Review Digital Camera World 06-02-2014

Digital Camera World

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How to compose bold images: what (and what not) to include in your photos Jun 1st 2014, 23:01, by jmeyer There’s nothing worse than spoiling a beautiful scene by composing your subject too small in the frame. In this quick tutorial we’ll show you how to compose images for maximum impact by avoiding unnecessary surroundings that don’t add to your shot. All words and images by Mark Hamblin Our eyes and brain have the unique ability to hone in on small details in a scene and disregard the boring stuff. Unfortunately, we often do the same thing when taking pictures, which means that we end up with shots where the main interest is too small in the frame and loses impact. What appeared to be an exciting subject at the time of taking the shot turns out to be entirely insignificant when surrounded by uninteresting surrounds that don't add anything to the final image. So get in closer – and cut out the boring stuff for good! SEE MORE: The 10 Rules of Photo Composition (and why they work) How to compose images for maximum impact Move closer It sounds so obvious that you wonder why you didn't do it at the time, but it's surprising how many people opt to shoot from the easiest vantage point. Make the effort to get closer to your subject to cut out the dross and add greater impact to your shots. SEE MORE: Camera angles – 5 ways to add impact with unusual perspectives Fit a longer lens If you have a longer focal length lens in your kit bag, change lenses. Going in close with a telephoto will allow you to frame the most interesting part of the scene and exclude the bits that don't add to the shot. This creates a much tighter composition that holds the viewer's attention.   Crop in Photoshop Sometimes you only realise that you should have gone in closer once you view the picture back at home. But all is not lost, because it's easy to crop the picture in Photoshop. Today's cameras have high-resolution sensors, so you can crop by 50% or more and still get great results when you come to print. READ MORE 5 ways to compose an image for supreme impact Crop photos the right way: classic mistakes and how to avoid them How to compose a photograph – start seeing images where you never saw them before Camera composition tips – how to shoot 1 subject 6 different ways This Week In Photography – news from 26 May – 1 June Jun 1st 2014, 12:01, by jmeyer Welcome to the latest installment of our new weekly photography news section, with the stories that matter to serious photographers, along with pithy comment and insightful analysis . Travel Photographer of the Year contest open The 2014 Travel Photographer of the Year competition is open for entries. This is a prestigious contest that has launched several professional careers in this popular but highly competitive genre, so it’s well worth a shot. Actually, quite a few shots, as you need to submit two or three portfolios, based on the theme of Tribes, Earth, Air, Fire and Water, and Spirit of Adventure. There’s also a prize for the best single image in each category, and a New Talent Award. Click here for full details. Jessops cleans up your act Long-established UK camera chain Jessops has introduced a new professional sensor cleaning services. Prices start at £30 for a two day service, so it could be tempting if the faff, gunk and risk of doing it yourself puts you off. If your camera is really mucky you can get a full camera clean, including LCD, viewfinder and lens, for an extra £10. SEE MORE: 11 photo lessons every pro learned the hard way New camera sunglasses reviewed "The future’s so bright, I gotta wear shades," goes the song by Timbuk3, and you can now record the future with said face furniture. Rollei recently brought out its Sunglasses 210, featuring a 135 degree camera built into the bridge and a 5Mp sensor that enables full HD video recording. Stills and video are ingeniously stored in a microSD card (up to 32Gb) that slots into one of the arms. Check out TechRadar’s full review here Sony Alpha 7S details confirmed Sony has revealed that the A7S, its 12Mp, full-frame compact system camera, will go on sale in the UK at the end of July, priced £700. It will also include a silent shooting function and extended ISO sensitivity of 100-102,400 in video mode. SEE MORE: Sony A7s vs A7R vs A7 – which Sony full-frame camera should you buy? Adobe updated Creative Cloud A new version of Creative Cloud has been posted by Adobe. Improvements include better font handling, the ability to install older versions of Adobe