All user-created articles
This is a list articles created by users from within the dpreview community. Note that these are neither endorsed nor reviewed by dpreview editorial staff. There are currently 315 user-created articles total.
| Published on Oct 29, 2011 | Pro Photography
Theatrical performances with all those exaggerated lighting, delicate setups and dramatic expressions, poses and make ups are really interesting & rewarding subjects for aspiring and professional photographers. On the other hand the task is very demanding.
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| Published on Oct 29, 2011 | Pro Photography
Photographing models has been always a tempting experience. In this article I am going to outline the tips and tricks I found useful to achieve the most out of such kind of photography sessions.
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| Published on Oct 22, 2011 | Photo Techniques
A simple look at how to control the size of your background blur (bokeh), and the difference that different-sized lenses make.
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| Published on Oct 20, 2011 | Video Capture
All you need to know to do screencasting
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| Published on Oct 19, 2011 | Camera and Photography Basics
As a amateur and hobbyist, I'm sharing some of my (limited) experience on buying my gear and assembling a system
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| Published on Oct 18, 2011 | Software Techniques
Learn the keypoints to transform any girl into a magazine's cover girl
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| Published on Oct 18, 2011 | Photo Techniques
With so many companies offering a wide selection of workshops, tours and safaris worldwide, choosing the best photography adventure can be a tedious and time consuming task. Furhtermore, not all websites are well indexed by search engines, resulting in great opportunities going overlooked.
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| Published on Oct 18, 2011 | Software/App Reviews
Want to learn photoshop? what about a free solution to photoshop? no WAREZ involved!
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| Published on Oct 18, 2011 | Technology
Learn how to use the new features of CS5 Edge Detection
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| Published on Oct 16, 2011 | Product Reviews & Previews
I compare three light diffusers (STO-FEN, Impact, and Fotodiox) designed to attach directly to add-on flash units. Just how well do they soften the light? Let's find out...
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| Published on Oct 14, 2011 | Technology
The myth that focus-locking phase-detection autofocus is an open-loop control system is (in the voice of Mythbuster, Adam Savage) "Busted!" This article provides tests you can use to prove it is not only a closed-loop control system, but that it's fundamentally the same process as continuous-focus.
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| Published on Oct 13, 2011 | Photo Techniques
Basic technique for taking Lightning shots using Magic Lantern's Motion Detect feature.
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| Published on Oct 12, 2011 | Pro Photography
Thinking about becoming a wedding photographer? Check out this article for some great help and insights.
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| Published on Oct 11, 2011 | Opinions
Blurring of image on nex3
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| Published on Oct 11, 2011 | Photo Techniques
The golden hour, when the sun is just over the horizon, is an excellent time for taking photographs.
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| Published on Oct 10, 2011 | Book Reviews
This book presents a quite interesting analysis of the black and white photography evolution from the original chemical processes to the latest digital edition tools.
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| Published on Oct 9, 2011 | Photography and Photographers
A first person view backstage on shooting at the sea.
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| Published on Oct 9, 2011 | Opinions
Leica is famous for its high-speed optics. This article is about my experience with different versions of the fastest of them all: Noctilux. Hopefully, it will be helpful for those who is planning on buying one.
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| Published on Oct 9, 2011 | Photo Techniques
Even though I had a zoom I noticed that most photos were taken around "normal". I wanted to explore that observation, and I changed to a prime lens. The effect on me and my photography was profound.
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| Published on Oct 9, 2011 | Software/App Reviews
We often have questions by newcomers on what free software is available. These requests for information could occur in any forum and we often come up with some favourites. Here's a reference point where we can point newbies to.
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