Time Lapse Calculators – Everything You Need

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Use these photography time-lapse calculators so you can get the perfect time-lapse without having nightmares about your high-school math lessons. I’ve got 3 handy timelapse calculators for you here: Shooting Interval – Time Lapse Calculator To use this shooting interval time-lapse calculator simply enter the: The calculator will then tell you your shooting interval and …

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Crop Sensor to Full Frame Equivalent – Crop Factor Calculator

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Use this handy crop factor calculator to work out the 35mm full frame equivalent focal length of any crop sensor camera. The crop sensor cameras included in this calculator are: Crop Sensor to Full Frame Calculator 📸 This crop factor calculator will let you see what a lens will look like on your camera if …

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🏆 The Best (and Worst) Canon EOS 90D Alternatives in 2023

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If you just want a quick answer here are the top alternative Canon cameras for the Canon EOS 90D: Ok so I’m going to start by saying that the Canon EOS 90D is probably one of, if not the best crop sensor DSLR on the market. So it’s hard to beat at this price point. But …

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Canon EOS R8 as a Webcam – 5 Minute Guide

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The Canon EOS R8 is one of the newest full frame Canon cameras on the market (released in April 2023) and with that it’s got some useful improvements compared to older models.  One of the biggest benefits is how easy it is to use it as a webcam compared to other models.  The Canon EOS …

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Using The Canon EOS R7 As A Webcam – Solved

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You can use the Canon EOS R7 as a webcam using one of two methods. (one is better than the other). 💡 There’s two ways to use your EOS R7 as webcam for streaming:  OR I prefer to use the capture card method since you get better resolution and it pays off over time. (I …

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Lenses Compatible with Canon Rebel SL3 (250D) + Best Options

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The Canon EOS Rebel SL3, also known as the Canon EOS 250D, can use a wide range of lenses that are designed to fit its EF-S lens mount. Not only can you use all of Canon’s own EF and EF-S lenses, but you can also use some lenses from third-party brands like Tamron and Sigma. …

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What Lenses are Compatible with Canon Rebel T7 + The Best Options

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The Canon Rebel T7 (also known as EOS 2000D) is compatible with any lenses that are compatible with its lens mount which is an EF-S lens mount. This includes Canon’s own line of EF and EF-S lenses as well as third party alternatives by the likes of Tamron, Sigma, Tokina and more. You can’t use …

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Canon Cameras That Shoot 4K at 60 FPS (Updated 2023)

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4K at 30 fps is nice, but 4K at 60fps is even nicer. In 2023, being able to record video in 4K at 60fps has become a standard that lots of videographers want as a minimum.  I don’t blame you. I do too.  In this post I’ve listed every Canon camera that can shoot video in …

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Using The Canon EOS R10 As A Webcam – Solved

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The Canon EOS R10 can be used as a webcam in one of two ways.  The cheaper way is to use the right USB cable (not provided with the camera) and use the Canon EOS Webcam Utility Pro.  The better quality method is to use a capture card like the Elgato Cam Link 4K and …

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Does The Canon 6D Have Continuous Autofocus In Video

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No, the Canon 6D (released in 2012) does not have continuous autofocus in videos (movie servo AF), but there are some decent alternatives that do. The best alternatives to the Canon 6D, if you want continuous autofocus in videos, are the EOS 6D Mark II, the Canon EOS R8, and the Canon EOS Rebel SL3. …

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Is The Canon 5D Mark III Good For Video in 2023?

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If you’re wondering if the 5D Mark III is good for videography, well it depends. For its time it was good, really good, but for 2023 there are much better options than the 5D Mark III. I wouldn’t bother going for it unless you find a really good second-hand deal, you don’t care about 4K, …

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Clean HDMI Output on Canon Rebel T7 (2000D)? – Solved

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Here’s a quick summary of the post if you’re in a rush ⌛️ : How to Use Clean HDMI on Canon Rebel T7? So the quick answer here is, you can’t.  I’ve tried lots of ways to make it work but it just doesn’t work because clean HDMI is not a feature on the Canon …

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Does Canon G7X Mark III Shoot 4k? Yes but…

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Yes the Canon G7X Mark III does shoot 4K video, but with a maximum frame rate of 30 fps.  It also has an external microphone input, can do 120fps in Full HD (1080p), and it can do vertical video! These things all make it a perfect video camera for vlogging and social media content.  But …

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Does The Canon Rebel T7 Shoot In 4K? No but…

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No the Canon EOS Rebel T7 (2000D/ 1500D) does not shoot video in 4K resolution but there are some good alternative cameras that do.  The max resolution that the Canon Rebel T7 can record in is 1080p at 30fps.  In my opinion, the best alternative cameras to the Rebel T7 that shoot in 4K are: …

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Does Canon M50 Mark II Shoot 4K 60FPS? – Answered

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No, unfortunately the Canon M50 Mark II is not able to shoot in 4K resolution at 60 fps. The closest the M50 Mark II can get is 4K resolution at either 23.98 fps or 25 fps.  However, there are a few other Canon mirrorless cameras that work as good alternatives to the M50 Mark II. …

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Using The Canon EOS R50 As A Webcam – Solved

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Ok so there are 2 ways to use the Canon EOS R50 as a webcam and one is better than the other in my opinion. First of all, at the time of writing (May 2023) you can’t use the Canon EOS R50 with the Canon EOS Webcam Utility Pro, but you don’t need to. This …

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Canon EOS R50 Recording Limit

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You might see online that the Canon EOS R50 doesn’t have a recording limit, but this isn’t true!  💡 The Canon EOS R50 doesn’t have the typical 30 minute recording limit as some older cameras… BUT the EOS R50 does still have a 1 hour recording limit at standard frame rates and a 15 minutes …

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Canon EOS R50 vs EOS R10 – Which Should YOU Buy?

