BetterPhoto Q&A: Digital Photographic Discussions - Imaging Basics

Looking for digital photographic discussions? Or maybe you're just looking to learn some digital imaging basics.

Log in to participate | All New Questions | All New Responses
Digital Photography | Online Photography Courses | Deluxe BetterPholio™ Websites | Photo Contest | Careers and Making Money | Problems with Images | Problems with Equipment | Buying Digital Equipment | Film Photography | Buying Film-Based Equipment | Further Resources

  11033 Questions
Replies
Last Activity
 
  SHOOTING BASKETBALL ACTION
I HAVE THE CANON D10 WITH THE SIGMA 70-200 2.8 HS LENS AND THE 550EX SPEEDLITE.WHAT I WANT TO KNOW, WHAT IS THE BEST SETTINGS TO USE. I USED THE SPORTS MODE, BUT IT SEEMED THAT THE ACTION WAS HOT,B...
2
March 02, 2004
 
  copy from hardrive to cd rom
I can't download digital images from my hardrive to a cd-rom. We have even downloaded roxio software that is supposed to enable me to do this. We get a "can't read" message. Is it possib...
3
March 02, 2004
 
  HOW TO GET A WIDE PROJECTOR LENSE
WANT TO HAVE INFORMATIONS ABOUT A LENSE THAT WILL MAKE MY PROJECTOR TO BEAM 180 DEGREES ON THE INSIDE OF A DOME , SAME AS THOSE USED IN ASTRONOMICAL OR " STARS " PROJECTIONS IN THE SCINECE MUSIUME...
3
September 17, 2005
 
  Canon EOS 10D Hockey Photos
HiI just purchased the Canon EOS 10D. I need to get some good shots at a hockey game, this is the 1st time I have used an SLR. I was wondering if anyone can help with what settings to go with? The...
6
March 13, 2004
 
  Can you use a 512 mb CF card in a Nikon Coolpix...
4300? I am new to digital photography and just got my camera. I figured bigger memory card is better...but noticed in my guide book, it doesn't list this size card. Any reason I shouldn'...
2
September 04, 2005
 
  Lighting and Group pictures?
This is my first post here and I know that I will be needing advice... This weekend I will be photographing a family event, formal. The hall that this event will take place has high ceiling (40 fee...
2
September 12, 2005
 
  Differences Between Nikon DSLR's
I was wondering if anyone could explain to me the differences between the D1H, D1X, D2H, and D100? I understand that they have different specs, but I have heard that each one is specifically geare...
10
December 13, 2004
 
  Books
I am full of questions. Can someone recommend any books, websites, etc.. that gives techniques on shooting creative images, and illustrates how to....
5
September 17, 2005
 
  Picture effects
I am trying to learn how to make the subject stand out, and blur the backgroud. Can someone give me some advice on how to make that happen.Also, can someone recommend some good lenses for wedding ...
2
February 26, 2004
 
  Picture effects
I am trying to learn how to make the subject stand out, and blur the backgroud. Can someone give me some advice on how to make that happen.Also, can someone recommend some good lenses for wedding ...
1
February 26, 2004
 
  Digital equipment for black & white photography
I'm soon to invest in a digital camera and printer - thinking of the new D70 or the Fuji S2 and the Epson 2100 printer. However, I shoot nearly always in black and white and I wondered if anyon...
3
February 26, 2004
 
  New photographer
I read the answer the the question about aperture and shutter speed, and I need to know if that information will also to apply to digital photography? I just purchased a digital rebel....
8
February 26, 2004
 
  collage pictures
I have a question about these beautiful collage pictures I see here on betterphoto. Can you make these with Photoshop or do you other software for this. Can anyone help me on this one?Thanks!...
1
September 12, 2005
 
  Which Lighting is better to buy?
I would like to invest in a studio set up to use in my basement. I am confused about which kind of lights to buy. I thought I would get continuous lights, but now I'm thinking stobe lights. ...
2
February 26, 2004
 
  model light dim, strobe bright....????
I have 2 Britek PS-200 strobes with 40" white umbrella's. When I shoot, I am not getting much light off the umbrella's with the strobes model lights, but when I shoot, the strobes provide e...
6
February 27, 2004
 
  portrait photography and a large client
Please help... I am starting out with fashion portrait photography and am wondering if anyone has any tips on photographing the larger lady. The make -up side is no problem but I feel the lighting ...
6
March 01, 2004
 
  Photoshop Elements 2.0 vs. MS Digital Image Pro 7
Has anyone had experiance with both Photoshop Elements 2.0 and Microsoft Digital Image Pro 7.0?I just recieved both for my birthday, and don't know if it is worth installing both. I used to wor...
1
September 04, 2005
 
  Filter for Panning?
Hi!...im very new in digital photography and im only learning through reading and exploring this site. . .i like panning technique very much but I can do it only on night time. every time I try it ...
2
September 16, 2005
 
  Which camera is good for sports
Hi i'm still a little confused can anybody please tell me which camera is good for sports. Boxing, Baseball, Football, Hockey, and so on. Some people where saying the nikon 5700.Other's are...
2
February 04, 2005
 
  Which camera is good for sports
Hi i'm still a little confused can anybody please tell me which camera is good for sports. Boxing, Baseball, Football, Hockey, and so on. Some people where saying the nikon 5700.Other's are...
5
September 04, 2005