วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 30 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Sports Center Top 10 Hockey's Best Moments In The Penalty Box

The best things you will see from hockey's dirty players. Just watch and enjoy! Dave



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6b-cSH7x2qk&hl=en

วันพุธที่ 29 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

The Best SLR by Nikon

The best SLR Nikon camera you can get for the money, is the Nikon D90 SLR camera. Before you get too hung up an any particular brand though, let's have a closer look at SLR cameras in general.

Single lens reflex (DSLR) cameras provide many rewards over traditional point and shoot cameras, not the least of which is the ability to use several lenses. This enticing options is one of several arguments for why single lens reflex cameras are the weapon of choice by seasoned and beginning photographers. Those photographers that decide against a digital single lens reflex camera end up staring at a slightly off angle representation of their impending photograph. Focal length be a roadblock taking pictures this way, unless you pull back on the amount of zoom you use. Here's where a single lens reflex really shows it's stuff, as you the image composer get to see the same image the camera will take.

Those amateur DSLR users, will be delighted to hear that "Live View" is a standard amongst many digital single lens reflex cameras that encourage the use of a LCD screen as an alternate to the viewfinder.Live View is not exact, as there is a additional step of directing the intended photo to a separate sensor. The view screen then receives the buffered sensor image. For a light performance price, the photographer now experiences the scene without using the viewfinder. While live view has been a hot item, it often meant giving up autofocus which annoyed many consumer. The the Canon T1i has made some progress towards compensating for this.

When the digital single lens reflex camera is cited, it's this type that most persons would associate with. For this article, these are the cameras we will be hashing out here. Like most professional digital single lens reflex cameras the model of lens you can utilize, is withing your control. With the option of a mixture of lenses, you can capture photographs from just about any space, focal length, or perspective.

If you were looking for the advantages of best SLR Nikon without the hassle of toting pounds of lenses, you have some selections. These types of cameras are rare and harder to find and aren't really manufactured much anymore.

Given the competitive characteristics of the single lens reflex camera market, I've found the lowest price and best selection by shopping on the web. The highly trusted websites offer customer service and support as good or better than average camera stores.

วันอังคารที่ 28 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

วันจันทร์ที่ 27 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

What Is The Best Digital Camera Brand?

If ever there was a controversial question amongst the hordes of digital camera enthusiasts, it has to be "What is the best digital camera brand?". Sometimes referred to as "What is the best brand of digital camera to buy?", but not to be confused with "What is the best camera to buy?". Because everyone knows that regular (film) cameras are far superior to digital cameras. Hang on a sec, or was that the other way around? Who can keep track these days? Now before I digress too far from the topic, lets take a look at that age old battle, and see if we can determine which brand is best.

First things first, in the spirit of full disclosure, I need to declare that I do in fact own several cameras. They represent a variety of brands. I have two Canons, a Fuji, and a Kodak. I must confess, that I am somewhat partial to Canon, but I'll try not to let that cloud any editorial comments I may subsequently make.

If digital camera sales were any indication of what the best brand was, then according to Amazon.com Canon would be a clear winner. As I write this, Canon manufactures 18 of the top 25 bestselling cameras on their best seller list. In addition, Canon holds 9 of the top 10 spots, with the top 3 being the PowerShot A570 IS, the PowerShot SD1000 Digital Elph, and the PowerShot SD850. Sharing the top 11 spots with Canon are 2 of the Pure Video manufactured Flip Video cameras. Nikon has 2 cameras in the top 25 including the Nikon D40, and the Nikon D300. Panasonic sneaks in with a couple of their Lumix models, specifically the DMC-TZ3K and the DMC-TZ3A. And finishing in a strong 25th spot, that old stalwart Kodak with the Easyshare Z812IS.

Of course being popular, or the best seller does not the best brand make. It simply means you have the best salesmanship. In that world, Canon seems to be having the most success. How exactly would we determine the best brand? Best service, best design, best features, best customer support, best images, and best user experience are all valid traits. Perhaps a critical / scientific /empirical examination of all cameras models by manufacturer would be in order. Let's see if we can aggregate a lot of the work already done by a couple of camera review sites who take the above traits into consideration.

A perusal of one top camera review site under their 5 star category, show 39 Canon cameras, 18 Sony cameras, 17 Nikon cameras, 6 Fuji cameras, 5 Olympus cameras, 5 Panasonic cameras, 3 Pentax cameras, and 1 Konica camera. A second camera review site under their top 103 cameras showed 46 Canon cameras, 21 Sony cameras, 20 Nikon cameras, 5 Pentax cameras, 3 Fuji cameras, 2 Samsung cameras, 2 Panasonic cameras, 2 Kodak cameras, 1 Konica camera, and 1 Casio camera. If you total all that up, the top 3 end up being Canon with 85, Sony a distant second with 39, and Nikon a very close third with 37. Everyone else had less than 10 top rated cameras.

วันเสาร์ที่ 25 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

The Best SLR Doesn't Mean 35mm

The best SLR 35mm or full frame digital cameras on the market today, are probably the Canon EOS 5D Mark II 21.1MP, or the Nikon D700 12.1MP. But, do you really have to go the full 35mm or digital full frame equivalent to get a good SLR camera these days? Not likely, and let's have a look at some of the technical reasons why.

Do some reading, and the once confusing realm of SLR cameras will become clear. Once you get around the marketing hype surrounding digital SLR cameras, they really don't seem so complicated. If your someone who wants to understand all the finer points of any product before handing over your credit card, this could be a very lengthy adventure for you.

Well, let's start things up shall we. While the abundance of technology your facing seem like a lot, it's also kinda cool. Trust me, I wouldn't lie about that. It's a cut throat business selling cameras, and no one is more aware of that, then the companies that want to sell you a camera. Manufacturers and salesman alike, have to offer better options with their DSLRs and bribe consumers with the best prices.

Today, you'll stop dreading your impending purchase, as here's news you'll want to hear. I will guarantee, that you will be thrilled with your new camera, no matter which of the best rated single lens reflex cameras you purchase. Every camera in this stalwart group of fine cameras is worth the price. To prove it, just have a look at the features in this bunch of SLRs. I like any flavors in the Canon Rebel offerings. Don't get too hung up on the Canons though without taking a look at a Nikon D60 or Olympus Evolt E520.

You know that getting any of these cameras for less than a grand is bound to put a smile on anyone's face. At these prices, digital SLRs are really one of the few remaining gadget values left today. Even if it's not the best SLR 35mm Those of us that spent big money for very basic digital cameras just a short while ago, will know from whence I speak.

Don't make the mistake of assuming the camera you buy is the single most important factor in your picture taking process. You already own the most important piece of picture taking equipment, and that would be yourself. A gifted lensman can take engaging photographs with just about any camera.

Presently, buying your new camera online seems smart. Deciding to buy online is the best way to get the best value, and find a larger selection of cameras to choose from.

Even with hundreds of SLR camera (including the best SLR 35mm) choices, shopping for digital cameras online is pretty painless. Time to decide. So, as fun as checking out cameras online can be, it's a whole whack more enjoyable to be using one.

วันศุกร์ที่ 24 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

The Basics of Finding the Best SLR Cameras

If you've been using a compact digital camera all your life and you're planning on getting an SLR camera, you might need a quick refresher course on the basics of SLR photography. Knowing the basics will not only help you find the best SLR cameras on the market but also teach you how to make the most out of your digital SLR camera.

Digital SLR cameras only became widely popular around 2005. Before that, SLRs were mostly only used by professionals. Because of this development, SLR camera manufacturers are now dropping the prices of their SLRs to stay competitive in the market as more and more people are getting into SLR photography. If you're also unfamiliar with how digital SLR cameras work, here's a quick primer.

SLR 101

SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex. SLR cameras are known for their almost-zero lag time and fast shutter speed, making them ideal for action and sports photography and taking spontaneous shots. SLR cameras are also versatile in terms of how you capture images because these cameras have changeable lenses.

Aside from versatility and speed, the best SLR cameras are also known to produce top-notch quality shots because of their large image sensors. If you use an SLR camera, what you see on your viewfinder or LCD screen is exactly what your lens also sees. This allows you to have better aim and focus when taking pictures. However, if you read through SLR camera reviews, you'll encounter terms and phrases like Live View and Auto-focus. The latter is pretty much self-explanatory; it's a camera feature that automatically focuses on the subject. Live View, on the other hand, is a feature that allows you to view on your LCD screen the image and range that the camera's lens is picking up.

However, what you see in the camera's Live View LCD screen or viewfinder isn't always 100% accurate. Meaning, there are still certain factors such as coverage and brightness in using the viewfinder. Coverage refers to the percentage of the image that the camera's sensor will capture once you take the photo. Most viewfinders are only able to provide a preview of 95% of what the sensor will capture.

The brightness of the viewfinder also varies from camera to camera. In this case, brightness refers to the clarity of the image that you see. A digital SLR camera with a bright viewfinder lets you see details clearly and thus make it easier to do manual focusing on your subject. If you want to know in detail how an SLR camera works and its advantages over compact digital cameras, you can browse through online tutorials, or ask your photographer friends for advice and recommendations before you get an SLR camera of your own.

วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 23 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

What's The Best DSLR For You?

There's lots of talk out there about all of the Digital SLR cameras being advertised in the media and you're probably thinking about whether you should purchase one, and if so, which one is right for you. I hope this article will help you in making your decision to find the correct camera.

Do you really need all of the bells and whistles (features) that are being advertised by each of the manufacturers? The answer to that is simple: No, you don't. Now here's the rub; what features do I really need and how much do I want to pay? You first need to decide whether you need a DSLR that takes great photos or just photos that you want to print, put into an album or some other digitized media, and forget about it. Or, do you want a DSLR that will "WOW" your family and friends and more importantly, yourself. If the latter is true, then you probably want a DSLR over the point-and-shoot because it allows you, as the photographer, to control much of the way the camera takes the photo.

The next thing you need to decide is whether you also want the camera to take great video shots. Many of the newer model DSLR's out there offer the capability of taking full-motion video, and some even full HD video as well. The more features you want in a DSLR, the more it's going to cost and there's no getting around this. Some DSLR cameras also offer full auto-focus while taking the video and this is another feature that has a price tag.

Most of the DSLR cameras out there come standard with either just the body (no lens) or a zoom lens. These standard zoom lenses come in various degrees but most are in the 18-150mm category and also offer more in the digital zoom area which increases the capability. I'm not talking about the giant lenses you see on the sidelines of the football and basketball games here since those lenses are in the 250-1,000 mm range and will probably break the bank for most of us. You need to look at the standard lens offering coming with the basic DSLR to get started. The beauty here is that you can upgrade to a different type of lens now that you've already purchased the base camera, unlike the point-and-shoot cameras.

Don't overlook the ISO feature of the camera. Back in the days of film, this used to be referred to as the ASA. What ISO denotes is how sensitive the image sensor behind the lens is to the amount of light present. The higher the ISO, the more sensitive the image sensor and increases the possibility to take pictures in low-light situations.

I think that one feature often overlooked by the consumer is the feel of the camera in your hands. If you have small hands, then you're going to find that some of the larger DSLR cameras are just not going to feel comfortable in your hands and you may not be able to control all of the features without taking the camera away from your eyes. Conversely, if you have very large hands, the smaller sized cameras are going to get lost in your hands. In most cases, the sizes of the camera has a direct relation to the weight of the camera, and believe me, having one of these "big-boys" hanging around your neck for an hour or two is going to feel like a bowling ball. You may have noticed that many pro's carry their camera around the shoulder, not the neck because of the weight and they have more control since the camera is not swinging around your chest bumping into every obstacle they come across. This may sound silly but believe me; I've seen many a lens ruined because of all this mishandling.

วันพุธที่ 22 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

SLR Lenses - Among the Best in the World

Either I will be trying to sell someone something, or there is an element of fact to this claim, and by the end of reading the article, I think that you are going to be seeing things my way! I would not attempt to sway anyone to believe anything without giving the very same solid facts that influenced me after I started out researching lenses. Ready?

In order for something to be the best quality, it first has to do the obvious - give you something that hardly any other brand names even have the ability to provide. This really is what the SLR lenses have done with their new ViewFinder software. Maybe you have already discovered this software, and, for those who have, you're most probably thinking to yourself, "what can software have to do with that type of lens?" Well, without the SLR lenses that have been installed, the ViewFinder software would not be able to operate at its fullest capacity.

One more impressive thing that SLR lenses tend to offer users is the potential to capture as much as 100% field view. This is an extremely impressive wide range capturing capability that really brings home the greatest level of clarity and quality that a photo can give. Once again, this sort of lens is directly responsible for this particular capability, as it wouldn't even be possible to shoot such images without the assistance of zooming both out and in, spanning its range for either a small or wide shot. Not one other camera known to me has been equipped to complete this task without having these types of lenses.

Okay, Okay, Okay... I know what truly matters: cost! With the world wide financial problems continuing to ravage the entire worldwide market, almost everything comes right back down to your money, and the lack thereof. The actual lenses I am discussing are in truth one of the more inexpensive digital camera accessories now in the marketplace! All that you need to do is find a outlet that will deliver these for the selling price that will suit your finances, and, as you will be well aware, these types of retailers can only be found on the internet! Not only would you be able to obtain more details on why SLR lenses are possibly the best on the market, you will also be capable of getting your very own pair of lenses for a fraction of the cost that it would if you buy it from virtually any street side store.

So, what are you thinking? The lenses I have been raving about undoubtedly deserve all the recognition the camera marketplace has been giving it recently, though they aren't without fault. Simply no electronic device is without fault, yet, with regards to this type of lens... the faults are few and far between!

วันอังคารที่ 21 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Neil deGrasse Tyson Opens A Rocket In His Office

LISTEN TO FULL AUDIO: tinyurl.com TIME recently went to interview Neil deGrasse Tyson and we noticed a huge crate had been delivered to his office. He was then kind enough to open it on-camera. The back story of this gift is that Neil was adamant that ABC News include the Saturn V Rocket on its list of The 7 Wonders of America. The folks at the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama were so grateful, they sent Neil a replica.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aadYN5OPKN8&hl=en

วันจันทร์ที่ 20 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

The Best New Digital Camera Today

When someone asks me what the best new digital camera is, I always have to pause a little. The reason I pause, is to ask myself a few questions about the person asking the question. Specifically how I think they plan to use the camera. Assuming of course, they plan to use it for themselves. That's at least two assumptions I've made about someone before I answer their question. Assumptions can of course be dangerous, so maybe it's better if I just lay them all out here complete with camera recommendations, and let you pick the one that fits you best.

The first assumption I may make, is that your not a serious camera buff. Your just looking for a camera that's easy to use. Since your a pretty active player on the move, I'm also going to assume you want something you can just jam into your tight blue jeans pocket, or drop into the bottom of your kit bag / purse and forget about until needed. You probably like sharing pics and videos with your FaceBook and MySpace pals on Flickr or YouTube. The Canon PowerShot SD1000 Digital Elph, or the Sony Cybershot DSCW55 would be good choices for you. If your the real rugged outdoorsy type, I might change my pick to the Olympus Stylus 790SW for its toughness and all-weatherproof design.

But, maybe your more of a casual photographer, that only pulls out the camera for special occasions and vacation. Tight blue jeans aren't much of an issue anymore, so you don't mind a little extra bulk . . . in the camera I mean. Something easy to use, with better image and video quality then your cell phones camera are a priority. In this case, I'd suggest either the Canon Powershot A570IS, or the Canon PowerShot Pro Series S5. The S5 is about twice the money in the low $300 range, but the extra 12X zoom, sturdier construction, and hot shoe flash make it well worth the investment.

For my final category, if I see that little twinkle of adventure in your eyes mixed with a lust for learning, I may suggest you look at something in the entry level SLR category This is where photography really gets fun. Fun that comes with a bit of effort though. Learning about ISO settings, white balance, dynamic range, tonal balance and depth of field are not for the faint of heart. Serious photo editing using RAW files are often part of the SLR photography world. The Canon Digital Rebel XTi or the Nikon D40 are good starters around $600 in this category. If you seem like the passionately intense type, and have an endless pocket book, you may as well just knock your self out, and get the Canon EOS 5D ($2000 + lenses). Your probably the type that's going to end up with one eventually. You may as well just skip the appetizers and get right to the main course.

วันอาทิตย์ที่ 19 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Don't Buy a Nikon SLR Camera Before Reading This

I used to be a big fan of simple digital cameras, but as I took my photography further and further, I found the need for an SLR. I read many reviews, and found two cameras which are probably two of the best SLR digital cameras nowadays; the Sony A300 and the Nikon D60.

The A300 by Sony is priced quite reasonably and comes with a number of great features. Some of these features include auto-focus as well as image stabilization that is built in the camera, thus it does not depend on the lens. The cameras LCD screen also offers live preview for users, something that the D60 does not offer. This is quite a big advantage the A300 has over other SLR cameras because you generally do not find live preview on SLR cameras. The camera also offers many more focus points, even more than the D60. Nonetheless, the D60 does have its advantages. After going stores and trying out both of these cameras next to one another, I went with the D60. There are many reasons as to why I picked it. First of all, the D60 is much more compact, and lighter in comparison to the A300. The lens was also much more appealing and comfortable to my eyes than the Nikon. The LCD menu was much easier for users to navigate through which was a big plus. The last major reason was that there are many more lenses available for the D60. When picking a DSLR camera, you must consider whether you will want to buy new lenses in the future. Many lenses do not fit certain cameras. This is why I chose the D60, aside the fact that Nikon is much better known for its cameras then Sony.

I eventually ordered my D60 via Amazon, which was a great choice on my part. Amazon allows you to get credit (yes, money) within 30 days. If the item you bought goes down in value within 30 days of your purchase, you will be credited. As well know, the prices of cameras are always going down, so in the end, I won! Nonetheless, Amazon will not contact you when the price of the item goes down. It is up to you as the buyer to check. It is definitely worth it though. You can put the money you save towards a lens for your new camera

As for my personal experience with the D60 so far, it is great. I am not the only one, and I have many friends who have it and love it to. It is a very comfortable camera, very easy to use, especially for beginners. The only problem is that it clearly will not fit in my pocket like my old digital camera. Nonetheless, it is not nearly as big as I thought which is great. The lens has vibration reduction which I find is very useful. Often times my friends use my camera, and I always here this exact line; "I want to buy one"! It is a camera that is very well known, and whether you're a pro or a beginner, you will not be going wrong buying it.

