In previous blog posts, I’ve written about taking still pictures of the night sky, and how to take time exposures in daylight. Now, let’s look at the ten basic steps for capturing the motion of the stars: 1. Get out
TRY TIME EXPOSURES FOR MAGICAL EFFECTS
When we think about taking long exposures with a camera, night time images usually come to mind. Only dark conditions generally call for slow shutter speeds, right? True-but there is a way to take time exposures in broad daylight…with surprising
Sharpness and Contrast: Three Lenses Compared
There is a vast range of pricing in lenses, so I decided to find out for myself if the most expensive lenses are really any better. High up in this rank is the name Zeiss, and yes, the prices are
New Digital SLR Photography Book for 2014
“Digital SLR Photography Demystified” is my new venture in the world of photography instruction. Originally conceived as a reference for students taking my Digital Photography for Beginners course, it also serves as a standalone guide for those who prefer self-instruction.
DSLR Lenses: Crop Factor and Image Circles
(Not to be confused with crop circles) A few months ago, I wrote about how sensor size affects the way different cameras capture an image when using the same lens. To refine the topic a bit further,