Frequently Asked Questions
(Please note, more answers will be added each week)

Q: Which camera should I buy?
A: There are many fine digital cameras on the market and you should assess your own needs in terms of the size, image resolution, features and price that different cameras offer. Read reviews online and ask for help at a camera store where a knowledgable salesperson can explain and show you different cameras and explain the features of each one.

Q: What is white balance and how do I use it?
A: Each type of light has a different color temperature, which reproduces as a different color in a digital image. The camera's white balance system compensates for these different color temperatures and adjusts the image so that they don't have a particular color cast. Usually you can leave it on Auto and get good results.

Q: How do I learn to use all the features of my camera?
A: Practice, practice, practice. Read your manual and then practice by shooting test photos while experimenting with the different features so that you can see how they work.

Q: How can I learn more about exposure and become a better technical photographer?
A: Again, practice. Read books on photography, take a class and shoot as many photos as you can. The more you shoot and study your results, the more  you'll progress as a photographer.

Q: What makes a good vacation shot?
A: A good vacation shot is the same as any other kind of shot: one that captures the attention of the viewer, illustrates the scene or part of the scene in a compelling way, and one that people will remember later.

Q: How do I organize my digital photos?
A: There are many good software programs that are designed to help you organize your photos, and some are even free, like Apple iPhoto and Google's Picasa. Sorting by keyword, category, location, event, etc... allows you to keep track of your images within the program so that you can quickly find them later.

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