Digital SLR Technology Made Easy

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You don’t need to know anything about internal combustion to operate an automobile, and you really don’t need to understand digital technology to use a point-and-shoot digital camera, either. Both devices are so automated these days that there’s not a lot for the driver/shooter to do [...]

Recommended Lenses For Digital SLR Cameras

Arguably the most important weapon in a photographers’ arsenal, lenses are also one of the most variable. From the
widest 10mm fish-eye to the longest 800mm telephoto, optics are available in every conceivable size, weight and focal length. Due to the smaller sensors used in many of today’s digital SLRs, however, focal lengths vary depending on the model in question. Whether you’re a landscaper looking to capture dramatic sunsets or an architectural fanatic looking to isolate fine details, there’s a multitude of options that fall into four categories. Here’s the lowdown.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

As Panasonic declared the DMC-G1 in Sep 2008, the industry saw its first actual innovation for a while: an electronic view finder interchangeable lens digital camera with a large imaging sensor. Panasonic had managed to overcome a whole list of technical hurdles to produce the camera and the G1 featured an electronic view finder that got pretty close to a fine mirror and prism, plus a contrast-detect autofocus that in terms of speed and accuracy could rival ‘traditional’ phase-detect systems of DSLRs.

What’s New in Windows 7?

The freshest release of Microsoft’s flagship software Windows has been been launched on Thursday. There are a great many changes to the OS, which has already been described by one analyst as “a shining release of Windows Vista”.

Netbook Wars: Acer Aspire One D250

As prices keep going down the Netbook Wars, staying competitive amongst a slew of Atom-powered mini-notebooks is a big challenge. While paying $500 for a Netbook was common just twelve months ago, nowadays, stripped-down yet still functional Netbooks are now pushing $300, headed by Dell and its bare-bones Mini 10v.

Netbook vs Laptop? Ultra-Cheap Laptops From Compaq

Do you remember Compaq? Hewlett-Packard got the computer company way back in 2002, but it’s kept the brand active as a lower-ranking brand ever since, primarily relegating Compaq to abroad markets (Compaq is especially popular in Asia) and as second-tier personal computers sold on the cheap at warehouse-style stores.

How To Choose the dSLR That’s Right for You

Because technology changes so rapidly, it’s unlikely that the camera you buy today will be your last. On the other hand, even the least expensive dSLR is a major investment for most of us, particularly when you factor in the cost of the lenses and accessories you’ll purchase. You want to make the right choice the first time.

Pentax K-7 Digital Camera Review

Pentax is a name that will bring up fond rememberings for the many photographers whose 1st SLR experience was with a Spotmatic, KM, K1000 or ME Super. Though the company’s market position isn’t as well entrenched as it was during its halcyon days in the analogue era, it continues to appeal a devoted following of [...]

Asus Eee PC 1000

Similar to the Eee PC 901 and 1000H, Asus Eee PC 1000 has an up to date feel and appear from earlier Eee PC models. The glossy black Fine Ebony lid is accented with the new Eee PC symbol in cursive script.

Asus Eee PC T91

Asus does a good job mixing a Netbook and a touch sensitive screen in the Asus Eee Computer T91, whether or not the system hits two first-generation snags. The optional custom touch interface, with enormous, straightforward to snatch icons, works well–even if it is not as slick and responsive as the touch interface on, as an example, an iPhone.