In our article: Image stabilisation explained, we look at what is meant by image stabilisation technology in digital cameras
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Live view explained
We explain what is meant by live view and what to bear in mind when buying a camera with live view
Movie mode explained: HD video cameras on DSLRs
In our article: movie mode explained: HD video cameras on DSLRs, we tell you what to look for when choosing a camera with HD video
Lens Mounts explained
In our Lens Mounts explained article we discuss why cameras and lenses need to communicate now more than ever
Fisheye Lenses
Love them or hate them, fisheye lenses have a place in photography – albeit probably a minor one. Fisheye lenses also require a rethink when it comes to explaining their…
Lens hoods
Why are some lens hoods circular whereas other lens hoods have a curious castellated shape? It’s time to think about lens-hood design.
What are Mirrorless Cameras?
Sony's NEX system is part of a new category of camera that boasts DSLR sensors and image quality and interchangeable lenses but, thanks to the omission of the DSLR's mirror…
Dust Removal Systems
Getting dust on your sensor can ruin your pictures, or entail hours of retouching. Matt looks at how manufacturers aim to solve the problem at the source by implementing dust…
Sony’s Live View
Sony's Live View system is the most effective currently available. Matt explains what makes it different.
Lens Coatings
Why are lens coatings important? Matt reveals all in his guide to lens coatings...
Face detection / face recognition explained
By being able to detect a face in the scene, the camera can concentrate its autofocus on that person's face to ensure it is the primary subject in focus within…
What are Micro Four Thirds cameras?
Micro four thirds cameras explained. Are you wondering what micro four thirds cameras are? We explain all you need to know about this exciting new camera format
Geo tagging explained
How many times have you been asked: ‘where was that taken?' Geotagging works by endowing your camera with data from a GPS receiver...
Your Essential Guide to DSLR Video – About DSLR cameras with video mode
Capturing video using a DSLR is a relatively new concept that brings a whole new set of terminology to the fold. We give you the lowdown
Your Complete Guide to Flash Technology: Types of Flash
It’s one of the most complicated subjects in photography, filled with impenetrable jargon, and requiring a knowledge of science and even maths! Or is it? WDC explains all...
The world of Flickr
More than just a photo-sharing website, Flickr has rapidly become a global phenomenon, with over 22 million members. WDC discovers why it has achieved such cult status among photographers
How to clean your sensor
WDC looks at one of the hottest topics in digital photography, discovers what manufacturers are doing about it plus examines a raft of solutions
Anti-shake Technology Explained
Image Stabilisation. Vibration Reduction. Anti-Shake. It goes by lots of names but the aim remains the same – to eliminate camera shake. But how does each system work, and which…