Posts Tagged ‘Red Eye Reduction’

Canon Rebel T2i

When a consumer is searching for a camera that is reasonably priced, the Canon Rebel T2i is perfect. The Canon Rebel T2i has been crafted with massive improvements over its predecessors including a top-quality metering scheme, improved video capabilities, and more. Additionally, the Canon Rebel T2i retains the fine features of its predecessors, so that the camera successfully unifies the best features of existing cameras with advanced technologies.The Canon Rebel T2i offers the consumer superior pixilation when compared to the Canon Rebel XS, XSi, T1i or the EOS 500D; the T2i gives consumers a camera that is outfitted with 18.0 Megapixel CMOS sensor. This camera will allow the user to capture high definition still captures and videos and it has a max resolution equaling an amazing 5184 x 3456 to ensure extraordinary clarity and a superior gradation of imagery. The Canon Rebel T2i comes with a 1080p high definition video resolution capable of capturing as many as thirty frames every second. The camera is capable of capturing audio and if the user desires they can hook up an external microphone into the input jack for improved audio capturing.The Canon T2i has an array of excellent and desirable features including a .. more »

The Secret to Better Flash Photos – Move Your Flash Off-Camera

If you are looking for a way to dramatically improve your flash photos, you need to move your flash unit away from your camera. This means you will need an external flash unit and a means to hold and trigger it off the camera.Why should you go to the trouble and expense of using a remote flash when your camera most likely has a perfectly good built-in flash? Almost all cameras that feature a built-in or pop-up flash unit place the flash directly over or just to one side of the lens. Any professional photographer will tell you that is the worst place for the flash to be. This article will explain how you can use a remote flash to improve portraits of people, but most of the following will apply to any subject.Consider the list of problems created ?by having your the flash inline or near the lens. First off, this is where red-eye originates. If the flash is fired from an area in close proximity to the lens, the chances of your subject displaying red-eye is increased substantially . Some cameras offer a red-eye reduction mode and you can usually fix the problem by editing your images with .. more »

Understanding Red-Eye in photos and how it can be prevented

Why are eyes red in photos?Red-eye is a phenomenon that happens only when taking photos using a flash. When taking photos in day light or when in high ambient light scenarios people's eyes look normal. When taking pictures in low ambient light scenarios using a flash the result many times is redness in the people's eyes.The reason for the color red is simple - when flash light from the camera hits the eyes it penetrates and is reflected back from the retina. The color of the reflected light is red because the light is actually reflected from the red blood in the retina.In some scenarios the red-eye is evident while in others it is mild or doesn't seem to appear at all. One of the main factors for that is the state of the pupils. If the pupils are dilated (for example the pupils dilate in darkness or when drinking alcohol) more light is reflected back from the retina and the eyes in the photo appear redder.Common way to reduce red-eyeThe most commonly used method to reduce red-eye is activating the camera's built-in red-eye reduction feature. The red-eye reduction feature is very simple yet effective. When turned on the camera .. more »