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Cameras and Photos

Have you ever wanted to capture that perfect picture, but found yourself feeling a bit inadequate as you try to adjust that F stop or change a filter? You are not alone.

With smartphones and digital cameras today, everyone wants to capture images at every venue they are at. There are blogs on the Internet to learn how to use a particular camera, depending upon your device. One of my favorites can be found at the following site for digital cameras.

For a smartphone, it will depend upon what type of smartphone you use, but the same site offers tips to help.

No matter what issue you face, there are videos and articles to help you out. I have also found that being with people who have experience is a great way to discover and learn more. Most are willing to take the time to help someone, if we will ask for the help.

I find I use my smartphone more and more and I purchased a kit that allows my smartphone to have a zoom lens attached to it. It also came with two other filters; one for fisheye pictures and the other is a color filter. Here is information on some kits.

https://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-iphone-lenses,review-2366.html

Keep taking pictures and practice what you learn. You will find over time, you will take some wonderful pictures.

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