Resizing Pictures Taken With Your Digital Camera - Why?

By Alex Don

If you simply store pictures obtained from a digital camera as a thumbnail, without using an online image resizer, and send them to friends, family members, or colleagues, the recipient may not be able to download and see your pictures at the other end. This is because these thumbnails take too much time to download. Even if the other person is able to download the picture, he or she may not be able to rotate these images and the quality of the images could be poor. Before sending images, they should be resized and sent in a compressed form. A free online image resizer can be used for online image resizing, in orderto sendthe photos. After saving the resized online image orphotos on a desktop or laptop, they can be sent to others via email.

The picture obtained from a camera is much larger than any computer monitor. Therefore, it is beneficial to use a preferred online image resizer. A camera produces pictures of 100kb to 250kb if the camera setting is kept at its lowest level. For sending images through email or displaying images on the web, the preferred image size is between 20kb to 40kb. It is therefore important to resize images online in such a way that the resized online image obtained through the resizer is proportional to the computer screen.

Photos obtained from a digital camera are excellent, especially if the camera is at least 5 MP. These photos can be manipulated in Corel Draw, to improve the color and also make the picture brighter. Other photo editors can also be used for cosmetic changes, and photos can look better by improving the skin effect. One finished with any cosmetic changes, an offline or online image resizing tool can be used for resizing the picture.

There are many free online picture resizer applications available for a wide variety of needs. The picture, once finished with all cosmetic editing, can be uploaded to any of these free domains to get the desired result. There are also many offline tools available. IfranView is a favorite tool, which can easily resize and crop images. Photoshop can also be used for resizing images, with many macros developed for resizing pictures and photos, requiring the user to only enter basic inputs.

In conclusion, it is necessary to use an offline or online image resizer to resize pictures obtained from a digital camera. It is necessary to resize images online and resize pictures online or offline so that another person can download and view these files on their monitors easily. The images obtained from digital cameras are very large in filesize, and so these need to be reduced in size significantly in order to be sent through email or posted to blogs. An online picture resizer is therefore one of the best options to convert these images into the desired output, and once the desired output is acquired, it can be saved to a desktop or laptop to be sent by email or posted to a blog.

Alex is a writer on image resizing technology for Reshade. The company specializes in image processing offering a free online image resizer and a photo enlargement application. What's special here is the ability to enlarge images without losing quality as is usually expected when upscaling. Their site, reshade.com also offers a free image gallery where you can browse and download high resolution images resized with the online image resizer maintaining quality.

Best SLR Cameras in the Market

By Jonathan Popoola

An SLR camera is an investment. If used with care and if regular maintenance is done, they can actually last for a long, long time. This is why if you are buying your very first digital SLR camera, it may be a good idea to research and ask more seasoned photographers on which of the SLR's out there will give a definite bang (or for this case click) for your pound.

For those with no professional photographers to turn to, then here are the two top SLR cameras out there. Grabe'em while their hot and clicking!

1. Nikon D40X
This is like version 2 of the initial 6 megapixel D40, only it was jazzed up to a 10.2 megapixel CCD sensor. The payoff of course is that the D40X requires you to for a few more bucks that could buy you lenses and other accessories but that is the pay-off for higher megapixels. D40X has the same 420 pixel sensor 3D color Matrix Metering II system of the D80 and the same processor as D200.

If you will buy the D40X, you actually have four options.
a. SLR digital camera only
b. SLR digital camera plus 18 mm to 55 mm lens
c. SLR digital camera plus two lenses 18 mm to 55 mm and 55 mm to 200 mm
d. SLR digital camera with 18 mm to 135 mm lens

This SLR does not have an "auto focus" feature so if you do want to have that feature, then the lenses will help you a great deal.

Compare to other SLR digital cameras, this model is a little on the small side but cost of making a more lightweight SLR, there is only one status display that is for the menu and for the image playback. This may be okay for novice users but most professional and amateur photographers would rather have a secondary status display.
This is also a very fine item for impatient people as the start up only takes less than half a second to do.

