General Accessories Kodak Ektachrome Film is Back
March 13, 2017 Donald Scarinci

Everything old is trendy again, including “slide” film. At the Consumer Electronic Show, Eastman Kodak Company and Kodak Alaris announced plans to resurrect the iconic Ektachrome Film. Kodak first introduced Ektachrome in 1946. It rose to popularity in large part due the extensive use of slide film by the National Geographic Magazine over several decades. The film is unique because it creates a positive image that can be viewed or projected once it is exposed and processed. The film is popular with cinematographers and works well for high-resolution projection or presentations. As Kodak notes, it can also be scanned and…

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General Accessories The Three Best Gimble Heads for Your Tripod
November 30, 2015 Donald Scarinci

To capture great images, the tripod “head” is just as important as the tripod itself. The head not only supports the often-heavy lens, but it also allows photographers to smoothly and quickly point the camera in the direction of their subjects. For wildlife and sports photography, “gimble” heads are the most popular because they allow photographers to precisely move the lens in the desired direction while keeping the tripod stable. However, there are a dizzying number from which to choose. To help narrow down the choices, below are the top tree on the market right now: Wimberley WH-200 Gimbal Tripod…

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General Accessories Gitzo 541 Tripod is a Good Travel Choice
September 30, 2013 Donald Scarinci

Photographers always say that the best tripod is the one you take with you. No matter the vacation travel, whether you are hiking or flying, every ounce counts. Unfortunately, when choices need to be made because of weight, the tripod always seems to be the tool that is left behind. Choosing a tripod that is light enough for travel can be tricky. If it’s flimsy and wobbles in the wind it is useless. If it is sturdy and rugged then that usually means it will be heavy and force you to make packing compromises that could be difficult and unpopular…

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General Accessories The Kelly Moore Camera Bag For Photographers with Style
July 8, 2013 Donald Scarinci

Give up shopping for the perfect camera bag! There is no single camera bag that will satisfy all of your needs. Different shoots require different camera bags. A backpack style bag works well for street photography and nature photography. A roller bag is big and well suited for traveling on planes or cars. Airlines permit a carry on as well as a handbag for personal items. For a stylish camera bag that is camouflaged as a briefcase or women’s handbag, I highly recommend the Kelly Moore line. Photographer Kelly Moore has an extensive line of camera bags that appeal to…

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