Lewisburg, PA
Took a little trip yesterday, out of the “big city” and down into central PA, to Lewisburg. No real reason, just one of those fun afternoon trips you take to see something new, poke around a small town, and get lost a couple of times despite the best efforts of the GPS.
Lewisburg, PA, for those [...]
Unhealthy Addictions
The Canon USA page should probably come with a warning label, like the ones they put on beer and cigarettes. Something along the lines of, “Caution – viewing this page may result in feelings of envy, desire, longing, and jealousy. In some instances, serious side effects have been known to occur, including a noticeable decrease [...]
So you’re going to an event
You’re going to an event. One of those arena-based performances that cost too much, where they try to hawk trinkets and cotton candy at you during intermission. Where you have to pass through a ridiculous bag check at the door, where they tell you that “professional” photo gear isn’t allowed. Which to the people running [...]
Canon Powershot SX120 – Review
Several changes in my system have forced me to reevaluate my current gear load, and some pieces are being replaced. Foremost is my Canon G10, which has been a wonderful little camera. But in reality, it is a point & shoot, and as P&S cameras go, it’s overpowered & overpriced for how I [...]
Luzerne County Fair
For me, this is the last fair of the summer, and it’s one that I’m new to. This is the fair that Mandy grew up with; I’ve been only twice, and this year was nearly a washout. As it was, there was a more or less steady drizzle the entire evening, which did wonders at [...]
Gettysburg, PA
Back from Gettysburg now, where I spent two delightful nights in a small cottage full of antique furniture and was served breakfast on old crystal-ware each morning by a wonderful Southern cook. Suffice to say, it was a good trip and very relaxing. A bit self-indulgent, sure – but I figure I’ve earned it.
Since this [...]
Canon G10 Review
The G10 arrived Thursday afternoon, to my great excitement. (One of the perks of living relatively close to NYC – one-day shipping from B&H!) Already I’ve managed to put 200 shots on it, mostly around the apartment and at the Sock Hop my girlfriend and I attend last night.
What’s the good word? Quite a bit, [...]
Gear Upgrade
I’m getting a new piece of gear! Ordered this evening from B&H, a Canon Powershot G10 will soon join my kit, replacing the venerable Powershot SX100 which I’ve enjoyed for the past four months.
I anticipate two questions – 1.) Why in the world would I replace a four month old camera; 2.) Why would anyone care?
Answer [...]
Making the Most of What You Have
Let’s face it, we’re not all pro photographers. Very few of us will ever run around the African veldt for National Geographic, or cover a Jets football game for Sports Illustrated, or shoot weddings for Hollywood celebrities. So most of us will never have the latest & greatest gear – many will never even own [...]
The Perks of a Point & Shoot: Macro
The last post covered some of the general perks of owning a point & shoot digital camera. This time, let’s take a look at a specific feature that’s worth some special attention – the built in macro mode.
Macro photography is a lot of fun and allows a view of the world that most people never [...]