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canon flash

2009-12-24T05:34:36Z

My camera fell off an amp around 4am sunday. . . .serves me right for thinkin' it was safe when the bass had gotten so strong I had to dance . .. but anyways,
The 40D seems to be ok. The flash, not so much. The mount broke off. I've had this 430 for about 4 years, I guess it's time to retire it. Any favorite sites to get a new one, or should I traipse over to Adorama?

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Nikon d3000 or Canon EOS Rebel XS

2009-12-15T08:14:24Z

I'm trying to decide between the two. Anyone have an opinion on which is better?

The Nikon has a VR lens and Canon his the IS lens. From what I've read, VR and IS seem like pretty much the same things, is there a difference?

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Wedding Photography...

2009-12-14T20:27:28Z

Interesting article by a pro, discussing pro's & con's of different systems. I've x-posted this to a couple other relevant tribes.

Note that he's actually *used* all the stuff he talks about, not just "tested" it -- he doesn't seem to have any "brand loyalty" to speak of: he buys what helps him shoot in the way he wants to shoot (and therefore, his choices may not suit YOU in the way YOU want to shoot... ;-) . If he tries a new system and it helps him more than his old system, he moves to the new system. If it doesn't, he sticks with the old system.

Also, there's the caveat that (now we're shooting digital) cameras change really, REALLY fast; obsolescence (or at least, the frequent addition of new/desirable features) is a fact of life. So today's choices may be different tomorrow.

All of which he owns up-front. It's a good read, very interesting:
http://photo.net/wedding-photography-forum/00V98v

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Canon EOS 1D Mark IV

2009-10-24T14:01:41Z

16.1 Mpixels, ISO up to 102400! AI Servo II AF focus tracking system, with 39 cross-points, APS-H sensor ...

http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=139&modelid=19584

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300 ppi/dpi questions

2009-10-20T03:29:56Z

I know this seems silly, but I really don't understand all this, I know 300ppi is the preferred pixel per inch ratio for photos, but how do you know how much you can do, like, I have a Canon 40D and 5D Mark II, how do I know how big I can blow up a photo and still keep 300ppi ... I mean if I put it through photoshop or lightroom, it allows me to make them 600ppi at 20x30 print, but I assume that some of those pixels are filler the program makes up in order to reach 600ppi ... how do I know the true limit of ppi I can get too in each photo from each camera, also if I crop something, how can I figure out how big I can make it before I loose that true 300ppi print?

Thanks!

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Dead Spam

2009-10-16T06:27:27Z

Things are dead here on Tribe for so long so I go away for a little vacay from the Internet and what happens: Spam.

Well, I'm back and it's gone. Sorry folks.

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Whoa! 60MP digital cameras

2009-10-16T05:33:02Z

Hasselblad now has the H4D-60 and H4D-50 medium format digital cameras, with 60MP and 50MP sensors:
http://www.dpreview.com/news/0909/09092802hasselblad.asp

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Brand New Canon EOS 7D

2009-10-15T06:41:46Z

18 Mpixels, 8 fps, 900K pixel 3" LCD, 1080p and 720p video modes, ISO 12800 ...

price not yet announced, but looks like a big cousin to the Canon EOS 50D

http://www.dpreview.com/previews/canoneos7d/

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Learning the controls of my dSLR what would you do?

2009-10-05T15:10:09Z

I've had my Cannon EOS 20D for 3 years now. For two of those years I've taken a decent amount of shots. I'm sorry to say that my camera still eludes me to this day. I'm somewhat embarrassed to admit I have this amazingly wonderful and expensive piece of equipment that I don't fully understand yet. That is my dilemma. I think it's partly due to the learning curve, moving from film (99% of the time - black and white) to color digital...and also not really being fond of learning the inner workings of technical pieces of equipment.

I'm going to Burning Man this year for the first time in four years and it'll be the first time bringing the dSLR out there. I want to get as comfortable with the manual controls of the camera as possible, another thing that completely eludes me. I just haven't taken the time to teach myself everything. All the automatic controls of the camera have left me lazy and not completely knowing what I'm doing regarding white balance, shooting in RAW (and its obvious advantages), or any of the other million features the camera has. I still get good shots but I want total control of the functionality of the camera, so I can get excellent shots, ya know? I want to feel like I'm controlling the camera, not the other way around.

I've lost the little pocket guide book to the camera that listed the basic features and ways to control the camera. Perhaps I should go online and see if I can download that.

What would you do if you were me and had two months to get a good foundation for learning all the controls of your dSLr? Would you go out and read a book? Read the manual? Google around to find a good tutorial? Look at video tutorials? I'm definitely more of a hands-on, kinesthetic and visual learner so going out and doing it will be key. There's so much information out there and I'd like to know what you have all done or could recommend to me. Thanks!

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3 more new Sony Alpha dSLR's

2009-09-29T19:06:56Z

The a500, a550, and a850.

a500 12MP
a550 14MP, 7fps (!)
Both are aps-c CMOS (not CCD) sensors.
Both have in-camera HDR without a tripod (haven't seen reviews of the feature independently tested)
These would be "mid-range" or "advanced amateur" bodies.

a850 25MP (!)
Full-Frame (!)
This is nearing a "pro" body, feature-wise. Only lacks frame-rate, really.

- Steve

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Three new Sony Alpha DSLRs

2009-09-29T18:22:45Z

These cameras cover a variety of price point and capability, I just learned of them, though the news is about a month old now:
http://www.dpreview.com/news/0905/09051804sonyalphas.asp

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nikon d60

2009-09-29T01:52:28Z

I am just a beginner, so is the NIKON 60d a suitable choice for me???

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value of a used 20D?

2009-08-28T05:19:50Z

I have not used my 20D since it came home from the factory for repair and cleaning almost 2 years ago when I bought my 40D. A friend wants to buy it, I have a battery and charger also. What's it worth?

Also -- value on the 17-85EFS image stabilizer lens? Fresh back from factory cleaning too?

thank you.

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Akkana Peck talk on GIMP July 15th, in Cupertino, CA

2009-06-30T19:19:32Z

For those of you in SF/BA, this may be of interest...

GIMP
Presented by: Akkana Peck, author and freelance programmer
Date: Wednesday, 15 July 2009, 6:30 PM
Location: Hewlett Packard (see directions),
Bldg. 48, Oak Room
Pruneridge and Wolfe, Cupertino, CA
Cost: Free and open to all who wish to attend, but membership is only $20/year.
Note: Beginning GIMP: From Novice to Professional will be available for sale before and after the meeting.
Topic

Akkana Peck will demonstrate tips, tricks, and techniques for using GIMP to improve your digital photographs and turn them into art. She'll also cover more advanced details like how to use layer modes, layer masks, and (if time and interest permit) gradient maps and writing GIMP scripts and plug-ins.
About the Speaker

Akkana Peck is a freelance programmer and the author of the book, Beginning GIMP: From Novice to Professional. She has worked for a diverse collection of companies that include Netscape, Silicon Graphics, Sun, HP, and Apple, and has contributed to numerous open source projects such as GIMP and Mozilla.

