I love your guides, they have helped me improve my photography and use of my Canon 450D. I've just bought the G12 as a lighter weight camera to travel with, will you be doing any guides for this camera? Thank you for sharing all your expertise. Best wishes, Wendy
@mosaicwendy Thanks so much for the wonderful feedback. I do plan on making the video set for the Canon G12, but that will be for my new site, which is in development.
My shutter speed in prgram mode never increases more than 1/60. This can only be achieved with large ISO like 800 and keeping the flash on. If I disable flash, the shutter speed is decreased to 0.5" or more. If I increase the ISO to lower value such us 80 or 200, the shutter speed decreases like 1" or more which is completely opposite to what your video describes. In your video it says if I decreases the ISO it will increase my shutter speed which is very opposite in my case. Please help
@kurakanier Hi. The difference between my case and yours is that in mine there is a lot more light. You're in a very low light situation and therefore the shutter speed is at 0.5" and 1". By using the flash, either with the flash set to auto or forced on, the shutter speed will default to 1/60 because the camera assumes the flash will provide all the necessary light. To increase the speed of the shutter, you should increase the sensitivity of the ISO. I hope that helps.
Your explanations are very clear and concise. The rate you give them is perfect. Your canon g10 videos have been a great help for me. Now I am able to finally understand digital cameras and especially my g10 much better, so I can get past the auto settings and on to more creative shots. Thanks so much for your patient and careful work. Well done!
your horrible at describing, RAW is one of the single handed best functions to the G10. The reason its a high end compact camera is because of the mode and because of the sensor size and resolution. maybe you should recommend to people that they will get more use out of a more basic point and shoot instead of buying an expensive camera when there just going to go all auto.
@TapengaGurl Hi, I'm sorry you feel I'm horrible at describing the advantages of RAW. I did mention that users who wanted to know more about it should visit my site. All my guides, including this one, are designed for beginners. Even though the G10 is considered an advanced point and shoot camera, many beginners buy it too. In order to keep things simple, I don't get into every function and menu item, including RAW. Anyone how is comfortable using RAW probably doesn't need to see my guides.
@tonicandchocolate Hi, Check the mode dial. RAW is only available in certain modes, for example, you won't see it if you're using the Auto mode, but you will see it if you're using the Program (P) Mode. I hope that helps. Thanks for the comment.
Yes, the G10 does have a My Menu. Check out the G10 section on my site and go to the buttons page for an interactive guide to all buttons and menu items.
@punchmau you don't need any of the software that comes bundled with the camera. I prefer using 3rd party apps to work with the images anyhow. For example, the camera comes with a nice tool for stitching panorama images called Photo Stitch, but there are lots of 3rd party stitching apps out there that do just as good a job. As for simply downloading the pictures, you don't need anything your computer doesn't already have. Just plug the camera in and it should be recognized.
I made some photos (JPG) with Canon G10. I put it in my computer and tried to send one of them per e.mail to a friend without succes. Seem to be to much information. What can I Do? How can I reduce the information to send it per e.mail. Wiht other cameras I never had this problem. Before I had a Canon with 4 megapixel.
Hi, The problem is most likely the file size. A 4 megapixel jpeg is 2MB, not great for email, but it will go through. A 14 MP jpeg is another story. There are so many programs for reducing resolution so you can email the picture, just remember to always keep a copy of the original high res. PC users can download Picasa from Google for free, that makes it pretty easy. MAC users can just use iPhoto, there too just select the picture and choose the email sharing option. I hope that helps:)
You cannot trim pictures captured in the S, XS, W, or RAW formats. meaning the only pictures that can be trimmed are high res Jpegs with a 4:3 aspect ratio. Also, if the picture was taken with a different camera, then the card was transferred to the G10, you may be able to see the pics, but you can't trim them. Trimming can be done in any application on the computer, so I wouldn't worry too much about that. As for close up pics, check out the video I have on macro shots and try that.
Slinky: I just got my camera and I don't understand why I'm able to trim some pictures and others it tells me "cannot modify image"..... also, I need advice on how to take pictures that are zoomed very very close so I can even see the hair on the skin. Oh, one more thing.. if I have a group picture, I'm able to magnify and display a small portion of the it but how can I save it?? Please SOS
Slinky: I just got my camera and I don't understand why I'm able to trim some pictures and others it tells me "cannot modify image"..... also, I need advice on how to take pictures that are zoomed very very close so I can even see the hair on the skin. Oh, one more thing.. if I have a group picture, I'm able to magnify and display a small portion of the it but how can I save it?? Please SOS
I would recommend using a microfiber lens cloth and lens solution. you can find these at any photo or eye/sunglass store. Lenses have delicate coatings on them similar to eye glasses and, therefore, one should not use a shirt and his breath. Spray a little lens solution (not too much) on the cloth, turn the camera on to open the lens, and gently rub the lens in a circular motion.
