Monopods are convenient options for photographers who are always on the move and who are reluctant to lug around a tripod. Another reason to keep a monopod with you is the convenience that it offers in terms of fast setting up and the ability to use it in cramped spaces. The Vanguard VEO monopods are specially made for photographers on-the-go. The Vanguard VEO AM-264TR is an … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2016
Buddy Refuelling – Asus Zenfone Max (2016)
Asus Zenfone’s confusing the Taiwanese company offer good value for money to consumers. Take the Zenfone Max, for instance. The phone found its audience with its large 5000mAh battery. Asus has now updated the same device with an upgraded processor, option of more RAM and expanded storage. This month, we take a look at the new Zenfone Max to see if it’s worth the extra spend. … [Read more...]
From the memory archive: World Photography Day
We all know that 19th August is celebrated as the World Photography Day, world wide, as on this day in the year 1837, the photographic process invented by Joseph Nicèphore Nièpce and Louis Daguerre. On January 9, 1839, The French Academy of Sciences announced the daguerreotype process. A few months later, on August 19, 1839 the French government purchased the copyright from … [Read more...]
Colour Management Workshop with BenQ
Colour management is one of the most complex technology challenges faced by the graphic and photography industries. Though we are aware of various colour spaces available, these are never fully understood. The realisation that the importance of colour management and profiling are not fully understood by the industry, led us to bring together various photographers for a session … [Read more...]
Ask Uncle Ronnie – August 2016
Confused Some months ago, when I visited your office, I showed you a photo, which you said was nice, but my friend, who is also a good photographer, said it was not nice. Now I am confused. Vishnu S. G. via email Friends usually do not give their honest opinion for fear of hurting your sentiments but if your friend has criticised your photo, (and you say that he is a good … [Read more...]