레이블이 ST550인 게시물을 표시합니다. 모든 게시물 표시
레이블이 ST550인 게시물을 표시합니다. 모든 게시물 표시

2011년 2월 18일 금요일

Sino Story 7: Nanjing, Xuan Wu Lake

Samsung Electronics has provided the author of this article with the mentioned digital imaging device.
Just around the corner from Nanjing’s bustling Hunan Road is one of Nanjing’s most beautiful natural attractions the Xuan Wu Lake (Chinese: 玄武湖 Xuan Wu Hu). This large lake divides Nanjing’s Gulu district from the Nanjing Train Station, and also sits at the foot of Mt. Zhongshan. Although the has changed names many times throughout history, it was finally dubbed “Xuan Wu” due to legend of the black dragon that is said to live in the bottom of the lake.
©2010 John F Rash
ST550(TL225) │ 1/500s │ f/4.9 │ ISO 80 │ 4.9mm

©2010 John F Rash

ST550(TL225) │ 1/180s │ f/9.1 │ ISO 80 │ 4.9mm

©2010 John F Rash

ST550(TL225) │ 1/750s │ f/4.7 │ ISO 80 │ 8.3mm

©2010 John F Rash

ST550(TL225) │ 1/350s │ f/5.9 │ ISO 80 │ 22.5mm

©2010 John F Rash
ST550(TL225) │ 1/500s │ f/5.4 │ ISO 80 │ 18.3mm
Xuan Wu Lake features a lovely park and public space near the front gate (Xuan Wu Men), the Ji Ming Temple, a walking section of the Nanjing Wall, and five islands situated in the middle of the lake. Xuan Wu Lake is a must see tourist location in Jiang Su Province, but also serves as a particularly lovely recreation point for Nanjing locals.
©2010 John F Rash
ST550(TL225) │ 1/250s │ f/3.5 │ ISO 80 │ 4.9mm

©2010 John F Rash

ST550(TL225) │ 1/125s │ f/5.9 │ ISO 80 │ 22.5mm

©2010 John F Rash
ST550(TL225) │ 1/100s │ f/4.7 │ ISO 100 │ 8.3mm
©2010 John F Rash
ST550(TL225) │ 1/180s │ f/11.0 │ ISO 80 │ 13.7mm


©2010 John F Rash
ST550(TL225) │ 1/180s │ f/3.5 │ ISO 80 │ 4.9mm

John Rash / 叶摄
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2010년 5월 10일 월요일

Sino-Story #4: Window Garden

I come from a small city in America that offers homes with large lawns and personal gardening space. Large cities don’t usually provide such luxuries, yet it doesn’t mean urban-dwellers are excluded from the pleasures of home gardening. Indeed, the challenge of raising your own flowers and vegetables with limited space and conditions can be part of the fun of this sort of D.I.Y. project.


©2010 John F Rash
 
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©2010 John F Rash

 
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©2010 John F Rash

 
[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/125sㅣf3.5 ㅣISO 80ㅣ4.9mm]



The first step is to decide what you would like to grow. I bought some dry beans and fresh peas at the local super market, with a plan to sprout and plant them in my own window garden. I prefer growing vegetables, because I like eating the fruits of my labor. Legumes are particularly easy to grow, as you can sprout them in your home with nothing more than water and paper towels. I also made a plan to keep yogurt containers for a few weeks before starting, so that I would have some small vessels for planting once the project began.


©2010 John F Rash
 
[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/20sㅣf3.5 ㅣISO 200ㅣ4.9mm]



©2010 John F Rash

 
[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/20sㅣf3.5 ㅣISO 200ㅣ4.9mm]



©2010 John F Rash

 
[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/45sㅣf3.5 ㅣISO 160ㅣ4.9mm]



©2010 John F Rash

 
[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/15sㅣf3.5 ㅣISO 400ㅣ4.9mm]



©2010 John F Rash

 
[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/30sㅣf3.5 ㅣISO 200ㅣ4.9mm]



©2010 John F Rash

 
[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/350sㅣf3.5 ㅣISO 80ㅣ4.9mm]



I kept the legumes wrapped in paper towels for a week, occasionally replenishing the water in the towels so as to create a moist environment for my new sprouts. Once things had started to grow, I purchased a small bag of soil (the only money spent on this project), and planted the sprouts into used yogurt containers filled with fresh soil. Finally, placing the containers in my window, it was only one week later that green sprouts began to poke their heads out of the dirt looking for warm sunlight.


