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Camera Lens Fungus
Lens fungus is one of those camera problems that you may not have heard about much, but, depending on the climate in your location, it could be a problem with which you should learn about ... and learn how to clean!
Cloudy Day Photos
If you're a photographer who enjoys shooting photos on bright, sunny days ... and who tends to leave the camera in the drawer on cloudy, overcast days, you may want to rethink your policy. Cloudy day photos require some slightly different thinking.
Gel Filters in Flash Units
Creating cool special effects in your photos is easier with gel filters. Try these tips for using gel filters in your photographs.
Troubleshooting Battery Chargers
Use these tips to give yourself a better chance to fix problems with your camera's battery chargers or AC adapters.
Building Photography Lighting
For those who enjoy shooting architectural photos, one of the biggest challenges is properly lighting the large architectural structures. Try these tips to help you with the process of finding the proper lighting for building photography.
Insurance Photography
Everyone knows the importance of having homeowners insurance ... even if no one wants to ever have to use it. However, preparing as though you'll eventually need that insurance is a smart idea, starting with creating photographic evidence of your possessions.
Great Birthday Party Photos
One of the most common events that will be photographed is a birthday party. However, many people aren't quite sure how to handle some of the tricky situations with which they're presented.
Wet Cameras
Just because it's raining, that doesn't necessarily mean that you should cancel your photography session. Use these tips for using wet cameras in the rain.
Troubleshooting Zoom Lenses
Because telephoto lenses provide such a different look than standard lenses, you may experience some problems when using them. Use these tips to troubleshoot use of your telephoto DSLR lenses.
Photographing Racing Events
Photographing racing events requires some specific techniques that allow you to capture the action of the event, while also capturing the other aspects of the race.
Troubleshooting Memory Cards
If you ever experience a problem with your camera's memory card, it can be a frightening feeling. Use these tips to troubleshoot your memory card.
Low Light Photos
Ideally, every photo you want to shoot would have perfect lighting conditions. Unfortunately, photography options and situations don't always cooperate in terms of lighting.
Learning to Use Digital Photo Frames
Digital photo frames are cool and interesting methods for displaying your photos and sharing them with others. Use these tips to learn more about making the most of your digital photo frame.
Keeping Safe With a Camera
As with any type of consumer electronics device, a digital camera requires some safety precautions to ensure that it will work correctly and safely for you. The last thing you want is to operate the camera in a manner that could leave you with an injury.
What Are the Camera Specifications?
One way to learn about your camera's strengths and weaknesses is to closely read through the camera's specification list as you begin using the camera.
Photos on the Fly
To capture spontaneous photos, you need to be ready to shoot at all times. After all, shooting a spontaneous photo usually involves one chance that’s over in a second or less. This can be a significant challenge.
Using Flash Tips
With a point and shoot camera, you probably will end up shooting a lot of indoor photos, which will require the use of your camera's built-in flash unit. Shooting with a tiny flash unit can be a little tricky. Try using flash tips, such as those listed here, to improve the results of your flash photos with a point and shoot camera.
Telling Photo Story
If you believe the old saying that one picture is worth 1,000 words, then you probably believe in the power of a photo essay. A properly composed photo essay, also called a photo narrative, can be a powerful tool for telling a photo story.
Black and White Photo Tips
In the old days of photography -- the dark ages of film -- photographers had only one option for their photos: Black and white. Eventually, color film became easily and readily available, and black and white photographs were history. With digital photography, black and white photos now have become a method of bringing a unique artistic look to photos.
Digital Camera Safety
Damage to the electrical components or accessories with a digital camera could lead to fire or to a malfunctioning or broken camera. Use these tips to properly maintain, use, and protect your digital camera.
Photographing Children Tips
Children are probably the most photographed subjects worldwide. Photographs are a great way to document the events and growing of children throughout their early lives. Improve your results with these photographing children tips.
Troubleshooting Macro Lenses
Digital camera interchangeable lenses tend to be pretty easy to use. You connect the lens, and you use the camera -- simple enough. However, there are times when lenses don’t work flawlessly. Use these tips to fix any problems you’re having by troubleshooting macro lenses.
Flying With a Camera
Vacation travel can be a challenge, especially when going by air. Security is necessary, but it certainly makes things tougher on travelers. Follow a few simple tips, and you're sure to have a good experience when flying with a camera.
Unique Photography
When looking for unique photography options, many people limit their thinking to finding unique subjects. However, you also can create unique photos by using different perspectives, odd lighting situations, and unorthodox settings on the camera.
Natural Light Photography Vs. Flash
If you’re disappointed in the results generated by the flash unit on your point and shoot camera, try these tips for using natural light more often in your photographs.