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Here’s a quick summary: For 90% of people the Canon EOS R10 is better. But for some specific cases, the Canon EOS R50 can be a better option. Ok so first of all, the EOS R50 is cheaper and both the R50 and R10 can use the same lenses because they use the same RF …

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Every Canon APS-C Mirrorless Camera EVER (Updated July 2023)

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Just like me, you probably had to get over the fact that DSLRs are dying, and mirrorless cameras are taking their place.  So I had to figure out which Canon cameras are mirrorless and which are full frame or APS-C (otherwise known as crop sensor).  Here’s a list of every Canon APS-C (crop sensor) mirrorless …

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What Does f/3.5-5.6 Mean On a Lens?

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Here’s a quick answer: Camera lenses are confusing as hell and all the numbers and acronyms can get a bit annoying.  You don’t always need to know what ALL of them mean, but this one is important.  You’ll often see ranges of numbers given for a lens with an ‘f/’ in front of it.  Kinda …

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Sony ZV-1 Battery Guide – Everything You Need To Know

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💡 Here’s a quick summary of everything you need to know about the battery on the Sony ZV-1: This post will tell you literally everything you need to know about the Sony ZV-1 battery. What Batteries Does the Sony ZV-1 Take? The Sony ZV-1 uses the NP-BX1 rechargeable battery pack and you will receive one …

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How Do I Connect My Sony ZV-1 To My Computer?

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This post will briefly guide you through how to connect your Sony ZV-1 to your computer, whether it is a Windows or Mac device. To summarise, you can connect your Sony ZV-1 to your Windows PC or Mac device by using a Micro USB cable. How Do I Connect My Sony ZV-1 to My Windows …

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How To Do A Time-lapse On The Canon Rebel SL3 – Solved

The Canon EOS Rebel SL3 (also known as the EOS 250D) comes with a native time-lapse feature but there’s also other ways to do a timelapse on it where you can have more control.  In my opinion, the best way to do a time-lapse on the Rebel SL3 is by using an intervalometer. Just make …

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What Camera Gear Does Peter McKinnon Use in 2023?

Here’s a quick summary of the most up to date gear list I could find for Peter Mckinnon’s main camera gear: What Camera Does Peter McKinnon Use?  Peter McKinnon’s camera of choice for his vlogs and photography is currently the Canon EOS R5, which is a full frame mirrorless camera. This is last mentioned in …

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How Long Does a DSLR/Mirrorless Lens Last ?

💡 While it is hard to pinpoint exactly how long a camera lens lasts, you can easily expect a good quality lens to last you well over 5 years with the right care and maintenance. Some people report having lenses functioning for over 20 years without problems. 9 times out of 10, your lens will …

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How to Store Your Camera and Lenses at Home?

If you don’t store your camera gear properly at home, then you could lose thousands of dollars because of repairs. Let’s learn how to store your camera equipment properly at home. 💡 Here’s a quick summary of the best way to store camera gear at home: What Things Can Damage Camera Gear? Every photographer has …

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Do All Flashes Work On Any Camera?

While it can be tempting to make a blanket statement and say that all cameras work on every flash, it’s not completely accurate. Here’s a quick summary of the post: There are some features that you can use and some that you can’t so overall, camera flashes are not universal. So all flashes are not …

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How To Take Flat Lay Photos Without Harsh Shadows

Shadows can be tricky, especially in overhead photography. This post will make it easy for you to control your shadows, so your flat lays come out exactly as you want them to. Follow the tips below and most of the harsh shadows can be avoided when you take flat lay photos from above: Prevent Shadows …

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Can You Use Canon EF And EF-S Lenses On Mirrorless Canon Cameras?

With the rise in popularity of mirrorless cameras, many people are looking to make the move from DSLRs to mirrorless cameras.  By making this change you might be considering if you can still use your current DSLR lenses on your new mirrorless cameras and luckily there are ways to make this happen.  To save you …

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Nikon DX Vs FX Lenses – Differences Explained

Lenses can be confusing, I get it… Nikon lenses are no exception, and the rules you have to follow are slightly different to Canon lenses. Here’s a quick summary of what you need to know about Nikon DX lenses and Nikon FX lenses and the differences between them.  Summary: **Just remember, this post is about …

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12 Tips To Photograph The PERFECT Pour Shot Every Time

Whether it is a flat lay or flying food, there are so many ways to get interesting shots in food photography. Today I’m going to share useful and actionable tips that can help you take the perfect action shot in food photography. So, if you have been wondering how to photograph pouring liquids, then this …

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How To Shoot Splash Photography Using Just One Speedlight Flash

If you’ve ever wanted to recreate amazing splash photography shots with drinks, then this post will help you. In this example we will use an ice cube dropping into water but you can use anything e.g. fruit dropped into a cocktail. This is what you’ll need: Settings for Splash Photography Summary: How To Set Up …

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Drinks Photography Tips – 18 Secrets Used by Pros

Drinks photography is a subset of food photography where you photograph beverages in the most appealing way possible. This is all to make the audience wish that they had the drink in their hands. To do this, the professionals use a range of secrets to make sure their photos are a cut above the rest. …

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Why Does A Circular Lens Capture Rectangular Pictures? Explained

This might seem like an obvious thing to some people, but for others it can be mind boggling!  The short answer is: 💡 Photographs and images from cameras are square or rectangular in shape because the image sensors or photographic film that we use is always square or rectangular in shape. The shape of the …

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What Is Advertising Photography?

