Friday, August 30, 2013

Volcano Photographer Miles Morgan Risks His Life to Get the Most Amazing Photos

Run is almost the only decision that people make when the volcano eruption but not for Miles Morgan. According to the report of Daily Mail, Miles Morgan risks life and limb getting up close and personal with the world's most active volcano: Hawaii Kilauea. Below photos are the ones he shoots at there. Only 1 meters away from the crater.

Miles Morgan comes from Portland, Oregon. His foot was burnt in this trip.

Kilauea is one of the most active volcanoes in the world and erupted occasionally in the past 10 years.

Look at the below photos, can you feel the temperature of the volcano?








Thursday, August 29, 2013

Cloud Photography Tricks and Nice Works Sharing




Cloud photography is one of the most interesting ones as it never has the same condition, which also means that you also need lucky while shooting. However, below are four aspects you need to keep in mind while shooting.

1)       Don’t over exposure

Over exposure will let the layering of cloud disappear, so mostly we should let the cloud exposure and sometime you may use the function of –EV. You can try to use different models to test the effect.

2)       CPL

It not only can help you get better blue sky but also better cloud.

3)       Flow cloud

Slow your shutter to dozens second so that you can capture the flowing cloud

4)       Use GND to balance light equation

To maintain the layering of cloud, we can’t use the model of overexposure. But decrease the exposure will make the object on the ground become dim, one of solutions is using GND to balance light equation.








Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Why Photographers Don’t Give You All the Photos



It is a common condition the clients ask for all the shooting photos to professional or amateur. Generally, photographer will ask clients not do say or even directly decline the requirement. Many of customers may feel confusing or even angry. Then, why photographers won’t give you all the photos.


First, client has no right to ask for the semi-manufactures. Will you ask for the paint draft while a painter draws for you? Would you ask for the spare fabrics while purchasing custom clothes? It is the same principle to the photos.

Some customer may also believe that it is no harm to the photographers. In fact, there is. The final works that sent to clients are after carefully choosing and editing. Those final works represent the figure and word of mouth to others. Those semi-manufactures will do harm to the photographers.

Let back to the reality, not every photo is perfect. At one time of shooting, photographer may take a lot of photos, many of which are in the same gesture and content. Do you really want the photos that aren’t chosen and edited by the photographers?

If you still want all of them, just ask for yourself why. Do you believe that are still great ones in the photos on the way of deleting? Or you believe that you can do a better job in Photoshop? Do trust your photographer or you shouldn’t choose him at the first. Let photographers do the entire job or become the photographer if you wish.

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Camera Bags Recommendations for DSLR Users




No matter you are new photographers who have entry level devices (Canon Rebel Ti 3, Nikon D5200, etc) or advanced ones (1D, 7D), a camera bag is essential for better protections and convenience. The difference is what kind of bags you need.

For entry level users who have only one camera and one or two lens, sling bag, shoulder bag, inner bag, will be a good choice.

Lowepro Passport Sling Camera Bag $49.95






Highlights: D-SLR Camera 1-2 Lens Kit, Exterior and Interior Pockets, 600D Polyester Polymesh Fabric.
Short part is that the capacity is too small.

Koolertron Camera Shoulder Bag $46.99

 

Highlights: Durable canvas material, Flexible inner liner, Soft liner protection, median capacity.

For advanced photographers with one or two cameras, 3 or 4 lenses, flashes, and other gadgets:

Tamrac 3385 Aero Speed Pack 85 $153.95

 


Highlights: Easily accessible equipment, Strong construction, Adjustable harness, Comfortable, Roomy

Koolertron DSLR Camera Bags $54.95

Highlights: two separate packs, large capacity, rain cover design, durable canvas, and budget price.

Professional photographers with tripods, several lens, and other professional attachments.

Lowepro Pro Roller X100 Rolling Camera Bag



Highlights: Huge capacity

Monday, August 26, 2013

Newly Released Video Offers Detailed Look at Upcoming 'Champagne' iPhone 5S and Low-Cost iPhone


(Repost from Macrumors) A new video gives a detailed look at of Apple's upcoming "champagne" iPhone 5S along with a close look at the blue low-cost iPhone "5C". The video, posted by AppAdvice, compares the backplates of both devices to the existing iPhone 5 and gives the clearest look yet at the design of Apple's newest iPhones.


As noted in multiple descriptions of the "gold" iPhone, the color is closer to a light champagne than it is to a bright and garish gold. The video depicts a subdued gold color that matches well with the silver of the existing iPhone 5.

The iPhone 5C and 5S backplates in the video appear to be similar in size to the existing iPhone 5. While the low-cost iPhone is slightly thicker due to its polycarbonate shell, the iPhone 5S is nearly identical to the iPhone 5 with the exception of the dual-LED rear flash. The iPhone 5S, which will be Apple's new flagship device, is also expected to feature a redesigned home button to incorporate its fingerprint sensor.

Though the iPhone 5S will feature improvements to the processor along with camera upgrades and other enhancements, the iPhone 5C will likely utilize existing iPhone 5 parts as it is rumored to be a replacement for the iPhone 5.

The iPhone 5C is shown in blue, but it will come in an array of colors including blue, green, red, yellow, and white. Apple is not expected to produce a black iPhone 5C, but all of the 5Cs will feature standard black faceplates with a matching black Apple logo on the back of the device.

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As noted by AppAdvice the iPhone 5S features a shiny metallic logo along with thinner "iPhone" text, which appears to be inline with both the lettering on the iPhone 5C and Apple's overall adoption of skinnier fonts.

Earlier today a rumor surfaced suggesting that Apple could have a “graphite” colored iPhone 5S in the works, which would accompany the champagne/white, silver/white, and slate/black iPhone 5S varieties.

Both the iPhone 5S and the iPhone 5C are expected to debut at an iPhone event held in September.

Sunday, August 25, 2013

Sony NEX-5T HD Product Image Exposured

Digicame-info provided two product images of Sony newest mirrorless NEX-5T. It is just like the description of the rumors: no surprises. The body shape and censor almost the same as NEX-5R, which is also the generation style of these years.



However, there are still little upgrades. Such as the built-in function of NFC (near filed communication), changes in the menu.