Post on 13-Jan-2015
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Photography Equipment ClassLearning what equipment is right for you
Brought to you by:
Jason KirbyOwner of The Right Light Photography
Instructor for San Diego Photography Classes
http://www.SanDiegoPhotographyClass.com
Introductions
Name
Where you came from
What camera do you have
What type of photography interest you most
Expectations For Today
Cover what equipment is out there and what everything means to you
What you can use the equipment for Is that specific piece of equipment right for
you Answer any specific questions you may have
Main Topics
Agenda
10-20 minutes on each topic Q&A for each topic 5 minutes Equipment hands on portion will come at
the very end after lecture Items for purchase upstairs with special
discount coupons
Lets Get Started
The DSLR
1. Light passes through the lens and strikes a mirror (green)
2. The mirror reflects the light up to a focusing screen
3. Light passes through the focusing screen and enters a block of glass called a pentaprism (orange)
4. The pentaprism reflects the image so that you can see it in the viewfinder
5. When you take a photo, the mirror flips up and a shutter (blue) opens that exposes the digital sensor (red) to light
The Sensor
Full Frame VS. Digital
Crop Factor
Black - Full FrameRed - 1.3x Crop FactorYellow - 1.5x Crop FactorGreen - 1.6x Crop Factor
1.3x - Canon EOS 1D/1D MkII1.5x - Nikon 1.6x - Canon EOS Rebel and 40D/50D
Crop Factor
Full Frame Digital or 35 mm
1.3x Sensor – Canon 1D Series
1.5x Sensor - Nikon
1.6x Sensor – Canon Rebel Series
Key Terms/Features
Crop FactorAutofocusPoints of FocusFrames Per SecondImage StabilizationLive ViewDynamic RangeMegapixelsISO (and Image Noise)Dust ControlFile Formats: RAW and JPG Aspect RatioHD Video
What Features to Look For
Action and Sports 1.High continuous speed2.Large buffer3.Fast multi-point autofocus
Portrait 1.Image stabilization2.Live view LCD3.Color control (especially flesh tones)
Landscape 1.Image stabilization2.Extended dynamic range3.Dust control4.Color control (especially earth tones)
Macro 1.Image stabilization2.Live view LCD3.Compatible with macro lenses
Night/Low Light 1.Image stabilization2.Low noise at high ISO settings3.Image noise reduction for slow shutter speeds4.Remote shutter release
Travel/Outdoor 1.Image stabilization2.Small size and low weight3.Extended dynamic range
Indoor 1.Image stabilization2.Low noise at high ISO settings3.Lots of external flash options
Planned/Studio 1.Live view LCD2.Compatible with lighting accessories
Entry Level DSLRs
Benefits that Matter
•Affordable •Small and light weight•Significant and noticeable upgrade from Point-n-Shoots•User friendly with scene modes•Lots of accessible reviews and content on equipment•Constantly being improved
Limitations
•Poor ISO ratings (low light situations)•Made from plastic and weaker metals•Minimal points of focus•Bracketing is limited if not available•Only one command wheel•Most features and adjustments must be accessed through the menu•Low Frames per second
Nikon•Focusing in the lens not the body
Canon
Canon XS w/ 18-55
Canon T1i w/ 18-55
Canon XS w/ 18-55 IS
Canon XS w/ 18-55 $569.99
2.5” Liveview LCD 3 FPS 10.1 Megapixels ICS (Integrated Cleaning System)
Pros: Good Battery Life, Quiet, Nice Features/Settings, Quick Start-Up Time, Excellent Image Quality, Superior Build Quality, Solid Operation, Simple Controls/Menu, Easy To Use, Lightweight/Portable
Cons: Complicated Controls/Menu, Missing Features/Settings, Dim LCD, Noisy, Performs Poorly In Bad Light, Flash Extremely Bright
Canon T1i w/ 18-55 IS
Canon T1i w/ 18-55 $799
3.0” Live view LCD 3.4 FPS 15.1 Megapixels ICS (Integrated Cleaning System) Full 1080 HD Video
Pros: Good Battery Life, Nice Features/Settings, Quick Start-Up Time, Excellent Image Quality, Bright LCD, Easy To Use, Solid Operation, Lightweight/Portable
Cons: Movie Making Not Easy, Poor Build Quality, Noisy, Complicated Controls/Menu, Not Good In Low Light
Nikon
Nikon D3000 w/ 18-55 VR
Nikon D5000w/ 18-55 VR
Nikon D3000 w/ 18-55 VR
Nikon D3000 w/ 18-55 VR$549
3.0” Liveview LCD 3 FPS 10.2 Megapixels 11 Points of Focus Compact design
Pros: Good Battery Life, Nice Features/Settings, Quick Start-Up Time, Excellent Image Quality, Bright LCD, Easy To Use, Solid Operation, Lightweight/Portable, Great Intro Level Camera
Cons: Poor Build Quality, Noisy, Not Good In Low Light, No Live View, Small viewfinder
Nikon D5000 w/ 18-55 VR
Nikon D5000 w/ 18-55 VR $629 3.0” Liveview LCD 4 FPS 12.3 Megapixels ISO from 200-3200 HD 720 Movie Bracketing 2-3 frames
Pros: Good Battery Life, Nice Features/Settings, Quick Start-Up Time, Excellent Image Quality, Bright LCD, Easy To Use, Solid Operation, Lightweight/Portable, Great Intro Level Camera
Cons: Poor Build Quality, Noisy, Not Good In Low Light, Small viewfinder, Middling Video Quality; too easy to accidentally change focus points.
Why Buy Entry Level?
