http://www.adorama.com/alc/bucket/9 Buying guides, user reviews, more! <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Canon VIXIA XA10 Professional Camcorder. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13556 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Jumping into video without a net? Want to go viral on YouTube? Here&rsquo;s how to avoid the fear, the swish, button mashing, and other rookie regrets when planning and shooting a video.<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13547 <p><span style="font-size: small;">With cell phones offering what many snapshooters see as a reasonable alternative to stand-alone compact cameras, many camera makers are focusing their attention on premium models. The Olympus XZ-1, with its fast f/1.8 lens and slightly larger sensor, is a prime example.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13548 <p><span style="font-size: small;">As the Hollywood community continues to embrace the razor-sharp HD video capabilities of the newest generation of Digital SLRs, many pros and weekend warriors are seeing the benefits of shooting videos with them as well.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12790 <p><span style="font-size: small;">For the best image quality when shooting HD video indoors, you need to supplement the light. Here are some top kits.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12298 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Ready to join the video revolution and shoot Hi-Resolution Videos with a DSLR? Here&rsquo;s a look at key cameras in this fast-growing and rapidly-evolving category.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12771 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Flashpoint LCD 8 inch Monitor with Remote for cameras with HDMI port. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13541 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Cinetics CineSkates Set with Joby Gorillapod Focus and Ballhead X Combo. <br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13533 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Ahh the economy. It has driven many of us insane trying to figure out how to do more with less. Clients constantly approach us asking for miracles with shoestring budgets. A fine example is shooting anything fashion related. Editorial work these days pays almost nothing if you are lucky or nothing at all for the most part. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13522 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Flashpoint X-Series 2.4 GHz Remote Flash Trigger Kit. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13523 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Lowepro Rezo 180-AW Shoulder Bag for Digital SLRs and Accessories.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13512 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Photography purists may scoff, but snapshooters as well as more serious photographers around the world are chucking their stand-alone compact cameras in favor of the Apple iPhone 4S. To find out why, I spent several weeks shooting with one. Here's what I discovered.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13517 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Canon imagePROGRAF iPF6350 wide-format printer.<br /> <br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13502 <p><span style="font-size: small;">With today's announcement, Canon joins the small camera/big sensor revolution. To the surprise of many, they didn't enter the MILC race and instead focused on image quality. taking the high-end G line in a new direction. What does the intriguing G1 X bring to the table?</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13472 <p><span style="font-size: small;">These accessories can help you capture your feathered friends&mdash;photographically, of course&mdash;whether you&rsquo;re far afield or in your own backyard. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13462 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Ricoh's unique camera/sensor/interchangeable-lens mount combo takes Leica rangefinder-mount lenses. We took it to the streets of New York to see if it could handle the most challenging form of photography. Is this the holy grail of budget-minded street shooters?<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13457 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents Sigma Lenses for Nikon and Canon DSLRs. <br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13453 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Yes, modern cameras (and even some cell phones) can capture good quality images, but it takes beautiful light to make beautiful pictures. That&rsquo;s a truism about art, and technology won&rsquo;t change that. The good news, however, is found in another truism about art: Beautiful light is often simple light.<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13449 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Fujifilm Finepix X10 Digital Camera with the newly developed F2.0 wide-angle and F2.8 telephoto FUJINON 4x optical, manual barrel zoom lens. Find out why the X10 is one of Mark's favorite cameras of the year!<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13446 <p><span style="font-size: small;">This week Mark reviews the latest version of Adobe&rsquo;s popular software for editing, ehnhancing, and customizing your photos: Photoshop Elements 10. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13435 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Join us as Anna Prosser, our tech-savvy gadget guru, brings you reviews of the latest consumer electronics products available at Adorama.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13444 <p><span style="font-size: small;">How does Nikon's bold new MILC system, with its small sensor, compare to the latest Micro Four Thirds cameras? Our field and lab test results may surprise you.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13430 <p><span style="font-size: small;">This week Mark reviews the latest compact point and shoot 10mp digital camera from Ricoh, the GR Digital IV. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13428 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Everyone likes a bargain, so price is always a factor in choosing a lens. However, there can be very significant differences in prices between lenses which on first glance may appear to be very similar.&nbsp; </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13412 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Everyone&rsquo;s taking pictures with their iPhone, including you. Here&rsquo;s what you need to make those pictures better.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13419 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Olympus Pen E-PL3, the newest middle-range Micro Four Thirds format camera with interchangeable lenses.