While some of the least expensive digital cameras have only automatic focus, meaning the camera does all the work on bringing your subject into the best possible focus, most SLR digitals offer three different focus modes: manual, single auto focus and continuous auto focus. All three of these will be addressed here. With manual focus, the camera stays out of the focus equation and you, the photographer,... [Read more of this review]

Have you ever wondered how a photographer gets such clear, detailed photos of things like flowers or insects? Capturing such close-up pictures is most often done with a setting that comes as an option on many digital cameras–the macro setting. What the macro setting on your camera essentially does is focus on a very small area. The background often appears unfocused to further bring out... [Read more of this review]

Have you ever wanted to find a way to bring extra money into your household–yet don’t have a lot of time to spend on a full-time endeavor? The solution is as close as the digital camera sitting there in a drawer. The following suggestions are only a few of the many ways you can make money in your spare time with your camera. * Pet photos – Most owners won’t struggle to take... [Read more of this review]

With all the features digital cameras have these days, you may find keeping batteries a problem. This could well be your biggest expense, but there are some things you can do to increase the length of time your batteries stay charged. Let’s start with the three biggest sources of power drain. The LCD screen takes up the most power. It is possible to turn this feature off unless you really... [Read more of this review]