Digital Camera World Issue 35 July 2005 (pdf document) download at fliiby.com

"20 PAGES OF REVIEWS! NIKON D70s, FUJI F10 & MORE Helping you create better photographs July 2005 www.dcmag.co.uk GET TO GRIPS WITH RAW 12 easy steps to better photos ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO FLASH FREE CD-ROM TRY PHOTOSHOP CS2 RIGHT HERE! Leap into action photography HOW TO CAPTURE AMAZING SHOTS OF SPEED AND MOTION ■ People, sports and wildlife on the move ■ Creative techniques for high-speed action ■ Tips from the world’s best photographers £4.99 JULY 2005 PRINTED IN THE UK Digital Camera Magazine Future Publishing, 30 Monmouth Street, Bath, BA1 2BW Editorial ☎ +44 (0)1225 442244 www.dcmag.co.uk Customer services ☎ 0870 444 8475 YOUR TEAM Marcus Hawkins Editor – editor.dcm@futurenet.co.uk Andrea Thompson Deputy Editor – andrea.thompson@futurenet.co.uk Rob Bowen Art Editor – rob.bowen@futurenet.co.uk Elizabeth Raderecht Operations – elizabeth.raderecht@futurenet.co.uk SECTION EDITORS AND EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS Mark Harris, George Cairns, Karl Foster, David Corﬁeld, Matthew Richards, Matt Fagg, Derek Lea, Tim Shelbourne, Mark Sparrow, Pete Martin, Liz Elders, Rod Lawton, Matt Henry, Dan Oliver, Kate Foley, Siobhan Kelly, Lee Frost PHOTOGRAPHIC CONTRIBUTORS (Where not credited inside) Future Network Photo Studio, Photolibrary.com, Getty Images ADVERTISING Mandy Atkin Senior Advertising Manager ☎ 01225 788205 mandy.atkin@futurenet.co.uk David Gaine Senior Sales Executive ☎ 01225 788169 david.gaine@futurenet.co.uk Zahid Patel Classiﬁed Sales Executive ☎ 01225 442244 ext 2737 zahid.patel@futurenet.co.uk Advertisement typesetting J Jays Ltd NEW MEDIA Ali Jennings New Media Editor – ali.jennings@futurenet.co.uk Sarah Williams Software Copyright Co-Ordinator sarah.williams@futurenet.co.uk CIRCULATION AND MARKETING Fiona Tully Marketing Manager Jennifer Wagner Marketing Executive Clare Tovey Production Manager Katty Pigott Production Co-ordinator Mike Thorne Team Buyer Colin Polis Future Plus Buyer INTERNATIONAL LICENSING Simon Wear International Licensing Director SENIOR MANAGEMENT Nick Merritt Group Senior Editor Steve Gotobed Senior Art Editor Stuart Anderton Publisher Dom Beaven Publishing Director SUBSCRIPTIONS & BACK ISSUES If you have a query regarding a subscription or back issue, or would like to place an order, please contact our customer services team: Telephone: +44 (0)870 4448680 Email: customerservice@futurenet.co.uk Future Publishing Ltd is part of Future plc. 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Tel ☎ 020 7633 3300 Printed in England © Future Publishing Ltd 2005 Disclaimer All contributions to Digital Camera Magazine are accepted on the basis of a non-exclusive worldwide licence to publish or license others to do so, unless otherwise agreed in advance in writing. We reserve the right to edit letters. We cannot accept liability for mistakes or misprints, or any damage to equipment or possessions arising from use of this publication, its discs or software. Due to unforeseen circumstances, it may sometimes be necessary to make last-minute changes to advertised content, for magazine and discs. World’s best photographers – round one… his month sees us publishing the results of the portraits category in the Photographer of the Year competition. If you’ve been tracking the contest on our website you’ll know how many stunning images were submitted from across the globe. There’s still time to enter the remaining three categories – visit the website and be inspired by some of the strikingly original work you’ll ﬁnd there. Not everyone will agree with the choices of winning photographs. That’s a good thing. It would be pretty dull if we all had the same tastes. But try not to let others’ views shape your own. If you like a photo, who cares what anyone else thinks? Don’t fear criticism of your own work, either. After all, the harshest critic of your photographs should always be yourself. Equally, don’t be afraid to make mistakes. You’re probably not pushing yourself hard enough creatively if you’re not producing the occasional ‘unusual’ composition or exposure. One area of photography which certainly can be a hit and miss affair is action photography. I’ve lost track of how many frames I’ve burned through attempting to create satisfying motion blur images. As for capturing splitsecond, pin-sharp shots of leaping dolphins, well… let’s just say I’d like the opportunity to try. The action photography techniques we cover this issue will unlock your creativity and help you get the shots you’ve always wanted to. Once you do, why not submit your best ones to the Photographer of the Year competition’s Action category? T “The harshest critic