Hama Star 62

For a simple, inexpensive tripod look no further than the Hama Star 62.

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TIPA Camera Test Online: Sigma DP2x

TIPA, 17 August 2011 10:00

The Sigma DP2x is the successor to the DP2s and is based on the same Foveon X3 sensor. It uses a new image processing unit for higher speed (startup time, shutter delay etc.). Its special sensor records images with 4.7 MP but detects RGB information for every single pixel, and Sigma indicates the DP2x as a 14 MP camera. Comments on ...

Equivalent Focal Length

Anonymous, 03 April 2008 10:02

The term Equivalent Focal Length is used when comparing the effective focal range of lenses designed for use on DSLR cameras with an APS sized sensor to lenses designed to work on cameras with a full frame sensor. The cropping factor that occurs with the APS sized sensor changes the focal length that the optics of a lens is able ...

Sony Alpha 380 Video

Anonymous, 20 August 2009 14:24

Our three experts take a closer look at the new Sony Alpha 380 DSLR. Watch and find out their honest opinions and why they do or don't get on with this particular camera. Does it live up to previous offerings and can it compete with the cameras available from Olympus, Nikon and Canon, the E-620, D5000 and 500D respectively. The best photoshop ...

Flash Bracket

hoary-tops, 12 May 2009 21:42

Ever since I bought a Flashgun for my DSLR, I have wanted a bracket to mount it in a better position than the one provided on the camera. When on-camera flash was needed, using the flash in the hot-shoe was reasonable for most horizontal shots, but when it was used for upright shots, the huge shadow that appeared at the ...