วันเสาร์ที่ 18 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Nelly Furtado - Showtime + (Lyrics)

nl.youtube.com www.myspace.com Our band is in this video to though Drums Put on your best clothes We've been waiting too long for this moment I'll put on my best smile I'm shining inside and I'm proud of our love but Everytime I turn around you say that you're not checking for love in that way But everytime I come around you seem So ready for this Showtime our love's coming out Lights camera action show what we're about cuz it's Showtime our love's breaking out Let's show the world you're my boy I'm your girl cuz it's Showtime our love's coming out Lights camera action let it all hang out Cuz it's showtime Yeah our time is now Let's show the world you're my boy I'm your girl Let's break a leg out there This could be the start of the rest of our lives I've got so much to share And I'm ready to put it all out there for you But everytime I come around you seem So afraid of what people might say But can't you see it's a game they play Trying to cast a shadow on our love Showtime our love's coming out Lights camera action show what we're about cuz it's Showtime our love's breaking out Let's show the world you're my boy I'm your girl cuz it's Showtime our love's coming out Lights camera action let it all hang out Cuz it's showtime Yeah our time is now Let's show the world you're my boy I'm your girl Cause I wanna love you when I wanna Wanna to love you where I want to Wanna touch you when I want to Wanna kiss you when I wanna Showtime our love's coming out Lights camera action ...



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZtp5JYGJjM&hl=en

วันศุกร์ที่ 17 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

My Personal SLR Camera Review Opinions

If you take a look online, you will find a lot of guides on choosing a digital SLR camera, and I know what most of them say. Even though you can learn a lot about the technology behind digital SLR cameras, it can still be very hard choosing the perfect SLR camera for a beginner. The guides you read here are exactly what you need to accomplish just that. When you read these guides, you should be able to understand what you need to look for without too much technical abilities. All the guides posted here are founded on a few basic principles.

1. You're not a technical person.

All the digital SLR camera reviews I create for this site are done in such a way that even someone without technical knowledge can understand them perfectly, which is a must if you're an amateur looking to buy a digital SLR camera. You will find no deep musings on things that don't matter for you, no graphs and no charts.

The guide will actually be about a story, not a technical manual. You will learn from me what my own experience was with that camera, how well it takes photos when you use it in the real world. You will also read about any tips I might have for you about using that model.

You will learn from all the digital SLR camera reviews how they operate in the real world for normal photography. They will not be about taking photos of models that have lights on them, it will be about taking photos of real subjects.

2. I'm not biased

What do I mean by that?

I don't work for a digital camera company. I just another electronics gadget consumer that has an opinion to express.

What I'm trying to say is that the reviews I write contain only my own personal opinions on the SLR cameras that I test. There is no bias towards a certain manufacturer or camera model, only the truth.

On this site, cameras get the ratings I think they deserve, so the number of cameras with perfect ratings will be very low. If I would give all the cameras the best ratings, that will not help you when choosing a digital SLR.

By following the advice I will give you in my digital SLR camera reviews, you can be sure that what you buy will actually help you when taking photos in the real world.

วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 16 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

SLR 35mm Camera Guide

If you're trying to become a professional photographer you might want to ditch the old camera and buy yourself a brand new SLR. Don't worry about choosing the wrong camera because below you'll find a great set of instructions that you'll find very useful while shopping.

SLR stands for single-lens reflex and if you're ready to make the big step toward it a 35mm will help you along the way. This is the best camera format for high-quality images and it's way better than wide-angle lenses, macro lenses or even zoom lenses.

On the other hand, a SLR camera is pretty expensive (almost $5,000) not to mention the rest of its accessories. Why is that? Because it simply offers the best control over the image. The technology behind SLRs uses regular 35mm films: black and white films, infrared films, transparency films and color negative films but you can also find a few models that still use 24mm Advanced Photo System films.

Autofocus vs. Manual Focus

Before buying a SLR you should decide if you want manual or auto focus (AF or MF). If you want AF you should know a few important details about these cameras:

- the electronics can let you down when you need them the most;

- the battery consumption is very high;

- the AF lenses can be pretty difficult to focus by hand especially when you want to switch to manual focus;

- the image provided by AF cameras is not exactly what you'd hoped for and that's mainly because of the limited range of their infrared beams;

- the autofocus is not very silent compared to the manual focus;

- the AF lenses are very often surrounded by plastic components that are not as durable as you may think.

If you use a manual focus you'll see that you'll be the one setting the focus, the shutter and the aperture and for most photographers that's simply great.

A few great manufacturers like Nikon, Pentax and Olympus use few electronics when making a manual focus SLR and this will help you better understand how all this works. Last but not least, a manual camera is considerably cheaper than an autofocus one.

To sum up all the above it's very important for you to know exactly what type of focus you want to use because otherwise you'll be spending a lot of money on a camera that won't be able to make the pictures you want.

วันอังคารที่ 14 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Choosing a Type of Digital Camera (DSLR, Bridge Or Instant?)

One of the initial barriers to entering the digital photography field is selecting appropriate equipment. The sheer range of cameras and paraphernalia available is both breathtaking and daunting simultaneously.

One of the easiest ways to narrow your search is to decide what kind of camera you require by thinking about what you want from it. There are three main types of camera out there for those entering the world of digital photography.

If you are planning on taking your digital camera out and about with you, possibly on a night out on the tiles, perhaps a simple point-and-click camera would be most suitable for you. They behave in a similar way to a mobile phone camera with the whole process being very compact and easy making it ideal for snapping without flapping around with dozens of settings. The results of these point and shoot cameras are often very impressive and as far as simple, good quality photography goes they are hard to fault; especially as many of them begin to allow more manual control over the shooting process.

Then there is the awkward middle ground. This is filled with an aptly named range of 'bridge' cameras which resemble the more complex DSLR cameras despite being closer to the simpler, instant point and shoot cameras. They have non-removable lenses, different internal workings and often have smaller sensors. All this in theory suggests they are weaker than entry level DSLR cameras but this isn't strictly the case. More often than not, the lens found on bridge cameras is superior in quality to kit lenses supplied with DSLR cameras. The quality of the lens is a huge factor to consider when trying to achieve good quality images.

Finally there are digital single lens reflex cameras (DSLR). These cameras tend to encompass all features found on the simpler as well as having full manual controls. These cameras tend to be more expensive and as a rule come with a poor standard lens. The main plus for these cameras is the expandability that can be achieved through changing the lenses and adding accessories to hep you take the best photographs possible. The main downsides are the costs involved for both the main body of the camera and for additional lenses and the bulky nature of them. It is also worth considering that removable lenses on DSLR cameras usually only fit one brand of camera so if you choose a Sony DSLR as your first camera and purchase lenses you will be locked into buying further Sony DSLR cameras in the future if you want to use your existing kit.

So which camera? It is best not to get caught up with the megapixel war as often this is almost irrelevant - it is accepted that five megapixels is all you would need to blow pictures up to A4 size! What is worth considering is what you want from the camera, how you want your hobby to evolve and what you feel most comfortable with. Price is a factor, however high end instant cameras and bridge cameras are easily in the range of entry level DSLRs.

Personally speaking I opted for an entry DSLR (the Sony a200) and I love it. The entry level lens is below the quality you find in bridge cameras of similar price, but I plan on using a range of lenses as my hobby develops to take specialist shots. However, if I was going to spend the majority of my time taking pictures of scenery or people from standard distances without getting too arty I would have chosen a bridge camera with the single, better quality lens and further if I wanted to carry the camera with me and take drunken pictures I would have gone for the most compact option in the form of an instant camera.

Do research, read as many reviews as you can and ask people who enjoy photography what they think just be wary that they might well be biased and only be willing to suggest equipment made by the same manufacturer as they use. Once you know which cameras appeal to you most try and get into a shop and play about with them. Feel the quality of the finish and use the controls and see if you feel comfortable with them. I had my heart set on a Nikon D40 until I had a chance to play with one alongside the Sony A200.

Overall take your time, have a play with cameras that are on your short list and consider what you actually want from a camera. Most cameras are capable of taking beautiful pictures suitable for most purposes. You need to select the hardware that matches all your criteria be it a DSLR, a bridge or an instant camera.

วันจันทร์ที่ 13 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

SLR Digital Camera For Everyday Use

For some people, taking pictures has already become a part of everyday life. It does not matter whether they are a professional photographer or not, the important thing is that they are happy chronicling everyday lives through their pictures.

While this may seem to be a pretty mundane task for some, taking pictures of all sorts of things can actually turn out to be a pretty good thing. Most especially now since the SLR Digital Camera has been the go-to camera of a lot of people, chronicling each and every little thing that happens has become a lot easier and definitely more convenient. All they have to do is just fill up their SLR Digital Camera's memory card with the wonderful pictures that they took. Then once there is no more space for additional photos, just load up your memory card onto your laptop or PC's memory card reader and voila, you have just uploaded picture after picture of priceless memories that you will now be able to cherish forever.

Apart from a convenient way of storing memories, you can also start to create your very own online portfolio filled with the pictures that you took with your SLR Digital Camera. Just log on the Internet to get a nice sampling of the various online photo hosting sites which can act as your online gallery.

Aside from being used to create keepsakes, SLR Digital Cameras also come in handy for reporters and writers who need to have nice pictures to accompany the text of their reports and stories. While there are definitely professional photographers who work for newspapers and magazines, there are still times when the reporter or writer do not have one of the in-house photographers to tag along and take pictures for them. So what do they do?

They just hope for the best and pray that the press relations representative can be able to provide them with some nice photos that they can use for their write up. But what if the situation is not that easy? What if you were part of an exclusive press junket abroad and everyone back home is expecting you to be able to provide not just a kick-ass article but great photos to support the story as well? So you once again hope for the best and come the press launch, you take out your dingy point and shoot digital camera and got embarrassed for a second when you see the other reporters bring out their bulky but super high-tech SLR Digital Cameras. But that's life and its either you continue living your professional life like that or finally reward your efforts with a brand new SLR Digital Camera.

You see, professional photographers are not the only ones who rely on sophisticated equipment like SLR Digital Cameras to make their work life a lot easier. So if you are thinking of buying your own kick ass SLR Digital Camera, do not think that it'll just be a waste of money. Once you get the hang of using it you will realize how a SLR Digital Camera truly is a great photography tool even for everyday use.

วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 9 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Drunk History Vol. 6 Featuring John C. Reilly, and Crispin Glover

Watch the amazing story of Nikola Tesla (John C. Reilly); the father of Western Technology, who sailed to America to meet Thomas Edison (Crispin Glover) and work for him. Late one night Duncan Trussell had a six pack of beer and a bottle of absinthe and sat down to tell us about this historical event. Starring John C. Reilly & Crispin Glover Featuring Craig Anstett, Duncan Trussell & Jeremy Konner Directed by Jeremy Konner Created by Derek Waters Written by Derek Waters & Tom Gianas Edited by Neil Mahoney Original Music by Eban Schletter Cinematography by Hiro Murai Production Design by Ryan Berg Art Direction by Sara Kugelmass & David Michael Max Eric Binns: First Assistant Director Charity Ozarowski: Associate Director Tim D. Lloyd: Boom Operator Zsolt Magyar: Sound Mixer Visual Effects by Dustin Bowser Clay Jeter: Camera Operator Wardrobe: Kim Carleton & Paula Elins Assitant Editor: James Atkinson



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วันพุธที่ 8 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Digital SLR Comparison - 2009 and 2010 Entry-Level Cameras

For most people, making the decision to invest in a digital SLR camera is not something that can be taken lightly. The cost of a DSLR can be a lot more than a simple point-and-shoot camera, especially if you intend to purchase additional lenses and other accessories. However, if you love taking photos and would like to extend your skills, buying a good entry-level digital SLR camera will surely be worth every cent that you spend as you'll be able to experiment with more advanced techniques and produce beautiful photos that you can keep forever.

This digital SLR comparison between three of the current most popular entry-level cameras should help you to decide which camera is best for you. The three DSLRs I'll be comparing are:

-Canon EOS 1000D
-Nikon D60
-Sony DSLR-A200

These are all great entry-level cameras in my opinion, but they all have different pros and cons. The cheapest of the three is the Sony DSLR-A200 which can be found for as cheap as $400. The Canon EOS 1000D and the Nikon D60 are both currently about $500, though prices can vary depending on where you look and whether you buy them as part of a package or not.

The Sony is the heaviest, weighing 532g, the Nikon is the second heaviest at 495g and the Canon weighs just 450g. Neither is necessarily better; it really comes down to your personal preference, so if you can you should try to hold the cameras in a shop to see if you prefer a heavier or lighter weight body.

The Sony and the Nikon both use CCD type sensors and have a 10.2 megapixel effective resolution. The Canon uses a CMOS type sensor and has a 10.1 megapixel effective resolution. There is some debate over which type of sensor is superior and both have their own advantages and disadvantages, however the distinctions are minimal and shouldn't make any noticeable difference to the average photographer.

Image stabilization is built into the body of the Sony camera, allowing you take sharper photos even if you're hands are a little shaky. The Canon and the Nikon both also offer image stabilization but it is built into their lenses instead. This may mean that you have to spend a bit more when you buy your camera's lenses if you want to have this feature included.

In order to achieve consistent exposure when taking photos, it's important to have a good range of ISO sensitivity. In a digital SLR camera [http://www.digital-slr-comparison.info/category/panasonic-digital-slr-cameras], this is the equivalent of measuring the film speed. The Canon and the Nikon cameras both have an ISO sensitivity of 100-1600, whereas the Sony has a much better range at 100-3200. This may mean that its better at capturing photos in low lighting conditions.

The monitor size on the Sony digital SLR camera is the largest at 2.7" compared to 2.5" on the Canon and the Nikon cameras. However the Sony and the Nikon do not have a 'Live View' function. Only the Canon has this feature so you don't have to look through the view finder to take your photos, you can preview everything on its LCD screen.

My personal advice is not to get too hung up on all the details between each model when making a digital SLR comparison. The most important consideration should be finding a digital SLR camera that you're comfortable with using. You should also bear in mind that the body of the camera is not as important as the lenses. It's easy to get bogged down picking through all the different features that the various brands and models offer, but the sooner you pick up a DSLR, the sooner you'll be on your way to producing high quality photographs!

วันอังคารที่ 7 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Tips To Quickly Learn How To Use Any Digital SLR Camera

Those Canon commercials on the radio touting how easy it is to get shots like the professionals, if you buy a Rebel XTi have been effective, face it.So you've gone out and bought a digital single lens reflex camera. Now read the owner's manual from front to back. But really who wants to do that? Follow these tips if you're feeling overwhelmed by the thick manual. Here's what you should know to just "operate the camera." I say "operate" because you're not in total control and you are letting the camera do its thing for you.

Set the camera on auto. If there is full auto, do so. The idea here is to take some pictures to give you something to work with.

Download the images to your computer. There are usually 2 options for this although a 3rd one now exist which is quite spiffy but may not be for everyone.
First option requires you to install driver software on your computer and connect your camera via a cable (usually USB 2.0) The 2nd option using an external card reader is the one I recommend because it doesn't drain your camera's battery and your camera doesn't need to be tethered to your computer.This allows you to continue shooting if you have another memory card. Why wait around? Life is too short and those memory cards are so cheap now. Your 3rd option, if your camera uses the "sd" or secure digital type, involves buying a Wi-Fi enabled memory card. This special sd cards can transfer your images wirelessly to your computer through your WiFi network to your computer and then upload it to the numerous photo-sharing websites.

Format the memory card. When the card is full and after you've downloaded those images to your computer, this setting erases the images on the card and frees it up to be re-used again and again.
Once you've mastered steps 1,2 & 3, you're ready to be dangerous and proceed with reckless abundance. Jump around your owner's manual to figure out how to change these settings next

ISO. ISO refers to the sensitivity of the ccd or charged couple device. If you were a film shooter, this is like having the ability to change film speed in mid-roll.You might find yourself in poor light, so this is a must.

Shutter Speed and Aperture. Select aperture priority and set the lens aperture to f 5.6 .So long as you don't get some sort of protest from your camera, you should be fine. If the shutter speed drops below something you can't hand hold, some cameras will beep or kick in the built-in flash (assuming you have one on the top of the camera)
If you're shooting a moving subject, choose shutter priority and see if you can take a picture at 1/500 second. Again, if there is insufficient light, there's usually some indication. The focus point in my camera changes color from green to yellow as an indicator. Yours may have something similar.

White Balance. The default on the camera is automatic white balance. That works for 95% of the time. Since you've invested the money in a fancier camera, why not see what you've paid for? If you don't try changing the white balance manually, you will never know. Generally there is daylight, overcast, florescent, incandescent, auto and custom. The surest way to know is to test by taking the same subject under all the different lighting conditions and then open up the image on your computer. That little lcd (liquid crystal display) monitor on the camera is not a good gauge.

Compression. This is the setting or what is known as "quality" that the camera will record your images. Used to be more of an issue when memory cards were expensive. These days everyone has a drawer full of these cards because most folks never download their images like in the film days, they never developed that roll of film until they absolutely have to.The only difference is memory cards supposedly can store your images indefinitely without any degradation.Film because of its chemical nature deteriorates.

Auto focus sensor. By default most cameras have this "red" cursor centered. You want to be able to change this unless you want your subject to always be in the center.

So there you have it. Other features like auto bracketing and burst rate or continuous or predictive focusing are secondary. Those settings will be useful after you've mastered Tips 1 through 8.

วันจันทร์ที่ 6 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Getting the Best Digital SLR Camera on the Cheap

Once you've made the decision, that a tiny point and shoot cameras simply aren't going to cut it for you any longer, you've probably started looking in to the world of cameras known as SLR. SLR stands for single lens reflex, and if you think that sounds confusing, you ain't seen nothin' yet. There's a whole jungle of tech terms you get to learn, if you proceed further down this path.

