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Can a consumer-grade camera take good aurora pictures?
It's generally hard to take clear pictures of auroras because they are fairly dim and move around. To get enough light for a good picture, you need a long exposure. But then your picture will be ...
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Recommendations for a compact/simple/inexpensive “point and shoot” camera?
I am looking to purchase a secondary camera that meets the following criteria: 1) Compact enough to be inconspicuous for street photography. 2) Simple enough that I can hand it to a friend/family ...
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What features would you focus on in a point and shoot camera for sports photography?
I know that "point and shoot" does not belong in the same sentence as "sports photography". But if you only have $200-300 in your pocket and a need to photograph indoors martial arts competition, e.g. ...
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How can I find an affordable D-SLR camera with live view and rotating display?
I am looking to buy a D-SLR camera with a rotating display.
The display that I'm referring to is the live view display on the back of the camera, which a few of the D-SLR cameras have and it is ...
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Cheap secondhand off-camera flash with manual power controls?
I have a Canon 500D and am not overly a fan of portrait shots, but thought I might give it a go with a few simple setup scenes. External lighting would be useful, but the good stuff is very expensive, ...
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How to choose a gaffer's tape?
After a long time using my flash with rubber bands to hold flash accessories, I decided to try the Gaffer's tape method recommended by many photogs. So, I searched for that on B&H's website and ...
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Is it worth buying cheap lens attachments for my camera?
I'm considering buying a fisheye/wide-angle modifier. The brand-name modifier costs around £150 for a single wide-angle modifier which also requires an adapter ring. I've also seen, on ebay, kits ...
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Advice on an inexpensive but very hardy/tough point-and-shoot camera
I'm looking for a reasonably cheap point-and-shoot camera that can take a lot of abuse. Think rain, mud, occasional falls from head height, etc.
To make it easier, I really don't care too much about ...
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What are good gifts between $50 and $100 for photographers?
(inspired by AJ's question)
It's that time of year: family and friends are starting to ask what we want for the holidays. I usually try to have several suggestions at various price ranges. AJ's ...
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How can I take a macro shot without a macro lens?
I am a photography newbie and have only a 18 - 135mm canon kit lens at my disposal. I wanted to take macro shots but can't really afford a macro lens right now. One very optimistic goal of mine is to ...
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What is a Cheap (less than USD50) Piece of Kit would make a Good Gift for a Photographer?
Christmas is Coming
... Well, it's a few months away, but family are going to start asking for gift ideas soon, so I'm putting together my list.
I'm sure you have some great suggestions for ...
