Mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras shoot for consumers and pro photographers
There are two models available: the J1 (one-lens kits start at $ 649.95) and the more advanced V1 (kits start at $ 899.95). “What we did was strip away the complexity and the size and bulk of the DSLR, but we maintain the picture quality, the agility, …
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Canon produces 50 millionth EOS SLR, 70 millionth EF lens
… advanced-amateur, and entry-level—in the EOS series, and aims to further enrich its lineup by releasing the new flagship model EOS-1D X in March of 2012. First introduced in March 1987, along with Canon's EOS SLR camera system, the EF lens has …
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First Look: Nikon Mount Adapter FT1
As soon as the situation requires bigger glass, it probably will also require, or at least benefit from, the features and performance of a digital SLR too. With about three months of Nikon 1 experience now, my thinking has changed. …
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Buyer's Guide: 10 Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Photographers
or friend who's nuts about photography. Make your very own pinhole camera from scratch – then start getting creative! Stash your beloved digital camera for a day and revive your love for (say it quietly) film with this inexpensive kit, …
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DACC announces community education classes
… or e-mail cce@dacc.edu Digital Photography: This workshop will emphasize digital photography techniques; explain digital photography terms, camera operations and settings, basic photo manipulations, and file management of digital images. …
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DSLR How-To App Is Kind to Newbies
I suppose one could try to jump into learning the ins and outs of DSLR photography by reading the camera's manual. But something like "Master Your DSLR Camera: A Better Way to Learn Digital Photography" will probably be much more digestible (though you …
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