Akkana will be speaking at the O'Reilly Open Source Convention (OSCON) 2009 in San Jose, CA on July 22. Her website can be found at http://shallowsky.com.

http://www.sfbayacm.org/events/2009-07-15.php

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Sigma lenses.... Experiences...?

2009-06-27T02:33:40Z

hey all....

From the suggestion of a associate... Seriously considering picking up the Sigma Zoom Wide Angle-Telephoto 24-70mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro DF Autofocus Lens for Canon...

www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produ..._DG.html

Looking for people who already own a Sigma- especially this one...

I am thinking of it mainly for portrait/fashion, but hoping for some versatility out of it as well... This will be my 1st 3rd party, so looking for input from those who know lenses as to the theoretical versatility/quality of this baby.....

Thanks all!

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Success with the Canon WFT-E2

2009-06-22T05:24:52Z

After several configuration attempts across several months, today I was finally able to get the Canon WFT-E2 wireless transmitter to wirelessly transmit photo data from a Canon EOS 1D Mark III, directly onto a MacBook.

Then on top of that, I got a script for automator that works with Aperture to read the incoming photos from a folder in realtime, and then import and display them, while storing them into an Aperture library.

It finally all became clear, and just worked. Ohhhh this is so fabulous! Everything I shoot with the camera goes to the computer, automatically. And it can be auto-displayed as well.

Apologies if this wireless capability is old-hat to some of you ...Ugh, it took me quite a while to figure this out.

Blessings and Light,
M

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Canon's Broken Focus Points

2009-06-07T06:22:18Z

I mentioned this issue in passing in my note of the 5D Mark II video firmware update but felt it needed it's own discussion...

The positioning of the focus points in the otherwise-spectacular 5D Mark II is severely broken. Perhaps fatally so.

Clumped together in a small lump in the middle of the viewfinder, they are essentially worthless for focusing on moving action while composing shots on the fly. If you shoot stationary objects, this likely is little more than a mere nuisance to you. But I can't believe this isn't a deal breaker for everyone else.

Granted, you could take your chances on the auto-finding focus (or whatever Canon calls it) or use one of the tracking mode and hope that it makes the right jump from point to point, but if you shoot action in low-light (such as sports or performance) and care exactly where the focus is set, this system is indelibly broken.

In the previous discussion, Michael Baxter astutely explains that the positioning is fixed in the hardware (no firmware upgrade possible) and is a leftover from the previous cropped screens of the XX-D series of Canon prosumer cameras (where the diamond pattern covered a much more significant portion of the screen). He went on to explain why this necessitated his migration to Canon's pro-level X-D series of cameras.

But I don't buy this. While the X-D's viewfinder may have more focus points (9 vs 45), they are not grouped significantly better. Once again, they are all clumped in the middle third of the screen, where they don't work for better composition. Actually, the original 9-point layout from the modest XX-D series' APS-C viewfinder does a much better job of covering the screen real estate than either of these (wildly more expensive) "pro" options.

I've posted an image of the viewfinders for both the 5D and the 1D with the focus points (cribbed from DP Review) in this tribe's gallery at http://digitalslr.tribe.net/photos/d913f1da-1f07-4b52-bf7a-1f03879434a0 and added my take on where the focus points should logically be placed. I've included 4 "corner" points at the quarter-screen marks (shown in red), 4 "diamond" points cheated out slightly from the mid-points between the "corner" points (shown in white), and finally a smaller box of third-screen points (shown in yellow). I even included a traditional center point, even though that's usually the worst place to center the focus of any image.

If Canon's bothering to produce a camera with the impressive abilities of either the 1D or 5D series, it seems they could be bothered to create a focusing system suited to professional photographer's needs and not just inherit some system laying around the lab from a previous generation.

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Manual Exposure Control Comes to 5D Mark II Video

2009-05-28T09:57:14Z

Come June 2nd, Canon 5D Mark II owners will have the basic video controls (manual exposure via shutter/aperture/ISO) that befits the camera's impressive image quality. A firmware update will be posted to http://web.canon.jp/imaging/eosd/firm-e/eos5dmk2/firmware.html

Now if they could only fix the ridiculous focus-point issue (really? just nine points? and they're all clumped in the middle 10% of the viewfinder? really?), Canon would have the near-perfect camera on their hands.

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Pentax K7 DSLR

2009-05-27T23:11:05Z

14.6MP, 900K pixels LCD, 720p HD video, 5.2 fps, ~$1300 SRP. Here's a preview and announce:
http://www.dpreview.com/news/0905/09052003pentaxk7dslr.asp

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What can the Nifty Fifty do for you?

2009-05-26T16:44:08Z

A lot!

My 50mm f/1.2L lens is on the injured reserve list, and is in need of repair. So, I don't have bright glass for dim light, and now this job falls to the Nifty Fifty (for Canon, this is the EOS f/1.8 II lens). Because I had a club gig after the Belly Dancer of the Year pageant, I took the Nifty Fifty in my gear bag, because f/1.8 is a LOT more light than f/2.8 from my 24-70mm f/2.8L lens. Before this weekend event, I practiced new sturdier hand-holding techniques espoused by Joe McNally in his book "The Hot Shoe Diaries: Big Light From Small Flashes." These really do work! I was able to take dozens of great relatively sharp photos in a restaurant that is very dark inside. Here's one:
http://digitalslr.tribe.net/photos/c53f0896-dade-4a49-9ee7-f71b3c5c81ab

Blessings and Light,
M

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Nikon D60

2009-05-12T01:18:25Z

I'm ready to upgrade to a digital SLR, what do y'all think of the Nikon D60?

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5D Mark II

2009-05-11T19:42:58Z

So I'm in the market for a new full frame sensor camera, and I'm a Canon user, so I'm going for the 5D Mark II, but I'm wondering, are there any legitimate places to get them much cheaper than retail? I've found a few online, but they seem to all be scams when I do the research on them, like bingocamera.com and places like that where the prices are crazy low.

Anywhere to buy them wholesale?

What's the markup (for bargaining knowledge).

I know in a lot of places I worked when I was younger, the markup on retail items was almost 50% The camera guy at the store I usually shop at says the 5D Mark II costs them 2300 so they only make like 3-400 per camera unless there's a sale, where they only make 200 or so .. that just sounds off to me...

Thoughts anyone?

I have a bunch of weddings and other events coming up that I'm shooting, and I'd really like to have a new camera for them. I have a 40D and it's just fine for normal stuff, but for my artistic work, I like to blow things up BIG and can't do that with the 1.6crop small frame with only 10MP just not enough data to make the picture crisp at larger sizes.

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Canon EOS Rebel T1i

2009-04-30T12:23:08Z

15.1 MP, Digic 4, 3" LCD with 920K pixels, and HD Video up to 1920 x 1080, with HDMI out, ISO expansion to 6400 and 12800 ...

apparently for <$900 SRP ...

http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=139&modelid=18385
http://www.dpreview.com/previews/canoneos500d/

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Pentax K20D with Takumar Lenses

2009-04-19T00:05:22Z

I've read that the Pentax K20d can be adapted to work with Takumar screw mount lenses.
Anyone have any experience or more info with this set-up?