Well, depending on the kind of shopper your are, or how much information you like to digest before making a purchase, you can be in for quite a ride on your quest towards buying a digital SLR. It's my intention here, to help make that ride as painless as possible.

So, without much further adieu, let's dive right in. If your a fan of technology, your gonna love this stuff, as there is an almost limitless array of jargon, and technological advancements you can learn about with SLR cameras. That information should serve you well in making your final decision however. As, that same technology that has given the consumer a wonderful number of features, has also forced the manufacturers to be extremely competitive with one another. The result many a lot of very capable SLR cameras loaded with features at pretty affordable prices.

What I'm trying to say here, is that just about any SLR camera you end up buying will be a good one. That's not to say, that there aren't some lemons. If you stick with one of the major established brands, like Canon, Nikon, or Olympus your pretty much guaranteed to make a good choice. The Nikon D60, the Canon Rebel line (XT, XTi, XSi, T1i), or an Olympus Evolt E510 are all excellent choices. Considering you'll pay the same or less for one of those, that you would have paid for a basic point-and-shoot camera five years ago, is a testament to how far digital cameras have evolved.

Given the quality of all the top brands, the major differentiating factor between the final quality of your photographs has very little to do with the camera. That major factor is the person behind the shutter button. You, the photographer. Learning more about the art of what makes a good picture would be a good investment on your part. As well as spending some hands on time with the cameras your considering. Either borrow a friends camera, or sweet talk the sales clerk at your local photo shop into letting you take one home for a few days.

Taking a lot of practice shots, in diverse environments, will give you a pretty good idea of how much you like or dislike different cameras. Try taking pictures at parties, weddings, sporting events, sunsets, sunrises, or just around the house and neighbourhood for a few days.

Don't get overly hung up on technical specifications for each camera. A few extra megapixels here and there aren't going to make much difference. For a first time SLR buyer, as long as you get a good lens, with at least 8 or 10 megapixels, and a solidly constructed camera body, you'll be content.

If you really have a burning desire to delve deeper into specifications, tech jargon, and features, then go right ahead. I know that for some, that's just part of the fun of buying a camera, or any product. Just remember, in the long run, it's a lot more fun to be taking pictures than just reading about taking pictures.

วันอาทิตย์ที่ 5 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Modern Warfare: Frozen Crossing Pt. 2

Making of: www.youtube.com Missed Part 1? See it here: www.youtube.com SOUND DESIGN BEHIND THE SCENES: www.youtube.com Full credits: www.corridor-digital.com Finally - part 2 is here! Hopefully we delivered this in a reasonable amount of time. Thanks to people graciously helping us for the sake of making a fun action movie, we managed to do all of this for a total of just over $600. A little pricier than the first, but totally worth it. Also if you're a super nerd, see if you can find when Spectre gets an achievement. We are not authorized, nor affiliated in any way with Activision or Infinity Ward. Just dudes with computers as usual! And if you want a Part 3, let us know in the comments below! Also, Spectre is equipping OMA on this, hence the weapon switching. DIRECTED BY Niko Pueringer & Sam Gorski PRODUCED BY James Sicignano, Robert Setari, Robert Hooven ASSOCIATE PRODUCER Hilary Glaholt MADE POSSIBLE BY Think Big Productions CAMERA EQUIPMENT AND GEAR Invision Productions, Shane Valdes AIRSOFT EQUIPMENT AND TACTICAL GEAR Freddie Mac and Alan Hu SPECTRE/MARCO Daz Crawford ANJA Lisa Catara DUST Robert Hooven LIAM Robert Setari HQ Heldine Aguiluz DIMITRI (AKIMBO THUG) David Mutchler WAREHOUSE THUGS Neil Sandilands, Freeman White III, James Sicignano, Mark Ritchie GLA MILITIAMEN Kevin McMahon, Freddie Mack, Aaron Yohe-Mellor, Jake Watson EDITING / VISUAL EFFECTS / COLOR BY Corridor Digital (our company!) SOUND DESIGN BY Freddie Wong MUSIC Rich Douglas ENDING THEME Sam ...



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วันศุกร์ที่ 3 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Where To Find Digital Camera Bargains

Digital camera bargains can save the consumer hundreds of dollars on some of the best rated digital cameras. If you are looking for digital SLR cameras, the Canon EOS Rebel XTi is priced under six hundred dollars. The Nikon D40 6.1 Megapixel Digital SLR with the 18 and 55mm lens is priced under five hundred dollars. These two cameras are comparable for some features, but you will want to compare other cameras as well that are in the same price range or a bit more expensive. The Olympus Evolt E-330 7.5 Megapixel Digital SLR is a little over nine hundred dollars, but the pixels are higher than the Canon or the Nikon.

The Olympus Evolt E-410 10 Megapixel Digital SLR and the Canon Digital Rebel XT 8 Megapixel Digital SLR are both right around four hundred dollars. The Canon only has a 1.8-inch LCD screen while the Olympus has a 2.5-inch LCD screen. The Olympus has a image stabilizer while the Canon has a multi lens capability. For the money, one would buy the Olympus over the Canon although they are the same price.

The digital point and shoot digital cameras bargains are even more of a savings. You do not have all the features of the SLR, but the megapixels do compare. Digital photography has many different users with different needs.

A word of warning when using megapixels to compare digital cameras. Be sure to check for image sensor (CCD) quality and size as well. Too many megapixels crammed into a small image sensor will affect your overall image quality. That's an easy way to determine a real digital camera bargain.

วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 2 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Choosing the Best SLR Digital Camera

For many looking to take the next step in their photography endeavors, the digital SLR camera is a logical choice. For those that don't already know, SLR stands for "single-lens reflex," which refers the internal mirror mechanism that allows the photographer to see the complete image before the shutter is clicked. Unlike older point-and-shoot style cameras where the viewfinder image may not match the final image, an SLR system allows the user to see the image as it will be captured on the digital media. While all modern point-and-shoot digital cameras contain a LCD screen that essentially serves the same purpose as an SLR's mirror system, there are still several distinct advantages that a SLR has over any other camera type. Amateur and professional photographers alike continue to choose the SLR for the simple fact that no LCD screen can match the visual superiority of a direct-viewed SLR viewfinder.

Perhaps the biggest advantage of an SLR camera is the ability it offers to interchange lenses of different types to achieve an array of different results. Although many fixed-lens cameras contain an outstanding general purpose lens, this one lens cannot accomplish all things. This is particularly true when the goal is to capture images in unusual situations (low light, extreme telephoto) or when performing macro or other specialty photography. So, what is the best SLR digital camera option for you? This is a question that can only be answered through careful analysis of your individual situation. The points listed below should help to get you on the right track.

1. Identify Your Price Range - as with anything you're looking to research, it's important to first identify your desired price range. The last thing you want to do is to get excited about a particular camera only to realize that it's out of your price range. Fortunately, there are SLR's at every price range that will satisfy the basics of image capture. Prices typically go up based on specific requirements (resolution, speed, crop factor, etc.). Typically, an entry level SLR camera is priced at around $500-700.

2. Intended Usage - there is no point in spending $5000 on the most advanced full frame digital SLR if you intend to use the camera to take casual photos of your children or friends. An entry level camera will perform such tasks extremely well and will be priced much more attractively. Ask yourself the following questions - what types of photos do I typically take? What types of photography might interest me in the near future? How important is portability and camera weight? What size prints will I be printing?

3. Brand preference - I started taking photos using the Canon system and have since purchased many Canon SLR cameras. While Canon certainly isn't the only producer of high quality cameras, their cameras have a certain look and feel that I've grown accustomed to. I can pick up just about any Canon camera and instantly grasp how to operate it. Be sure to try out several different brands to find one that works for you. The camera should feel right in your hands and the button layouts should made logical sense for you.

วันพุธที่ 1 ธันวาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Kim Jong Kook - This is the Person MV (English Sub)

So... I found out (well I guess I always knew), I'm little short on money. LoL Might have to hold off on the traveling for a while. So February upload might be more consistent than I expected. = P always schedule kickass things(like jakayatt says), so even if you fail, you still have "ok" things to do. If you start with "ok" things and doesn't work out, you have "crap" things to do. SO start big! good and bad ---------------------------- BIG BANG BIG SHOW CONCERT I never been in the Seoul area, so I thought I would have hard time finding the concert place. It was relatively easy. All I had to was follow the trail of screaming girls in skirts. URG! they didn't allowed camera ! that blew ! there was some highlights 1. I don't even know the song but DaeSung hit this extremely high note. A beautiful falsetto. It even turned me on. Being musician, I have to say it had to be higher than high D. 2. IRIS! Big Bang- Hallelujah song was good. TOP tore the stage apart. I guess show is popular as much as the drama 3. A girl passed out during the concert. I thought she was just tired of standing so she just sat down to chill. I was next to her the whole time. I was like "girl, you missing out the good show!." Then a guy in medical jacket came and she literally missed out lol. 4. TOP's new solo song was introduced. I guess tahts why camera wasn't allowed. Despite people actually got the song. Its either called terminal or turn it up? I couldn't understand his fobby english. I heard ...



