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• Professional Photography  By : Habib Abdul
  If you are naïve, passionate, and want to do something exclusive, If you'd like to consider photography as something more than just a creative outlet or a hobby you may be on your way to discovering a new career path, the one that would lead you the success and top profiles. This is not to say that becoming a photographer is easy, nor is it to say that all the people who want to become professional photographers will attain their goal. The photography industry is cutthroat and competitive. There are more people who want to become world renowned photographers than there are spaces to fill.
• How to Buy the Right Digital Camera  By : Heather Colman
  Finding the right digital camera can be a hard decision for you to make because there are so many different types, brands, styles ...
• What is DPI – Dots Per Inch?  By : ziv haparnas
  You have probably heard this term many times before especially in the context of printing your digital photos. DPI is sometimes used as a measurement of digital photo printing quality while the truth is that DPI is an indicator of the printer quality.
• What is PPI – Pixels Per Inch?  By : ziv haparnas
  The term PPI is not used much. Many people confuse PPI with DPI or have never heard the term PPI. PPI is a measurement of the quality of a print and understanding this term and what the number means can help you determine the right sizes and resolutions for your next digital photo print.
• Scanning paper prints to digital photos on your hard disk  By : ziv haparnas
  Sometimes you find yourself in a situation when you have to scan paper prints, negatives or slides and store them as digital photos on your computer. Although the reason for doing that can vary there are some common considerations to scanning paper prints. In this article we will go over some of them and try to make your scanning experience easier.
• How to choose a camera with the right number of Mega Pixels?  By : ziv haparnas
  The race for mega pixels has started and there is no way to stop it. Every few months cameras with more pixels hit the market. The manufacturers want you to dump your old camera and buy the newest and greatest one after all aren’t 10 mega pixels better than just 8? Apparently the answer is not that simple.
• Keep Your Photos Safe  By : ziv haparnas
  Are you backing up your precious photos? our computers and removable storage media are full with experiences and precious moments. However electronic media is not safe. Hard disks crash and removable media fails. Although disaster does happen we all tend to ignore it. Most people do not back up their photos or other important files. Read our short article of how to keep your photos safe.\
• Understanding Photo Printing Paper Sizes or What is 4XD?  By : ziv haparnas
  Online printing services are starting to offer digital compatible paper sizes. It is common today to order prints on paper sizes such as 4XD. In this article we will try to explain what does 4XD mean and why the old paper sizes do not work for digital cameras.
• Pros and Cons of Battery Technologies Used in Cameras – Choose the Right One for You  By : ziv haparnas
  Like other portable consumer electronic devices digital cameras use batteries as their power source. In this article we will describe different battery technologies and their cons and pros. Armed with this knowledge you will be able to take into consideration the battery used when purchasing your next camera.
• Turn Your Old Photo Paper Prints into Modern Digital Format Albums  By : ziv haparnas
  Although digital cameras have been around for a few years and are becoming more and more popular many of us still have a large number of older film camera paper prints, slides and negatives. Most people keep their paper prints and negatives at their homes and only use digital formats for new photos they shoot with their new digital cameras. In this article we will discuss converting your old paper prints into digital format.
• Turning Your Photos To Cash - How Can Your Photos Make Money For You  By : ziv haparnas
  If you are an amateur or a semi professional photographer then chances are that you can make some money out of your photos. In this article you will get tips on how to turn your photos to cash. This article is for you only if you’re looking to turn your photos into some extra cash on top of your main income source. This is not for you if you are looking to live off your photos this is not for you.
• How Many Pixels Make A Good Print?  By : ziv haparnas
  Ever wondered how big you r enlarge your photos? ever wondered if your camera picture are good enough for a 20X30 poster? or maybe a 11X14? Read our easy to use guidelines to find out how big your print can be based on your camera megapixels.
• The difference between film and digital photography  By : ziv haparnas
  The debate “film vs. digital” is going on while digital cameras become more and more pervasive. Everybody has an opinion and usually a passionate one. Though there is no one definitive right answer there are differences between film and digital that can be better understood and there is also a practical fact – digital is taking over. This article will provide a few facts about the differences between the two.
