London, 26th August 2010 – Canon today announces the latest addition to its renowned L-series of professional lenses, the EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM, designed to answer growing demand for a high performance zoom lens which offers outstanding mobility and versatility. The EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM offers a 4.3x telephoto zoom range of 70-300mm, with a variable aperture of f/4-5.6.
The compact (143mm) design also features the build quality that photographers have come to expect from Canon’s acclaimed L-series lenses. With its impressive focal range and travel-friendly size, the EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM is ideally suited to professionals and advanced amateur photographers wishing to capture portraits, nature and action shots in superb detail.
Canon signature image quality
Thanks to two ultra-low dispersion (UD) elements and a floating lens group, the
EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM captures stunning high-contrast, high-resolution images with low levels of chromatic aberration throughout the zoom range. The lens makes use of Canon’s Super Spectra coatings, reducing ghosting and flare to ensure the highest possible image quality and minimising the requirement for extensive post processing.
Canon’s advanced optical Image Stabilizer (IS) provides photographers with a four-stop IS advantage, enabling the capture of sharp images even when shooting at maximum zoom or in low light conditions, by allowing the use of slower shutter speeds than would usually be possible with handheld shooting.
An eight-blade circular aperture also offers excellent bokeh ideal for portraiture, producing a more pleasant background and creatively isolating the subject.
Autofocus (AF) is fast and quiet thanks to a ring-type USM AF motor, combined with the independent lens CPU and advanced AF algorithms to enable accurate, reliable focusing in all conditions. As with all Canon L series lenses, full time manual focus override is possible, allowing photographers to manually focus, even when the AF motor is engaged. With a minimum focusing distance of 1.2m (3.9ft) throughout the zoom range, photographers can achieve sharp results, even when close to the action.
L-series – robust performance in all conditions
Honouring the L-series heritage, the EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM offers exceptional build quality, ideal for daily use by professionals and advanced amateurs. The lens includes environmental protection, allowing photographers to shoot in harsh conditions – even in the extremes of the desert or rainforest. Canon’s new Fluorine Coating also makes cleaning the lens easier, preventing smears or streaking.
Professional accessories
As part of the L-series range, the EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM is supplied with a lens hood ET-73B and lens case LP1424 as standard. In addition, an optional, dedicated tripod mount C (WII) can be directly attached to the lens. This allows it to be stabilised easily and the camera switched quickly from vertical to horizontal and back, without having to reposition the camera body on the tripod, perfect for fast-paced action with a variety of subjects.
Lincoln Memorial, originally uploaded by sweetspot@f8.
16th President of the United States from March 1861 until his assassination in April 1865.
This is a photo of the Statue of President Abraham Lincoln inside the Lincoln Memorial.
President Lincoln has long stood in the minds of the American people as a symbol of honesty, integrity, and humanity. Although a national monument to him was not raised until the 20th century, demands for a fitting memorial had been voiced since the time of his death. In 1867, Congress heeded these demands and passed the first of many bills incorporating a commission to erect a monument to Lincoln. An American, Clarke Mills, was chosen to design the structure. His plans reflected the bombastic nationalistic spirit of the age. His design called for a 70-foot structure adorned with six equestrian and 31 pedestrian statues of colossal proportions, crowned by a 12-foot statue of Lincoln. However, subscriptions for the project were insufficient and its future collapsed.
Taken at night with a Canon Rebel XS with a Sigma 70-300mm APO DG Macro lens at 300mm, ISO 100, 0.8sec at f/9.0. Camera on a tripod.
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March 9, 2010. Tamron announced the development of a new lens, the Tamron SP 70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di VC USD for Canon, Nikon and Sony.
The new lens features an Extra Low Dispersion (XLD)1 lens made from high-grade materials delivers best in class resolution. Tamron’s own Ultrasonic Silent Drive (USD)2 and Vibration Compensation (VC) make the lens fast, quiet and easy to use.
Wow, this is good news. It’s an SP Series lens in the 70-300mm range, Tamron’s SP series lenses are known to have excellent quality, like my Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 VC. I was thinking of getting a Canon EF 70-300mm F/4-5.6 IS USM for more reach, now I think I should just hold off and wait a few more months for this. We’ll see.