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tamron

2009-04-19T00:00:28Z

So there i was tax return in hand, and looking at BH photo video and found a used lens... impressed at the good when I received the lens..still need to take maore shots but still very happy with the 300mm piece

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Today-only Deal on the "Poor Man's Leica M8"

2009-04-10T04:36:00Z

Amazon's Goldbox deal today is for the Sigma DP1 14 MP Digital Camera (sometimes referred to as "the Poor Man's Leica M8"). It has a fixed 16.6mm F4 lens (no zoom here, folks) and a 14-megapixel SLR-sized image sensor (unheard of in pocket cameras). It even has limited manual focus. On the downside, it's max ISO is 800 and it can't record JPEG and RAW at the same time (then again, most point-and-shoots can't do RAW at all).

List Price: $899.99
Yesterday's Price: $655.81
Today's Discount: - $255.82
Gold Box Price: $399.99 (56% off)

http://www.amazon.com/gp/goldbox?
Remember: This offer is only good for Thursday, April 9.

As always, I have no ties to this offer... Just providing a heads-up for anyone interested.

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Matching Photo Buyers with Photographers

2009-03-16T08:19:21Z

Thanks to everyone who replied to Brad's post regarding my interest in recruiting photographers. And thanks Brad!

In consideration of members here, I'll only post this once. Not interested in spamming you guys. Here's the pitch...

I own a "matchmaking" service for photo buyers and photographers (www.stockphotorequest.com). Quite simply, I recruit photographers who pay me a yearly subscription fee which gives them access to my service.

How does StockPhotoRequest.com work?

As a subscriber, you receive emails with image requests from advertising and editorial Photo Buyers.

You can go to the site to upload images to one common light table per request. (Each uploaded image has links to your contact info next to it, so even if they don't use your image, you are advertising your work to your specific target market. You can see what other photographers are submitting as well and what the photo buyer has saved or deleted.)

Photo buyers contact you directly to license images. You pay NO commissions on sales.

You have your own Photographer Profile Page on the site, with a bio and portfolio of images. When we market our service to photo buyers we also market individual photographers.

Subscribers can upload, manage, and edit their personal images in our Searchable Image Collection (searchable by keywords you assign).

Photo buyers are able to search through images and license them directly from you. As with all your work at StockPhotoRequest.com, you keep 100% of your sales.

The standard annual subscription fee for individual photographers is $400.

That's it in a nutshell. Some of my registered buyers include: National Geographic Adventure Magazine, People Magazine, Islands Magazine, Orion Magazine, Backpacker magazine and many others. Presently I have 800+ buyers, and I'm recruiting new buyers all the time (they use my service for free).

Have a look at the site: www.stockphotorequest.com

You can also check out this SPR video: www.youtube.com/watch

I'm happy to answer any questions.

Thanks,

Clay Garrett

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New Olympus E-30- WOW!

2009-03-16T08:09:34Z

Check out THIS set of features:

Olympus has today announced the E-30 digital SLR. The mid-range DSLR features a 12MP Live MOS sensor and 2.7" tilt and swivel LCD. It also incorportates Live View with Contrast AF, Image Stabilization, 5fps continuous shooting and shutter speeds of up to 1/8000th sec. The E-30 also introduces a set of six 'Art Filters', a Multiple Exposure mode and offers a choice of 9 aspect ratios.
The Olympus E-30: your own portable creative studio
Taking artistic creativity to new levels
London, 5 November 2008 – A creative photographer’s most important tool is the power of expression – and the Olympus E-30 delivers it in spades. For the ultimate in artistic expression, the E-30 offers six Art Filters, each of which uses different settings to create incredible photographic effects that would otherwise require additional lenses, filters or complex editing.

A Multiple Exposure mode further bolsters the potential for distinctive artistry in compositions, as do the choice of nine separate aspect ratios. With the newly-developed high-speed 12.3 Megapixel Live MOS sensor and TruePic III+ image processor*, top quality image results are ensured. Ensuring an enjoyable photo experience, the monitor facilitates Live View framing ease from virtually any angle. Furthermore, thanks to built-in image stabilisation*, shots stay impressively sharp irrespective of the attached lens.

And because sometimes the perfect shot can present itself in the blink of an eye, the E-30 boasts a range of high-speed performance features to make sure that you’ll always be ready for it: lightning-fast autofocus speeds, 5fps sequential shooting and shutter speeds of up to 1/8000th sec. The E-30 will be available from mid-January 2009

Express yourself
Six innovative Art Filters enables special artistic effects to be created directly in the camera and put you in control of your composition: styles like Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale & Light Colour, Light Tone, Grainy Film and Pin Hole let you capture your world the way you want to portray it.
These effects would normally require special lenses, filters, or image processing programs, but with the E-30, it all happens inside the camera. You can even preview the effect of a particular filter on the 2.7”/6.9cm HyperCrystal* II LCD before shooting.

What’s more, in Multiple Exposure* mode, several images can be superimposed on a previously-captured image to take photographic creativity to a whole new level. The E-30 also offers nine different aspect ratios for nine different takes on any scene. In addition, Live View with improved high-speed contrast autofocus depictions allows for easy framing of shots on the free-angle LCD.
Quality results
A range of great technologies helps ensure that the E-30 provides picture-perfect images every time. The newly developed 12.3 Megapixel Live MOS sensor provides amazing image quality at low power requirements. Combine this with the new TruePic III+ ultra high-speed image processor, and results must be seen to be believed.
Built-in mechanical image stabilisation rounds up the package, significantly reducing image blur caused by such factors as low light or camera shake. And to ensure that the E-30’s powerful sensor remains dust-free, the patented Olympus Supersonic Wave Filter is integrated.
A need for speed
Ever waited and waited for that perfect shot, and then missed it because your camera couldn’t keep up with the action? You don’t have to worry anymore because the E-30 is always prepared. High-speed shooting of up to 5fps in full 12.3 Megapixel mode and shutter speeds of up to 1/8000th sec. will help you capture even the fastest action shots. In addition, the E-30 incorporates a fully-biaxial 11-point AF system for incredible autofocusing speeds in any lighting conditions.
Additional features and accessories
For photographers looking for integrated features to improve their shooting experience, the E-30 has a lot to offer. Shadow Adjustment Technology helps lighten shadows in shots, while Face Detection Technology recognises and focuses on the faces of subjects in a composition. An integrated Level Gauge also appears on the LCD, in the viewfinder, and on the Control Panel on the back of the camera.
This functions like a level used in construction to ensure that your pictures will never be askew. And when it comes to accessories, the E-30 also covers the whole range. As part of the Olympus E-System and based on the Four Thirds Standard, many lenses and other accessories are available to ensure the E-30 takes creativity to a higher level.
From fish-eye, macro and ultra-wide-angle lenses through to ultra-zoom models, the ZUIKO DIGITAL range of lenses leaves nothing to be desired. New in the line-up is the ZUIKO DIGITAL 14-54mm 1:2.8-3.5 II lens, which also enables full contrast AF performance with the E-30.
The Olympus E-30 gives photographers a portable creative studio and provides everything required to live out and express creativity while enjoying pro-level image results, control and performance. It will go on sale from mid-January 2009.