Advertising photography is the art of using photography to create images with a focus on selling or promoting a service, product or brand.  Sometimes you may have ad campaigns that aren’t necessarily there to sell but to raise awareness. For example, governments might commission ad campaigns to get certain information out to the public which …

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What Are The Main Parts of a Camera? In Detail

Well it can get quite technical but we’ll try to define it simply for you into 3 main components of a camera and all the important parts within each one:  Depending on whether it is a DSLR , mirrorless or even a point and shoot, will effect the individual parts within these three components. For …

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What Are The Qualities Of A Good Photo?

I always found it hard to figure out how to take a good photo when I first started out, but I always found it easier when I had a mental checklist of things I should consider. This list below will give you the fundamentals that can apply to pretty much every type of photography.  Use …

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Canon EF vs EF-S Lenses – Differences Explained

Canon’s EF and EF-S lenses are both made for Canon DSLR cameras, but one of them is designed for full frame cameras whereas the other is designed for crop sensor cameras. This means there are some rules you need to follow to make sure you don’t try and use the wrong lens on the wrong …

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What Is Framing In Photography? How To Use Framing (With Examples)

I like using easy hacks to improve my photography and framing is one of them. Framing is when you use composition to focus attention to your subject by forming a frame around part of your image.  An example would be using a doorway with your subject standing within the frame of the doorway. What Is …

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Crop Sensor VS Full Frame Cameras – What’s the Difference?

There are a few key differences between full frame cameras and crop sensor cameras. Knowing these differences is important because it can help you decide what kind of camera is right for you. For a quick summary: Full frame cameras have bigger sensors and: Crop sensor cameras have smaller sensors and: If you have a …

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What is The Reciprocal Rule in Photography?

The reciprocal rule in photography states that your shutter speed should be at least as fast as the reciprocal of your focal length (1/focal length).  Meaning if you have a 50mm lens you need a shutter speed of 1/50th of a second and if you have a focal length of 100mm you need a shutter …

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19 Food Photography HACKS – Learn These Tricks of The Trade

If you have been wondering how to improve on your food photography then this post will help you.  We list some tips and tricks that you can use to hack your way to better food photography.  Food photography is different to a lot of other types of still life photography since the subject can actually …

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Canon EOS Rebel SL3 – Built-in Flash Guide

You can easily use the built-in flash and adjust the flash power on your Rebel SL3 (also known as 250D) by using the flash exposure compensation settings.  This is important to know because the Rebel SL3 is a crop sensor camera meaning it’s not as good in low light compared to full frame cameras. It …

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When Did The Canon Rebel SL3 Come Out?

Ok, so cameras come and go and it’s hard to keep track of when new ones come out and how old some of them are. It’s important to know how old your camera might be and in this post, I’ll tell you when the Rebel SL3 was launched. Plus how this camera has a bit …

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Canon EOS Rebel SL3 – Full Frame or Crop?

If you’re wondering if the Canon Rebel SL3 is full frame then you’re barking up the wrong tree.  The Canon EOS Rebel SL3 (also known as the EOS 250D) is NOT a full-frame camera. What Sensor Does The Canon EOS Rebel SL3 Have? Well if it’s not a full frame camera… The Canon Rebel SL3 …

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Canon EOS Rebel SL3 WiFi Guide

I love it when a DSLR has WiFi and other wireless settings because it gives you so much freedom. Let’s run through the wireless capabilities of the Canon EOS Rebel SL3 and what you can do with it. Does The Canon EOS Rebel SL3 Have WiFi? Yes, the Canon EOS Rebel SL3 (also known as …

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How To Find The Shutter Count On Canon Rebel SL3 (250D, 200D II)

Knowing the shutter count and the shutter life on your Canon Rebel SL3 is like knowing the mileage of a second hand car. So it’s kinda important.  This means whether you’re buying or selling the SL3 you may want to know the shutter count on it.  I’ll tell you how to find out below. If …

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My Canon Rebel SL3 (EOS 250D) Won’t Focus – 8 Solutions

Camera’s arent cheap, so when they don’t work as they should it gets annoying.  One of the most annoying things is when your camera just won’t focus and the last thing you want is for your autofocus to stop working in the middle of a shoot.  The Canon Rebel SL3 (also known as the Canon …

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Is The Canon M50 Mark II A Full Frame Camera?

Nope, the Canon EOS M50 Mark II (also known as the EOS Kiss M2) isn’t a full-frame camera, but it doesn’t need to be.  The Canon M50 Mark II is one of the best mirrorless APS-C cameras you can get.  This means that the M50 Mark II is a crop sensor camera and it has …

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Is The Canon EOS 90D Full Frame?