Read the Complete Press Release below:
March 9, 2010, Commack, NY—President and CEO Morio Ono of optical equipment manufacturer Tamron Co., Ltd., announced another advance in Tamron’s pursuit of high resolution images in the telephoto lens category with the development of a 70-300mm F/4-5.6 telephoto zoom lens featuring image stabilization––VC (Vibration Compensation) and an ultrasonic auto-focus drive –– USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive). The SP AF70-300mm F4-5.6 Di VC USD (Model A005) high-resolution DSLR telephoto zoom lens has been produced first for the Nikon mount, with the development of compatible mounts for Canon and Sony3 to follow.
This new telephoto zoom lens is designed for digital SLR cameras and can be used with both full-frame sensor as well as AF 35mm film cameras with a zoom range of 70-300mm; and with APS-C sensor cameras where the angle of view will change the zoom range equal to 109-465mm4.
With superior optical performance, Tamron’s own USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) and VC (Vibration Compensation), the SP 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di VC USD (Model A005) provides the performance of a high-end premium telephoto zoom that is appealing to a broad spectrum of photography enthusiasts.
Unparalleled optical performance in a fast and steady telephoto zoom lens
In the pursuit to achieve the most outstanding image resolution in the 70-300mm class, Tamron’s 60th Anniversary lens – the SP AF70-300mm F4-5.6 Di VC USD (Model A005) – utilizes an advanced optical design that features an LD (Low Dispersion) and an XLD (Extra Low Dispersion) lens element made from specialized materials that prevent chromatic aberration. As a result, the SP AF70-300mm Di VC USD boasts sharper contrast and greater descriptive performance than all others in its class.
In addition, it is the first Tamron lens sporting a USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive), Tamron’s very own ultrasonic auto-focus drive mechanism. This USD mechanism delivers fast focusing, making it a perfect telephoto zoom choice for photographing sports, racing, and other fast-moving subjects. The lens also boasts Tamron’s proprietary VC (Vibration Compensation) image stabilization to assist in hand-held shooting, not only at long focal length ranges where blurring is common, but also under low-lit conditions, dramatically enhancing photographic freedom.
This combination of best in class image resolution, Ultrasonic Silent Drive and Vibration Compensation is a new achievement of Tamron technology, culminating in the production of a premium 70-300mm telephoto zoom lens.
Product Features
New optical system optimized for digital cameras achieves top resolution in the 70-300mm class with specialized glass elements including an XLD (Extra Low Dispersion) lens element
This lens’ advanced optical design employs a sophisticated XLD (Extra Low Dispersion) lens element made from specialized high-grade glass that has lower dispersive properties than standard LD lenses (where refraction causes the dispersion of white light into spectral hues). The dispersive properties of the XLD lens are at a level similar to fluorite, and in combination with LD elements make for an optimal optical design that delivers best in class resolution with advanced axial chromatic and magnification aberration correction – major inhibitors of image quality enhancement. The result is a lens that delivers sharp contrast and better descriptive performance throughout the entire zoom range.
Fast focusing with USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive), Tamron’s ultrasonic autofocus driveThe lens is equipped with Tamron’s first-ever ultrasonic auto-focus drive USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive). It achieves faster focusing making this telephoto lens perfect for photography of sports, motor racing, and other fast-moving subjects. With advanced motor technology and newly developed software, Tamron’s USD delivers precise and noiseless focusing at turbo speed.
USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive)
Tamron’s USD works with the high-frequency ultrasonic vibrations that are produced by a ring called a ‘stator’. Energy from the vibrations is used to rotate an attached metallic ring known as the ‘rotor’. Piezoelectric ceramic, an element that produces ultrasonic vibrations when voltage of a specific frequency is applied is arranged in a ring formation on the stator. This electrode configuration of piezoelectric ceramic causes two ultrasonic vibrations to occur in the stator.
By effectively combining these two ultrasonic vibrations, it is possible to convert the energy from the vibrations that produced simple motion into energy known as ‘deflective traveling waves’, which then moves around the circumference (rotation direction) of the ring.
With the USD, the friction between these deflective traveling waves created on the metallic surface of the stator and the surface of the rotor produce force, causing the rotor to rotate. The focusing ring lens, which is linked to the rotor, is thus moved, creating a fast and smooth auto-focus drive.
Equipped with Tamron’s VC (Vibration Compensation) image stabilization
The SP 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di VC USD employs Tamron’s esteemed image stabilization mechanism–VC (Vibration Compensation) seen in both the AF18-270mm Di II VC (Model B003) and SP AF17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC (Model B005). With VC, the photographer has the freedom to shoot at a shutter speed that is an extra four stops slower without having to worry about blurring. This makes capturing handheld, evening, night, and interior shots much easier.