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Canon XTi for less than $300

2009-02-27T19:50:14Z

Adorama has the factory refurb'd Canon XTi body on sale for just $299 (regularly sells for $470)

http://www.adorama.com/ICADRXTIBR.html

Shipping $9. Tax in NJ, NY.

As always, I have no ties other than wanting to share a good deal with folks.

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Cheap monitor calibration

2009-02-22T20:14:06Z

If you want to calibrate your monitor without spending a fortune, hurry over to Woot. They have a Pantone Huey for $40.

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Recruiting in this Tribe

2009-02-18T16:48:04Z

I've been contacted by someone interested in recruiting photographers for photo assignments who wants to contact folks through this tribe. While I deeply appreciate that they asked (which I take as a sign of good faith) before just posting away, I wanted to shop the idea past y'all and see how folks felt about a potentially off-topic post such as this...

Thanks!

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Good review of Pentax K2000

2009-02-15T22:01:41Z

http://www.digitalcamerareview.com/default.asp?newsID=3822

This will be my first DSLR.

I plan on geting the pancake lens to pair with the body for a light, less buly camera to take backpacking.

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your Nikon opinion, please

2009-02-15T10:31:31Z

Hello everyone! I'm new to this tribe and new to the digital format. I was trained old-school style and I still have my darkroom, so digital is somewhat new to me. I love being in the darkroom and I'm sure I'll continue to some extent, but I am ready to try digital too. My brother finally twisted my arm and got me into digital and even though I can barely work my computer, I really like what I've done so far with photoshop and everything. I see a lot of possibility in this format. I'm intrigued and I'd like to learn more.

I think I'm ready to jump in and start investing on the equipment little by little, but since I'm a teacher now, my funds are seriously limited.

I'd like to buy myself a camera first. I want to stick with Nikon because I have my trusty N6006 which has gone around the world with me twice. Also, I don't want to have to buy all new lenses.
I can get the D60 at a pretty good price, but does anyone have any other suggestions? Is the D60 a good camera? Are there any books or anything else you can recommend for a "beginner to digital" like me?
Thank you so much everyone. I really like this tribe and I'm hoping to get back into photography more seriously. That is my New Year's Resolution anyway......

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Nikon Versus Olympus test pics

2009-02-14T15:09:34Z

I just posted a pic of an interesting test here. There are advantages in shooting in more than one system. If you look at the pic I posted labelled "Nikon versus Olympus," some interesting things come to light (no pun intended). First the obvious difference is the aspect ratio. I'll get to that in a moment. I used the Nikon D200 and the Olympus E-3, both 10MP DSLRs, set to their respective highest jpeg settings with equal sharpening and the same exposure, although I took the images a couple of weeks apart. I used the Nikon 12-24 lens and the Olympus 9-18. Both were given the same exact post adjustment in Paint Shop Pro. Because of their different sensor sizes, both these lenses were technically supposed to give the same angle of view along the vertical axis; ie the equivalent of 18mm in 35mm photography terms. Clearly, the Olympus gave way more coverage on all fronts. Theoretically, the Olympus should have produced a less sharp, higher noise image due to the smaller "Four Thirds" sensor versus the Nikon's "APS-C" sensor. Clearly not the case, and the focusing point was the same. Not only was the E-3 and its lens sharper, but there was much more detail in highlights and shadows than the Nikon. Of course, I thought though, that there was a it, but not much over-esposure on the E-3 highlights. So, what was the point of this? To see how much in-camera software has to do with the image in comparison to sensor size. Thoughts?

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Nikon dSLR for $249

2009-02-05T21:56:19Z

Crazy great deal on Nikon D40 from a very reputable dealer:

http://www.adorama.com/INKD40XR.html

Now this is a factory refurb (performed by Nikon themselves) but any Nikon dSLR that's less than $250 is hard to pass up, especially for anyone who's been on the fence about making the jump from point-and-shoot.

As always, I have no ties to this offer... Just sharing the news.

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So what RAW converter/software are you using?

2009-02-03T19:31:12Z

I'm looking for something besides PS.

What do you like using and works best with your images?

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Low light shooting tips...?

2009-02-03T04:18:31Z

Whatever u got that u wanna share that works for u.....

Its seeming that im gonna b doing alot of it with my new XSi... i so far only got the kit 85-125 lens...

Plan is too get a lens for portraiture and a good (Tele?) zoom... (whats the dif tween the 2, btw?).. and a auto pole/background, and box lighting set-up for the portraits i do at my place.....

What other suggestions?

Have only been consistently disappointed by my shots in low light situations...... How do i improve them...?
What kind of flash, etc....

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D70 Flash problem

2009-01-31T20:50:51Z

The flash stopped working on my Nikon D70. Would anyone know how to fix it? It has not been used much since I've had the camera.

Thanks.

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Not just another "what camera to buy" question

2009-01-15T18:49:58Z

Greetings!

I currently have a Canon 20D that I shoot the heck out of. So much so that I'm thinking about getting another camera to use when I have to send my 20 in for service or something to push the 20 into backup status. My primary use is low-light event photography, usually with a 50mm f 1.4 lens and no flash.

A local camera shop has several used 5D's for about the same price as a new 50D so I would like to hear some pros/cons from the more experienced folk out there. The smell of new technology is always alluring, but the quality of a full frame sensor has quite the draw as well. Observations?

Thank you for your time.

John

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Canon 5D Mark II update fixes "black dot" problem

2009-01-10T10:53:10Z

from The Imaging Resource:

"Canon yesterday announced the firmware update for the 5D Mark II digital SLR camera, designed to fix the "black dot" error, as well as a banding issue."

http://www.imaging-resource.com/NEWS/1231455914.html

The story also includes before/after proof of the fix.

It's great that this major defect (at least for people who photograph stage events where lighting often appears in frame) has been promptly addressed. Now if Canon can make the crippled (no autofocus, no manual exposure control, etc) video mode actually work...

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SLR lessons.

2009-01-09T20:21:02Z

I recently purchased my first Digital SLR. It's a little daunting compared to the point and shoot cameras. But I really want to be able to do more with my photography than a point and shoot will allow. But I have to learn how to fully use my SLR.

So I did a little research about courses I could take that would help me learn the functions of the camera. I found one that is not very expensive, can be done on my own time and availability and seems pretty decent. It's this one ... http://www.digital-slr-guide.com/

It costs $14.95 for 5 lessons. Plus you can email the guy who set up the lessons and the site if you have questions. You can download all 5 lessons at once, or get one a week. I chose the latter option, so I wouldn't be overwhelmed.