No, the Canon EOS 90D is not a full-frame camera. It never was and never will be.  So What Type Of Camera Is The Canon 90D? Yep you guessed it, since it is not a full-frame camera there’s only one other thing it could be. The Canon EOS 90D is an APS-C camera so it …

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Fast Vs Slow Lenses – Explained

So what the heck is a fast lens and what is a slow lens? And does lens ‘speed’ even make a difference? Well yes, it does. It’s pretty important actually and that’s why people will spend a lot more on ‘fast’ lenses compared to ‘slower’ lenses. What Exactly Is A Fast Lens And What Is …

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How To Do A Time-Lapse On The Canon Rebel T7 – Solved

The Canon EOS Rebel T7 (also known as the EOS 2000D) does not have a native time-lapse function like the Rebel T7i. I repeat, this post is not about the Rebel T7i but about the Rebel T7. A common way (and probably the best way) to do a time-lapse on the Rebel T7 is to …

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Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II vs STM – Key Differences

Over time Canon releases newer versions of its lenses and the ‘nifty-fifty’ Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 is no exception.  The Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II was first released in 1991 and was eventually replaced by the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM in 2015.  Since there were 24 years between these two lenses, there are quite …

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What Macro Reverse Ring To Use For Canon 50mm f/1.8?

If you want to use a Canon 50mm f/1.8 lens for macro photography you might be interested in using a macro reverse ring (sometimes called a reverse lens adapter).  In this post we describe how to find out what size reverse ring you need and give you examples what you can use for your Canon …

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Red, Gold And Silver Lines On Canon Lenses – Explained

Canon lenses have different colors and markings on them to indicate what kinds of features the lenses have and what line up of lenses they belong to.  Because of this, it can get kind of confusing to know what’s what.  This post will tell you the difference between the gold, red, silver and green (yes …

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Which Is Better? Panasonic Lumix Or Canon?

If you’re looking for a comparison of Lumix vs Canon cameras then you’re not the only one.  In this post, we will try to settle once and for all if Lumix is better than Canon or vice versa based on sales data and actual usage by the community. Some of the stats might shock you.  …

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What Is The Maximum Flash Sync Speed For Sony Alpha Cameras

In this post, I won’t be looking at ‘High-Speed Sync’ (FP), but rather ‘Flash Sync Speed’ (x-sync). The standard maximum sync speed for most DSLRs and mirrorless cameras is around 1/125th to 1/250th of a second, but in this post I’ll lay out the maximum sync speeds (x-sync) for popular Sony mirrorless camera bodies.  💡 …

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Is A Canon Powershot A DSLR?

No, a Canon Powershot camera is not a DSLR camera. Canon PowerShot cameras are part of Canon’s ‘compact digital cameras’ range and most of them come as either point-and-shoot cameras or bridge cameras.  More recently Canon has other versions of PowerShots such as smart cameras like the PowerShot PX. This post will tell you the …

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Does The Canon EOS 70D Have Image Stabilization?

Nobody likes blurry images caused by camera shake, but sometimes we can’t help it and image stabilization can be a nice solution to that. The Canon EOS 70D does not have in-body image stabilization, and most Canon DSLRs are the same.  Instead, Canon tends to rely on incorporating image stabilization within its lenses and not …

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Why Are Wide-Angle Lenses So Expensive?

When creating a lens, camera manufacturers want to make sure they can produce them while keeping the image quality as optimal as possible. Image quality can be measured through the following: To do this, the lenses have to be built in a complex fashion to correct for any undesirable effects in the list above. 💡 …

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Affordable Canon Cameras Which Record 60fps In 1080p

Being able to shoot in 1080p (full HD) at 60 frames per second is a standard that a lot of video makers aspire to, but with so many cameras on the market, it’s hard to know exactly which ones have this capability. Luckily there are a few affordable Canon DSLRs, mirrorless and point-and-shoot cameras that …

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The Best Canon Lenses for Blurred Background

Whether you want a wide angle or telephoto lens or anything in between, you can get that creamy blurred background that we all love on your Canon DSLR.  There’s something about ‘Bokeh’ that can change an image from ‘meh’ to ‘wow’. Luckily there are lots of Canon lenses that can let you have that blurred …

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What Is The Sweet Spot On Canon 50mm f/1.8 STM?

Even though there is no ‘official’ sweet spot for lenses we can look at examples to see what looks to be the best.  On the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM lens (aka the ‘nifty fifty’) the sweet spot for aperture seems to be about f/5.6.  This is where the image seems to have the least …

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Can You Use Nikon Lenses On Canon Cameras? Yes, But…

Yes, you can use some Nikon Lenses on some Canon cameras.  Specifically, as long as you use the right adapter you can use Nikon F-mount lenses on Canon DSLRs that have an EF/EF-S mount. There is however one big caveat.  The caveat is that a lot of the normal features of the lens will be …

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Does The Canon EOS 60D Have WiFi? No…But…

The Canon EOS 60D does not have built-in WiFi. It also does not have Bluetooth or NFC capabilities so there are no wireless features on the Canon 60D.  This means that you will not be able to just change a setting on the camera to allow you to connect your 60D to your phone or computer …

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Is The Canon EOS 60D A Full Frame Camera

Let’s get straight into it… No, the Canon EOS 60D is not a full-frame camera. So What Type Of Camera Is The Canon EOS 60D? The Canon EOS 60D is an APS-C camera which is also known as a crop sensor or cropped sensor camera.  This means that the Canon 60D has a sensor size …

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Does The Canon Rebel T5i (700D) Have WiFi?

The Canon EOS Rebel T5i (also known as the EOS 700D) does not have built-in WiFi.  It also does not have Bluetooth and NFC capabilities so there are no wireless features on the Canon Rebel T5i.  This means that you will not be able to just change a setting on the camera to allow you …

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How To Find The Shutter Count On Canon EOS 6D

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💡 Here’s a quick summary of the post: If you want the newer version of the Canon 6D without worrying about shutter life then check out the Canon 6D Mark II So you’ve got yourself a 10+ year old Canon EOS 6D. Whether you’re buying it second hand or selling it, you gotta know how …

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Is The Canon EOS 80D A Full Frame Camera?

