The torch has passed, Sony and Canon are dominating the gear used by pros at Tokyo Olympics
Jul 26, 2021 09:57:00 #
pithydoug wrote:
Sorry but in the interviews with athletes the fact that there a few spectators is not a issue. When they are competing, it is all business. It seems to be an issue with those watching TV.
I think it's great for those watching TV as this year NHK is broadcasting the Olympics in 8K.
Jul 26, 2021 10:05:20 #
larryepage
Loc: North Texas area
Canisdirus wrote:
There are plenty of sports and wildlife cameras out there.
But only a few models will be used by professionals whose income depends on getting 'the' shot...consistently.
Yes, the Nikon D500 is not one of those models professionals go to for that mission...hobbyists...all day long.
But only a few models will be used by professionals whose income depends on getting 'the' shot...consistently.
Yes, the Nikon D500 is not one of those models professionals go to for that mission...hobbyists...all day long.
I was not seeking to be any more serious than any of the other ridiculous responses in this discussion...
Jul 26, 2021 10:19:51 #
steve_stoneblossom
Loc: Rhode Island, USA
CHG_CANON wrote:
The caterpillar thought it was the end of the world. But then, it was handed a Canon and became a butterfly.
Racking my brain, trying to remember if you've EVER posted ANYTHING on ANY TOPIC that was not shilling for Canon?
Can anyone else recall one?
Jul 26, 2021 10:21:38 #
While the post may or may not be of interest to you, I think we are all better than the snarky comments. Let's all main
maintain polite decorum.
Thank you.
Neal
maintain polite decorum.
Thank you.
Neal
Jul 26, 2021 10:29:15 #
chemsaf wrote:
While the post may or may not be of interest to you, I think we are all better than the snarky comments. Let's all main
maintain polite decorum.
Thank you.
Neal
maintain polite decorum.
Thank you.
Neal
I don't think the snarky comments were due to the lack of interest in the post. I think the snarky comments were because many perceived that the OP was trying to put down users of non Canon and especially Sony. Whether it was the OP intention or not I think many felt that way.
Jul 26, 2021 10:30:57 #
flip1948 wrote:
Well, here are pictures, compliments of NikonRumors, of the Nikon gear room at the Tokyo Olympics:
https://nikonrumors.com/2021/07/25/check-out-the-nikon-gear-room-at-the-tokyo-olympic-games-2021.aspx/
https://nikonrumors.com/2021/07/25/check-out-the-nikon-gear-room-at-the-tokyo-olympic-games-2021.aspx/
I'm glad to see this...competition is a good thing.
Jul 26, 2021 11:01:23 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
You are never too old to dream of buying a Canon.
I had a Canon DSLR once.
will
Jul 26, 2021 11:22:40 #
rcarol wrote:
I read that Canon is not providing onsite support for this Olympics because of Covid-19.
You read WRONG!!!
Jul 26, 2021 11:29:08 #
Jul 26, 2021 11:30:35 #
Soul Dr. wrote:
I had a Canon DSLR once.
will
will
I actually bought one quite recently. It has one special feature that suits one specific need, and is otherwise a most excellent doorstop. We use very heavy closure springs on our doors here, due mainly to quite stiff weather stripping.
Jul 26, 2021 12:26:48 #
steve_stoneblossom wrote:
Racking my brain, trying to remember if you've EVER posted ANYTHING on ANY TOPIC that was not shilling for Canon?
Can anyone else recall one?
Can anyone else recall one?
Nope…he is a firm believer that the hardware makes the image…when any actual photographer knows it is the 80/4 rule…80% of a good image comes from 4 inches behind the viewfinder. I guess he makes all those pithy comments on Canon gear and FF and mirrorless because he thinks they make him look smarter than the rest of us. Too bad…because his continuobashing makes a lot of people ignore him…which is a shame because he actually knows some things and could be a productive helpful forum member if he wanted to…except for the fact that he has turned a lot of people off.
Jul 26, 2021 12:29:18 #
Soul Dr. wrote:
I had a Canon DSLR once.
will
will
Me too…then later on I moved to something that more completely met my needs at the time…I’ve used several brands over the years and it is me that makes the image, not the gear.
Jul 26, 2021 12:31:37 #
Well, I would certainly switch, except for the fact that I like to shoot incognito and those white lenses are hard to hide. And so I will sadly continue with my Nikon gear. 
Jul 26, 2021 12:34:09 #
What no speed graphics😎
srt101fan wrote:
Come on, Bob, don't take it so hard that there are no view cameras there....
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Jul 26, 2021 12:42:29 #
Athletics/sports in general has become so political that people just want a break from it all. Sad for the athletes that are simply wanting to be athletes. I have deliberately avoided watching and engaging in the events. It is now water under the bridge. I think that there are some great people who are striving to be the best. They just don't have the support and cheering that they deserve. The press and media has a huge responsibility for creating fairy tales and drama that is out of place and a turn off for me.
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