Written on Nov 25th, 2008 by Dave Adams
editing, flexibility, ISO, JPEG, manipulation, Photography, photos, Sharpening, storage
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Shooting RAW vs Shooting JPEG, the differences and benefits of using both digital camera options.
- Level:Beginner
- Tools:Camera
- Time:N/A
Modern Digital Cameras, especially DSLR models, now offer the user the choice between shooting in RAW mode and shooting in JPEG mode. Some will even allow you to shoot both at the same time.
With this article, I’ll discuss the differences between the two modes, and offer suggestions as to which option is the best suited to your needs.
JPEG Mode - What is it?
The chances are that if you are reading an article on RAW vs JPEG option, you are using your camera in JPEG mode (in other words, the photos you take are recorded as a JPEG file, such as DSC_00324.jpg.) JPEG mode is the one that all digital cameras can use, and the one that is supported by all software packages that you are likely to use to edit your photographs.
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Written on Nov 24th, 2008 by Dave Adams
grainy, High ISO, ISO, Low light, noise, Photography, sensitivity, Shutter Speed, Standardization
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Understanding ISO settings on your camera. What ISO means and how it affects the photographs you take.
- Level:Beginner
- Tools:Camera
- Time:N/A
ISO is the term used to describe the sensitivity of film to light, defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
With film cameras, this ISO rating was used when describing different types of photographic film, from 100 ISO (low sensitivity to light) to 1600 ISO (high sensitivity to light). With digital cameras, the ISO rating has remained, and now refers to the sensitivity of the camera sensor to light.
Matches (@ ISO1000) by Laszlo-Photo
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100 ISO, the standard setting
Most digital cameras come with the ISO set to 100 as standard. This means that the camera will record the best image possible with the least amount of digital noise, at the potential cost of a slower shutter speed. In other words the shutter has to remain open for longer to capture the photo as the camera sensor is at its least sensitive to light.
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Written on Nov 17th, 2008 by Dave Adams
Camera Setup, histogram, Photography, photography tips, Shutter Release, Snow, Tips, Tripod, Winter, winter photography, Winter Scene
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Mastering the art of winter photography. Photography Tips and Tricks to make the most of the cold season.
- Level:Beginner
- Tools:Hat and Scarf
- Time:Snow Time
While it is currently autumn (fall) here in the UK, there is an ever present threat of wintery showers (i.e. snow) lurking in the ever colder days. The chance of snow fall is a great opportunity for photographers to make the most of virgin snowfall to make and take great seasonal (even festive) pictures.
Photographing a winter scene will bring new challenges to even the most seasoned of photographers, with conditions that sometimes make you wish you’d stayed in bed.
Winter Sun Through The Tree By Josef Stuefer
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Here is a list of tips to make the most of photographing that sudden cold snap that brings a blanket covering of snow.
1. Preparing for Snow Photography
The first point is to make sure you are prepared. The best time to photograph a winter scene is when the snowfall is fresh. This means getting out early before the snow is disturbed and before any early morning sun burns through the haze and starts to melt the snow.
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