Photography Thread

[spectrrr]

Soo..um..when traveling...you guys carry a tripod, small pocket pod, or nothing?

steady hands ;)



Need something for some long night shots tho... I like a gorillapod for limited space traveling. Beanbag will do surprisingly well in a pinch also, and takes up even less space (obviously less flexible, but still good).

[spectrrr]

40 or 50D with e2n battery grip makes it sorta feel like a Mk (awesome purchase for shooting more comfortably in portrait)

I used to shoot with a 20d+grip and LOVED it (used to shoot with a 1d mk2 next to it also)..... but after a couple years my wrists couldnt take the weight anymore and I went to 5D's with no grip and got used to cocking my arm upwards.... much happier now :tu

[spectrrr]

Snapped this today after I taught my undergrad class. Such a beautiful day ... I'm surprised converting it to B&W was the right move (it really was).

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4056/4296728614_3f5b96be4e_o.jpg

I *LOVE* this picture..... that's the type of picture I'd stick on my wall when decorating the house. :tu :tu :tu

[The Professor]

I *LOVE* this picture..... that's the type of picture I'd stick on my wall when decorating the house. :tu :tu :tu
Thanks for the high compliment. :D

[kenstogie]

I have a T1I also and was recently "appointed" my sister's wedding photographer. Which I really look forward to doing but my flash situation is "limited" and would like results.

The more I use the T1I the more I like it but have found that in many situations that "Auto" feature does not get the results I am looking for not only for just depth of feild but also exposure. Also the stock lenses although OK are not where I would like them to be either.

[The Professor]

I have a T1I also and was recently "appointed" my sister's wedding photographer. Which I really look forward to doing but my flash situation is "limited" and would like results.

The more I use the T1I the more I like it but have found that in many situations that "Auto" feature does not get the results I am looking for not only for just depth of feild but also exposure. Also the stock lenses although OK are not where I would like them to be either.
Boy, Ken ... don't take this the wrong way; but we've got a lot to discuss. First, quit using the green box (auto). It will rarely give you good results. Switch to manual and start experimenting. Second, what kind of glass do you have on there? More important than a flash, imho, will be some fast glass -- a fast (f/1.4 or 1.8) prime or a fast-ish (f/2.8) zoom. Churches and ministers often frown on flash photography during the ceremony. Especially if you're using the kit (which has a variable aperture, at best 3.5), you're not going to get the narrow DOF you want for some of the portraits. Third, what software are you using for post? You *need* to be shooting in RAW and using wither DPP (the Canon software) or something like Adobe Lightroom or Adobe Camera Raw to process the keepers you'll have. I find that the T1i is usable for small prints all the way up to ISO 3200 with post-processing. ISO 1600 should be okay for 5x7s and maybe 8x10s if you're crafty. ISO 800 will probably be key for big prints, though.

Go get on PotN (I provided a link above) and read read read. All that said, I'm assuming that you've never shot a wedding in a professional capacity and that you're newer to DSLR photography. If those are false assumptions, I'm sorry.

[Mugen910]

steady hands ;)



Need something for some long night shots tho... I like a gorillapod for limited space traveling. Beanbag will do surprisingly well in a pinch also, and takes up even less space (obviously less flexible, but still good).

I actually take some pics the same way I used to shoot a M16A1....steady breaths and then just fold it while I squeeze. :D a good portion of my shots are steady but a few that don't have VR on the lense are just shakey...

I saw one guy with an extension under the camera...it was like he carried around a golf ball retriever and stuck it under the camera for stability.

[The Professor]

I actually take some pics the same way I used to shoot a M16A1....steady breaths and then just fold it while I squeeze. :D a good portion of my shots are steady but a few that don't have VR on the lense are just shakey...

I saw one guy with an extension under the camera...it was like he carried around a golf ball retriever and stuck it under the camera for stability.
Are you just talking about a monopod? Those are pretty common ... especially since they're so portable and some can double as walking sticks.

[The Professor]

I haven't taken a single picture in 3 days. Damn. I need to get on it....

[Mugen910]

Are you just talking about a monopod? Those are pretty common ... especially since they're so portable and some can double as walking sticks.

that's prob the keyword I was searching for, thanks.

I saw a guy with a tiny digital camera and a huge tripod at Angkor Wat..I was dying laughing.

[gbum]

old pics,sunset behind my grandma's house

http://img59.imageshack.us/img59/371/img8097ik.jpg

http://img515.imageshack.us/img515/2725/img8085p.jpg

http://img59.imageshack.us/img59/9273/img8101.jpg

[Mugen910]

Any photoshoping Gbum? Great pics btw.

[gbum]

a minor touch of burn tool and few points of curve...

[Mugen910]

Great photos...I'm assuming you needed a tripod..high F/stop and slow shutter speed?

[gbum]

thanks
not really,
just rise up the iso to 500
set the shutter speed around 1/125 to 1/200...
i only use a tripod if the shutter sped below 1/20... anything above 1/30 i still can handle it...

[kenstogie]

Boy, Ken ... don't take this the wrong way; but we've got a lot to discuss. First, quit using the green box (auto). It will rarely give you good results. Switch to manual and start experimenting. Second, what kind of glass do you have on there? More important than a flash, imho, will be some fast glass -- a fast (f/1.4 or 1.8) prime or a fast-ish (f/2.8) zoom. Churches and ministers often frown on flash photography during the ceremony. Especially if you're using the kit (which has a variable aperture, at best 3.5), you're not going to get the narrow DOF you want for some of the portraits. Third, what software are you using for post? You *need* to be shooting in RAW and using wither DPP (the Canon software) or something like Adobe Lightroom or Adobe Camera Raw to process the keepers you'll have. I find that the T1i is usable for small prints all the way up to ISO 3200 with post-processing. ISO 1600 should be okay for 5x7s and maybe 8x10s if you're crafty. ISO 800 will probably be key for big prints, though.

Go get on PotN (I provided a link above) and read read read. All that said, I'm assuming that you've never shot a wedding in a professional capacity and that you're newer to DSLR photography. If those are false assumptions, I'm sorry.
I rarely use the "green box" now. I am using kit glass which I am not in love with. You are right about the aperatures with that stuff. I am not new to SLR's, have taken both college and high school photography. I think I have a good grasp on the basics and even had a Minolta SLR for some time. I have shot a couple of weddings but relied on outdoor light and not shot at the level I want to be at. The Bride/Groom still were very pleased but they really couldn't complain for the price either ;)
My sister wanted to save money and asked. So I said sure. She does not have as dicriminating an eye as photographers I don't think.

[kenstogie]

Well Proffesor I am on PotN (screen name kenstogie, surprise, surprise :) )and there's ALOT of info there.

Any particular threads you might recommend??

[The Professor]

Well Proffesor I am on PotN (screen name kenstogie, surprise, surprise :) )and there's ALOT of info there.

Any particular threads you might recommend??
There are a TON of wedding threads -- a whole forum, I believe. I'd read through those. I'd also look at the stickied lenses thread if you're thinking of new glass. Read before posting, for sure. I'm "Dokk" over there.

It's a good/fun community. Really helpful comments & criticism when you post pictures. Careful, though ... they have the tendency to push people down their slope just like we push folks down certain slopes here. :D

Oh ... and check out the "for sale" forum. You've gotta be quick; but you can get some nice pickups there if you know what you're looking for. Lenses hold their value a little too well, though, IMHO -- too well for me to not just spend a little extra to buy new with a full warranty.

[kenstogie]

Thanks Dokk I was already looking through those. :)

[Wolfgang]

level out the horizon (easy to do in ps) Sorry it drives me nuts when landscapes are crooked. Otherwise great shot, love the way the water turned out.

And I Thought It Was Just My Old Eyes!:r

I too really like the shot I believe picassa has a straigtening tool.

Any flash recommendations for my T1i?