Prosumer DSLRs
Benefits
•Mildly Affordable •Made from magnesium •Significant and noticeable upgrade front entry level•More controls accessible outside of the menu•Lots of accessible reviews and content on equipment•HD Video •Any lens made for that mount will work•Better ISO ratings•Dust and weather resistant
Canon
Canon Canon 50D w/ 28
-135
Canon 7D Body Only
Canon 50D w/ 28-135 IS
Canon 50D w/ 28-135 $1299
3.0” Liveview LCD 6.3 FPS 15.1 Megapixels ISO from 100-12800 9 Cross-type AF Points
Pros: Nice Features/Settings, Quick Start-Up Time, Excellent Image Quality, Superior Build Quality, Bright LCD, Solid Operation, Lightweight/Portable, Simple Controls/Menu, Easy To Use
Cons: Missing Features/Settings, Heavy/Bulky, No Video, Streaming Real Time, Poor Eye Relief
Canon 7D
Canon 7D Body Only $1699
3.0” Liveview LCD 8 FPS 18 Megapixels Full 1080 HD Video 19 Cross-type AF Points
Pros: Good Battery Life, Nice Features/Settings, Quick Start-Up Time, Excellent Image Quality, Superior Build Quality, Bright LCD, Solid Operation, Simple Controls/Menu, Easy To Use, Great 1080p Video
Cons: Not Inexpensive, Mind-Boggling Array Of Features / Controls, Learning Curve Is High, Very Slow AF In Low Light.
Pricing
Nikon Nikon D90 w/ 18-105 VR
Nikon D300s Body Only
Nikon D90 w/ 18-105
Nikon D90 w/ 18-105 VR $1149
3.0” Liveview LCD 4.5 FPS 12.3 Megapixels ISO from 200-3200 HD 720 Movie
Pros: Comfortable controls, Quick Start-Up Time, Excellent Image Quality, Strong construction, Bright LCD, Solid Operation, Simple Controls/Menu, Easy To Use
Cons: Heavy, Exposed LCD, Slow focus, Poor sound quality in Movie Mode
Nikon D300s Body Only
Nikon D300s Body Only $1699
51-Point Autofocus 6 FPS Dual Memory Card Slot 100% Viewfinder Accuracy HD 720 Movie
Pros: Comfortable controls, Quick Start-Up Time, Excellent Image Quality, Fast shutter speed, Great resolution, Easy to use, Excellent in low light, Large clear LCD
Cons: Heavy, Exposed LCD, Mediocre battery life, Poor sound quality in Movie Mode
Why Buy Prosumer?
DSLRs
Lenses
Key Terms/Features
F Stop NumbersFixed Focal LengthDispersionFlareFocal LengthInfinityAspherical
Nikon Terms
ED (Extra Low Dispersion) GlassVibration ReductionAF-SCanon Terms
Ultra Low Dispersion
Image Stabilization
USM EF Lens
Kit Lenses
Nikon18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
55-200mm f/4-5.6G VR
Kit Lenses
Canon18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G IS
55-250mm f/4-5.6G IS
Multipurpose Lenses
Tamron 18-270 f/3.5-6.3 VC
Tamron 18-200 f/3.5-6.3
Portrait Lenses
Canon 50mm f/1.8
Nikon 50mm f/1.8
Tamron 90mm f/2.8 Macro
Landscape Lenses
Tamron 11-18mm f/4.5-5.6
Canon 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM
Tokina 12-24mm f/4.0
Action Lenses
Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8
Canon 70-200mm f/2.8
Recommended Lenses
Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8
Tamron 17-50 f/2.8 VC
7 Steps to Choosing a Lens
1. Decide on your budget2. Determine the focal length you'll
need3. Decide if you want a prime or zoom
lens4. Select a maximum aperture5. Choose between first or third party
lenses6. Evaluate any extra features7. Read reviews and narrow your
options
Lenses
Flashes
Key Terms/Features
Bounce SwivelPowerDedicated FlashWireless FlashSlow Sync Flash Rear Curtain SyncFront Curtain Sync Red-Eye Reduction
Key Terms/FeaturesTERM DEFINITION DETAIL
Guide Number An indication of the power of a flash unit.
A guide number tells you the maximum distance you can have between the flash
and your subject.
Recycle Rate How quickly the flash can reach a full charge.
This feature of an external flash is important if you want to use it for action
photography, and need the flash to quickly achieve full power after it goes off.
Flash Sync Speed The fastest shutter speed you can use with flash.
Enabling a flash unit will place an upper limit on the shutter speed that your
camera can use.
There are two other flash terms that have an impact on your flash photography, but are features of the camera instead of the flash:
Nikon Flashes
SB-400 AF Speedlight
SB-600 AF Speedlight
SB-900 AF Speedlight
Canon Flashes
580 EX II Speedlite270EX Speedlite
430 EX II Speedlite
Flashes
Accessories
Camera Bags
1. What type do you prefer? (sling bag, backpack, hand bag, ect.)
2. How much space do you need?
3. Do you plan to upgrade equipment?
4. What is your budget?5. Where are you taking it?
Tripods
1. What type do you need? (monopod or tripod.)
2. How much weight do you need to support?
3. What kind of head do you need?
4. What is your budget?5. Where are you taking it?
Filters
1. What type do you need? (ND, polarizer, UV, ect…)
2. What size is your lens?3. What kind of pictures do you
want to take?4. Will you be inside or outside?5. Do you shoot film?
Don’t Forget…
Make sure to always do your research.
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Only purchase what you will use.
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Practice, Practice, Practice
Questions
Evaluations
Please take a few minutes to evaluate this course and give your feedback to make the
next one even better
Hands On Activity!
Time to Play With the Cool Stuff