The first lesson is about aperture and shutter speed, depth of field. I've only started to read it, but already I learned something!! So far, so good. And for $14.95, I would totally recommend it for anyone new to the world of digital SLRs. After I've completed the course, I will give my final review of it, to let people know if it's really only helpful for beginners or if those who know a bit about SLRs might get something out of it. I mean, for $14.95, even if you learn one new thing, that may be worth it, if it helps raise your photographic skills up a bit.

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Has anyone actually received their Canon 5D Mark II yet?

2008-12-29T23:12:03Z

Inquiring minds want to know... Everything you dreamed it would be or just more marketing smoke and mirrors?

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Shameless self promo.....

2008-12-23T00:59:07Z

Subscribe or die....
...or maybe u just have some time 2 waste.....

brooklenz.blogspot.com/

My random, uneven, overly opinionated, biased visual head conditioning.......
Do u (wanna) see what i see....................

Just started it up- DEF want feedback, comments.....
Namaste tribers.... hope see u there...

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Pentax deal at Woot!

2008-12-18T08:18:49Z

Okay, so there are some caveats: It is a 6-megapixel dSLR, it is refurbished, it is a Pentax, and it is offered by the dangerously addictive folks at Woot.com.

But the upsides are that it is a full-fledged, 11-point-focusing, shake-resisting, dust-removing, 3200-ISO-shooting digital SLR camera for just $239. Factory refurbs frequently are more reliable than off-the-assemblyline products, since techs actually pay personal attention to them. Many shooters are fiercely loyal to Pentax and swear by 'em. And Woot! consistently provides some of the best deals on the entire internet.

http://sellout.woot.com/

But be warned, this deal is just for one day (Thursday, December 18th) or until stock runs out. And, as always, I have no association with the seller (other than being a frequent satisfied customer)... just giving folks looking for a deal a heads up.

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Pentax Pimps New Ride

2008-12-18T00:20:35Z

According to this story
http://www.imaging-resource.com/NEWS/1229466039.html
Pentax is releasing a limited edition white version of their K2000.

Cool?
Ugly?
Desperate?

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Sharing your work

2008-12-12T07:20:32Z

These days, there are many features and ways to share pix beyond print. What types and venues do you use? Do you have Flickr accounts, and do you like them? Has anyone tried JPG magazine? What do we recommend as the latest and greatest way to share your hard work?

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white balance

2008-11-30T07:37:33Z

how much does a haze or skylight filter affect the cameras sensor to perform a white balace?

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Fast Deal on Adobe Lightroom 2

2008-11-28T18:04:05Z

For only the next hour, Amazon.com's Lightning Deal is Adobe Lightroom 2 for only $125 (nearly 60% off the list price and over half off Amazon's regular price).

Check it at http://www.amazon.com/gp/goldbox but be warned, it may go quickly...

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New to Tribe. New to photography.

2008-11-26T20:43:19Z

Ok. I was at a show the other night and had a lot of fun shooting photos with my camera phone. They didn't look great, but it was really. I've wanted to get into shooting bands for a while, and it convinced me to take it up. I'll mostly be shooting indie and punk bands, plus some burlesque and circus stuff, in small clubs, bars, warehouses, etc. Environments rather hostile to quality photos.

I've got no gear. Suggestions? I don't want to spend over $800 on a dSLR. I would like the camera to be rather compact and quiet. Single lens. No flash. Easy operation. I'm more interested in a documentary style- don't know how much that matters when choosing gear.

A rather open ended question, I realize, but any help would be appreciated. Oh, and I like that there seems to be a pretty active conversation in this tribe, with many recent posts.

Thanks.

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5d MkII ... soon!

2008-11-26T17:48:37Z

I pre-ordered a 5d MkII yesterday. If all goes well, I should have it in early December.

Whee! Bounce bounce bounce. I can't wait!

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'Fast' and 'prime'......

2008-11-21T19:55:02Z

Um..., huh...?

If we were talking about MEN.... i'd know what was meant.....

But as far as LENSES go....dont have nearly a good enuff grip on the meanings........

Read an explanation somewhere which i thought had helped..., but back to being clueless......
In simple, plain English, natch....????

Thanks all (esp u, Mig.... smile)....

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Color Calibration On My Monitor

2008-11-13T06:02:22Z

I recently purchased an iMac. It's inspired me to do much more with my photos. However, I'm reluctant to do a lot of actual printing just yet or even put hours into photo editing until I know that the color on the monitor will accurately reflect the color of the print. Is there any program to run that helps calibrate the color of the monitor?

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Sigma Corporation Acquires Three-layer Image Sensor Developer Foveon, Inc.

2008-11-13T00:57:11Z

http://www.foveon.com/press_article.php?a=248

http://www.sigma-photo.co.jp/english/news/info_081111.htm

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Sneak Pix of Sony a900 Posted

2008-11-13T00:43:43Z

Pix of Sony's impending 24.6mp monster camera have been posted at http://masterchong.com/v2/sony-alpha/pie02008-sony-showcased-sony-alpha-dslr-a900.html The camera is currently slated for a Fall release.

Enjoy!

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Sony a900 w/ AF-Zeiss 24-70

2008-11-12T05:56:52Z

Not my photo's; but I'm putting the pointers here, for those interested:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3253/3020102303_b981a27ec6_o.jpg
100% crop of the above:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3184/3020102227_4581f788bf_o.jpg

The resolution of this camera is just staggering... <drools>

- Steve

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I am about to rape my Canon XSi........

2008-11-03T23:23:52Z

... i LUV it so much..... !!!!!

(And yes i DO realize rape is not a laughing matter... just being a smart ass.... Please preempt the slings and arrows, ye humorless ones out there....).

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New Carl Zeiss lenses for Canon EOS

2008-10-27T19:21:19Z

Don't know how I've missed this, but I've been super busy...

Carl Zeiss has started supplying Planar T* lenses in 50mm and 85mm for Canon EOS EF mount:
http://www.dpreview.com/news/0809/08091501zeissforcanon.asp

Blessings and Light,
M

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Canon - ize me....

2008-10-24T01:04:49Z

So my baby arrived on sat (at 11:34 AM,EST)..., he's a beautiful XSi, and he's genius rite out the box....got the EFS18-35 kit that comes with it...

So... now i wanna hear from all those who proceed me in being a happy, productive Canon owner....

Got an xtra battery, extra 500 G HD, UV filter, tripod, 3 year warranty (that covers dropping and water damage).... from experience.... what do i do next, my friends...?

Also - iPhoto isnt gonna cut it anymore.... so Lightroom or Aperture ??

I am not a pro, but am good, and wanting to start to take my photography more seriously......
Portraiture is where my next interest lies (done mostly cityscapes till now...)... so think i'm gonna get the EF 85mm f/1.8 or 100mm f/2... what say thee people of Dig SLR ??

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Lightroom or Aperture.....??

2008-10-18T04:41:23Z

Tell me now.... for you- which and why.......

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Online store .... anybody us BUYDIG recently....??