The horizon is straight. It is the perspective of the island the building is on that throws most people off.
Camera Raw has a wonderful straightening tool.

[0002S]

Some shots from the botanical garden from a few weeks back

All shot with Canon 5D MKII hand held
105 f2.8 Macro Lens
800 ISO
F16
various shutter
no fill flash
all shot in 25 meg jpeg


http://i537.photobucket.com/albums/ff339/000002s/Orlando%20Botanical%20Garden%201209/IMG_8500.jpg

http://i537.photobucket.com/albums/ff339/000002s/Orlando%20Botanical%20Garden%201209/IMG_8581.jpg

http://i537.photobucket.com/albums/ff339/000002s/Orlando%20Botanical%20Garden%201209/IMG_8564.jpg

http://i537.photobucket.com/albums/ff339/000002s/Orlando%20Botanical%20Garden%201209/IMG_8540.jpg

http://i537.photobucket.com/albums/ff339/000002s/Orlando%20Botanical%20Garden%201209/IMG_8488.jpg

[gbum]

urhhh 5d mkII...:dr

[MarkinAZ]

Some shots from the botanical garden from a few weeks back

Nice detail and color on the botanical photos Shawn...:tu

[0002S]

Nice detail and color on the botanical photos Shawn...:tu



Thank you

[The Professor]

I want a 5d so bad -- Mk 1 or Mk 2 ... I don't care which (though the Mk 2 would be nicer, of course). :D
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[0002S]

I want a 5d so bad -- Mk 1 or Mk 2 ... I don't care which (though the Mk 2 would be nicer, of course). :D
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It a great FF camera. I'm not a fan of the banding issue (really a Canon camera issuse). Once you understand it, it's easy to work around. With certain lens it can hunt for low light focus. Other than these small issues it a great camera.

I use the video feature more than I thought I initially would.

[longknocker]

Thank you

Beautiful, Shawn!:tu Maybe Someday I Can Get "Close" To That Quality!:)

[longknocker]

Shawn, I Realize Those Are Macro Shots, But At What Distance Did You Shoot Those?:)

[0002S]

Shawn, I Realize Those Are Macro Shots, But At What Distance Did You Shoot Those?:)

1 foot and under. The lens in 1:1. There is very little crop in the PP. Mostly I crop out background distractions.

What makes these tough hand held is the DOF. To get f16 this close without blur, you need ISO 800+ with reasonable shutter speeds. This lens has no IS.

[Footbag]

The moon stitched from two shots...

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll175/Footbag01/Moon.jpg

[0002S]

Great Moon Shot

[spectrrr]

The moon stitched from two shots...

http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll175/Footbag01/Moon.jpg

DAYUMMM, what the heck did you shoot that with??

[kenstogie]

wow, I feel like I've been there only this time with out any "help" :D

[King James]

Darrel, apparently there is some sort of base stand that is made that allows a sync cord to be hooked into a 430 so you can use it off camera.

or there is this, although sort of expensive:
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-Speedlite-Transmitter-ST-E2-Review.aspx

or this, although its not very long: http://www.amazon.com/Dedicated-eTTL2-Camera-Flash-CAMERA/dp/B002YPMWXC

or this for wireless http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002NQH0GQ/ref=asc_df_B002NQH0GQ1017163?smid=A2LM6ZPY06LT1N&tag=shopzilla_mp_1339-20&linkCode=asn&creative=380341&creativeASIN=B002NQH0GQ

[The Professor]

Darrel, apparently there is some sort of base stand that is made that allows a sync cord to be hooked into a 430 so you can use it off camera.

or there is this, although sort of expensive:
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-Speedlite-Transmitter-ST-E2-Review.aspx

or this, although its not very long: http://www.amazon.com/Dedicated-eTTL2-Camera-Flash-CAMERA/dp/B002YPMWXC

or this for wireless http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002NQH0GQ/ref=asc_df_B002NQH0GQ1017163?smid=A2LM6ZPY06LT1N&tag=shopzilla_mp_1339-20&linkCode=asn&creative=380341&creativeASIN=B002NQH0GQ
Oh yeah ... I've seen that transmitter before. One of these days (like in a year or two :r), I'll start following the Strobist program -- their Lighting 101 and Lighting 102 come HIGHLY recommended. Until then, I'm more interested in getting better at composition, working with available light, playing with DOF, etc.

Went out with friends after teaching, today. Had to shoot at ISO 3200 and f/2.8 because it was so damn dark (bar, indoors, overcast and near dusk outside). As a consequence, I took some liberties in post.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2776/4314573831_cbd5295991.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4004/4314573973_94155cb828.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2718/4315310068_6c071665e8.jpg

[Mugen910]

Nice detail and color on the botanical photos Shawn...:tu



:tpd: Amazing shots...

[Footbag]

DAYUMMM, what the heck did you shoot that with??

Thanks. Taken with my Telescope. A Celestron CPC-800 and the new T1i. I have a separate camera for my astro shots, but I wanted to give the new T1i a try. I'm still getting used to the camera, and seeing was terrible last night, but the shot came out OK. I have gotten better, just never a full moon.
Given the temp last night, I wasn't looking to do too much experimenting. Especially after my laptop screen froze over. Went through two batteries in an hour. And the hand control on the scope went screwy due to the temp as well.
Managed to get a couple good ones. I was hoping to also get Mars, but it'll have to wait until the weather breaks. The big moon wouldn't fit in the field of view, this the stitch.
And Spectrrr offered to cleanly stitch it, but I beat him to it. Thanks anyways!
http://i288.photobucket.com/albums/ll175/Footbag01/Moonfix.jpg

[kenstogie]

Is it true the moon is made out of cheese?



and if so what kind?

[Footbag]

Is it true the moon is made out of cheese?



and if so what kind?

Yup... "One small step for man, one giant heap of Manchego."

[kgraybill]

Playing around with photoshop. A pic of my granddaughter cut and pasted on one of lake Oconee. I'll figure out how to cut with smooth lines one day.

http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs169.snc3/19667_1252610447892_1608470336_597901_3187064_n.jp g

[Mugen910]

Playing around with photoshop. A pic of my granddaughter cut and pasted on one of lake Oconee. I'll figure out how to cut with smooth lines one day.

http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs169.snc3/19667_1252610447892_1608470336_597901_3187064_n.jp g

There is a "Blur" tool Ken...try using that to soften the edges.

[kgraybill]

There is a "Blur" tool Ken...try using that to soften the edges.


Thanks. I'll give it a try.

[King James]

ordering my off-camera flash strobist-esque setup today

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B001U3F1YG/ref=ord_cart_shr?_encoding=UTF8&m=A1SU6RTSUAIWSN&v=glance

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B000NIKQ7Q/ref=ord_cart_shr?_encoding=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&v=glance

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00281Y6FO/ref=ord_cart_shr?_encoding=UTF8&m=A1SU6RTSUAIWSN&v=glance

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B002NQH0GQ/ref=ord_cart_shr?_encoding=UTF8&m=A2LM6ZPY06LT1N&v=glance

[The Professor]

ordering my off-camera flash strobist-esque setup today

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B001U3F1YG/ref=ord_cart_shr?_encoding=UTF8&m=A1SU6RTSUAIWSN&v=glance

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B000NIKQ7Q/ref=ord_cart_shr?_encoding=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&v=glance

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B00281Y6FO/ref=ord_cart_shr?_encoding=UTF8&m=A1SU6RTSUAIWSN&v=glance

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B002NQH0GQ/ref=ord_cart_shr?_encoding=UTF8&m=A2LM6ZPY06LT1N&v=glance
Look at you, Mr. FancyPants. :tu :wo

You gonna do the Strobist 101?

