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Rich Clarkson: The Right Place at the Right Time to Get the Shots

Rich Clarkson, an acclaimed photojournalist, who…

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The Human Connection in Photos

Photojournalist Bob Pearson captures the human aspect of news stories

Making Pictures in the Rain

Just because it's raining doesn't mean there aren't great pictures waiting to be made.

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Take Better Portraits

Tips for taking a good portrait photo

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COOLPIX: Top Choice for Vacation Camera

Nikon's compact digital cameras are packed with features that let you make great…

Understanding ISO Sensitivity

Photography is built on the three pillars of exposure: shutter speed, aperture and…

D-Movie Mode

Nikon advances D-Movie functionality with groundbreaking technologies.

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Smart Photo Selector Mode

Smart Photo Selector mode lets the camera do all the work.

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Converting Motion Snapshots for Viewing on a Computer

Simple how-to guide to converting Motion Snapshot files on a Mac or…

Underwater Photography

Tips for getting started shooting underwater with David Doubilet

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Superstar: D4 Delivers High Speed Performance

Learn about the features of Nikon's new flagship D-SLR

Getting Creative with White Balance

Try getting creative with your camera's white balance for some interesting results.

Nikon 1 Advanced Camera with Interchangeable Lens System

Revolutionary camera system designed for today’s picture taker.

Taking Natural Looking Photos of Your Kids

This video with professional photographer Ann Cutting will help you get great…

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Photojournalist Turned Digital Pioneer Travels the World Taking Pictures

A lifetime of photography takes Nick Didlick…

Jody Dole Photographs Objects that Catch His Eye

See how commercial shooter Jody Dole uses anything and everything to…

GPS

Embed GPS data in your images and track where you've been.

Moose Peterson: How to Photograph Winter Landscapes

Exposing so the Snow’s White and Six Other Tips for Great Winter…

Shooting Spectacular Sunrises and Sunsets

Jim Harmer’s tips for photographing at dawn and dusk

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Preserve and Protect: Got a Backup Plan for Your Photos?

Don't lose those precious photos. Make sure you've got a backup…

3D Mode

Capture images in 3D for viewing on 3D compatible HDTVs and computers.

Taking Better Photographs of the American West

When you get a chance to visit the open prairies, and photograph ranchers…

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Nikon Resources to Find the Photography Information You Need

Here are some tips to help you find the information you…

Capturing Cats in Pictures

With a little patience you too can make great pictures of your pet cat or kitten.

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Getting Creative with Photos and Video

Tell better stories using the myriad of fun and artistic features built into Nikon…

Quick Takes: Eddie Soloway - Photographic Imagination

Part III: Eddie Soloway wraps up the series with a simple question.

Photographing an RIT Big Shot

Light painting technique used on a grand scale

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Notebook: Reel World

Joseph Holmes' Projectionist Project

Getting the "Cool" Look

My daughter, Kiara, wanted some pictures of herself with her new guitar. She was looking for some…

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Making Great COOLPIX Videos on a Vacation

Tips & Tricks from photographer Ann Cutting

Photograph Family and Friends During the Holidays

The holidays are prime picture-taking time. Get some great tips on…

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ISO Control

For digital photography, ISO refers to the sensitivity of the camera's sensor. The ISO setting is one of…

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Exposure Bracketing: The Creative Insurance Policy

Get creative with your photography by using this age-old technique.

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Learning How to Use Your Camera's Histogram

The histogram is a useful tool that analyzes tonal range and helps in…

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Hands On

Lindsay Silverman discusses autofocusing when using teleconverters

Dress-up Days

David Mendelsohn shoots a long-term personal project

Balancing Photo Exposures with Nikon's Active D-Lighting

Bring light to the shadows with Nikon's Active D-Lighting

Pete Turner: Master of Color Photography

Pete Turner is a master of color, but he's also a master of content and mystery.

Geotagging: Do More with your Images and Videos

GPS, Geolocation and Geotagging

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The Global Reach of Photography

Jim Richardson does his homework to bring back amazing photographs for National…

Easy Panorama Mode

The Easy Panorama Mode combines multiple shots into a seamless 180- or 360-degree panoramic picture.

Understanding Focal Length

Focal length, usually represented in millimeters (mm), is the basic description of a…

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Moiré & False Color

The role of the optical low pass filter in D-SLRs.

Six Steps to Lighting Magic with Joe McNally

Follow lighting expert Joe McNally's instructions for easy flash photography…

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Unique Maternity Portraits

Jennifer Loomis on Maternity Photography

Taking Better Photographs on the Water

Harbors, bays, oceans and rivers all have one thing in common—interesting and…

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Absolutely Free

Creative risk-taking with Lindsay Silverman.