2. Pentax K10D
If your wallet will not allow for a pricey digital SLR camera, then you will be happy to know that the Pentax K10D is very budget friendly. The price may not be the lowest among all the SLR digital cameras out there but it has the greatest array of features given its price. It has professional looking buttons and witches, 10 megapixel CCD that has an integrated lens shift, it has state of the art shake reduction technology, its body is weather and water resistant, 11 point selectable autofocus and it has a complete set of exposure modes. Noise is reduced even at ISO 800 and it can go up to ISO 1600.

However, this camera is best fit for those that are already a bit knowledgeable in using SLR digital cameras because the absence of auto set up that can help a novice or a beginner to switch from the run off the mill regular digicam to the "toys for the big boys" digital SLR.

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Better Wildlife Photos - Five Common Mistakes to Avoid

By Andrew Goodall

Wildlife photography is both rewarding and frustrating, even for experienced photographers. While a great photo is something to treasure, the challenges of wildlife photography can leave beginners feeling a little lost.

"It was wonderful to be there, but this photo doesn't really do it justice." Does this sound familiar? Too often we have a great experience in nature, and even though we have our camera at the ready, we fail to get the shot. This is not because the camera lets us down; it is because in our rush to get a photo - any photo - we fall victim to any one of a number of mistakes that can ruin a good wildlife photography opportunity.

Here are five common mistakes in wildlife photography, and some simple tips to overcome them.

Mistake #1. Fail To Get Close Enough To The Subject. This is probably the most obvious mistake you can make. You may see a bird in a tree, but your photo turns out to be all tree and no bird. In wildlife photography, the 'less is more' approach is often best. Ask yourself what is important for your photo, and eliminate everything else. In most cases you are best to get as close as possible to the subject, and/or zoom in with your largest lens. This eliminates the distraction of the background so that the viewer's attention is entirely on the subject itself.

Mistake #4. Distracting Depth of Field. This is closely related to mistake #1. When you set your camera to automatic, you allow it to set your aperture and shutter speed settings for you. To get the best results, you need to make these decisions for yoursef. If you take your photos on a small aperture setting, you increase the depth of field around the subject, allowing the background to become more of a distraction. You are better to set the widest aperture setting you can. This narrows the depth of field, concentrating the focus on the animal. As an added bonus, it will also allow a faster shutter speed, which helps to freeze a moving subject.

Mistake #3. Get Too Close To The Subject. When the opportunity arises to get a good close-up, some people go a little too far. A good wildlife photo wants a little space around the subject, otherwise your composition can look cramped, with the animal squashed into a space where it doesn't quite fit.

In these situtions, try zooming back just a little, to allow a little 'headroom' around the animal. There should be at least a small amount of space above the head, and on each side. If the animal is facing to one side, adjust your composition so that there is a little more space in front of the subject than behind it. That way the animal will be looking into the picture, not at the edge of the frame.

Mistake #4. Poor Lighting. We all love to get out and about on sunny days, but these are not necessarily the best conditions for a good photo. Bright sunshine produces shadow where you many not want them; in particular across the face of the subject. In the middle of the day when the light shines from above, you can find that most of the face and all of the underside of the subject is lost in dark shadow.

The solution? If it is a sunny day, take your photos early in the morning or late in the afternoon, when the sun is at a lower angle. You will also find lower contrast and warmer colour in the light, adding character to the whole photo.

In many cases it is best to take your photos on a cloudy day, when the light is even and the contrast is low. This light can work best for some subjects by completely eliminating glare and heavy shadow.

Mistake #5. Bad Timing. Animals move, they blink, they turn their heads, they flap their wings...sometimes it seems they are on a mission to foil your best attempts at a good photo.

In every wildlife encounter, there are a thousand opportunities to take a bad photo, and maybe one or two opportunities to take a good photo. A nature photographer learns to be ready for that perfect moment.

