Lenses
The Nikon 18-200 f/3.5-5.6G ED VRII zoom lens is the new-and-improved version of my most frequently used lens.
I kind of wish I could say that it wasn’t my favorite…
Most new DSLRs are sold in a bundle that includes a kit lens. Many times this kit lens is an 18-55mm zoom. The kit lens is sufficient, but it was engineered to be the best for the most. It was designed for a wide variety of uses at an…
There’s a plethora of how-to articles out there. So many tips, tricks, guides, advice, and so on. And I’ve found that improving one’s photography doesn’t really boil down to a neat, little list. So if you want to add to the messy, long, meandering list of ways to get…
A growing variety of new “prosumer” DSLRs have the ability to capture HD video and are referred to as VDSLRs (yes, the ‘V’ in VDSLR stands for video) or HDDSLRs. If you’re considering…
Tis the season to be jolly, and take lots of family photos with your DSLR! Are you going to be with your family this holiday season? If so, I’m guessing you’re the de facto family photographer and people will be asking you for your photos after the holiday. In any…
Back in the olden days of 35mm film cameras images were all captured on a rectangular-shaped element (“sensor”) that was the same size: 24mm x 36mm. But when digital cameras were invented, engineers initially had to hold back…
Aperture is the term used to describe the size of the adjustable opening is that lets light through your lens. Aperture is measured using…
Alisa is a good friend of mine, and the proud new owner of a new digital SLR. I was thrilled when she agreed to share her purchase experience so I could post it here on Wide Open.
Alisa’s experience is probably typical in many ways. She…
Just because the sun goes down doesn’t mean you have to put your camera down! Night photography is a hoot. With a little preparation you’ll enjoy a whole new area of creativity with your digital SLR.
Taking photos at night usually means keeping your lens shutter open longer – to…
So you’ve got a new digital SLR. You did your research, read the reviews, asked your friends’ and family’s opinions. It’s likely that your decision was focused on the features and functionality of the camera body, which is normal and stands to reason. But it’s all the rest of…
