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I have been reading quiet a few articles relating to Real Estate Photography and the equipment required. Sure there may be times when multiple strobes or other special equipment is needed but for 99 percent of jobs you simply need the following 4 items:

Digital SLR

Although you can use a top end camera costing many thousands, we have found from our experience the ability for the camera to capture a high dynamic range is what's most important. This is where a lower resolution camera can sometimes work better because the photosites on the sensor are a little larger, enabling them to capture more light. The reason we require a high dynamic range is because taking internal shots inside a building typically provides lighting problems when the light coming through the windows and the internal lighting vary so greatly.

The camera I am currently using is a Nikon D40 6MP DSLR, this camera is providing our post processors with a lot less work than some of the more expensive units being used by the other photographers in our team. This is because most of the time I can get away with a single exposure capturing detail inside the room (with strobe) and outside through the windows. Usually 2 separate exposures are required, one for the internal exposure and one to expose the light coming through the windows. These two images are then combined in post processing to achieve the result.

Wide angle lens

A good wide angle lens makes the biggest difference between the agents own amateur photos and our professional shots. Yes they do make the room appear bigger than it actually is but it is important to capture the widest view to show as much of the room as possible.

The Nikkor 12-24mm is the lens I use, it is a little more expensive than some of the others available but most photographers will argue that the lens is where you should spend your money.

Strobe

We need a fairly powerful strobe to balance the internal exposure as much as possible with the light coming through the windows, especially on a sunny day when light is coming directly into the room. The strobe I use is a Nikon SB-800, the SB-600 would probably also be suitable but has a little less power. The strobe is used in TTL mode with the D40 and provides very good results. It needs to be angled to the roof so the lighting is reflected rather than aimed directly on the subject. I also use the little slide up plastic reflector to reflect a little more light forward.

Tripod

The tripod is hugely important as most internal shots are exposed at speeds you could not hand hold and it also allows for multiple exposures which can be later combined in post processing if the light between internal and window light can't be balanced. A tripod with bubble levels is a great help in getting the camera square and keeping the walls straight in the frame. I use a Manfrotto 028B tripod which can extend up to around 7ft.

So, I'm sure there will be those that will have different opinions but I have been using this combination since December 2006 when the Nikon D40 first appeared and have had nothing but praise for the results obtained.

Paul Young - Real Estate Photographer
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Buy Rebel Xsi : Good Camera Good Price

When to Buy Rebel XSi

I am a pro shooter who got this camera to use for fun and trips were I would be mad if I damaged my high end $$$ body.(like skiing) Any way I love the camera so far. I have not had the problems that I have read about with the auto focus or image quality. You however can not take this camera out of the box and get the best pictures it can take. they will be ok but you need to take the time and set up your camera. READ the book if you dont know what your doing. I got the kit camera with the 18-55 IS lens and it is ok. The camera takes much better pictures with my 35-350 72mm L lens on it, as will any camera, spend your money on the glass not the body.

If you want a good camera for the price this is the one for you. If you have older EOS cameras your old lenses will work with the new camera. I also use my 430EZ flash that is from my A2 EOS film camera, it is way over powering in the auto mode (as it is not a E-TTL flash only a TTL) but it works if you manual set it, for inside i use 1/16 or 1/32 (up to 10-15 feet works great) out side i set it to full power and i can light up a subject 100 feet away! (it is great for that)

If you have used a EOS before this works about the same. even from my old film EOS to this one, the basic-mid advance functions are the same.

BEWARE were you but from online. do not buy from a company who dose not have a good reviews (reviews not rating, and read the bad ones too). Personally i will not buy from 17st photo out of NY, to many nightmare stories . i try to buy from amazon directly and will do a lot of review reading if my item is supplied by anyone other than them. Spend a few extra $$ to make sure you can send it back it their are any problems. you will get what you pay for.

Buy Rebel XSi - Great SLR For Price

This camera is a great digital SLR for the price.

Coming from regular point and shoot Canons and Sony around 7MP, this camera blows them away in image quality and is just as easy to use as the point and shoots.

Make sure to invest in quality UV or other quality lens protection depending on your intended use for the camera.

Also, getting the higher zoom lens is a must-have with this camera, although most of your pictures will be taken in the 18-55 range with the lens that comes with the camera.

Only thing that could improve on this camera would be to be able to see the picture on the LCD before shooting(like a point and shoot), but I suppose that defeats the whole digital SLR camera's history and function.

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TTL Sync Cord for Flash Bracket?

I'm getting ready to purchase a flash bracket for my Canon Digital Rebel XT. I was wondering if I have to purchase the TTL Sync Cord to go with it. Thanks!

Yes.

Without the sync cord the camera and flash will be unable to "communicate" with each other.

Congratulations on deciding to get a flash bracket. You'll be ever so glad you did. Plus it looks kinda cool too - very pro like.

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