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วันอาทิตย์ที่ 28 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

Canon Rebel T2i - The Greatest Rebel

Canon has hit a home run with the Canon Rebel T2i (aka 550D)!

The entry level digital SLR is getting rave reviews just about everywhere in the photography community. It is being applauded as the greatest sub-$1000 dslr camera now on the market.

What is all the hype about? Why is this little digital camera getting all the headlines in the photography community?

There is no official data to support this statement, but it seems that the set of features of the new Rebel is very much like another recent launch in the Canon line-up, the 7D, at roughly one-half the cost.

The price distinction is not unsubstantiated, but unless you are an extremely discerning professional, it would be tough to tell the distinction in photos and video relating to these two digital SLR cameras.

Pleasure from the total picture taking adventure is perhaps the most important motive for getting a new Canon Rebel T2i.. The convenience of using the controls to command your digital camera to get the exact picture you want. Is it depth of field you want to manage? Or do you want to get an award winning action shot of your kid's football game? All this is possible with a terrific digital SLR camera.

And how about this.. No more waiting around for the digital camera to make up its mind to finally "snap" the image, seemingly an eternity after you pushed the shutter button.

Digital SLR buyers are truly thrilled about the inclusion of video. And in the 550D, the quality of the video output is vastly improved. Despite the fact that there are some other versions of DSLR cameras that have video, and the first few cameras that had video did not do it that well. Now, with the 550D video has reached a quality that is very remarkable. Point and shoot camera owners that take lots of video are now finding a compelling reason to finally move up to a DLSR.

Another improvement is the ISO, or low light picture capability. Digital SLR cameras have always had the capacity to create far better pictures than point and shoot cameras, particularly in low light situations. However, previously the pictures taken at higher ISO settings (which is required in low light) had too much noise, especially over the 800 ISO level. This is no longer true. It is now possible with the Canon Rebel T2i to take great photos at even ISO 3200 or ISO 6400. This is a key advantage for people who like to take pictures at indoor events or at night.

A fantastic way to learn whether a new camera is worthy of your consideration is to check with individuals who have recently actually spent money to buy one. The amount of remarks from those people have been on the rise and most are extremely positive.

Here are three comments that seemed particularly relevant:

"Have owned all Rebels except the 500D,and this is easily the best. It's the best small DSLR on the market by a good bit."
"I just got the camera (upgraded from the 300D). I didn't think much of the "Live View" as an option before I bought it. I can see I'll be using this as an advantage... The "quick control" button is going to be game changer for me also, it is much easier to see what all the setting are at and I can make changes from the screen directly."
"I'm impressed with the quality of shots in low-low light, this was using kit lens... After parking an older Rebel (film version) for the digital point and shoots, this camera feel like going home after a long absence..is loaded with great features."

Is it time for you to make the move to a Canon Rebel T2i digital SLR camera? You will have to decide for yourself, but there are very few purchasers who have encountered buyer's remorse with this little gem.

วันเสาร์ที่ 27 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

The Best SLR For Beginners

If your just getting started with digital cameras and wondering, what's the best SLR for beginners, you've come to the right place. While there can be quite a few to choose from, this article should simplify your buying process considerably. It's about time you began acting your age, and get some serious toys to play with. SLR digital cameras used to be pricey, but not anymore. I'm sure this all be exactly what you need, but I also appreciate how scary those DSLR cameras can be.

Personally, I think anything from the Canon Rebel SLR lineup would be good entry level cameras, as is the Nikon D60 and D40.

OK, don't hide in the shadows, let's dive right into the fray. This sounds a little off the wall, but the cool stuff packed in these babies, is fun to play with. Stick with me, and I'll make it worthwhile. It's not a easy business selling cameras, and no one is more aware of that, then the companies that want to sell you a camera. The good news for you lucky reader, is better cameras every year, at prices the average consumer jumps at.

Well, it's time to make your life a little bit easier. I will guarantee, that you will be tickled pink with your next SLR, no matter which of the top SLR cameras you buy. Every camera in this stalwart group of fine cameras is worth every penny asked for. Any of these cameras are sure to banish any buyers remorse. Anything from the Canon Rebel lineup would be good. I always liked the Olympus Evolt model line, or the Nikon D90.

For as long as I've been following digital cameras, even I am surprised at the camera deals on the market today. When you think about what comes with the best SLR for beginners, it's a small price to pay. Everyone who spent big bucks for an early model digital camera knows what I mean.

Don't make the mistake of assuming the digital camera used is the most influential contributor in your picture taking process. You already utilize the best tool of picture taking equipment, and that would be your own skill as a photographer. A gifted photographer can take inspiring photographs with just about any lens and body.

At the moment, buying a camera via the web seems to be a better deal. If your looking for different options, and the lowest available prices, it would seem obvious to buy a digital camera online.

As so many others have found, buying the best SLR for beginners should be simple. Time to decide. Well, are you going to shop till you drop, or just pick one and look for a few Kodak moments?

วันศุกร์ที่ 26 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

Turks and Caicos

Join hostess Lisa Gleave as she introduces you to some of the most beautiful locations and hottest models in the world. They travel to this island chain in the Caribbean for sand, sun, fun, and some hard work posing for the camera in what used to be a pirate paradise but is now a playground for the affluent and beautiful. A scuba diving expedition lead to the discovery of wildlife that is almost as captivating as our beauties. A trip to a local bar leads to a night of great food and wild dancing. Deep sea fishing provides a relaxing escape from the realities of modeling, as does a quick snorkeling trip. A trip to the spa for a serene, ocean view massage and fine dining at a top-notch resort round out this tropical paradise.All of this plus footage of the models' sizzling photo shoots on Bikini Destinations: Turks and Caicos. Established as one of the world's most popular shows featuring beautiful women, top bikini models travel to spectacular distant locales for dramatic photo shoots. High definition cameras are rolling on every detail as the girls do what they do best: look stunning on camera and enjoy the sweet nectar of life.



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วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 25 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

Splinter Cell Speed Run Part 3 - Defense Ministry

This is a speed run for Splinter Cell. This is the PC version. I did not do this speed run. I got it from www.speeddemosarchive.com. I got it for all those Splinter Cell fans out there, and non-fans alike. So please don't accuse me of copyright infringement, or plagurism. Enjoy. Best time on PC version: Hard mode 1:35:00 by Jeff 'Lord Revan' Richardson on 16.09.05. Author's comments: This is my third speed run. I did two Kotor speed runs and felt like moving on to something different. Splinter Cell is a game that I absolutely love. I got it free with my video card and loved it ever since. This is a straight speed run. I don't try to avoid alarms, except where necessary. I looked at the run for the playstation that was up, but I found that there was little I could learn form it. The levels are quite different and he did a no alarm run. Level One: Training. This is an annoying level that is presents little speed running opportunities. The only real trick is jumping off the platform. The rest is just memorizing what you can get away with. Level Two: Police Station. Pretty easy level. Hardest part is the two guards talking to the drunk. I got really lucking with the shooting. Most of my kills were with one shot. Worst part was hooting that damn camera. It took me fice shots to do it. I can't believe I missed the guy at the computer. That never happened before, but it led to a more exciting finish with me having to kill the two guys in the next room. Level Three: Defense ...



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วันพุธที่ 24 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

HTC Wildfire — A closer look

The HTC Wildfire is one of our friendliest phones yet. It features app-sharing, so you can recommend your favorite apps to your friends; Friend Stream so you can see Facebook, Twitter and Flickr updates in one place; And HTC Caller ID so you can see what the latest Facebook status of the person who'e calling you.



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วันอังคารที่ 23 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

The Best Zoom Digital Camera For 2009

Somewhere, someone decided that there was a gap between the fairly inexpensive point and shoot automatic digital cameras, and the somewhat more sophisticated digital SLR cameras used by many professional photographers.  That biggest feature separating the two cameras was lens zoom.  Hence, was born the ultra zoom, or extended zoom digital cameras.  They're a little bigger to carry around, but usually sport significantly improved lenses over the compact and ultra compact point and shoots.  In addition, they don't require lugging around a case of supporting gear around, like many of the SLR cameras do.

Featuring upwards of 20X optical zoom, these are impressive cameras, and can be the perfect camera for certain situations.  Like when you show up late for the wedding, and get stuck in the back pews.  With these cameras you'll be able to still get great shots of the bride and grooms big kiss, without being mistaken for the official wedding photographer.  As a general note for all these cameras, image stabilization is a gotta-have, unless you happen to have the rock steady hands of a surgeon.

Panasonic Lumix FZ28

This Panasonic model features an 18X zoom lens, and goes for around $350 or less.  the IA (intelligent auto) setting works quite well.  The auto settings are important for many photographers this camera targets as manual tweaking is generally not something a lot of casual photographers do.  Of course, for those who like to make adjustments, the option is there.  The LCD is a nice sized 2.7 inches.  The zoom control seems to be opposite of what I would have expected, but after spending a little time with it, I'm sure most people get used to it.

