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Fred Singer is a freelance writer whose contributions in the photo industry over the years include Harris Publications' Photo Buying Guide magazine series, which was published in the early 90s. He contributes to the ALC occasionally.
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Decorated a tree? Get some great pictures of your work!
ArticleComposition and Exposure Techniques and How-Tos - by Fred Singer, December 23, 2011
During the month of December, millions of people across the country have an evergreen tree sitting in their living rooms, bedecked with colorful lights and ornaments befitting the holiday season.
TAGS: exposure, composition
Your guide to digital camera scene modes
ArticleLighting and Studio Gear Gear Guides & Reviews - by Fred Singer, November 15, 2011
Still life tents consist of a white translucent fabric supported by an internal “snap-to” support system.
TAGS: photography, tips, online, ebay, auction, still life tent
Put HD video in your hands in the post-Flip era. UPDATED FOR HOLIDAYS 2011
ArticleCamcorders & HD Video Gear Guides & Reviews - by Fred Singer, November 15, 2011
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The world's first pocket camcorder, the Flip, is dead, killed off by its parent company, Cisco. Why, we're not quite sure. After all, the YouTube generation quickly embraced this cell-phone-sized camcorder.
TAGS: buying guide, video, compact, handheld, compared, hd video, camcorder
New Intel processors provide another reason to love your HDTV
ArticleComputers Gear Guides & Reviews - by Fred Singer, September 9, 2011
By now most of us know about WiFi technology. In fact, if you're on a wireless Internet connection, you are probably using it right now. But now there's something new: WiDi, short for Wireless Display, an Intel technology that's included in Intel Core processors
TAGS: computer, wireless, laptop, notebook, home entertainment, Intel
Let's take a look-see at this hands-free video camera
ArticleCamcorders & HD Video Gear Guides & Reviews - by Fred Singer, August 30, 2011
Using your Apple iOS or Android smart phone, aps, and bluetooth technology, the Looxcie lets you videotape what you see.
TAGS: iphone, app, Apple, camcorder, iPad, Android, Smart Phone
A brief look at true macro lenses - Updated for Spring 2011
ArticleLenses and Filters Gear Guides & Reviews - by Fred Singer, May 19, 2011
If you have a zoom lens that says it’s a “Macro,” don’t believe it. Sure it’ll get you close, likely to within 1:3 magnification (that’s 1/3 life-size on the film or sensor) but technically, true macro is considered 1:1 magnification—life-sized--or higher.
TAGS: photography, buying guide, DSLR, macro, digital SLR, Focus on Macro Photography
Order out, or cook it yourself?
ArticleDigital Darkroom/Printing Techniques and How-Tos - by Fred Singer, April 6, 2011
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For photographers from amateurs to hobbyists and professionals, making prints comes down to economics versus convenience, time savings vs. control, and which part of the creative process you are willing to give up, and which part you want to hang on to. Let's take a look at each option.
TAGS: printer, print, online photoprocessing, prints, online processing, print on demand, Focus on Printing
Low-light salvation
ArticleCompact Digital Cameras Gear Guides & Reviews - by Fred Singer, March 23, 2011
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Digital photography took a digital step forward in reducing digital noise and improving image quality started in 2009 with the first Back Side-Illuminated Sensor. What is it and how is it different from other sensors?
TAGS: digital camera, DSLR, sensor, Focus on low light photography, backside-illuminated sensor
The truth about SD and CF memory cards
ArticleAccessories and Gadgets Gear Guides & Reviews - by Fred Singer, March 16, 2011
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There is a lot of misinformation about memory cards out there. Let’s debunk four myths about memory cards.
TAGS: SD card, lexar, sandisk, compact flash, SDXC Memory Card
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