Let’s get straight into it with a quick summary… 💡 No, the Canon EOS 80D is not a full-frame camera.  So What Type Of Camera Is The Canon EOS 80D? The Canon EOS 80D is an APS-C camera, so yes, the Canon 80D is a crop sensor or cropped sensor camera.  This means that the …

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How To Find The Shutter Count On Canon 5D Mark III

This post will tell you everything you need to know about what the shutter count is on a Canon 5D Mark III and how you can find the shutter count on both Windows and Mac. The Canon 5D Mark III was released in 2012 so it’s over 10 years old now. Even though you can …

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Why Is My Canon EOS Rebel T5 Not Focusing? – 8 Solutions

Under normal circumstances, the Canon EOS Rebel T5 (also known as the EOS 1200D) will autofocus onto a subject when you ‘half-press’ the shutter button. After the half-press, you can press the shutter button fully down to take the picture.  For the majority of people, there are never any problems with this, but sometimes your …

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Why Is My Canon EOS Rebel T5i Not Focusing? – 8 Solutions

Under normal circumstances, the Canon EOS Rebel T5i (also known as the EOS 700D) will autofocus onto a subject when you ‘half-press’ the shutter button. Then when you fully press the shutter button the camera will take the picture. Normally you won’t face any problems with this, but sometimes the autofocus on the Rebel T5i …

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Does The Canon EOS M200 Have An External Mic Input?

If you’ve just got your Canon EOS M200 and thought… “Now then, how do I connect my microphone to my Canon EOS M200?” Then you’re in for some bad news… To be able to use an external mic on your Canon EOS M200, it needs a 3.5mm microphone jack.  Unfortunately, the Canon EOS M200 does …

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Does The Canon G7X Mark II Have An External Mic Input?

If you’ve just got your Canon G7X Mark II and thought… “Now then, how do I connect my microphone to my Canon G7X Mark II?” Then you’re in for some bad news… To be able to use an external mic on your Canon G7X Mark II, it needs a 3.5mm microphone jack.  Unfortunately, the Canon …

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Does The Canon G7X Mark III Have An External Mic Input?

If you’ve just got your Canon G7X Mark III and wondered if you could connect a microphone to it then this post will help you out. A 3.5mm microphone jack is what you need to be able to use an external microphone on the G7 X Mark III. Luckily, the Canon G7X Mark III does …

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Does The Canon EOS M50 Mark II Have An External Mic Input?

If you’ve just got your Canon EOS M50 Mark II and thought… “Now then, how do I connect my microphone to my Canon M50 Mark II?” Then this is the post for you… To be able to use an external mic on your Canon M50 Mark II, it needs a 3.5mm microphone jack.  Fortunately, the …

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Does The Canon EOS Rebel SL2 Have An External Mic Input?

If you’ve just got your Canon EOS Rebel SL2 (also known as the Canon EOS 200D) and thought… “Now then, how do I connect my microphone to my Canon Rebel SL2?” Then this is the post for you… To be able to use an external mic on your Canon Rebel SL2, it needs a 3.5mm …

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How To Disable WiFi On The Canon EOS 70D

The WiFi function on the Canon EOS 70D is very useful for various things.  However, by leaving the WiFi function on, it can interfere with other functionalities.  Here are 7 scenarios where leaving the WiFi function on will stop you from doing other things with the camera. Canon EOS Webcam Utility won’t work when trying …

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Canon 70D Won’t Turn On – Solved

I’ve been there way too many times. You turn on your camera ready for a good session and the camera just doesn’t turn on.  Not great.  From our experience, there are quite a few different reasons why your Canon EOS 70D won’t turn on and each one has a different solution.  Some of the fixes …

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Can You Charge A Canon EOS 70D Through USB?

If you’re wondering how to charge the Canon 70D with a USB then this is the post for you. Unfortunately, you can’t use the USB port for the Canon 70D to charge the camera. The reason for this is that the USB port can only be used for data transfer – it cannot transfer power …

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Canon 80D Won’t Turn On – 8 Solutions

I’ve been there way too many times. You turn on your camera ready for a good session and the camera just doesn’t turn on.  Not great.  From our experience, there are quite a few different reasons your Canon EOS 80D won’t turn on and each one has a different solution.  Some of the fixes are …

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Can I Use My Canon EOS 70D As A Webcam?

Yes, you can use the Canon EOS 70D as a webcam. All you need is the correct USB cable, the correct software, and a compatible application. You need to look out for some things to make sure it all works smoothly. This post will guide you through each of the above so you know how …

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Does The Canon EOS 70D Have Clean HDMI Output?

It’s common to want to use a DSLR with an HDMI capture card for high-quality live streams or video calls. However to make this effective your camera should have Clean HDMI. Summary: Unfortunately, the Canon EOS 70D does not have a proper clean HDMI output.  The best alternative camera to the Canon EOS 70D that …

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Does The Canon EOS 70D Have An External Mic Input?

If you’ve just got your Canon EOS 70D and thought… “Now then, how do I connect my microphone to my Canon 70D?” Then this is the post for you… To be able to use an external mic on your Canon 70D, it needs a 3.5mm microphone jack.  Fortunately, the Canon 70D does have a 3.5mm …

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Does The Canon Rebel T6 Have Clean HDMI Out?