[The Professor]

A couple pics from yesterday -- one cigar, one not.

http://i207.photobucket.com/albums/bb37/cs_the_professor/IMG_3503.jpg

http://i207.photobucket.com/albums/bb37/cs_the_professor/IMG_3527.jpg

[spectrrr]

Playing around with photoshop. A pic of my granddaughter cut and pasted on one of lake Oconee. I'll figure out how to cut with smooth lines one day.



Select > Modify > Feather

[Wolfgang]

still following here just dont have any digital images to share.

Picked up a FE-2 and a 35-70 F2.8 for $60

[Mr.Erskine]

I don't know if any of you will be able to see what this is... And if you can, I don't know if any of you will be able to tell what it is.. This does make me tear up a little....

It is a picture of home from on South Mountain... I miss it.. a TON... as I live in Delaware now.....

[McSmokey]

Couple O Pics of the Kiddo

http://i857.photobucket.com/albums/ab138/McSmokey82/James%20Alexander/James-Alexander4.jpg

http://i857.photobucket.com/albums/ab138/McSmokey82/James%20Alexander/James-Alexander3.jpg

http://i857.photobucket.com/albums/ab138/McSmokey82/James%20Alexander/James-Alexander2.jpg

http://i857.photobucket.com/albums/ab138/McSmokey82/James%20Alexander/James-Alexander.jpg

[Wolfgang]

See Justin arent you glad you went with the D90 :-)

[McSmokey]

See Justin arent you glad you went with the D90 :-)

Definitely worth the money :tu

[gbum]

another ol pics

my family-

young

http://img387.imageshack.us/img387/5989/7383ef1.jpg
http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/7936/7446zy6.jpg
http://img132.imageshack.us/img132/5200/9196ac0.jpg

[gbum]

old

http://img115.imageshack.us/img115/2889/7469fk1.jpg
http://img115.imageshack.us/img115/6050/7980tx8.jpg
http://img390.imageshack.us/img390/1479/9111ar7.jpg

thanks

[DBall]

gbum... I absolutely love your pictures and their composition. That's all.

[kenstogie]

That's some good stuff. gbum.

[MarioF]

This is one of my favorites of one of my kids that was a premie. If you've never seen a small baby this will give you a different perspective. She was 2 lbs 11 ounces at birth and this was about a month later.
http://i939.photobucket.com/albums/ad233/MTF51/Marcellahand1.jpg
She'll be 9 in May and is perfectly fine besides being a PIA! She was big compared to some of the others in NICU.

[Wolfgang]

Perfect tonal range

Filter #3.5 F16 35 seconds.

Ill have a scan in the next couple days. I love the darkroom.

[thebayratt]

Taken this fall

http://i820.photobucket.com/albums/zz130/thebayratt/DSCN1060small.jpg

[kenstogie]

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_sctUupuw_Zk/S295gxmSSNI/AAAAAAAAD_4/KFGCNLMNdvY/s800/IMG_9272.JPG

On a hike with the significant other and found a old graveyard, cool and spooky.

[Giant & 49er Fan]

Looking to pull the trigger on a Camera this week.

I like the Canon T1i.

As a newbie to photography, is there anything about the T1i I should consider before purchasing?

What additions should I buy? Lenses, flashes and etc?

Thanks for the help!

[kenstogie]

Looking to pull the trigger on a Camera this week.

I like the Canon T1i.

As a newbie to photography, is there anything about the T1i I should consider before purchasing?

What additions should I buy? Lenses, flashes and etc?

Thanks for the help!

That's what I have and took the above pic with it. I am quite frankly not in love with the kit glass and want to upgrade. So maybe look into better glass. JMHO.

[Giant & 49er Fan]

That's what I have and took the above pic with it. I am quite frankly not in love with the kit glass and want to upgrade. So maybe look into better glass. JMHO.

Any particular glass to consider as an upgrade?

[kenstogie]

Any particular glass to consider as an upgrade?

That is a tough call I am still working on it.
http://lh6.ggpht.com/_sctUupuw_Zk/RhRawd1wZnI/AAAAAAAAAD0/1CArxPCNmpM/s800/IMG_1834.JPG

[jkim05]

Any particular glass to consider as an upgrade?

Depends on how much you want to spend...

[kenstogie]

Any particular glass to consider as an upgrade?

To start I would get the "Nifty Fifty" It's cheap and the results are quite good considering the cost. It's not a USM lens but....

[rizzle]

Couple O Pics of the Kiddo


http://i857.photobucket.com/albums/ab138/McSmokey82/James%20Alexander/James-Alexander2.jpg


You dress the boy well.
:tu

[Wolfgang]

Any particular glass to consider as an upgrade?

I would consider the 50mm 1.8

OR

Canon EF 35mm f/2

The way I look at it if youll be taking pictures in cigar bars you need the faster lenses. The 50 is good bu sometimes you don have enough room in a crowd. Thats why I say the 35mm. All depends on what you will be using it for mostly.

A vacation option would be the 18-200. We've been through this before its not a PRO tack sharp uber lens, HOWEVER, for vacations and taking pictures in the moment it gives you great range.

The T1i is a great choice. With 15MP and a 22.3 x 14.9 mm sensor you are pretty golden.

If I do switch from my Nikons with will be to the T1i , 50D, or borrow indefinitely a 5D mark II

[md4958]

Can some of you experts give me your opinion on this photo tent kit I was looking at?
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-PREMIUM-PHOTO-STUDIO-IN-A-BOX-LIGHT-BOX-TENT-CUBE_W0QQitemZ230430913359QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_De faultDomain_0?hash=item35a6c0b34f

Looking to take pics for the bakery website, and also double duty for my wifes website too (dog clothing).


What is something like this "worth", and is it any good?

What is the most I should offer on something like this, or can these be had relatively inexpensively?

Thanks in advance for your replies.

[Wolfgang]

its not a bad price i wouldnt pay more than $75

You can make your own light tent
HERE (http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-Light-Tent-Alternative-For-Photos/)

And put 2 shop lights on either side

for quite a bit cheaper.

[Giant & 49er Fan]

I would consider the 50mm 1.8

OR

Canon EF 35mm f/2

The way I look at it if youll be taking pictures in cigar bars you need the faster lenses. The 50 is good bu sometimes you don have enough room in a crowd. Thats why I say the 35mm. All depends on what you will be using it for mostly.

A vacation option would be the 18-200. We've been through this before its not a PRO tack sharp uber lens, HOWEVER, for vacations and taking pictures in the moment it gives you great range.

The T1i is a great choice. With 15MP and a 22.3 x 14.9 mm sensor you are pretty golden.

If I do switch from my Nikons with will be to the T1i , 50D, or borrow indefinitely a 5D mark II

So, the T1i is a good choice of camera for a newbie. The normal lense is just fair and I should look into a telephoto lense for more diversity.

I plan on taking the time to learn the "ins and outs" of this camera to take all kinds of pics.

Would this package I found be a good starter kit?...

http://cgi.ebay.com/CANON-T1i-500D-Digital-SLR-Camera-5-lens-KIT-USA-NEW_W0QQitemZ160400606150QQcmdZViewItemQQptZDigita l_Cameras?hash=item25589f03c6

[kenstogie]

Dunno if everyone is aware but the T2I is coming out in march.
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[Wolfgang]

available for preorder on Amazon.

FWIW It has the same size sensor as the T1i and 50D. More MP crammed on a smaller snesor. Id still rather have the 50D

[The Professor]

available for preorder on Amazon.

FWIW It has the same size sensor as the T1i and 50D. More MP crammed on a smaller snesor. Id still rather have the 50D
:tpd:

and even over that, I'd rather have a 5D Mk II. ;)

[Roland of Gilead]

:tpd:

and even over that, I'd rather have a 5D Mk II. ;)

This.

Or a 1Ds Mark IV.


-Mark.

[spectrrr]

I was sorely disappointed with the 5D mk II :(

Sticking with my 5D for the moment...

