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Tripods, sticks & supports round up and buying guide

Sharp pictures require a steady camera, but with tripods, monopods, clamps and beanbags to choose from, there’s more than one way to keep everything on the level. Tracy Calder looks at some of the options What to look for in … Continue reading

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Buying Guide: 5 best waterproof compact cameras 2016

If you’re off on holiday, chances are you’re going to come across some water, whether that’s a glistening pool or the deep blue of the sea, yet the vast majority of cameras won’t thank you for taking them anywhere near … Continue reading

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Buying Guide: Best compact travel camera 2016

When you’re going on vacation you’re going to want to take a camera too, and the one in your smartphone probably won’t cut it because it doesn’t have a decent zoom. In fact zooming is the key, because you won’t … Continue reading

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Buying guide: Best cheap cameras 2016

Want to buy a decent camera, but don’t want to break the bank? The good news is that there are some cracking cameras out there if you’re on a tight budget, including entry-level DSLRs, sleek-looking mirrorless cameras, advanced high-end compacts, … Continue reading

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Advanced technology guide: a camera’s ‘reach’ – photographing distant objects

Bob Newman looks at the factors affecting how a camera system renders an image of a distant object When you can’t get close to your subject, reach is a matter of necessity Bob Newman looks at the factors affecting how … Continue reading

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Advanced technology guide: autofocus motors

The motors that drive a camera’s autofocus system have changed dramatically since the first one in 1985 Recent lens designs use a range of new focus motors to meet the demands of video The motors that drive a camera’s autofocus … Continue reading

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Buying guide: Best travel tripods: 6 great carbon fibre stands for your camera

Best travel tripods Whether it’s a weekend city break or a longer trip away, if you’re taking your camera, then a tripod is an essential item of kit to take with you. Without one, you won’t be able to capture … Continue reading

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Updated: What camera should I buy? Use our step-by-step guide

Introduction You only have to go into a high-street retail store go get an idea of the sheer number of digital cameras on the market. There are so many brands, types and technologies, each one claiming to be the best … Continue reading

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Photoshelter Free Guide: Get Published! 2

From Photoshelter: Get contact information from 100+ fashion publications! Getting published in a fashion magazine is extremely rewarding, but it’s no easy task, especially when just starting out. That’s why we teamed up with PhotoShelter member and acclaimed fashion photographer Lindsay Adler for … Continue reading

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How to Use Portrait Angles More Creatively: A Visual Guide

When it comes to creating a successful portrait, there are a lot of moving parts! We talk often about finding the light, composition, and camera gear when it comes to portraits. While all three of those things are important in … Continue reading

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Advanced technology guide: focal-plane shutter

The focal-plane shutter is an outstanding mechanism that deserves to be appreciated The Canon EOS-1D X Mark II’s shutter allows the camera to shoot at 16fps in live-view mode The focal-plane shutter is an outstanding mechanism that deserves to be … Continue reading

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New: Mastering Lenses Photographer’s Guide

Mastering Lenses: A Photographer’s Guide to Creating Beautiful Photos With Any Lens is written for everybody who wants to learn how to use their lenses to create better photos. As you get to know your lenses, and understand the effect of … Continue reading

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