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Mon, 27 Jul 2009 23:28:49 +0000

Why I won't be upgrading my camera anytime soon

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 13:27:17 +0000

This all started with a phone call from the local camera shop to tell me that they now have the new Canon 5Dmk11 in stock and would I be interested in having a look. "Yeah", I said, "I'll have a look at it but I won't be buying one anytime soon." "Oh" was the reply, "Why not?"

Buying a new camera (part 2)

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:46:43 +0000

A follow on from my previous posting about what to look for when buying a new camera.

Now we look at actually making the purchase. Let's assume that you have found a few cameras that you are interested in, or have found the one that is just right for you.
Now you just want to get it at the best price you can.

Buying a new camera

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 16:39:04 +0000

Whether you are looking for a Christmas present for someone or just fancy a new camera yourself you'll no doubt notice that there are hundreds of different ones to choose from. Thanks to digital cameras making photography more accessible, it's estimated that there will be in excess of 500,000 new cameras bought over the Christmas period, and the manufacturers are not making it any easier to choose one. From the cheapest models to the ones used by pros, the choices and features are massive and can be confusing. So how do you choose a model?

Back at last

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 09:58:47 +0000

At long last I'm back post. It was March the last time I posted anything (although not all of the delay has been my own fault) so I'm now going to try to get back into the habit. What's happened in all that time. Well I've spent some time in hospital having surgery on my knee which has totally curtailed any photographic activity, and will continue to do so until early next year unfortunately. However, during that time I've redesigned my own personal website, David Brennan Photography and we've made lots of changes over at Enjoying Photography too. While my own site is still work in progress, please feel free to click the link and have a look and then let me know what you think.

I thought I start my return by using the new blog feature that I'd been waiting ages for, and show you all a photo. It's not one of mine, but the image which won the Photo of the Week award on Enjoying Photography this weekend.

The image was uploaded by one of our members called Tina and the reason I decided to show it here is not because it won (which it did), or because it's good (which it is) and not because it's got loads of aahh factor (which it has), but more to prove a point. That point is that you don't need to have a fantastic, top of the range camera to create winning photos. Tina took this photo of her two dogs with her mobile phone and goes to show that it's not the camera which is the most important element in taking a good photograph. It's the eye of the photographer. If you give a cheap or low spec camera to someone who has a good eye, they will produce good results as Tina has constantly proved during her time on Enjoying Photography.

Never Leave Home Without One

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 16:30:12 +0000

If you have even the slightest interest in photography you should always carry a camera around with you, no matter where you are. Most mobiles nowadays have decent cameras in them so there is no excuse but should you need more convincing there are 5 reasons below that will hopefully change your mind.

Stay Steady

Sat, 02 Feb 2008 10:48:37 +0000

To ensure your pictures are always pin-sharp it is vital to keep the camera steady while the image is recorded. It sounds like common sense but most people can't be bothered to carry a tripod along when they venture out with their camera. It's for that exact reason that they usually return with just snapshots!

Simple Tips to Improve Digital Photos

Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:24:42 +0000

Just look around and you will see how the popularity of digital photography is growing. I heard recently that there are over 12 million digital cameras in the UK!

It seems that everyone has some form of camera to hand, whether itâ€™s a full blown SLR, a pocket size compact, or one on their mobile phone.

It is also no surprise to hear the cursing and complaints about them (usually coming from the cameraâ€™s operator).

How did I miss the shot? Why doesnâ€™t my flash work? How can the batteries be flat?

A few tips to improve your photography

Mon, 31 Dec 2007 23:45:18 +0000

I thought this time Iâ€™d post a brief article on how to improve yourself as a photographer, nothing technical mind you, just general stuff. Hope you find it useful.

Un-photogenic Britain?

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 17:42:22 +0000

According to some recent research done by Canon, the vast majority of Brits believe they’re un-photogenic.

Over half of us (52%) are insecure about our stomachs, and hold them in whenever a camera appears, while a third of us take action to hide double chins being seen in photos.

Canon or Nikon?

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 06:32:45 +0000

Itâ€™s one of the first things I get asked quite a bit when people find out Iâ€™m interested in photography. What type of camera do you use?

My answer is usually something like â€œWhy, does it make a difference?â€? Let me explain.

HOW DO YOU START A BLOG?

Mon, 03 Dec 2007 15:59:50 +0000

Well the title is probably about right. How do you start a blog?

It’s something I’ve asked loads of people and not one single answer was the same, so a month after I was invited to do this, I’m still none the wiser, so I think I’ll just type away and see what comes together.