Recent content by GarrulusApis

If no lens hood was supplied or the original has been lost, free templates for DIY lens hoods (all the major manufacturers) can be loaded for DSLR here <a href="http://www.lenshoods.net/" rel="nofollow">www.lenshoods.net/</a> or 35mm SLR here <a href="http://www.lenshoods.co.uk/"...

The Sigma is an extremely well-built/finished and sharp lens. The screw-in lens hood is not as convenient as some, as Mike points out, but, IMO, this is hardly a 'deal breaker' and, as he also states, it does work rather well with the Sigma 1.4x APO EX DG TC: despite the fact that this is not...

Hi Gary, To acheive 1:1 at a working distance of around 12" (30cm) you'd need a prime macro lens with a focal length of around 200mm AND a hefty bank balance to be able to afford it :eek: More information is relatively digestible form here...

In addition to the software already suggested, you might want to try Windows Photo Story, which is free and very easy to use. It can be downloaded here: http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=11132 Although originally developed for Windows XP, it is said to be compatible with both...

Hi Gareth, I can't answer your question, but do have an alternative suggestion: try Photofiltre (free) or even its more powerful stablemate Photofiltre Studio! I have used both with children aged 10+ and they coped admirably, the more curious and creative amongst them quickly learning to...