[Phiberglass]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2500/4228580135_ea9c5598da_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3336/3332858666_356309f985_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3558/3332858612_515071d8d6_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3608/3332847794_2750183002_o.jpg

[Phiberglass]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3244/3332010109_0f1d69e61e_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3391/3184257640_ca67f3beb9_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3229/2721059187_42c378668f_o.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4039/4335335477_997be644ff_o.jpg

[Wolfgang]

cute panther grouper. Id have one but it would tear up my tank.

[Calexan]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2500/4228580135_ea9c5598da_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3336/3332858666_356309f985_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3558/3332858612_515071d8d6_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3608/3332847794_2750183002_o.jpg

beautiful car shots!!!!

Saw you were linked to Flickr.... Whats your photostream link? Id love to see more!

[Wolfgang]

off camera flash excursion.

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/Liquidglass.jpg

[DBall]

off camera flash excursion.

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/Liquidglass.jpg


wth... how is this even possible? That's incredible!

[Wolfgang]

Thank you :D

Ill grab a picture of the setup tonight.

[bing]

Found a couple more on the hard drive ...

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w216/cricky101/Mike.jpg

Beautiful. I wish I had someone to take a pic like this when I'm throwing up a wall.

[King James]

nothing special, just had some quick fun in photoshop with a picture I took of my laptop vinyl sticker

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2541/4360965860_e365fceb27.jpg

[DBall]

Thank you :D

Ill grab a picture of the setup tonight.


...and EXIF, please. :D

[Wolfgang]

EXIF info is all here (http://regex.info/exif.cgi?b=3&referer=http%3A%2F%2Fi103.photobucket.com%2Falbums %2Fm135%2Fwolfgang8810%2FLiquidglass.jpg&url=http%3A%2F%2Fi103.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fm 135%2Fwolfgang8810%2FLiquidglass.jpg)

[Phiberglass]

beautiful car shots!!!!

Saw you were linked to Flickr.... Whats your photostream link? Id love to see more!

Thank you!

http://flickr.com/austingrade

Added you as well, great shots in your stream!! :banger

[DBall]

Thank you!

http://flickr.com/austingrade

Added you as well, great shots in your stream!! :banger

Your pictures are sick! I can't wait to learn how to use my camera like that. :D

[ashtonlady]

This was a bad thread for me to open. It makes me want to get my Camera back out.

[kenstogie]

Thank you!

http://flickr.com/austingrade

Added you as well, great shots in your stream!! :banger

Yea there's some great pics in there. Nice!

[Mugen910]

Thank you!

http://flickr.com/austingrade

Added you as well, great shots in your stream!! :banger

Yea there's some great pics in there. Nice!

:tpd:

I love the comment for the woman with the mask on in the car :r

[DBall]

Quick question.

A friend is getting rid of a Canon Speedlite 430ex. Would this work with my D5000 or would it break something (like, voltage wise)?

Thanks!

[King James]

Quick question.

A friend is getting rid of a Canon Speedlite 430ex. Would this work with my D5000 or would it break something (like, voltage wise)?

Thanks!

I think it would work but I don't know that I would suggest it. The contacts on the shoe are different for each manufacturer.... so you would run the risk of those different contacts potentially causing problems for the flash and/or the camera. Not to mention you wouldn't be able to use ETTL.

[spectrrr]

Quick question.

A friend is getting rid of a Canon Speedlite 430ex. Would this work with my D5000 or would it break something (like, voltage wise)?

Thanks!

used a 580EX Speedlight with a D70 years back (only thing I had that day, made do). As best as I can remember, It WILL trigger the flash (manual flash power), but it threw the camera into frequent error modes requiring a power cycle or possibly even a battery pull. So in other words, EXTREMELY DISCOURAGED!

[Wolfgang]

Quick question.

A friend is getting rid of a Canon Speedlite 430ex. Would this work with my D5000 or would it break something (like, voltage wise)?

Thanks!

The only way i could see it working safely is using a hotshoe to PC adapter then syncing the flash and camera vial PC cord.

This sit is usually very helpful.

http://strobist.blogspot.com/2006/09/add-synch-connection-to-any-hot-shoe.html

[Roland of Gilead]

Goofin' with the camera again today...

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/LU4C2763/790304497_RtL2j-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/LU4C2750/790304369_vNRPp-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/LU4C2755/790304432_5q4Dp-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/LU4C2733/790304288_6D64W-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/LU4C2770/790304551_3TVLz-XL.jpg



A dog walk with the camera.

-Mark.

[Roland of Gilead]

a couple more...

[img]http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/LU4C2772/790304779_9AZde-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/LU4C2774/790304944_tF52N-XL.jpg

-Mark.

[Wolfgang]

a couple more...
http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/LU4C2774/790304944_tF52N-XL.jpg

-Mark.

Did the police pull the other police over? :D

[Steve]

A photographer friend of mine sent me this for old times sake. Looking at this I suddenly remember why my back hurts these days. :D

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Photog.jpg

[kenstogie]

Got the nifty fifty 50mm f1.8 in the mail yesterday (Abes of Maine or actually NJ ;) ) and it's clearly better than the kit lens. Worth the 100 bucks. Great for portraits as you can get tight depth of field.
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[spectrrr]

A photographer friend of mine sent me this for old times sake. Looking at this I suddenly remember why my back hurts these days. :D

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Photog.jpg

:r:r

And I thought I was bad carrying all my gear on my person at a wedding, but you got me topped by a mile! (I didn't exactly have a 400mm 2.8 slung over my shoulder!)

[King James]

^^^^^^ Canon! woohoo! ^^^^^^^^

http://shashinki.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/canon1_02l.jpg

[acruce]

Goofin' with the camera again today...

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/LU4C2763/790304497_RtL2j-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/LU4C2750/790304369_vNRPp-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/LU4C2755/790304432_5q4Dp-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/LU4C2733/790304288_6D64W-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/LU4C2770/790304551_3TVLz-XL.jpg



A dog walk with the camera.

-Mark.

What Kind of camera do you use

[spectrrr]

^^^^^^ Canon! woohoo! ^^^^^^^^

http://shashinki.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/canon1_02l.jpg

There are very few things in the world more beautiful than that right here....

[Roland of Gilead]

What Kind of camera do you use

For these I used my Canon 1D mark II and a Canon 70-200 f2.8 L

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/1D-Mark-II-with-batts-004-1/581216147_zKZVS-L.jpg

-Mark.

[Wolfgang]

Im swayed. Im moving to Canon.

50D
70-200 F4
50 F1.8
28-75 F2.8

I hope there isn't an initiation ceremony or anything.

[spectrrr]

Im swayed. Im moving to Canon.

50D
70-200 F4
50 F1.8
28-75 F2.8

I hope there isn't an initiation ceremony or anything.

good choice :tu

[Roland of Gilead]

Im swayed. Im moving to Canon.

50D
70-200 F4
50 F1.8
28-75 F2.8

I hope there isn't an initiation ceremony or anything.

There is. You buy the beers.


-Mark.

[Wolfgang]

Ill pay for them but you bring them to Florida. I hear there is some good stuff in the north west.

The 28-75 is made by Tamron. Would you suggest otherwise for a $400 lens? with the same range ish?

[King James]

Ill pay for them but you bring them to Florida. I hear there is some good stuff in the north west.

The 28-75 is made by Tamron. Would you suggest otherwise for a $400 lens? with the same range ish?


Tamron or Sigma.... I think its pretty much personal preference between the two. Both are 2.8 I think, so are fast enough. However, not sure how sharp they are @ 2.8

[Wolfgang]

this will be my walk around lens so it will be on the camera most of the time.

cant justify the 1.2k for the canon version. Ill be splurging on the 70-200

[spectrrr]

this will be my walk around lens so it will be on the camera most of the time.

cant justify the 1.2k for the canon version. Ill be splurging on the 70-200

what kind of things are you going to be shooting?