VC (Vibration Compensation)
Tamron’s VC mechanism employs a three-coil system, whereby three driving coils activate the shake-compensating VC lens group electromagnetically via three steel balls. The VC lens elements are held in place only by contact with the steel balls, achieving smooth movement with little friction. This provides a stable viewfinder image with excellent tracking performance that eliminates the blur from camera shake for cleaner, crisper shots.
Full time manual focus at your fingertips
Auto-focus has many benefits but sometimes the photographer needs the control of manual focus. Full time manual offers just that: the crossover from auto-focus to manual focus by simply adjusting the focus ring, allowing the photographer to make adjustments on the fly. This feature helps the lens produce impressive results even in telephoto situations where the depth of field is narrow.
Better balance and consistent length with internal focusing
When focusing, the internal elements of the lens move and the lens’ external size does not change. This offers better balance and easier telephoto shots. Moreover, the barrel is not subject to stray light entering from external helicoids that can negatively affect images. And because the external elements do not move, it makes it easier to utilize polarizing filters and the flower shape hood to control the amount of light that enters the lens.
Enjoyable photography for a wide range of enthusiasts, from those using traditional film cameras, to digital SLRs with full-frame or APS-C size sensors
With a full-frame digital or 35mm SLR, portrait and medium telephoto shots can be achieved on the wider 70mm end of the range and spectacular telephoto shots at the longer 300mm side. When using an ASP-C sensor camera the angle of view changes, giving it the equivalent range of 109-465mm for bold ultra-telephoto shots. And with a maximum magnification ratio 1:4, the lens can be used to explore in the realm of semi-macro photography.
Focal length on Various Format Cameras:
Focal length range for DSLRs with full-size sensors and 35mm film format SLRs
70mm
200mm
300mm
Focal length range for DSLRs with APS-C-size sensors
*Tamron’s conversion value is 1.55x
Angle of view
equivalent to approx.
109mm
Angle of view
equivalent to approx.
310mm
Angle of view
equivalent to approx.
465mm
Uncompromising countermeasures to reduce ghosting and flare
Digital photography requires extreme precision, which is why Tamron incorporates new BBAR (Broad-Band Anti Reflection) multilayer coatings that reduce reflection into the lens elements. This ensures excellent performance in all photographic conditions and enhances light transmission on both long and short wavelengths. In addition, Tamron applies internal surface coatings on cemented surfaces of lens elements to make images sharper with better color reproduction and balance.
Simple yet beautiful exterior design
Tamron adopted a simple design with a smooth silhouette to ensure that this lens fits well with various SLR cameras. The exquisite textured paint gives a well-crafted finish to the exterior.
Flower-shaped hood with excellent stray light shielding properties–a standard accessory
The flower-shaped hood has been designed specifically to block out damaging light rays and ensures clear, sharp descriptive performance.
1. XLD-Extra Low Dispersion lens is made from specialized high-grade glass that has lower dispersive properties than standard LD lenses.
2. USD-Ultrasonic Silent Drive is Tamron’s proprietary ultrasonic motor drive.
3. The Sony mount is not equipped with the VC image stabilization mechanism, as anti-shake functionality is included in the body of Sony digital SLR cameras. Consequently, the name of the Sony mounted lens, SP 70-300mm F4-5.6 Di USD, does not include the VC description.
4. Tamron’s conversion 1.55x
Specifications
SP AF70-300mm F4-5.6 Di VC USD
Model Name A005
Focal Length 70-300mm
Maximum Aperture F/4-5.6
Minimum Aperture F/32-45
Angle Of View 34° 21′ – 8° 15′
Lens Construction 17 elements / 12 groups
MFD (Minimum Focus Distance) 59.1″
Diaphragm Blades 9
Filter Size Ø62mm
Size (Diameter x Length) Ø3.2 in. x 5.6 in.*
Weight 27.0 oz*
Max. Mag. Ratio 1:4 (at f=300mm: MFD 1.5m)
Standard Accessory Flower-Shaped hood
Compatible Mount Canon, Nikon, Sony**
*specifications based on Nikon mount
**The Sony mount does not include the VC image stabilization functionality, as the body of Sony digital SLR cameras contains built-in image stabilization functionality
About TAMRON Co., Ltd.
