Tips

Tripods are often quoted as photography’s most hated accessory but it’s hard to see why so many photographers view them so adversely. It may be because of the bulk and weight they add to a photographer’s kit – or perhaps because the high ISO capabilities of many recently-released cameras allow camera users to feel a tripod isn’t necessary. But shooting with high ISO settings incurs a cost in the form of increased noise and compromised sharpness. Furthermore, using a tripod can dramatically improve shots like portraits and low-light scenes. Finally, there are situations where you simply can’t take the shot unless the camera is on a tripod.

Letter to editor: I am considering purchasing a DSLR camera, and want to check how compatible are camera bodies to non-brand lenses?

Letter to ed: We had a Leica V-Lux 1 for several years while sailing the Pacific. A great camera and (we consider) great quality. Unfortunately our camera was stolen and we are in the process of replacing it.

Letter to ed: We had a Leica V-Lux 1 for several years while sailing the Pacific. A great camera and (we consider) great quality. Unfortunately our camera was stolen and we are in the process of replacing it.

One factor few digital camera buyers appreciate is just how small the sensors in digital cameras actually are. Currently, the most popular digicam sensor measures approximately 6.13 x 4.6 mm in size. That’s about half the size of your little fingernail.

This table compares specifications of interchangeable-lens cameras with video capabilities.

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Since a large part of digital photography involves editing images on a computer, we felt it was time we looked at the factors that should influence monitor choice. The ability to see an image file on-screen with accurate colour and tone is essential for a professional digital workflow. To keep wastage to a minimum when printing, photographers need to invest time (and, usually money) to ensure that what they see on-screen is very close to their printed images. With an accurate, properly calibrated and profiled monitor you can get very close!