to Place Watermarks on Pictures
You've made a picture on your computer, pasted it into a Word document and would like to know how to place a watermark on the picture. Here's how to place a watermark on pictures.
How to Resize a Photo
It's not hard to learn how to resize your digital photos. Learn about how to resize a photo in this article.
How to Upload Videos from a Camcorder
If you know how to upload videos from your camcorder, you'll be able to send videos of your favorite events and special moments to the people who matter. Learn about how to upload videos from a camcorder in this article.
How to Choose a Digital Camera
Are you wondering how to choose a digital camera? Learn how to choose a digital camera in this article.
How to Calculate Image Size and PPI when Printing
If you know how to calculate image size and PPI when printing, you'll be sure that your printed photos are crisp and vibrant. Learn about how to calculate image size and PPI when printing in this article.
Can you use any SD card in your camcorder?
SD memory cards come with different technology and memory capacities. Learn whether you can use any SD card in your camcorder in this article.
How to Find Good Photography Classes
While snapping pictures is a lot of fun, learning how to do more sophisticated photography can be intimidating for beginners and professionals alike. So how can you find a good photography class to learn the newest techniques?
How to Create Family Keepsake Photo Albums
Photo albums aren't what they used to be. Now, there are decorative scrap books, digital photo albums and even quilts that tell a story. The ideas are limitless, so you have no excuse to put it off. Make your keepsake photo album today with our help.
5 Black-and-white Photography Tips
The world certainly looks different, and often more interesting, in black-and-white. What's the secret to taking the perfect monochromatic photo?
10 Fall Photography Ideas
There's something about fall that makes people want to break out the cameras. Is it the foliage, the fun of Halloween, the gorgeous harvest moon or all of the above? Whatever your pleasure, here are 10 photography ideas designed to inspire.
10 Important Photography Terms
Even the best camera needs a good photographer to capture the best images possible. No matter your skill level, you still need to know the basic terms and tenets of photography. Here are 10 of the most important ones.
5 Couples' Photography Ideas
There's a fine line between a creative photo and a tacky photo. Likewise, a traditional shot can become boring if you're not careful. Here's how to craft that perfect couples' shot.
5 Family Photography Tips
Family photos can be an awkward and excruciating ordeal, but your photo album doesn't need to be a catalog of embarrassment. By following a few simple guidelines, you can be on your way to creating captivating family portraits, whether they're posed or candid.
5 Photography Techniques Everyone Should Know
These days, digital cameras allow amateurs to produce stunning photos worthy of the pros. But it takes more than a fancy camera to create a great photograph. What are some photography techniques everyone should know?
5 Portrait Photography Tips
If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a good portrait should read like an intimate biography. But how do you make a static image tell a story? It's easier than you'd think -- if you're willing to think outside the box.
5 Tips for Panoramic Photography
You're staring at a perfect sunset. The view is so gorgeous, you take a photo. But the camera doesn't capture the expanse of what you see. How can you create a great panoramic shot?
5 Tips for Photography Lighting
We'll tell you how you can take better pictures by taking advantage of the light sources you have available to you -- and by using a few tips and tricks when the lighting is less than ideal.
5 Tips for Still Life Photography
Sure, action shots make great photos. But some of the best pictures are of common, everyday items -- this is the case for still life photography.
5 Urban Photography Tips
When it comes to photography, some prefer landscapes while others admire classic portraits. But urban photography -- aka street photography -- has been around since the earliest days of the camera, too.
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