‘New Eyes for Industry’ is Tamron’s slogan, as they are a comprehensive manufacturer of a wide range of original optical products, from interchangeable lenses for SLR cameras to various optical devices for both the general consumer and OEMs. Tamron makes optical products that contribute to a range of different industries. As a leading manufacturer of optical devices, Tamron will continue to exercise its rich creativity and leading-edge technical prowess to make advances into various industrial fields. Tamron is aware of their environmental responsibilities and aspires to preserve the environment in all business activities.
Optical Product Line-up:
Interchangeable lenses for SLR cameras, digital camera lenses, video camera lenses, CCTV camera lenses, automotive lenses, lenses for cell phones cameras, ultra-precision optical components, etc.
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You can also read this Press Release here at the Tamron Website.
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black)
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Photo Processing and Management App: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2
software is essential for today’s digital photography workflow. Now you can quickly import, process, manage, and showcase your images–from one shot to an entire shoot. Quickly batch process, convert, and apply metadata to your photos on import. Easily make selections with multiple viewing and comparison options. Adjust and enhance color, exposure, and tonal curves nondestructively on more than 190 camera raw file formats, as well as JPEG, TIFF, and PSD files. Every change you make to an image is automatically tracked, so you can return to any state with a single click. With Lightroom 2, you spend less time in front of the computer and more time behind the lens.
Camera Gear:
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black)
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (Black)
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Book Recommendation:
Here is a another great book by David duChemin.
VisionMongers: Making a Life and a Living in Photography
For those who want to make the transition into the world of vocational photography—staying true to your craft and vision, while fusing that craft with commerce VisionMongers is a great place to begin your journey. With a voice equally realistic and encouraging, photographer David duChemin discusses the experiences he’s had, the lessons he’s learned, and the practices he’s adopted in his own winding journey to becoming a successful working photographer.
When it comes to this personal, honest combination of craft and commerce, there is no single path to success. Everyone’s goals are different, as is everyone’s definition of success. As such, VisionMongers does not prescribe a one size-fits-all program. Instead, duChemin candidly shares ideas, wisdom, and inspiration to introduce you to, and help you navigate, the many aspects of transforming your passion into your vocation. He addresses everything from the anxiety-riddled question “Am I good enough?” to the basics—and beyond—of marketing, business, and finance, as well as the core assumption that your product is great and your craft is always improving.
Along the way, duChemin features the stories of nine other photographers—including Chase Jarvis, Gavin Gough, and Zack Arias—whose paths, while unique, have all shared a commitment and passion for bringing their own vision to market. With VisionMongers, you’ll learn what paths have been taken—what has worked for these photographers—and you’ll be equipped to begin the process of forging your own.
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Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length : 100mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Mode: Aperture Priority
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length : 190mm
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length : 55 mm
Lens : Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS SLR Lens
Mode : Manual
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length : 76mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length : 70mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length : 190mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Mode : Aperture Priority
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length : 190mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Mode : Aperture Priority
I’m selling this lens for only $170.00, I will ship it for free.
I bought this Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras from Amazon 7 Months ago, and is still under warranty from Sigma Corporation. This lens are sold at Amazon
It’s a great lens for the price and for those budget conscious photographer and for those starting in photography, this is a great lens. I haven’t use it much lately, I always find myself using my EF 28-135mm and my EF-s 18-55mm. I don’t do much telephoto whenever I go out. I probably only use this lens during the first three months, and most of the time, its in my camera bag. Below is the rate of usage for all my lenses:
EF-S 18-55mm : 35%
EF 28-135mm : 55%
Sigma 70-300mm : 5%
EF 50mm : 5%
Now when i go out, i only bring a small bag where I can put my extra batteries, memory cards and my EF-S 18-55mm.
This lens is pefect for those people who want’s to shoot telephoto, macro, protrait, and for those interested or starting in photographing birds.
Please scroll down below to see some of the photos taken with this lens.
You can read some reviews for these lens here :
Amazon
B&H Photo and Video
Please read these notes:
- This Item is in excellent like new condition.
- It comes in original manufacturers box with all documents.
- This Sigma Lens, comes with a carrying case and a lens hood.
- This lens is sold as is. No return please. If you have any questions, you can send me an email at sweetspotatf8 @ GMAIL DOT COM , or post a comment below.
