Just got a Lumix FZ47

[Wag]

Parents got me a Lumix FZ47 for my birthday. Must say, for <$200 I'm impressed by the thing, in fact I'm overwhelmed. I see there are a lot of places to start for amateur digital photogs, but can someone list like 1 or 2 really good places to learn the basics? Thx.

 

[twistedlogic]

http://improvephotography.com/1305/101-portrait-photography-tips-to-improve-your-photography/

http://mansurovs.com/photography-tips-for-beginners

 

[CuriousMike]

If they got a new FZ47 for < $200, they got a helluva deal.
So did you.

I like twistedlogics first link; emphasis on thinking about how you're taking the photo (composition) and thinking about light.

Have fun, and when you take a photo you think is really good, post it up.

 

[fralexandr]

http://www.anandtech.com/show/1548
anandtech's guide to a better photo 😀

 

[Wag]

If they got a new FZ47 for < $200, they got a helluva deal.
So did you.

I like twistedlogics first link; emphasis on thinking about how you're taking the photo (composition) and thinking about light.

Have fun, and when you take a photo you think is really good, post it up.

Will do. And yes, Newegg has been selling the FZ47 earlier this week for $185 w/coupon. I especially like the fact it does full HD video (albeit 1080i). I'm hoping someone hacks it so it can do 1080p like its big brother the FZ150.