This is a matter of patience and perserverence. You need to spend as much time as possible with your subject, and take a lot of photos. Expect most of them to be rubbish, but take delight in the good ones because they are hard to come by. In particular, watch the animal's movements and behaviour. The trick is to try to catch a moment that expresses something unique to set your photo apart from millions of others. You won't get that perfect shot every time, but when you do it is a moment to treasure.

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The SPOT Method Or How to Use Live Animal Friends With Doll Photography

By Rachael Z. Ikins

Taking realistic, believable doll photos that fool the viewer's eye, is difficult enough. Let's add real animal life to the picture.

Often times whatever we do around our work space especially if it is at home, pets may be inclined to curiosity and to want to "help". If this involves a pot-bellied pig knocking over a nicely framed set-up of dolls and teddy bears at tea just when you click the shutter, it can be very frustrating. However, as the Wiccan faith counsels us about animals who show up at circle-casting time, let us allow our friends to be a part of things for fun for all. Dogs, especially, enjoy doing things with their human friends as a pack. I go everywhere in my daily life in the center of my own pack of 5.

I have a few simple tips or SP. O. T:

SPontaneity, Opportunity, and Training.

Should an excellent combination of animal and doll arise, be spontaneous and ready to take advantage with your camera. For example,e if the family cockatoo flaps down to perch on a doll's head, use that! Be opportunistic. Take advantage of our pets' natural routine. Learn to be on the look-out for good compositions. For example, one of my cats really enjoyed sleeping in a certain chair. One day I set a doll in that chair. Next time I came through the room the cat was sleeping curled up beside his "baby", his head in the baby's lap. I grabbed my camera.

Train a pet to work with you. Nothing like a soft word and a food treat to persuade a canine or porcine companion to hold still with a doll in the picture. Aquarium fish have been known to cooperate with a bit of food sprinkled on the surface and a doll's face looking through the glass behind. A good natured pony will stand quietly with a doll rider on his or her back for a peppermint reward. A big enough doll can offer a flake of hay to horse or sheep. Small pets like hamsters, gerbils, and lizards fit into doll pockets that contain food treats.

Set your camera on a tripod and be patient. Digital photography makes the whole thing much easier. You can see an immediately if your idea was a success. Animals of all kinds move fast. So, should you. Don't be afraid to try often. The more your live subject is around dolls and the camera, the calmer he or she will be. The less hard you will have to work. Try wildlife as well. A doll sniffing a flower in a garden can hold a real caterpillar in her hand. A handful of birdseed can attract a chickadee to a doll's hand. Butterflies light on hair.

Discover the story within your photo composition. You'll be all set to tell it!

Rachael Ikins is an award-winning photographer of dolls at play; creating images that that mimic life and entice the viewer to take a closer look. Every so often, she uses real humans and strives to capture the nuances of our humanity. Additionally, she writes children's books and illustrates them with her photos to enchant her readers. To be touched and amused by her life-like photos, visit her at http://www.rachaelikins.com

Cheap Wholesale Digital Cameras

By Ian Pennington

Whatever occasion there is, you always desire to have every single moment captured. That's being possible when you have a camera on hand. With the increasing growth of demand in cameras, cellular phones and computer, the makers and distributors of cheap wholesale digital cameras are putting for the most sophisticated yet low-priced models the photo and video takers can take advantage of.

The market is offering a wider array of cheap wholesale digital cameras: point and shoot cameras, binocular cameras, waterproof and shockproof cameras, digital cameras, optical zoom cameras and mega pixel DSLR-style cameras. Mostly are tagged at lower price online than how it is pegged in malls and photography studios. There are cameras that can be utilized as PC cameras and interestingly, they can capture at 960 x 240 pixels.

The cheap wholesale digital cameras online include super widescreen 5M pixels digital camera with three-inch LTPS screen, professional 6 megapixel digital cam, video-and-voice recording capable digital cam, quality beginner's digital cam, etc. Some are even offering those models that features any or a combination of the following: 7m Pixel zoom, 5 M Pixel CMOS sensor, AVI formatted, MP3 player integrated with 3.6 inch screens, built-in 32 MB flash, CCD imaging sensor, maximum still image resolution, Swivel lens, 180-degree rotating lens, among other sophisticated attributes.

