…in my camera bag

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While doing a little research this morning about professional photographers and wanting to know more about the photographic gear they carry, I did a simple search on the phrase “in my camera bag”. The results were quite interesting. I am a photographer and writer, but also an admitted photo gear geek…Here are a few links I was able to mine from the search results….Feel free to tell us what you carry in your camera bag!

Kelly Moore
Alexandra Morrison
My 365: A Year in Pictures
Computers for Photographers
Photo Grind
Flying with Fish
Got Blogs
Camera In Use
Swiss Miss
Me Ra Koh
Video54
The Arthur Clan
Dan Jurak
Chookooloonks
Andrew McDonald

Snapping Point | Danny Horner | London

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“Snapping Point is the London based photoblog of Danny Horner. Featured on the site is a sample of the photographs he has taken since the summer of 2000, which is roughly the time he started thinking about photography as something more than just an aide-memoire. He shot on film until 2005 when he abandoned ship in favour of the ease of digital; and hasn’t really been back since.”

“He’s guessing that probably much less than 1% of the photographs he has taken, and continues to take, will make it on here. Those that do will be drip fed onto the site with no mind for chronology, so that recent photos will, sometimes, sit next to ones several years old.”

“Although he would describe himself, if you asked, as nothing more than a hobbyist he was paid real money to do the photography for this music video.

“Some vaguely technical information for those interested, Danny has owned and used, in roughly this order: an Olympus OM-10, a Lomo LC-A, a Sigma SA-7, several one-use disposables, a Polaroid SX-70, a Canon G6 and a Nikon D40. With all the images appearing here, whether film or digital, optimization and general tinkering has been done, if at all, with Photoshop Elements 6.”

“Danny Horner was born in 1974 and grew up in a home counties village. He moved to a city as soon as he was old enough to know how, and has spent all but the first few months of the 21st century residing in London, where he attempts to reconcile a thirst for creative perfection with a chronic and debilitating laziness.”

Snapping Point | Danny Horner | London

dvafoto – Collaborative Photoblog by M. Scott Brauer & Matt Lutton

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dvafoto was created in 2006 by photographers and friends M. Scott Brauer and Matt Lutton to discuss and share photography within and outside the context in which they were created, originally in the form of a dual-photo blog. This website is the next generation of their project, born 2008.

Dvafoto – Collaborative Photoblog by M. Scott Brauer & Matt Lutton

Adventures of a GoodMan | Photo Blog by Greg Goodman

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Adventures of a GoodMan – World Travel and Photography - “…fun tales of what happens when you take a New Yorker completely out of his element and thrust him into the backpacker scene.”

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“Life is fun and the world is huge! To remind myself of this, every so often pack a backpack and head out on an adventure of some sort. Sometimes I find myself stuck on a motorcycle in shin-deep mud, face to face with the Thai army, chasing a naked burglar through the River Kwai at 3am or lost and alone in the mountains of Nicaragua on a disobedient horse with only my minimal Spanish, the equivalent of 30 cents and a stick of chapstick.”

“Other times I’m meeting amazing new people, seeing the most breathtaking sights in the world, eating every bit of local cuisine I can find, traveling like a local and stopping to volunteer along the way. No matter where I am or what I’m doing, my camera is snapping away and the blog entry is sure to follow.”

“Above all else, Adventures of a GoodMan is meant to be a cross-cultural learning experience. All of the photos are carefully labeled to share not only the image but interesting background information as well: just click on any pic to learn more.”

NYC Street Photography | MyFotoLife | Leonidas Bratini

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“Born in the Dominican Republic, Leonidas moved to the Bronx in the early 1990s and now lives in New Jersey. He enjoys taking pictures, particularly during weekend walks throughout NYC and any other cities he might be visiting.”

NYC Street Photography | MyFotoLife | Leonidas Bratini

Top 10 Point Shoot Cameras for 2010

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Whether you prefer your camera to go unnoticeable or choose to travel light, a camera’s size and weight are an important decision for any photographer. The new point and shoot cameras we are showcasing offer superb picture quality, outstanding responsiveness, and produce stunning images comparable to many DSLRs on the market today. Our top 10 point shoot cameras for 2010 offer a wide range of features from high megapixel counts, excellent image resolution, and affordable prices. If camera styling is important to you, most of these camera models come in a variety of colors as well.

Personally, I went to a point and shoot a couple of years ago for all my street and travel photography. While I would never part with my DSLR, here are 3 great reasons to consider adding one of these compact cameras to your photo bag…(Also check Amazon’s Best Selling Point and Shoot Cameras, updated every hour!)

Ease of use – Street photography can be an awkward endeavor, even for the most seasoned professional. Being able take “grab shots” with one hand, or capture images quickly made me a convert to these compact wonders.
Affordability – While you can spend quite a sum of money on one, most point and shoot cameras can be had for well less than $500….some of the most popular models range from $200-$300. At these prices, I am not overly concerned with damaging them. I can’t tell you how many great images I missed while traveling without my DSLR for this very reason.
Picture Quality – Point and Shoot cameras now offer maximum resolution exceeding 12 megapixels. I rarely shoot at maximum resolution, but it’s nice to know it’s there if needed. It doesn’t seem that long ago when the company I worked for “went digital” and purchased several Kodak DCS 420′s , at a price tag over $10k for a 1.5 megapixel camera!

