The Imaging Resource: Getting Started


Getting started:

"What is a pixel?" "How do I buy my first digicam?" "I want to e-mail my pictures, but it's taking forever!" "What if I want to scan my old photographs?" "What kind of printer is best for digital photos?" The Editors of Imaging Resource understand the challenges of getting started in digital photography. That's why we've brought together the best articles from the Imaging Resource website, industry experts, and IR readers, to create this exciting new home page! Getting Started links you to detailed information on just about any topic -- digital cameras, software, printers, batteries, resolution, scanners -- all you have to do is scroll through our Index. Still have questions? Have an article to contribute? E-mail us with your ideas!

Guest Authors on Going Digital:
Choosing a Camera: Training the Inner Child, By Barbara Coultry

Digital Cameras:
Fun in the Sun, By Shawn Barnett We look at seven waterproof digitial cameras for your next outdoor adventure.	Getting the Camera to Talk to Your Computer!, By Gerald M. Payne How to troubleshooting PC serial port camera connection problems.
Good photos or no photos?, By Dave Etchells The REAL value of underwater/rugged cameras.	Breaking in Your New Camera, By Mike Pasini Important tips on what to do with your digicam when you first bring it home!
Tough/Waterproof Cameras: Care, Feeding, and Exposure, By Dave Etchells Tips for getting the most from your underwater/tough camera.	The Complete Digicam Kit, By Mike Pasini Mike plays "undercover consumer" and reveals the secret to buying a digicam, plus a complete list of essential equipment.
Five reasons you need a digital SLR, By Shawn Barnett What's the benefit of an SLR? The answers are simple, but not obvious if you haven't owned an SLR before.	First Questions! By Mike Pasini Answers to frequently asked questions from new digicam owners.
SLR vs All-in-one: Which way to go?, By Shawn Barnett With the price of digital SLRs finally within reach, should you stick with the All-in-one digicam or move up to an SLR?	How Many Pixels? By Dave Etchells A reasoned approach to digicam specification.
Dave's Definitive Guide to Buying a Digicam, By Dave Etchells How to Size Up a Digital Camera in 10 Minutes or Less.	The IR Driver Project Phase I! By Mike Pasini How to get current driver software for your digital camera.
In Search of the Ultimate Digital Camera, By Dave Etchells A review of common features of digital cameras and some examples of problems to watch for in digital camera images.	For More Information on Using a Digital Camera, Click Here
The Imaging Resource Test Suite, By Dave Etchells More than you probably wanted to know about testing digital cameras.	For More Information on Caring For a Digital Camera, Click Here
Making a (Features) List, By Mike Pasini A list of the most important features to look for in a digicam, scanner, or printer.

Digital Printers:
A Guide to Digital Printers, By Kim Brady What to look for when you go shopping for a desktop printer.	Pixels, Dots, and Inches: How Big Can I Print It, by Dave Etchells How to determine the correct file size to print a photograph.
Making a (Features) List, By Mike Pasini A list of the most important features to look for in a digicam, scanner, or printer.	For More Information on Printers and Printing, Click Here

Desktop Scanners:
Buying a Desktop Scanner, By Kim Brady	Pixels, Dots, and Inches: How Big Can I Print It, by Dave Etchells How to determine the correct file size to print a photograph.
Making a (Features) List, By Mike Pasini A list of the most important features to look for in a digicam, scanner, or printer.	For More Information on Scanning, Click Here

Accessories:
Gift Ideas, By Mike Pasini Turn your digital imaging resources into unique gifts for friends and family.	Getting a Charge Out of Your Batteries, By Mike Pasini How to prevent premature death in digicam batteries.