©2010 John F Rash
 
[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/250sㅣf3.5 ㅣISO 80ㅣ4.9mm]



©2010 John F Rash

 
[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/250sㅣf4.7 ㅣISO 80ㅣ4.7mm]



©2010 John F Rash

 
[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/350sㅣf3.5 ㅣISO 80ㅣ4.9mm]



Come summer I should have plenty of fresh peas and beans growing just outside my kitchen window, as well as adding some beautiful green color to my view. The amount of work is very minimal, and knowing you can grow something yourself is a very satisfying feeling. I will update this post later in the year with some photos of the mature plants and perhaps some of the meals I prepare using my home-grown legumes!


©2010 John F Rash
 
[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/250sㅣf3.5 ㅣISO 80ㅣ4.9mm]




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Serbia and National Park Tara

Samsung Digital Imaging has provided the author of this article with the mentioned digital imaging device.
Hi guys,
here is little reportage from my country Serbia and National Park Tara
I’ve spent here amazing weekend and so much of good sleep that I usually miss in the vrowded city.

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Samsung ST550(TL225) / shutter speed: 1/54 / lens aperture: F4.7 / ISO:160/ Flash: NO
So, let me introduce you with part of my country…
Tara Mountain, part of the Outer Dinaric Alps, is located in western Serbia and stands at 1,000-1,500 meters above sea level. The mountain’s slopes are clad in dense forests with numerous high-altitude clearings and meadows, steep cliffs, deep ravines carved by the nearby Drina River and many karst, or limestone caves. The mountain is a popular tourist center. Tara’s national park encompasses a large part of the mountain.

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Samsung ST550(TL225) / shutter speed: 1/45 / lens aperture: F3.5 / ISO:100 /
Flash: NO

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Samsung ST550(TL225) / shutter speed: 1/45 / lens aperture: F3.5 / ISO:120 / Flash: NO
The national park consists of a group of mountain peaks with deep picturesque gorges between them. The most striking of these gorges is the Drina Gorge, with its sheer drops from 1000-250 meters and extensive views of western Serbia and nearby Bosnia.

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Samsung ST550(TL225) / shutter speed: 1/118 / lens aperture: F3.5 / ISO:80 /
Flash: NO

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Samsung ST550(TL225) / shutter speed: 1/118 / lens aperture: F3.5 / ISO:80 /
Flash: NO

Forests account for three quarters of this national park’s area, some of them being the best preserved and well-kept in Europe. Tara also boasts a rare endemic Tertiary species, the Picea omorika, or Serbian Spruce, which is now protected in a small area of the park. Because of its rarity and scientific importance, it has been placed under national protection.

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Samsung ST550(TL225) / shutter speed: 1/45 / lens aperture: F3.5 / ISO:120 /
Flash: NO /
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Samsung ST550(TL225) / shutter speed: 1/35 / lens aperture: F4.7 / ISO:200 /
Flash: NO

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Samsung ST550(TL225) / shutter speed: 1/54 / lens aperture: F4.7 / ISO:100 /

Flash: NOAll photos, above, may not otherwise be reproduced, distributed, cropped, re sized, or otherwise altered without the written permission of the contributor. All photos represent the sole opinion of their individual authors and contributors and don’t express the opinion of Samsung Digital Imaging Co., Ltd., Samsungimaging.net or the opinion of any affiliates unless specifically marked as such.
All photos, above, have been shot with the Samsung ST550(TL225), which has been provided by Samsung Digital Imaging Co., Ltd.

2010년 4월 18일 일요일

China Food: The Life of a Vegetarian in China

The food in China is one of the main tourist attractions, and key components to understanding Chinese culture.

