Check out this exposure compensation simulator, then read below for a deeper explanation.
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CameraSim needs you!
A couple years ago, I built a simple online camera simulator to help people better understand their DSLR cameras. It wasn’t perfect – it still isn’t – but I’m pleased with how many people have found it helpful.
It’s now time to build the next version of CameraSim, but for that I need your help!
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“No Photography Allowed”
This is a little off the topic of camera sims, but it’s something I feel everyone with a camera should think about: your rights as a photographer.
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Wanted: CameraSim translators
Hey everyone, I’m trying to get CameraSim translated into as many languages as possible so that it can be of use to more people. That, and global domination sounds pretty cool.
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Lytro’s light field camera: first look
A couple weeks ago at SXSW, I got to see the Lytro folks showing off their new “light field camera.” In case you haven’t heard of this, it’s a new type of camera that captures light data (a.k.a. “light fields”) rather than light focused on a 2D plane like all cameras – digital or film – have done for the last 150+ years.
3 words prevent this DSLR-rookie mistake
And they are…
Focus. Frame. Shoot!
Try it for yourself right here, and then keep reading for a more detailed explanation:
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Become a better photographer: Send out your own holiday card!
Last week we celebrated Thanksgiving (here in the U.S., anyway), which means it’s officially time to get your holiday on. It’s also the perfect opportunity to improve your photo skills.
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Creative Christmas cards
An annual holiday tradition in my family is to make our own (hopefully) creative Christmas cards. Here’s the last 12 years of our work that I hope will inspire you to produce your own creative Christmas cards. Enjoy!
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