http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/54120.aspxThu, 29 Oct 2009 17:51:04 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:54120allychevalierWhether you're protecting your lens from rain or shine, a lens hood is your first line of protection. However, they can often run a bit on the pricey side—and aren't even available for many cameras. This article provides a simple, cheap DIY guide to making your very own lens hood. Supplies PVC Reducer . Navigating the PVC section of t...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/53793.aspxTue, 27 Oct 2009 21:13:36 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:53793allychevalierThree? Only three? Well, the title *does* say "must have"... There are simply certain camera filters that every photographer should have in their arsenal, not just for their sheer versatility but also their decent prices. This article goes through a few of these and explains the rationale. A quick note: just because your cam...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/37008.aspxTue, 06 Oct 2009 22:05:05 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:37008allychevalierWithout a memory card, it is impossible to take photos with today's digital cameras, so it's important to keep them in top running condition. The best way to do this is to format your memory card, and format it often. Here's how. It's a beautiful sunset , reds and purples and oranges all arranged over a perfectly reflective surface of t...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/50670.aspxMon, 28 Sep 2009 18:00:41 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:50670dr4gonDo you have some spots or dust on your camera lenses or sensor? Find out of the Giottos Rocket Blower can live up to its name and clean it out! Introduction If you have had your digital SLR for some time and you have more than one lens, you are bound to get dust on your sensor. This will be noticeable on your pictures at smaller apertures (...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/50207.aspxFri, 25 Sep 2009 18:04:46 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:50207dr4gonIn this article, we cover what a lens cleaning pen is and how to use one. If you have a camera and/or lenses, you need one, find out why! Introduction One of the easiest ways to take clearer sharper pictures is to maintain your current gear. This means having a dust (and hopefully scratch) free lens. A tiny bit of dust on the lens may not b...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/47190.aspxThu, 27 Aug 2009 20:18:54 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:47190digitaldan1Like selective focus, you'll love the Lensbaby Composer. This special effects lens offers a new look for your photography. Introduction Lensbabies are one of the more interesting accessory lenses available. These selective focus optics are relatively inexpensive, versatile and incredibly helpful for presenting new challenges and opportunities f...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/47183.aspxThu, 27 Aug 2009 19:52:56 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:47183digitaldan1Grids are a popular tool amongst studio photographers wanting to shape light for specific effects. Honl's Speed Grid provides a similar capability for shoe mount flash. Introduction Grids are a popular studio tool for narrowing the light from a flash unit. During the past few years, these useful tools have made their way to the shoe mount flash...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/44175.aspxFri, 31 Jul 2009 17:23:18 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:44175digitaldan1One of the great benefits of using DSLRs is the feedback the LCD viewer provides. Many a photographic concept has been saved because the photographer has been able to check the results after a shot. Shooters working in bright sun though have often needed to find something to block strong sunlight. Overview Properly used, DSLRs can help the photogra...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/43899.aspxThu, 30 Jul 2009 16:40:49 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:43899balaThe Manfrotto/Bogen 681B is a professional, aluminum based monopod. In this review we will take a look at what this model has to offer and how it fares in real life use. To Boldly Go where Tripods Cannot! Although camera technology has progressed a lot, there are still certain aspects of photography that have remained unchanged. Even though...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/40228.aspxFri, 26 Jun 2009 23:08:23 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:40228balaDid you know that you can control your digital SLR camera from your iPhone or iPod Touch? You can also use these devices to compose your shot, fire your shutter, or use as an additional screen in situations where you cannot normally view the viewfinder. Interested? Read on to learn more. Using an iPhone/iPod Touch to Control Your Camera...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/39522.aspxMon, 22 Jun 2009 16:19:45 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:39522jiteshiyerIn this buying guide, learn tips on what to look for when choosing a photo vest so you can ensure you get the best one for you and your photography needs. Also included in this article are tips on how to use your new photo vest and the advantages of using a photo vest over a standard camera bag. Advantages of Using a Photo Vest The most popular way...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/1906.aspxSun, 31 May 2009 02:01:49 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:1906mistyfaucheuxDigital camera companies are beginning to add a feature to their cameras that will you to embed location information into your photographs. Known as geotagging, this technology promises to be an exciting new feature for your digital camera. Digital cameras presently offer a wide-range of features, including a date and time stamp, high quality resol...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/36982.aspxFri, 29 May 2009 20:23:38 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:36982arunchsThis article reviews Canon's EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III telephoto zoom lens, covering its features, performance, image quality and the value for money aspects. Introduction The Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III telephoto lens has a good zoom range, enabling a photographer to photograph a variety of subjects. It can be easily used in street photogr...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/36507.aspxTue, 26 May 2009 23:02:45 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:36507aczafraSo you've decided the memory capacity that comes with your digital camera just isn't enough and are now looking to buy a memory card. If you don't want to spend too much for additional memory storage, we've gathered up 8 cheap memory cards for you too choose from. Top Cheap Memory Cards - 4GB Cheap Memory Card #1 - Kingston 4GB SDHC...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/36230.aspxMon, 25 May 2009 17:41:31 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:36230aczafraSo you just got a new DSLR camera and are now ready to take the next step into becoming a photo hobbyist - accessorizing your DSRL. If you have no idea what accessories to buy for your new DSLR Camera, here's our list of the top 10 accessories for your new DSLR camera. 1. Camera Bag While most of the DSLR camera distributors might give their cu...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/36229.aspxMon, 25 May 2009 17:29:11 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:36229arunchsThis article reviews Canon's 100-400 zoom lens, covering its features, performance, image quality and the value for money aspects. Introduction Canon's 100-400L lens is known for its long range zoom, which makes it a versatile lens suitable for many streams of photography. It can be used to shoot wildlife, portraits, street shots, and nearly ev...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/35653.aspxThu, 21 May 2009 01:12:11 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:35653jiteshiyerThis article focuses on how to take proper care of your camera's memory card, to keep it healthy, functioning fine, and to extend its life. You'll learn tips on everything from physical precautions pertaining to handling and storage of the cards to tips on effective techniques of using memory cards. Memory Cards In the good old days of phot...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/35687.aspxThu, 21 May 2009 01:11:17 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:35687jiteshiyerWhat is a memory card reader and do I need one? Will every card reader be able to read my camera's memory card? What are the advantages of using one? Find answers to all these questions as well as a quick tutorial on how to get your memory card reader up and running. What is a Memory Card Reader and Why do I Need One? In the las...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/33769.aspxThu, 30 Apr 2009 18:13:02 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:33769balaPlaying with light is the best way to make remarkable pictures. When the light is just not right, or when you want add something special to your photo, flashes or strobes can definitely help. In this article, we'll look at 5 different ways to trigger your off-camera flash unit. Flash Photography & Off-Camera Flash Photography is all about p...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/33106.aspxMon, 27 Apr 2009 23:39:19 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:33106aczafraFlash photography is nice avenue to explore in digital photography. However, producing great photos using flash is a pretty challenging task as well. If you're planning to try flash photography but don’t know how to begin, here's a brief guide on flash diffusers. Why Use a Flash Diffuser? Before defining what a flash diffuser is, ...