I have a very old 380EX which gives top class results with my 600D. It may not have all the bells and whistles of later models, but I guess if you could pick one of these up cheaply in second hand stores or even eBay it would be more than worth it.

Sorry Hangman, the Earth is not moving relative to the moon. The moon is moving relative to the Earth. It actually passes through it own circumference every eight minutes on average on its way around the Earth

Have used ProShow Producer for years. Have also several Style Packs. Never yet had a negative comment from a customer all of whom are stunned by the results. You can burn to any medium and upload to uTube or email. Photodex, the makers also give fantastic support

I agree with the above. However when the bulb in a projector fails, it can be an expensive item to replace, although to be fair, they usually last for up to 2000 hours, even longer if not abused.

The old fashioned Western Light Meter did this automatically. I found mine recently when looking for something else and happened to notice how well it did this very thing even 46 years later

I think the test here is not just 'can the person using the system find the photos' but can anyone else who has never seen the system find the pictures as well' For instance it not matter what library I go to I can always find the book category I need. I doubt that could be said for many archiving systems being alluded to here

I think the test here is not just 'can the person using the system find the photos' but can anyone else who has never seen the system find the pictures as well' For instance it focus not matter what library I go to I can always find the book category I need. I doubt that could be said for many archiving systems being alluded to here

Despite the fact that I like to organise my own files, I suggest you have a look as Picasa 3 it is free and brilliant at finding pictures anywhere on your computer, even those you have misfiled or forgotten you had. This free programme has achieved rave reviews and I think it lives up to them all.

Go for Elelments 11 every time as a start point. Do not consider CS6, even if you can afford it. I have used Photoshop for years and done a University course on it (in which I completed all the assignments and exams and actually passed the course) and it still beats me on many occasions.

In his excellent book on this camera 'From Snapshots to Great Shots, Jeff Revell recommends the 18-200mm EF-S IS lens. Whilst technical reports will find a few problems with it, I agree it is a very flexible lens and works great with this camera in most situations.

I live half my life in Africa and game viewing, etc. is a regular pursuit. In Kenya, unlike Botswana for instance, it is likely that you will be restricted to traveling on permitted roadways in Kenya, unless you a fortunate enough to get into a private reservation and unlike South Africa they do not seem to be at all prevalent in Kenya. Although the animals can be seen in the distance, departure from permitted routes can lead to massive fines and drivers are reluctant to take the risk of a heavy fine just for you to get close ups of these animals. Of the two lenses you mention the 70 to 300 is the obvious choice. Due to the restrictions it will therefore be at the longer distances you are likely to get shots of animals looking towards you. In any case, as you do get closer and think you are just about to get a good shot, many animals seem to recognise this as well and turn away from you and you'll end up with more arse shots than anything else. Also take a bean bag to support the camera on any vehicle you are in. This is the best form of camera support, but still relies on others in the vehicle keeping still. If you are fortunate enough to be able to walk, always do so with the wind coming from behind you to warn animals of your approach. The last thing you want to do is come across dangerous animals without them knowing you are there. Despite common belief, Water Buffaloes are the most dangerous animals, they will often charge you without hesitation and under no circumstances cut off a Hippo returning to its pool. Also try and capture the wonderful yellow light of African dawns. The sunsets are amazing, but the dawns can be far better. Have fun, you will really have a great time and experiences you will never forget

I agree Esther, I do the same and this gives me a system that is far more flexible and one that is meaningful to me and easy to search

Only the other day I shot over 800 pics in one go without a chance of getting within miles of a computer, so there can be valid reasons for not downloading before this number is reached. Even if I had two cards I would have lost valuable shots whilst changing over. I recently bought a Platinum 64GB Class 10 SDXC Memory Card from Amazon, as the reviews where very good and certainly so far this card has been excellent.

Many years ago I used the equivalent of bulb with a Mamiya twin lens reflex camera to take shots of the floodlit ruins of Fountains Abbey in Yorkshire. There were several people walking around the ruins who I did not want in the shot. I set the camera up on a sturdy tripod with rocks hanging off it for greater stability. Using the largest f stop, well in excess of f22 if I recall, and the slowest possible film to eliminate grain, I opened the shutter. I then wandered about in the shot asking people, who were clearly confused, to keep moving so they did not appear on my shot. They obliged and after about 10 minutes I closed the shutter. When I developed the negatives there was no sign whatsoever of any of the people who had been 'in shot,'including myself even though I spent several minutes walking about within the shot area.

Remember using equivalent of bulb setting on a Mamiya twin lens reflex camera many years ago to photograph a floodlit monastery ruins. I recall an f22 aperture with very slow monochrome film and an exposure of at least ten minutes. There were people visiting the ruins and I recall wandering about 'in shot' asking them to keep moving so they did not appear in my picture. They all looked confused but obliged and there was not the slightest indication of me or them on the negative. There was however a very ghostly and erie image high under an arch on one if the shots that no one has ever been able to fully explain