Canon PowerShot SX130IS

With regards to selecting a digital camera you are going to find that many folks are looking for a very simple camera that is not very complicated. For some people the more functions and abilities a camera has the more challenging it is for them to learn how to use this properly. You may possibly be surprised to learn that there are in fact millions of people who want simplicity which is the reason why point and shoot digital cameras are becoming more popular. On this page we're going to be looking at one of these point and shoot cameras and it's the Canon PowerShot SX130IS 12.1 MP Digital Camera.
One of the primary things I would like to discuss concerning this camera would be that it is included with a 12 times zoom lens, which is impressive for a camera such as this. For folks who like to take closeups but are unable to get close to the subject you're going to find that the 12 times zoom lens is a thing that is very impressive. You need to also understand that the zoom function can be quite useful while you are trying to capture one thing but do not want to capture something else in the picture.

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Canon EF 50mm lens is lightweight

People like a variety of things, specifically when it comes to their camera, along with its lens. Although everyone doesn't need a standard zoom lens, many individuals would like to have a fixed focal length lens. Continue reading to learn more about the Canon EF 50mm lens, a top choice when it comes to lenses for cameras. The Canon EF 50mm lens is lightweight, inexpensive and has a fast f/1.8 aperture. Individuals who are looking for a zoom lens with a fixed focal length will appreciate the quality of this lens. With a weight of only 4.6 ounces, this EF lens is Canon's lightest, but it gives a sharp performance because of its classic Gauss-type optical design. Because of this, the lens creates images that bear resemblance to how the eyes see an object. If you want natural depth for images or portraits, this lens is superior. It is possible to take extreme close-ups, as this lens will focus as close as 18 inches. This standard zoom lens balances color wonderfully and has a one-year warranty from Canon. Almost all customers have been pleased with this standard zoom lens, with some very positive reviews and some that were not as good. This appears to vary with what the buyer expected from the zoom lens. In some instances, the customer expected more after browsing the reason of the lens. Other products which exaggerate what their product is able to do, are deserving of having unhappy customers. This lens generally seems to do what it says for many people. Several customers were not satisfied that the housing was totally made of plastic materials.

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Canon EOS 60D

The EOS Canon 60D offers a range of high-end features – the 18MP CMOS sensor that delivers great images, a 3:2 aspect ratio vari-angle 3in screen with an impressive resolution, refined and logical handling characteristics, and robust aluminum construction.

For the action photographer, the spec may look a little conservative, with only 5.3fps and a 9-point AF system. It would be nice to see a slightly faster frame rate, but that said, we still manages to capture a decent amount of our golfer’s swing, and it will carry on shooting for 50 consecutive JPEG shots before the buffer slow down, while 16 RAW files are achievable at the same rate.

The AF points are laid out in a diamond formation, with quite a bias to the centre of the frame. All the AF points are cross-type, and in Al Servo mode (Canon’s term for Continuous AF), the 60D performed very well – tracking the horses as they came down the course, allowing us to fire off a series of pin-sharp shots.

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"wildlife photography"

How to choose wildlife photography lenses?
 

Wildlife photography lenses can mean a difference between high quality images and low quality pictures. The lenses should possess the right zoom level to allow you to have a close-up shot of a herd of buffalo grazing or a mother lioness actively playing with her cubs. In addition to zoom capacity, you should also consider the price, focal length and steadiness when choosing photography lenses.
 

Focal length
The focal length of your lenses will establish from how far you can take a clear shot. Wildlife photography lenses with long focal length will allow you to take a clear shot when you are miles away. This is very important when you are taking shots of dangerous animals such as lions, elephants and snakes since you do not need to be next to the animal to take a shot. A lens with a focal length of 400mm and above, for instance, is perfect when you are taking photographs of birds or carnivores that can attack and injure you.
Image stability

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Lenses

'Lenses'

A DSLR or micro System camera is hugely affected by the lens attached to the front, as the light hitting the sensor impact focus, exposure and image quality. Be sure to do some research here before you purchase.

