Browse Cameras Help and Tips

Browse Cameras Help and Tips

Snapshot: When is an iPhone better than a DSLR?
Photographer Chase Jarvis shares one of his favorite iPhone images and explains why he thinks iPhones and camera phones are the future of photography.
Pocket HD camcorders buying guide
The pocket camcorder may be the hottest holiday gift this year. To help you make a decision, here are some of our top-rated pocket camcorders from the products we’ve reviewed.
Full-sized HD camcorders buying guide
How to choose the right HD camcorder? We’ve got some shopping tips if you’re in the market for one this holiday season. And we’ve got a few camcorder recommendations based on what we’ve reviewed over the past year.
Digital SLR cameras buying guide
If you’re serious about digital photography, a DSLR camera is the way to go. How to pick the right one? We’ve got some shopping tips on what to keep in mind if you’re thinking of buying a DSLR this holiday season.
Finding your photos online
Are you worried about photo theft? Check to see if your photos are being posted without your permission on the Web.
Snapshot: High energy photos in low-light settings
Make low-light concert images pop. In this column, music photographer Bryan Bruchman shares the technique behind one of his amazing live event pictures.
The secret to spooky jack-o-lantern photos
Show off your ghoulish creation with these simple photography tricks.
Four smart tips for managing scanned photos
Bring order and security to your scanned printed media with these smart iPhoto management and back up strategies
Outsource your photo scanning projects
Scanning all your old photos is a daunting process. Should you use a third-party scanning service can help you migrate old photos from the shoe box to the computer?
Snapshot: Shoot new angles with kite photography
A reader shares his experience using kite photography to take a picture of the Statue of Liberty.
Post high-resolution photos online
Show off your detailed, high resolution photographs online.
Snapshot: Add starbursts to your photos
A reader shares his tips on how to transform a nighttime city shot with starbursts.
7 tips for selling your photos
Take advantage of the microstock industry that is giving skilled amateur photographers a chance to make money from their images
Associate files to applications using Services in Snow Leopard
If you don't like Snow Leopard's inability to automatically open certain documents in the program that create that document, you're not alone. While there's no permanent solution in sight, this hint provides a relatively easy way to associate a document with an application.
How to “paint” photos with light
Looking for a fun weekend project? Grab your camera, turn out the lights, and paint surreal effects, text, and doodles onto your photos. It's easier than you may think.
Snapshot: Photographing Winged Creatures
Bugs are notoriously pesky photo subjects. They refuse to sit still, require close up work, and almost never smile. Derrick Story explains how he got the shot.
5 easy projects for your summer photos
Free your photos from the printed album by turning them into videos, magnets, wallpaper, scrapbooks, or collaborative online galleries.
Snapshot: Creating panoramic images
Free your photos from the rectangle. In this week's snapshot column, photographer RC Rivera explains how he took and assembled an urban panoramic image.
Slideshow: How to photograph an airshow
Here's how to capture aerial acrobatics--from choosing the right lens to setting up your digital camera.
Build your own photo booth
Liven up your parties and weddings with an easy DIY photo set-up that won't break the bank.
Snapshot: Shooting by moonlight
There's no reason to put away your camera when the lights go out. In this week's Snapshot column, photographer Ben Long explains how he captured this moonlit landscape.
Recover from digital photo disasters
Got a little too enthusiastic about pressing the Delete button on your camera? With a little know-how you can quickly recover lost photos and protect your digital memories.
Snapshot: High-speed photography
Is your digital camera faster than a speeding bullet? In this week's Snapshot, Photographer Jennifer Wills explains how she got this shot of a lightbulb exploding.
How to: Add motion blur to your photos
Got a need for speed? These easy-to-master camera techniques help you emphasize the action in your photos.
Digital Photo: Geotag your photos on-the-go
Want to see your photos on a map? With the right hardware, you can capture location data each time you snap the shutter.
Digital Photo: Tame your flash
Tired of washed-out digital photos with that deer-in-the-headlights look? Try toning down your camera’s flash.
Digital Photo: Get great photos in low light
With the right camera settings, you can get gorgeous shots even when the lights are turned down—no flash required.
Macworld Buying Guides: Point-and-shoot cameras
If you’re considering a point-and-shoot camera this holiday season, we can help you find the features you want in a camera with our buying advice and suggestions.
Digital Photo: Geotag your shots
Most digital cameras don't include GPS receivers. No matter. With the right software you can easily add location data, called geotags, to your photos and then your snapshots on a map or share your photo route with others.
Custom print sizes in iPhoto '08
The N-up and Sampler templates are gone from iPhoto '08. Use a custom print size to get close to their results.