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Choosing The Right Photography Equipment

by Ward Torres

Q What if your equipment fails at our ceremony? A We always carry back-up equipment! Our equipment is top-quality and well-maintained, but it is mechanical, and everything mechanical will fail at some point. Therefore, we have a redundant system if my camera or lights fail during the ceremony, you probably wont even know. Note: although extremely rare, equipment failures do occur. Whether you choose me or another photographer, ask if they carry professional backup equipment!First, we need to think clearly about what it means to be a good photographer. This entails having the artistic sense to understand and create good compositions, the equipment to capture the image, and the know-how to control the equipment properly.

What about security issues with the seller? These should be worked out prior to the appointment time. If possible, the photographer will avoid portraits, electronic equipment, etc.; however, any personal items or valuables that can be removed should be, before the photographer arrives.Mostly it depends on the type of services you would like to receive.

How does the quality of digital compare to film? It compares very well. The quality of a great film generated photograph depends on the same principles as a great photograph generated by digital capture. The skill of the photographer in artistry, the mastery of lighting and equipment, and a reliable lab are all paramount issues regardless of the source of image capture. In the case of digital, the photographer needs a high degree of computer mastery and considerable skill in the photo software industry standard, Adobe Photoshop.I use natural light and flash. The choice depends entirely on what type of headshot you want. The weather can also be a factor. I wouldn’t recommend being too concerned about technical questions.

How is an X-ray performed? The Radiologic Technologist (RT) will escort you to a dressing room where you will be given an examination gown if necessary and instructed to remove specific articles of your clothing that may interfere with the radiograph to ensure that the radiograph is free of artifacts, e.g. material from your clothing, snaps, buttons, clips, etc. You will lie, sit or be positioned on an x-ray table.The Radiologic Technologist (RT) will escort you to a dressing room where you will be given an examination gown if necessary and instructed to remove specific articles of your clothing that may interfere with the radiograph to ensure that the radiograph is free of artifacts, e.g.

How better should we plan for the photography? Mostly it depends on the type of services you would like to receive. If you are planning for pure photojournalistic approach without formal portraits then there is not much you should worry about. The only thing is to provide as much information as possible about the schedule of the event (with all small details), so the photographer would know where and when better to be in order to take the greatest picture of certain parts of the day.When people see me walking around an event with my equipment they often ask me if I’m a professional photographer. this point in time photography is still a hobby (a very serious hobby.) I have a day job that takes most of my time. I’m willing to move up to the big leagues, I’ve just got to take that million dollar picture.

What happens if a camera or other equipment breaks down at my wedding? Each of our photographers has at least 2 of every piece of equipment with him at the wedding. If something breaks, the “on-call” photographer is called upon. He is equipped with a cell phone, a case filled with additional equipment, and a schedule for each wedding for that weekend. In case of an equipment malfunction, the “on-call” photographer will bring out the necessary equipment.No, we are a full-service company. We provide the equipment, the photographer and the technical knowledge to get your virtual tours and still shots online.

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