Nikon D3100: A Beginner's Camera With Advance Features

Is your current point and shoot camera boring you already? Or maybe, digital photography has caught your attention and you want to give it a try. If that is the case, then, it is really inevitable for you to switch in using a DSLR camera.

Why, the reason is DSLR cameras offer a fast response time as compared to regular point and shoot cameras. Moreover, DSLR cameras have a wider viewing angle upon use of special lenses. Then, you can also alter the settings on the shutter speed, the viewing angle, the contrast and a lot more. Ease in focusing is also an advantage with DSLR cameras. Then, with the advancement of technology, the list of the advantages of using a DSLR camera continues to grow.

Indeed DSLRs are quite pricy as compared to the normal compact cameras. However, if you are just a beginner on the field of photography, you can opt for an entry-level DSLR camera. There are plenty of them, which are available for you. As compared to those high-end DSLRs, which professional photographers usually buy, entry-level DSLRs are affordable. Moreover, they are easier to use for beginners like you.

So, which one is the best one to buy? Different photographers will actually prefer one camera with another. However, most of them will agree that the Nikon D3100 is a good catch. Why? Here are a few reasons why you should also consider in buying this camera.

 

First, the Nikon D3100 is equipped with a 14 Megapixel sensor. For that reason, you will see that the details are finer as compared to other entry-level and midrange DSLRs. In addition to that, there is also Live View in D3100 which is typically not offered on entry level DSLRs. With the use of Live View, you can now capture photos while using only the LCD screen on the body of the camera. This provides ease in taking photos. Moreover, face detection and subject tracking is now possible on D3100.

Then, recording movies or video clip is also possible on D3100 and you are not just recording any videos because with D3100, HD movies maybe recorded. It boosts 720p and 1080p as well as autofocus while filming. So, you won’t really miss your compact camera as most functions are present on D3100 while having a camera that is more powerful.

Another thing why D3100 is gaining the attention of many buyers is that it is very user friendly. There is a GUIDE mode that can teach the user on how to use the camera as well as how to optimize the settings. So, if you want to learn something on focusing, adjusting the shutter speed or you want to achieve a certain result, the GUIDE mode can be of great help. So, it is indeed best for beginners.

 

However, the D3100 also has its own shortcomings. The screen size is still on an average scale as well as there is no motor to drive older lenses. In addition to that, continuous auto focusing in movies is not that impressive. Moreover, the price is a bit higher as compared to other brands. But, if those are really not an issue for you, then the Nikon D3100 is indeed a great catch for every beginner in digital photography.

The Wearable Walkman Player

Working out is really not easy most especially for those couch loving people. However, most people find that music plays an important role in order to boost the morale and stamina of those people who wish to work out. For that reason, many are looking for ways on how to tag along their favorite music player on their exercise routine.

In that sense, there have been many innovations that have been implemented. There are wristbands and armbands of various designs that have been used as the carrier of different digital music player. There are also some that can be used as a necklace. The problem is that the wires are really annoying and those can be a big destruction not to say it is not safety-friendly.

Due to that, many people have utilized the Bluetooth technology in order to transmit sound on Bluetooth compatible headsets. Unfortunately, that technique consumes lots of battery wherein there are times that it is no more enough battery life to finish one workout routine.

Thankfully, Sony has been the savior of most athletes who loves music. With its latest design of Walkman, digital players can now be wearable. The good thing is that the new Sony Digital Music Player is water resistant and it has a long battery life which is perfect not only for athletes but also for those who loves music.

 

Not only that, this new Walkman Player comes with the ZAPPIN^TM technology which makes it easier to search for music while on the go. How is it done? Well, with a press of a button, the chorus of the next track will be played until you have found the track that you like. Another press of the button will enable the player to start playing the music from the beginning. Now, who needs those fancy LCD?

Subsequently, if you feel that you are running out of time for your workout, a quick charge is all you need. Just plug it for three minutes and then, your Walkman can last for upto three hours already. This is really perfect to finish one workout session and it is handy when you woke up late in the morning.

Transferring files to this new gadget is very easy as well due to the drag and drop feature of the machine. Moreover, it supports the popular MP3 format, WMA, AAC-LC and Linear PCM audio formats which enable you to transfer most files without converting them first. Moreover, the 2GB capacity is just perfect to contain most of the songs you like to hear as you work out.

 

So, if you are fed up of always being tangled with wires as you workout or you are always worried that your player will be wet. If you are tired of looking after where you are going to place your digital player, then it is time to wear it directly on your head as you use the new Walkman Player from Sony. Therefore, this is definitely one of the latest gadgets that you must have!

Top 5 Gadgets For The Halloween

 

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Halloween is on its way already. Are you prepared by now? Or you are still on the hurry looking for items and gadgets that can help you to turn your beautiful house into a spooky one just for the event? If you are still undecided on what theme you will go for this year, or what you should do for the Halloween, then here are the top five gadgets that can help you to make this year’s Halloween celebration a big success.

