AboutScott Valentine Expertise Most anything about digital post processing (Photoshop, etc), effects, and image restoration, some technical information about digital imaging systems, light and electron microscopy, optical physics and image analysis. I can help with shooting basics, lighting setups, and getting the most out of your digital camera. I am also an 'expert' here for Photoshop (Computers/Technology > Software > Graphics Software > Photoshop).
Experience I've been an image analyst and advanced amateur photographer for over 6 years. I run an Adobe user group, focusing on digital media, and have lectured on digital image capture systems. Currently, I am an administrator for a rather large instructional Photoshop forum
Organizations Adobe User Groups, National Association of Photoshop Professionals, Advanced Imaging Specialists
Education/Credentials Bachelor of Physics, University of California, San Diego
Awards and Honors Winner: Best in Show and several category first place awards - Imaging Professionals of the Southwest Print Competition (multiple years)
Expert: Scott Valentine Date: 4/17/2007 Subject: Downloading photos
Question We have an Olympus D-550 camera that takes and downloads perfect pictures to both of our Gateways using Microsoft Camera Wizard. However when I take pictures of my model boats that have small lines such as a waterline the downloaded images show the lines as jagged or broken lines. The images in the camera look OK. I've tried max and min pixels with no improvement. I have very basic computer knowledge so a long involved technical answer will do me no good. Is there something basic I can try?
Thanks
Answer Hi Ed,
It seems you may have run into a resolution problem with your camera. If the features you are trying to shoot are too similar in size to the pixels, the camera has to 'invent' the details the best it can. This can be especially pronounced in long thin details, as you have found.
If possible, try shooting the boats closer, or tilt the camera at a slight angle so you cross the pixels diagonally. But, keep in mind that if you rotate the camera a little, you will have to straighten and then crop the image in your software so you don't have odd borders. That means you will have to shoot from just a little further back so you don't lose pieces of the subject when you crop. And that may mean you lose some of the detail again.
Kind of a catch-22, I know, but it's best to give both approaches a try. Without seeing the actual pictures, I would not be able to offer any photo editing advice. If you'd like to follow up or ask a private question and include a link, I'll try my best to find another option for you.
