I'm new here

[Kilma]

Just bought a Canon 500D, and so far, I think it's freaking awesome!!

I have only ever used point and shoot type stuff before and never paid any attention to , so it's a fair step up for me.

Just wondering what sort of stuff I should be reading up on and learning to start off with. I've already been told to look into the shutter speed and aperature.

Also chasing something that can make the photos smaller as a bulk editor type thing, as these pics aren't exactly email or upload friendly as they come out of the camera. Id there such a program? Currently I'm doing them 1 by 1 in MS Paint. :lol:

Cheers
Damon

[[Jacek]]

For quick and easy resizing, google an application called powertoys resizer

It basically adds a right-click function to windows that lets to resize any amount of images you want, very simply

[Alt_F4]

If you have photoshop, try using 'actions' to batch edit.

[Brockas]

If you're using vista or windows 7, VSO image resizer works a treat. Can also add borders, text etc.

You can obtain a "backup" copy of Adobe Photoshop CS4 here:
http://www.mininova.org/tor/2963231

Then read this:
http://www.mininova.org/tor/3068174

and you're pretty much set.


If you create an "action" in photoshop, you can simply press the play button and it will resize and add watermarks to anything you like, and the quality is a shitload better than VSO or powertoys.

Just remember to save image for web or devices.

[Kilma]

I'll be moving onto Windows 7 soon. Currently on XP though.

Cheers for that. I'll grab them and have a look though.

[kurbn]

I also got a 500D recently with a 17-85.. brilliant camera hey!

Go onto youtube and type in DLSR TIPS and watch the videos on night photography and waterfalls ect... they are a great watch

[YOUR MATE]

I tried watching vids and reading books and found the best way to learn was to get out there and try using all the modes. Take 100 pics of the same thing using all diff settings and then see what differences each adjustment made.
One thing tho, if you intend on shooting anything at night get a good quality tripod. I've gone thru 3 cheapy $50 spec ones and they have all failed. Got a Manfrotto now and it's great, well worth the extra coin.

As for the image resizing, you'll notice a huge jump in quality resizing with PS.

[mitchy]

I tried watching vids and reading books and found the best way to learn was to get out there and try using all the modes. Take 100 pics of the same thing using all diff settings and then see what differences each adjustment made.
One thing tho, if you intend on shooting anything at night get a good quality tripod. I've gone thru 3 cheapy $50 spec ones and they have all failed. Got a Manfrotto now and it's great, well worth the extra coin.

As for the image resizing, you'll notice a huge jump in quality resizing with PS.

that's what i did.. taken about 700 photos in the week or so i've had my 450D, and surprised myself as some photo's turned out different to how i thought they would after reading about what the settings do.

[vrocious]

anybody got a good link for a cs4 backup? above link no longer valid and can only find private sources

[PSI 304]

+1 would be keen to grab one

[SEXUAL TYRANNOSAURUS]

isohunt.com

[evil.e30]

for learning shit, youtubes good
also found cannon website had alot of cool easy to understand shit
http://www1.canon.com.au/worldOfEos/learn/home/default.aspx