of your photographs should be yourself – but don’t be afraid to make mistakes” Tell us what you think of this and other photography issues on our chat room at: www.dcmag.co.uk/forum Marcus Hawkins Editor editor.dcm@futurenet.co.uk Our promise to you… ■ We will show you how to create better pictures, give clear, independent buying recommendations on the latest kit, and deliver a CD packed with the top PC software. ■ We use boxes, tips, quick ﬁxes, quality photography, walkthroughs & diagrams to show you how to improve your skills. ■ We have a cast-iron policy of editorial independence. All our kit is reviewed as-sold. We discourage our journalists from accepting Meet your experts… Andrea Thompson Deputy editor Andrea has a degree in Visual Arts and great passion for both photography and digital art. Lee Frost Professional landscape photographer Lee’s a widely-published author who also leads photography tours around the world. Rod Lawton Reviewer and writer Rod has an encyclopaedic knowledge of digital cameras and accessories. Mark Harris Reviews editor and writer Mark once worked for Which? so what he doesn’t know about kit isn’t worth knowing. gifts from advertisers. Get in touch… ■ Articles/ideas for publication and general enquiries email: editor.dcm@futurenet.co.uk ■ Customer services/subscriptions departments email: customerservice@futurenet.co.uk Tim Shelbourne Professional digital artist and writer Tim’s in-depth knowledge of the intricacies of image editing and Photoshop is second to none. Derek Lea Professional digital artist and writer Derek is an award-winning Photoshop specialist with an international following. 003 Photo ideas 76 Getup&go July 2005 #35 We visit the medieval city of Fez in Morocco, the Birmingham Botanical Gardens and the Beamish Museum near Durham 82 5 ways: urban scenes Cities and towns offer endless opportunities for photographers. Here are ﬁve different angles to start you off… 81 What’s on Your monthly guide to the best photographic exhibitions, competitions and events 128 Your mission: challenge Your Mission: Macro – page 128 Contents Technique 50 RAW power Discover the beneﬁts of shooting in RAW format This month, your mission is to shoot the theme of pets. Here are some images to inspire you 70 Q&A Our team of experts answer your photography and editing questions Cover story Your pictures 6 Hotshots Five pages of our favourite reader photos we received this month ore Exhibition : Derry Mo 81 Photographs – page 54 Guide to ﬂash Master the myriad uses of ﬂash photography Cover story 60 Panning in Photoshop Simulate the blur effect of moving the camera to follow your subject 12 Six of the best This issue we showcase the best of your pictures on the theme of transport In-depth 34 Action photography Matthew Richards and David Corﬁeld show you how to push your photographic skills to the limit and grab a piece of the action, along with expert help from professional sports photographers, Bob Martin and Neale Haynes 62 Moving images Add motion to your shots with zoom burst and motion blur 72 Photo Clinic Constructive evaluation of a selection of reader shots 126 Your Mission: results May’s challenge was to shoot macro images. Here are the results Offers & compos 64 Perfect portraits Add a little virtual make-up to your model’s face to remove shine and blemishes 30 Photographer of the Year 2005 View the results of the Portraits category of this prestigious amateur photography contest 66 Faking candlelight Create a ﬂattering candlelit effect in Photoshop Elements SUBSCRIBE & GET: ■ Free magazine delivery to your door ■ Free camera bag (with direct debit) ■ Special subscriber-only cover ■ It’s a perfect gift for you or a friend 68 Coverdisc programs A step-by-step guide to creating an online gallery with NetObjects Fusion Full details p29 Call Lines open 24 hours a day. Please quote DCMP35 ☎ 0870 837 4722 now! Look, no coverlines! 004 Guide t Colouro Techniq ues, ide in as and spiratio n fo great ph r creating otos FREE Essentials 16 26 130 30 29 25 119 Eyewitness Latest photo news Viewﬁnder Best of your letters Next month Preview of issue 36 Competition POTY 2005 Subscribe Save money Back issues Phone and get one Dealer ads Advertiser offers Kit reviews New cameras Cover story 86 ....................................Nikon D2X 90 .................................. Nikon D70s 92 ..................... Fujiﬁlm FinePix F10 94 ........... Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505 96 ..........................Casio Exilim Z57 New kit and software 98 ...........Manfrotto 190MF3 tripod 98 .....Roxio Easy Media Creator 7.5 98 .................................. Dg Foto Art 98 ..................................... ACDsee 7 98 ................Crumpler shoulder bag 98 .................Crumpler camera case 101 Photo paper on test How much difference does your paper make? We try 28 types to ﬁnd out 115 The A-List Buyers’ Guide: Find the best cameras from £100 up to £5,000… LEAP INTO ACTION Cover feature 34 Learn how to capture dramatic action shots of people, sport and wildlife with David Corﬁeld and Matthew Richards’ guide to action photography ON YOUR COVERDISC Get started with the only discs that contain everything you need – Photoshop videos, tutorial ﬁles, free full software, test shots and much more! ■ To use, load disc and follow instructions ■ Use the software – tutorials from p60 005 Hotshots First-rate reader photos 006 Hotshots SHOT OF THE MONTH Tim Anderson Lifebelt “Walking along Camber Beach recently on a dull day, I was just thinking about taking a few shots of this lifebelt as the orange against the grey sky caught my eye, when the sun suddenly came out. A few quick shots on auto and here is the result.” Camera used Canon EOS 300D Settings 1/250 sec at f/13 Lens 18-55mm ■ Turn to page 10 for details on how you can become a prize winner next month… ARD • WI NN AW ER ARD • WI NN AW ER ARD • WI AW NN ER PRI WINNZE ER ER ARD • WI NN AW Tim Anderson “I ﬁnally made the switch to digital last year. It’s the best thing I ever did. Adding a computer and a Canon i9950 printer has given me complete control over the whole process. 007 Hotshots Gary Lewis Rough Day at Work “This was a shot that I took on holiday last year. I was using my FujiFilm S7000 and set it to landscape mode. I had to climb up to a high position and just wait for the right wave to come along.” About Gary “I wasn’t sure about going digital. My wife bought the S7000 as a Christmas present and I have to say that I love it. Digital is the way forward and I would like to upgrade to a digital SLR.” Camera used Fujifilm S7000 Settings 1/600 sec at f/7 Sharkawi Che Din Parrot “Using a fast shutter speed allowed me to freeze this action. In order to allow for fast focusing and to throw the background out of focus, using my L series lenses with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 was essential.” About Sharkawi “I am a 3D animator but have always enjoyed photography.” Camera used Canon EOS 300D Settings 1/500 sec at f/2.8 Lens 70-200mm 008 Hotshots Barry Ballard Yosemite “Here’s a shot I took in Yosemite this March during a sleet storm. At various times my camera was covered in ice particles. This is the actual sky, by the way – the ice particles in the clouds were refracting the light.” About Barry “I started photography with a Canon T90 (which I still have), but have just got into digital. My only training has come from your February and March issues, which helped me get over the intimidation of using the software and especially layers. Camera used Nikon D100 Settings 1/250 sec at f/8 Lens Sigma zoom at 20mm 009 Hotshots Vladimir Gurov On the Verge of Winter “This shot was taken on the shore of the frozen artiﬁcial sea on the river Ob, near Novosibirsk city.” About Vladimir “I took up photography again after a gap of about 25 years, when I got the opportunity to use great digital technology. Now my digital camera is my best friend on all my trips.” Camera used Canon 300D Settings 1/60 sec at f/20 Lens Canon EF 17-40 WIN £500 WORTH OF CANVAS PRINTS! Send a 500K JPEG of your Hotshot to gallery.dcm@futurenet.co.uk. Include your name, the photo's title, the camera settings, the camera used, 50 words about you, and how and why you got the shot. ■ The best shot printed next month wins £500 worth of Fotoserve giant canvas prints – a great way for you to show off your favourite photos. Fotoserve produces prints and gifts from your digital photos. Please see www.fotoserve.com for more details, or email info@fotoserve.com Victor Burnside Tom “This picture was shot using natural light from a window. I changed it to black and white using channels, levels and contrast.” About Victor “I have been digital for about a year and probably take ten times more photographs than with ﬁlm.” Camera used Olympus 5060W Settings 1/125 sec at f/4 010 Feel a need to evoke a sense of speed? Then put your camera’s advanced functions through their paces with George Cairns lsewhere in this issue we look at recreating a variety of camera blur effects on your computer that will add a sense of speed to your shots. Faking motion blur in Photoshop enables you to choose which parts E TR ANSPORT of the shot are sharp and which are blurred. However, capturing blur by using a slow shutter speed gives you a more natural effect because it blends the edges of the subject and the background together in a more subtle way. A few of your transport-related submissions have been manipulated in Photoshop to add