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Make A Great Digital Camera Or Lens Better With Bibble Pro

For those of you who own some of the more popular DSLRs or DSLR lenses here's something you should know about.

A program called "Dibble Pro" is claimed to enhance your digital images to a far greater degree than run of the mill digital graphics programs.

The reason for this is that "Dibble Pro" is tailored to provide otherwise unavailable enhancements for specific digital cameras and lenses rather than relying on generalized parameters.

Here's a detailed report on this new technology; so check it out and see if this program will give you better digital camera images.

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Free ImageBadger Digital Photo Software

Here's a free digital image program that is small, about 10mb, and will make your life easier especially if you have a need to process several image files at a time.

This procedure, called "batch processing" enables you to simultaneously apply the same changes to a limitless number of digital photo files.

This option is particularly helpful if you have a number of images shot under the same lighting conditions when you want them all to share the same parameters.

If you want this free software grab it now because the offer is only open until midnight tonight.

Here's the link to the "ImageBadger" free digital software download.

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Free Digital Photography Software You Need

Pretty much every digital photographer uses some form of at least basic digital photo software to edit and enhance their pictures.

These programs, even the simple ones, allow us to work wonders on digital photos that might otherwise be consigned to digital nothingness via the "delete" button.

But with so many programs to choose from which one is best for your needs, and how do you determine this without actually laying out some big bucks?

The answer is simple, unless you really need or want something ultra sophisticated such as Adobe Photoshop, try out the free ones readily available online.

This article provides details on some of the most popular digital photography software to get you started.

Here's one of the best free digital graphics programs around, "Irfanview", and another I've used with good results, "Serif" digital photo imaging software, to get you started.

If you want to sample more free imaging programs search around, and use Google, and you'll soon have more than you can imagine. When you find one you really like you may decide to spend a few bucks on the full blown version.

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Online Digital Photography Buying Guides

With all the choices available today choosing the right digital camera or accessories for it can be a bit overwhelming.

People with limited time, and indeed, even those with the time, can find it frustrating to weed through the numerous ads, reports, and reviews on just a few cameras much less on a dozen or so to insure that the right camera will end up in your hands.

I found that buying guide magazines are usually outdated before you buy them; at least as far as digital cameras are concerned, so the answer is online guides.

Try "PCPhoto.com" for an up to date guide to digital cameras, and digital camera accessories.

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Get A Great Deal On A Slightly Old New Camera

New models of anything, cars, cameras, appliances, and computers, e.g. are always appealing and hold the promise of better performance.

Usually that is the case, but sometimes the new isn't any better than the old, and many times the old is still able to hold its head up among the newest competition.

If you need or simply want a new digital camera and your budget is limited, or you simply don't want to spend more than X amount of dollars, and it's not enough to buy the latest gee-whiz digital camera, try this.

Check out the previous models and research those that appeal to you. After a camera has been with us for a year or so there are bound to be dozens of both professional and consumer reviews on it.

Now that these older models have seen significant real world use you can get tell if there's a real overlooked gem out there selling at a heavily discounted price.

Even though new digital cameras are introduced all the time this time of year is when the bulk of the new cameras are unveiled.

If you want a 10 MP camera, and don't have the bucks for the best, consider what was the best a year ago, and check out the specs.

It could be that last year's top of the line 8MP camera, that you couldn't afford then, is better than some of the newest models with 10MP imaging devices that you can afford now. You probably can't afford the very best 10MP camera now, just as you couldn't afford its predecessor last year. But, last year's best 8MP is probably better than all but the very best new 10MP cameras, and now you can afford that previously unattainable camera.

Keep in mind that while lots of megapixels is nice, the lens and processing engine are important too. Fewer pixels with better processors and lenses can produce better pictures than more pixels and lesser glass and processing.

Check out this useful article with recommendations for great bargains on last year's better digital cameras.

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Why You Should Know About The Latest Digital Cameras

Whether you're in the market for a new digital camera, or like me, just dreaming about one, you'll want to stay up on the latest offerings for a variety of reasons.

When film reigned new cameras were introduced more or less every year. Photographers looked for better film emulsions and darkroom supplies and methods to achieve better results. Lens construction was an area that boomed and photographers constantly sought the next generation of lenses hoping they would improve picture quality.