products straight from Creative Cloud, better file synching performance and more. Click here for full details of what’s new. Nick Danziger’s postcards from Pyongyang In central London with an hour or two to spare? Check out Nick Danziger’s fascinating exhibition of images from North Korea. The exhibition, called Above the Line, is being held at The British Council in Spring Gardens, just off Trafalgar Square and it’s free. The documentary legend has captured North Korea and its people with his usual skill and aplomb, presenting a different side to the secretive Stalinist state – some of his subjects actually look like they are enjoying themselves. Its funny, poignant and thought provoking, and most images were taken on Olympus OM-D system cameras. READ MORE 49 awesome photography tips and time savers 99 common photography problems (and how to solve them) 77 photography techniques, tips and tricks for taking pictures of anything Canon EOS cameras: 100 things you never knew they could do 100 Nikon DSLR tips you need to know right now Introducing Manfrotto's range of quality camera bags (Sponsored) Jun 1st 2014, 09:10, by jmeyer Manfrotto is synonymous with quality tripods, but did you know the company also offers an extensive range of bags? Manfrotto now boasts four collections within its range of camera bags, all designed to meet the varying needs of photographers. Built with the same quality and precision as its tripods and other accessories, Manfrotto’s growing range of camera bags is comprised of its Stile, Advanced, Professional and Pro Light ranges. Stile Collection Manfrotto’s Stile range of camera bags are designed for photographers on the go and are unique in that they don’t look like a camera bag. Yet along with style, Manfrotto’s Stile range offers secure protection, featuring separate protective insert in its slings and tote bags. These can be removed turning the bag into a personal items and media bag. Manfrotto’s Stile range includes Slings Shoulder bags Holsters Pouches Messengers Click here for more details about Manfrotto’s Stile collection Advanced Collection Designed for amateur photographers’ needs, Manfrotto’s Advanced collection offers some of the most durable bags on the market. Built with strong, resistant fabrics and metal pulls and buckles, the Advanced range is built to last. Manfrotto offers four different basic bag designs in the Advanced range, each available in a number of sizes: Shoulder Bags Holsters Slings Backpacks: Gear Backpack: totally dedicated to camera gear: a single compartment with well-padded dividers for cameras, lenses and accessories Active Backpack: half the space for camera equipment, half for day essentials and personal items Tri Backpack: mostly dedicated to camera gear, this innovative bag can be worn in 3 different ways – on both shoulders like a standard backpack; with the straps in an "X" formation; or with one strap across the body, as sling Click here for more details about Manfrotto’s Advanced collection Professional Collection Brand new to Manfrotto’s range, its Professional bags are developed to protect high-end camera equipment. Boasting Manfrotto’s Camera Protection System, bags in this range are designed to provide your gear maximum protection at the core of the bag using dividers made from 3D shock-absorbing foam. The multi-layered, ‘Exo-Tough’ exterior of Manfrotto’s Professional bags keeps them safe from the force of sharp impacts, and many of them in this range have feed to keep them off the ground, as well as built-in rain covers. The new Professional collection covers the following bag types: Shoulder Bags (5 sizes) Backpacks (3 sizes) Holsters (4 sizes) Click here for more details about Manfrotto’s Professional collection Pro Light Collection Aimed at both photographers and videographers, Manfrotto’s Pro Light Collection is lightweight, ergonomic and designed to carry a lot of gear in demanding situations. The Collection also features Manfrotto’s Camera Protection System which is designed to provide your gear maximum protection. Other features include an Advanced Harness System and gecko EVA foam harness straps which allow the Pro Light bags to be extremely comfortable to wear. The Manfrotto Pro Light range includes a total of 33 items which covers: Photo bags including 8 backpacks, 4 holsters Video bags including 2 backpacks, 4 cases, 3 rolling organizers for lighting equipment Accessories including 1 camera strap, 4 camera raincovers and 7 video raincovers Click here for more details about Manfrotto’s Pro Light Collection

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