http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/53819.aspxTue, 27 Oct 2009 22:22:05 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:53819digitaldan1There are lots of good camera straps on the market. This one grips your shoulder and won't slide around while you walk. Introduction Camera accessory makers offer all sorts of camera straps for photographers unsatisfied with the one that comes with their DSLR. While many offerings are just variations on the basic strap theme (leather versus can...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/52556.aspxThu, 15 Oct 2009 17:42:14 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:52556digitaldan1Sometimes you just don't want to be in the same place as your camera but need to see exactly what the viewfinder sees. If that describes you, and you're financially secure, this accessory could come in handy. Introduction There are times when it would be really handy to be able to set up your camera in one spot and be able to see what it se...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/52551.aspxThu, 15 Oct 2009 17:32:28 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:52551digitaldan1Sometimes you just need to put on some weight. At least you need some extra weight to make your tripod or light stand more stable, this $50 accessory can help. Introduction Sometimes putting on weight is a good thing. Well, it can be if you're a photographer who's worried about keeping a tripod steady or weighing down a light stand so it doesn'...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/52547.aspxThu, 15 Oct 2009 16:50:56 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:52547digitaldan1There are a wide variety of table top or "mini" tripods available. This small unit provides a high quality option for photographers who need something they can rely on for a long time. Introduction Photographers looking for a table-top tripod have lots of options. Trek-Tech, a company that makes a variety of creative monopods and other came...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/51973.aspxThu, 08 Oct 2009 22:52:52 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:51973digitaldan1Getting the right camera strap can make your life easier and save wear and tear on your neck and shoulders. Introduction Old geezers like me can remember a time when SLR cameras were small and light and their accompanying lenses didn't weigh much either unless you were lugging big glass around. Today's DSLRs and autofocus lenses are bigger than the...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/51129.aspxWed, 30 Sep 2009 19:57:08 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:51129digitaldan1There are times when you just need to trigger your camera from a distance. We've come a long way from the days when a $1.99 cable release did the job though. Wireless remotes such as the one offered by Satechi make triggering a camera from a distance much easier. Introduction There are times when you just need to trigger your camera from a ...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/33090.aspxMon, 28 Sep 2009 18:12:35 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:33090allychevalierThere are nearly as many solutions to camera shake as there are camera users. The "beanpod" with its inherent flexibility and stability is one of them, being easy to make and even easier to use. Here's an article on how to make your own. Supplies Cloth bag . This should be large enough to comfortably sit your camera on. Sturdy, waterpro...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/49640.aspxMon, 21 Sep 2009 18:06:32 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:49640digitaldan1Grids are a popular tool for narrowing the beam of light produced by a flash unit. Long a staple of photo studios, a variety of grids designed for shoe mount flash units have popped up in recent years. Saxon PC, offers an inexpensive line of flash grids to fit these flash units. Introduction It’s often necessary to narrow the beam of light produced...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/47811.aspxMon, 31 Aug 2009 19:47:22 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:47811allychevalierThis article details how to travel with various camera accessories, such as all those nice filters you want to be using on the beaches of Malaga, or the tripod you'll be using to take those long exposure shots of exotic rocky shores. How do you take care of them so that they don't break? Filters & Lenses These take top priority. Fil...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/47189.aspxThu, 27 Aug 2009 20:15:00 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:47189digitaldan1It might look strange, but the Presslite Vertex provides an unusual but versatile approach to modifying light from a shoe mount flash. Introduction Light modifiers designed for shoe mount strobes has been one of the fastest growing types of photographic accessory the past few years. This is in part because photographers have realized that improving...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/47185.aspxThu, 27 Aug 2009 19:57:31 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:47185digitaldan1A camera strap that thinks outside the box and turns things upside down Introduction Professional sports shooters patrolling the sidelines of football and soccer games have often relied on a monopod mounted camera with big telephoto lens and a “shoot from the hip” second camera with a short zoom mounted on it. The idea is keep shooting until the su...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/32120.aspxThu, 20 Aug 2009 07:19:40 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:32120focogeekIt's easy and cheap to make your own soft focus lens filter for your digital camera, and the results will be better than using a standard image or faking a soft focus look with photo editing software. Introduction You too can take glamour style pictures , and it can be really cheap. The dreamy, soft celebrity portraits and studio shots are just...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/44185.aspxMon, 03 Aug 2009 21:35:48 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:44185balaA tripod is an integral part of great photography. The tripod is the easiest way to make sharp photographs and as a result great pictures. There are so many of them on the market today, so how does one make a decision? Here are the best 10 tripods shortlisted for you. Tripods - Which one should I buy? Buying a tripod is one of the most diff...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/43895.aspxThu, 30 Jul 2009 16:18:55 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:43895arunchsThis article reviews the Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens, covering its features, performance, image quality and the value for money aspects. Features and Specifications The Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens is a versatile lens with a wide zoom range, enabling photographers to use single lens in different environments. Listed belo...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/40970.aspxTue, 30 Jun 2009 20:33:35 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:40970allychevalierFisheye lenses can create unusual and fun effects for photographers to play with – if, that is, they can afford the expensive lens for it! This DIY article shows you how to make your own DIY fisheye lens quickly, cheaply, and easily. What You Need to Make Your Own Fisheye Lens Peephole . You know when you look through the front door? That...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/39567.aspxMon, 22 Jun 2009 20:35:00 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:39567jiteshiyerHere is a review of the Tamron AF18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) Macro - a superzoom dSLR lens. Find out if this lens is right for your photography needs. This review covers the specifications, features, positives, limitations and judges if the lens is worth your hard earned dollars. Tamron AF18-270mm Lens Hailed by Tamro...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/37194.aspxTue, 02 Jun 2009 21:51:39 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:37194lynchlarrymIn a real quandry over a good Father's Day gift for your digital photographer dad? Put away the noose for now and consider some of these Father's Day gift suggestions. No matter how tight your budget might be, these suggestions will get you started down the path to a great Father's Day gift for him. The Best Affordable Father’...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/36805.aspxThu, 28 May 2009 20:33:24 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:36805arunchsThis article reviews Canon's EF 17-40mm f/4L USM wide angle zoom lens, covering its features, performance, image quality and the value for money aspects. Features and Specifications (Image from Canon Website ) The Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM lens is known for its sharp output and excellent image quality. Listed below are the features and spec...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/36754.aspxThu, 28 May 2009 15:57:28 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:36754smojicaThere are a number of memory card cases available on the market, but determining which one is the best can be challenging. This is a guide to the top 5 memory card cases for digital photographers. Pelican 0910-010-110 Secure Digital Memory Card Case Rating Pelican 0910-010-110 Secure Digital Memory Card Case is one of the best memory card cases ava...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/36618.aspxWed, 27 May 2009 19:48:01 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:36618jiteshiyerThis article describes what extension tubes and close-up filters are, and how they affect your photos. Learn how you can enhance the power of your lenses and take superior macro photographs using these aids. The pros and cons of using both of these photographic accessories are explained. Extension Tubes versus Close-up Filters Photography is addict...