motion blur, but none of these images were as effective as shots where the blur was captured in-camera. Transport provides the perfect subject for you to experiment with various shutter speed settings to add a different motion blur effects to your work. Set your camera to TV (Time Value) and reduce the shutter speed around to 1/40 sec. The TV setting prioritises shutter speed over aperture, and ensures that you shoot at the desired speed. The camera automatically closes down the iris to avoid over-exposing the shot. When you pan to follow a moving object it looks relatively sharp while the background turns to streaks of blurred light and colour. You can use the shutter priority technique to add blur without moving the camera. Rest it on the ground in a busy place like a railway platform and set the shutter to a long duration of 13 seconds. You’ll get the motion blur of passing trains and ghostly shapes of passengers waiting to board. ■ A RD • WI N NE AW R A R D • WI N NE AW R A R D • WI N NE AW R PRI WINNZE ER R A RD • WI N NE AW PANNING PERFORMANCE by Anthony Byrne LOOK by Mike Raanhuis Camera Canon EOS 300D Settings f/6.3, 1/100 sec. Mike’s shot throws the theme of photography into the mix along with transport. Isolating the car’s colour helps make it the focal point of this cool shot. ✔ COMPOSITION ✔ SUBJECT MATTER ✖ QUALITY OF SHOT Camera Canon EOS 20D Settings f/29, 1/140 sec. By using a relatively slow shutter speed and panning to follow the vehicle, Anthony captures the speed and excitement of driving this performance car. ✔ COMPOSITION ✔ SUBJECT MATTER ✔ QUALITY OF SHOT 012 Six of the best LONDON RIDE Vasily Kostryukov Camera Nikon E5400 Settings f/2.6, 1/4sec. This shot uses a moving vehicle to create a tracking shot of a London street. A slow shutter speed causes motion blur to enhance the shot with dashes of shape and colour. ✖ COMPOSITION ✔ SUBJECT MATTER ✔ QUALITY OF SHOT ELEPHANT by Hayley Kohn Camera Nikon D70 Settings f/4, 1/800 sec. We liked Hayley’s interpretation of the transport brief; four legs instead of four wheels still counts as transport! We wonder what route number 72 covers? ✔ COMPOSITION ✔ SUBJECT MATTER ✔ QUALITY OF SHOT BUS TRIP by Claire Armstrong Camera Canon EOS 350D Settings f/22, 1/2 sec. Using a half second shutter speed and a tight iris setting, Claire is able to capture dramatic daytime motion blur without over-exposing the shot. ✖ COMPOSITION ✔ SUBJECT MATTER ✔ QUALITY OF SHOT OFF ROAD by Mike Vonbergen Camera Canon EOS 20D Settings f/6.3, 1/3200 sec. Here a sense of movement is evoked by using a very fast shutter speed to freeze the spraying plumes of dust as they’re kicked up by the spinning wheels. ✖ COMPOSITION ✔ SUBJECT MATTER ✖ QUALITY OF SHOT 013 016 Eyewitness ■ News ■ Kit ■ Trends ■ Accessories ■ Opinion Reportage A Digital Picture of Britain The BBC invites amateur and pro photographers to shoot contemporary Britain The BBC has persuaded several of the UK’s most distinguished photographers to ditch their ﬁlm cameras and use the latest digital tech to capture compelling images of Britain’s urban, rural and industrial landscapes. And amateur photographers are invited to get in on the act via a web-based competition to be run in conjunction with the associated TV series A Digital Picture of Britain. The six-part series is currently airing on BBC Four and features digital photography guru and Digital Camera Magazine contributor Tom Ang, along with such photo luminaries as Ian Berry, Jenny Matthews, Martin Beckett and Calum Colvin OBE. Each featured photographer has a particular connection with the region they’re shooting and the aim is to capture an eclectic range of views of Britain in 2005. Digital viewers will be able to access an interactive gallery showcasing the most popular pictures, as well as digital photography masterclasses, which focus on a different topic each week. Prizes of digital cameras and exhibition space at the National Museum of Film photography and TV, Bradford, are on offer to viewers who submit their own shots to www. bbc.co.uk/apictureofbritain before 31st July 2005, so get snapping and log onto the site for entry details. There will also be an exhibition of the series’ photos at Tate Britain, Millbank, London, from 15th June to 4th September – see www.tate.org.uk/ apictureofbritain One of Tom Ang’s shots for A Digital Picture of Britain. “The invitation to submit photos is a serious one – it will enrich the picture of Britain which we have, and gives DCM readers a chance to participate in a neat project.” 017 Got any ground breaking news you think we should know about? Email editor.dcm@futurenet.co.uk Eyewitness PHOTOGRAPHY Kodak KOs competition Sales soar..."

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