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Olympus Mju Tough 8010 – Technical Specifications

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The Mju Tough 8010 is an ideal digital camera for active Australians who need a camera that will stand up to the elements. This amazing digital camera is ground-breaking in its genre -  waterproof to a depth of 10 metres, shockproof against falls from as high as two metres, snowproof at temperatures as low as -10°C and can withstand loads up to 100kg. If you’re a photographer on the go, the team at Kirk’s Cameras know you will love it!

The design andf structure of this strong camera has been taken from previous models – put together to create the best yet! The Mju Tough 8010 assures reliable, high-quality shooting under conditions that ordinary cameras are unable to endure – perfect during a holiday or extreme sporting event. No matter the situation, the Mju Tough 8010 will take first class pictures of your adventures every time. Offering the outstanding imaging power of a 14-megapixel CCD, the Mju Tough 8010 also boasts a powerful 5x zoom and high performance Dual Shakeproof image stabiliser.

Here are just a few more of the incredible features:

Battery Type Lithium Ion Battery
5x Digital Zoom
Dual Image Stabiliser
LCD Display 2.7 inch
Shutter Speed 1/1000 sec
14 Megapixels
SD Memory Card
Min Aperture F3.5
Optical Zoom Range 3.6x
Waterproof to 10M 
Double lock Waterproofing
HD Movie recording
Photo surfing
Shockproof to heights of 2 metres
Crushproof to 100kg
Snowproof to -10°C
Tap Control

There are plenty more amazing features that can only be seen to be believed – so be sure to come on down to Kirk’s Cameras in Ringwood today to see a demonstration of the Mju Tough 8010!

Making The Most Of Your Camera’s Flash

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Using a camera flash always comes in handy when shooting images indoors, during the night or on a cloudy day. They can bring out the best in a darker, dimmer photo – often capturing elements in a scene that the human eye would not normally recognise. Not only does it light up and brighten a deep, dark situation, it also brings focus and sharpness to the final image. The team at Kirk’s Cameras are often asked many questions about how to use the camera flash, and we would love to share some of our flash secrets with you today. Read on to find out some basic tips on using the flash to enhance your photos beautifully.

It is highly important to know the advantages of using the flash on your camera. These include:
Versatility – the quality of light may be adjusted various ways to suit you.
Portability - most flashguns can fit inside your pocket or in a small bag and are easily portable. Adjustability – brightness may be changed according to the distance from subject and lens aperture that is required.

It is also, however, important to recognise and work with the disadvantages of using a flash. These include:
Limited range – most flashes have a range of only a few meters, meaning less coverage.
Short duration – this limits the range of shutter speeds.
Heavy battery consumption – this limits the time you have to capture the perfect picture.

One of our very first tips to remember is to choose a flashgun that is right for you and your camera. The main types of flashguns include Hot Shoe Mounted, Bounce flash, Hammerhead flash, Ringflash and Slave flash. These all range in requirements and skill levels, and it is best to speak to a professional about your needs prior to purchasing – ensure that it is right for you!

Shutter speed plays a huge role in making the most of your flash, only working well at certain shutter speeds available on your camera. For example, if the shutter speed is set faster than your flash sync speed, you risk having only part of the picture frame exposed. It is also important to adjust the aperture, which controls all of the light entering the lens.

For something a little different, try using the flash on a lovely sunny day. Often a burst of flash can eliminate unwanted shadows on your subject’s face. It can make an image appear more natural, and light it up perfectly for the environment. Making the most of a camera flash is all about experimenting, so be sure to carry your camera everywhere, and practice, practice, practice!

Preventing Blurred Images On My Digital Camera

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There is nothing more frustrating when you find that perfect shot, take a snap and the discover seconds later that it was a blurry mess. Blurred images can be caused by a number of reasons, such as a shaky hand, slow shutter speeds and your camera focusing incorrectly. So, how can blurry images be prevented on my digital camera?

Steady Hands
Even when shooting in a clear situation with great lighting, you may move the camera slightly without realizing it.  To help reduce blurred images, hold the camera as steady as possible and take extreme caer when lining up the shot via the LCD screen. If you are using a viewfinder to capture your shots, steady the camera against your face.
Digital cameras can be prone to camera shake when taking hand-held shots and zooming in on a subject – so it isn’t always your unsteady hand! To help prevent blur, shutter speed should be set at a faster rate than the focal length.

Focus
Most modern digital cameras will indicate when they achieve correct focus, generally on screen or via a small sound. In order to gain the best focus possible, aim the camera at the object that you are attempting to capture and press the shutter-release button to the halfway mark. You will feel a slight click at this halfway point and the camera should focus well. This is the point in which you are able to press the shutter-release button fully and take your picture.
In some circumstances, particularly in low lighting, a digital camera may have some trouble focusing. Auto focus modes on your digital camera will work best when there is contrasting colour or light between a subject and the background.

Slow Shutter Speed
If lighting is particularly low, wide apertures and slow shutter speeds will automatically selected by the digital camera. Most people are unable to achieve taking sharp shots that are hand-held when the shutter speed is below 1/60th of a second.  Be sure to increase lighting within the room, heighten the ISO setting or use a tripod.

Fast Shutter Speed
Attempt to freeze the image by using a faster shutter speed. Using a faster shutter speed will ‘freeze’ the image momentarily, and give you a sharper shot. If you do not have the option of altering the shutter speed, select a Sports or Outdoors mode, as these are developed to also freeze the frame.

Nikon Coolpix S640 – Investigating The Specifications

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Nikon’s announcement of the Coolpix S640 early in August was the new hype for many eager photographers. With it’s ultra modern design, sophisticated colour range and DSLR technology - all in a compact, digital camera – what more could you want! So, what makes the Coolpix S640 so exciting?

The Nikon Coolpix S640 includes an ultra-fast autofocus system, a diverse rage of automated shooting functions and a 12.2 megapixel sensor with the quality optics of a 5x zoom NIKKOR lens. The camera also has many performance features including a tiny 0.7 second start-up time and a short shutter release time lag. High quality 2.7 inch Clear Colour Display provides a clearer and wider view for your perfect shots.

The Coolpix S640 features an array of clever on-board editing functions, such as four advanced image stabilising features to make your pictures sharp, Smart Portrait System with Skin Softening functions – perfecting any blemishes in your photo – and Quick Retouch, which automatically retouches the image for you, giving it the best balance of saturation and contrast.

There are lots, lots more exciting features on this modern, funky new camera. Come on in to Kirk’s Cameras in Ringwood, and request a demonstration of the Nikon Coolpix S640.