Now, new digital cameras are introduced constantly, some of which are worthy, most of which are slight upgrades to previous models.

I'm excluding DSLRs because these cameras aren't upgraded that frequently and despite their popularity most amateur photographers snap away with a P&S.

You should keep up with the latest in digital camera technology, even if you're not in the market, because eventually you will be shopping for a new shooter and the more you know the better prepared you'll be to make an informed decision.

Check out "PC Magazine" for info and tests on the latest digital cameras and digital photo technology.

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Canon's National Parks Digital Photo Contest

If you love outdoor photography, and you've never visited any of the USA's National Parks, then there's a treasure trove of photo opportunities waiting for you.

I took the one above in Zion National Park during early November, 2006.

I haven't been to many National Parks because I caught on to them too late in life; but the ones I've visited have provided me with all the "photo ops" I could have hoped for. Because of various medical problems, I haven't been able to get to the better parts of many parks so I know there's even more to be explored, a lot more.

Now, Canon Digital Cameras is making a trip to a National Park even more inviting by giving you a chance to enter a digital photo you took in a National Park in their, "Photography In The Parks Photo Contest", and win some great prizes.

Here's the link to the government's National Parks website.

Have fun and good luck, and remember to take a camera with you whenever possible. Look around, you'll find a picture somewhere.

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Control White Balance In Your Digital Photographs

While the "Auto" setting on most digital cameras usually provides good results under normal lighting conditions there are other controls you'll want to know about.

Sooner or later most amateur photographers, whose goal is to do produce more than basic snapshots, will start playing around with his or her camera's more advanced options.

One of the easiest of these to master is the "white balance" control found on all but the most basic of digital cameras.

Simply put this setting allows you to remove unrealistic color casts, so that objects which appear white in person are rendered white in your photo.

Here's an excellent article about white balance in digital photography and this link takes you to a free tutorial about digital camera white balance control.

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Photoblog For Digital Photographers

Most photographers like showing their pictures to other people and displaying them in their homes and offices.

Of course we shutterbugs are proud of our work, and we're eager to have it critiqued by others, or are we?

I was always happy when someone commented that, my "pictures looked like postcards", and then, many years ago, I read in a photography magazine that if someone says that your pictures are common and not special.

It bothered me for a while because it seemed to make sense. After all, postcards are supposed to document something in a purely technical way, they're not supposed to be works of art.

With that in mind I decided that the comparison between professionally done postcards and an amateur's efforts is valid and it is complimentary.

I say that because postcard photos generally are very well done at least in terms of technical factors such as exposure, focus, etc. So if someone feels that your photos could be used on postcards the observer is saying that they are correct technically.

As far as subject matter and composition are concerned that's where the creative aspect enters the mix and as is said, "beauty is in the eye of the beholder".

If you would like some critique of your photos, and the opportunity to comment on other photographer's efforts then start a "Photoblog" and show off your masterpieces.

Check out this article about digital photoblogs and then set one up.

By the way, feel free to comment on any of the pictures in this blog that I took, such as todays and on the previous posting.

All compliments will be graciously accepted and criticisms carefully considered.

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Free Digital Photography Composition Course

Composition is the art of arranging things so that a pleasing picture is the result.

Obviously this is easier when the subjects being photographed are movable, such as people or small items, but what do you do when you can't reposition something, such as a tree or a mountain?

Then, you have to move yourself, and try various angles in an attempt to "rearrange" the immovable.

Of course with a digital camera you can afford to take many, many pictures, increasing your chance of getting a really good one, or two, and only pay for those you print.

Here's a free course on digital photography composition that I think you'll find interesting and helpful.

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So You Want To Be A Pro Digital Photographer

Wouldn't it be great if you could get paid for doing something you like; such as taking pictures?

Many people dream of being their own boss and earning a living by engaging in something that would ordinarily be considered fun and a pastime.

I have a good friend who has been an avid amateur photographer all his life. He made the transition from film to digital several years ago, and shortly thereafter, he found some ways to earn a few bucks by taking digital pictures.

Maybe you can do it too.

Here's a wealth of free information, including instructional videos all about becoming a pro digital photographer.

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Controlling Contrast On Digital Pictures

"Contrast" is the difference in color and light between parts of an image.