The world credits the digital revolution for having the entry of cheap wholesale digital cameras. Some offers online are as amazing as buying at half the cost but still maintain profitable margins. The days are long gone for you to pay photos that you might just ignore in the long run.

If you're in search for cheap wholesale digital cameras, you can pick one in any of the online-accessible wholesalers and distributors. You have to make sure, however, that you don't suffer performance for the low price you get to enjoy. A deal is good as great when it is of high quality but not pricey. First, you have to classify which particular models you like, and then you can spot the differences on their features and prices. After which, you can zero your options to three and finally pick only best you think it is.

The beauty of digital outputs is lovable, lasting and viewable anytime without having to print them. You have the option to print as many though, if you only want. But bottom line is that digital cameras allow everyone to shoot and preview quickly, store them on the PC and back them up with a CD or DVD filing. Cheap wholesale digital cameras vary in price and quality, so you must be smart in picking one that gives value more than you expected. With only a budget ranging from 30 to 200 dollars, you can surely spot what is meant for you.

Ian Pennington is an accomplished niche website developer and author.
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Do You Make Money When You Share Your Photos?

By James Duarte

Digital photography has changed the way people take and share photos: As digital cameras have become increasingly popular so to has online photo sharing.

Photo uploading is an easy way to save space on your computer hard drive and share your photos worldwide (you can share a single photo or complete albums with other in minutes). Besides, it's a very good alternative to have a backup of your material.

Many photo sharing sites (also called as file hosting sites) have different interesting features and are free to use (for you and your visitors). What you have to know when uploading to free sites is that you are leaving money at the table. Yes, each time that you upload and share your photos, others are making money.

Getting Paid For Your Photos

Did you know that you can earn some money by selling your best pictures online?.
As you read, you can get paid taking photos and you don't have to be a professional: you can get paid for sharing images or photos with your friends, turning your camera into a cash machine.

There are different ways to make money with your camera (with some of them you can get paid up to $50 per photo) and you don't need to be an expert or have a great camera. All you need to know is some tips and tricks that will let you make more money with this, in less time.

From now on, you can create your digital photo albums online, share your photos and get paid.

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Photowalk - How to Avoid the 5 Biggest Mistakes

Paulo Jordao

You might know that Photowalk is the act of walking with a camera for the main purpose of taking pictures of things that you may find interesting, and that people all over the world are organizing Photowalks with the main goal of getting PHOTOGRAPHERS (professionals, amateurs, enthusiasts, with big or small cameras) together to share their experiences.

Now, let's talk about how to avoid the 5 biggest mistakes when you are going to a Photowalk.

1- Good Information
Once you find a Photowalk that is going to happen in your area, the first thing you need to do is to get in contact with the person that is organizing the Photowalk (leader) and get as much information as possible about the event. Check out some details like; the date, the time, the location and the duration of the event. Check also what is the minimum number of people required or maximum number of people allowed and if you have to sign in online or you have to get to the location a little earlier at the day of the event.

2- Planning Ahead
Now that you know that you are going to a Photowalk, it is time to plan ahead about what equipment to bring; camera, flash, bag, etc. You can also ask the Photowalk Leader for some good advice.

3- Checking the List Twice
At the day of the Photowalk, don't forget to go over your list checking all your equipment, including some extra batteries and etc.

4- Less is Better
Always remember that you are going to be walking for one or two hours. If you are a Professional Photographer and you are shooting an important event, it might be necessary you to bring your whole collection of cameras, lenses, filters, flashes, tripods, remotes and etc. But if you are going to a Photowalk and you just want to have some good time with other Photographers and other people that love photography as much as you do, I would recommend you to bring only the essential;
- 1 camera
- 1 or 2 lenses
- 1 Flash
- Few extra batteries (for camera and flash)
- Camera bag

5- Last Few Details
Because most of the Photowalks are done outside, and because we prefer to start it around 9:00 am or 5:00 pm, I always ask people from my group to bring some extra few items;
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Water Bottle
- Snack
- etc

Going to a Photowalk will help you improving your photography skills, but remember that you are also there to make some extra friends and enjoy the experience. Try to share your experience and feelings with other members of your group. It is very common that after the Photowalk everybody gets together in a bar or restaurant around the area so they can relax, have a good time and share their experiences.

