One of top-gifts the Christmas-2007 was several units from same group: the DSLRs. I mean, you know why. In this year prices for entry-level DSLRs cross a border of $500  (downsides) and this fact extends a number of happy DSLR-novices.

A big advantage of using a SLR or DSLR camera is the ability to swap lenses to fit the job.

Almost as sure as a fate a DSLR-newcomer understands them he needs something else then standard 18-55 mm lens from a kit. Some wants “faster” lenses, some needs more sharpness, etc. 

It is not a secret, lens’ quality vary in different samples. Canon and Nikon (together with third-party manufacturers like Sigma or Tamron) are now making cheaper lenses available. This is good news because you can now buy these lenses at a lower price. The bad news is these cheaper lenses generally have a poorer build. They made from plastic to reduce their weight and price, but lost some part of quality. For most of amateurs such quality is enough good, but what to do when you want move up to [almost] professional grade?

The Photoshop can anything. But inly in hands of a skilled user, it is a tool that can make an average image sensational. The following 10 tutorials provide instructions that will teach you how to make the most out of your images. From color treatment, to sharpening, to trendy effects, these techniques can be handy for a variety of situations.