70-200 F4 is an awesome lens.

nifty 50mm is always a great choice for an inexpensive low light and portrait option.

IMO, 28mm is probably not going to be wide enough for a walk around. my :2 would be to look at the 17-40 or something in that range. may be a couple hundred more, but you're going to wither and die if 28x1.6 = 45mm is your widest lens....

[kgoings]

this will be my walk around lens so it will be on the camera most of the time.

cant justify the 1.2k for the canon version. Ill be splurging on the 70-200

I did alot of research on that lens, Tamron or Sigma, and the Tamron is a sharper lens. You can read all the reviews and see the graphs and all that technical jazz here

http://www.slrgear.com/reviews/index.php

I bought the Tamron... LOVE IT!

[Wolfgang]

I find myself shooting mostly trees. They're kinda my thing. I know everyone does it but its where I'm at now.

I can live with the Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L instead of the tamron and to be honest ill feel better about it too.

If Im doing this I might as well get the 70-200 2.8L it will just take a little longer to save.

I doubt Ill need any other lenses after those. lol The TS-24 is fun to play with though.....

is there a camera slope too? :bh

[Roland of Gilead]

I find myself shooting mostly trees. They're kinda my thing. I know everyone does it but its where I'm at now.

I can live with the Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L instead of the tamron and to be honest ill feel better about it too.

If Im doing this I might as well get the 70-200 2.8L it will just take a little longer to save.

I doubt Ill need any other lenses after those. lol The TS-24 is fun to play with though.....

is there a camera slope too? :bh

I have the 17-40 f4 and it's a great lens. I would prefer the 16-35 f2.8 L, but it's $1K or more. The f4 should be okay for shooting trees, since they don't move around much...

Taken with the Mark II and the 17-40 f4 L
http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Miscellaneous/Misc/122208-047edited-1/441372409_x7RXJ-L.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Animals/Puppy/Doggy-005edited-1/621001075_srgKA-L.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Other/Cigar-Photos/Buckmark-and-Gars-006edited-1/619287952_oAhjd-L-1.jpg

And yes, the camera slope is very, very steep.

-Mark.



-Mark.

[spectrrr]

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Other/Cigar-Photos/Buckmark-and-Gars-006edited-1/619287952_oAhjd-L-1.jpg

And yes, the camera slope is very, very steep.

-Mark.



Just like the gun slope ;)

[spectrrr]

I find myself shooting mostly trees. They're kinda my thing. I know everyone does it but its where I'm at now.

I can live with the Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L instead of the tamron and to be honest ill feel better about it too.

If Im doing this I might as well get the 70-200 2.8L it will just take a little longer to save.

I doubt Ill need any other lenses after those. lol The TS-24 is fun to play with though.....

is there a camera slope too? :bh

My first (and only) two lenses for a few years were the 17-40 F4 and the 70-200 F4. Solid workhorses that will consistently and reliably get any job done you throw at em. I still have that 70-200.

I have since replaced the 17-40 F4 with an older model 17-35 F2.8. Its not as sharp at 2.8, but does give me the 2.8 that I needed, and its ebay rate is barely more than a new 17-40.

You may or may not need the 70-200 2.8. Its an AWESOME lens, which I have the pleasure of owning at the moment, but its overkill for some things, and heavy lens for walkaround. If you just want to go for a stroll with your camera, the size and weight of the F4 will make you much happier IMO :2

[Wolfgang]

i already have a safe full of guns so i can begin to see the big picture.

Im not too worried about the F4 I rarely shoot sports or fast action. Most of my work involves a tripod.

The way I look at it with he three lenses ive chosen so far I wont really need any others.


Edit: Looks like we're on the same page Francis. The way I roll is like a tank. I carry everything myself. I usually backpack everyhting untill I get to the place I want then set up. I have a Canon G10 that takes good spontaneous pictures.

The G10 was the first camera that made me open up the doors in my mind to canon.

[Roland of Gilead]

My first (and only) two lenses for a few years were the 17-40 F4 and the 70-200 F4. Solid workhorses that will consistently and reliably get any job done you throw at em. I still have that 70-200.

I have since replaced the 17-40 F4 with an older model 17-35 F2.8. Its not as sharp at 2.8, but does give me the 2.8 that I needed, and its ebay rate is barely more than a new 17-40.

You may or may not need the 70-200 2.8. Its an AWESOME lens, which I have the pleasure of owning at the moment, but its overkill for some things, and heavy lens for walkaround. If you just want to go for a stroll with your camera, the size and weight of the F4 will make you much happier IMO :2

When I take the 70-200 f2.8 to someplace where I'm going to shoot all day, I really don't notice the weight to much, but when I'm just carrying it around, like when I walk my dag, it can get pretty freakin' heavy after 3 or 4 miles.

-Mark.

[spectrrr]

When I take the 70-200 f2.8 to someplace where I'm going to shoot all day, I really don't notice the weight to much, but when I'm just carrying it around, like when I walk my dag, it can get pretty freakin' heavy after 3 or 4 miles.

-Mark.

:r:r:r :tpd:

Funny how it works out that way isnt it?

When I was doing weddings, I'd never notice it.... now that my time for shooting has faded to the dog-walking category, I'm thinking seriously of selling it and just keeping the F4 :)

[Mugen910]

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Animals/Puppy/Doggy-005edited-1/621001075_srgKA-L.jpg



-Mark.

What a beautiful puppy!:tu

[Roland of Gilead]

What a beautiful puppy!:tu

Thanks! I'll tell him you said so.

Here's a better pic.
http://m-mason.smugmug.com/Animals/Puppy/Mason-043009-173edited-1/525352147_b7hqg-XL.jpg

-Mark.

[Phiberglass]

Nice pup! I'd love me a 17-55 f/2.8 for crop.

[kydsid]

El cheapo camera but I got nostalgic for Alaska and found these pics to print and frame for the house.


Downtown Anchorage from Point Tompson

http://img143.imageshack.us/img143/6254/dscf0009kp0.th.jpg (http://img143.imageshack.us/i/dscf0009kp0.jpg/)


Sleeping Lady

http://img143.imageshack.us/img143/6739/dscf0007je5.th.jpg (http://img143.imageshack.us/i/dscf0007je5.jpg/)



PS. Chains on a suby! Sacrilage I say. Sacrilage. :D

[DonWeb]

What a beautiful puppy!:tu

Agreed! But does the leash have to be so big? :r

[Roland of Gilead]

Agreed! But does the leash have to be so big? :r

You can never be to careful. He is a Pitbull after all. lol!

-Mark.

[acruce]

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn205/acruce1/DSC_0031.jpg

Messing around with my new camera

[kenstogie]

Well I have been using my nifty 50mm and my camera is like a new camera, the color is/seems better and it's much sharper. Here's one of my recent pix and I am darn pleased too. Hand held, no IS and it was 1/10 sec (if memory serves)

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_sctUupuw_Zk/S4HyVCxRWKI/AAAAAAAAEFA/t87Y1kwVzVI/s800/IMG_0281.JPG
(yup that's some great bourbon too)

[Eagle53]

Key West sunset

[Eagle53]

A-bomb dome in Hiroshima. I took this one in 2006

[E.J.]

One of my favorites from last weekend.... If I would have caught the puck in there(assume it is just under #14's L shoulder), would have been better...
http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/590/slchockey4.jpg

[Mugen910]

You can never be to careful. He is a Pitbull after all. lol!

-Mark.

I personally think it's the owner's and not the dog. Not knocking you brother..just my humble opinion.

A-bomb dome in Hiroshima. I took this one in 2006

Wow that's cool...Quite the traveler you are.

[Roland of Gilead]

I personally think it's the owner's and not the dog. Not knocking you brother..just my humble opinion.


Uh, that's my dog, and I was joking. He's the biggest wuss in the world. Uber friendly.