- I only accept Paypal. No checks please.
- I will ship the lens for free in 24hrs after payment has been made.
- Tracking No. will be emailed the lucky buyer after shipment.
- Finally Please Click the Buy Now button below if interested.
Here are some of the photos taken with the Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens :
Photo taken from backyard last spring.(04.09.09)
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length : 300mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Exposure : 1/250 sec at f /13
ISO : 400
Mode : Shutter Priority
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length :168 mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Exposure : 1/125 sec at f /9
ISO : 200
Mode : Shutter Priority
Image Format : Raw (CR2)
Time : 5pm Condition : Bright Sunny Summer Afternoon
Other info :
Digital Darkroom Apps:
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2
Adobe Photoshop CS3 for some post processing.
Here is a great book to learn more about Adobe Photoshop Lightroom.
• Work efficiently with images shot in the raw or JPEG format
• Import photographs with ease and sort them according to your workflow
• Create and manage a personal image library
• Apply tonal adjustments to multiple images quickly
• Integrate Photoshop Lightroom with Adobe Photoshop
• Export images for print or Web as digital contact sheets or personal
portfolios
By Scott Kelby
ARE YOU READY FOR AN AMAZING NEW VERSION OF THE PHOTOSHOP BOOK THAT BREAKS ALL THE RULES?
Scott Kelby, the best-selling Photoshop author in the world today, once again takes this book to a whole new level as he uncovers the latest, most important, and most exciting new Adobe Photoshop CS4 techniques for digital photographers. This major update to his award-winning, record-breaking book does something for digital photographers that’s never been done before—it cuts through the bull and shows you exactly “how to do it.” It’s not a bunch of theory; it doesn’t challenge you to come up with your own settings or figure it out on your own. Instead, Scott shows you step-by-step the exact techniques used by today’s cutting-edge digital photographers, and best of all, he shows you flat-out exactly which settings to use, when to use them, and why. That’s why the previous editions of this book are widely used as the official study guide in photography courses at colleges and universities around the world.
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length :133 mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Exposure : 1/125 sec at f /16
ISO : 200
Mode : Shutter Priority
Image Format : Raw (CR2)
Time : 5pm Condition : Bright Sunny Summer Afternoon
Other info :
Digital Darkroom Apps:
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2
Adobe Photoshop CS3 for some post processing.
Here is a great book to learn more about Adobe Photoshop Lightroom.
• Work efficiently with images shot in the raw or JPEG format
• Import photographs with ease and sort them according to your workflow
• Create and manage a personal image library
• Apply tonal adjustments to multiple images quickly
• Integrate Photoshop Lightroom with Adobe Photoshop
• Export images for print or Web as digital contact sheets or personal
portfolios
By Scott Kelby
ARE YOU READY FOR AN AMAZING NEW VERSION OF THE PHOTOSHOP BOOK THAT BREAKS ALL THE RULES?
Scott Kelby, the best-selling Photoshop author in the world today, once again takes this book to a whole new level as he uncovers the latest, most important, and most exciting new Adobe Photoshop CS4 techniques for digital photographers. This major update to his award-winning, record-breaking book does something for digital photographers that’s never been done before—it cuts through the bull and shows you exactly “how to do it.” It’s not a bunch of theory; it doesn’t challenge you to come up with your own settings or figure it out on your own. Instead, Scott shows you step-by-step the exact techniques used by today’s cutting-edge digital photographers, and best of all, he shows you flat-out exactly which settings to use, when to use them, and why. That’s why the previous editions of this book are widely used as the official study guide in photography courses at colleges and universities around the world.
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length :214 mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Exposure : 1/200 sec at f /5.0
ISO : 200
Mode : Shuttter Priority
Image Format : Raw (CR2)
Time : 3pm Condition : Bright Sunny Summer
Black and White Shooting Tips:
- If your camera supports RAW, always shoot in RAW. RAW gives you the most control over your pictures.
- If possible, shoot in the Lowest ISO. Never used AUTO ISO.
- Focus on contrast
by Henry Horenstein
This all-new edition of BLACK & WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY has been totally redesigned and updated to encompass the latest photographic techniques, materials, and processes. It includes information on new and improved films and printing papers, automation, digital photography, and monochromatic and hand-colored images, as well as a portfolio section of images by notable contemporary photographers. Offering a uniquely clear, concise, thorough introduction to one of America’s most popular avocations, BLACK & WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY has for nearly 30 years set the standard against which other photographic how-to manuals are measured. It will continue, in this new edition, to be a vital resource for beginning and experienced photographer alike.