Canon Powershot SX10 IS

Canon is one of my personal favorite brands, and this camera is one of the reasons why.  This Canon is comparable in price (around $350) to the previously reviewed Panasonic Lumix, but with 20X zoom, instead of just 18.  Even a few die hard SLR owners I've hear from, swear from this camera.  A lens range of 28-560mm is nothing to sneeze at.  Especially with the clarity, and noise free pictures produced by this camera, even at higher ISO settings.  You can of course, get better clarity and image sharpness with a good SLR, but your also going to spend at least double the price to get there.  Not to mention haul a lot more gear around for a SLR.  The other nice thing about this camera, is the ability to capture video files, even if they are in the somewhat more obscure .mov Apple format. 

Olympus SP-565 UZ

You should be able to find this Olympus for under $300 these days. Which is pretty good, when you consider the quality of the 20X zoom lens that comes with it. Some would argue, that is the successor to the somewhat botched Olympus SP565UZ. It's a much better camera, a little bit lighter, and includes both an auto zoom and auto focus feature. The zoom is a joy to work with, and the somewhat advance features of face recognition, and shadow adjustments work as advertised. It's got a cool feature call pre-capture, that I suppose, is the poor mans answer to burst mode offered by many high priced SLRs. It basically allows you to capture up to 10 photos in rapid succession, and then choose the ones you want to keep.

วันจันทร์ที่ 22 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

The Cinnamon Challenge in Super Slow Motion

SAP & Ponce do the Cinnamon Challenge. We used the same kind of camera they used for the slow motion shots in "The Hurt Locker" and shot at 1020 fps (frames per second). We figured if we were gonna jump on the cinnamon challenge band wagon we had to kick it up a notch. Click to TWEET this video: clicktotweet.com Kickass Y5-HDiablo Camera courtesy of IDT: www.idtvision.com Thanks to Ciamac and Hanna for the hookup. Slow Motion rocks... we also had fun with jello... coming soon! Like Ponce's "I Didn't Had Bananas All Day" t-shirt? Get one here: tiny.cc Music written & performed by SAP Windsock, Squirteese, Hanna and Ciamac on cameras SPREAD LOVE, NOT HATE. T-SHIRTS & MORE: abnormalcomedy.com PEEP OUR WEBSITE ponceman.com FACEBOOK US: apps.facebook.com DIG OUR BLOG: theperryboys.wordpress.com TWITTER PONCE: www.twitter.com TWITTER SAP: www.twitter.com



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How To Make A Video Game [Unity3D Basics] Part 1

How To Make A Video Game [Unity3D Basics Tutorial] Part 1. This series shows you how to make a game in Unity3D. It allows you to make games for iPhone, Wii, Mac, PC & Browser. Unity, in my opinion, is the best game engine this side of a million dollars. It's fast, understandable, reliable and the Indie version is free.



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What's the Best SLR Entry Level Camera?

If your thinking about getting a new camera, and wondering what the best SLR entry level camera might be, I have a few suggestions. If your a Canon fan, then the Canon Rebel Xsi, or newer T1i would be excellent choices. If however your partial to Nikon, that have a look and the D90 or D40, depending on your budget.

One of the desired options of single lens reflex cameras, is their flexibility to accommodate several lenses for unique picture taking scenes. Lots of serious and starting photographers enjoy the simplicity of using unique lenses when taking pics. Those enthusiasts that choose not to use a SLR camera end up seeing a skewed representation of their Kodak moment. It's not as bad as you may think, if you don't use zoom, but things can get a little trickier if you try to zoom a picture and are experiencing difficulty with focal length. The DSLR camera removes this obstruction simply because the man and machine share the same scene through the one lens.

While single lens reflex purists may be staging a revolt, the determination by most camera makers including Nikon and Canon to allow customers to use the LCD or viewfinder to set up their images is a positive thing.The beginning of the procedure in Live View, is to engage an additional peripheral sensor to handle the image initiated in the prism mirror. Then, rather than delivering it to a capture sensor, it will be sent to the display screen, which can make the operation slower by quite a bit. While live view has been extremely popular, it often meant forgoing autofocus which seemed a shame. The the newer Canon Rebel has made some progression towards correcting this.

The Many Faces of DSLR Cameras

The SLR Camera That Allows For Multiple Lenses

Traditionally speaking, the SLR camera is represented by this genre. For our purposes, these are the ones we will be hashing out here. As you would anticipate, these DSLR cameras allow for the variety of lenses. With the option of a mixture of lenses, you can capture photographs from just about any distance, focal length, or view.

For example, the majority of cameras with the digital single lens reflex label would fall into this class.

The Best SLR Entry Level Camera Features Without Expensive Lenses

While the DSLR is a grand camera in concept, many individuals are put off by the thought of expensive and heavy lenses. These types of cameras are rare and harder to find and aren't really manufactured much anymore.

As with considering any digital gizmo, it seems logical to look on the internet for sales, and product selection. Specialty neighbourhood camera shops simply can't contend with their over priced retail space and small makes and selection.

วันเสาร์ที่ 20 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

Peterpan - Bintang Di Surga

Produced in 2005, "Bintang Di Surga" or "the star in heaven" by Indonesia's supergroup Peterpan is MTV Indonesia's 2006 Video of The Year Award. Directed by Rizal Mantovani, the video was shot in August 2005 and made quite a lasting impression. Also winner of 4 Indonesian Music Video awards. Including best camera, art, directing. The making involved 20 airsofters & military reenactors, all models are civillian and all weapons are airsoft toyguns. All gears are private property of those who wore them. I am happy to be part of this production, and as an airsofter, just to be on the set with all the gears was like a dream come true.



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วันศุกร์ที่ 19 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

Digital Cameras: Point and Click vs Digital SLR

There are 2 main types of digital cameras available today: the basic cameras (also known as "point and click") and the digital SLR cameras. If you are purchasing a new camera, you may want to consider the benefits to determine which camera type is best for you and your situation.

A basic digital camera gives you the full function to take pictures in any environment. Most of them have specific settings on the camera that you can adjust according to the type of picture that you are planning to take. For example, there may be options for portraits, landscape photos, zoomed-in photos, night scenes, fireworks, etc. Or if you don't want to mess with all of the settings, you can simply set it to automatic and let the camera do all of the work for you.

These simple cameras are easy to use, all you need to do is choose the setting that you prefer and then click the button. They often have zoom capabilities, but the zoom is limited (depending on the camera you are using).

A digital SLR camera is a professional style-camera, this type of camera actually consists of 2 main pieces: the camera body and the lens. There are many different types of lenses that you can use with your camera, some photographers like to have several lenses on hand while others just use 11 lens.

The advantage to using a digital SLR camera lies in the fact that you have more control over the settings and functioning of the camera. I suggest using a digital SLR camera if you having a decent understanding of photography and if you are willing to spend a little bit of time learning how to use the camera.

Both the basic cameras and the digital SLR cameras have their own unique advantages, and there is a model available to fit any need for the novice photographer all the way up to a professional photographer.

วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 18 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

Interview François l'Embrouille 2010

Interview François l'Embrouille 2010 Au cinéma François Damiens s'est lancé en 2006 dans le cinéma, gagnant la reconnaissance avec son rôle de Claudy Focan dans le film Dikkenek, interprétant un personnage grande gueule, pervers, violent et alcoolique. Il a cependant déclaré ne pas arrêter les caméras cachées pour autant. Après avoir gagné une telle notoriété en Belgique qu'il lui est désormais quasiment impossible de piéger les gens sans être reconnu, il opte désormais pour faire ses caméras cachées en France sur Canal+. Damiens a enchainé avec différents noms de la comédie française, notamment Benoît Poelvoorde dans le film Cowboy, Eric & Ramzy dans Seuls Two, ou encore Franck Dubosc dans Incognito. Pour la première fois, il change de registre en jouant le rôle de Simon, personnage troublé, envahissant et impulsif dans La Famille Wolberg, présenté à la Quinzaine des Réalisateurs en 2009Caméras cachées François Damiens a commencé sa carrière en participant à des séries de caméras cachées destinées à être diffusées dans des avions. Il a ensuite connu une grande célébrité avec son personnage de François L'embrouille qu'il utilise dans des caméras cachées, plus élaborées, pour RTL-TVI. Trois DVD recueillant ses meilleurs « pièges » sont sortis et ont tous connu un franc succès en Belgique. Un nouveau DVD est sorti début décembre 2008 intitulé François Damiens : Le tour de France. D'après une entrevue de PlugRTL, c'est à cette occasion qu'il aurait annoncé l'arrêt de ses ...



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The 3-D Camera Technology Behind James Cameron's Avatar

A short video on the new 3-D camera technology behind James Cameron's upcoming film Avatar. Check out the trailer for Avatar here: www.youtube.com Check out our article here: www.telepresenceoptions.com For the best coverage of emerging telepresence technologies please visit the #1 website covering the telepresence revolution @ www.TelepresenceOptions.com



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วันอังคารที่ 16 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

FULL STORY !! Antoine Dodson AWeSOME!! OMG!! lol we LOVE LOVE YOU ANTOINE!!