• The Difference Between DPI and PPI  By : ziv haparnas
  Most people heard the term DPI. In most cases the term is used in the wrong context to express the number of pixels in a photo, the number of dots in a print or the maximum dots per inch a printer can output. A relatively new term PPI was introduced in order to resolve this wrong usage of the term DPI. In this article we will try to explain in simple words what is DPI and what is PPI and should each be used.
• Tripods - How to Avoid Blurry Photos  By : ziv haparnas
  The most common way to take a photo is with the camera held in your hand. In some scenes this method can result in poor photos. One reason is that our hand is unstable and tends to move. For photos taken in high shutter speeds this is not a problem. Photos taken in low shutter speeds however can look blurred due to this movement. In this article you will learn how to avoid such poor photos by using a tripod.
• Get More Money On eBay By Taking Good Photos Of Your Item  By : ziv haparnas
  A picture is worth a thousand words. When selling items online on auction sites such as eBay this saying becomes more relevant. A picture is worth money and a lot of money. A good set of pictures can make the difference between an item that is sold and an item that is not sold. It can also make a big difference in the highest bid price received for an item. This article provides a few rules to follow in order to take better photos of such items.
• Digital Noise - What Is It? What Causes It? And How Can I Get Rid Of It?  By : ziv haparnas
  Digital noise appears as random pixels on the photo that do not seem to belong. Although digital noise is not a problem for most photographers and is mostly evident in extreme scenarios such as night photography it is beneficial for every photographer to understand what digital noise is and how it can be avoided and removed should it appear on one of his or her photos.
• Effective use of Flash Photography  By : ziv haparnas
  Did you ever put your flash unit in manual mode? Did you ever manually turn on the flash when taking a day time outdoor photo? For many the answer to both questions is “no”. In this article we will cover the various types of flash units available, the different scenarios under which they can be used, the advantages of using flash to achieve better photos and the common mistakes people do when using flash photography.
• Travel Tips – Taking Your Camera on a Vacation With You  By : ziv haparnas
  Don’t you like going through your vacations photos? We all take pictures when we go on a vacation. It is a great way to perpetuate the experience and remember it for years to come. However sometimes taking pictures is not smooth. Unexpected problems pop up such as running out of film, running out of battery or just forgetting the camera in the hotel. In this article we will provide a few easy to follow tips that will help you in carrying your camera and taking pictures.
• Tips for Taking Great Lightning Photos  By : ziv haparnas
  Lightning photos are very dramatic. The contrast between the night darkness and the lightning brightness results in very powerful photos. In this article we will provide you with a few tips and guidelines for successfully taking lightning photos.
• How Much Does A Camera Really Cost? Make Sure You Budget Right Before Buying A New Camera  By : ziv haparnas
  Digital cameras are not different than other consumer electronic products. The cost of ownership is not limited to the sum paid to purchase the camera. In most cases consumers find themselves spending more money on accessories and other additional products. Failing to budget for those extra expenses can result in buying a camera just to find out it is not operable without spending more.
• Taking Portrait Photos with Blurry Background and Understanding Depth of Field  By : ziv haparnas
  We have all seen beautiful photos where the object is perfectly focused while the background is blurred. Such a photo can be very dramatic and might seem to be hard to shoot. In this article we will give you a few tips on how to easily take blurry background photos that will impress your friends and family. You will also better understand what Depth of Field is and how to control it.
• Methods for photo backups  By : ziv haparnas
  So you have finally decided to backup those precious photos? There are a few ways to backup photos. In this article we will explain how you can backup your photos either yourself at home or by using an online backup service.
• How Does the Camera Auto Focus Work and Why Sometimes It Fails?  By : ziv haparnas
  All of us use it every time we click on the shutter button. Now understand how the auto focus works under the hood and why in many cases it just does not work.
• Optical or Digital Zoom? The Choice is Clear  By : ziv haparnas
  Many of us do not know the difference between optical and digital zoom. We will try to explain the difference as using the right zoom feature is important for achieving the best photo quality. Optical vs. Digital zoom becomes more confusing as manufacturers are sometimes not clear when advertising their camera zoon figures.

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