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[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/15sㅣf3.5 ㅣISO 240ㅣ4.9mm]



Eating in China you are likely encounter many new dishes and flavors you never imagined, especially if your idea is based upon Chinese cuisine from America or other western countries. Beijing vegetarian/vegan for nearly 15 years, I have become quite accustomed in navigating my way around menus and restaurants in America.

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[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/2sㅣf4.1 ㅣISO 400ㅣ6.5mm]



Yet, eating in a foreign country is one of the splendid treasures of travel, but can also be a treacherous adventure. Since coming to China for professional outings last year, I learned quickly how important sharing a meal with others can be in Chinese culture.

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[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/60sㅣf4.7 ㅣISO 3200ㅣ8.3mm]



In China relationships are born across the dinner plate, and those who break bread together may continue forward as life long friends, colleagues, or business partners.

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[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/6sㅣf4.1 ㅣISO 400ㅣ6.5mm]



Not partaking in the meal is certainly awkward in most countries, however it can be perceived as down right criminal in China. The Chinese diet is hardly deficient of all-vegetable or mostly-vegetable options.

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[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/15sㅣf4.1 ㅣISO 240ㅣ6.5mm]



In fact, many dishes are mostly vegetable with a small amount of meat added for flavor. I’ve found being in China offers many delicious options for vegetarians, and the lack of cheese, mayo, and dairy products in Chinese cooking makes ordering a meal even less problematic than in America.



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2010년 4월 4일 일요일

“Show Your Support” Giveaway Event!



Our giveaway event has officially started! Vote, share, support and win! It’s so easy!
This event is brought to you in part through Samsung Digital Imaging’s World Creative Imaging Competition (WCIC) which exhibits photos taken by the 120 young, talented people.
1. Event Period : From March 30th to April 11th (London Time)
2. How do I enter this contest?
a. Vote & Share!
Visit www.cr8yourworld.com. The website will show you two photos randomly. Vote for a preferred photo – 10 rounds in total – and you can share your favorited photos via Facebook, Twitter, Renren or e-mail. Or pick your favorite “Creative Moment” captured by the 120 young, talented people and share it on Facebook or your blogs.
b. Support!
Visit www.cr8yourworld.com, pick your favorite future artist and click the “show your support!” button.
3. How will the 10 winners be selected?
People who select their favorite photo and share it on Facebook or blogs are eligible to win. In addition, people who are a supporter for one of the 120 young, talented people and have already been a supporter on the microsite are also eligible to win. Winners will be selected on a random basis. Good luck!
4. Prizes
One NX10 full set, one NX10 bundle set, four ST550 cameras and four PL150 cameras! Vote, share, support and grab the fortune!


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Entrants can get a chance to obtain a prize by either voting for their favorite photos among ones randomly selected and shown on the microsite (http://www.cr8yourworld.com), sharing their favorite ones on Facebook / blogs or being a supporter for their favorite ones during the event which starts on March 30 and ends on April 11. People who have been a supporter already on the microsite are automatically eligible to win. All participation activities will be reviewed and we reserve the right to disqualify any selections that is believed to be inappropriate.
6. Winners will be announced on April 20 on our microsite or Facebook Fan page (www.facebook.com/samsungnx). It’s the responsibility of each participant to check if she / he has won.
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2010년 3월 30일 화요일

Sino-Story #2: Spring in Nanjing.

Samsung Digital Imaging has provided the author of this article with the mentioned digital imaging device.
Spring arrived in Nanjing last week. Temperatures soared to the mid 20’s (centigrade) and people began peeling away layers of clothing that had been serving as protection from harsh winter winds.
©2010 John F Rash [Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/500sㅣf4.4 ㅣISO 80ㅣ13.7mm]
Chinese buildings are usually only heated in rooms where you sleep or spend most of your day, so people are accustomed to wearing coats indoors, and drinking hot water as a means of keeping their bodies warm while working. Of course newer buildings may have central heating, but my classrooms and apartments do not. Instead wall mounted or stand alone “air conditioning” units (“kong tiao” in Chinese) are used to circulate warm air in the winter and cool air in the summer.
©2010 John F Rash [Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/125sㅣf5.4 ㅣISO 80ㅣ18.7mm]
Once the sun starts to heat the air outside the apartment buildings, trees, and railways all transform into venues for hanging freshly laundered clothing, and airing blankets and mattresses that have been indoors throughout the winter. In fact, the colors of the fabric blowing in the wind look quite festive, even if it is an ordinary part of Chinese life.
©2010 John F Rash [Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/500sㅣf3.5 ㅣISO 80ㅣ4.9mm]
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Diane Pernet's a surprising visit

Diane Pernet: Back to our habitat.