1. Halloween Light Projector With Sound. Make your Halloween celebration really scary with this gadget. It can add drama into your house and at the same time, it can definitely make the surrounding really spooky. Imagine that there are skeletons and ghosts being projected at your house. The best part is that there are sounds that come along with the show. It is easy to use so you really don’t have to bother yourself too much on the set-up.
2. Pumpkin Carving Kit –Who says that you need to spend so much for pumpkin decors? In order to have lots of savings, you really need to have this carving kit. With this gadget, you and your family can have a good time setting up decors and making pumpkins for the Halloween. Plus, you can still use this one the following year!
3. Halloween Door Knocker – Hate answering the doorbell? Then try to use this one and try to scare the kids away your house with this door knocker. It is really scary as you can choose between a one eye or a two eye Dracula skull.
4. Pumpkin Porch Light Cover – Scare away more people with this one – a light cover for your porch. It is decorated by a scary pumpkin. So, at night time, kids may think that there is a real pumpkin floating on your porch. And, don’t worry as this fits on most porch lights.
5. Cookie Cutter – Planning on giving away candies this coming Halloween? Try to make cookies instead. That is cheaper and you have the power to choose healthier ingredients that are good for all. Moreover, you can also decorate those cookies with this cookie cutter. There are different designs for the cookie cutter that kids will really love such as pumpkins, ghosts, stars and a lot more.

Now that you have all the things that you need, gather your family members and make the decoration, renovation and the preparation as this is a good family bonding time especially with the latest gadgets you must have.

Nokia N8, The New Cameraphone King

Nokia, one of the market leaders in mobile phones, has recently made a huge step forward as it announced its latest flagship – the Nokia N8. Though delays have resulted for the Finnish company to push out their launching date, still a lot of Nokia avid fans are on the wait for this latest gadget from Nokia. Nevertheless, the big question is “Is the wait worth it?”

For an avid fan, of course the answer would be yes. But for any other guy or gal who wants to have a new gadget this coming holiday season, then looking the specifications in more detail is the best measure to find out if the wait is really worth it.

 

At first glance, you will see there is almost nothing that has changed aside from the design of the form factor. But looking deeper, Nokia has made a major overhaul on this device. Indeed that it’s offering the same old 3.5 inches of touch screen display. However, the new N8 is already using AMOLED which offers a new experience in viewing images and videos. What’s more? N8 has a scratch resistant glass display to ensure that the phone will be protected against any harm.

Again, the N8 offers the usual connectivity that can be found on other mobile phones like the GPRS, EDGE, Wi-Fi for 802.11 b/g./n standards, Bluetooth, speakerphone, 3.5 mm audio jack and a secondary video camera for video calling. But what makes this phone so amazing is that it also offers connectivity to compatible wide screen TV through HDMI. Thus, you can view videos recorded by the phone into a 720p resolution. There is also a USB on the go, which will enable you to transfer files from PC, latops or even other mobile phones.

If you think that Nokia has stopped already in offering enticing features, then you are wrong, as you will drool to have the N8 when you heard this one. Nokia is very generous to present 12MP in their camera. That’s 4000x3000 pixels complete with the Carl Zeiss optics, Xenon flash and autofocus which can help you to take pictures on a sunny day or even at night, a true cameraphone king indeed. You can also record high definition videos that support 720p at 25 frames per second. If you have the talent or the passion for photography and directing your own videos, then this phone will help you to pursue your dreams.

As side offers, N8 supports many media files. Thus, you can play music and watch movies with it. There’s also an FM receiver and FM transmitter in the N8. Moreover there’s also a built in document viewer that even supports PDF. Lastly, which you will definitely love, N8 has a built-in GPS receiver with a free lifetime support for voice guided navigation whether you are traveling on foot or by car. This is definitely one of the sweetest things Nokia has ever offered.

However, we must admit that the is no perfect phone. You can’t have all in one phone. Just like the N8, it doesn’t come with the more advance OS from Android. There is no free office document editor and the battery is not the best in class. But considering what Nokia is giving away with the phone, it is definitely one of the latest gadgets that you must have.

Reading Books While On The Go With Kindle

Books are certainly very important for all of us. Even though there is already an internet, books still contain materials that are really at par. For that reason, a lot of people are still reading books whether as reference materials, educational purposes or even just for reading fictional content.

The problem with bringing books is that it is too heavy. In addition to that, books are bulky which add difficulties in carrying it from one place to another. Moreover, it is really a big problem if you are going to carry several books at a time.

But what if you could possibly bring all those copies of books you want wherever you go; would that be pleasing to you? I certainly bet it will draw smiles into your face. Wondering how is that possible? The answer is really very simple. All you need is to have a Kindle from Amazon.

Kindle is one of the greatest gadgets to have nowadays especially if you love reading books. This is because with this gadget, you can have as much as 3,500 books. Exciting it?  The best part is its light-weight as it only weighs 8.7 ounces. It’s like having your very own personal library within your reach.

 

Plus, because Kindle is associated with Amazon, you have access to over 1.8 million free ebooks that are out-of-copyright already. Moreover, you have the privilege to read the first chapter of the book before buying one at a very low price. And how do you connect

With Amazon? Fortunately, this little baby has a build-in WiFi which enables you to connect to any wireless access point on the area. If you happen to have no WiFi access, you can rely on 3G which is available on some models. The best part is that Amazon will pay for the Kindle’s 3G connectivity. A really sweet deal isn’t it?

So who says that you can’t read books while on the go? The Amazon Kindle will prove you that is wrong especially because its battery can last for a month without recharging. Of course, using the 3G and the WiFi is another story. But, with its great battery life and readability under direct sunlight, then the Amazon Kindle is really one of the must have gadgets of the season.