At a photography crossroads
Feb 20, 2017 08:51:32 #
As someone from the wet westcoast myself, my first reaction was - move back! Then I got a grip on myself and realised, as someone who has had to move way too often, that every new place has its own wildlife, and lo and behold, Mac comes along and reminded me, and all of us, of all those wonderful Florida wildlife shots I have envied, so, take a deep breath, keep that equipment (I have a Tammy and wouldn't want to live without it) whether you get a bridge camera as well or not, and revel in the wildlife wealth of your newfound home. Eventually every new place begins to feel like home and even if you'll never be a local to the locals you can bring a richness and freshness to the vision of your new home that will be worth while sharing.
Feb 20, 2017 08:57:13 #
I recently upgraded from a Sony RX 100 to a canon 80 D. Mainly used the Sony as a point and shoot but did learn to control exposure in automatic mode by aiming at what I wanted to expose for, pressing shutter halfway, and then composing. But I never took full advantage of what that camera could do until I got the Canon, read the manual, and said gee, wonder if the Sony can do that too. Often it could. The Sony is a great camera 20 MP, shoots RAW and fits in my pocket. I'm sure newer ones are even better.
Feb 20, 2017 09:06:33 #
Like others who have posted, I think maybe you've jut hit a slump. Been there. I don't think you will be happy with a point and shoot. Maybe think about a mirrorless. I have both the Sony A6000 and now the Canon M5. I bought the Sony on a lark, and do find it quite capable, but I'm not interested in embarking on a different lens system. Don't give up you'll get your moxy back sooner than you think.
I'm going to give the M5 a work out soon on a trip to D.C. Since it's not really a photo trip I'm only talking one lens. Youngest grandson will use the Sony. We'll see how we do.
Happy Shooting
I'm going to give the M5 a work out soon on a trip to D.C. Since it's not really a photo trip I'm only talking one lens. Youngest grandson will use the Sony. We'll see how we do.
Happy Shooting
Feb 20, 2017 09:06:54 #
wizbird
Loc: Burnt Store Marina, Punta Gorda, Fl
There are many great camera clubs in Florida. Suggest you research and find a good one near you. Don't know what part of Florida you are at. Naples has two excellent photo clubs. In March of this year the Florida federation of camera clubs is holding a convention at Florida Gulf Coast U near Fort Myers. Three day deal. You can attend that to peak your interest.
Feb 20, 2017 09:12:58 #
StunnedDuck wrote:
I have a Canon 7D with a number of lenses from a w... (show quote)
Do you want to downgrade the following, comparing the 7D with the P900:
Image Ratio w:h, 3:2 v 4:3
Pixels, 18 v 16
Sensor, APS-C (22.3 x 14.9 mm) v 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm)
Uncompressed Format, RAW v none
Aperture, depends on lens used v F2.8–6.5
Manual Focus, yes v no
Focus Points, 19 v what the camera is limited by
Viewfinder, optical(pentaprism) v electronic
Minimum Shutter Speed, 30 sec v 15 sec
Maximum Shutter Speed, 1/8000 v 1/4000
External Flash, yes((Hot-shoe, Wireless plus Sync connector) v no
Flash Modes, Auto, On, Off, Red-eye v none
Continuous Drive, 8 fps v 7 fps
Exposure Compensation, ±5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) v ±2 (at 1/3 EV steps)
AE Bracketing, ±3 (3 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) v none
WB Bracketing, Yes (3 frames in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis) v none
Weather Sealed, yes(water and dust resistant) v no
Battery Life, 800 shots v 360 shots
...just for your consideration
source: https://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/side-by-side?products=canon_eos7d&products=nikon_cpp900
Feb 20, 2017 09:22:20 #
RG4073 wrote:
... it requires that I get creative about how I tell my stories. The constraints are my friends because I am challenged by them and I am learning to do new things constantly. Sonofagun! It's fun again!
Awesome advice
Feb 20, 2017 09:22:28 #
Feb 20, 2017 09:22:30 #
Leitz
Loc: Solms
StunnedDuck wrote:
I have a Canon 7D with a number of lenses from a w... (show quote)
Until you get over the notion that the problem lies with your equipment, you'll never get out of that rut!!
Feb 20, 2017 09:29:40 #
jerryc41 wrote:
I always travel with a compact. All cameras take good pictures, and I can carry it in my pocket or in a belt case. Currently, I have a Sony A6000.
The other good one is the tiny RX 100 series. Compact and powerful.
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Feb 20, 2017 09:33:17 #
u1003074
Loc: Goshen, New York
The wall you may have encountered may not be a photographic one, but rather a philisophical/spiritual one. Dig down and try to rediscover from where your ultimate meaning in life derives. Get reacquainted with it, and let it remotivate you to explore and photograph that which gets your juices flowing.
Feb 20, 2017 09:36:31 #
rapvich is correct. Personal photography is far and away a means of documenting events, day to day living. Usually including people, friends and relatives. Decided that one more sunset, tree, bird, flower or what all, isn't worth my time and will ultimately end up in file 13, anyway. I am slowing going through my photo albums and pictures of friends taken over the years are being sent to them if they can be located.
Feb 20, 2017 09:36:43 #
djlouden wrote:
Like others who have posted, I think maybe you've ... (show quote)
I got the a6500 and the Canon lenses focus like fire on this camera. I highly recommend that you look at the a6500 and try it out. It is a wonderful camera well built with all the bells and whistles of the Alpha seven line for half the price and have the weight. It's fun to shoot and lightweight and very easy to use.😜
Feb 20, 2017 09:49:48 #
After reading many of the comments I felt that I may have written the responses myself. As I have repeatedly stated I do not consider myself a photographer. I take pictures. The last two trips to Europe I took my Canon 70D with a 18-135mm and a 75-300mm lens. I love the camera and the results I get from it. I do not like the weight aspect. I looked for a camera that had greater capability than a point and shoot. I also wanted a compact camera. I went mirrorless. For an interchangeable lens camera I picked up an Olympus OM-D E-M10 with a 14-42mm lens and a 40-150mm lens. I also picked up a Canon G5 X. Both satisfy the light weight aspect and the capability of modifying shutter priority and aperture. So far I am very satisfied with the performance of both cameras. We will be doing a Danube River cruise this summer. I'll post some of the pictures after we get home and you can tell me how I did. NotAnselAdams
Feb 20, 2017 10:42:56 #
gvarner
Loc: Central Oregon Coast
A classic case of technological overkill. I suffer from that too. It's like getting rid of clothes - if you haven't used it in three years, get rid of it. Every single camera can take snapshots. None will be able to see a scene the exact way your eye/brain sees it but some do a better job than others. Get one of those. The easier it is to use, the less complicated, the more you're likely to use it. And don't think about making a piece of art, just take pictures.
Feb 20, 2017 10:43:58 #
Well StunnedDuck, maybe it's a good time to take a break and stop beating yourself up. We all have dry periods where the camera doesn't get much of a workout, and that's OK. You don't have to be "up" all the time. I have a big case full of equipment - 3 cameras, a lot of lenses and a lot of flash equipment. But when I go away, I take one body and one 18-135mm lens and I deal with photo opportunities accordingly. I haven't been disappointed yet.
Take a breather and one of these days you'll find the inspiration you're looking for - probably in an unexpected place and time. Good luck to you.
Take a breather and one of these days you'll find the inspiration you're looking for - probably in an unexpected place and time. Good luck to you.
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