The Canon 550D’s video is pretty awesome when you can get t to work; in fact I have seen some near cinematic quality reels shot using this tidy little camera. (more…)
Magic Lantern 550d – Firmware Addon
Magic Lantern (Magic Lantern 550D) is a custom firmware add-on for Canon dSLR cameras. It is not a hack, or a modified firmware, but it runs alongside Canon’s own firmware, booting from the card every time you turn the camera on. The only modification to the original firmware is the ability to boot software from the card. (more…)
JPEG or RAW – Which should I shoot?
Whether to shoot JPEG or RAW is a common debate amongst digital photographers, often with a decent argument for both. In this article we will explore both in a bit of detail. (more…)
Nifty Fifty – The Canon 50mm f1.8 Lens
The Nifty Fifty is a very appropriate name for Canon’s budget but powerful 50mm f1.8 lens. With fantastic scope for very low depth of field shots, also known in the business as Bokeh and also a pretty small and tidy retail price, it does not take much to realise how this lens earned its nickname. (more…)
