tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-370525392024-09-01T08:58:46.938-05:00Digital SLR CamerasThis blog focuses on Digital SLR Cameras. It will feature tips, reviews, and examples of photography. Post processing and printing of digital images will also be covered.Mike in WNYhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06747679579672341283noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37052539.post-54880848568744647462006-11-06T20:24:00.000-05:002006-11-08T19:47:37.616-05:00Cool Digital Effects for your Photos with Free SoftwareAnyone reading this blog knows that I am very much into digital photography. I like to use editing software such as Photoshop and Photomatix to refine pictures. Sometimes I use some strong processes to achieve a different look. The variety of things you can do to a photo is endless. Sometimes it takes just a bit of adjustment in contrast, sharpness, hue or saturation to make a good photo Mike in WNYhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06747679579672341283noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37052539.post-27117572869912803952006-11-05T19:50:00.000-05:002006-11-05T20:07:57.713-05:00Buying a Digital SLR CameraThe first question after you've decided to take the plunge into a Digital SLR is, which one should I buy? There are many models out there. Prices can also vary quite a bit. My personal opinion is that if you stick with Olympus, Canon or Nikon, you will get a quality camera.You'll have to figure out your price range and what features you want. The layout of the controls and the feel of the Mike in WNYhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06747679579672341283noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37052539.post-1162539733719538792006-11-03T02:36:00.000-05:002006-11-04T14:34:14.905-05:00Digital SLR Quality Photos Enable Many Digital Processing OptionsNow that I've been experimenting with digital photography, I am finding it quite amazing. There is a lot of software available to use while processing your digital images. That is another future topic of discussion.Right now I am going to give an example of what can be done with software using a shot of the Richardson Towers. All of the photos below are from the same original digital image shotMike in WNYhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06747679579672341283noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37052539.post-1162539224631365512006-11-03T02:22:00.000-05:002006-11-04T14:34:14.832-05:00Below are a few examples of what you can do with a Digital SLRBefore I start getting into features of digital slr's and technical talk, I thought it would be good to show some actual photos I've taken with my camera. As you see, the results can be quite striking. More to come soon!Mike in WNYhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06747679579672341283noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37052539.post-1162537838512941362006-11-03T02:00:00.000-05:002006-11-04T14:34:14.754-05:00Why Buy A Digital SLR?About a year and half ago I started exploring the world of digital photography. I started out with a "point & shoot" 3.2 megapixel camera but soon wanted more control and flexibility over my shots. That led me to to investigate the digital slr cameras available. For newbies, a digital slr has the capability to use interchangeable lenses.Last April I took the plunge and bought my first digitalMike in WNYhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06747679579672341283noreply@blogger.com2