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Fred Singer


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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Get The Most Out Of Imaging USA

NewsAdorama News Desk - by Fred Singer, 28 days ago

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Are you going to Imaging USA? Here are some tips to help you get the most out of your time there. (Don't forget to take in a bit of New Orleans as well!)  Read more

Tags:  workshop,  ImagingUSA 

Five Creative Ways to Shoot The Tree

Decorated a tree? Get some great pictures of your work!

ArticleComposition and Exposure Techniques and How-Tos - by Fred Singer, December 23, 2011

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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.

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TAGS: exposure,  composition 

Still life tent buying guide

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.

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TAGS: photography,  tips,  online,  ebay,  auction,  still life tent 

The Best Pocket Camcorders Right Now

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.

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TAGS: buying guide,  video,  compact,  handheld,  compared,  hd video,  camcorder 

What is WiDi?

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

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TAGS: computer,  wireless,  laptop,  notebook,  home entertainment,  Intel 

Product Profile: Looxcie Wearable Bluetooth Camcorder

Let's take a look-see at this hands-free video camera

ArticleCamcorders & HD Video Gear Guides & Reviews - by Fred Singer, August 30, 2011

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Using your Apple iOS or Android smart phone, aps, and bluetooth technology, the Looxcie lets you videotape what you see.

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TAGS: iphone,  app,  Apple,  camcorder,  iPad,  Android,  Smart Phone 

Macro lens quick buying guide

A brief look at true macro lenses - Updated for Spring 2011

ArticleLenses and Filters Gear Guides & Reviews - by Fred Singer, May 19, 2011

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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.

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TAGS: photography,  buying guide,  DSLR,  macro,  digital SLR,  Focus on Macro Photography 

Print it Yourself, Or Use a Lab?

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.

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TAGS: printer,  print,  online photoprocessing,  prints,  online processing,  print on demand,  Focus on Printing 

FAQ: What’s a Back Side-Illuminated Sensor?

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?

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TAGS: digital camera,  DSLR,  sensor,  Focus on low light photography,  backside-illuminated sensor 

Memory Myth Buster

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.

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TAGS: SD card,  lexar,  sandisk,  compact flash,  SDXC Memory Card 

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