nicholasmitchell

Nicholas is a staff writer at Photodoto. His interests include photography, collecting cameras old and new, video editing, and all things 3d. If a new gadget comes out on the market, he's sure to be the first to try it. He enjoys experimenting with low light photography, very long exposures and high speed filming.

What is the Highest ISO Camera? High ISO Explained and Cameras Compared

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Digital cameras with higher and higher ISO ranges are appearing on the market these days.  Some have ISO numbers that seem out of this world. These are best suited for specific conditions and types of photography.  Should you go for the absolute highest ISO camera or are there other aspects to consider?

high iso camera taking photo

In this article I will share my experiences with high ISO cameras, explain the different types of ISO and how it all relates, and suggest the best high ISO cameras for various budgets.

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Megapixels, Sensor Size or Lens: What Matters Most?

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It’s hard to compare apples to apples when you want to buy a camera. Product descriptions throw all these numbers at you, such as the number of megapixels and the sensor size, but you may not understand how each affects image quality. Plus, for interchangeable lens cameras, many people will tell you the lens is more important than the camera body.

Camera pointing at you

It’s easy to get confused if you don’t understand how these factors are related. So, let’s talk about it. What matters most for image quality? The number of megapixels, the sensor size, or the lens you’re using?

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Want A Camera Lens Without Distortion? Check This Out

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Do you want a camera lens without distortion? If you are like me, unwanted distortions in your photos really bother you.  But what causes lens distortions and how can you prevent them?  Is there anything you can do with your existing equipment or do you need to go out and buy new?

different camera lenses

Let me explain distortions and answer all these questions in this guide.

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This Is Why Camera Lenses Are Expensive

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As someone interested in photography and looking at equipment did you ever think “why are camera lenses so expensive?” Having used DSLRs for nearly 20 years, I can tell you that camera lenses being expensive is due to several factors.

Carl Zeiss lens

Let me explain this and also give you some tips on saving money on your next lens purchase.

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Camera Lens Specifications Explained: MM, VR, ED, HSM and the Rest

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Camera lens specifications might sound like another language for beginner photographers or those interested in their first purchase of a camera kit. Most of the time people simply don’t know their meanings which is what leads them to make a bad decision when buying a lens.

camera lens with labels

In this article I will define all the camera lens specifications you need to be familiar with so that you know to buy the correct lens and when to use which lens.

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How To Delete Duplicates in Lightroom

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If you are using Adobe Lightroom for editing your photos, then you might have come across the problem of duplicate images. Let me explain the right method for deleting duplicate images in Lightroom.

lightroom on laptop

These duplicate images will waste unnecessary space on your hard drive and they will also make your Lightroom editing process cumbersome. So, you must delete these images permanently. It will help to improve the performance of your computer as well.

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Can Camera Lenses Go Bad? Camera Lens Shelf Life Explained

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Can a camera lens go bad over a period of time? What is the life of a camera lens? These are the questions that linger in your mind if you have multiple lenses in your kit.

older camera lens

If you are on a budget, you might be looking at buying used camera lenses.  In this case you also need to know what you are getting yourself into.

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This Is When To Use A Camera Lens Hood

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Would you prefer to see your subject’s face or have a sun flare where her head should be? No? Well, then that’s just one good reason why you should be shooting with a lens hood.  However, many beginning photographers wonder what on earth the lens hood actually does? Is it just there to make your camera look more professional?

lens with hood

Of course not! Every piece of photography equipment has a purpose.

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How to Create Professional Photo Layouts If You Aren’t a Designer

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One of the most exciting things about the modern world is the high accessibility of professional tools for regular people. It provides us with a great chance to enjoy thousands of totally diverse pieces of art throughout the Web and beyond it.

photo collage

Now you can find hundreds of online offers to create impressive collages, apply beautiful filters, or add text to photos free of charge.

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A Guide to Blurring Backgrounds and Best Lenses to Use

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Have you ever wondered just how to create that perfectly blurred background in your photos? You know like the professional shots that have the subject of the image in super sharp focus, but everything else is a blur like you forgot to put your glasses on?

camera lens on a blurred lights background

While these kinds of photos may look difficult to create there’s actually only a few things that you need to master in order to create your own blurred background images.

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