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length :133 mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Exposure : 1/1600 sec at f /4.5
ISO : 200
Mode : Shutter Priority
Image Format : Raw (CR2)
Time : 3pm Condition : Bright Sunny Summer
If you are into Photo Journalism here’s a great book you might like:
by Editors of Life Magazine
The power of pictures is celebrated in this portfolio of the most forceful still images of all time. Robert Capa’s dispatches from the beach at Normandy and Joe Rosenthal’s photographic report of Iwo Jima stirred a nation, as did-in quite an opposite way-Eddie Adams’ and Larry Burrows’ searing imagery from Vietnam.LIFE thinks outside the box in this book: Did Marilyn Monroe’s pinup change the world?Did Harry Benson’s photography of the Beatles deplaning in New York in 1964 alter our cultural focus?The pictures in this book are sometimes beautiful, often striking-and undeniably powerful.
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length :133 mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Exposure : 1/160 sec at f /5.6
ISO : 200
Mode : Aperture Priority
Image Format : Raw (CR2)
Time : 3pm Condition : Bright Sunny Summer
Black and White Shooting Tips:
- If your camera supports RAW, always shoot in RAW. RAW gives you the most control over your pictures.
- If possible, shoot in the Lowest ISO. Never used AUTO ISO.
- Focus on contrast
How I ended up with this final result:
- Using Lightroom. Choose the RAW file or image to process.
- Modify Treatment from Color to Grayscale. Lightroom has a dedicated tool in converting a color image to black-and-white, just use the Grayscale mixer to easily tweak the results.
- Adjusted Blacks to 11
- Adjusted Clarity to -25
- Adjusted Contrast to + 39
- Adjusted Darks to -17
Here is a great book to learn more about Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
by Leslie Alsheimer
Black and white photography has come a long way in the digital world. This comprehensive reference will help you maximize your workflow with coverage of all of the relevant new features of Photoshop CS4 and Lightroom 2, including every stage of the black and white process from capture to printing. Along the way, you’ll find in-depth explanations of key topics such as color management, optimizing your workspace, softproofing and calibration (both onscreen and for output), evaluating histograms, non-destructive editing, and much more.
New features in this edition include:
*In-depth coverage of workflow using the Bridge and Adobe Camera RAW components of CS4
*New recipes and tips for advanced black and white conversion
*Coverage of Lightroom and Photoshop integration features
*An overview of scanners and scanning your black and white film
*Advice on exposure essentials and how to apply the Zone System to your digital shooting
*A brand new chapter on black and white and creative image editing in Lightroom
If you are into Photo Journalism here’s a great book you might like:
by Editors of Life Magazine
The power of pictures is celebrated in this portfolio of the most forceful still images of all time. Robert Capa’s dispatches from the beach at Normandy and Joe Rosenthal’s photographic report of Iwo Jima stirred a nation, as did-in quite an opposite way-Eddie Adams’ and Larry Burrows’ searing imagery from Vietnam.LIFE thinks outside the box in this book: Did Marilyn Monroe’s pinup change the world?Did Harry Benson’s photography of the Beatles deplaning in New York in 1964 alter our cultural focus?The pictures in this book are sometimes beautiful, often striking-and undeniably powerful.
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length :133 mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Exposure : 1/1600 sec at f /4.5
ISO : 200
Mode : Shutter Priority
Image Format : Raw (CR2)
Time : 2pm Condition : Bright Sunny Summer
Black and White Shooting Tips:
- If your camera supports RAW, always shoot in RAW. RAW gives you the most control over your pictures.
- If possible, shoot in the Lowest ISO. Never used AUTO ISO.
- Focus on contrast
How I ended up with this final result:
- Using Lightroom. Choose the RAW file or image to process.
- Modify Treatment from Color to Grayscale. Lightroom has a dedicated tool in converting a color image to black-and-white, just use the Grayscale mixer to easily tweak the results.