Lens Mounts

Each camera manufacturer has their own lens and most aren’t compatible with one another. If you own a Canon DSLR, for example, you can’t used Nikon lenses, though you can use independent brands such as Sigma, Tamron and Tokina – if you get them in the right mount. In the Micro System ranges Panasonic and Olympus lenses are interchangeable, and as Sony took over Minolta a few years ago any lenses from the older 35mm system may well work.

Magnification Factor

If you’re migrating from 35mm SLR, your lenses won’t provide the same field of view on a DSLR unless you have a ‘full-frame’ model such as a Canon 5D Mark II. Otherwise, for Nikon, Pentax and Sony DSLRs, magnify the focal length by 1.5x to get the 35mm equivalent.

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KEY FEATURES DSLR

'KEY FEATURES DSLR'

LOW-LIGHT CAPABILITY

If you’re likely to want to shoot in low light, whether it’s sunset landscapes or cosy jazz club, good low-light performance is must. Most DSLRs can shoot at ISO 3200 and some go to ISO 6400, but performance varies a lot between different cameras. A higher ISO speed makes the sensor more sensitive, meaning it can shoot with less light. Some pro DSLRs can shoot it pitch black conditions and still produce reasonable quality result.

IMAGE STABILISATION

Also known as anti-shake or vibration reduction, this is either built into the lenses (Nikon, Canon) or is sensor-based and built into the camera itself (Sony, Pentax, Olympus). Though it’s considered that lens-based stabilisation is slightly better, it lenses to get the benefit; sensor-based stabilisation works with any lens.

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Flash Guns

'Flash Guns'

I fu you're taking picture in low light, or just adding some fill-in, a dedicated flashgun will expand your range and allow you to balance even the strongest backlighting.

Choosing a Flash

Many DSLRs have built-in flash units, which are adequate for general snaps, but have limitations. If you want to get creative with flash, or just fire out more power with better light, a separate unit is essential. Like lenses, though, you need to find a flash that's compatible with your camera - a Canon flash won't work with a Nikon camera, for example.

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Fast Lenses

'Fast Lenses '

The lenses above are great telephoto zooms, but the slow variable maximum aperture (f/4-5.6) means backgrounds won't be blown completely out of focus to isolate your subject, while the slow maximum aperture will require you to use a higher ISO in order to achieve a fast enough shutter speed.

If you'll be shooting a lot of  action, it's worth looking at fast optics. Many pros favour a 70-200mm f/2.8 telephoto zoom: it may not have quite the same reach as a 70-300mm, but the fast constant aperture of f/2.8 is great for achieving shallow depth-of-field shots, and provides plenty of flexibility for shooting at lower light levels, while the brighter viewfinder provided by lens will aid autofocus speeds in trickly conditions.

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DSLR

'DSLR'

Digital SLRs offer numerous advantages over compacts. Here are some key considerations to think about when choosing a camera.

SIZE

Digital SLRs vary greatly in size and weight. At the lower end of the market the beginner models are light, with few buttons and easy-to-handle frame. Although the grip position is different from the average compact, DSLRs are designed to feel natural with the right hand holding the body, and the left supporting the lens. Moving up through the DSLRs the bodies become sturdier and more resistant to weather, and at the pro end of the scale can weigh over 1kg without a lens.

PIXELS

Don’t obsess about the number of pixels a DSLR camera has. The more pixel are squeezed into given space, the smaller they have to be, and this causes problems such as image noise. A DSLR sensor is physically large than that of the average compact, which means the pixels have more room to gather light and construct a well-exposed image. As a result the megapixel rating on a DSLR may be extremely similar to a compact, but the end quality far superior.

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BEST CAMERAS FOR ACTION

Shooting action photos isn’t just the preserve of professional photographers with expensive kit. Great action shots are within easy reach of anybody, but choosing the right camera for the job can make a massive difference to results you achieve and enjoyment you get from it.

