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Welcome to the 95th issue of PhotoFlash
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At BetterPhoto, we continue marking a very exciting - and very memorable - month. Fifteen years ago, in March 1996, President and Founder Jim Miotke published his Top Ten Photography Tips on the Web. That was the launch of what is now the premier educational Web site on photography!
As part of the monthlong celebration of BetterPhoto's 15th anniversary, we are rolling out some new courses, including Doug Steakley's excellent 4-week class: Creative Use of Shutter Speed
In this edition of PhotoFlash, don't miss the work of two top BetterPhoto pros: Peter Burian's Featured Article ("Is a 50mm f/1.4 Lens Better Than a 50mm f/1.8?") and Jim Zuckerman's Featured Blog ("Outdoor Portraits with Black Velvet"). Check out the Photo Discussions, too, including Peter's tips on panning.
That's it for now. Have fun with your photography!
Kerry Drager
Newsletter Editor
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To read the online version of PhotoFlash at our Web site, visit http://www.betterphoto.com/photoflashes/
Have a great month!
Jim Miotke
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In This Issue: Wednesday, March 09, 2011
 Among Tulips f20, 1/15 sec., Nikkor 105mm Micro VR, Suffern, NY. © Barbara Socor Nikon D90 Digital ... |
Featured Article: Is a 50mm f/1.4 Lens Better Than a 50mm f/1.8?
In his new BetterPhoto article, pro instructor Peter K. Burian has "deciphered" the 50mm f/1.4 Vs. 50mm f/1.8 question in a great way ... and it may even save you some money. :)
Read more...
Featured Blog: Outdoor Portraits with Black Velvet
| BetterPhoto instructor Jim Zuckerman shares the technique of using black as a very striking background for outdoor portraits. Learn more... |
March Courses Start Today - Enroll Now to Join the Fun!
| Get pro feedback on your photos! Our next online school session is just getting under way with an inspiring lineup of both 4-week courses and 8-week classes. Learn more... |
Get Your Photographer Certification from BetterPhoto!
| Receive credit and credentials from the worldwide leader in online photography education! Learn more... |
New Photo Discussions
New Photo Discussion 1: Floral Swirl
- Michelle Alton See Michelle's Basic BetterPholio™ Response 1: The technique came from Tony Sweet. Several Nikon cameras have the feature of multiple exposures in camera. It's more complicated to do it with other cameras because of exposure adjustments and the need to put the images together in software. With a Nikon, you set the number of multiples from 2 to 10 and apply "auto gain" so the camera makes the exposure adjustments, (another Nikon feature). I took this on a tripod with a 200mm macro lens that has a collar. After each shot was taken I turned the camera ever so slightly using the loosened collar. After 10 shots or whatever number you choose, the camera automatically combines them. This was taken at home with natural window light and a colorful group of flowers in a vase. I focused on one flower and used a wide aperture. It’s a great technique for flower gardens and also fun with a zoom lens where you can turn the camera and zoom at the same time. Thanks for asking, Michelle, and I’m glad you like the colors! | |
New Photo Discussion 2: Long Shutter Speed/Panning
I like this pic a lot and tried to take a picture of my nephew riding a scooter. I set the camera to TV and 1/2000 for shutter speed, F-4.5, but the background can't be that blurry. Is that because my nephew didn't ride the scooter fast enough? Thanks for your reply and advice Mai Set the lowest ISO and the longest shutter speed such as 1/30 sec. until you get blinking numerals in the viewfinder. If it blinks, the shutter speed you set is too long. On a sunny day, the camera may not be able to provide a good exposure at such a long shutter speed. If the numerals do not blink, the shutter speed you set will not be a problem. On a cloudy day, you should be able to use a 1/30 sec. shutter speed for sure. Peter P.S.: Oh... and you need to pan the camera. In other words, as the subject moves across your line of vision, move the camera at the same speed as he is moving. That can take many attempts to get a photo that is just right as you learn to move the camera at exactly the same speed as the subject's motion. | |
The Next Step: Where to Go From Here
