May-June 2011

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May-June 2011

Canon EOS Rebel T3i & T3 Canon’s EOS Rebel entry-level SLRs have been popular since the first EOS Rebel 35mm film SLR was introduced more than 20 years ago.
Samsung NX100 The first camera from Samsung to offer the innovative i-Function mode, and the second model from the company to incorporate mirrorless design technology.

High-Performance Compact Cameras
These top models strike the best balance between size and capabilities

by Mike Stensvold There are dozens of compact digital cameras on the market in a wide variety of shapes and even colors.

May/June 2011 by The Editors
Sound Advice For Video
Improve audio dramatically on video-capable DSLRs with microphones

by David Willis Audio can make or break a video, and it’s especially important for photographers who are using the more limited sound capabilities of a video-capable DSLR to understand audio and to know how to capture great sound.
Toolbox: Projectors
From higher-powered projectors at lower costs to mini-pocket projectors, projection technology is better and brighter than ever before

by Dave Willis For photos that are truly bigger than life, digital projectors can display images in exciting multimedia presentations that incorporate music, complex slideshows and, most importantly, bright and big projections of your photography.

"Green Screen" For Photographers
Pro tips for creating imaginative composite images

Chris Borgman is a New York-based photographer with a knack for crafting wild and whimsical images.
Background Control
Quickly create a better backdrop for your subject with software

by Rick Sammon When I give a photography workshop or a seminar, I tell the students and attendees that the background is just as important as the main subject.
Experiment With Shutter Speed
Tips for using shutter speed creatively and for low-light exposures

One of the challenges of photography is figuring out how to make a still moment come to life.
Explore The Art Of iPhoneography
A three-step guide to get you started

You use your iPhone to talk, email, search, navigate, text and tweet, but do you realize it has the power to make you a better photographer?
Lighting Makes The Difference: Fill In The Light
Using fill with skill can dramatically improve your outdoor exposures

Have you ever had one of those days where nothing seems to go right?
The Fine Art Of Bookmaking
Even in the digital age, there’s nothing like a high-quality printed photo book for showing off your best images

by Mark Edward Harris Photo books are ideal repositories for meaningful memories, and they can be great gifts if done right.

Portrait Professional 10
A smart way to touch up your people pictures

by The Editors For portrait shots that sometimes look less than perfect, you can make a dramatic improvement in just a few minutes with the latest version of Portrait Professional.