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How large of a print can I get with a 16-megapixel camera?

My wife gave me a 16-megapixel digital SLR for my birthday, and I’m wondering how large a print I can order. I always use the highest JPEG size and quality when taking photos. When I open them in Adobe Elements … Continue reading

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Why does my flash fire sometimes and not at other times?

After many years of using a point-and-shoot camera, I bought an EOS T3i, and I’m confused about flash photography. Sometimes, the flash pops up automatically and fires, whether I want to use flash or not. At other times, when I … Continue reading

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Are superior lenses really necessary for full-frame DSLRs?

Recently, I read a review of the Nikon D800 indicating that the “best” lenses are essential for this camera. Another article made the same comment about the Canon EOS 5D Mk III. So, I guess that any camera with a … Continue reading

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Why do full-featured DSLRs provide so many snapshot modes?

After using a high-grade point-and shoot camera for a few years, I bought an SLR again, the Sony a37. This camera has 9 Scene modes, iAUTO and Superior AUTO, Auto Portrait Framing that automatically crops photos, Program, Shutter Priority and … Continue reading

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Should I buy a full-frame DSLR?

It’s time for me to replace my Nikon D90 and I’m trying to decide between the D7000 or the D800. The D800 has a full-frame sensor and that’s supposed to be a real advantage. Do you agree? And if so, … Continue reading

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