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How to choose the right lens for you |
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How to blur portrait backgrounds |
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Professional portraits often have a blurred background which really makes the subject stand out.
In auto modes though, the background is often sharper than you'd like.
It’s easy to control the amount in focus with your DSLR though, allowing you to get portraits which are pin-sharp on a blurred background. In our video workshop we'll show you exactly how to achieve this result, along with providing a step-by-step guide for reference.
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Welcome to DSLR Tips |
Welcome to DSLR Tips, a new photography site from the founders of Camera Labs.
If you’ve just bought a new DSLR or want to make the most of an existing model, you’ve come to the right place.
Our video workshops will guide you through a wide variety of techniques, while our lens guide and reviews will ensure you buy the right products for your style of photography. |
Camera Labs reviews |
For detailed DSLR and lens reviews, please visit our sister site Camera Labs. |
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How to make water look dreamy
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Photos of waterfalls and rivers can often look static or lifeless. By blurring the water though, it can take on a dreamlike appearance. In our video workshop we’ll explain how to achieve this effect. |
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How to use your flash outdoors
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Photos of people on bright or overcast days, can often come out a little dark.
The trick here is to use your flash to boost the foreground. In our video workshop we’ll show you what to do. |
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How to darken your photos
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Auto exposure modes do a great job – but sometimes your photos come out brighter than you’d like them. In our video workshop we’ll explain how to deliberately underexpose your photos. |
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How to clean dust from a DSLR
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Dust is an issue which will face every DSLR owner at some point in the future. But don't let the blobs ruin your photos. We'll show you how to safely clean your DSLR in this workshop. |
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Backing up your digital photos
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Most people transfer their photos onto their computers, but if you erase your cards, this could be your only copy. In this feature we'll discuss backing-up your precious memories. |
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Buying more lenses is one of the joys of owning a DSLR, but where do you start? In our lens guide we'll reveal all, explaining focal length, aperture and much more! Don't buy a lens until you read this! |
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