Photography Tips | Behind The Lens Maui

October 10th, 2008

The New Canon 5d

I thought some of you might be interested in learning about the new release of the Canon 5D.

5D. Wedding and portrait photographers will be all over this new version of a their trusted camera. Below are the key features.

Key features / improvements

21 megapixel CMOS sensor (very similar to the sensor in the EOS-1Ds Mark III)
Sensor dust reduction by vibration of filter
ISO 100 - 6400 calibrated range, ISO 50 - 25600 expansion (1Ds Mark III & 5D max ISO 3200)
Auto ISO (100 - 3200) in all modes except manual
3.9 frames per second continuous shooting
DIGIC 4 processor, new menus / interface as per the EOS 50D
Image processing features:
- Highlight tone priority
- Auto lighting optimizer (4 levels)
- High ISO noise reduction (4 levels)
- Lens peripheral illumination correction (vignetting correction)
RAW and SRAW1 (10 MP) / SRAW2 (5 MP)
RAW / JPEG selection made separately
Permanent display of ISO on both top plate and viewfinder displays
AF microadjustment (up to 20 lenses individually)
Three custom modes on command dial, Creative Auto mode
Image copyright metadata support
98% coverage viewfinder (0.71x magnification)
3.0″ 920,000 dot LCD monitor with ‘Clear View’ cover / coatings, 170° viewing angle
Automatic LCD brightness adjustment (ambient light sensor)
Live view with three mode auto-focus (including face detection)
No mirror-flip for exposures in Live View if contrast detect AF selected
Movie recording in live view (1080p H.264 up to 12 minutes, VGA H.264 up to 24 mins per clip)
Two mode silent shooting (in live view)
New jump options in play mode
HDMI and standard composite (AV) video out
Full audio support: built-in mic and speaker, mic-in socket, audio-out over AV (although not HDMI)
IrPort (supports IR remote shutter release using optional RC1 / RC5 controllers)
UDMA CompactFlash support
New 1800 mAh battery with improved battery information / logging
New optional WFT-E4 WiFi / LAN / USB vertical grip
Water resistance: 10 mm rain in 3 minutes

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October 8th, 2008

Family Photos Maui- Behind The Lens Maui

808. 205-2366

Family Portrait Package

Each family has different expectations when it comes to photography. So, rather than limiting you to choose a preset package, we charge an image creation fee. We then edit the images in Photoshop and provide you with a cd to take home.

$275. 1½-hour photo shoot on location
Images to be professionally edited with Photoshop Editing for your presentation
DVD of all images taken
DVD of final edited photos set to music in a slide show presentation
20% off Family Portrait Package for locals

-Tax and $6.00 Shipping will be added to your total.

-Shipping of your final package will be within 3-5 days from your shoot.

-Up to two locations for your shoot as long as the locations are within 5 miles. If over 5 miles, a $50 charge will be added.

- Hana Shoots- Please add $120.00 to the total

-A $100 non- refundable deposit is require to secure your date. You may change your date without any other charges up to 72 hours before your shoot as long as there is availability without any charge. Your deposit will be deducted from your total fee.

- Final payment is due the day of the shoot.

Accepted Payment Method: Visa / Master Card or Cash (Only)

-Extra DVD’s are $10 each

- Shipping to multiple parties will result in additional shipping charges.

Children Portraits Package

High-end digital photography of your children. No minimum age. Bring your child’s favorite play things to customize the session around your child’s unique personality.

$225. 1 hour photo shoot on location
Images to be professionally edited with Photoshop Editing for your presentation
DVD of all images taken
DVD of final edited photos set to music in a slide show presentation
$25. for each additional child
20% off Children Portraits Package for locals

October 7th, 2008

Each year, Keiki Kokua holds two social gatherings. In August, we host our Pizza Party
on the Beach. It is a time for Maui County families to get together for a fun-filled afternoon.
Families enjoy free pizza, Caesar salad, games and prizes. There is face painting and a magic
show for the kids. Our second event, the Teen Christmas Party, has become a tradition with
Keiki Kokua. All youth ages 12 and up are invited to enjoy delicious food, entertainment,
crafts, scrap booking, and much more during this delightful holiday celebration. Every year I volunteer my photography Services for this cause holds a special place in my heart. Children are very special people and we need to help and support them.