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Buying Guides Focus Stacking for Macro Photography
Focus Stacking for Macro Photography
Focus stacking allows macro shooters to deal with the excessive shallow depth of field that comes with shooting macro. But it can be a bit of a tricky process -... Read more
Tutorials History of the Modern Camera - Part 1
History of the Modern Camera - Part 1
The history of the modern camera starts as far back as 330 B.C. Learn about the steps from then until now, giving us the modern camera we know today! Read more
Tutorials How to Shoot 35mm Film
How to Shoot 35mm Film
Shooting film is having a major comeback. Learn how to use 35mm film, different film types, important characteristics of film, and the differences between film and digital.  Read more
Tutorials Using a Wide Angle Lens for Landscape Photography
Using a Wide Angle Lens for Landscape Photography
When you think of landscape photography, sweeping vistas and mountains likely come to mind. Shooting subjects this large generally requires a wide angle lens. We discuss using a wide angle... Read more
Getting Started Focal Length Explained
Focal Length Explained
We provide Australia's most competitive prices on cameras, photographic equipment, computers, and mobiles. Shop the latest digital products at digiDirect today! Read more
Getting Started Integrating Video into your Wedding Photography
Integrating Video into your Wedding Photography
Wedding photography is a popular style and can be quite lucrative. Many couples these days are looking not only for wedding photography, but video footage as well. We contrast photo... Read more
Tutorials Timing and Planning for Landscape Photography
Timing and Planning for Landscape Photography
Professional landscape photographer Cam Blake outlines considerations and plans you'll want to make BEFORE heading out to shoot your best landscape images. Read more
Buying Guides Why You Need a Filter for Your Lens
Why You Need a Filter for Your Lens
Do you need a filter for your lens or is it just added expense? And why does there seem to be 50 different types of filters? We discuss filter types,... Read more
Tutorials Creating an Award-Winning Album Cover Photo on a Near-Zero Budget
Creating an Award-Winning Album Cover Photo on a Near-Zero Budget
Professional photographer Sharon Blance breaks down how she acheived a unique and award-winning album cover photo by utilising creativity and vision in leiu of a large budget. Read more
Getting Started Underwater Cameras - Features and Photography Tips
Underwater Cameras - Features and Photography Tips
Shooting underwater can provide challenges with white balance, depth, lighting, and more. We discuss the most important features in an underwater camera and give you our top tips to improve... Read more
Getting Started The Rule of Thirds
The Rule of Thirds
The Rule of Thirds is a fundamental photography composition technique. Learn what it is, when to apply it in various situations, and when to break it. Read more
Getting Started WTF is a 'Stop', and Why You Should Care
WTF is a 'Stop', and Why You Should Care
Professional photographer Sharon Blance tackles the often-misunderstood concept of a 'Stop'. Understanding the ins-and-outs of this measurement of light can have a great positive impact on your photography and help in making... Read more