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Lenses: What Beginner Photographers Need to Know

Why lenses are important in photography Once you’ve decided to dip your toes into the photography world, you’ll soon learn that passion and skills aren’t always enough. Whether you like it or not, you’ll have to eventually invest in reliable gear that increases your chances of capturing better shots. The quest typically starts with finding …

Canon 5D Mark III Light Leak Fix

Lensrentals.com posted today their assessment of the 5D Mark III light leak fix, based on a new set of bodies that have been shipped by Canon.  Naturally, they opened it up to see the fix, and below is what they found.  While not exactly elegant, the simple electrical tape apparently does the job blocking stray …

New Canon Rebates Starting April 29th

From Canon USA: Canon USA will be launching new rebates starting on April 29, 2012. They will run through until June 2, 2012. This rebate program is a “double-up” program. Your rebate will double if you purchase a 5D Mark II, 5D Mark III, 7D, or 60D. For example, if you buy a 5D Mark …

Adobe releases Photoshop CS6 Public Beta

From the press release: Adobe Systems Incorporated today announced Adobe® Photoshop® CS6 beta, a preview of what’s to come in the next release of the industry standard in digital imaging, is available as a free download from Adobe Labs. Customers can download the beta, try out the experience and provide feedback to the product team. …

Canon EOS 5D Mark III Review

Jeff Ascough, one of Canon’s Explorers of Light, seems to have had his hands on a pre-production model of the new EOS 5D Mark III long enough to post a fairly extensive review. The following quote from Jeff sums it up quite nicely: “So are there any negatives to owning this camera? Maybe just one. …

Canon EOS 5D Mark III – Finally announced!

It’s here! Well, almost. The Canon EOS 5D Mark III has been announced, with many of the expected specs: 2MP full frame CMOS sensor ISO 100-25600 standard, 50-102,800 expanded 6 fps continuous shooting Shutter rated to 150,000 frames 1080p30 video recording, stereo sound via external mic 61 point AF system 63 zone iFCL metering system …

Canon EOS 5D Mark III

It appears there’s a new 5D coming out, most likely being announced this Friday, March 2nd. I’m really stoked about this, as my 40D might be starting to fail. Going to need a new body soon, whether it’s the new 5D or something similar. Stay tuned, as soon as more information is posted, I’ll pass …

Canon 5D Mark III images leak, Launch on March 2nd!

I’m really excited about the launch of Canon’s next huge DSLR, the 5D Mark III, set to launch this Friday, March 2.  Some images were leaked and posted on CanonRumors.com, and they definitely don’t look fake.  Here’s a few shots:   Official specs have not yet been revealed, but this ultra powerful camera is rumored …

Blue Chive Flower canvas print

Easy Canvas Prints

Today I’m reviewing a canvas print I got recently from EasyCanvasPrints.com. 1. OrderingThe ordering and upload process was easy and straight-forward. You start by selecting a canvas size, then upload a photo (or choose from their stock images), pick some canvas options, and you’re done. 2. Shipping & PackagingThe canvas print was wrapped in plastic and …

Canon 5D Mark II

Well, Canon finally announced the long awaited and much anticipated 5D Mark II Digital SLR. This camera has some fantastic new features that make me foam at the mouth..             Here’s a short list: 21.1 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor 1080p HD Video! Digic IV processor 14-bit A/D 3.9 fps …