This is a very quick tip on how to change aperture on Nikon D80 and D90 DSLR cameras. (more…)
How to Change Aperture on Nikon D40, D40x and D60
This is a very quick tip on how to change aperture on Nikon D40, Nikon D40x and D60 DSLR cameras. (more…)
How to Add Frames to Photos in Photoshop
I have been experimenting with frames in Photoshop lately and decided to post a quick tutorial or howto on adding frames to your photos very quickly. Although there are many ways to frame images, this method works for me and is very simple and straightforward. Here is how I create...
How to Photograph Textures
Texture Photography can sometimes be challenging, since composition, light and depth work differently than in, for example, landscape photography. In texture photography, it's all about patterns, colors and depth, and every single detail of a texture plays a significant role in the overall perception of the photograph. The combination of...
Nikon RAW (NEF) Codec for 64 bit Vista or Windows 7
If you are running a 64 bit version of Windows Vista or Windows 7, you cannot use Nikon's NEF codec, because it is only compatible with 32 bit operating systems. It is unfortunate that Nikon has not yet released a 64 bit version yet and it seems like it will...
How to Take Good Pictures
A common question I get from my friends and blog readers that just got into photography is "How can I take good pictures with what I have, without spending too much money on new cameras and lenses?". Ever since DSLRs and mirrorless have become more affordable and people started buying...
What is a DSLR (Digital SLR) Camera?
DSLR stands for "Digital Single Lens Reflex". It is a type of camera that uses a mirror to reflect light through a lens to an optical viewfinder. When the shutter is pressed, the mirror moves out of the way, and the reflected light hits the image sensor to take a...
Hawk Eating a Mouse
While driving with my kids to a local park for birding, I saw this hawk flying around very low. I was slowly making a turn and continued watching the bird to see what happens next. All of a sudden, the hawk dove into the ground and I knew he was...
How to Photograph Birds
Bird photography, especially wild bird photography can be quite challenging. There are many articles on the Internet that cover everything from “bird photography tips” to “the art of bird photography”, but I found that many of them are not detailed enough for the beginning photographer who just wants to go...
Nikon D300 vs D90 High ISO Noise Comparison
Let's take a look at high ISO noise comparisons in a low-light environment between Nikon D300 and D90. I ran two quick tests - one with an external flash and one without. Both tests are performed on a sturdy tripod, with timed exposure to prevent camera vibrations. Both Nikon D300...