It’s common to want to use a DSLR with an HDMI capture card for high-quality live streams or video calls. However to make this effective you need the ability to have clean HDMI out on the DSLR you are using. Unfortunately, the Canon Rebel T6 (also known as the EOS 1300D) does not have an …

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Does The Canon EOS 80D Have Clean HDMI Output?

It’s common to want to use a DSLR with an HDMI capture card for high-quality live streams or video calls. But to make this effective you need the ability to have clean HDMI output on your camera. Summary: Unfortunately, the Canon EOS 80D does not have a proper clean HDMI output.  In my opinion the …

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Does the Canon EOS 90D Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Canon EOS 90D has a recording limit based on time. We discuss it in this post and address another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Canon EOS 90D Record Before Stopping? The Canon EOS 90D will stop recording when the recording time limit is reached, but this depends …

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How To Use The Canon EOS 90D as a USB Webcam

If you’re wondering “Can I use the Canon EOS 90D as a USB webcam?” then the answer is YES! You can use your Canon EOS 90D as a webcam using a USB cable.  All you need is: The correct USB cable The correct software  A compatible webcam application This setup is going to be perfect …

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How to Use the Canon EOS 90D as a HDMI Webcam

If you are wondering if you can use the Canon 90D as a HDMI webcam then this post will help you. The answer is yes. You can use your Canon EOS 90D as a webcam using a HDMI output and a capture card.  All you need is: This setup is going to be perfect for …

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Does The Canon EOS 90D Have An External Mic Input?

If you’ve just got your Canon EOS 90D and thought… “Now then, how do I connect my microphone to my Canon 90D?” Then this is the post for you… To be able to use an external mic on your Canon 90D, it needs a 3.5mm microphone jack.  Fortunately, the Canon 90D does have a 3.5mm …

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Does The Canon EOS 80D Have An External Mic Input?

If you’ve just got your Canon EOS 80D and thought… “Now then, how do I connect my microphone to my Canon 80D?” Then this is the post for you… To be able to use an external mic on your Canon 80D, it needs a 3.5mm microphone jack.  Fortunately, the Canon 80D does have a 3.5mm …

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Does The Canon EOS Rebel T5 Have An External Mic Input?

If you’ve just got your Canon EOS Rebel T5 (also known as the EOS 1200D) and thought… “Now then, how do I connect my microphone to my Canon Rebel T5?” Then you’re in for some bad news… To be able to use an external mic on your Canon Rebel T5, it needs a 3.5mm microphone …

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Does The Canon EOS Rebel T100 Have An External Mic Input?

If you’ve just got your Canon EOS Rebel T100 (also known as the EOS 4000D) and thought… “Now then, how do I connect my microphone to my Canon Rebel T100?” Then you’re in for some bad news… To be able to use an external mic on your Canon Rebel T100, it needs a 3.5mm microphone …

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Why Won’t My Canon EOS M50 Take Pictures? – Solutions

If your Canon EOS M50 won’t take pictures then this post will help.  Some of the solutions can also apply to other Canon cameras.  Before you do anything, try to rule out whether it is the lens or camera at fault.  You can do this by using a different lens on the camera if you …

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Why Is My Canon EOS M50 Not Focusing? – 8 Solutions

Under normal circumstances, the Canon EOS M50 will autofocus onto a subject when you ‘half-press’ the shutter button. After the half-press, you can press the shutter button fully down to take the picture.  For the majority of people, there are never any problems with this. But sometimes your Canon EOS M50 just won’t autofocus how …

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Why Is My Canon EOS 80D Not Focusing? – 7 Solutions

Under normal circumstances, the Canon EOS 80D will autofocus onto a subject when you ‘half-press’ the shutter button. After the half-press, you can press the shutter button fully down to take the picture.  For the majority of people, there are never any problems with this. But sometimes your Canon EOS 80D just won’t autofocus how …

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Why Won’t My Canon EOS 80D Take Pictures? – Solutions

If your Canon EOS 80D won’t take pictures then this post will help.  Some of the solutions can also apply to other Canon cameras.  Before you do anything, try to rule out whether it is the lens or camera at fault.  You can do this by using a different lens on the camera if you …

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Why Won’t My Canon Rebel T7 Take Pictures? – Solutions

If your Canon EOS Rebel T7 (also known as the EOS 2000D) won’t take pictures then this post will help.  This can also apply to other Canon Rebel cameras.  Before you do anything, try to rule out whether it is the lens or camera at fault.  You can do this by using a different lens …

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Why Is My Canon Rebel T7 Not Focusing? – 7 Solutions

Under normal circumstances, the Canon EOS Rebel T7 (also known as the EOS 2000D) will autofocus onto a subject when you ‘half-press’ the shutter button. After the half-press, you can press the shutter button fully down to take the picture.  For the majority of people, there are never any problems with this. But sometimes your …

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How to Use The Nikon D7200 As An HDMI Webcam

There are two methods of using the Nikon D7200 as a webcam for live streaming… This post shows you the method which achieves the best quality using your Nikon D7200. It requires the use of a ‘Clean HDMI’ output and a capture card… Don’t worry, we’ll tell you how to do it easily. To summarise, …

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How To Use The Canon XA40 For Live Streaming

You can use your Canon XA40 as a webcam to live stream, but it’s not as easy as just downloading one piece of software.  This method lets you use your Canon XA40 camcorder as an HDMI webcam. To summarise, the set-up we recommend is as follows: Connect your Canon XA40 camcorder to a capture card …

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How To Use The Canon Vixia HF G20 For Live Streaming

You can use your Canon Vixia HF G20 as a webcam to live stream, but it’s not as easy as just downloading one piece of software.  This method lets you use your Canon G20 camcorder as an HDMI webcam. To summarise, the set-up we recommend is as follows: Connect your Canon Vixia HF G20 camcorder …

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Does the Sony FDR AX700 Have a Recording Time Limit?