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13415 <p><span style="font-size: small;">The number and variety of memory cards available today can be bewildering, especially to someone who just wants to take family snapshots with a point-and-shoot camera. Here's some buying advice.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13404 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Learn how to set up a four lighting setup and arrange a two-person portrait on location.<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13353 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Lowel/Adorama Budget Tota Kit with Lamps. <br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13399 <p><span style="font-size: small;">You're inspired to go out there and capture the world in miniature...now all you need's the right stuff. Here are the essentials--lenses, lighting, and accessories--that will help you produce that macro magic. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8084 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Why venture out to a movie theater when you can stay home and watch almost any movie you want in the comfort of your own home?</span><!--EndFragment--></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/11949 <p><span style="font-size: small;">A delectable selection of ingenious solutions for carrying and protecting your precious photographic equipment</span>.</p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/11759 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Still life tents consist of a white translucent fabric supported by an internal &ldquo;snap-to&rdquo; support system.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8457 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Every photographer has different needs, and so every camera bag will have different stuff to suit those needs. Here are twelve useful and innovative items that you will probably be taking out of your bag and using. Prices are accurate as of Nov. 15, 2011<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12059 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Photography enthusiasts can be some of the hardest people to buy gifts for, especially given the scary-high prices of camera bodies and lenses.</span><!--EndFragment--></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12047 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Are you the adventurous type? Like to be one with the mud? Want to get great underwater snorkle shots? Don't mind getting wet, gritty, dusty,&nbsp; and dirty? These cameras are designed for you.<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/11795 <p><span style="font-size: small;">The world's first pocket camcorder, the Flip, is dead, killed off by its parent company, Cisco. Why, we're not quite sure.&nbsp; After all, the YouTube generation quickly embraced this cell-phone-sized camcorder.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13218 <p><span style="font-size: small;">At the recent Consumer Electronics Show, you couldn&rsquo;t walk a foot without tripping over a tablet. These lightweight, touch screen computers are all the rage, thanks to the success of Apple's iPad. UPDATED FOR HOLIDAYS 2011<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13030 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Variety isn't only the spice of life, it's the reality of the laptop marketplace. For every computing need and budget, there are often four or five models elbowing each other aside for your attention.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13074 <p>M<span style="font-size: small;">emo to photographers: Share this buying guide with your generous friends. Maybe they&rsquo;ll get the hint. Memo to gift-givers: Read on to help decide what to get for the photographers in your life.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12042 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Before tablet computers were reborn, everyone was enthused about netbooks. And while tablets are enjoying their moment in the sun, there's still plenty to love in a netbook.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13073 <p><span style="font-size: small;">When it comes to photo printers, you shouldn&rsquo;t just point at one in the store and decide to take it home with you. After all, you&rsquo;ve spent considerable time and effort taking photos of your favorite subjects. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12089 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Just is there&rsquo;s no best camera for photojournalists, there is also no best lens. But there is a range of lens types that will give you a better chance at getting the shot.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12411 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Can you find photographic happiness for under <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">$150</span> $120?</span><span style="font-size: small;"> Believe it or not, you can!<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8052 <p><span style="font-size: small;">The stock in trade of the wildlife photographer is the telephoto lens. Most animals are small and get spooked when humans are near. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8045 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Looking to make your home office more efficient? Consider a multifunction center (MFC) printer, also known as a multi-device or all-in-one printer. These machines combine standard printer functionality with the ability to fax, scan, and copy&mdash;all within one manageable footprint. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12087 <p><span style="font-size: small;">In May, a well known book-seller made headlines when it reported that it had sold more electronic (or "e") books than it had the dead-tree variety. With libraries loaning out e-books, college textbooks slowly making the transition and a growing catalog of titles to choose from, it's clear that e-books are winning over converts by the thousands.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13087 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Do you need a camera that matches your wardrobe? Do you like to shoot in style...but still bring back stunning shots? Here are very capable cameras that also happen to be real lookers.</span><em><br /></em></p> <p><em><br /></em></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8095 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Picture-taking tools for serious photographers who have outgrown their starter DSLRs...or want a capable back-up for their pro rig.</span><em><br /></em></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8400 <p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">Whether they have built-in long-range zoom lenses or interchangeable lenses, the Electronic Viewfinder camera category (sometimes referred to as &ldquo;bridge&rdquo; cameras) has undergone a resurgence in the last year.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12789 <p><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: small;">Getting bored with your point-and-shoot? Ready to grow as a photographer but afraid of all the technology? Here are some great low-cost DSLRs that will get you pro results easily.