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Photography Equipment Introduction

Jan 13, 2015

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SanDiegoPhotographyClass.com and Jason Kirby present to you the different kinds of photography equipment available to beginners and enthusiasts. Each piece of equipment is recommended by Jason and also provides a back link to Amazon.com to learn more about each lens.
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Photography Equipment ClassLearning what equipment is right for you

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Brought to you by:

Jason KirbyOwner of The Right Light Photography

Instructor for San Diego Photography Classes

http://www.SanDiegoPhotographyClass.com

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Introductions

Name

Where you came from

What camera do you have

What type of photography interest you most

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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

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Main Topics

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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

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Lets Get Started

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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

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The Sensor

Full Frame VS. Digital

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Crop Factor

Black - Full FrameRed - 1.3x Crop FactorYellow - 1.5x Crop FactorGreen - 1.6x Crop Factor

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1.3x - Canon EOS 1D/1D MkII1.5x - Nikon 1.6x - Canon EOS Rebel and 40D/50D

Crop Factor

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Full Frame Digital or 35 mm

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1.3x Sensor – Canon 1D Series

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1.5x Sensor - Nikon

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1.6x Sensor – Canon Rebel Series

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Key Terms/Features

Crop FactorAutofocusPoints of FocusFrames Per SecondImage StabilizationLive ViewDynamic RangeMegapixelsISO (and Image Noise)Dust ControlFile Formats: RAW and JPG Aspect RatioHD Video

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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

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Entry Level DSLRs

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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Why Buy Entry Level?

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Prosumer DSLRs

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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Why Buy Prosumer?

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DSLRs

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Lenses

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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

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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

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Lenses

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Flashes

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Key Terms/Features

Bounce SwivelPowerDedicated FlashWireless FlashSlow Sync Flash Rear Curtain SyncFront Curtain Sync Red-Eye Reduction

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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:

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Flashes

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Accessories

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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?

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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?

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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?

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Don’t Forget…

Make sure to always do your research.

&

Only purchase what you will use.

&

Practice, Practice, Practice

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Questions

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Evaluations

Please take a few minutes to evaluate this course and give your feedback to make the

next one even better

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Hands On Activity!

Time to Play With the Cool Stuff