2008-10-15T04:39:09Z

I cant be the only one who still cringes when thinking of buying online......

Even tho - i've almost never had a bad experience MYSELF.................

But i absolutely cannot find a better price for the DigReb i want.....

Would kinda rather walk on down to B&H here, where everybody and their mamma has raved about, but......

wait- in looking again- seems like BH has lowered their price.....
now wouldnt b saving all that much 2 get online.....

well- no reason not to ask anyway......

anybody rave/rail on BuyDig.com... ??

http://www.buydig.com/shop/product.aspx?omid=122&utm_id=17&ref=pricegrabber&utm_source=PriceGrabber&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=CNDRXSIK1855&sku=CNDRXSIK1855

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=search&A=search&Q=&shs=rebel+xsi&ci=0

and yeh, yeh- i know i "shouldn't" be buying the kit lens.... but i do want a grab n go, everyday, no thinking lens.....
plus its only 99$ in kit......

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dpreview's Photokina 2008 interview of Canon's Masaya Maeda

2008-10-04T14:34:00Z

I suppose some fluff, but there are also interesting trends foretold in this interview:
http://www.dpreview.com/news/0810/08100302_canoninterview.asp

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5D Mk II

2008-09-30T01:09:46Z

Not a rumor anymore, but the official Canon press release:

http://www.usa.canon.com/templatedata/pressrelease/20080917_5dmkii.html

HD video shooting, silent mode, 21MP, ISO 25,600, 3.9 fps. $2699 body only.

I covet.

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Where else?

2008-09-30T00:41:19Z

So, as Tribe is looking increasingly problematic
(frankly, I worry that one of these days (or nights)
Tribe will become unavailable... permanently and
without notable warning to that effect) does anyone
have any suggestions about a similar-ish sort of
community/resource for photographic types?

Do any of y'all hang out and get good input/info/etc
(and offer same!) elsewhere online?

- Steve

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testing, testing, 1, 2, 3....

2008-09-19T20:03:41Z

Tribe appears to mostly be back, after a week or more of downtime

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your prints

2008-09-15T04:20:45Z

Any one have a good suggestion for a good poster size printer that will not break the bank. A photo type which one could print small portraits

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Photo Plus at Javits center Oct 23-25, 2008 in NYC

2008-09-12T22:53:44Z

http://www.photoplusexpo.com/ppe/index.jsp

Sign on before Oct 3, for free registration.

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Canon Announces 15-megapixel 50D

2008-09-10T03:39:38Z

On the eve of the big Photokina show in Germany, Canon has announced the successor of the popular 40D, the unsuprisingly named 50D. With most of the features of the previous prosumer models in the lpine, the 50D adds:
15.1 Megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
6.3fps continuous shooting, max. burst 90 JPEGs with UDMA card
DIGIC 4 processor
ISO 100-3200, expandable to 12800
9-point wide area AF
3.0” Clear View VGA LCD with Live View mode & Face Detection Live AF
Magnesium alloy body, with environmental protection
HDMI connection for high quality viewing and playback on a High Definition TV

More at:
http://www.dpreview.com/news/0808/08082605canoneos50d.asp

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Nikon announces 12.3-megapixel D90

2008-09-04T08:56:18Z

Another Photokina announcement ... the first DSLR to include a movie mode

12.3 megapixel FX CMOS sensor
4.5 fps continuous shooting
Nikon EXPEED processor
ISO 200-3200, with boost to include ISO 100 and ISO 6400
11 focus points
3.0" TFT LCD, with ~920000 pixels
body constructed if of aluminum alloy and plastic
HDMI video, with PAL or NTSC

Here's a Photokina article about this new prosumer Nikon model:
http://www.photokina-show.com/0548/nikon/digitalcamera/d90-nikon/

And dpreview content about the D90 :
http://www.dpreview.com/previews/nikond90/
http://www.dpreview.com/news/0808/08082702nikond90previewed.asp

Nikon has also announced a new lens timed to go with this camera:
http://www.photokina-show.com/0549/nikon/zoomlens/nikkor-18-105-nikon/

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lightroom or aperature

2008-09-01T22:39:08Z

Do you use either of these programs for editting, storing, etc. I just got CS3 and wanted to know if these programs are useful.

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favorite point & shoot for d slr owners?

2008-08-20T08:17:48Z

what do you use? what do you like? dislike about it?
is it fast? good in low light?
how big can you blow it up and print ?
how nice are your images from you p &s , compared to your dslr?

i shoot with cannon 5d w/ L lens.. but they're just to bulky for everyday use.

i'm in the market for a pocket camera, a small one.
thanks :)

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Olympic Photo Gear

2008-08-20T02:53:41Z

A glimpse at photo gear from the Beijing Olympics...

http://www.vincentlaforet.com/Gear/index.html

(warning: not recomended for those afflicted with severe gear envy.)

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SHOCKING PHOTOS POST THEM IF U CAN

2008-08-13T23:28:17Z

Ever shoot lightning? I am on a new quest to do so......Some methods are here:

http://www.weatherscapes.com/techniques.php?cat=lightning&page=lightning

Any other thoughts or ideas?

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Lenovo's Photographers' Notebook

2008-08-13T05:28:18Z

excerpted from engadget.com:
"Lenovo's ThinkPad W700, with a built in Wacom digitizer and an on-board color calibrator, is designed for graphic artists and photographers. Under the hood, the 17-incher sports the first-ever Intel Quad Core Extreme CPU in a laptop (no word on speeds at this point) as well as the first showing of NVIDIA's Quadro FX 3700 graphics chipset (with a hefty 1GB of memory on-board). The workstation also serves up dual hard drive bays configurable as RAID 0 or 1 (SSD or traditional disk, naturally), up to 8GB of DDR3 RAM, and an optional Blu-ray burner. Of course, that's fully kitted out -- the W700 starts at $2,978 and moves skyward from there."

http://www.engadget.com/2008/08/12/lenovo-intros-the-monstrous-thinkpad-w700-and-we-get-our-hands/

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TO USE PROTECTION OR NOT...THAT IS THE QUESTION!!!

2008-08-11T01:44:46Z

Would you buy a protection plan? Extended service? 3 years worth it?

Lens condo.......coats?

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Which Would You Rather Have...

2008-08-05T18:19:59Z

The latest Ritz e-mail flyer pitches a couple of Canon dSLR deals, so if you hypothetically didn't currently have a camera, which would you buy for $800:

- Canon EOS 30D w/50mm f/1.8

or

- Canon EOS Rebel XSi w/18-55mm f/3.5-5.6

No fair adding more horses to this race, choose between these two options please.

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Another Canon Deal...

2008-08-03T12:54:51Z

Do people enjoy hearing 'bout these? I'm good sharing 'em if folks want to hear 'em... And, of course, feel free to share any you stumble across as well.