</span><em></em></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8102 <p><span style="font-size: small;">AdoramaTV reports from the floor of PDN PhotoPlus 2011. Reporter David Paul Larson and Nikon's Lindsay Silverman talk about the new technology in the all-new Nikon 1 J1.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13375 <p><span style="font-size: small;">AdoramaTV reports from the floor of PDN PhotoPlus 2011. David Paul Larson talks with Christian Erhardt of Leica about its updated full-frame rangefinder, the M9-P.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13372 <p><span style="font-size: small;">2011 has become the year of the MILC. Mirrorless Interchangeable-Lens Compact (MILC) cameras rival compact cameras in size but in many cases have sensors the size of DSLRs and image quality to match. Others have smaller sensors, allowing them to go places, technically, no camera has ever gone before.<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13367 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Celestron LCD Deluxe Digital Microscope with Built-in Digital Camera.<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13368 <p><span style="font-size: small;">The high end of compact cameras with built-in lenses&mdash;also known as System, Advanced, or "Posh" compacts&mdash;has never been more diverse than it is today. Here's a look at today's top models.<br /></span></p> <p><em><br /></em></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/8637 <p><em><span style="font-size: small;">Invest in a good microphone (or two) so your sound quality does justice to your DSLR&rsquo;s HD video</span>. </em></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/11679 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Whenever an innovative solution to camera carrying that does not involve neck straps is introduced, I like to ponder the history of camera-carrying solutions. With the SpiderHolster Black Widow belt camera carrying system, it's time to look back, then see how well this new innovation does the job.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13320 <p><span style="font-size: small;">In this week's episode, Mark reviews various camera extenders, which make capturing group photos with friends a breeze.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13333 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Nikon has just announced its first mirrorless interchangeable-lens compact. Today Mark Wallace reviews the J1. Is this the ultimate social networking camera? Let's find out!</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13338 <p><span style="font-size: small;">In this lesson, New York photographer Ian Spanier walks you through his prep work and setup while demonstrating how he handled the inevitable roadblocks that always seem to pop up while shooting on location.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13324 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Stripped of most of its external controls, and slimmed down, the GF3 is the first MILC to be designed for Soccer Moms and others who have hit the limits of their point-and-shoot cameras but don't want the bulk or expense of a full DSLR.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13319 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Ben Clay uses a classic approach and simple lighting kit to add depth and interest to the wine cellar of a historic hotel. His technique of working with the ambient light of the room, and adding contrast where needed, can be used by realtors, architects, builders and architecture photographers.<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13312 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama TV presents the Lexar USB 3.0 Dual Slot Memory Card Reader.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13314 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Often, for gamers and movie viewers, a projector offers a more affordable way to capture immersive and compelling big-screen entertainment. For businesses, a projector provides flexibility and big-screen images that add impact for better business results. Do you need one?</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13304 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Switronix HDV PRO/V Camera Shoulder Support. <br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13305 <p><span style="font-size: small;">If the E-P3 is the fulfillment of the promise of the original Olympus Digital Pen camera concept, the E-PM1 brings much of the same capabilities to the masses at an attractive price.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13299 <p><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #000000;">AdoramaTV Presents Digital Photography One on One. In this week's episode Mark answers a question regarding color calibration and correction. <br /></span></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13301 <p><span style="font-size: small;">At under $1,000, does the Ricoh GXR with the 28mm lens/APS sensor module offer the balance of image quality, performance, and price that street photographers have been waiting for?<br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13276 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Westcott 28" Apollo Flash Kit. <br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13295 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Fashion photographer and Adorama contributor Sandy Ramirez field-tests the Pentax Q under very demanding circumstances. If it can handle New York Fashion Week, it could probably tackle many other photographic assignments.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13290 <p><span style="font-size: small;">&ldquo;First, I took picures. Then I learned to walk so I could get a higher point of view.&rdquo; That's what I say when someone asks how long I've been into photography. When would be an appropriate time to teach your child photography? No matter the age, my answer is: NOW!</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13267 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Selecting the all-time best of anything is always a daunting task, and that&rsquo;s especially true of cameras, which have undergone a seismic paradigm shift in moving from film to digital. It&rsquo;s also a great way to start arguments, generate irate letters and e-mails, and tick off your buddies at various camera companies. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13241 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the MyStudio MS20J Tabletop Photo Studio with Jewelry Kit and Bonus Tripod.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13280 <p><span style="font-size: small;">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</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13227 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Manfrotto 055 Series Photo-Movie Head.