Glossary
What is JPEGmini?
Put your original JPEG files on a diet but converting them to JPEGminis. Their resolution and quality will be preserved.
The Digital Negative
As the Digital Negative (DNG) becomes more widely acceptable, it will ensure that photographers shooting RAW can access their image files in the future.
Digital photography terms
Easy-to-understand, non-technical explanations of common digital photography terms.
Digital Single Lens Reflex camera terms
Non-technical explanation of common digital single lens reflex camera terms and accessories.
Photography forum abbreviations
Commonly used abbreviations that can confuse new comers to digital photography forums.
Viewing and using EXIF data
Read camera settings and scene information stored in digital images. Gain insights about how camera settings affect photo characteristics.
What is a firmware update?
According to Webopedia, firmware is “a combination of software and hardware. ROMs, PROMs and EPROMs that have data or programs recorded on them are firmware.” OK, got that?!?! Practically speaking, firmware is software stored in the memory of a device such as a digital camera. The firmware controls the basic functions of the device. Firmware [...]