Sunday, 25 September 2011
Friday, 23 September 2011
CompareCamera Prices
How to Compare Digital Camera Features & Prices With hundreds of digital cameras on the market and new models produced every year, choosing
the right model for your purposes can be challenging. By comparing digital camera features and prices, however, the decision process becomes much easier.
INSTRUCTIONS
1 .Decide whether portability or picture quality is most important for your needs. Though size and picture quality are not mutually exclusive, larger SLR cameras are generally designed for optimum photo quality. SLR cameras are larger and heavier than pocket-sized models preferred by most for general purpose photos. SLRs are also usually much more expensive than smaller digital cameras. Shape or "feel" is also a consideration as SLRs are ergonomically designed for two hands, whereas a smaller camera is designed for quick and simple access.
2 .Choose a camera with a battery that suits your needs. Small cameras may include long life internal batteries charged with a power cable. Others use standard AA or long life rechargeable AA batteries. Larger cameras use modelspecific batteries that can be removed to charge. Purchasing replacement or extra batteries verses the cost and time to charge also becomes a price consideration. Compare the typical battery life specifications for each camera model and the type of battery you prefer to decide which model suits your typical photo needs.
3. Compare megapixels. Generally, the higher the megapixel number on the camera, the better photo quality is possible. Certain highly technical factors in a camera model can produce better photo quality even though the designated megapixels are lower or the same. For example, a 10 megapixel SLR camera will generally take better photos than a 10 megapixel pocket camera because speed,
lens, compression and other factors affect photo quality, too. If you are comparing a 10 megapixel camera with a 2 megapixel camera, however, you can safely bet on the 10 megapixel camera producing a better photo. For cameras in the same price and quality range, higher megapixels may indicate a higher price.4 .Check the specifications for each camera's lens and zoom. A high-quality lens such as Zeiss or Nikon can make a big difference in photo quality. Similarly, check the camera specifications for zoom features. A high-optical zoom can be desirable. Optical zoom functions on the mechanical aspects of the lens. A highdigital zoom, however, can actually cause a digital noise or "pixilated" version of the image you're trying to capture. A good lens with optical zoom is a more expensive, yet favorable digital camera feature, but be aware that high-digital zooms can be problematic for some photographers.
5 .Examine the amount of memory that may be included in the digital camera and the type of memory card that can be added for additional memory. Some types and models of memory cards are rated faster than others, but this feature is generally considered by consumers who already use a specific type of memory card. If another device or family member already uses a specific type of memory card, choosing a camera that uses the same type can be beneficial for swapping cards and the availability of card readers. Common types are SD, xD, CF and Sony.
6 .Weigh your preference for a view finder or view screen. Many experienced photographers prefer a view finder similar to film SLR cameras, with the eye held close. Others prefer view screens to direct shots. With digital cameras, whether one prefers a view finder or a view screen for taking photos, a reasonably large view screen with features to display photos even under challenging light conditions (like direct sunlight) is a favorable feature. Part of the appeal of digital photography is the ability to review photos "on the go."
7 .Read consumer reviews and view sample images to help refine your choice. With a specific price range, preferred features and quality specifications determined, the last step is to compare prices offered by vendors. Shop online and at your local electronics and photography retail shops. Consider taxes and shipping costs at this level of price comparison.
From Rahman EBook
An Ode to DSLR Cameras
How is a DSLR different from a P&S?
With DSLR, or Digital-Single Lens Reflex, cameras what you see in the viewfinder is exactly what you get. There is only one lens path with DSLRs so you can't use the LCD as a viewfinder as with most P&S cameras. However that is slowly changing with newer DSLRs that allow you
to have a live LCD preview. DSLRs are also built around the ability to swap out lenses easily for expandability and multiple purposes. There are more things that differentiate DSLRs and P&S cameras but I honestly don't really know much about them yet.DSLRs allow for unparalleled control of the camera. You have the ability to manually adjust everything from aperture, shutter speed, focus and more. If you're not into those advanced settings and just want a camera with great picture quality, most DSLRs like the D80 have several automatic point-and-shoot modes.
Most importantly for me though, DSLRs have the ability to consecutively shoot pictures quickly, especially in daylight. This makes them a breeze to use while driving by something or trying to capture a bunch of action shots.
Examples
This weekend I attended my sister's graduation from Texas A&M for her Master's degree. Here's a shot showing how far away I was sitting..
and here is a shot showing off the zoom and picture quality a Nikon D80 paired with the 18135mm lens can achieve:
The photo below was one of the first shots I ever took with the D80. I don't think I could have ever achieved such a result with my old camera. Note: I adjusted the lighting levels in Photoshop from the original, but otherwise it's exactly what the camera took The Point
The point of this post was to let you know a bit about these amazing cameras. DSLR cameras have significantly come down in price over the last few years and are becoming viable cameras for regular, non-techie people and not just photo buffs. The D80 setup I've talked about in this
post currently retails for somewhere around $1,200 USD, which can still be considered steep. However, cameras like the Nikon D40 ($500-600 USD) and the Canon 350D (aka Rebel XT) offer excellent value.
Coming from my point-and-shoot camera background, the results from this D80 are nothing short of amazing. I don't think I'll ever be able to go back. Every hardware review I ever do from now on will be done with a DSLR camera. Have you had experience with DSLR cameras? Which DSLR camera do you have?
To clarify things again, I was not paid for this post
From Rahman EBook
Thursday, 22 September 2011
Dua (Dua Is The Core Of Ibaadat)
- Dua
- In the name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful
- Praise be to God, the Lord of the worlds
- The Compassionate, the Merciful
- Master of the Day of Judgment
- You alone do we worship, and you alone do we ask for help
- Guide us to the straight path
- The path of those whom you have blessed, not those who have deserved wrath, nor the misguided.
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