If all parts of a photograph, be it color or B&W, were completely and equally illuminated, or at the same "brightness" level, nothing would stand out in the image.

There would be no point of interest, no "pop" to the subject, it would appear "flat", which describes a lack of contrast in a picture.

I happen to be a fan of higher contrast photography; but many people prefer less "edge" and a softer effect.

The picture above, depending on how it appears on your computer monitor, is an example of how I like a picture to look, in terms of contrast.

I think that a bit of extra contrast, not overdone to the point where there's no shadow detail, adds a bit of drama to an image.

Check out this excellent article with tips on how to control contrast in digital photography.

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Photographing A Wedding With Your Digital Camera

These days more and more couples are having their weddings photographed by friends and family rather than by a pro.

The decision to do so is usually dictated by economics and if you're asked to do the honors you should feel flattered because obviously your photos have impressed the bride and groom.

Of course you'll be nervous about having the responsibility of documenting such a momentous occasion but that's to be expected. Take a deep breath and start planning your project.

Make a list of all "must" shots", such as the bride going up the aisle, and the newly married couple coming back down the aisle, and of course, the key shots of the ceremony itself.

If there's a reception afterwards it's time to take pictures of the attendees, the dancing, the cake cutting, the garter toss and other traditions.

Even as an amateur you have many advantages over the pro photographers of yesteryear who used film cameras.

You can take many shots content in the knowledge that there isn't any film to have processed; you pay only for what you want printed. You also get instant results so after review any muffed shots can be redone immediately. This helps raise your confidence level.
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Recover Lost Digital Photos With This Free Software

If your memory card's data becomes corrupted, deleted, or even if the card has been reformatted you can probably recover all or most of the pictures with this free program.

"Art Plus Digital Photo Recovery 3" software is advertised as being capable of recovered most images captured in the most popular formats such as, JPEG, TIFF, and RAW, and many others.

This a small free program that you don't want to be without.

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Simple Back Up System For Your Digital Photos

You know from my previous postings that I'm a big fan of backing up your digital photo files; and now for those of you looking for an easy method that doesn't take up any hard drive space there is a solution.

Hewlett Packard's "Simple Save" software, which doesn't even have to be installed on your computer, allows you to automatically save your digital photo files to DVDs, with just a click or two.

Always keep copies of your "original" digital photo files as well as your "final" files and keep them separate from any other copies.

Check out this simple, effective digital photo file backup system and see if it's right for you.

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Pregnant Pictures

Here's a subject with which I personally am unacquainted but it is quite popular so I though I'd check out the subject of taking pictures of pregnant women.

I didn't realize that it was possible to take creative, that is, "artsy" types of photos of pregnant women, that still retain the essence of what is being conveyed; but it can be done.

Here are some impressive and tasteful shots of pregnant women taken with a digital camera.

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Free Adobe "Photoshop Express" Graphics Program

If you ever wanted to try one of Adobe's famed "Photoshop" graphics programs here's your chance to test drive their latest "light" version.

I have several versions of Adobe Photoshop that I got for free with various printers, scanners and other gizmos that have come and gone over the years and I have a full blown Photoshop program as well.

The learning curve is steep, that's for sure, even with some of the simpler versions, but the results are worth the effort.

In any event all digital camera owners will want to manipulate their images to some degree so why not give as many graphics programs as possible a whirl, especially when the cost is zero.

Check out this free Adobe Photoshop Express graphics program and take note of the 2 gigs of free online image storage they're also offering.

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Digital Camera Lenses

In all types of photography everything starts with the lens.

It makes sense that everyone who uses digital cameras for anything more than the few times per year casual snap shots be well informed about lenses.

You have to know about quality, i.e. what makes one lens perform better than others, and the various uses for which different lenses are designed.

Lenses come in different types, "normal", which give full frame coverage, "wide angle", which allow a picture to capture a wider field of view, and "telephoto", which magnifies distant objects.

Of course most photographers use "zoom" lenses of varying focal length in order to provide a little of each of the above.

Check out this excellent website and learn all you can about digital camera lenses and see what you've been missing.

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Digital Photography And People Pictures

Most people who have a digital camera use it, among other things, to take pictures of other people.

How many times have you heard: "Smile", "Look into the camera", "Hold still", etc?

