Tangkuban Perahu, Bandung Indonesia

Tangkuban Perahu Mountain is located about 30 km north of Bandung. This beautifulplace is located in Lembang area, approximately 30 minutes from Bandung usingTangkuban Parahu bermotor.Gunung vehicle has a height of 2084 meters tall. This mountain became one of the interesting tourist destinations in West Java. Natural environment is cool, and hot springs at the foot of the mountain-foot. Rows of elongatedcraters, the main attraction is actually tersendiri.Tangkuban Boat volcano. Tangkubanboat named because its shape resembles an inverted ship.

Photography Lens

About photography lens

Ultra Wide Angle Lens (UWA)


1. Ultra wide angle is useful for limited space areas.

2. Ultra Wide Lens is from 14mm to 21mm 35mm if menngikut count.


3. One reason is the use of ultra-wide angle to manipulate perspective, it raised all that close to the camera and all far smaller than the camera. Distortion (distortion) can have an impact on the audience.


4. Inside the house, UWA can provide you with the overall image of the room without the extreme distortion. However, you will see the end of the narrow room and the floor will look mengherot.



5. UWA can be used to increase the sense of distance, the distance the audience



6. UWA can be used to create a caricature portraits.



7. UWA does not work so well with the polarizer filter. The result is an uneven effect.



8. Avoid using the smallest aperture even though he gave Depth of field is the greatest because it will provide images of soft (softer image)
Telephoto lens

1. Telephoto allows you to capture subjects that are far away, to magnify the view in front of you.


2. Telephoto lenses that are longer than standard lenses.


3. Telephoto will give better results for portraits against a wide angle lens will give the impression of distortion.


4. Focal length lens on the 80-150mm in 35mm format designated as the ideal lens for portraits.


5. Telephoto lens will compress the distance between elements in the image away.


6. Telephoto can soften the background to let the background is the out of focus.


7. Telephoto distortion can affect the size and cause we do not know the actual size of the subject front and behind the subject.


8. Telephoto can be used to obtain surfaces with mengfokus direction only.


9. When using a telephoto lens with a tripod, lens mount on the tripod collar. It will provide a better strength.


10. Using telephoto lenses on APS-C sensor, you will get a longer telephoto. For example, the D300 will give you 200mm 350mm perspective by computing the 35mm format.

Techniques to take a portrait at home

For Family shooters, these tips are for you.
You do not need thousands of dollars to purchase the studio lights. Enough with the source of the sun that is unmatched by any light even in this world.


Figure 1: The use of natural light.
Figure 2: Set up for the photo above.


tips:1. At 10am in the morning light, overcast, often can provide a very soft light for portraits.


2. Find a closed area, such as a room, and open windows to provide light in to get a very soft light. Placing the subject in a closed area gives you the opportunity to play with shadow and highlight.


3. Use a fast lens like the 50mm f1.8 to obtain optimal contrast and color.


4. Use the f2.8 aperture - F4 as you may lack the power of light. You may need to use ISO400.


5. A high ISO like 1600 will cause the noise that does not attract the baby's skin. You should avoid this noise because it will not look natural on a baby's skin is often soft and smooth.


6. Place the baby face encounter with the source of light to get a good light luminance on the face, bright and attractive.


7. Place the baby's face against the source of light to get rim-light.

*No strobe light is needed

Photography Tips: The Best of RAW Image Quality

RAW format provides many advantages to the photographer than the processed file formats such as JPEG or TIFF. RAW files contain important information about the situation and the situation when the recording is taken. This information can be used by editing software to run a unique modification to the image.
Here are a few camera settings can be changed digitally to the image:

• Color or color mode control
• White balance
• Tone modifications
• The concentration of color
• Acuity
• Modification of exposure
• Color modification
• Color Moire Reduction
• Nyahhabuk on image
• Aberration automatic color
• Active D-Lighting

Photoshoot Tricks & Tips - Light

Subject :- Lamp Post

Time :- Night (12:00 - 1:00 am)

Setting : - My Neighborhood

I was standing in front of my porch looking out shooting stars when i noticed that the lamp post by the road not far away seemed to be a pretty amazing subject. I got hold of my camera and started taking snaps of it while experimenting with different kinds of settings. Here are some examples of the snaps i took:-

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What i did was select a relatively low shutter speed then use manual focus which can be done by selecting the 'm'-manual instead of the 'a'-auto on your lens and make the focus go blur to the max fiddling with the focus. As i snapped the shot i moved the camera in the direction of what i wished to right. 

*note: this may need a little practice to get used to.

I took many frames for starters to get the basic of this technique.Once you mastered it, its really simple and extremely fun to play around with.

Good Luck!!

~tatgraphy

Cell phone camera - taking photos

Camera phones are very common and many people use their camera phones to take photos / images, which has grown into a global phenomenon. Taking a picture with a camera phone is more challenging when compared with a specially designed digital camera to capture your precious memories.

 *taking photo of a girl using a camera phone

Taking Better Photos Using Your Camera Phone Tips: -

• Define the most appropriate setting
Adjust settings such as weather and lighting environment before you start taking pictures. The flash settings is also important, you can opt whether to use auto flash or no flash accordingly.

