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GUIDES, HOW-TO, TIPS AND TRICKS

This section is definitely true to our motto "Share, Learn and Inspire". Here you find articles where Nikonians help other Nikonians to improve their photography: Hands-on guides, how-tos, tips and tricks short articles. We extend this section on a frequent basis.

We have also collected a number of useful NikoScope search links in here.

Quiver Tree © Marsel van Oosten

2004 Photo Contest Winner - Color Category - by Marsel van Oosten
Nikon D70, Nikkor DX AF-S 12-24mm f/4D ED, Gitzo tripod with Markins M10 ball head
Featured Articles

What is White Balance
In his article Nikonians moderator Ned S. Levi (Ned_L) makes White Balance understandable.

Additive and Substractive Color
Nikonians moderator Hal Becker (HBB) explains in a very straight forward and easy to understand article the basics of color. Color in general, RGB and  CMYK are quite a subject to tackle but Hal makes a clear, concise summary of the complex topic. Whether you are interested in color for postprocessing and/or for printing, this is a must-read primer.

Which images are the keepers?
The reality is when you go out to shoot something, whether it’s for work, vacation or your own pleasure, how many of the files are really great shots? Probably about 5%...if you are lucky.

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