The Best 3 Photo RAW Converters of 2013
While most casual photographers still shoot in JPEG, there’s no denying that RAW gives unparalleled control. And what’s really exciting is that with each new generation of software, the processing becomes even more powerful, allowing one to revisit old photos and get even more “punch” out of them. In this article I’ll review the best new RAW processors: Adobe Lightroom 4, DXO 8 and Capture One Pro 7
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NIKON L810 Red 16MP Digital Camera: On the road to becoming a Pro
The Nikon L810 RED digital camera is an affordable bridge camera that is perfect for the casual user. Its wide range of specs at the relatively low price makes it great value for money that will provide great looking photos. Bridge style digital cameras bridge the gap between easy to use Point and Shoot cameras and the more professional DSLR.
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Arcsoft PhotoStudio 6 Review
Let’s face it – not everyone can be a Photoshop guru. Not everyone even needs Photoshop to post pictures on Facebook or eBay. Fortunately there are many alternatives – graphics programs to edit your images and make common adjustments without breaking the bank. Today I’ll be reviewing Arcsoft PhotoStudio 6.
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Canon 60D: A Balance Between the T2i and the 5D Mark III
The recent evolution in DSLRs available from Canon and Nikon has become more lens-stockpile-compatibility driven than notable product difference. Canon enthusiast searching for camera deals are finding the 60D is an excellent balance between the affordable T2i and the technologically advanced 5D Mark III. T2i: Too Basic When the Canon Digital Rebel was introduced in [...]
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A review of Photoshop Touch for the iPad
The way the iPad is growing in its functionality, popularity and usability, it was about time that it provided a way to edit and work with photographs too.
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Photography on the iPad
A slew of photography and film apps have been developed for Apple’s iPad. Appealing to professional and amateur photographers alike, many photography apps have been developed for the iPad. The iPad’s large touchscreen and high resolution is extremely conducive to photo viewing and photo editing.
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What Tablet to buy – iPad, Kindle Fire, Galaxy Tab or Playbook
Last year I wrote “How to choose your first dSLR – a complete buyer’s guide”, which was so successful that I have to constantly keep it up-to-date and respond to new questions. Just in time for the 2011 holiday season, I’ll be helping you choose a tablet for you or as a gift for someone else.
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Showing thumbnails for all image types in Windows Explorer
On OS X, the system decodes all major image types. On Windows however, only a few formats are recognized, which becomes frustrating for designers and photographers alike. Fortunately, there is a solution.
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RAW Processors – an extensive review of Aperture, Bibble, Capture One, DxO and Lightroom
RAW processors are getting better with each generation, enabling photographers to produce and manage images of unparalleled quality. The competition is very fierce, with prices ranging from free to over $400, from quick apps aimed at casual users to professional tools. Following up on my previous articles, I am comparing the top 5 RAW converters to see which one is better for you.
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RAW deathmatch – Lightroom 3 vs DXO 6 vs Capture One 5 vs Bibble 5
With new releases in RAW processing software, I decided to take a look at the newest professional programs and see how they measure up in terms of image quality, features, UI and speed. The results will surprise you.
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