Prosumer Camera: Pros and Cons

When you read the digital camera reviews you will find articles about the power of Digital SLR cameras that have the ability to produce a very good picture, but Digital SLR camera prices are more expensive than point-to-shoot cameras (compact cameras). But make no mistake; some manufacturers are now also launched digital camera in small size with a high quality picture. You can choose excellent point-to-shoot digital camera from Nikon, Leica, Sony, Canon, Olympus, Fujifilm, Pentax or Samsung from South Korea.

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You do not need to be confused because you can choose a Prosumer camera. Prosumer camera is a bridge between compact cameras with Digital SLR cameras. About the term Prosumer cameras there are also those that define the Prosumer camera is a combination / cross between a DSLR cameras (often referred to as the camera "PRO / professional") with a pocket camera (the camera is often called "consumer").

 The size and form of the Prosumer camera is smaller than a Digital SLR camera. Prosumer camera is light and equipped with a super zoom lens. You can buy Prosumer camera at affordable price. It’s cheaper than entry level Digital SLR camera. So, what are the advantages and disadvantages of this Prosumer camera?

The technology is so advanced because Prosumer cameras producers have made a practical camera that can be relied upon for everyday photography such as landscape photo, portrait, and other daily life activities.  Even the ability to record video Prosumer cameras even more enhanced, with the ability to record High Definition and using MPEG-4 AVC compression efficiency. Many Prosumer cameras today that has been equipped with an external flash holder, so the limitations Prosumer in poorly lit areas can be overcome by installing a powerful external flash, and you can bouncing it up down or left and right.

About the fact that fixed lens Prosumer / fix, if addressed wisely because we do not need to buy a lot of lenses, preventing mutually lenses impractical and risky entry of dust into the sensor. Problem constraints of noise can be pursued with a little extra work is photographed wearing a RAW file and then do if the digital computer with image processing software. The Price of Prosumer cameras is cheaper than Digital SLR camera. If the technology and features of this camera is developed, then the Prosumer cameras still have hope for a place in the photographers, both beginners to professionals though.

 What is the deficiency Prosumer camera?

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 What kind of compromise must be received by someone who bought a Prosumer camera? This type of camera has a price quite expensive, but still cheaper than a DSLR camera. So do not expect that the camera will have a performance like Prosumer DSLR. So the compromise that must be received at least four things:

 The first: avoid the use of high ISO, which means playing it safe at the base ISO up to a maximum of ISO 400. Do not you be too pushy Prosumer cameras for use in ISO too high?

Secondly: you should not expect too much to photography with a narrow DOF, like portraits or still life. Use portrait and macro features available on this camera.

Third: you should avoid photography that requires fast-paced camera, including shutter, auto focus to the fast continuous shooting.

Fourth: Prosumer users must rely on the existing lens, although the available accessories add-on/conversion lens.

If you do not want to bother with a DSLR camera and all the lenses, why not try a Prosumer camera?  You can find a Prosumer camera with a super zoom capability. Discover the best Prosumer camera review now before you decide to buy a new one.  If you are going on vacation in the near future, the Prosumer camera is the right choice.

Photo competition to sharpen the talent of photography

What are the requirements a photograph is considered as a good work? A photographer once was saying that there are no specific rules for determining the work of a great photo. If there is a photo contest, then so many photos are assessed by the jury. Every juror has a different taste and judgment. Assessment based on the theme of the photo competition, technical, artistic value, and other aspects of the purpose for the contest.

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 Well-known camera manufacturers Canon and Nikon are organized his photo competition in international, regional and local in a country. Feel free to participate. Consider every the competition as a means to practice and find a friend whose hobby is the same.

 Photo contests are often held by a particular institution to sponsor a particular camera brand, so competitors must use a camera which is determined by the sponsor. When the winner's name was announced, then you will see who the photographer who succeeded in becoming champion. Then you will find out what series of camera used by the winners. Not always a picture of the champion is because the photographer has used the series of the most expensive cameras. Perhaps you also will not agree with the selection of the jury, but the jury has been trying very hard to select multiple photos as the winner from the hundreds or thousands of photos that go into the center of the competition.