This is the FULL FUNNY STORY FOR our LOVED Antoine DODSON LOL -- WTF lol lol best video EVER BEST VIDEOO HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF) - Huntsville Police are working to identify a suspect who broke into a woman's apartment, crawled in bed with her, and tried to rape her. Officers are waiting on fingerprint evidence to determine who the suspect is. The break-in happened early Wednesday morning in the 500 block of Webster drive in Huntsville. Kelly Dodson says she was sleeping when the man broke in. Her brother, Antoine rushed in to help but the suspect got away. The Dodson's story became an instant internet sensation. It's the number one watched video on WAFF.com and Youtube. Antoine Dodson now has a Facebook fan page, t-shirt line, even a ring tone. Some viewers question the decision to let Antoine and his sister tell their story. No one could have anticipated this kind of attention. The Dodsons welcomed the news crew on their property and approached us to do an interview. Some do not agree with what Dodson said in his interview, but the fact is, the Dodsons are victims. Like any victim, they have the right to speak out. Within minutes of the story airing, it became a viral internet sensation, taking over popular sites like Facebook and Youtube. There's a rap version of Dodson's interview and now a ring tone clip. So how does Dodson feel about his new found fame? "I know I am so glad because I feel like I belong to someone's TV," he said. Dodson says the situation he and his ...



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วันจันทร์ที่ 15 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

Pure Pwnage At CES Stage6 DivX!

Pure Pwnage At CES Stage6 DivX! Stars: Jarett and Geoff Host: Danielle Wagster Stage Manager: Ben Cote Sound Engineer: Derin Cunning Camera Operator: Jim Vinson Technical Director/Editor: Michelle Osorio Stage6 Link! (Can Download too) stage6.divx.com Stage6 High Definition Version: stage6.divx.com Enjoy!



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วันอาทิตย์ที่ 14 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

Light Painting Tutorial Video - Fun with Photography

Tony teaches you how to do some cool stuff with your camera in this video lesson. This was awesomefarm's entry in the mindbites.com "spread the craft" video contest, where we won the viewer's choice award. Apologies for bad audio; light painting montage starts at around 3:00 ^^ awesomefarm.com



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Nikon D90 DX 12MP Digital SLR Camera

Nikon has been one of the undisputed leaders in the world of photography since its establishment in 1917. The Nikon D90 DX 12.3MP digital SLR camera is the culmination of years of experience and technological development.

With Canon, these two Japanese brands lead the world in the manufacture of cameras. This honest review shows how a quality conscious company has produced such a high spec camera with a wealth of user friendly features.

The Nikon D90 DX 12.3MP digital SLR camera has a solid design and produces stunning image quality. All digital cameras have at their heart, an image sensor which gathers light coming through the lens. Nikon has developed a wide variety of excellent image sensors including the DX-format CMOS sensor. The DX format is more suitable for photographers who require a combination of mobility as well as operability and image quality. The image resolution of this camera is 12.3MP which is more than enough for most photographic requirements.

The 3-inch 920,000-dot LCD colour monitor provides a very accurate review of the image so you can achieve amazingly accurate results. A 170-degree wide viewing angle makes it simple to confirm focus when taking a shot or during Live View. When in HD D-Movie mode, the Nikon D90 DX 12.3MP SLR digital camera can record, cinematic-quality movies with sound, at a fantastic 24 frames per second. To compensate for image blur from camera shake or shooting from a moving car, the D90 also has a vibration reduction system, so no worries if you have shaky hands.

The well positioned buttons allow easy access to certain features without having to go through the menu configuration. Editing of shots can be made on the camera itself such as red-eye correction, inclination of image, distortion caused by lens aberration, fisheye effect and several filter effects.

Nikons image processing engine reproduces superb colour in the digital camera. It can record then store images at super high speed in an uncompressed TIFF format or a compressed JPEG format. It's as if your camera has its own mini developer within!

An efficient energy-saving rechargeable Li-ion battery allows approximately 850 images on a single charge. Enough time for most semi-professional or amateur photographers.

The Nikon Capture software is full of features, but one main one is that it can correct white balance on an image, via a PC, so photographers don't have to be concerned about this while shooting. This is an added advantage.

There is a versatile range of digital cameras from Nikon with the ability to meet the demands of needs and applications. The Nikon D90 DX 12.3MP Digital SLR Camera is ergonomically designed just weighing 620 grams, and offers so many excellent features for any standard of photographer, it is a camera to be reckoned with.

วันศุกร์ที่ 12 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

XAVIER NAIDOO - SCHMETTERLING

SCHMETTERLING - XAVIER NAIDOO WINNER ECHO 2010 !!! Xavier Naidoo - Best National Artist Rock / Pop www.xaviernaidoo.de http www.youtube.com pl.wikipedia.org en.wikipedia.org de.wikipedia.org Xavier Kurt Naidoo (born 2 October 1971 in Mannheim, Germany) is a German singer and songwriter of South African mother and Indian father, who sings in German and occasionally in English. He is known for his soulful voice and has collaborated with several famous artists such as the Wu-Tang Clan's RZA, Deborah Cox and 3-P's Sabrina Setlur, along with the Swiss artist Stress. Many of his lyrics show his deep Christian beliefs. He sings in a number of styles, including soul, R&B and hip hop. His most famous releases include "Ich kenne nichts", "20000 Meilen", "Soul on Fire", "Dieser Weg", "Danke" and "Sie sieht mich nicht", which was featured on the German release of the film soundtrack for Asterix. Naidoo's popularity has massively increased since he joined groups like Söhne Mannheims, and Brothers Keepers and the charity project Zeichen der Zeit in the early 2000s. The first Album was only released in the USA and is called "Seeing is believing", but he was most successful with the 1998 released album "Nicht von dieser Welt". It reached #1 in Germany, #5 in Austria and #12 in Switzerland. He gained major success with the 2002 released album "Zwischenspiel - Alles für den Herrn". The most successful album was released in 2005, entitled "Telegramm für X". The German singer is planning a ...



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วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 11 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2553

Top 3 Recommended Lenses For Your New Nikon D80 Digital SLR Camera

A new Nikon D80 body sitting beside a recently-opened box on your table is one of the most amazing sights to behold. You'd have to get one for yourself to understand the sensation.

A digital SLR camera on its own, however, is pretty much next to useless - you'd need to buy a lens (or two, three or more) in order to start taking photographs with it. The only problem is, there must be something like 1,013 lenses out there to choose from, at least, it starts feeling like it after you spend hours, if not days, thumbing through catalogs and spec sheets, browsing forums, reading debates and arguments over which lenses to buy (or not to buy) and getting advice from one friend too many, other enthusiasts and professionals in the field.

All you'd really like to know now is, what are the best lenses for your Nikon D80?

I have some good news for you - if you're simply coming into SLR photography for personal pleasure, as a pastime or simply to get better pictures for sharing with your family and friends, I can quickly list down 3 lenses you can get right now without having to bust your bank account. From the selections below, simply select lens #1 only, #2 only, #3 only, #1 & #2 or #1 & #3 depending on your budget.

Nikon Lens #1 - The Nikkor 50mm f/1.8D AF lens. For $100 or less, there is no other lens out there that can give you sharper images for the money. You can buy $400 lenses which give marginally sharper pictures, but the 50mm f/1.8 lens has the highest sharpness / dollar-spent ratio in the industry. Its maximum 1.8 aperture also allows you to take great-looking portraits with a blurred background, the kind you see in some professional shots. It's small, it's light, it's great for taking photos in dimly-lit locations where flash is not allowed.

Nikon Lens #2 - The Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF AF-S DX Zoom lens. That was a mouthful, wasn't it? Yes, this is a zoom lens, unlike the 50mm f/1.8 mentioned above. Meaning you can take big-group shots in tight locations and include everybody into the picture, and it also allows you to go to 70mm for relatively tight portrait shots. Hunt around for $320-ish prices, and not a penny more, at your camera stores. Before the availability of Lens #3 that I'm about to mention, this glass was a firm favourite among many casual photographers who shoot travel and vacation images.

Nikon Lens #3 - The Nikkor 18-200mm F/3.5-5.6g IF-ED AF-S DX VR.This lens is so hot. How so? Well, it's hot enough to be out-of-stock at virtually all stores, but you can find one if you're a walk-in customer, and Nikon is bending backwards to ramp up production to meet demand. Why is it hot? Well, because it's the only lens on the market offering such a huge zoom range, with fast autofocus action and even a VR mechanism that helps you get steady shots without the use of flash. You'll appreciate how useful the VR is if you're in a museum that doesn't allow you to use flash and tripods - the new version of the VR technology Nikon made available on this lens allows you to eliminate handshake at ever slower shutter speeds which beats out the VR capability in more expensive, but older lenses. $750 is all you need to own this lens which you can take 90% of your shots with.

So, there you have it, the lowdown on which lens to get for your D80. Are there better lenses to be had? Of course, but you'll be paying through the nose for those, and the high prices can only be justified if you have special requirements in your photography pursuit, or if you're an enthusiast who cannot tolerate not having the absolute best lenses on hand. Be careful though, lusting over pricier and bigger lenses without knowing how to value or profit from them is only going to mean more money down the drain.

Good luck in your decision, and enjoy an amazing photographic experience with your new D80 and lenses!