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  1. T2i vs 7D: Not so similar, after all

    Posted by Christina
    / August 26, 2010 / Leave a comment
    Find this post helpful? Buy the T2i or the 7D from Amazon Why I am more certain than ever that I made the right decision in buying the 7D over the T2i If you want to skip my mumbo jumbo about how I came to buy the 7D click here....
  2. Nikon’s New D3100 – Specs and Quick Thoughts

    Posted by toby
    / August 19, 2010 / Leave a comment
    ]NEW STUFF So the D3100 has been officially announced and most of the specs below are accurate. I am disappointed to see that the 3″ display is still on 230K, for comparison the T2i offers 3x the resolution on their 3″ display.   Press release estimates the price at $699, Preorder from...
  3. Nikon D3100

    Posted by toby
    / July 17, 2010 / Leave a comment
    Currently folks are talking about the D3000 replacement to be called the D3100. The D3000 is Nikon’s current entry-level DSLR – replacing the much loved D40/D60 models. The D3100 looks to add video with one serious new feature, continuous Auto Focus while filming. Now some of you may not realize...
  4. Convergent Evolution – Sony’s New Camcorder NEX-VG10

    Posted by toby
    / July 14, 2010 / Leave a comment
    Sony’s first consumer camcorder with interchangeable lenses. Details - Interchangeable lenses – E series lenses, such as the E16mm ($250) & the E18-55mm ($300), also Zeiss and Sony lenses 14-megapixel still shots at 7 fps Electronic viewfinder, and a swiveling 3-inch LCD. Large, quad-capsule spatial array stereo microphone with high...
  5. T2i vs D90 vs 7D

    Posted by toby
    / May 4, 2010 / Leave a comment
    Comparing Three Popular DSLRS in the $800 – $1800 Range Canon T2i – $899, Body only $799 | 18MP | 1080p @ 30fps | 29min 59 sec or 4GB movie clip limits |  9 point focus | 3.7 fps| 95% Pentamirror | 3″  1,040,000 pixels LCD | 18.7 ounces My...
  6. New Canon Cameras?

    Posted by toby
    / January 27, 2010 / Leave a comment
    Latest rumors regarding Canon’s newest P&S: 60D Specs Articulating screen Metal body, similar To 50D Upgraded 15.1mp APS-C Sensor 720p/1080p Video at 30fps Electronic Level New battery & battery grip Price about $1190 550D/600D Specs Articulating screen Body smaller than 500D Upgraded 15.1mp APS-C Sensor 720p Video at 30fps Price...
  7. DSLR advantages (vs traditional P&S)

    Posted by toby
    / January 19, 2010 / Leave a comment
    P&S cameras are getting faster, and increasing HIGH-iso performance – case in point, Canon’s S90.   EVIL (Electronic Viewfinder Interchangeable Lens) cameras are coming on strong (i.e. Panasonics’ GF-1) but are still very price with smaller lens selection.  So for the time being at least DSLRs do have advantages – here...
  8. CES Photographers Summary

    Posted by toby
    / January 9, 2010 / Leave a comment
    CES saw a slew of new camera, new camera technology and accessories announced this year. I highlight some of the more interesting below. The megapixel race has slowed and dare I say plateaued (this is a good thing) with camera manufacturers focusing on new features and better low light performance....
  9. Holiday Presents for the Photographer

    Posted by toby
    / December 1, 2009 / Leave a comment
    External Flash- If you don’t have one these can do more for the quality of your indoor, and outdoor, shots than any other upgrade/accessory.  Both Nikon and Canon offer fairly inexpensive but excellent flashes that allow you to bounce the light of the ceiling.  The result is bright, evenly lit...
  10. Don’t buy a UV Filter/Haze filter unless

    Posted by toby
    / October 7, 2009 / Leave a comment
    You have small children that will want to touch your lens, even then it is debatable. Modern lens are coated and it takes a bit of work to scratch them. And that is really all a UV filter does, protects your lens. In my opinion a much better protection is...
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