Don't forget to post your pictures on the "Group's Website" (Check the website address with your Group Leader), and Good Luck.

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Selling Photos Online - How to Be Successful

Mohamed Alshamsi

Selling photos online is becoming increasingly popular. Thousands of people are desperately trying to find ways to make money on the internet and selling photos online happens to be one of them. Many people have tried and failed and for many reasons, from not knowing to which site to sell to, to taking below average pictures that get rejected by the websites. If you happen to be one of these people, do not let that discourage you, for there are many people who have had great success selling photos online.

One of the main reasons people fail at selling photos online, is because people actually try to sell photos that were taken by phones with cameras. The quality of these pictures is just extremely weak compared to an average camera, or the far greater digital SLR camera. Another reason why people fail is because they are clueless; they do not know what kind of pictures sell well.

Most people who are successful at selling their photos usually takes photos of amazing landscapes, like when the sun is setting or the stars at night, and believe me, anyone even you can take these kind of photos with ease. There are many sites you can upload pictures to, but you should look for sites that have a high number of visitors and an acceptable sales rate, for example -istockphotos .com is a great site-

In the end selling photos online is actually way easier than it looks, you just need to have a decent camera, and know how to use it and you'll be making hundreds of dollars every month easily.

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The Online Free Answer to PhotoShop

Stan Pontiere

I love photography. I sold my first photo to a newspaper way back in 1958. You would expect that I am kind of an old style photographer. Well, I am but I have also embraced the new age of the digital camera with a passion. I am a strong believer in the old axe that the picture should be created in the camera and not in the darkroom (oops-on the computer). When you take a photo, you should be aware of lighting, composition, depth of field, etc. As a result, I have always believed that you create the art in the camera and not in post-processing.

However, I have a full version of the famous professional PhotoShop. Sometimes, it is absolutely necessary to do some post processing and PhotoShop is the very best. It does however, have some drawbacks. First it has an extremely steep learning curve. You are not going to learn everything that is has to offer in a get started quick guide. You will spend weeks or even months learning all of the advanced techniques of this system. Even then, you are probably not using all that it has to offer.

Secondly, it ain't cheap baby. Unless you are a full-time professional photographer or a really rabid advanced amateur, it is simply not worth the expense. I am not sure what the latest version currently costs but, I remember that when I bought in, I spent about eight hundred dollars. You know, the worst part of it is that I almost never use it. It just sits on my computer hard-drive and collects digital.

At the time that I purchased PhotoShop, there were really no reasonable alternatives. I had a shoot that needed PhotoShop so I spent the big bucks. What a waste.

What really hurts, is that now there is a free photo-editing site on the web that does nearly everything that Photoshop does and you can use it for free and for most options, you don't even have to register. There are a few options that require you to register to use these options but, registration is completely free.

I am not saying that it totally replaces PhotoShop but, it does all the photo-editing that I ever need to do and as an added benefit, it has a really simple user interface that does not require a steep learning curve. You can literally upload your photo to the site, make all of the alterations that you want, download the final product and be done with it in just a few minutes.

As a professional or an advanced amateur, you may want or need the advanced options that PhotoShop offers but, for the rest of us go online and try Picnik. I think that you will be thrilled.

To start using Picnik, just fire up your computer and go to to their homepage at Picnik.com

I hope that you find this tip helpful. I know that it has certainly helped me. Now stop reading and get out there and create some photographic magic. Digital Photography is the art form of the 21st century.

Stan Pontiere has been an avid photographer since childhood. Having worked for the likes of the Associated Press and The New York Times and an instructor of photography at a college back east, I have enjoyed the transition from film to digital photography.

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