This is a video tutorial showing you how to use Capture NX2 to change the gray background of a product photo to pure white. Ideally a good lighting setup and proper exposure should be able to get you the result you want. However in cases the lighting or exposure isn’t perfect, it is relatively easy to fix the gray background so the product stands out of a pure white background. This type of product photo gives a clean modern look. They are quite popular these days.
A few quick tips on how to get good product photos:
Use a light tent or large softbox or umbrella close to the subject to get the wrap around lighting for reduced shadow or shadow-less images. Another options is to use bounce panels placed around the setup.
Light the background independently of the main subject for better control of the exposure. This allows you to get pure white background while getting proper exposure on the product.
The large white background can fool the camera’s light meter. Use manual camera and flash exposure settings to ensure consistent result. Use a flash light meter if you have one, or use exposure bracketing.
If possible, shoot tethered so you can inspect the image in details on a computer monitor instead of the tiny LCD on the back of the camera.
Canon EOS 5D Mark II is the first full frame DSLR camera that can shot videos. The first video-capable DSLR (but with APS-C sized sensor) is the Nikon D90. There are already tons of samples on the Internet to show you the video capability of these cameras. Here are just some Canon EOS 5D Mark II videos that are unique with the contents and the way they are shot - with Nikon lenses! Read More…
This is a video captured with Nikon D90 and a 10.5mm fisheye lens (AF DX Fisheye-NIKKOR 10.5mm f/2.8G ED). The strong distortion creates an interesting perspective for this video.
2008 is a very special year for Nikon with the 75th anniversary of NIKKOR camera lenses and 60th anniversary of Nikon cameras. For its entire history, Nikon has been leading the imaging technology front with many legendary cameras, lenses, and innovative features. This special 6-minute video outlines the remarkable Nikon history. Read More…
Moose Peterson of moosepeterson.com has a few videos of Nikon Capture NX2 at the D3 media center section of his site showing you how to effectively use some cool features of Capture NX2 and the quick and easy way of removing color casts. Enjoy!
Nikon has posted sample video excerpts from its upcoming Creative Lighting System DVD, titled “A Hands-on Guide to Creative Lighting”. According to Nikon press release, the DVD will be available starting November 1, 2008, and can be obtained online at the Nikon Mall (www.nikonmall.com) or at authorized Nikon dealers for an estimated selling price of $39.95.
This is a nice Youtube video tutorial showing some tips and tricks of professional photo retouching using Adobe Photoshop. You will find tips on how to fix oily/shiny skins, change eye sizes, remove skin blemishes, change hair colors, etc.
