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[Pics] The Best Fstoppers Facebook Group Photos of January

Jaron — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 01:12:36 +0000

It's that time again! Time to feature the best photos uploaded to the Fstoppers Facebook Group through the month of January. I truly believe that if you're looking for some inspiration to pull you out of your latest photo rut, the Fstoppers Facebook Group is a great resource.So here they are Fstoppers, check out the Best of January 2012.

[Deal] Get A Canon T2i Camera And Pro9000 Printer For Only $399

Lee — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:00:06 +0000

This is the best deal I have seen in a long time. You can currently get a Canon T2i for $399 after you use the code "S1234567" at Adorama. You can also buy a Canon Pro9000 printer and because you bought it with the camera, you are eligible for a $400 rebate which makes the printer totally free. If you need a camera, printer, or what to make some money reselling this gear, you can't beat a price like that.

[Video] Shooting Landscape Photography At Garden Of The Gods

Mike Wilkinson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:31:49 +0000

Photographer Lewis Carlyle at Sun Gallery Photography has been exploring some amazing landscapes and sharing their beauty in his series American Photographic. This video explores Garden of the Gods in Colorado, including info on the challenges of shooting there, as well as a history lesson. What landscape destinations are on your list to visit?

[Tools] How Fast Does Your Webpage Load?

Jerrit Pruyn — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:26:13 +0000

How important is your webpage load time to you? This morning while troubleshooting my webpage, I stumbled across this amazing tool. Instead of emailing all your friends to test your page, simply type your address on www.pingdom.com and see the results. It will show in detail what elements and code slowed down your page. Good for troubleshooting load time issues.

[Gear] Before the Pro Stuff, A Few Last Words for the Little Guys

Adam — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:00:01 +0000

We're all waiting for the Nikon D800 and Canon 5D Mark III -- no question. It's around the corner, but this week, if you're looking for a new point-and-shoot or mirrorless camera, we have plenty of those: the last few manufacturers are 'catching up' on the mirrorless front. So here's an overview of what happened this week, and cross your fingers for February 7th!

[FS Spotlight] Surfing Photography: Chris Burkard On Protecting Your Gear, Catching the Moment, and Drunk Boat Captains

Reese Moore — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:49:41 +0000

Chris Burkard spends his days traveling to some of the planet’s most magnificent beaches, where he navigates all sorts of technical complications in search of the perfect surfing shot. Despite obstacles such as drunk Chilean boat captains, salt water corrosion, and even being thrown in a Russian prison, Burkard continually manages to capture the moment, the beauty of the landscape, and create timeless photographs. The Surfer magazine staff photographer has traveled the globe, won the Red Bull illume photo competition, and released photo book The California Surf Project... and he’s only 25 years old. Fstoppers catches up with the globe-trotting youngster to ask about his gear, craziest stories, and the technical aspects of shooting in the water. Hear Chris talk about his work in the video below, and then read the full FS Spotlight interview.

[Humor] Laugh At Yourself: Sh*t Photographers Say

Patrick — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:03:40 +0000

Have you ever noticed when you are hanging out with another photographer, your non photography friends absolutely hate you? This video had me laughing a few times because like it or not we all sound like this from time to time. After you watch this, leave your favorite photographer cliche in the comments.

The Best Fstoppers’ Posts From January 2012

Kenn — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:11:45 +0000

Your "Likes", "Tweets", comments and clicks all help us know which are our best posts of the month. And because we don't want anyone to miss any of Fstoppers' goodness we put "The Best of" in a monthly newsletter for you. So, if you missed anything this January check out the top posts of the month and sign up for our newsletter here.

[Editorial] What Happens to Your Online Photos When You Die?

Jaron — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:00:55 +0000

Social media is relatively new, so it's no wonder there are still kinks to work out. In light of Facebook's impending IPO, maybe we should look how major social sharing sites handle your information after death. With the lack of rules or legislation, you have to ask: "Where do my photos go when I die?" Full Article.

[Leak] Could This Be The First Leaked File Off The Nikon D800 DSLR?

Patrick — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:52:34 +0000

The rumor mills are buzzing that Nikon's newest DSLR, the "D800", is going to be announced on the Eve of Feb 7th. There is still speculation about what the final file size will be but according to Nikon Rumors this could be the first leaked image off the camera. [read more]