Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Chronicle Reviews + Tips

The Best in the Business

By Ng Jun Sen

In my perfect world, there will be no wars and no crimes. No one falls sick, chocolate will grow on trees, mosquitoes will never bite and everyone will always be happy.

In this utopia, the only camera that exists is the perfect one.

Today, the Canon EOS-1D Mark IV and the Nikon D3S are closest to such impossible perfection. In the holy realm of photography, these highly-coveted machines are the top-of-the-line tools for professionals who demand the best and tolerate no compromise.

These may be two of the best cameras in the trade, but they are also impossible in another way. With each costing more than $7,000, they are out of reach to the average amateur, exclusive to commercial photographers, Bruneian sultans, Middle-Eastern sheiks or anyone with annoyingly deep pockets.

But if you do have $7,000 lying around, which of these two behemoths would you buy?

Canon EOS -1D Mark IV?

Nikon D3S?

Visit http://www3.ntu.edu.sg/chronicle/lifestyle/vol16no9/tech01.html for more!

7 Photography Tips for Beginners

By Eunice Chan

Since digital cameras were invented, cameras have become smaller, smarter, and more convenient to use and carry around.

With the advance of technology, one does not need to go through the hassle of buying a digital single lens reflex (DSLR) just for quality photos. Compact and semi-pro cameras can perform surprisingly well nowadays.


1. Make a shot list
2. Recce
3. Experiment with your camera settings
4. Get into the correct posture
5. The most expensive equipment may not be the best for you
6. Second hand cameras may not be a bad idea
7. Ask around

And http://www3.ntu.edu.sg/chronicle/archives/vol16no9.pdf for the full print!