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The Truth About DPI and PPI »

By Karl Peschel on Jan 28, 2008 in digital printing, rant | 0 Comments

Over the years I’ve heard, and read in articles, these terms being used interchangeably. They are not the same thing. Please don’t perpetuate the error. Read on and learn the difference between DPI and PPI.
DPI
Stands for Dots Per Inch and goes back to the printing and publishing world. This is where the absolute of [...]

New Camera or New Techniques? »

By Karl Peschel on Aug 25, 2007 in Digital SLR, PointAndShoot, camera use, rant | 0 Comments

Way back when, I owned a sailboat. It was a nice Catalina 23 footer. Just the right size for an outing with 4-5 people, yet not so big that I couldn’t handle it by myself for a solo sail.
Some sailors I knew were suffering from the “One foot longer” syndrome. They were always looking for [...]

Your Digital Camera - Know It, Love It »

By Karl Peschel on Jul 25, 2007 in camera use, rant | 0 Comments

After spending almost an hour helping a friend diagnose a simple camera problem I was reminded of the importance of knowing your digital camera. Not only will it help you to get better pictures, but your techno-geek, digital photography expert buddy you call for help will appreciate it too.
First and foremost, read the Manual. Read [...]

12 Megapixel P&S - Is It Too Much? »

By Karl Peschel on May 29, 2007 in PointAndShoot, rant | 4 Comments

Last week both Casio and Panasonic announced 12 MP (yes, 12!!) point and shoot cameras.The Casio EXILIM Zoom EX-Z1200 and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX100 both offer high resolution and Image Stabilization, though the Panasonic is fitted with a Leica DC lens. Both will be available in mid to late July for around the $400 mark.
How [...]