Well those commands may be OK for a formal portrait, and those are just fine, but this type of picture doesn't really capture the essence of an individual.

What you want is a picture that looks natural, not posed. For this type of shot you'll want your subject to do something other than to stare directly into the lens and have the result look like a mug shot.

This article is written by someone who maintains the same train of thought when it comes to taking people pictures with your digital camera.

Here's more on the way to pose an individual for a naturally good portrait.
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All New Nikon USA Website Launched

There's no denying that Nikon has made and continues making some of the best cameras and lenses in the world.

Because of that experience and quality you have to assume that Nikon knows a bit about producing good photographs. So it behooves today's digital photographers, whether or not you use Nikon digital cameras, to check out what they say about the art of photography.

You'll find a wealth of information about Nikon cameras and accessories as well as general picture taking tips and more.

Check out the "Nikon World" page on the Nikon digital camera website and see all the free advice suitable for beginner to pro photographers.

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Get Creative With A Bad Digital Photograph

Using a bad digital photograph to make something creative and artistic is an idea that I have plenty of raw material available to work with.

Everyone takes a bad picture from time to time; in fact, some of us take more bad ones than good ones.

Now I'm not referring pictures that didn't quite capture exactly what you wanted; I'm talking about the real muffs, out of focus, badly over or under exposed, just plain bad. But before you give them the heave-ho try to think creatively, outside the box that is, and you just might be able to make a silk purse out of a sow's ear.

The picture above is a disaster; but check out this article and see what the photographer did to salvage a bad digital photograph using Photoshop.

I think it's pretty interesting and perhaps printing it on some rough artist's watercolor paper would render it nicely. The only other thing I would have done would be to straighten the picture out so it's level.

Then again perfection isn't the goal here.

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Buy The Right Digital Camera

When it comes to buying a digital camera the sheer number of choices from any one manufacturer can cause you to spend hours trying to decide.

Multiply that by the 20 or so brands out there and the number of choices becomes mind boggling.

Obviously you have to hone those selections down to just a few and then make close comparisons to determine which one is just right for you.

First you should decide exactly which features and specifications you must have and then which features you would like to have but aren't crucial.

Price is usually the determining factor but it's important to make sure that you spend your digital camera budget on those features you really need or want.

One thing you want to avoid is buying too much camera for your requirements but bear in mind that buying too little can be even worse. If possible, when your budget misses the mark for what you feel comfortable with, hold off buying and save the rest, or wait until the price drops.

The latter method is what works best for me since I'm not much of a saver but I have patience.
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Digital Photography Podcasts

Now you can stay in touch with the latest digital photography news even when you're on the go.

The "Digital Photography Show" is a website that is unlike any other digital photography website that I've come across.

Not only does this site offer podcasts, which can also be downloaded directly from the site, for those on the go but it also offers plenty of information in text format.

You'll find how-to's, product information, tutorials of all types, contest information and contests sponsored by the site itself.

Check out the podcasts available on the "Digital Photography Show" and remember that you can always access the site from the links on the right side of the "Digital Shot" weblog.

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It's In The Bag, Your Digital Camera That Is

I've been trying to find the perfect camera bag, or "gadget bag", as we used to call them, for years.

So far I've accumulated a collection of bags that rivals the number of cameras I have, and none are perfect, yet each in its own way, is.

That's because I'm a pack rat, and I tend to bring more stuff along than is needed. So I end up with half a car trunk full of bags with all the cameras and associated photo equipment I think I might need.

The, when I get to where I'm going I usually end up picking a few items from each bag and one bag suitable to carry my selections.

I hope you're not like me and can't make your mind up about what camera bag to use and spend more time taking pictures rather than preparing to take them.

Regardless of your needs pick a well made bag that is sturdy and adequately padded.

Here's a good article about digital camera bag quality and choices by Digital Photography members.

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10 Good Tips For Better Digital Photos

There are plenty of "tips" for taking better digital photographs; but this list is one of the most complete and useful I've ever seen.

In fact, this entire website, "Talkrocket", is well worth exploring for other useful information related to digital photography.

Check out these useful digital photography tips and take consistently better pictures.

Bear in mind too that many of the tips given there and pretty much anywhere else will rely to some extent on your familiarity with your digital camera's features and controls.