-Mark.

[Eagle53]

I personally think it's the owner's and not the dog. Not knocking you brother..just my humble opinion.



Wow that's cool...Quite the traveler you are.

Thanks for the props on the travel. I am blessed in that department.

[Wolfgang]

Its a snapshot but I still like it. My best behaved Maroon Clown.
Now
http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/DSC_0031-3.jpg

Day I brought him home.
http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/DSC_0347.jpg

[Wolfgang]

One more of a fish i really miss.

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/DSC_0111.jpg

[kenstogie]

When the hell is going to be spring???
http://lh6.ggpht.com/_sctUupuw_Zk/S4c47kwcuXI/AAAAAAAAEHA/GegCo9_wPvw/s800/IMG_8934.jpg

[Wolfgang]

Id say about yesterday lol

[Footbag]

Nice pics ... I'm in the process of setting up a new reef tank.


Its a snapshot but I still like it. My best behaved Maroon Clown.
Now
http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/DSC_0031-3.jpg

Day I brought him home.
http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/DSC_0347.jpg

[Mugen910]

Uh, that's my dog, and I was joking. He's the biggest wuss in the world. Uber friendly.

-Mark.

:tu ok just making sure u were joking....I think those dogs are awesome and my friend's is a pitbull mastiff mix...the sweetest dog I have ever met...

Mark I think I saw you on COD last night. Shot someone with the username rolandgilead a few times ;)
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[Roland of Gilead]

:tu ok just making sure u were joking....I think those dogs are awesome and my friend's is a pitbull mastiff mix...the sweetest dog I have ever met...

Mark I think I saw you on COD last night. Shot someone with the username rolandgilead a few times ;)
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Not me. My XboX name is "GlfWrVt"

[DBall]

OK... I think I want (at least) a Nikon SB600... I've seen them on CL for $125-150, but I always seem to be late to the party. Can you wonderful ladies and gents check CL around your areas and see if you can find one in that price range?

I'm sure I could put together a decent fiver as a reward... :)

[acruce]

I am looking to buy a flash for my Nikon D3000 I don't want to spend a tone on money. I would like to stay around $100 dollars. I know I won't get a top of the line flash for that. Just wanting something decent. any suggestions?

[gbum]

sunpack or nissin will fit the bill i guest...

[Wolfgang]

I say save up. You get what you pay for in photo supplies. and unless you are using it off camera everyhting tends to look flat. (unless you bounce)

[gbum]

smelly cat....smelly cat...

http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/9081/img5442e.jpg

http://img176.imageshack.us/img176/3456/img5439e.jpg

[gbum]

testing

http://img717.imageshack.us/slideshow/webplayer.php?id=img9547v.jpg

[gbum]

http://img717.imageshack.us/slideshow/webplayer.php?id=img9547v.jpg

[Wolfgang]

The [img/] code is the one you need.

[spectrrr]

I think he was trying to figure out how (or if it was possible) to embed a slideshow.

pretty certain that answer is a definite no :)

[Wolfgang]

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/NudeNightCEN.jpg (http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2010/066/d/8/Nude_Night_by_Wolfgang8810.jpg)

Click for uncensored Version. My first nude portrait. I am happy with how it turned out.

C&C greatly appreciated.

[kenstogie]

How could you not click?

Now is someone could tell me what the deal is with Canon Raw files in CS3 I would be eternally grateful.

[Blueface]

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/NudeNightCEN.jpg (http://fc04.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2010/066/d/8/Nude_Night_by_Wolfgang8810.jpg)

Click for uncensored Version. My first nude portrait. I am happy with how it turned out.

C&C greatly appreciated.

Neat.

How did you do that? The black box and click to expose actual photo?

[gbum]

I think he was trying to figure out how (or if it was possible) to embed a slideshow.

pretty certain that answer is a definite no :)

yup.. try to put a slide show.. but fail :(

[kenstogie]

Here's a before and after (photoshop CS3) from a HERF I was at ....

I notice that the images below are not as clear as what I took, I am using google picase web albums, what's up with that?
http://lh6.ggpht.com/_sctUupuw_Zk/S5WolmA-gxI/AAAAAAAAEKs/faExnX2C9s8/s800/Untitled-1%20copy%20untouched.jpg
http://lh4.ggpht.com/_sctUupuw_Zk/S5WmETKZZuI/AAAAAAAAEJc/XIVMonGStrk/s800/Untitled-1%20copy.jpg

[kenstogie]

for instructional purposes I am going to try Flickr with the same exact photos..... Tell me what are your thoughts?
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4052/4418865040_ea266299d3_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2205/4418859102_c097452c3a_b.jpg

[Wolfgang]

Neat.

How did you do that? The black box and click to expose actual photo?

I inserted a hyperlink and instead of typing something like "click here" I censored my picture saved it to photobucket in case anyone's children are looking on. and inserted the [img/] code instead of typing.

I home I'm making sense.:confused:



@ken

Most photo uploading sites compress the image unless you buy a premium membership. my camera shoots at ~3000 pixels but photobucket maxes sizes at 1080. The only site I have found that wont change the resolution and does not steal rights to your photos is Deviant art. Also certain color formats will not be accurate on the web.

[andrew]

Some of my brother's photos. He likes grainy photos. At the River Market Brewery in Kansas City.

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=5495&stc=1&d=1268106518
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=5496&stc=1&d=1268106523
A couple of me beating him in pool.
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=5497&stc=1&d=1268106529
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=5498&stc=1&d=1268106534

[andrew]

Missed one.
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=5499&stc=1&d=1268106911

[spectrrr]

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_sctUupuw_Zk/S5WmETKZZuI/AAAAAAAAEJc/XIVMonGStrk/s800/Untitled-1%20copy.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2205/4418859102_c097452c3a_b.jpg



VERY INTERESTING! The two photos below from picassa and flikr respectively, demonstrate VERY different color balances when viewed in firefox on my computer. HOWEVER, when I copied the image to my desktop and loaded it in photoshop (the "true" test of color) they proved to be identical........

The only thing I can say between them is that picassa uses a lot more sharpening when uploading.

[Wolfgang]

Then it is the color profile.

This article should shed more light on it.

http://www.usabilitypost.com/2008/07/30/photoshop-color-profiles-for-web-images/

[Wolfgang]

Newest excursion with a friend of mine. We are getting to know each other.

Im also experimenting in CS4 with high pass filters its kinda cool but Ive always enjoyed high contrast.

Click here for picture. (http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2010/070/3/9/Cow_field_by_Wolfgang8810.jpg)

[Fishbeadtwo]

nice composition! the other shot was very nice as well!

[Wolfgang]

Thank you Charlie.

[spectrrr]

Then it is the color profile.

This article should shed more light on it.

http://www.usabilitypost.com/2008/07/30/photoshop-color-profiles-for-web-images/

very informative :tu

[Wolfgang]

Glad I could help.

[Wolfgang]

Anyone up for a photo assignment contest sorta thing?

Like one day to shoot a subject that meets certain criteria etc. Then post her either for fun or a poll and the winner gets sticks........

Just a thought. Let me know what you all think.

[kenstogie]

Anyone up for a photo assignment contest sorta thing?

Like one day to shoot a subject that meets certain criteria etc. Then post her either for fun or a poll and the winner gets sticks........

Just a thought. Let me know what you all think.
Sounds cool to me. Perhaps a longer time to get it done though. :tu
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[Wolfgang]

How about 3days? Friday and post Sunday?

Anyone game for this?

[spectrrr]

no time :sad

[Fishbeadtwo]

sounds good but my "subjects" are not as cute as yours..........:)

[E.J.]

GOAL!
http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/705/trevor12.jpg

[DBall]

How about 3days? Friday and post Sunday?

Anyone game for this?


I'm up for it... I need to use my camera more.

