Category Archives: Hardware

DxOMark Explained

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Chuck_Maas

While the print (or other display medium) is the rightful end product of our imaging efforts and deserves the emphasis of most of our artistic energies, tools help us accomplish that objective.  Without decent craft there’s much less chance of … Continue reading →

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The Elusive “Travel Camera”

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Chuck_Maas

We’ve all wished for it—that perfect little camera that’s so compact and light weight that one could effortlessly carry it all the time, regardless of circumstances—and when the time came to use it the features would more than cover all … Continue reading →

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Canon Fact & Speculation

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Chuck_Maas

Photokina has come and gone and the biggest Canon announcement was the EOS 6D, an “entry level” full-frame model aimed at a niche a step below the 5D Mark III.  For about $2,100 you can shoot full frame too.  Of … Continue reading →

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Canon News

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Chuck_Maas

As Photokina gets closer, along with the inevitability of more product announcements, several events from Canon have kept the interest level up for those married to the EOS system including a new mirrorless offering and a major firmware update for … Continue reading →

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Imaging Computers

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Chuck_Maas

While much of the emphasis in discussions of digital photography hardware revolves around camera bodies and lenses, the computer component is critically important too, at least if you value your time as part of the equation.  It’s the combination of … Continue reading →

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True Black & White Capture

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Chuck_Maas

Until now, most digital black & white images have been processed from color captures.  Now Leica is offering a different approach—a new model of their classic M-series rangefinder called the M Monochrom which uses a full frame black & white … Continue reading →

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Memory Cards and Image Files

Posted on May 6, 2012 by Chuck_Maas

Sometimes speed matters, and the type of memory card you use to record digital images can make a big difference.  Considerations depend of course on your shooting style and your equipment.  Those focused on landscapes and close-ups probably are less … Continue reading →

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Real, and Maybe Real

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Chuck_Maas

Real. Some things we know are going to happen—like the next iteration of Adobe Photoshop.  This comes around every couple of years or so and there’s always a lot of grumbling… some at the cost of upgrades, and some at … Continue reading →

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Bits and Pieces

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Chuck_Maas

It’s been a busy year so far and without a doubt there’s more to come.  Here’s a short rundown. Adobe Lightroom 4 has just been released.  There are some pretty big changes that should appeal to most users and the … Continue reading →

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Canon’s Next Step

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Chuck_Maas

The web is awash today with details of Canon’s announcement of the 5D Mark III.  It’s been a long time coming, but now we have one more full-frame DSLR in the Canon lineup.  Due for delivery within a month or … Continue reading →

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