Today we have 6th Avenue Electronics (a solid 8/10 rating - http://www.resellerratings.com/store/Sixth_Avenue_Electronics_6th_Ave ) offers the Canon EOS 350D Digital Rebel XT 8-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera in Black with the Canon EF 28-90mm f4-5.6 Lens for $418 with free shipping. Apply coupon code "SUMMER72908" and it falls to $392.92.

http://www.6ave.com/shop/Product.aspx?sku=CANXTBKKIT

That's a lot of dSLR for less than $400 out the door.

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Nikon Offers Buffer Upgrade for D3

2008-07-31T17:27:35Z

Bummed that your amazing new Nikon D3 can only shoot 16 14-bit lossless compressed NEF (RAW) frames in a single burst of continuous shooting? Nikon has the upgrade for you! For a mere $500US, Nikon can beef up your buffer (or buff up your beefer, if you prefer) to allow that D3 to blaze 36 14-bit lossless compressed NEF (RAW) frames in a single burst of continuous shooting.

More info here:
http://nikoneurope-en.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/nikoneurope_en.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=25465&p

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And now a Canon Deal for the weekend...

2008-07-30T01:11:18Z

As always, I have no ties to any parties involved.

OneCall.com (outstanding 9+ rating at ResellerRatings.com) has the Canon EOS Rebel XTi Black with EF-S 18-55mm Digital SLR 10.1-megapixel Digital SLR Camera Kit for $618.77 with free shipping (tax in ID, WA, WV only).

http://www.onecall.com/ProductDetails.aspx?id=33751

But... If you want another option, consider a factory refurbed Canon XTi from Adorama for a mere $469.95 and add your own lens to taste (may we recommend the fast and compact nifty fifty 1.8 by Canon for a mere $85 more). That adds up to $555.

http://www.adorama.com/ICADRXTIBR.html
http://www.adorama.com/CA5018AFU.html?searchinfo=canon%2050mm%201.8&item_no=3

Let's keep our ears to the ground for Sony and Olympus deals to round out these offerings.

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In praise of the LP-E4 battery, and the 1D Mark III

2008-07-25T20:41:12Z

At several belly dance shows now, I've been able to get more than 10000 photos out a single charged LP-E4 battery for the Canon EOS 1D Mark III camera.

I just got back from 15 day trip to Zürich and Istanbul, which involved three remote studio photo shoots for belly dance on three days (and two of them were 12 hour long days), two different dance shows, two photo interviews, plus just numerous travel photos. Almost 5000 frames created, including lots of reviewing for the studio work, and for the shows. Lots and a lots of camera raw, about 80GB worth of photos filling 2/3 of a brand-new MacBook.

The entire trip was done with two charged LP-E4 batteries ... and ZERO battery chargers!

This is the first trip I've ever done without a battery charger, but I needed to travel gear light. I was convinced it was possible because of the battery performance over long-duration belly dance shows. I covered a dance show the night before I left, and was a little nervous, but I ultimately left with 9% power remaining on battery 2.

The efficiency, power, and capability of this camera system are just incredible!

Blessings and Light,
M

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And a Nikon Deal as well...

2008-07-25T06:43:42Z

Again, I have no ties to any parties involved...

CircuitCity.com has the Nikon D40 6.1-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Nikkor Lens for just $431.99 (after 10% instant coupon code) with free shipping (although local tax may apply).

How to get this deal:
- Go to http://www.circuitcity.com
- Add the "Nikon D40 6.1-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera & 18-55mm Lens - Black" to Shopping cart for $479.99
- At Checkout apply 10%off Special Coupon Code : 8MAJTZLA9L (Exp Limited time)
( Note: To enter coupon.. at checkout process in 3rd step, Select "Would you like to use a gift or merchandise card, or apply a coupon" option to "Yes".. then coupon code box appears)
- Final Price: $479.99 - 10% = $431.99 + Free Shipping + State tax may apply
http://www.deals2buy.com/show/51408205/deals.htm

Enjoy!

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Overstock Pentax K200D Deal

2008-07-24T19:23:35Z

I have no ties to any parties involved, but wanted to flag this in case anyone was looking...

http://www.ableshoppers.com/deals/180724128/Pentax-K200D-10.2MP-SLR-Digital-Camera-518.94/

OverStock.com has the Pentax K200D 10.2MP SLR Digital Camera With 18-55mm Lens, 2.7'' LCD $518.94 (including shipping) after $30 off coupon and $100 Mfr Mail-In rebate (Expires 07/26/2008 and listed as a "Limited Inventory! Sell out Risk").

http://www.overstock.com/Electronics/Pentax-K200D-Digital-SLR-Camera-with-18-55mm-Lens/3037901/product.html?cid=54555&fp=F&siteID=l1d0M6hLXJ4-yPSfxsgOX86zfU9lKy7uTg

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JUST ANOTHER HAZY MORNING......OR WAS IT?

2008-07-11T12:39:00Z

I shoot tyipically with my Pentax set to manual mode with the exception of auto focus as my older eyeballs are fading fast. While shooting a friends canon (xti rebel) I found that it has a tendency to go to a faster f stop such as 3 or rather than drop shutter speed, I believe my pentax is like this. are all cameras like this and why would that be? to change this would you just go to a self program or user mode?

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Meet the New Nikon D700

2008-07-03T17:16:28Z

In addition to a new flash (the SB-900) and a couple of fun tilt-and-shift lenses, Nikon's announced their answer to Canon's 5D: the D700. This full-frame 12-megapixel body sports pro details, such as sealed magnesium body, in a compact frame with a $3,000 price tag. And it's got a built-in pop-up flash!

DP Review's given it their in-depth hands-on preview treatment: http://www.dpreview.com/news/0807/08070103nikond700previewed.asp

Also on the Nikon front (they've been busy beavers), firmware updates for the D300 and D3. Check it out here: http://www.dpreview.com/news/0807/08070104nikonfirmware.asp

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hot car

2008-06-27T01:05:13Z

i've heard it recommended not to leave a camera in the car on a hot day. has anyone ever had problems with this? what about putting it in a cooler with the plastic cooling packs?

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Narrowed my first dSLR down to four possibilities.........

2008-06-25T02:29:44Z

ANY input from owners of these would be awesome.........

IDEALLY i'd like to get a body and everyday lens and a Tele or zoom, for about $12-1500. The rest i'd like to spend on some lighting equip- as portraiture and nude are what i want to explore next........

It's 'tween the Nikon D80 (or 300 if i'm feeling particularly rich...) , or the Cannon DigiRebel XSi... i have no previous lenses- so i'm not in either camp yet..... Is it 'true' that Cannon has the best glass overall.....??

ALTHO - the Pentax K200(or K20- if i'm feeling above...) is becoming a sentimental fave - as i first learned 35mm on a K100(1000...??)....... and i've heard EXCELLENT stuff about it...... Anybody got one....??

I have heard good about all.... and still collection opinions........... and personal experiences with any of them...

I have been back into photography for about 4 years now..... here is my site......http://stefographer.zenfolio.com/

Willing to pick the brains of anyone who will respond...... Thanks all............