Thanks for the training videos. I brought my G10 one week ago and with all your information I am learning to use it like a pro! This weekend will be my first one out using the camera and putting to use my new found information.
Thanks for the feedback. I'm glad you found my tutorials helpful. Let me know if you have any issued when shooting this weekend. You may also want to check out my channel; there's a link to my site with much more information.
very cool guide. like it a lot. i have had one of these for a while now and i really appreciate this.
dirtyweasel 7 months ago
I love your guides, they have helped me improve my photography and use of my Canon 450D. I've just bought the G12 as a lighter weight camera to travel with, will you be doing any guides for this camera? Thank you for sharing all your expertise. Best wishes, Wendy
mosaicwendy 1 year ago
@mosaicwendy Thanks so much for the wonderful feedback. I do plan on making the video set for the Canon G12, but that will be for my new site, which is in development.
lbguides 1 year ago
@lbguides Good luck with the new site, will you be posting a link or something I can find you on?
Many thanks
Wendy
mosaicwendy 11 months ago
@mosaicwendy absolutely. As soon as it's up, I'll link to it on my channel:)
lbguides 11 months ago
My shutter speed in prgram mode never increases more than 1/60. This can only be achieved with large ISO like 800 and keeping the flash on. If I disable flash, the shutter speed is decreased to 0.5" or more. If I increase the ISO to lower value such us 80 or 200, the shutter speed decreases like 1" or more which is completely opposite to what your video describes. In your video it says if I decreases the ISO it will increase my shutter speed which is very opposite in my case. Please help
kurakanier 1 year ago
@kurakanier Hi. The difference between my case and yours is that in mine there is a lot more light. You're in a very low light situation and therefore the shutter speed is at 0.5" and 1". By using the flash, either with the flash set to auto or forced on, the shutter speed will default to 1/60 because the camera assumes the flash will provide all the necessary light. To increase the speed of the shutter, you should increase the sensitivity of the ISO. I hope that helps.
lbguides 1 year ago
very helpful. thanks for your time and effort.
paxamericanafilms 1 year ago
Your explanations are very clear and concise. The rate you give them is perfect. Your canon g10 videos have been a great help for me. Now I am able to finally understand digital cameras and especially my g10 much better, so I can get past the auto settings and on to more creative shots. Thanks so much for your patient and careful work. Well done!
seacoastlife 1 year ago
Thank you so much for these videos!
beabea71 1 year ago
your horrible at describing, RAW is one of the single handed best functions to the G10. The reason its a high end compact camera is because of the mode and because of the sensor size and resolution. maybe you should recommend to people that they will get more use out of a more basic point and shoot instead of buying an expensive camera when there just going to go all auto.
TapengaGurl 1 year ago
@TapengaGurl Hi, I'm sorry you feel I'm horrible at describing the advantages of RAW. I did mention that users who wanted to know more about it should visit my site. All my guides, including this one, are designed for beginners. Even though the G10 is considered an advanced point and shoot camera, many beginners buy it too. In order to keep things simple, I don't get into every function and menu item, including RAW. Anyone how is comfortable using RAW probably doesn't need to see my guides.
lbguides 1 year ago
@TapengaGurl The video doesn't recommend the G10, it's simply an informational video on it's functions. Loved it, very helpful!
TheMissycat22 1 year ago
I can't see the RAW mode in my camera. Do you know why?
tonicandchocolate 1 year ago
@tonicandchocolate Hi, Check the mode dial. RAW is only available in certain modes, for example, you won't see it if you're using the Auto mode, but you will see it if you're using the Program (P) Mode. I hope that helps. Thanks for the comment.
lbguides 1 year ago
Oh!. Thank you for this video it's great!!!!!!
punchmau 1 year ago
Thanks.
The best tutorials among all I had surfed.
I had my G10 last Nov. 2008 and its only now Dec. 2009, that I've learned its settings well.
Rene
renecabrera1 2 years ago
thanks ;)
seaweed167 2 years ago
thank you for this video it helped me :)
lookather99 2 years ago
does the g10 have a My Menu option, like on the dslr camera's?
roger767 2 years ago
Yes, the G10 does have a My Menu. Check out the G10 section on my site and go to the buttons page for an interactive guide to all buttons and menu items.
lbguides 2 years ago
@lbguides Do I really need the software? If so, Why? I got the camera but didn't include the software. Thank you.
punchmau 1 year ago
@punchmau you don't need any of the software that comes bundled with the camera. I prefer using 3rd party apps to work with the images anyhow. For example, the camera comes with a nice tool for stitching panorama images called Photo Stitch, but there are lots of 3rd party stitching apps out there that do just as good a job. As for simply downloading the pictures, you don't need anything your computer doesn't already have. Just plug the camera in and it should be recognized.
lbguides 1 year ago
Wow, besides placing good videos, your aswers are quick. Thank you for your time and videos. Good luck!!!
punchmau 1 year ago
wow.
tramtrotter 2 years ago
I made some photos (JPG) with Canon G10. I put it in my computer and tried to send one of them per e.mail to a friend without succes. Seem to be to much information. What can I Do? How can I reduce the information to send it per e.mail. Wiht other cameras I never had this problem. Before I had a Canon with 4 megapixel.
mariocomeq1961 2 years ago
Hi, The problem is most likely the file size. A 4 megapixel jpeg is 2MB, not great for email, but it will go through. A 14 MP jpeg is another story. There are so many programs for reducing resolution so you can email the picture, just remember to always keep a copy of the original high res. PC users can download Picasa from Google for free, that makes it pretty easy. MAC users can just use iPhoto, there too just select the picture and choose the email sharing option. I hope that helps:)
lbguides 2 years ago
You ROCK!!!
otterboxiphone 2 years ago
I just got my camera and I don't understand why I'm able to trim some pictures and others it tells me "cannot modify image".....
caritoarias64 2 years ago
You cannot trim pictures captured in the S, XS, W, or RAW formats. meaning the only pictures that can be trimmed are high res Jpegs with a 4:3 aspect ratio. Also, if the picture was taken with a different camera, then the card was transferred to the G10, you may be able to see the pics, but you can't trim them. Trimming can be done in any application on the computer, so I wouldn't worry too much about that. As for close up pics, check out the video I have on macro shots and try that.
lbguides 2 years ago
Slinky: I just got my camera and I don't understand why I'm able to trim some pictures and others it tells me "cannot modify image"..... also, I need advice on how to take pictures that are zoomed very very close so I can even see the hair on the skin. Oh, one more thing.. if I have a group picture, I'm able to magnify and display a small portion of the it but how can I save it?? Please SOS
caritoarias64 2 years ago
Slinky: I just got my camera and I don't understand why I'm able to trim some pictures and others it tells me "cannot modify image"..... also, I need advice on how to take pictures that are zoomed very very close so I can even see the hair on the skin. Oh, one more thing.. if I have a group picture, I'm able to magnify and display a small portion of the it but how can I save it?? Please SOS
caritoarias64 2 years ago
thank you for the guides, they're really helpful. i just got mine 3days ago. do you have any pdf format for the guides? or i just missed them?
tenshithegeisha 2 years ago
glad you like the guides, sorry though, I don't have anything in PDF.
lbguides 2 years ago
Thank you!!!!!!!
Greetings from Italy
giannog 2 years ago
How do you suggest cleaning the lens of the G10 or any camera for that matter?
cnstarget 2 years ago
I would recommend using a microfiber lens cloth and lens solution. you can find these at any photo or eye/sunglass store. Lenses have delicate coatings on them similar to eye glasses and, therefore, one should not use a shirt and his breath. Spray a little lens solution (not too much) on the cloth, turn the camera on to open the lens, and gently rub the lens in a circular motion.
Hope that helps.
LBGuides
lbguides 2 years ago
Thanks for the training videos. I brought my G10 one week ago and with all your information I am learning to use it like a pro! This weekend will be my first one out using the camera and putting to use my new found information.
Hope to see a new show soon!!
cnstarget 2 years ago
Thanks for the feedback. I'm glad you found my tutorials helpful. Let me know if you have any issued when shooting this weekend. You may also want to check out my channel; there's a link to my site with much more information.
Happy Shooting
lbguides 2 years ago
Uau! I just bought a G10 and this will make me leap so fast as user! Thanks.
How many videos have you posted on the G10? I count 24 so far and placed them all on my favourites.
Thanks again
tpontes12 2 years ago
Thanks for the feedback. I appreciate the encouragement. I have 37 videos for the G10. You can go to my channel to view the playlist.
lbguides 2 years ago
Well, I just did!
Great tips & insights!
Thank you so much!
Greetings from Portugal
tpontes12 2 years ago
Great advice! Thanks for sharing.
chogg 2 years ago
very helpful, thanks.
thatguyalx 2 years ago