[DBall]

Oh... and a bump...

OK... I think I want (at least) a Nikon SB600... I've seen them on CL for $125-150, but I always seem to be late to the party. Can you wonderful ladies and gents check CL around your areas and see if you can find one in that price range?

I'm sure I could put together a decent fiver as a reward... :)


Also, if someone has one they want to get rid of for smokes, I could DEFINITELY hook something good up for it. ;)

[Wolfgang]

I have created a thread for anyone interested in the photo contest. Sign up if you'd like

Prize is a 5er from me for the winner. (chosen by a poll)

Photo Contest Thread (http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?p=794939#post794939)

[spectrrr]

:wo

Just picked up these for product photography at work.
http://promaster.com/products/products.asp?product=9198

I don't know a derned thing about product photography, and only slightly more about studio work in general, so this should keep me amused for a few very hectic shooting days.....

[Wolfgang]

you should ahve fun with the new goodies :D

[Fishbeadtwo]

nice set up! :banger

[Wolfgang]

I finally got around to scanning some of my prints from the darkroom.

Both of these were shot on 35mm Ilford 400 film and printed on Ilford Fiber paper

Pillar of Selby Library (http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2010/076/4/b/Library_Pillar_by_Wolfgang8810.jpg)

Shot in a stand of Australian Pines (http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/i/2010/076/7/1/Stephy_Darkroom_by_Wolfgang8810.jpg)Model:Stephy

Film and Paper were both donated by Justin (McSmokey). And they have been put to good use. thank you Justin!

[spectrrr]

Sniff Sniff..... *waves goodbye to his baby*

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220574603264&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT

[Dux]

Just some shots from the Bronx Zoo over the weekend
You can see all the shots here

http://focusindigital.smugmug.com/Animals/Bronx-Zoo-2010/11579532_cKGoV#815801835_DV8Ed



http://focusindigital.smugmug.com/Animals/Bronx-Zoo-2010/DSC0156/815817437_Cp3oG-L.jpg

http://focusindigital.smugmug.com/Animals/Bronx-Zoo-2010/DSC0064/815824787_hY39a-L.jpg

http://focusindigital.smugmug.com/Animals/Bronx-Zoo-2010/DSC0065/815801835_DV8Ed-L.jpg

[acruce]

Very cool. I love the Monkey photos

[Wolfgang]

Sniff Sniff..... *waves goodbye to his baby*

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220574603264&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT

Why would you sell that? Must have something else on your mind.

[spectrrr]

Why would you sell that? Must have something else on your mind.

Sure do. It's called Rent :(

[Wolfgang]

Come live with me! Rent for a year is a 70-200

[Wolfgang]

Taken at the drag races this past weekend. I forgot I had my 8pt cross on but i got some pretty cool pictures.

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/Wolfgang1.jpg

[spectrrr]

Come live with me! Rent for a year is a 70-200

That's one MONTH for me!

[spectrrr]

Taken at the drag races this past weekend. I forgot I had my 8pt cross on but i got some pretty cool pictures.

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/Wolfgang1.jpg

haha, I rather like the cross effect, gives it something different!

[Wolfgang]

How do you like Florida? haha

I also masked just the truck and threw a high pass filter on it. Im happy with it considering the radiant heat coming off the track.

[kenstogie]

Francis, Sweet Lens!

Doug, great photo's especially the Monkey.

[Mpython24]

Just got a D3000 for my B-day. Found the cat and he was chillin in the room for a little while.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2753/4456922197_4ffb69af37_o.jpg

[Wolfgang]

Congrats! Cute kitty looks like mine. A little more white though.

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/izzy.jpg

[E.J.]

http://img143.imageshack.us/img143/2330/toughloss5.jpg

[catfish2]

This will be a classic photo for me to always giggle with.

http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s167/cmach_photo/DSC_0063.jpg

I just found this thread. I hope that I'm not repeating someting that someone has already posted, but are those "glass top" cigar boxes.

[spectrrr]

I just found this thread. I hope that I'm not repeating someting that someone has already posted, but are those "glass top" cigar boxes.

They sure are. Genuine Habanos right there ;)

[kenstogie]

They sure are. Genuine Habanos right there ;)
I am sure they are real Habanos, that's what the sign says they wouldn't lie to us.

[Wolfgang]

Pictures from Ringling's Rose garden and main Gallery.

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/Roses.jpg (http://s103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/?action=view&current=Roses.jpg)
http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/Banyan.jpg (http://s103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/?action=view&current=Banyan.jpg)
Sorry for the white border photobucket is being odd. It should not be there.
http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/Piano.jpg (http://s103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/?action=view&current=Piano.jpg)

[J0eybb]

What's the best/cheapest way to get into photography? I have a Canon 590IS, and I love taking pictures. I just lose any type of quality when the lighting is not Ideal. I love taking sports photos, but the action is usually too fast, and not enough light.

Can I get a decent lens to put on my 590 IS(a), or am I better off getting a DSLR(b)? I know option B will cost me much more than A.

Any insight is apreciated.

[Wolfgang]

What's the best/cheapest way to get into photography? I have a Canon 590IS, and I love taking pictures. I just lose any type of quality when the lighting is not Ideal. I love taking sports photos, but the action is usually too fast, and not enough light.

Can I get a decent lens to put on my 590 IS(a), or am I better off getting a DSLR(b)? I know option B will cost me much more than A.

Any insight is apreciated.
Actually its more likely the lens would cost more than the body. Im pretty sure you cant interchange lenses with your particular camera. An entry level DSLR with kit lens (or two if you find a package) Canons T1i with 18-55 is a great setup the other way to go is the Nikon D5000 route Both in the $800 range. Its really a matter of preference. Most guys here are canon fans and really they are great either way IMO. Canon is cheaper in the long run.

If you are looking for point and shoot most of them don't perform great in low light. An easy way around this is to use a tripod.

[kgoings]

Actually its more likely the lens would cost more than the body. Im pretty sure you cant interchange lenses with your particular camera. An entry level DSLR with kit lens (or two if you find a package) Canons T1i with 18-55 is a great setup the other way to go is the Nikon D5000 route Both in the $800 range. Its really a matter of preference. Most guys here are canon fans and really they are great either way IMO. Canon is cheaper in the long run.

If you are looking for point and shoot most of them don't perform great in low light. An easy way around this is to use a tripod.

Or you could get a used Canon 20d or 30d and a nifty fifty for less than $500. The nifty fifty would be good in both the situations you mention, low light and sports.

[coffeemonkey]

How could you not click?

Now is someone could tell me what the deal is with Canon Raw files in CS3 I would be eternally grateful.

What is the problem? What camera are you having the trouble with? New cameras take a little while before Adobe catches up and can process RAW files. So if they are coming from a relatively new body that may be the issue.

[J0eybb]

Or you could get a used Canon 20d or 30d and a nifty fifty for less than $500. The nifty fifty would be good in both the situations you mention, low light and sports.

Yeah I was thinking mayb I can find a used body cheap-ish. I know the key is good glass or at least this point and time better glass. I have an adapter ring I attach to te 590is that allows me to add filters, but not sure about glass. Looks like I need to start a savings just for a camera.

[spectrrr]

For anyone that has an android phone, search the market for "depth of field calculator".
GREAT little app to have handy :tu

[DonWeb]

Bird's Eye view of the Arch in St Louis.
(Digital rebel: sized to post)


http://img265.imageshack.us/img265/5522/stlouisarch2.jpg (http://img265.imageshack.us/i/stlouisarch2.jpg/)

[DonWeb]

In the wild - Vista CA.
(Digital rebel)


http://img651.imageshack.us/img651/4937/peacock2hxtu.jpg (http://img651.imageshack.us/i/peacock2hxtu.jpg/)

[Wolfgang]

For anyone that has an android phone, search the market for "depth of field calculator".
GREAT little app to have handy :tu

Just got it. Awesome~

[spectrrr]

Just got it. Awesome~

been using it in the studio for product photography. been real handy, b etter than the shoot, pixel peep, and guess :tu

[Wolfgang]

It seams like you almost need a tape measure too.

