Panasonic DMC-G3

If you want a camera that is not heavy but with the capability and quality as a DSLR camera, then you can consider this camera from Panasonic. Panasonic's LUMIX DMC-G3 offers the benefits of a DSLR interchangeable lens system camera with a point-and-shoot camera's compactness, light weight and simplicity. This reduction in size and weight is thanks to advancements in mirror-free viewfinder technology, and large DSLR format sensors that are more compatible with a new class of compact Micro Four Thirds (MFT) System lenses. 

This new class of Compact System Cameras (CSC) offers a weight and compactness not seen in traditional DSLRs, for greater portability and creative control. The DMC-G3 image resolution has been upgraded to 16.0-megapixels from its predecessor, the DMC-G2. 

Panasonics LUMIX DMC-G3 offers the benefits of a DSLR interchangeable lens system camera with a point-and-shoot camera's compactness, light weight and simplicity. This reduction in size and weight is thanks to advancements in mirror-free viewfinder technology, and large DSLR format sensors that are more compatible with a new class of compact Micro Four Thirds (MFT) System lenses. This new class of Compact System Cameras (CSC) offers a weight and compactness not seen in traditional DSLRs, for greater portability and creative control. The DMC-G3 provides a traditional DSLR-like experience with an external Mode dial for quick access to common modes like Program, Shutter and Aperture Priority, Manual. Additional dial settings include two Custom Modes, Scene Modes and the new Creative Control Mode.

 The DMC-G3 provides a dedicated video button that can be used to switch to video capture quickly without changing modes. Like most DSLRs, the DMC-G3 provides a built-in flash and hotshoe for connecting optional LUMIX flashes. The LUMIX G MFT System offers a selection of 11 high performance fixed focal length and variable aperture G Vario zooms, including a highly versatile 3D lens capable of capturing both 2D and 3D images at the same time. There are lens adaptors available for mounting older Leica M and Leica R lenses, including older LUMIX full Four Thirds lenses. An innovative 14-140mm HD G Vario lens provides the best of video and still-image shooting with a long 10x range and near silent high-speed focusing.

You will love this new camera.

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DSLR Camera

Choosing the right DSLR Camera

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You as a beginner might be confused when going to pick and choose a digital camera because the development of today's digital cameras are so awesome, especially the development of D-SLR (Digital Single-Lens Reflex). Since the DCS 100 camera introduced in 1991, D-SLR camera is enhanced by the camera manufacturer. For D-SLR camera category, the principle of "money" not ever lie "is true. The more expensive the camera, the better is the camera, but do not you be afraid to choose a new camera because of a camera with a friendly price is also great. 


What should you do? Here are a few things to note for the beginner photographer before deciding to buy a D-SLR camera.
1. Sensor 
Note the CCD or CMOS sensors used in kemera. There are several variants of this digital camera sensor, that is Full Frame (36 x 24mm), APS-H (28.7 x 19mm), APS-C (22.2 x 14.8 mm), and Four-thirds (17, 3 x 13mm). This size difference is confusing for beginners, but in short, if we use a full frame sensor (the ratio of image 3:2), then the image in the viewfinder will look full. If printed on photo paper size 4 R (15 x 10 cm), then there is no cropping of the mold because it matches the size of the LCD (15: 10 = 3: 2). But if we use APS-C sensor, there is a crop factor obtained from the division as follows, full frame sensor width: the width of the sensor is APS-C, (36: 22.2 = 1.6) then the sensor is APS-C crop factor there is a , 6 meaning that the image is not seen intact as on fullframe sensor.


Cameras with APS-C sensor, more suitable for telephoto, because if we use the lens 70 - 300mm, that means we use a lens 112 - 480mm.


2. D-SLR cameras require special care
D-SLR camera, has the ability interchangable lens (the lens can be redeemed for free). The risk of opening the lens D-SLR camera body, allowing dust into the camera, while the D-SLR cameras are very sensitive at all to dust. Dust will stick to the camera sensor, and the results of the photo will look, especially when using a small aperture (diaphragm). To clean the dust, can use special dust blower available at camera stores. Although the latest D-SLR camera has been equipped with automatic dust cleaning system, but still required manually.


3. D-SLR camera has a shutter a certain age (shutter count)
If we use an analog SLR cameras, each taking the picture, we are limited by the number of frames that exist on the rolls of film negatives that we use. On D-SLR camera, it was abolished. We can take pictures at a time up to hundreds or even thousands of photos, as long as have enough data storage memory. However, the D-SLR cameras are known as the shutter count, which records the number of shots made by the camera's shutter. Each D-SLR camera, has a shutter count or estimate of "lifetime" shutter. In factory testing, D-SLR camera capable of reaching the middle class 50ribu shots. While the D-SLR camera can achieve above upscale 100ribu shots without a problem. Thus, the D-SLR cameras are suitable for beginners in the study, provided that when learned, we still have the concept of photographing, to think before shooting, so do not waste shutter age.