The best way to master your camera is to study your owner's manual carefully and frequently.

If you lost your manual check out my posting on how to obtain a free copy of most digital camera manuals immediately, over the Internet, directly from the manufacturer.

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New Panasonic Lumix Looks Like A Winner

The latest, top of the Panasonic, "FX" line, has just been announced and it looks like a dream camera to me.

The slim line Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX500 has just about every feature necessary to satisfy everyone from the casual snap shooter to the most ardent photo-hobbyist.

For fans of wide angle photography, such as yours truly, this camera, with its 25-125mm lens, 35mm equivalent, should fill the bill nicely.

I'm eager for the results of the first tests to see how well the Leica F2.8 Vario Elmarit lens fares on barrel distortion, the bane of ultra wide angle lenses.

This camera has far too many advanced features, such as anti-shake, and loads of programmed modes to mention here, so check out this thorough run down of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX500 digital camera and get ready to be amazed.

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It's Spring So Take Some Macro Flower Photos

"Macro" photography is described by Wikipedia as: "Macro photography refers to close-up photography; the classical definition that the image projected on the "film plane" (i.e film or a digital sensor) is the same size as the subject. ..."

It actually more technical than that, but for our purposes it's the photographing of small objects. or a small area of a large object, with the goal of bringing out the intricate detail that would be lost in a conventional photograph.

Chances are that your digital camera has a special setting or "mode" for this specialized type of photography so drag the instruction book out of the socks and underwear drawer and look it up.

I took the above picture last week, right outside my front door with my Kodak P880 set on "Macro" with the shutter set to 1/2000 of a second. Those flowers are about the size of your thumb nail by the way.

Forget about depth of field at these close distances, there isn't any, so use a fast shutter speed to avoid blur caused by camera shake and the inevitable wind that will kick up the moment you press the shutter release.

Here's an excellent digital photography blog with a good Macro photography primer.

If you really want to get serious about Macro photography this site has everything.

Take a camera with you whenever possible, and look around, you'll find a picture somewhere.

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Are Lens Filters Necessary For Digital Cameras?

The answer is: no more or less than on traditional film cameras.

You could fill a wall sized bookcase with tomes about photographic filters; but for our purposes we'll just concentrate on three, "UV", ND (neutral density) and Circular Polarizers.

Of course you have to have a digital camera that accepts screw in filters in order to use them. But even if you don't check read through this posting because the next camera you get may have that option.

First off check out this brief treatise about 3 of the most commonly used filters for digital cameras.

OK now that you know what's being talked about and have one person's opinion here's where I stand on the issue.

I do use a UV filter, all the time, because I take a lot of distant landscape pictures and there's always some haze that can be eliminated. And, it keeps dust off the camera's lens. I'd rather clean a filter, while on the camera, rather than risk scratching the actual lens.

As for neutral density filters, I never use them, but that's just me, for you they may prove beneficial.

I do make extensive use of polarizing filters because they enhance colors, especially the sky, and when clouds are in the scene it really makes them "pop", or stand out, and I like that.

Note the difference in the sky in the above comparison photos and you'll see what I mean.

Take a camera with you whenever possible, and look around, you'll find a picture somewhere.

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SeaLife launches world's first true waterproof, shockproof digital camera

SeaLife's new ECOshot is designed tough to capture outdoor adventures. This 6-megapixel camera is the ideal companion to take on all your adventures outside.

The ECOshot is specifically designed for those who love any type of outdoor diversions from the serene to the extreme. Its durable fully rubberized exterior allows users to take impressive photographs under tough outdoor conditions. Large accessible shutter and menu buttons make using this camera a breeze, even when wearing gloves. Whether kayaking, skiing, rafting, snowshoeing, hiking, scuba diving or snorkeling there's no fear that water or ice will damage or ruin the camera. And its compact size makes it the ideal camera for all outdoor and watersport situations.

Guaranteed waterproof to a depth of 75 feet/23 meters, the ECOshot is small enough to fit in your shirt pocket and weighs 10.4 ounces/295 grams (with 2AA batteries and an SD memory card). The camera is fully rubber armored for sure-grip handling and shockproof to 6ft/2m. The camera also includes a self-timer and features a video mode, allowing users to capture high-resolution Motion JPEG digital video with audio. See full article.

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