A photo contest would have been more exciting if the participants are free to use any brand of camera. Thus can be sure that the winner is not determined from the photo what brand of camera used to take pictures. If a serious photographer, even if you do not have a camera of a famous brand, you have a high chance to win a photo contest.

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You should become familiar with using your camera for a variety of activities, so if there is a photo contest, try to register as a participant. Do not think will win or lose. Winning or losing is not important. But you have to be serious in the contest. Remember, not all participants are photographer experienced, even among those there who just bought a new camera.

 Perhaps Sony and Olympus and other digital camera manufacturers such as Panasonic, Pentax and Samsung also will host a photo contest in the near future. If the manufacturer other than Canon and Nikon cameras often hold a photo contest in a variety of themes, the camera users than both brands will get the chance to show their talents. Let us find information on the Internet, hopefully there is a photo contest of the camera factory, photography magazine, airlines, local governments, state ministries, and so on.

 You can get information on the photo contest photography magazines, newspapers, digital camera stores and on various websites on the Internet. Let us be a participant photo competition, and then we will be more skilled as a photographer.

Fujifilm XE-1, a unique blend of past and future

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Would you like to nostalgic on the memories of the past?Perhaps you've seen the past products such as motor vehicles, games console or other equipment. If you are a serious photographer or just use the camera for family events and holidays, then you can feel the atmosphere of old-fashioned in a modern digital camera. The combination of old-fashioned design with the content, tools and modern technology of a camera is often referred to as a retro camera. Apparently the camera maker Fujifilm digital cameras also produce retro. 

Lately camera manufacturer like Olympus, Pentax and other factories have made the youth of the past will be surprised to see there was an ancient camera produced back in this all-digital era. Now I would like to introduce an old camera making repeated again, but in the artificial Fuji Film camera is equipped advanced equipment and technology.

You may be amazed with the design concept "retro vintage" made in Japan. Fujifilm Camera XE-1 looks quaint from the outside, the camera has been packed with sensor 16.3 megapixels APS-C and PRO EXR processor to produce hith quality photos and Full HD 1080p video. Are you embarrassed when carrying this camera while on vacation in Bali or when present at the reunion with your college friends? Let them see you as a human weird, but they will be surprised at the sight of cameras Fujifilm XE-1's. Remember to show off captured from this camera. Make sure you read the manual well, so  the resulting image can be as good and beautiful as professional Digital SLR camera.

If you are happy to follow the development of the camera world, you may immediately recognize if the camera design is somewhat similar to the Fujifilm X-Pro 1. And it's true. XE-1 is the "reincarnation" of the X-Pro 1 but has a little more design. Fujifilm X-Pro 1 uses a hybrid viewfinder (synergy of optical and electronic systems). Camera Fujifilm X-E1 comes only with OLED tech electronic viewfinder. Viewfinder or electronic viewfinder OLED X-E1 has a population density of 2.36 million points - the highest for today's electronic viewfinder.

Camera Fujifilm X-E1 has now been equipped with an internal flash. However, it remains available hot shoe if you want to use additional flash. Some other features that can be found on the Fujifilm X-E1 include In-camera RAW Converter, Panoramic mode and creative mode of Film Simulation effects are available in a choice of Velvia, Astia, Provia, Monochrome, Sepia, and other creative programs.


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At the launch of this retro camera, Fujifilm has also released two new lenses: Fujinon zoom lens 18-55mm f/2.8-4 and 14mm f/2.8 prime lens. If you want to change the lens, the camera can also use the Fuji production lenses Fujinon XF 14mm (21mm) F2.8 and Fujinon XF 18mm-55mm (27-84mm) F 2.8-4. Hopefully in the future Fuji will produce a telephoto zoom lens that reaches even further. Is Fuji also has plans to make a macro lens for my camera's X-E1? This camera is likely to be launched in November 2012. 