4. D-SLR Camera resolution (megapixels)
Digital cameras give us the option to determine how much resolution we need. Currently, the resolution capability of D-SLR cameras has reached more than 18 mp. The larger the resolution of the camera, the greater the memory required to store images while shooting. Basically, the resolution on the size of 10 mp camera, for example, reaches a maximum resolution of 3872 x 2592. But for the needs of ordinary photography, the resolution of it will take a great memory, therefore, the D-SLR cameras are always equipped with a choice of max-resolution and low resolution, so that we can choose as needed.


 Many professional photographers still use 6 mp resolution, because it is still considered sufficient to make good photos. Selection of resolution for cropping images usually later. In addition, the resolution is not everything. In digital cameras, the determination of resolution is not necessarily related to the sharpness of the image. On D-SLR camera, the sharpness of the picture is more determined by the class of lens used.


There is truth to say that it is better to buy a camera that is not too fancy, but you are saving money to buy a nice variety of lenses in the future, so you can beat your friend's picture who prefer the luxury and high price.

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CAMERA TIPS

Tips to choose Digital Camera

Do you have plans to buy a camera? Are now widely available in a variety of digital cameras as well as ordinary camera store online camera store. You will find various famous brands of cameras to choose from.

Digital Cameras and many kinds of features that can make us confused to choose according to need, especially for novice users. Camera manufacturers strive every launch new products to market with various features and forms.

Are you confused too? Please take advantage of tips for choosing a digital camera that you fit the criteria, as follows:

Resolution

Digital images created by dots called pixels. This resolution refers to the number of pixels which work together to make a photograph. Usually indicated by a horizontal x vertical. 1280x960 resolution has a total of 1.2 Megapixels. The greater the resolution will produce images that are also better. So that you are satisfied, make sure you buy at least 10 MP camera.

Adjust the resolution offered by your choice. Usually in one camera available different resolution options. If you just want to send photos via e-mail, 640x480 resolution is adequate. But if you want to print you should choose a larger resolution, so that the image is not broken and blurred.

Make sure the other supporting features

Before buying, make sure the digital camera of your choice to choose several supporting features such as additional memory capability. This is to enlarge the warehouse to store your images.

If you occasionally want to move images, select a camera that supports video as some digital cameras are only capable audio only. Adjust to your needs. Video or audio?

Also note the zoom capabilities on offer. Optical zoom into the limelight rather than digital zoom, the devices that provide facilities  croppping and enlarge the image.

LCD screen

The LCD screen on the back of digital camera lets you see the object. Here you can also view and delete unwanted pictures. Select a content resolution LCD screen with large enough so that the colors appear more natural. Screen size also varies. Make sure the screen is not too small, so the image can perform optimally.

Flash

The average digital camera products are equipped with an integrated flash. There are automated or need to press the button on to run it. Flash is useful as a supporter of light.

Pictures taken in slightly darker conditions can still perform optimally with the help of dazzling lights.

Consider also whether the slim has additional features such as reducing red-eye effect. Some products also come with a selection of photos to capture images at night or the night scene.

Self-timer

Self timer can usually reach 10 seconds. In addition to photographing facilitate self-image, this feature is also useful for taking pictures in poor light conditions because it can reduce the pressure on the shock of the shooting.

Battery life

If you do not want the pleasure is lost because of lackluster battery, you need to consider how long it can survive a power source. Choosing a battery that can be refilled (rechargeable) is the act wise and more efficient.

Connection

Consider whether your digital camera can get in touch with other digital devices such as televisions, printers, PCs or Macs. You will be helped by the presence of a USB cable.

You can also print images with the help of a USB cable. Some digital cameras already supports PictBridge which makes you free to print images directly from digital camera even though its brand is different.

As for the six vendors that pioneered the open standards that are Canon, Hewleet-Packard, Seiko Epson Corporation, Olympus Optical Company, Fuji Photo Film Corporation and Sony Corporation.

Pricing

Do not forget to calculate the price of other supporting devices such as rechargeable batteries and AC adapters.

Operating time

Choose a digital camera that does not take too many shots after the break. Difference in time of 4 to 6 seconds just might make you less satisfied with the performance of a slim camera.

Compare prices and warranty

Do not just stuck on warranty store only. If there is spare time not hurt you to do some research before buying.

Margin distinct advantage of being the source of why the prices you find in the store that one is not equal to another. Note also the warranty.

To select a digital camera, do not easily impressed by the camera body alone. You will also find a digital camera alternative types of MFT (Micro Four Third) or less mirror camera. Of course you already know the type of DSLR camera and a compact camera or point shoot camera.

Your choice should be tailored to your needs and your budget at this time.

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