David B. Brooks

Digital Help
Digital Help
Q&A For Digital Photography
David B. Brooks  |  Nov 01, 1999  |  0 comments

This column will attempt to
provide solutions to problems readers may have in getting into and using
digital cameras, scanning, and using digital photographic images with
a computer and different kinds of software. All questions sent to me will...

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The Polaroid SprintScan 4000
David B. Brooks  |  Sep 01, 1999  |  0 comments

This new Polaroid Sprint-Scan 4000 is the first 35mm consumer model offered to the individual user that goes beyond 2700-2800dpi resolution. It is an all new model, not just a resolution upgrade to previous SprintScan models, and it also offers a very...

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New Epson Stylus Photo 1200
David B. Brooks  |  Sep 01, 1999  |  0 comments

A complete, ideal digital darkroom includes three basic elements: input from a scanner or digital camera, a personal computer with image-editing software, and output in the form of a photo-realistic printer. From my perspective the output is "the...

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Digital Help
Digital Help
Q&A For Digital Photography
David B. Brooks  |  Sep 01, 1999  |  0 comments

This column will attempt
to provide solutions to problems readers may have in getting into and
using digital cameras, scanning, and using digital photographic images
with a computer and different kinds of software. Allq...

Continue Reading >
Epson Stylus Photo 750 Ink Jet Printer
David B. Brooks  |  Aug 01, 1999  |  0 comments

Epson has consistently led the way in popularity among photo-realistic ink jet printers, and is staying ahead with this new model Stylus Photo 750. The shape is the same as the original Stylus Photo, but now it's in charcoal and black. Under the...

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Epson Expression 800 Scanner
David B. Brooks  |  Aug 01, 1999  |  0 comments

Epson seems to have an uncanny sense for putting together product specifications that make their offerings ideal choices for the digital darkroom. The Epson Expression 800 is a prime example. Its combination of reasonably high optical resolution...

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Digital Help
Digital Help
Q&A For Digital Photography
David B. Brooks  |  Aug 01, 1999  |  0 comments

This column will attempt
to provide solutions to problems readers may have in getting into and
using digital cameras, scanning, and using digital photographic images
with a computer and different kinds of software. Allq...

Continue Reading >
Vivid Details Test Strip 2.0 Photoshop Plug-In
David B. Brooks  |  Jul 01, 1999  |  0 comments

If you have ever used a darkroom to make photographic prints it is likely you have also used a test strip to determine the ideal exposure to make your final exposure. That method, of making a sequence of increasing overlapped exposures on a strip of...

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Imacon FlexTight Precision Scanner
David B. Brooks  |  Jul 01, 1999  |  0 comments

There is a very real difference still between professional scans and what the individual user can achieve even with the latest and best personal scanners. To a large extent this professional level of scanning remains the realm of drum scanners and their...

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Hewlett-Packard PhotoSmart S-20 Scanner
David B. Brooks  |  Jul 01, 1999  |  0 comments

When it was first introduced the Hewlett-Packard Photo-Smart scanner was an unprecedented bargain for the photo enthusiast. It was capable of scanning prints up to 5x7" as well as film, and it was a compact, convenient to use design. Now after...

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