If you are sick of cameras having 30-minute recording limits for video then you are not alone.  Luckily the Sony FDR AX700 is a camcorder designed for video so it doesn’t suffer from this 30-minute time limit. But this doesn’t mean you can record continuously forever… How Long Does The Sony FDR AX700 Record Before …

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Does the Sony A7S III Have a Recording Time Limit?

If you are sick of cameras having 30-minute recording limits for video then you are not alone.  Luckily the Sony A7S III (ILCE-7SM3) has ditched this annoying “feature”, so there is no 30-minute video recording time limit. But this doesn’t mean you can just record continuously forever… How Long Does The Sony A7S III Record …

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Does the Sony A7R IV Have a Recording Time Limit?

If you are sick of cameras having 30-minute recording limits for video then you are not alone.  Luckily the Sony A7R IV (ILCE-7RM4) has ditched this annoying “feature”, so there is no 30-minute video recording time limit. But this doesn’t mean you can just record continuously forever… How Long Does The Sony A7R IV Record …

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How To Use The Canon Vixia HF G40 For Live Streaming

You can use your Canon Vixia HF G40 as a webcam to live stream, but it’s not as easy as just downloading one piece of software.  This method lets you use your Canon G40 camcorder as an HDMI webcam. To summarise, the set-up we recommend is as follows: Connect your Canon Vixia HF G40 camcorder …

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Does The Canon EOS Rebel T6 Have An External Mic Input?

If you’ve just got your Canon EOS Rebel T6 (also known as the EOS 1300D) and thought… “Now then, how do I connect my microphone to my Canon Rebel T6?”, then you’re in for some bad news… To be able to use an external mic on your Canon Rebel T6, it needs a 3.5mm microphone …

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Does The Canon EOS Rebel T7 Have An External Mic Input?

If you’ve just got your Canon EOS Rebel T7 (also known as the EOS 2000D) and thought “Now then, how do I connect my microphone to my Canon Rebel T7?”, then you’re in for some bad news… To be able to use an external mic on your Canon Rebel T7, it needs a 3.5mm microphone …

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Does the Canon VIXIA HF G30 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Canon VIXIA HF G30 has a recording limit based on time. This post tells you what this is and also addresses another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Canon VIXIA HF G30 Record Before Stopping? The recording limit on the Canon VIXIA HF G30 is different depending on …

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Does the Canon Rebel T6 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Canon EOS Rebel T6 (also known as the Canon EOS 1300D) has a recording limit based on time and file size. We discuss both in this post and address another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Canon Rebel T6 Record Before Stopping? The Canon Rebel T6 will stop …

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Does the Panasonic Lumix GH6 Have a Recording Time Limit?

The Panasonic Lumix GH5 was a massive success and luckily the Panasonic Lumix GH6 takes a leaf out of its predecessors book… Just like the GH5 there are no recording limits on the Panasonic Lumix GH6 and you can continuously record without interruptions. However, your files may be separated into smaller files depending on the …

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Does the Panasonic Lumix GH5 Have a Recording Time Limit?

No, there are no recording limits on the Panasonic Lumix GH5 and you can continuously record without interruptions. However, your files may be separated into smaller files depending on the situation. This post tells you how your recording may be split up into various files depending on the types of memory cards you use and …

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Does the Canon VIXIA HF R800 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Canon VIXIA HF R800 has a recording limit based on time. This post tells you what this is and also addresses another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Canon VIXIA HF R800 Record Before Stopping? The maximum continuous recording time for a single video on the Canon VIXIA …

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Does the Nikon D5500 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Nikon D5500 has a recording limit, but the limit changes depending on what movie quality you are recording in. There is also a file size limit to be aware of too. The Nikon D5500 will stop recording when it reaches the time limit or the file size limit depending on which comes first. …

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Does the Nikon D7500 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Nikon D7500 has a recording limit based on time.  There are also some file size limits to be aware of too (but they don’t really interrupt your recording). This post tells you what the limits are and also addresses another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Nikon D7500 …

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Does the Nikon D850 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Nikon D850 has a recording limit based on time. There are also some file size limits to be aware of too. This post tells you what the limits are and also addresses another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Nikon D850 Record Before Stopping? The Nikon D850 will …

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Does the Canon EOS M200 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Canon EOS M200 has a recording limit based on time. This post tells you what this is and also addresses another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Canon EOS M200 Record Before Stopping? The Canon EOS M200 will stop recording when the recording time limit is reached, but …

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Does the Panasonic HC-V180 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Panasonic HC-V180 has a recording limit based on time. This post tells you what this is and also addresses another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Panasonic HC-V180 Record Before Stopping? The maximum continuously recordable time on the Panasonic HC-V180 is about 6 hours. When the recording reaches …

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Does the Nikon Z 50 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Nikon Z 50 has a recording limit based on time. There are also some file size limits to be aware of too. This post tells you what the limits are and also addresses another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Nikon Z 50 Record Before Stopping? The Nikon …

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Does the Nikon Z 7II Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Nikon Z 7II has a recording limit based on time. There are also some file size limits to be aware of too. This post tells you what the limits are and also addresses another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Nikon Z 7II Record Before Stopping? The Nikon …