Before you decide to buy a Fuji camera, let's look at the specifications:

This camera uses a sensor: CMOS 16.3 MP APS-C X-Trans while drawing Processor: Fujifilm EXR Pro. For surely the lens using the lens: Fujifilm X-Mount. Viewfinder: Electronic peep hole 2:36 million dot OLED Organic, Screen: 2.8-inch LCD (460 thousand points), Flash: Internal flash and hot Shoe. The sensitivity of this camera: ISO 100 - ISO 25 600 and is equipped with advanced features: In-camera RAW converter, Film simulation modes (Velvia, ASTIA, PROVIA, Monochrome, Sepia, and PRO & PRO Neg. Std Neg.Hi), ​​multiple exposure mode and panoramic shooting, Auto Bracketing. If you want to make a movie, you'll love that the video capabilities of this camera is the Full HD (1920 × 1080 pixels). You can view your videos on a television screen with the latest LCD TV, Plasma or LED TV. Definitely will appear fabulous on your TV screen.

You still have time to think to consider other retro camera like the Pentax K01, Olympus OM-D E-M5 or Ricoh GR DIGITAL IV. Hopefully you get the right camera suits your lifestyle and help your uniqueness as a photographer.

To Choose either Nikon or Canon

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As we know that Fans and fanatics camera users as well as the professional photographer to split into two groups that is a true fan of Canon and Nikon enthusiast. Though there are several makers of digital cameras has long been producing high-quality camera. You must already know the camera Olympus, Kodak, Fuji Camera, Leica, Sony, Pentax, Samsung and Panasonic are even more exciting world of photography on the planet.
  Although beginners are free to choose other than Canon and Nikon cameras, they still had doubts before taking a final decision. Are you also experiencing a similar situation? Me too, but I know what to do now. What about you?

Naturally you feel the situation, because the Canon and Nikon users can attest to the quality of the camera both of these manufacturers is very high quality. Photographic prints from both cameras is well known brand among the great photographer, photojournalist, advertising agencies, magazines, wedding photographers, and the enthusiastic amateur photographer.

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  Conversations about the greatness of the camera happened between Canon and Nikon cameras community affects millions of people around the world. This fact is still going on until now, despite all rational people would still, so they bought a camera brands such as Olympus, Pentax, Samsung and even new brands such as GE and BenQ. Of course you never find digital cameras such as Sigma and Spectra. Canon, since the 1960s has been planned to carry out their product diversification began producing 10-key electronic calculator first in the World in 1964.

 Since then, in addition to having a business based cameras and lenses, Canon started producing photocopy machines (copier machines in 1970 became the first paper in Japan), laser printer (in 1979), ink-jet printer (1985) and large-format ink-jet printer. Meanwhile, Nikon has a uniqueness that since the stand only focus on Precision Technology and Electronic Equipment associated with Lenses (Precision Technologies and Opto-electronic Technologies). That's why Nikon products are always based on the output of the lens (Camera, Binocular, Microscope, rangefinders equipment, eye glass lenses, etc.). Once you know this, whether it will affect your decision as well?

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Perhaps you will say, though the variety and types of Canon products so much, we do not need to doubt the quality of Canon cameras for each product division would lead manager or director with the support of designers, experts and employees are great in their respective fields. You will only benefit from the technology and design competition from Canon and Nikon.

When you buy a camera you will often get discount opportunities, either of these two great brands of this and other camera manufacturer.
You've heard that Nikon cameras are great when used to photograph landscapes and forensics activities by police or crime investigator. Canon arguably has the fantastic to shooting in the studio and sports activities. That one of the brand is said to be very excellent for shooting in low-light conditions. With advances in sensor and lens, then you should not hesitate to use a Nikon or Canon. The camera of other brands is also getting excited to compete with them.

Once again, we as consumers benefit most from the technology in the field of photography competition because we will be free to choose. You do not need to follow the followers of one of the mainstream, Canon or Nikon. Still, every product must have certain grandeur and lacking in certain conditions.

You've heard these words: "The man behind the gun". Whatever camera you use, it depends on the experience and expertise of the photographer.

Pentax K-30

The all-weather camera.