- Adjusted Blacks to 11
- Adjusted Clarity to -25
- Adjusted Contrast to + 39
- Adjusted Darks to -17
Here is a great book to learn more about Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
by Leslie Alsheimer
Black and white photography has come a long way in the digital world. This comprehensive reference will help you maximize your workflow with coverage of all of the relevant new features of Photoshop CS4 and Lightroom 2, including every stage of the black and white process from capture to printing. Along the way, you’ll find in-depth explanations of key topics such as color management, optimizing your workspace, softproofing and calibration (both onscreen and for output), evaluating histograms, non-destructive editing, and much more.
New features in this edition include:
*In-depth coverage of workflow using the Bridge and Adobe Camera RAW components of CS4
*New recipes and tips for advanced black and white conversion
*Coverage of Lightroom and Photoshop integration features
*An overview of scanners and scanning your black and white film
*Advice on exposure essentials and how to apply the Zone System to your digital shooting
*A brand new chapter on black and white and creative image editing in Lightroom
If you are into Photo Journalism here’s a great book you might like:
by Editors of Life Magazine
The power of pictures is celebrated in this portfolio of the most forceful still images of all time. Robert Capa’s dispatches from the beach at Normandy and Joe Rosenthal’s photographic report of Iwo Jima stirred a nation, as did-in quite an opposite way-Eddie Adams’ and Larry Burrows’ searing imagery from Vietnam.LIFE thinks outside the box in this book: Did Marilyn Monroe’s pinup change the world?Did Harry Benson’s photography of the Beatles deplaning in New York in 1964 alter our cultural focus?The pictures in this book are sometimes beautiful, often striking-and undeniably powerful.
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length :133 mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Exposure : 1/125 sec at f /16
ISO : 200
Mode : Shutter Priority
Image Format : Raw (CR2)
Time : 5pm Condition : Bright Sunny Summer Afternoon
Other info :
Digital Darkroom Apps:
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2
Adobe Photoshop CS3 for some post processing.
Here is a great book to learn more about Adobe Photoshop Lightroom.
• Work efficiently with images shot in the raw or JPEG format
• Import photographs with ease and sort them according to your workflow
• Create and manage a personal image library
• Apply tonal adjustments to multiple images quickly
• Integrate Photoshop Lightroom with Adobe Photoshop
• Export images for print or Web as digital contact sheets or personal
portfolios
By Scott Kelby
ARE YOU READY FOR AN AMAZING NEW VERSION OF THE PHOTOSHOP BOOK THAT BREAKS ALL THE RULES?
Scott Kelby, the best-selling Photoshop author in the world today, once again takes this book to a whole new level as he uncovers the latest, most important, and most exciting new Adobe Photoshop CS4 techniques for digital photographers. This major update to his award-winning, record-breaking book does something for digital photographers that’s never been done before—it cuts through the bull and shows you exactly “how to do it.” It’s not a bunch of theory; it doesn’t challenge you to come up with your own settings or figure it out on your own. Instead, Scott shows you step-by-step the exact techniques used by today’s cutting-edge digital photographers, and best of all, he shows you flat-out exactly which settings to use, when to use them, and why. That’s why the previous editions of this book are widely used as the official study guide in photography courses at colleges and universities around the world.
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length :133 mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Exposure : 1/20 sec at f /5.6
ISO : 200
Mode : Aperture Priority
Image Format : Raw (CR2)
Time : 5pm Condition : Bright Sunny Summer
Other info :
Digital Darkroom Apps:
I use Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2
For those of you who are interested in Documentary Photography / Photo Journalism, here is a great book for you.
Witness in Our Time: Working Lives of Documentary Photographers
Illustrated with a compelling image from each photographer, Witness in Our Time
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length : 70 mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Exposure : 1/100 sec at f / 14
ISO : 100
Mode : Manual
Image Format : Raw (CR2)
Other info :
Digital Darkroom Apps:
I use Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2
For those of you who are interested in Documentary Photography / Photo Journalism, here is a great book for you.
Witness in Our Time: Working Lives of Documentary Photographers
Illustrated with a compelling image from each photographer, Witness in Our Time
Camera : Canon Rebel XS 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera
Focal Length : 133 mm
Lens : Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras
Exposure : 1/100 sec at f / 14
ISO : 100
Mode : Manual
Image Format : Raw (CR2)
Other info :
Digital Darkroom Apps:
I use Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2
You may also want to consider a great book from renowned photographer Rick Sammon. Rick Sammon’s Exploring the Light: Making the Very Best In-Camera Exposures
This book really inspired me, it’s full of great pictures and as others have said, it’s a great learning tool, especially for an amateur like me.
