Nikon: Why in-lens stabilization (VR) is better than in-camera [video]

Nikon published in a recent article four reasons why in-lens stabilization (Vibration Reduction) is better than in-camera stabilization: Corrected finder image makes photo composition easy. Each lens is optimally tuned to achieve reliable correction. Image information captured by the AF and metering sensors is corrected with in-lens VR. Patterns of image blur are not the … Read more →

HTC Flyer – an Android alternative to the iPad?

HTC is a company that has built a solid and enviable reputation over the smartphone industry.  Their research and development team has enabled them to release innovative handsets that are usually the first of their kind. This is no longer the case with the HTC Flyer as this is, in fact, their first Android tablet.  … Read more →

New photo eBook released: “Your Creative Mix” by Corwin Hiebert

Your Creative Mix takes an in-depth look at the value of growing your passion for art, honing your creative skills, and finding new ways to connect and share with likeminded people as a way to grow your photography business. This eBook bridges the gap between creativity and commerce. It focuses on the unique business and … Read more →

Fuji X100: Write speeds on SD cards

I love my new Fuji X100 and my I’m quite sure my Nikon D7000 is jealous (though it probably wouldn’t admit it…). If you haven’t already, you should read my Fuji Finepix X100 first impressions. But this article is not about praising the X100, it’s about how fast/slow the X100 writes to SD cards. Currently, … Read more →

The Importance of Security Software for Computers

Security is an important issue with computers these days because of the overabundance of virus and malwares that threatens not only the operating system, but also your files.  Viruses and malwares are practically being released on a daily basis that you would want an excellent antivirus program to protect your computer.  However, choosing an antivirus … Read more →

Fuji X100: My First Impressions [UPDATED August 1st 2011]

I’ve been eyeballing the Fuji X100 camera since it was announced late 2010. Initially I thought it was too expensive, considering the limitations such as fixed focal length and fixed lens, meaning you can’t zoom (without using your feet, that is) and you can’t change the lens to anything else, like on DSLR and on … Read more →

Sony HX9V digital camera – Overview

Sony’s latest range of Cyber-shot digital cameras were released in late April 2011 with the DSC-HX9V at the forefront of these new designs. Much like it’s predecessor the DSC-HX7V, the 9V is designed as a traditional compact camera which boasts some top-end new camera technologies. The appearance of the camera is very similar to the … Read more →

Will Google Plus Prove Itself A Social Networking Game Changer?

With each passing month the Social Networking world grows even further. As societies become increasingly techno-centric, people are more and more driven to share and exchange ideas, concepts, and personal feelings over a growing social network. Facebook, currently, holds the top spot among user-ship and popularity but other networks are hoping to cash in on … Read more →

MPAA to block Newzbin 2 access with Cleanfeed content blocking system?

Newzbin is an indexing site, kinda like Google, where you can download so-called “NZB” files that contains information about which files your newsreader client must download from the binary usenet groups, in order to magically make data appear understandable, be it a movie, tv show, a linux distribution – whatever it might be, legal or … Read more →

How Ofcom made broadband cheaper in the UK [infographic]

Broadband prices have dropped by more than 50% since 2005, giving way to faster, cheaper internet for millions of people.But what exactly brought on the broadband boom? An agreement between telecoms regulator Ofcom and BT Openreach allowed rival providers to install their own equipment in telephone exchanges, completely transforming the market. This process is known … Read more →

Photo eBook: “A Deeper Frame” by David duChemin PLUS the Deepest Discount Ever!

David duChemin’s first eBook in over 6 months, A Deeper Frame, is an introduction to the discussion about re-introducing the illusion, or perception, of depth that is removed when the camera flattens the three-dimensional world into two. This insightful and inspirational eBook will help you understand principles that artists have understood for centuries, but that … Read more →