It was shiny Saturday afternoon. I could easily notice the appearance of our guest in a black dress. When Diane Pernet entered into Samsung d’light building in Seoul, full of her images on the digital wall and warm welcome messages on the floor were greeting her. Was she touched? Sure!
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[Samsung NX10 1/50sㅣf5.6 ㅣISO 320ㅣ48.0mm]

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[Samsung NX10 1/20sㅣf5.6 ㅣISO 400ㅣ55.0mm]
Samsung d’light is an exhibition space to showcase Samsung Electronics’ product lineup that guests can test and touch the Samsung’s new products such as mobile phones, computers, cameras and other devices.
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[Samsung NX10 1/60sㅣf3.5 ㅣISO 100ㅣ18.0mm]
It was actually her second visit to Samsung d’light. She seemed more comfortable and more familiar than the first time. With our staff, she looked around the space and tested new products. During the tour of Samsung d’light, she was always with her camera ST550(TL225) which was the special present from the last visit. The camera has black body with a gold line that is a perfect match for her black dress, dark sunglasses, black hair and her black veil. (to see the story of her last visit, please click here.)
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[Samsung NX10 1/500sㅣf5.0 ㅣISO 800ㅣ45.0mm]
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▲ She is testing Samsung New camera NX10
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Diane Pernet. She is a celebrated journalist and famous fashion blogger. Through her blog (http://www.dianepernet.typepad.com/), she tells her story and communicates with people from all over the world. She is also the founder of A Shaded View on Fashion film festival, a festival of short films and videos from around the world exploring themes of fashion, beauty and style.
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[Samsung NX10 1/5sㅣf5.6 ㅣISO 800ㅣ55.0mm]
After the tour of new products, she had an interview with us. Bloggers and I asked about her lovely camera ST550(TL225), and her fashion career. Diane answered every question very gently and sincerely that I was so impressed with it.

When She Cuts Her Hair…Look Out

All photos taken with Samsung ST550(TL225)
Before
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[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/60 ㅣf/3.5 ㅣISO 80ㅣ4.9mm]

Some psychologist say: “ when your woman suddenly decides that a nice shoulder length bob would flatter her more, or worse, comes home out of the blue one day with all her hair hacked off, look out”
They say that every time when woman decide to cut her hair means she is going through something very emotional, very unpleasant, and more than likely, something very much related to men.
In my case…well i really had need for something new, something fresh, some kind of “new me”. Maybe you cannot live from perfect job or see all places you’re dreaming about, or buy every peace of clothes you
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When you’re kind of “chica” like me, you can get bored quite easily, and get amused even more eaasily. With my beautiful Samsung ST550(TL225) and marvelous options for photo edition i realised that cutting hair and making “new me” was just right step to do! How i know that? Well, after month since i cut my hair i still get thrilled when i see my new look in the mirror and get inspiration to make new portraits and see how i look like in BW or Sepia or…like Cleopatra?! Lol Maybe males around you will be shocked in a first moment and look at you very strange (as you can see on this photo☺ ) but they will get used eventually. photo2
[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/45 ㅣf/3.5 ㅣISO 120ㅣ4.9mm]
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[Samsung ST550(TL225) 1/45 ㅣf/3.5 ㅣISO 200ㅣ4.9mm]
All photos, above, may not otherwise be reproduced, distributed, cropped, re sized, or otherwise altered without the written permission of the contributor. All photos represent the sole opinion of their individual authors and contributors and don’t express the opinion of Samsung Digital Imaging Co., Ltd., Samsungimaging.net or the opinion of any affiliates unless specifically marked as such.
All photos, above, have been shot with the Samsung ST550(TL225), which has been provided by Samsung Digital Imaging Co., Ltd.