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New Canon XT w/28-90mm Just $426

2008-06-22T04:54:34Z

Just saw a great deal (I have no ties to seller) and wanted to share...

Sixth Avenue Electronics (8.13 out of 10 at Reseller Ratings http://www.resellerratings.com/store/Sixth_Avenue_Electronics_6th_Ave ) has the black Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT 8MP Digital SLR Camera With 28-90mm Lens for just $448.95. Add the 5% off code (AFL5... expires soon) at checkout and that brings the price down to some $426.50. Cheaper than some point-and-shoot Canons (6th Ave sells Canon's G7 for over a hundred dollars more at $547).

http://www.6ave.com/shop/Product.aspx?sku=CANXTBKKIT

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Upgrade

2008-06-19T04:02:25Z

I have a Nikon D50 and was debating whether to upgrade it.......of course sticking with Nikon......

I've seen a used D200 and new D80 and D300......

Just wondering what you all thought would be a good sensible upgrade for someone who considers himself a slight step above a beginner......assuming I had the money for a D300.......

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Compact Flash Memory Card Readers, is firewire worth it?

2008-06-14T07:12:56Z

With 8gb and 16gb Compact Flash memory cards becoming the new standards what are people using for faster card readers? What is the best bang for buck? I have been using a ThunderBolt USB2 reader for a while now and I am feeling like getting a new one. The ThunderBolt still works great but I want a new one. How much faster will data move from the card to my drive over firewire4/800 in comparison to USB2? Has anyone had a firewire reader stop working?

When traveling I bought a backup reader at a camera store (Digital Concepts) and those are terrible. They will work for about 3 transfers and then die.

Has anyone had errors/corruption with 16gb CF cards?

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technical analysis of noise in DSLRs

2008-06-03T06:39:37Z

This is a really interesting and technically-engaging imaging science on sensor noise by Emil Martinec:
http://theory.uchicago.edu/~ejm/pix/20d/tests/noise/index.html

Blessings and Light,
Michael

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O'lright then - wot's the deal with 3rd pah'ty lenes, then....??

2008-06-01T20:09:27Z

Will i be sacrificing any or ALOT of image quality by going with Sigma, Tamron, Tamron (or whatever that name is...)...??

I am seeing that across the board they are cheaper..., but is it a case of getting what u pay for....?
Do the big guys invalidate anything if u use 3rd party lenses in any way ( like repair or warranty of some such - some electronic biggies can be such sticklers for proprietary stuff at times....)?

Personal experiences anyone (hit me, Steve-O......mmmmmmm lol) ??

Also- what kinda lens do i want to get to do portraiture that leaves JUST the subject in sharp focus , and blurs everything else alot...... - that's shallow depth of field, yeh...??

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Hey nice frame......

2008-05-30T03:47:34Z

A co worker bought a Rebel XTI and brought it into work to show me. I was rather disapointed in the quality of the feel alone. the digital readout was rather cheesy as well. It is a 10 meg sensor and the photos seem ok. No image stabilization with two lenses it seems exceedingly light (no metal frame?) all plastic feel sems to give it a cheap "feel" with a toss away when done appearance to me. Is this just me or was this an entry level piece? Entry level or not at $1000 for the package.

posted in Digital SLR - 2 replies

walmart???

2008-05-25T16:40:02Z

Nikon I see now is available at Walmart.....I did not think they would go there. Cannon I knew was there, but Nikon? 40D, 6 mega pix. not much for lenses though.

posted in Digital SLR - 12 replies

Does IS Matter?

2008-05-23T13:21:00Z

Since this came up in another discussion, but deserves its own topic...

Does Image Stabilization make a real difference in your photography? Would you pay more to have it? How much more? If it does matter, do you prefer it in the camera body proper or in the lens itself?

The world wants to know!

posted in Digital SLR - 12 replies

Eos 1Ds MkIV ??? Already?

2008-05-23T02:38:49Z

Have y'all have seen this...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/52964625@N00/2170695359/
?

posted in Digital SLR - 6 replies

Canon Rebel XS/1000D Rumored

2008-05-21T18:27:18Z

Photography Bay ( http://www.photographybay.com/2008/05/21/canon-rebel-xs-1000d-specs-surface/ ) has possible specs:

- 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor
- Digic III
- 7-point AF
- 3 FPS
- 2.5-inch LCD w/Live View
- Simplified 450D-style menus
- Weight 540 grams

posted for Canon's next budget offering.

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New Canon Rebates

2008-05-21T17:18:12Z

Canon's offering rebates on select camera bodies, flashes, and lenses for the next two months...

The cameras are:
EOS 5D - $300 rebate
EOS 40D - $200 rebate

The lenses are:
EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM - $125 rebate
EV 85mm f/1.2L II USM - $125 rebate
EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM - $100 rebate
EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM - $100 rebate
EF 50mm f/1.2L USM - $100 rebate
EF 35mm f/1.4L USM -$100 rebate
EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM - $75 rebate
EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM - $70 rebate
EF 17-40mm f/4L USM - $50 rebate
EF 70-200mm f/4L USM -$40 rebate
EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM - $35 rebate
EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM - $30 rebate
EF 28-90mm f/4-5.6 III - $15 rebate

The flashes are:
430EX - $15 rebate
Speedlite 580EX II - $30 rebate

Offer ends July 19, 2008

Details at: http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=PromotionsAct

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Curious about Pentax.. - as a co. and their glass.......

2008-05-18T03:53:43Z

While it is somehwhat a long shot (at $1299. body only)- i am
considering the Pentax K20D as my first dSLR.....

14.6 Mp and the weather sealing are VERY enticing....

Anybody have a good idea about them as company- from PERSONAL
experience...?? Where they may be headed, if i'm gonna be stuck wit
'em... luv to see what people know...
.Any Pentax users in the house...? Or owners of their lenses...?

Thanks all.... StefanTonio (ST.) aka Stefographer

http://stefographer.zenfolio.com/

posted in Digital SLR - 1 reply

just the right package...?.....?.....

2008-05-17T03:23:40Z

I am thinking of getting a camera package together for my daughter. I see that olympus has a little set up with two lenses and a decent body. Any one have one of these? how is the package? would you recomend it to a starter? She will be taking a digital phtography class in the winter (Jan 2009). I would love to be prepared for her.

posted in Digital SLR - 7 replies

New to dSLR - what's your advice?

2008-05-13T19:02:46Z

New to dSLR and wondering what advise you'd give a newbie about .... well, anything really. Lenses, settings, filters, hints, etc.

As a convert from all-my-life-with-point-and-shoots, the appeture and shutter terminology is mind boggling. So any attempts to keep it "light" and "user friendly" would be greatly appreciated!

New Camera: Canon 400D/xti .... soon to be investing in the underwater set-up although the price tag for the housing is staggering!

posted in Digital SLR - 15 replies

New Tribe - Underwater Photography

2008-05-06T17:16:04Z

Thought some of you might be interested. I was surprised that there wasn't a tribe on this already, so here we go. http://tribes.tribe.net/underwaterphotography

Best wishes to all.

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