Archive for May, 2010

The D-SLR Lineup

I got an e-mail asking for details about Canon’s complete camera lineup. Compiled from a number of different websites, I think I’ve got a pretty good up-to-date list. Canon’s lineup is constantly being revised, so when new models are released, older models are discontinued. Though you can buy just about any one of these camera’s [...]

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What about Refurbished?

Recently, someone asked me, “Would you have any apprehensions about refurbished cameras? Do you know of anyone who has purchased one?” These are good questions. First, not only are they asking for my opinion, but they also want some insight from someone who has experience. Well, they have come to the right place. Not only [...]

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Pic of the Month: May ‘10

Fern Territory As most of you know, I am not a proponent of dramatic post-processing techniques. I love realism and natural beauty. If a sunrise wasn’t brilliant, then why try to make it look brilliant on the computer? The art of nature photography lies in the ability, drawn from experience and understanding, to be in [...]

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Purchasing Recommendations

So, let’s say you’ve finally figured out what to buy. Now, where do you buy it? I’m not that keen on experimentation when it comes to finding places to purchase camera equipment. Stick with trusted sources with excellent reputations. I generally purchase my equipment over the Internet, due to how much the prices are marked [...]

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The Objective

It’s still so clear in my memory, those days and nights of endless research, comparison, and deliberation. There was (and still is!) so much photographic equipment to choose from. It seemed as though when I would finally reach a conclusion, some other factor would pop up, and I’d have to start back at the research [...]

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