Important moment will not be missed even when the weather is just unfriendly though. That excess Latest from Pentax DSLR cameras. Designed with the ability to withstand water and dust, Pentax K-30 is suitable for you the photographer who are often located in the outdoor area. DSLR cameras can be used a photographer in any weather conditions, as it has good protection (full) of the elements in it.

Comes with a 16MP CMOS sensor and M PRIME image processing engine that is optimized for Full HD 1080p video recording. Another feature is the flagship design that allows the user to be able to use this DSLR camera in cold weather conditions or weather conditions even below freezing. This camera equipped with 3-inch LCD screen, ISO speeds ranging from 12 800 to 25 600, and the tough auto mode along with its manual control features. In addition to weather resistant, Pentax K-30 is also resistant to dust.

Pentax K-30 is expected to be on the market in July 2012 at a price of around U.S. $ 850 (body only), and if it comes with the kit lens (18-55mm zoom lens) is priced at U.S. $ 900. 50m f/1.8 lenses you want then you add another US$ 250.

Specifications DSLR Camera Pentax K-30
• Sensor: 16:28 Megapixel APS-C CMOS
• ISO Range: 100 to 25.600
• Weather Sealed: Yes (81 seals)
• Image Processor: Prime M
• AF System: 11-point (9 cross-type) + IXI SAFOX Phase Detect
• Live View: Contrast Detect w / manual focus assist
• Video Recording: Full HD at 720p at 30 FPS VGA at 30fps FPS 60/50/30/25/24
• Video AF: Yes
• Viewfinder: pentaprism, approx 100% coverage 0.92x magnification Interchangeable focusing screens
• Shutter: Mechanical 6fps 30s-1/6000s, bulb
• Shake Reduction: In-Body (w / optional horizon correction)
• Power Source: AA via D-BH109 (not included, or) Rechargeable Li-ion battery D-LI109 (included) Approx. 480 images per charge
• Dust Removal: Yes, non-ultrasonic
• Metering: 77-segments
• Rear LCD: 3-inch VGA (921 000 dots)
• Top LCD: None
• Available Colors: Black, Blue, White
• Body Price: $ 849

If you are fond of extreme outdoor activities, the Pentax K-30 is definitely perfect for you. You will be pleased to use it when on holiday and adventure in Bali, Kenya or South Pole.

Making money from photography

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Do you have a digital camera? Whatever type of camera you use, whether DSLR camera, mirror less camera or pocket camera, even a smart phone can be used for photographing people, animals or taking pictures of landscapes, everyday events, and so on. The ability of a camera on a smart phone better, you can count on for candid photos.

Apparently, consciously or unconsciously photography activities have now become a hobby that can make money. Posting pictures on various sites of friendship, such as facebook, twitter, google+, pinterest etc., are just as important as writing status. This makes people to be more creative and more time to improve the quality of the pictures. Moreover, the photo app is so great now that can make people look like photographer professional.
Almost all mobile phones are now able to take pictures. While the photo quality produced vary because it depends on the type and the type of cell phone camera, but the photo is still a record of an event.

There are various pictures taken by ordinary people and then uploaded to the internet. Ranging from picture narcissistic, daily events, up to photo macro, landscape, and wedding.
Maybe we think that we produce photo was ugly and embarrassing, because we are not a professional photographer. But you know that there are many photos from ordinary people who became famous photo everywhere. This is due to two things, namely the magnitude of social media networking system combined speed internet news, and an overview of what is photo itself. So it could have pictures taken from a camera mobile phone with mediocre quality but has the power of what is delivered.

