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Canon EOS 7D – A DSLR Worthy of Praise

December 16th, 2009 No comments

How badly do you want it? Would you give an arm and a leg for a great Canon DSLR? Are you looking for justification for getting this camera? Well, here you go!

Canon EOS 7D

Canon EOS 7D

All the stops have been pulled out in creating the new Canon DSLR. It is the replacement for its popular X0D line of cameras. The last of that line was the 50D. And while it was an excellent camera, it was not as well received as previous models, basically because there was not enough improvement to warrant a big WOW from the photography audience.

The newest and best camera in the line has a different name, and it is already building a new reputation. The Canon EOS 7D has upped the ante in the battle with Nikon for the top spot among APS-C cameras. (APS-C is a category just below the top professional cameras – the sensor is not full-frame, meaning there is some cropping going on inside the camera).

Here are some of the key features:

  • 18 megapixel APS-C CMOS image sensor
  • 3.0″ LCD with 920,000 pixel resolution (this high resolution makes for excellent viewing even in high light situations)
  • Dual DIGIC 4 processors for faster performance (similar to computers with dual processors)
  • Excellent noise control in low light photos
  • Full frame viewing with 100% coverage of the image about to be captured in the viewfinder
  • 1080p HD video recording with an external microphone port
  • 19 point Auto Focus system (you can set the focus to any one of the 19 points or use all points for a perfectly focussed image)
  • 8 fps (frames per second) continuous burst speed
  • Improved ergonomics for comfortable handling

When you have a camera of this quality, there are so many positives that can be mentioned. But let’s face it, if the image quality does not match up to the expected level, the camera will not be successful. As with all the other cameras that came before it, the Canon 7D has image quality that is “best in class”. That said, there is no match for the full-frame sensor cameras, but the difference in price is also a consideration. You will pay a quite a bit more for full frame. Many professional photographers are totally satisfied with this model.

It all boils down to one really nice camera.

You should continue to read about the Canon EOS 7D because there is so much good to find out. Do check the full feature breakdown at www.digital-photographic-resources.com. You will be glad you did.

Happy Shooting!

Canon PowerShot SX20 IS – Vacation Camera at its Best

November 20th, 2009 No comments
Canon PowerShot SX20 IS

Canon PowerShot SX20 IS

The versatility of the Canon PowerShot SX20 IS make it an excellent choice as a vacation or travel camera.
The requirements for a good travel/vacation camera include great Image Quality, the ability to take Landscapes and Cityscapes with wide angle lens, yet also able to zoom in on a distant scene. Another essential feature is being able to capture images in low light and bright light ranges. Add to that the capability of taking HD video with stereo sound, and you have one dynamite tool for travel!

Here are a few sample photos from Flickr:

from RESchroeder on Flickr

from RESchroeder on Flickr


from Invisible Hour on Flickr

from Invisible Hour on Flickr


from RESchroeder on Flickr

from RESchroeder on Flickr

Digital Photographic Resources Camera Store

November 16th, 2009 No comments

Just added a new page to the web site. It is an Amazon store where you can be assured that the cameras and lenses are all highly rated by camera review sites and users alike. I am excited to be able to make this available to camera buyers who are looking for an excellent camera without having to do all the research. I have done the research so you don’t have to!
Here is a screen capture of the new page.
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