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  1. Canon T3i(600D) vs T2i(550D)

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    Both cameras share the same sensor and as a result have nearly identical image quality. Reasons you may want to consider a T3i over a T2i   Flip out LCD Screen Wireless Flash Commander – Ability to fire external flashes not connected to the camera Digital Video Zoom – This...
  2. Panasonic’s GF3

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    There were rumors last week when Sony announced the NEX-C3 that Panasonic would soon follow their own new 4/3.  They have, the GF3 is a refresh/upgrade of the GF2, their beginner friendly 4/3 Camera.   The 4/3 name refers to the sensor size, significantly larger than a traditional point and...
  3. Geotagging your photos

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    These days a fair number of Point and Shoot cameras and accessories sold for DSLRs offer the ability to geotag your photos without carrying a second device and messing with software after the photoshoot/walk, but until camera makers stick a GPS chip in all cameras we will need alternatives. One...
  4. Canon HS 100 vs Canon HS 300

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    These two cameras look very similar and have very similar specs, so which should you buy? Both offer 12MP and are almost exactly the same in every respect except - Canon Elph 100 HS Canon Elph 300 HS Screen Size 3″, 4x zoom(28-112mm), Mono audio recording Screen Size 2.7″, 5x...
  5. Fantastic Photography Book. . you could WIN!

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      There are loads of photography books out there, some try to be funny, some are packed with ridiculously basic information and some are filled with fluff(a problem closely related to the basic info problem). And then there is this book.  I don’t think it matters where you are in...
  6. Like Me – Giveaway(s) Ahead

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    I would be very appreciative if you took a moment and clicked the like button to the right. There are giveaway(s) planned in the not so distant future and you certainly wouldn’t want to miss out on a chance to win free camera stuff.
  7. The New Casio TRYX

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    I mentioned the new Casio TRYX before the CES show, a few months ago, out now and Engadget got their hands on review unit. . . My 140 character summary of their review Casio TRYX: unique swivel P&S w/ snappy touchscreen, 1080p recordin, panorama feature but terrible batt life, funky...
  8. Avoiding Camera Shake

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    The folks at Camera Technica have a great post and video illustrating the effects of shake on slower shutter speed captures.   DSLR Mirror Vibration from Camera Technica on Vimeo.   My tips for avoiding camera shake, repeating some of what they discuss- Avoid shutters speeds below 1/20 of a...
  9. Which DSLR should I buy [May 2011]

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    Everytime I revisit this post I have a harder time recomending one model/brand over another – at this point all of the cameras on this list are excellent and will produce superb images under normal conditions.  It is important that you read over the pros and cons of each and...