Besides the last photo we can post on our social media accounts, we can also try to sell them directly on sites which provide the facility to sell pictures. Here are 15 sites where selling pictures that are worth a try:
• Dreamstime - We paid 35 cents up to $ 8.40 per image. Also provide an additional fee if a member exclusively. This site also accepts illustrations, and an extra payment for the sale of RAW and vector art.
• Shutterstock - Paying 25 cents for each image downloaded. Also has a referral system that will pay 3 cents per photo sold by another photographer who is our referral. They also are receiving illustrations and videos.
• StockXpert - Paying 50% for the price of $ 1 up to $ 10 per photo.
• BigStockPhoto - Paying ranging from 50 cents to $ 3 for each image is downloaded, and can be up to $ 60 per download for the sale of special license.
iStockphoto- Paying 20-40% at a price range starting from $ 1 up to $ 20 for each image. We can also get paid more if tied exclusively. The Minimum of selling price of 19 cents per download. This site also sells video, illustration, flash animation, and audio.
• 123 Royalty Free - Pay 50% and 36 cents per subscription download. Also has a referral system that pays 10% per referral photographer photo sold
• CanStockPhoto - Price $ 1 per photo. We got 50% and 25 cents per subscription download.
• Fotolia - Photo for sale ranging from $ 1 to $ 3 per pictures. And we get paid 33% to 64% of the sale price.
• Shutterpoint - This site pays our photo is as high as about 70% to 85% based on the royalty free license that we sell.
• Nature Photo Index - This site is not huge, but they claim will give 99% of the selling price to the photographer photo sold.
• Scoopt - You pay a royalty of 40% to the photographer.
• Citizenside - This site sells photo to the news media. It is not known how it works, but was told that the photographer will get a commission of up to 75%.
• Photo Stock Plus - Paying a commission of 85% minus 3.25% for the fee and the photographer was released to fix the price of their own photo.
• CreStock - Gives a 30% commission for each sale at a price per picture the range $ 5 to $ 15. But for the first 100 sales we only get a commission of 20%.
• SnapVillage - for sale ranging from $ 1 up to $ 50 per image and we get a royalty of 30%. Also you get 30 cents of every subscription download.

Don’t forget to visit one of the website that mentioned above.

You can use your digital camera to make money. The important thing is you are serious and have a strong desire to learn and develop your hobby is. Even you can be a professional photographer, you also can be hired to create wedding photo documentation, corporate events, and photo shoots for advertising and so on.

Canon EOS-M

Canon announces an end to rumors prolonged by the presence of mirror less camera (or often called CSC, compact camera system) first, the Canon EOS-M who brings a new lens mount, the EF-M.

Like the other mirror less cameras, Canon EOS-M comes with a size that is only slightly larger than most compact cameras, and no viewfinder / optical peephole. Instead, the available capacitive LCD touch screen measures 3 inches by 1 million pixel density levels. Canon EOS-M is also the first digital camera with a screen which has multi-touch support. For the flash, there is no internal flash. You have to plug in an external flash.

Canon EOS-M comes with the same specs as the Canon EOS 650D DSLR camera. Hybrid sensor APS-C CMOS 18 MP resolution with Canon DIGIC processor support 5 which is used in the EOS 650D is also reliable in-M to produce a sharp image quality. Hybrid CMOS AF autofocus system of the 650D is also used here. You can choose a 31 point autofocus auto, face detection / tracking and the AF one common point.

Not only that, the Canon EOS-M is also equipped with the latest Canon features the same as the latest Canon digital SLR camera, EOS 650D. Such as Handheld Night Scene, HDR Backlight Control, and Multi Shot Noise Reduction to reduce the emergence of a disturbing noise when shooting in low light conditions.

You can use it to record Full HD quality video with stereo sound. And for those of you who like to explore with the photo shoot, the Canon EOS-M is also equipped with features such as Toy Camera Effect creative, grainy B & W, and Fish Eye. Battery resistance that reached 230 shots, a little over a pocket camera but a little way below average battery life DSLR beginner class.

Along with the release of the Canon EOS-M, Canon also provides supplementary lenses and accessories. There are two new lenses for the Canon EOS EF-M-M 22mm f / 2 pancake and STM-M Canon EF 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM, 90EX and Speedlite flash Canon EF-EOS lens adapter M so that you can EF lenses and EF-S in this camera.

Canon EOS-M comes in 4 trendy colors like black, white, red and silver. For the price, Canon will market the price of $ 799.99, for a packet with a 22mm lens. For the Canon EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM is priced $ 299, 90EX Canon Speedlite U.S. $ 149 and EF-EOS lens adapter M for $ 199.

The plan EOS-M will be marketed starting in October 2012. Are you interested?