Top 10 Point Shoot Cameras for 2010

1. Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 12 MP Digital Camera with 4.6x Wide Angle MEGA Optical Image Stabilized Zoom

Technical Details

12.1-megapixel resolution captures enough detail for poster-size prints

Waterproof to a depth of 10 feet, shockproof from falls up to 5 feet, and dustproof

Records AVCHD Lite HD video

4.6x MEGA image-stabilized optical zoom; 28mm wide-angle Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens

Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

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2. Canon PowerShot S90IS 10MP Digital Camera with 3.8x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3-inch LCD

Canon PowerShot S90IS 10MP Digital Camera with 3.8x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3 inch LCD Top 10 Point Shoot Cameras for 2010 pictures

Technical Details

New 10-megapixel High Sensitivity System; DIGIC 4 Image Processor

Improved low-light image performance, plus a Low Light scene mode for ISO settings up to 12,800

Customizable control ring for easy access and operation of manual or other creative shooting settings

Wide-angle 3.8x optical zoom with Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer; bright f/2.0 lens

RAW + JPEG shooting and recording modes; capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

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3. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1/B 10MP “Exmor R” CMOS Digital Camera with 5x Optical Steady Shot Stabilized Zoom and 2.7-inch LCD (Black)

Sony Cyber shot DSC WX1 Top 10 Point Shoot Cameras for 2010 pictures

Technical Details

10.2-megapixel “Exmor R” CMOS sensor for stunning low-light performance

24mm wide-angle f/2.4 bright G lens for ultra sharp pictures; 5x optical zoom

Sweep Panorama Mode captures breathtaking panoramic images

Capture your videos in HD Movie mode (720p); PhotoTV HD Mode with compatible BRAVIA HDTVs

Included lithium-ion battery for long-lasting power

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4. Samsung 12MP Dig Camera 4.6X Wide Angle Opt Zm Or

Samsung 12MP Dig Camera 4.6X Wide Ang Opt Zm Pur 2 Top 10 Point Shoot Cameras for 2010 pictures

Technical Details

1-1/2″ LCD on front makes it easy to put yourself in the shot

3-1/2″ touchscreen LCD on the back for intuitive operation

Sturdy aluminum back cover

12.2-megapixel effective recording

Wide-angle Schneider lens with 4.6X optical zoom

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5. Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR

FujiFilm FinePix F200EXR 12MP Top 10 Point Shoot Cameras for 2010 pictures

Technical Details

12-megapixel Super CCD EXR

5x wide-angle, dual image stabilized optical zoom

EXR Auto function; Dynamic Range Bracketing; Face Detection 3.0

3.0-inch LCD screen; HD photo capture

Capture images to SD/SDHC/xD memory cards (not included)

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6. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 12.1MP Digital Camera with 8x POWER Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD (Silver)

Panasonic Lumix DMC ZR1 12.1MP 300x290 Top 10 Point Shoot Cameras for 2010 pictures

Technical Details

12.1-megapixel resolution

25mm wide-angle Leica DC Vario-Elmar lens; 8x zoom, Power O.I.S.

Capture HD video at 1280×720, 30fps

2.7-inch TFT LCD screen

Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

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7. Samsung TL320 12MP Digital Camera with 5x Schneider Wide Angle Dual Image Stabilized Zoom and 3.0 inch OLED Screen (Black)

Technical Details

12.2-megapixel effective recording

5X optical zoom (5X digital/25X total zoom)

3″ AMOLED (Active Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode) viewscreen for improved contrast ratio and better power efficiency

Dual Image Stabilization (optical and digital)

Wide-angle lens for shooting landscapes and large groups

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8. Nikon Coolpix S1000pj 12.1MP Digital Camera with Built-in Projector and 5x Wide Angle Optical Vibration Reduction (VR) Zoom

Technical Details

12.1-megapixel resolution for stunning prints as large as 16 x 20 inches

World’s first camera with an ultra-small, built-in projector provides new ways for enjoying your pictures anytime and anywhere

5x wide-angle Zoom-NIKKOR glass lens; 5-way VR image stabilization system

Bright 2.7-inch high-resolution LCD; Scene Auto Selector and Smart Portrait System

Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

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9. Canon PowerShot SD980IS 12.1MP Digital Camera with 5x Ultra Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 3-inch LCD (Silver)

Technical Details

3.0-inch wide touch-panel PureColor System LCD; updated Active Display for quickly switching between images with a shake of the camera

Capture 720p HD movies; HDMI output connector for easy playback on your HDTV

5x optical zoom with ultra-wide 24mm lens, plus Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer; 12 megapixels for amazing resolution and editing

Improved Smart AUTO intelligently selects from 22 predefined shooting situations

Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

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10. Canon PowerShot SD940 IS (black)

Technical Details

12.1-megapixel resolution; 28mm wide-angle lens with 4x optical zoom and Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer

Capture 720p HD movies; HDMI output connector for easy playback on your HDTV

Crisp 2.7-inch PureColor System LCD with wide viewing angle

Improved Smart AUTO intelligently selects from 22 predefined shooting situations

Capture images to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

canon powershot sd940is Top 10 Point Shoot Cameras for 2010 pictures

4 awesome photoblogs I’m reading today

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Believe it or not, I can’t always find the time to sit back and thoroughly enjoy all the wonderful photoblogs that cross my desk (screen). However, this morning I am putting aside a few moments to check out some great photography bookmarks that are long overdue a worthy visit.

Water Molotov – A Street Photography Blog