Not all camera  are suited to action photography, so whether you want to shoot your children’s school football match or sports cars hurtling round a racetrack, knowing what to look for from a camera’s specification and benefits it’ll bring to your pictures will ensure that you pick the right camera for the job.

AUTOFOCUS

DSLRs in the main use a phase-detect system, with AF points arranged across the frame. The number of AF points, their arrangement and spread will vary. Cameras with limited AF points and bias to an arrangement in the centre of the frame can be a hindrance, but the more advanced systems offer more AF points for greater coverage.

It’s not only about the number of AF points, but the AF tracking as well. Some systems allow you to focus on the subject, then track your subject as it moves round the frame from AF point to AF point. More sophisticated systems use complex algorithms to anticipate abrupt changes in subject direction to ensure the shot remains in focus when you fire the shutter.

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Canon 1100D

"canon 1100D"

Canon’s entry-level model is the most up to date of the three on test. A 12.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor takes large image and, despite the apparent ‘low’ resolution by a lot of today’s higher megapixel bodies, this isn’t a concern when considering the sensor size. Indeed the 12MP resolution is around that ‘sweet spot’ for balancing image sixe against quality.

A built-in optical viewfinder offer a 95% field of view – meaning that some5% of your composition (around the edges) won’t be seen but is captured into the final file. It’s a common condition of budget DSLRs (all models, not just Canon).

Focus-wise there’s a nine point autofocus system with one cross-type sensor in the middle that provides improved sensitivity when using the camera in a portrait format. Live view and a 720p HD movie mode are also available.

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3 Options Modern DSLR cameras

Photography is all about light. If you expose your sensor to too much light, you’ll bleach out the image; whereas not letting enough light on to the sensor will result in the photo being too dark-and in both cases, critical detail and colour be lost.

Multi Segment Matering

"Multi Segment"

Multi Segment or Multi Zone matering as it’s otherwise known, is the most recent addition to range of matering options available and is the default setting on most cameras. Each manufacturer has their own specific name for it. Canon call theirs Evaluative for instance, while Nikon terms theirs as Matrix matering, but in essence, they all operate in a similar way.

The entire image is metered, but is divided up to sections to produce a much more accurate reading for the scence as each segment takes its own reading. It’s so clever, that it knows which areas to give prominence to and which areas of the image to ignore-bright skies,for instance, that could fool a meter normally. Information from all segments is then combined and cross-checked woith database in order to determine the best exposure possible.

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Being a portrait photographer

You may be surprised to know that having the absolute best portrait lens Canon is not part of the most vital to get the perfect portrait. But class lens will no doubt go a long way toward making you the big picture.
Being a portrait photographer who really can be quite glamorous career. If you are good and make the right connections, you can be in the company of some very famous people. This will be a much better way than the paparazzi, which is not very highly regarded in the business of photography. You really can find a unique niche in the photographic portrait.

Use Depth of Field To Improve Your Portrait

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Replacing the EOS 50D

Canon EOS 60D

Designed for the photographer who improve their skills at the next level with higher performance, with vari-angle LCD screen to facilitate users in taking from all angles and is supported by video Full High Definition (HD).
EOS 60D 18 MP sensor PAS-C offers magnification up to 1.6x the lens focal length. Canon's powerful DIGIC 4 technology quickly process the information captured images from the CMOS sensor output four-channel, providing a different color reproduction, and high-speed image capture 5.3fps in burst of 58 full-resolution JPEG file.
ISO 100-6400 can be maximized to 12,800 with the use of 9 points of focus. EOS 60D features Canon iFCL metering system, first introduced with the EOS 7D, with the sensor Dual-Layer a zone 63. A wide vari-angle LCD monitor is just 7.7 cm has a 03:02 aspect ratio and resolution of dot k 1040, provides flexibility and allows the photographer to see the incredible picture detail.

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