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Does the Nikon Z 6II Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Nikon Z 6II has a recording limit based on time. There are also some file size limits to be aware of too. This post tells you what the limits are and also addresses another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Nikon Z 6II Record Before Stopping? The Nikon …

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Does the Panasonic HC-V770 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Panasonic HC-V770 has a recording limit based on time. This post tells you what this is and also addresses another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Panasonic HC-V770 Record Before Stopping? The maximum continuously recordable time on the Panasonic HC-V770 is about 6 hours. When the recording reaches …

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Does the Canon XA11 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Canon XA11 has a recording limit based on time and the format of the recording. How Long Does The Canon XA11 Record Before Stopping? The recording limit on the Canon XA11 is different depending on whether you are using slow/fast motion or standard speed recording formats. Since this depends on playback time, the …

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Does the Canon EOS R Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Canon EOS R has a recording limit based on time. This post tells you what this is and also addresses another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Canon EOS R Record Before Stopping? The Canon EOS R will stop recording when the recording time limit is reached, but …

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Does the Panasonic Lumix G95 Have a Recording Time Limit?

No, the Panasonic Lumix G95 (DC-G95) does not have a recording limit, but you may end up with files being separated depending on file size. This article will explain this and also describe another unexpected way your camera could turn off… How Long Does The Panasonic Lumix G95 Record Before Stopping? The Panasonic Lumix G95 will stop …

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Does the Canon VIXIA HF G50 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Canon VIXIA HF G50 has a recording limit based on time. This post tells you what this is and also addresses another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Canon VIXIA HF G50 Record Before Stopping? The recording limit on the Canon VIXIA HF G50 is different depending on …

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Does the Panasonic Lumix S5 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Panasonic Lumix S5 (DC-S5) does have recording limits and this depends on what resolution and format you are using. You may also end up with files being separated depending on file size. This article will explain this and also describe another unexpected way your camera could turn off. How Long Does The Panasonic …

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Does the Canon EOS Rebel SL3 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Canon EOS Rebel SL3 (also known as the Canon EOS 250D & the Canon EOS 200D II) has a recording limit based on time. This post tells you what this is and also addresses another unexpected way the camera might turn off… How Long Does The Canon Rebel SL3 Record Before Stopping? The …

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Does the Canon Rebel T8i Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Canon EOS Rebel T8i (also known as the Canon EOS 850D) has a recording limit based on time. We discuss this in this post and address another unexpected way the camera might turn off … How Long Does The Canon Rebel T8i Record Before Stopping? The Canon Rebel T8i will stop recording when …

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Does the Canon EOS M50 Mark II Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Canon EOS M50 Mark II has recording limits mainly based on frame rates. 💡 Here’s a quick summary of the recording limits on Canon EOS M50 Mark II: How Long Does The Canon EOS M50 Mark II Record Before Stopping? The Canon EOS M50 Mark II will stop recording when the file size …

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Does the Canon EOS M50 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Canon EOS M50 has a recording limit based on time and file size. We discuss both in this post and address another unexpected way the camera might turn off or stop recording… How Long Does The Canon EOS M50 Record Before Stopping? The Canon EOS M50 will stop recording when the file size …

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Does the Canon Rebel T7 Have a Recording Time Limit?

Yes, the Canon EOS Rebel T7 (also known as the Canon EOS 2000D and the Canon EOS 1500D) has a recording limit based on time and file size. We discuss both in this post and address another unexpected way the camera might turn off or stop recording… How Long Does The Canon Rebel T7 Record …

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How To Use The Nikon D750 As A HDMI Webcam

There are two methods of using the Nikon D750 as a webcam for live streaming… This post shows you the method which achieves the best quality using your Nikon D750. It requires the use of a ‘Clean HDMI’ output and a capture card… Don’t worry, we’ll tell you how to do it easily. To summarise, …

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How To Use The Nikon D750 As A USB Webcam

If you’re wondering “Can I use the Nikon D750 as a USB webcam?” then the answer is YES! You can use your Nikon D750 as a webcam using a USB cable whether you want high quality video calls or live streams.  All you need is: The correct USB cable The correct software  A compatible webcam …

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How To Use The Panasonic Lumix GH5 For Live Streaming

There are two methods of using the Panasonic LUMIX GH5 (DC-GH5) as a webcam to live stream… This post shows you how to get the best webcam quality using your Panasonic Lumix GH5. It requires the use of a ‘Clean HDMI’ output and a capture card… Don’t worry, we’ll tell you how to do it …

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How To Use The Panasonic HC-V180 For Live Streaming

You can use your Panasonic HC-V180 (also known as the Panasonic HC-V180K) as a webcam to live stream, but it’s not as easy as just downloading one piece of software.  This method lets you use your Panasonic HC-V180 camcorder as a HDMI webcam to live stream with a clean HDMI output. To summarise, the set-up …

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Can I Use The Panasonic Lumix G9 As A Webcam?

There are two methods to using the Panasonic LUMIX G9 (DC-G9) as a webcam to live stream… This post shows you how to get the best webcam quality using your Panasonic Lumix G9. It requires the use of a ‘Clean HDMI’ output and a capture card… Don’t worry, we’ll tell you how to do it …

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How To Use The Panasonic HC-V770 For Live Streaming 

You can use your Panasonic HC-V770 as a webcam to live stream, but it’s not as easy as just downloading one piece of software.  This method lets you use your Panasonic HC-V770 camcorder as a HDMI webcam to live stream with a clean HDMI output. To summarise, the set-up we recommend is as follows: Connect …

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