Low Light Photography
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Just finished up my low light photography guide for beginners. Check is out and let me know what you think.
An Intro to Aperture
If you are new to photography there are a couple of concepts you must learn. Aperture is one of those concepts. If you con’t understand the basics behind shutter speed, aperture, and ISO not much else will make sense in the world of photography. I wrote up a tutorial on Aperture. This is written with the beginner in mind.
Click here for the tutorial: Aperture – A beginner’s Guide.
Canon 5D Mark III
When will the Canon 5D Mark III be released? That is a question I have been wondering about and reading about for a year now. The photography forums are a buzz with guesses, rumors, and a lot of misinformation. No one really knows when or if this camera will be released. The Canon 5D Mark II was released in 2008 so it’s time for an update, but when?
I am looking to add a full-frame camera to my lineup, but I will probably wait until the 5D III comes out. I don’t “need” full-frame right now and I am still saving for it. I would hate to buy the 5D Mark II now and miss out on some of the features of a new body. Some of the rumored specs include:
- 24MP
- Pro grade AF (not 7D like)
- 2 stops better ISO than 5D mk II
- Digic V
- 6 fps
- New video codec, not Raw. MPEG 4:2:2
- New video functions such as tracking focus in video mode
- Compact body with improved weather sealed
- Same introduction price as the predecessor
Some rumors have said that the sensor will only be 18MP. Either way though I will probably purchase the new camera. I already have a Canon 7D for my sports shooting. I am looking to add a full-frame to take advantage of the additional field of view and increase my low light capabilities. Both goals should be met with a new body.
Many people agree that the Canon 5D Mark III will be out sometime in 2012. Possibly by Photokina, but again no one really knows. There are even rumors of a name change and the new Canon 5D Mark III will actually be released under the name Canon 6D or Canon 3D.
By adding a full-frame camera to my bag of tools I will then be using the 7D and 5D as my main DSLR. Then for my compact camera I am using the Canon s95. If I don’t have that with me I will fall back to my iPhone 4s. With the right lens collection for my DSLRs I should be ready for any photo shoot.
New photography related project
I am starting a new photography project. It’s a new blog on a new site aimed at educating other’s about photography. My goal is to make a better resource for people just learning about photography. The site will be completely free to use.
It will take a while to write the tutorials, but in the mean time I want to try an improve the sites rankings and that is where you come in. If you have a photography related site and are willing to put a link in a single blog post to my new site I will return the favor. I will create a permanent link to your site from mattmcguire.com and you will link to the other site.
If you are interested shoot me an email at matthew.mcguire@gmail.com and I will send you the URL of the new site. Don’t bother emailing me if you have a site that is not photography related I will simply delete your email.
Canon 7D Mark II
I have really enjoyed my Canon 7D. Even though they don’t use the name on first generation products technically I have the Mark I. Now I hear a Mark II version may be out by the summer of 2011. Some of the specs include:
- 26MP APS-C CMOS sensor
- 12 fps continuous shooting
- 3.2 inch OLED screen
- Wireless flash control E-TTL III
- Environmental sealing
- 19-point AF system (all cross-type)
I would love to pickup a second body and I have really wanted to get a full frame body. If this new 7D really has these specs I would have tough decision to make.
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In addition to the 7D II the Canon 5D III was just released. This look like a very promising camera body. It has a better auto focusing system vs the current 7D. The only drawback is it’s full-frame so you lose some “reach” for sports and the price. I will wait to see what Canon has to say about the 7D II before I decided what to buy.
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Incorrect Routing at UPS Facility
I ordered a few odds and ends from B&H that were to be delivered today. Nothing big or time sensitive, but I always like getting new stuff even if it’s just a cleaning kit. I checked on my shipment with UPS and it has the status “Incorrect Routing at UPS Facility”.
Oh well at least they admit they messed up. My shipment was in West Sacramento this morning and then put on a truck and is now in Oakland. They show the package will be delivered tomorrow. I am just glad I am not waiting for something that I needed today.
Pleasant Grove Football Pictures
This years I have been taking photos of the Pleasant Grove Jr Eagles Midgets Football team. I have been able to get out several games this year. Here are the photos I have taken so far.
All Pleasant Grove Football Photos
Here are the individual games.
Folsom Vista Football
This year I have started taking photos at the Freshman Football games for Vista Del Lago High School. Here is the link to all of the albums so far this year.
Folsom Vista Del Lago High School Football
Here are some specific games.
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