Tips And Tricks; Other Notes - Sony Mavica MVC-FD81 Getting Started

TIPS & TRICKS
IMAGE SIZE:
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The smaller the image, the less disk space required and the more images
one can get on a disk.
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Large images should only be taken when needed for professional
publishing.
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Screen size comparison (average screen): 640x480 – 1.5" border around
image. 1024x768 – 1.5" border OFF the screen.
RESOLUTION:
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Resolution is the number of dots per inch. (Similar to a picture in the
newspaper.)
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Fine resolution takes up dome disk space, thus less images on a disk.
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Fine resolution should only be used for professional publishing. Standard
is more than adequate for viewing on screen.
FLASH:
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Flash is only good for object about 3-20 feet away.
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When taking images of distant objects at events such as a night game,
manually turn off the flash. Leaving the flash on will light the subject, but
rather someone's head in front of you.
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When taking pictures of extremely close objects, turn off the flash and try
to use a secondary light source. The flash will more than likely white out
the subject.
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If you are trying to take a picture of a dark object in a bright environment,
manually turn ON the flash. An example would be a pet in a box outside
on a sunny day.
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When taking pictures through or toward glass and mirrors, turn the flash
off. If the subject is too dark to see, find a means to avoid glass surfaces,
otherwise your subject will be washed out my the reflection of light.
DISKS:
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Take plenty of disks with you. Even though one disk can hold a lot of
images, you may find that you desire to take special images or movies,
which can quickly eat of space. Better safe than sorry.
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LABEL DISKS: Make sure to label your disk with subject matter that you
have taken. Also, include you name and means of returning the disk, in
case you leave it somewhere.
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BACKUP: Floppy disks are not made to take a lot of abuse or store long
term data. It is recommended to back-up images to a more permanent
source if you would cry if the image was lost.

OTHER NOTES: