Question about a Lens
Oct 16, 2017 16:50:09 #
Just a word to the wise:
Anyone who is contemplating walking into a public event of any kind with anything resembling weaponry like a camera or lens on a gun stock mount, please stop off at the nearest psychiatrist's office and have your head examined!
Nowadays, security measures are very stringent and what with the tragic and devastating events of the last few weeks, officials are even more stringent. When I go to photograph (I no longer use the word shoot) concerts, political rallies, sports events and business conventions, police and security personnel are closely inspecting camera bags, electronic flash (external) power packs- because they may be bombs or contain improvised explosive devices. They are even asking photographers to aim their cameras at the floor and take a picture- that's to make sure they are cameras, not firearms.
If any of y'all start walking around a venue with one of those old Novaflex rigs, you will be set upon by lots of big ugly guys with guns, truncheons and handcuffs and may end up spending at least a few days at the largess of the local constabulary. Don't do dat! The food's lousy and the bathroom facilitates are the pits!
Seriously folks!
Anyone who is contemplating walking into a public event of any kind with anything resembling weaponry like a camera or lens on a gun stock mount, please stop off at the nearest psychiatrist's office and have your head examined!
Nowadays, security measures are very stringent and what with the tragic and devastating events of the last few weeks, officials are even more stringent. When I go to photograph (I no longer use the word shoot) concerts, political rallies, sports events and business conventions, police and security personnel are closely inspecting camera bags, electronic flash (external) power packs- because they may be bombs or contain improvised explosive devices. They are even asking photographers to aim their cameras at the floor and take a picture- that's to make sure they are cameras, not firearms.
If any of y'all start walking around a venue with one of those old Novaflex rigs, you will be set upon by lots of big ugly guys with guns, truncheons and handcuffs and may end up spending at least a few days at the largess of the local constabulary. Don't do dat! The food's lousy and the bathroom facilitates are the pits!
Seriously folks!
Oct 16, 2017 23:42:52 #
Oct 17, 2017 00:34:04 #
Bill Emmett wrote:
White or off white lenses are a marketing ploy by ... (show quote)
Whatever Canon’s reasons are, in hot weather, light colored vehicles stay cool enough so that you can touch and keep your hand on the car. DO NOT try that with a black car. So I don’t know how much of that is marketing.
Oct 17, 2017 01:02:00 #
Novicus
Loc: north and east
E.L.. Shapiro wrote:
Just a word to the wise: br br Anyone who is cont... (show quote)
ABSOLUTELY !!
I have been thinking about painting them in Appropriate Color schemes , but that`s easier said then done , Security eases up when Long lenses are painted in any color but Black , Hence my previous comment about White Colored Lenses.
Oct 17, 2017 04:27:02 #
sdmike wrote:
I am new at photography and have a question. When I see a professional photographer on TV, most of the time the telephoto lens they use is black with light grey bands around the lens. What kind of lens is this, and what is the difference between it and most long lenses that are used by the main stream photographer...
You mean professional Sports photographers. Not too many Wedding photographers use a 400mm to 800mm lenses for weddings.
Oct 17, 2017 04:33:47 #
sdmike wrote:
I am new at photography and have a question. When I see a professional photographer on TV, most of the time the telephoto lens they use is black with light grey bands around the lens. What kind of lens is this, and what is the difference between it and most long lenses that are used by the main stream photographer...
Probably not this white lens:
smc-Pentax-DA 560mm f/5.6
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Or this longer one, a film smc-Pentax-A* ED IF f/8 1200mm Lens
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Oct 17, 2017 04:35:24 #
Novicus wrote:
ABSOLUTELY !!
I have been thinking about painting them in Appropriate Color schemes , but that`s easier said then done , Security eases up when Long lenses are painted in any color but Black , Hence my previous comment about White Colored Lenses.
I have been thinking about painting them in Appropriate Color schemes , but that`s easier said then done , Security eases up when Long lenses are painted in any color but Black , Hence my previous comment about White Colored Lenses.
How does Red go over with security?
Oct 17, 2017 07:31:40 #
Novicus wrote:
ABSOLUTELY !!
I have been thinking about painting them in Appropriate Color schemes , but that`s easier said then done , Security eases up when Long lenses are painted in any color but Black , Hence my previous comment about White Colored Lenses.
I have been thinking about painting them in Appropriate Color schemes , but that`s easier said then done , Security eases up when Long lenses are painted in any color but Black , Hence my previous comment about White Colored Lenses.
Oh God. Where do they come from???
Oct 17, 2017 10:12:17 #
OK folks! My point is that color does not matter. If you are going to attend a heavily populated event with any kind of very noticeable equipment, be sure to check in with the security folks and obtain clearance. If you are a professional you should have your credentials with you and it is best to secure accreditation or the necessary passes in advance.
It is not necessary to paint your lenses or bodies. Lens casings are finished with baked on paints or some are electroplated or anodized. Ordinary paints or lacquers will not adhere or dry properly and will probably begin to rub or flake off with handling. There is also a chance that paints will seep into the mechanism and foul things up- Don't do that!
Seriously- In the last number of years, I have seen unauthorized photographers or folks with suspicious looking gear run into serious issues with security and police personnel. The were not advised to alter the color of their gear but they were either ejected or arrested. In a few cases there were some rather violent take downs.
If you want to be treated as a professional or with courtesy, act like a profession and behave courteously. It is not at all difficult to secure permission if you do the paperwork in advance.
It is not necessary to paint your lenses or bodies. Lens casings are finished with baked on paints or some are electroplated or anodized. Ordinary paints or lacquers will not adhere or dry properly and will probably begin to rub or flake off with handling. There is also a chance that paints will seep into the mechanism and foul things up- Don't do that!
Seriously- In the last number of years, I have seen unauthorized photographers or folks with suspicious looking gear run into serious issues with security and police personnel. The were not advised to alter the color of their gear but they were either ejected or arrested. In a few cases there were some rather violent take downs.
If you want to be treated as a professional or with courtesy, act like a profession and behave courteously. It is not at all difficult to secure permission if you do the paperwork in advance.
Oct 17, 2017 10:55:47 #
Novicus
Loc: north and east
E.L.. Shapiro wrote:
OK folks! My point is that color does not matter.... (show quote)
Good point about paint , Strong Industrial paint is Needed , hence I have not painted my lenses yet , it has to be done Right , a homemade job might make security Suspicious , However Color Does Matter , as Many have seen Long White Lenses and Recognize them as such , back in the day , people would Admire my Awesome Telephoto rig , recognizing them as a Telephoto Lens , and as far as security goes , at the airport I look for security and explain where I`m going and show them my lenses , they appreciate that , yet it has been some years since I have traveled with those Novoflexes , as I`m retired and digital camera`s have great resolution allowing substantial cropping ,I do not need the Long Lenses for now , the only hassle I get at the airport is when my luggage goes through the scanner , revealing a Four-barreled something , upon opening the bag and showing my tripod ,allways brings a smile of relief to security .
These Days Long WHITE Tubes are recognized as Tele Lenses , anything else could get you pulled over , do know it better , I Am Done with this thread.
Oct 17, 2017 15:16:50 #
Oct 18, 2017 06:50:37 #
OddJobber wrote:
p.s. - Biggest difference between pro and main stream is that pro equipment cannot make phone calls. 
"...cannot make phone calls." Hehe. I'm going to steal that.
Oct 18, 2017 17:39:15 #
lamiaceae wrote:
You mean professional Sports photographers. Not too many Wedding photographers use a 400mm to 800mm lenses for weddings.
Only the Pavarotti when they're shooting where their not welcomed......
Oct 18, 2017 21:33:31 #
lamontcranston wrote:
I paint all my Nikon lenses white and put large gray rubber bands around them. All of my friends are impressed and my photos are much better now.
I use my red pinstripe tape.
Oct 19, 2017 00:57:59 #
Motorbones wrote:
Only the Pavarotti when they're shooting where their not welcomed......
"the Pavarotti"? Way too funny. Gotta use that one.
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