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Remotely taking photographs

Flexible wired & wireless remote shooting options expand your photo taking capabilities

When to Use Graduated Neutral Density Filters

How to use a graduated neutral density filter to decrease extreme light to…

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Speedlight Tutorial: Day to Night Technique

David Tejada uses Speedlights to create the illusion of a night scene

How to Photograph a Lunar Eclipse

Learn the techniques needed to shoot lunar eclipses from Mr. Eclipse, Fred Espenak

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Locale Hero

Lens Lore and Light Readings with Dave Black

Preservation and Protection of Wildlife Through Photography

Photographer Moose Peterson's respect for wildlife and the…

Dedicated Time Release Movie Mode and Time Lapse Using the Built-in Interval Timer

Deciding which technique to use with…

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Understanding Auto ISO

Auto ISO can simplify shooting under changing lighting conditions

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Tips For Making Tempting Food Photos

Alison Lyons offers simple tips for taking great photos of food & drink

Shooting Wirelessly with Nikon Digital Cameras and Wi-Fi Adapters

Enjoy wireless transfer of images with Wi-Fi compatible…

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Think About Your Subject Before You Begin Shooting

Find out why thinking about your photos can be as important as taking…

Always Be Prepared To Grab The Great Shot

Event photographers specialize in being "Jacks of all Trades."

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Composing Photographs

Tips for making better compositions when photographing in the field

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Workshop: Places to Stand

Michael Clark on Three Words: Location, Location, Location

Outdoor Pursuit

Bill Hatcher photographs the impossible—well, let's say the extremely difficult.

How to Photograph a Solar Eclipse

Learn the techniques needed to shoot solar eclipses from Mr. Eclipse, Fred Espenak

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Which NIKKOR Lens Type is Right for Your D-SLR?

Learn what the different types of NIKKOR lenses are and which ones will…

CX Format Image Sensor

Nikon 1 digital cameras utilize the Nikon CX-format super high speed AF CMOS imaging sensor.

The Challenge of Bird Photography

B. Moose Peterson tells why photographing birds in the field is well worth the…

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How to Capture the “Wow” Factor

Photographer Evan Williams on shooting stunning photographs

NIKON WORLD ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: These Just In: D3S Images From Space

Extraordinary photography from the world's greatest…

Effects Mode

The D5100 offers special effects that can be used when recording still images or D-movies. They can be found…

Built-in World Maps

Track where you've been shooting; locate Points of Interest.

Getting Started: How to Hold Your D-SLR Camera

Getting sharper, more in-focus pictures can be as simple as learning how…

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Moose Peterson: Light Lessons

Seeing light opens up your photographic creativity

Making Great COOLPIX Videos of a Child's Birthday Party

Tips & Tricks from photographer Ann Cutting

Making Great COOLPIX Videos of Your Kid's Sports

Tips & Tricks from photographer Ann Cutting

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Shooting the Effects of Global Warming

Gary Braasch follows the evidence; the power of photography does the rest.

Dustin Snipes: Rising Star

Photographer has a flair for capturing unique portraits of athletes and sports action

A Basic Look at the Basics of Exposure

The relationship between aperture, shutter speed and ISO is the basis of every…

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Shooting a Rock Concert

Whether you're taking photos at a major rock concert or at your child's school performance, these…

Carol Freeman - Photographing Endangered Species

Carol Freeman is a Naturalist Conservation photographer, her “studio” is…

Photographing the Night Sky

Astrophotography: tips for making great images of the stars, moon and night sky time-lapse

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Summer Lyn: Photographing Babies, Toddlers & Kids

Careful planning or just being lucky—both can work in your favor.

How to Photograph Lightning

Storm chaser Jim Reed offers valuable tips for making photos of lighning while staying safe.

Peter Hemming: A Dozen Photos and the Stories Behind Each One

How an image was conceived is as important as the metadata…

DX NIKKOR Lenses

Nikon Digital SLRs FX and DX sensors

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Travel Plans

Pete Saloutos on research and preparation before travel assigments

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Reflex Action: A Surf Photographer's Top Tips

Surf shooter Jay Watson offers tips for getting great surfing action photos

How to Take Great Portraits

Tips from portrait photography pro Karen Kuehn

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5 Easy Composition Guidelines

Follow 5 easy tips for better photo compositions

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When You Explore All Angles, Better Pictures Happen

Tom Bol explains how changing perspective can make a better image.

New Tricks

Time to get moving with Lindsay Silverman

Taking Pictures of Fireworks

Learn how to get great fireworks shots this summer.

How To Take Better Travel Photos

When you're planning your next trip or vacation, spend some time planning for the photos…

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Top Ten Trek Tips from the Trail with Mark Alberhasky

The top 10 questions asked of Mark Alberhasky on photo treks may…

Photographing Sports Indoors and Out

Capturing the action of a sporting event is easy when you follow a few simple…

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Picture Controls Step-by-Step

Utilize Picture Controls in-camera or during post-processing to change the look of your…

Flash of Inspiration

Bob Krist shoots with the COOLPIX P7100 and Speedlights

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Taking Pictures in Cold Weather

Weldon Lee has some tips to keep you taking pictures—even in the cold and snow.

High Dynamic Range Photography

Why and How to Shoot HDR Images

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Photographing Water Using the Multiplication Factor Technique

Ever wonder how the water in those photos looks so smooth?…

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Top Photography Tips from Nikon School Instructors

Learn photography the easy way, at Nikon School

Lighting Techniques: Light Painting

Using the technique of light painting allows you to add depth and dimension to your…

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Photographing People Using Wireless Lighting Techniques

Tom Bol's images inspire new ways of taking a portrait photo.

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Joe McNally and the new SB-910 AF Speedlight

Behind the Scenes of a Marketing Campaign Shoot

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Macro Lenses

Reproduce objects up to life size using a Nikon Micro-NIKKOR Lens

Partners

Michael Clark on exchanging ideas, creating images