If you’ve ever wanted to experiment with your image editing tools in greater depth, shooting some images in RAW format may be the best choice for this task. This isn’t something that most people will do as a standard practice as these files take up much more space since they are uncompressed. However, there are instances where RAW files can yield greater flexibility and artistic expansion than working with standard [...]
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A flash can be one of the most important accessories you own and, when used properly, gives your shots a more professional appearance. Here are a few things to consider when choosing the right flash for your DSLR: Rotation: A flash that attaches to your camera’s hot shoe needs the ability to rotate and tilt. For example, tilting your flash at an upward angle behind your subject will allow you [...]
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The term ‘geotagging’ often comes up in photography discussions but still mystifies many of us. Geotagging allows you to know exactly where and when an image was taken because the location’s latitude and longitude are recorded with the image’s EXIF data. The EXIF data includes information about HOW the photo was taken and includes details such as shutter speed and aperture. Most digital cameras automatically record EXIF information with every [...]
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IShootInRAW.com is a new website created by Mack Camera employee Scott Kivowitz with 1 purpose and 1 only. IShootInRAW.com is a website dedicated for Photographers with Digital SLR cameras who specifically shoot on a RAW setting. Even if you shoot RAW + JPG all of the time you should add yourself to the list. It is a great way to get your name out there. After you add yourself the [...]
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Photographing excited (and constantly moving) costume-clad children at night can pose a few challenges, but taking great Halloween pictures can be a snap if you use a few simple techniques. Use that Jack-o-lantern! Jack-o-lanterns can serve as great props as well as a creative light source for super-spooky shots. You can pose your children close to the jack-o-lantern—either with the pumpkin below their faces or in a silhouette pose, and [...]
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Urban Disguise™ 35 Released! The Urban Disguise™35 is the perfect size for photographers on the go: it holds up to a 13.3″ laptop with a standard-size DSLR or up to a 10″ laptop with a Pro-size DSLR with lens attached. It features a large opening for easy access to equipment, it can be attached to a roller, and it can be used as a backpack with the Shoulder Harness (sold [...]
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