If you ahve problems with your pictures being blurry try this low-cost solution.

What you need.

• 1/4 inch diameter coarse threaded bolt
• String that won't stretch
• a large washer

Measure out an amount of string that goes from your foot to your nose and cut the string. Now tie one end of the string through the large washer and one end around the bottom of your bolt. Thread the bolt into the bottom of your camera and step on the washer. Test to see how it works. Adjust the height if you need to.

This set-up is easy to carry in any camera case and lets you quickly take shots of kids sports and family events without much hassle. This works with hand-held video cameras too!

1. Get one of those white 35mm film canisters.
2. Take the top off
3. Cut an approximately 1 inch strip out of it going from top to bottom
4. Place over your flash

A cheap way to get a better portrait flash

If you are taking a picture of a person and you have a pop up flash try putting your hand in front of the flash. The red color from your hand can offer a very nice accent to the skin tones of your subject. Be warned this takes some practice to get right.