[spectrrr]

doesnt have to be THAT perfect unless you want it to be. a decent guess usually suffices. (but I did grab one).

[kenstogie]

Well on my travels I stumbled upon a very reasonably priced Tripod. Slik 212 deluxe. First "real" tripod I've owned. A whole new world of possibilities have opened up with it too. For example I took a 30 second exposure last night NO problem. Yet still sharp.
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[Wolfgang]

I love Slik! Im currently using a Slik U-112 that I got at goodwill for $10. Cant beat it!


And a picture of some coral from my reef tank.
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=5705&d=1269803866

[kenstogie]

That's some good stuff Wolfgang!

[Wolfgang]

Thanks. Coral is technically an animal too :ss

[hotreds]

I love silk too!

http://www.dreamstime.com/sexy-woman-in-silk-thumb7680277.jpg


Oh, SLIK- nevermind!:lv

[Wolfgang]

Epic Hugh!

[kenstogie]

If that's your pick Hot your my new hero.

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_sctUupuw_Zk/S6_044zDwTI/AAAAAAAAERc/nCf2UuoOeJs/s800/IMG_0932.JPG

[kgraybill]

My 15 year old Granddaughter. I snapped this with my cell phone while she was in makeup for a photo shoot. One of my old freinds invited her to do a shoot for a make-up artists portfolio. She thinks she might like doing this.
I can't wait to see the Pro pix!

[hotreds]

Pretty girl!

[kenstogie]

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_sctUupuw_Zk/S7FbEcXSSDI/AAAAAAAAEUA/is0Aq0Sz3Vs/s800/IMG_0987.JPG

[kenstogie]

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_sctUupuw_Zk/S7AHFiH1QvI/AAAAAAAAES8/FaC8g8WJt6E/s800/IMG_0939.JPG

[kenstogie]

Heres what a 30 Sec Exposure looks like with my "new" tripod and a 250mm zoom, which is effectively more because of the image sensor size. I am sure I could get it sharper if I used the remote control.

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_sctUupuw_Zk/S6_0C54NcAI/AAAAAAAAEQQ/1QfMx0LYzoo/s800/IMG_0895.JPG

[Mpython24]

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_sctUupuw_Zk/S7AHFiH1QvI/AAAAAAAAES8/FaC8g8WJt6E/s800/IMG_0939.JPG

This is great.

[kenstogie]

This is great.

Thank you. :)

[Mpython24]

Here is a pic from a little concert some friends and I ran:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4070/4476140395_bb7d6b627b_o.jpg

[jkim05]

Heres what a 30 Sec Exposure looks like with my "new" tripod and a 250mm zoom, which is effectively more because of the image sensor size. I am sure I could get it sharper if I used the remote control.

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_sctUupuw_Zk/S6_0C54NcAI/AAAAAAAAEQQ/1QfMx0LYzoo/s800/IMG_0895.JPG

I have one of those too but without the humbucker.

[jkim05]

I think these are the first pics I've posted in here. Just a couple ones from this past weekend; I'm still processing most of them.

http://jkim6.files.wordpress.com/2010/03/20100327-img_3761-edit-2.jpg

http://jkim6.files.wordpress.com/2010/03/20100327-img_3762-edit-edit.jpg

[kenstogie]

I have one of those too but without the humbucker.

Mine is a mexican made "Fat-Strat" which I personally love. I play mostly acoustic Larrivee but when I have the electric itch its that Fender. Mine is nearly a decade old and boy have the prices went up.

[Darrell]

Is it worth selling my d40 and buying a d3000?

[Wolfgang]

Absolutly not. save up for the D90.

[Darrell]

Absolutly not. save up for the D90.

OK, how come though?

[Mpython24]

OK, how come though?

I just got a D3000. Keep your D40. The only upgrade that you get is some with the megapixels. Outside of that the camera is pretty much the same. You do get the VR lens with the D3000 but i would hang on to the D40 for sure.

[Darrell]

I just got a D3000. Keep your D40. The only upgrade that you get is some with the megapixels. Outside of that the camera is pretty much the same. You do get the VR lens with the D3000 but i would hang on to the D40 for sure.

The d40 comes with the 18-55 VR as well. I have it.

[Wolfgang]

Im currently shooting the D40X with 18-55 no VR and love it but I will soon be upgrading to the D90 because of the screw drive auto focus. my 50mm 1.8 wont AF without it.

[coffeemonkey]

Heres what a 30 Sec Exposure looks like with my "new" tripod and a 250mm zoom, which is effectively more because of the image sensor size. I am sure I could get it sharper if I used the remote control.

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_sctUupuw_Zk/S6_0C54NcAI/AAAAAAAAEQQ/1QfMx0LYzoo/s800/IMG_0895.JPG

On a long exposures camera vibration caused by triggering the shutter release isn't really an issue (assuming camera is on tripod). The amount of time the camera may be moving compared to the amount of time the shutter is open is very small and doesn't account for much of the information gathered. Camera shake is an issue more towards the half second to 1/10 second exposures.

here is a trick too, if you don't have a remote shutter release use the timer. A two second timer will give the camera a chance to stop moving due to your shutter button press and will open after that movement is gone. For the really critically still shots, use the mirror lockup function (to further reduce motion in the camera) combined with a remote shutter release or timer method mentioned above.

[eber]

it looks like I am going to be inheriting (kinda) a Sony a100. I look forward to sharing some shots in here :tu

[Wolfgang]

Just bought a D90 as an easter present to myself. I also put the 10mm 2.8, and 35mm 1.8G on hold. Time to sell some cigars. Im screwed.

:x

[hotreds]

Gotta love 'em!

[Wolfgang]

Absolutely! Awesome photo as usual. I thought they were going to be here in Fl recently but got rained out. I was looking forward to them.

[kenstogie]

Yup, that Hotreds is damn good!

[hotreds]

Props to the Thunderbirds as well!

http://www.montgomeryaviationphotography.com/Dayton2009/IMG_4691.jpg

[spectrrr]

Props to the Thunderbirds as well!


always wanted to see the thunderbirds. Saw the blue angles in dayton a few years back (96 or 97 maybe).

[Wolfgang]

The red Oracle pic on your website is outstanding!

[spectrrr]

The red Oracle pic on your website is outstanding!

which one, this one? http://www.montgomeryaviationphotography.com/Dayton2009/IMG_9485.jpg

[Wolfgang]

This one! (http://www.montgomeryaviationphotography.com/Dayton2009/IMG_0814.jpg)

What lens are you shooting with?

[hotreds]

400/ 5.6 prime Canon 40D

[Wolfgang]

Thought you had a "canon" on the end there.

[hotreds]

Not hardly. THIS is a canon!!
http://www.juzaphoto.com/shared_files/articles/canon_600_f4_is_review/juza_handholding_canon600f4is-720px.jpg

[spectrrr]

Not hardly. THIS is a canon!!
http://www.juzaphoto.com/shared_files/articles/canon_600_f4_is_review/juza_handholding_canon600f4is-720px.jpg

daaaamn that takes some guns.

I played with handholding a 300/2.8 once.... not easy....

[gbum]

last week outing with colleges.. Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary

http://img717.imageshack.us/img717/4308/img2759u.jpg
http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/8182/img2742d.jpg

[kenstogie]

http://media.skateboard.com.au/forum/images/101_0011.JPG

Friend of mine GAVE me a Sunpak 555 and want to hook it up to my Canon T1i

1st - is there a hotshoe connector?
2nd - is it worth the effort?
3rd - Possibility of Damage to my T1i?

I understand I may need to use it in full manual but did I mention it was free? :D