• Be as steady as possible
The lens on a camera phone is smaller compared to a digital camera, making it very susceptible to camera shake. This will produce blurry images even if you move the phone just a little bit. This applies in low light situations.

• Mind the light
This refers to how the light is set and also the quantity of light available. Be aware of your main light source.

*close up photo of a glass of iced tea

• Close ups
Camera phones function better at taking close up photos. In addition, this also reduces the effects of camera shake.

• Take photos of still objects / subjects
Less movement of the object / subject will yield a clearer & sharper photo.

• Edit your photos
You can either edit your photos with the built-in image editing software in your phone or use Photoshop on your PC / Laptop later on for better results. 

• Protect your lens and make sure it is clean and free from scratches
You can buy a casing to protect your phone for this purpose.

• Select the highest resolution
This is the best resolution when you plan to print out the picture.

• Avoid using your digital zoom
Using the digital zoom will lower the quality of your photo.

Digital SLR Camera - Top 10 Choices

For some people who really want to dive in the world of photography it would not be simply enough to capitalize only digital compact cameras. People like this need a more complete camera with better features and better results. For them there would be no problem if they had to spend more money because the money spent will be comparable with the results obtained. This can be obtained from a digital SLR camera.

 *sample photo of a Nikon D90

Overview of digital SLR cameras: -

Digital SLR cameras usually have a sensor nine times larger than the standard digital camera, and are aimed at professional photographers and serious devotees. The Lens of a SLR camera can be replaceable according to need. Typically, manufacturers have offered a standard lens (kit lens), but different types of lenses are also sold separately, according to the needs and financial capabilities. SLR type cameras are divided into two types, namely SLR for hobbyists, or SLR for professional and the price level is also different. The classification of SLR camera can be according to the level of quality which the price can also vary.

The following are among of the few cameras that are in the market which are worth keeping an eye on : -

1.Nikon D90
D90 has a high value in producing excellent images and the designs are awesome
Max. Megapixels: 12.3 Megapixels
Optical Zoom: 6X Zoom
Minimum Zoom Range (mm): 18
Maximum Zoom Range (mm): 105
Weight (ounces): 40.5
Media Slots: SD Card

2. Canon EOS 50D
Upgraded version of the 40D with some new added features.
Max. Megapixels: 15.1 Megapixels
Optical Zoom: 11x Zoom
Minimum Zoom Range (mm): 18
Maximum Zoom Range (mm): 200
Weight (ounces): 50.6
Media Slots: CompactFlash

3. Canon EOS Rebel XSI SLR
Type Rebel XSI is able to reach out far but you may need to spend more money than the expenditure incurred by novice users.
Max. Megapixels: 12.2 Megapixels
Optical Zoom: 3X Zoom
Minimum Zoom Range (mm): 18
Maximum Zoom Range (mm): 55
Weight (ounces): 8.25
Media Slots: SD Card

4. Canon EOS 40D
A full-featured camera that produces satisfactory images. The photos taken will look like a pro.
Max. Megapixels: 10.1 Megapixels
Optical Zoom: 4.8X Zoom
Minimum Zoom Range (mm): 28
Maximum Zoom Range (mm): 135
Weight (ounces): 48.8
Media Slots: Compact Flash

5. Sony Alpha DSLR-A300
The LCD screen is easy to set up and real-time, good design, easy to use as well as economical.
Max. Megapixels: 10.2 Megapixels
Optical Zoom: 3.8X Zoom
Minimum Zoom  Range (mm): 18
Maximum Zoom  Range (mm): 70
Weight (ounces): 32.8
Media Slots: Compact Flash, Memory Stick

6. Olympus Evolt E-510 
This type offers many additional features even though the price is not too expensive, although some functions will be difficult to access.
Max. Megapixels: 10 Megapixels
Optical Zoom: 3X Zoom
Minimum Zoom Range (mm): 28
Maximum Zoom Range (mm): 84
Weight (ounces): 7.26
Media Slots: Compact Flash, XD-Picture Card

7. Olympus E3
The camera is big, heavy and sturdy looking features advanced control and can autofocus quickly
Max. Megapixels: 10.1 Megapixels
Optical Zoom: 5X Zoom
Minimum Zoom Range (mm): 24
Maximum Zoom Range (mm): 120
Weight (ounces): 52.6
Media Slots: Compact Flash, XD-Picture Card

8. Canon EOS Rebel XS
This digital SLR camera is suitable for beginners, because it is easy to use and the price is not too expensive
Max. Megapixels: 10.1 Megapixels
Optical Zoom: 3X Zoom
Minimum Zoom Range (mm): 18
Maximum Zoom Range (mm): 55
Weight (ounces): 28
Media Slots: SD Card

9. Pentax K20D
This type is quite good but its autofocus features which are slow will make frustrate you.
Max. Megapixels: 14.6 Megapixels
Optical Zoom: 3X Zoom
Minimum Zoom Range (mm): 18
Maximum Zoom Range (mm): 55
Weight (ounces): 36.5
Media Slots: SD Card

