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Ft. Worth, TexasJune 22-25, 2003
Frank Jaramillo, Jr.
Registration Associate
Texas Feed & Fertilizer Control Service
Effective Documentary Samples Using Digital
Photography
Topics of Discussion
• Purpose and use of documentary samples
• Benefits of digital photography as a sampling tool
• Camera specifications for field use
• Recording the best image possible
• General considerations
Purpose and Use of Documentary Samples
• Provide inspection sample when a physical sample is not available
• Physical sample may be too expensive
• Not enough product to sample
• Establish non-compliance with licensing and registration
• Document situation
Benefits of Digital Photography For Sampling
• Documentary samples do not have to be bought
• Label intact when physically sampled
• Photos of adulterated/misbranded
• Photos can be transmitted immediately
• Easy to use cameras
Document Situation
Document Situation
$22/Qt Retail Sample
Label Remains Intact
Adulterated/Misbranded
Adulterated
Adulterated
Digital “Film”
• Pixel – picture element
• Pixel can only record 1 color (RGB)
• More pixels capture more information
• Resolution is the number of pixels per linear inch
• Higher pixels and resolution provides better photos
Camera Specifications for Field Use
• At least 3 mega pixels– Makes decent 8”x10” prints
• Quality brand– Sony, Nikon, Canon, Olympus
• Zoom lens• Long battery life (> 2 hours)
– Li-ion or Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH)– NiCd batteries lose charge capacity
Camera Specifications for Field Use
• Storage media– High capacity (≥64MB)– Removable– Fast write capacity (no floppies)
• File format TIFF or JPEG• Interfaces with USB port• Automatic with programmed modes• On-camera Flash
Camera Specifications for Wish List
• Manual settings
• Record voice notes per picture
• Record 30s of audio and video
• Removable lens
• Removable flash
• Wireless transmission of photo to computer or printer
Recording the BestImage Possible
• RTFM-read the fascinating manual
• Practice with the camera
• Stabilize camera
• Take the photo under natural lighting
• Use flash in poor lighting
• Keep camera parallel to subject
Recording the BestImage Possible
• Fill the frame/view screen
• Take several pictures– Complete container– Focus on label sections
• Guarantee Analysis• Ingredient Statement• Informational Panels
Good PhotoFills frame, parallel & light
Good PhotoClose-up
Good PhotoFills frame, parallel & light
Good PhotoMultiple Photos
General Hints
• Use programmed settings
• Use good lighting
• Watch backgrounds– Dark subject/bright background– White subject/dark background
General Hints
• Polarizing filter reduces glare
• Early morning and late afternoon best for pictures of facilities
• Use tripod
Common Camera Icons
Small Label Photography
• Use the “macro” setting
• Get closer– Do not zoom in– Use widest lens setting
• Create the largest file possible
• Try not to use flash
• Watch for your shadow
Good Lighting
Flash didn’t re-charge?
Reflective Surfaceflatten out
Cover with something opaque
One photo to transmit
Product Shipping Documentation
Shipping Information
Use as copier
Display and Product Label
Considerations
• Lighting may not be optimal
• Check photos on laptop
• Use fresh batteries for flash/recording
• Lag time between photo setup and shot
• Uses up hard drive space
• Transmission time for via phone
Considerations
• Invest in backup equipment
• Protect equipment
• Do not compress files for transmission
• Use quality photo editor– Photoshop– Corel Graphics Suite 11
• Firm may not permit cameras in facility
Summary
• Get a good camera
• Practice using your camera
• Take the time to set-up the shot
• Take plenty of pictures
• Review photo on laptop
Training Session
• Breakout into teams
• Practice on a large product container
• Practice on a small container
• Think about what is important for documentation
THANK YOU
Mariachi and Ladies