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13262 <p><span style="font-size: small;">How to create the ring flash look without a ring flash.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12906 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Noted editorial photographer Ian Spanier takes photos that tell a story. Whether he&rsquo;s shooting images of celebrities, fitness models or doing a portrait, he crafts the shot so that we can learn something about the subject.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12940 <p><span style="font-size: small;">The revolutionary Ricoh GXR points to a new way to swap out lenses and sensors without dust or fuss. Now, new units expand its usefulness to a wider range of photography enthusiasts and professionals.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13244 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Using your Apple iOS or Android smart phone, aps, and bluetooth technology, the Looxcie lets you videotape what you see.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13210 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Whether you're a pro who needs a rock-solid support to eliminate shake, or a family memory-keeper looking to get better results in low light and more consistent framing, choosing the right tripod for your needs is key. Here are some tips.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13231 <p><span style="font-size: small;">High definition movie recording features are found on nearly every new DSLR and interchangeable lens compact camera. But a wide variety of video formats, quality levels, and video-related features make it more confusing than ever to pick the right camera for your still and video needs. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12762 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Westcott 7-foot parabolic umbrella for studio and outdoor use. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13217 <p><span style="font-size: small;">This week Mark Wallace reviews the DSLR Remote HD for the iPad and iPad 2, The latest app from onOne Software.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13206 <p><span style="font-size: small;">This week Mark Wallace reviews the new Panasonic LUMIX G3, a compact camera with the benefits of a DSLR. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13203 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Ahhh, the modern age of digital photography. Blazing fast autofocus lenses and digital processors that make ISO 6400 shots look like they were shot on Kodachrome 25 back in the old days of film. However, there is one frustrating aspect with modern cameras&mdash;a thing that should make our lives easier&mdash;autofocus. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13185 <p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">When Polaroid announced they were shutting down production of their instant film lines in February of 2008, it looked like an era was coming to an end.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13174 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Lupo 101 Quadrilight 2000 cool studio light.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13187 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Late last fall, a small Mac Group production crew loaded up a low-riding minivan with the bare essentials for polished-looking video. Among the strategically selected load, creative director Ab Sesay was sure to grab ARC&rsquo;s Kessler CineSlider kit, complete with glide motor, tripod and portable battery.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13177 <p><span style="font-size: small;">In the second part of a two-part series, we explain how to use mics in the studio and on stage to record voices and instruments.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13164 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Adorama Photography TV presents the Olympus E-P3 PEN camera. This week Mark Wallace provides a hands-on review of the newest PEN camera fro Olympus.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13178 <p><span style="font-size: small;">When the first generation of a product is one of the most talked about products of the year (or more), follow-ups can be tough. </span><span style="font-size: small;">Let's see how Apple did with the iPad 2.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13176 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Gaffer tape has gotten many a photographer out of a jam, providing Macgyver-like solutions to photographic, video and theatrical problems both common and otherwise. It's strong but not permanent, and unlike duct tape, doesn't leave a mess. Who wouldn't love this stuff?</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13175 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Whether you're finally jumping onto the flat screen wave or seeking the perfect HDTV to outfit your living room or den, you'll find today's televisions have more to offer than room-swallowing screen sizes or razor-thin midsections. But parsing the techno-jargon can be daunting.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13170 <p><span style="font-size: small;">A wall of flat-screen TVs at a big box store may be a bit intimidating. Which ones are truly good deals for you? Here's a roundup of top sets in each price point.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13171 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Which MP3 player is best for you? Read these mini-reviews some of the most popular models currently available. You don&rsquo;t need to break the bank to put hundreds or even thousands of songs and hundreds of videos in the palm of your hand.</span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12075 <p><span style="font-size: small;">If you're in the market for a portable music player, I'm afraid to tell you there's no such thing. Don't worry, there are loads of compact digital devices on the market that play music. There just isn't a device that only plays music. </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12074 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Whether you're looking to fine-tune the audio tracks on your video product, spruce up your musical creations, or restore and digitize analog audio format, today's audio software can tackle a range of duties.&nbsp; </span></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/13161 <p><em><span style="font-size: small;">Has your old computer become a clunker? Time to replace it! Different needs require different types of computers. Here&rsquo;s some advice to help you choose the right one for your needs.</span></em></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12126 <p><span style="font-size: small;">Thoughtfully selecting the right set of peripherals and gizmos will make working with your netbook or notebook computer a breeze.</span><em><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></em></p> http://www.adorama.com/alc/article/12128