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Multiple copies of the same exposure, but randomizing the noise?

answered Jul 3, 2018 at 20:45

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Should I keep Image Stabilization (IS) off when I do not actually need it?

answered Feb 15, 2011 at 14:57

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What does 'how much zoom' mean?

answered Mar 6, 2011 at 15:57

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What's the difference between cross-type autofocus points and regular ones?

answered Mar 14, 2011 at 23:04

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Why store both JPEG and raw?

answered Mar 29, 2011 at 11:49

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Best fluorescent bulb color temperature for shooting people and interviews?

answered Mar 30, 2011 at 17:14

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How many pixels in a megapixel?

answered Jun 26, 2013 at 20:27

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Do any DSLRs offer in-camera file encryption?

answered Jan 26, 2013 at 2:59

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Does JPEG-to-JPEG export Lightroom reapply compression?

answered Feb 1, 2013 at 17:52

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Why do camera manufacturers stick with the same awkward control layout imposed by film cameras?

answered Feb 2, 2016 at 10:00

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What is the device held near the subject's face in this picture?

answered Jul 24, 2012 at 2:05

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How can I justify a new camera purchase when I'm not a top photographer?

answered Nov 5, 2012 at 13:26

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Why can't my newer cameras focus on my hands and something behind them at the same time?

answered Jan 6, 2014 at 18:36

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Why don't sensors have a wider aspect ratio?

answered Jan 5, 2014 at 16:10

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Why am I having trouble getting sharp results with my new DSLR, compared to a point and shoot?

answered Feb 15, 2014 at 19:19

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When and how to use a push-on flash diffuser?

answered Jan 28, 2012 at 16:25

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How large an image do I need to print a 32″ by 18″ poster at 300 DPI?

answered Mar 4, 2012 at 22:39

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What is an auto-focus motor?

answered Feb 16, 2012 at 20:57

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Why is Nikon 1.4g better when Nikon 1.8g is sharper?

answered Apr 18, 2019 at 4:50

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Do jpgs have "layers"?

answered Mar 9, 2011 at 15:52

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Is digital zoom really useful?

answered May 28, 2011 at 23:23

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Is an EF 50mm f/1.4 the same as 50mm with an EF-S lens on a Canon 550D?

answered May 4, 2011 at 2:30

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How does the colour of ambient lighting affect colour rendition?

answered May 15, 2011 at 16:40

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Should I store unedited/raw, edited, or watermarked images while backing up on DVD/CD?

answered Dec 15, 2014 at 4:44

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Can I do "back conversion" of a B&W JPEG to color?

answered Aug 21, 2015 at 17:54

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Why don't most cameras store filenames based on date and time?

answered Apr 10, 2013 at 10:51

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How to tell if a film camera is actually making shots?

answered Dec 9, 2013 at 0:02

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Is it possible to make a photo's EXIF look like it was taken with a DSLR?

answered Feb 18, 2017 at 18:07

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Can I replace an 1100 mAh battery with a 1500mAh one?

answered Nov 23, 2012 at 14:35

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Why does a 50mm lens appear to give a human perspective, rather than a normal lens?

answered Aug 16, 2012 at 12:55

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Multiple copies of the same exposure, but randomizing the noise?

Should I keep Image Stabilization (IS) off when I do not actually need it?

What does 'how much zoom' mean?

What's the difference between cross-type autofocus points and regular ones?

Why store both JPEG and raw?

Best fluorescent bulb color temperature for shooting people and interviews?

How many pixels in a megapixel?

Do any DSLRs offer in-camera file encryption?

Does JPEG-to-JPEG export Lightroom reapply compression?

Why do camera manufacturers stick with the same awkward control layout imposed by film cameras?

What is the device held near the subject's face in this picture?

How can I justify a new camera purchase when I'm not a top photographer?

Why can't my newer cameras focus on my hands and something behind them at the same time?

Why don't sensors have a wider aspect ratio?

Why am I having trouble getting sharp results with my new DSLR, compared to a point and shoot?

When and how to use a push-on flash diffuser?

How large an image do I need to print a 32″ by 18″ poster at 300 DPI?

What is an auto-focus motor?

Why is Nikon 1.4g better when Nikon 1.8g is sharper?

Do jpgs have "layers"?

Is digital zoom really useful?

Is an EF 50mm f/1.4 the same as 50mm with an EF-S lens on a Canon 550D?

How does the colour of ambient lighting affect colour rendition?

Should I store unedited/raw, edited, or watermarked images while backing up on DVD/CD?

Can I do "back conversion" of a B&W JPEG to color?

Why don't most cameras store filenames based on date and time?

How to tell if a film camera is actually making shots?

Is it possible to make a photo's EXIF look like it was taken with a DSLR?

Can I replace an 1100 mAh battery with a 1500mAh one?

Why does a 50mm lens appear to give a human perspective, rather than a normal lens?