10. Nikon D60
This camera produces satisfying images, but very few features are added compared to the D40X model.
Max. Megapixels: 10.2 Megapixels
Optical Zoom: 3X Zoom
Minimum Zoom Range (mm): 18
Maximum Zoom Range (mm): 55
Weight (ounces): 28.8
Media Slots: SD Card

Photography - History & Simple Facts

History of Photography

1.History of Photography

The first picture was made in 1826 for eight hours. Louis Jacques Mande Daquerre is the father of photography (1837). Obcura camera is a camera that was first used for drawing and photographing. Kodak camera (Kodak Eastmant) was first discovered by Snapshooter 1888 in America. The contribution to the world in film photography was pioneered by Muybridge Eadward. The flash was discovered by Harold E. Edgerton in 1938.  Making portraits of inanimate objects is called still life. Hendri film negative inventor John Fox Talbot of England. Negative film was made for 40 seconds under the blazing sun.

2. Digital Cameras differences with Analog cameras

The digital camera has not been able to capture all the colours reflected by the sun but generated more contrasting colours. Digital cameras are also less sensitive.

Analog cameras were almost able to capture all the colours that are reflected by the sun and analog cameras are also quite sensitive.

Analog cameras to record the colour negative film, slides and black and white positive Film.

Digital cameras record the pixels (picture elements / basic elements of the film)

*sample photo of clouds taken by a Nikon D90

3.Recording Technology

Analog: Using media celluloid film through chemical poses
Instant: Using the direct printing of instant paper
Digital: Using light-sensitive sensor combined with an electronic process

4.Distorsion

·    Normal
·    Barrel
·    Pincushion


5. Equipment and Photography Supplies

CAMERA

Divided into several types, among others:

a. Manual SLR
b. SLR Automatic (no auto focus but it uses batteries)
c. Basic Compact
d. Advanced Compact
e. Waterproof Camera (a camera that can be used in water only up to a depth of 5 meters).
f. Underwater Camera (a camera that can be used in water up to depths of over 5 meters and is equipped with a Flash).
g. Wide-View Camera
h. Anoramic Camera
i. Large Format Camera
j. Illusion camera (a camera that can capture the spirits)

 *sample photo of a Nikon D300

Variety Type of Camera

1.According to Lens

View Finder Camera (Range Finder Camera), commonly referred to as pocket camera / instamatic. Single Lens Reflex (SLR), Twin Lens Reflex (TLR), View Camera.

2. According to the film format

·    Size 135 mm (Roll Film)
·    Size 120 mm / 220 mm (Roll Film)
·    Size 4 x5 inch (sheet film)
·    Size 8 x10 inch (sheet film)

3. According to the image size

Camera 35 mm = 24 x 36 mm
Larga Camera Format = 6 × 4.5-inch and 8 x 10 inch
Medium format camera = 6 x 4.5 cm; 6 x 6 cm; 6 x 7 cm, 6 x 9 cm; 6 x 12 cm

4. According to the Recording System Technology

LENSES

Divided into several types, among others:

1. Fixed Lens (Fixed Focal Length)

·    Standard lens / Normal lens (Focal Length 50 mm)
·    Wide Angle lens (Focal length under 50mm) has a large enough coverage / broad.
·    Long Focus Lens / Tele lens (Focal length above 50 mm).

2.Zoom Lens (Variable Focal Length)

The lens can be changed from the zoom lens to the wide lens / telephoto lens.

3.Wide Angle Zoom (21-35 mm)

4.Telephoto Zoom (above 50 mm of 75 mm, etc.)

5. Special Lens
·    Macro Lens
·    Telephoto lens
·    Eye Feace
·    Lens Shift

6.Mirror Lens

Flash, Light Meter (exposure meters, how to measure the light)
Filter (corrective and creative filter)
Accessories (camera support equipment)

CLASSIFICATION OF 35 MM LENSES
Fixed Focal Length Lens called Fixed Lens
Variable Focal Length called Zoom Lens

6.LIGHTING

A) ASA (American Standard Association)
ASA / ISO / DIN / JIS
= 25, 50, 100, 200, 400, 800
the higher the ASA the more it is sensitive to light

B) Speed Shutter (speed) is comprised of:
4 sec, 2 sec, 1 sec, ½ sec; ¼ sc; 1 / 8 sec, 1 / 5 sec, 1 / 30 sec, 1 / 60 sec, 1 / 125 sec, 1 / 250 sec, 1 / 500 sec; 1 / 1000 sec, 1 / 2000 sec;

C) Aperture (Diaphragm Opening):
f/1.4, f / 8.2, f/5.5, f / 8, f/11, f/16, f/22, f/32, f/45, f/64, f/90

7.FAVORITE PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES

·    Auto Focus (no focus)
·    Selective Focus (selected focus)
     Sharpening on certain objects by using a specific object.
·    Freezing (freeze motion technique using a high-speed).
·    Blur (a technique to record the impression of movement by using a slow speed)
·    Panning (depending on the object and subject)
·    Zooming (zoom lenses)
·    SilhouetteBulb