Posts for: Chicopee
May 29, 2017 12:18:28 #
jims203 wrote:
You are correct a new non Nikon brand remote will activate the focus when the camera is set to bbf. It certainly surprised me too.
I thot I'd read that somewhere...........I thot I was losing my mind in my 'old age'.! thanks
May 29, 2017 08:55:21 #
SusanFromVermont wrote:
Using a remote trigger will not change focus if you have your camera set up for BBF. You should be able to find the settings in your camera manual. For my camera, D810, the instructions are under AF-Activation [setting is "AF-On only"]
Thank you Susan. I am using BBF and love it. But I have been thinking of a remote when using a tripod (occasionally).
May 29, 2017 08:52:47 #
jimq wrote:
Nikon remotes with an Fn button will focus the camera if BBF is enabled by assigning BBF to the Fn button. On an 800, and perhaps others, there is a separate menu item for remote Fn, which lets you use the on camera button for something else.
Thank you........more research needed at my end!!!
May 29, 2017 08:04:40 #
jerryc41 wrote:
There was a lengthy discussion about this a few weeks ago. If only I could remember the answer! 
I believe the conclusion was that you set the camera to Remote, use BBF to set the focus, and then use the remote when you're ready. Experimentation with your camera and remote is the best way to find out.
I believe the conclusion was that you set the camera to Remote, use BBF to set the focus, and then use the remote when you're ready. Experimentation with your camera and remote is the best way to find out.
Now I really feel foolish. I thought all you had to do was plug the remote in and the camera recognized that it was plugged in...... And you were ready to go! I didn't know you had to go into settings
, somewhere, and make a change to remote. I will definitely have to look into this. Thank you Jerry
May 28, 2017 17:09:14 #
Longshadow wrote:
Yea, once I found out I could set BBF I never went back. I hated exposure lock and focus on the same button. You can't focus on one point and meter on another.
Same here Longshadow. Some expressed having a time to adjust. I never had any issues. My only issue is if I 'can't' find a way to use BBF. I think I have all my cameras set now....even my Nikon D50! So I'm a happy camper!
Thanks again for imput
May 28, 2017 16:11:01 #
Longshadow wrote:
On my T1i, my remote only does what the shutter button would do.
I have focusing assigned to another button, and my shutter button no longer performs the focus function.
I have focusing assigned to another button, and my shutter button no longer performs the focus function.
Right.....I have really come to like BBF.....but using it, it disables the shutter from focusing.....which of course everyone knows. I 'thot' I'd read where some remotes will focus, I guess using the 'shutter function' and then complete it by taking the pic.....I wasn't sure just how it all worked...only that I loved BBF and have put it on all my cameras.....thank you for your imput
May 28, 2017 13:30:17 #
PhotoKurtz wrote:
When I use my remote I am usually in manual focus.
Ahhhhh.....I haven't mastered that mode....usually use "A".......someday..........thank you
May 28, 2017 13:29:19 #
Dngallagher wrote:
It is never the remote that does the focusing, it is always the camera....
Anyway, if you assign a BBF, On a Nikon, use of an IR remote will cause the camera to auto focus normally, but a wired remote will not focus before tripping the shutter.
Anyway, if you assign a BBF, On a Nikon, use of an IR remote will cause the camera to auto focus normally, but a wired remote will not focus before tripping the shutter.
Thank you.........guess I will have to get one and try it....to become more comfortable w/ it.
May 28, 2017 12:45:53 #
I have several DSLR's. Some have a dedicated button for BBF.....others, I have to assign a button. My question is.....does a remote still work w/ BBF w/ a dedicated button AND/or.......an assigned button? Some of these remotes actually focus and then you can take the shot.....guess I'm thinking it won't work if you have an assigned button...
Thanks........
Thanks........
May 21, 2017 07:27:40 #
Panache...is a word you don't hear often anymore. But it seems appropriate. I agree I prefer these in their bareness rather than 'clothed in respectability'. Nice...
May 19, 2017 17:52:29 #
I read last week in a Bob Rankin article that there is a Windows 10 S update coming. He was not favorable toward this update because he said it will then only allow people to use the programs issued from the Microsoft store,.... I believe it was the Microsoft store . The idea is to safeguard kids on the Internet and the items that they download. It was my understanding it's going to cripple windows 10 users from using the programs they want to use. Right at the moment I don't have the link, I may have even deleted it I'm not sure but I think it's worth looking into. I am mediately went into my computer and check the box that said tell me that there are updates but let me choose the ones to be downloaded. However it seems that my machine does what it wants to do and downloads what it wants to download without my having a choice.
May 17, 2017 17:41:40 #
Very interesting observation regarding LCDs. I did notice this once when looking at the sky and I was amazed but I never connected the two. Very observant
May 5, 2017 16:45:18 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
Thank you, Pam! And the Panasonic DMC-G7 
That one is shaped similarly to my sx50, though has much more awesome viewfinder and other goodies.
The Oly is more rectangular (small) and has silver "retro" knobs. I'm smitten with both!
That one is shaped similarly to my sx50, though has much more awesome viewfinder and other goodies.The Oly is more rectangular (small) and has silver "retro" knobs. I'm smitten with both!
I have the G7 as you know.....called on the repair for the om 10 and they still hadn't gotten to it.....I wasn't a happy camper.....I've not even seen the OM10 mark ll yet but they ARE nice cameras.
I think I've just acquired a used Canon SX50 from KEH.....hope it works out well....maybe I'll sell them my SX40!
Anyway....I'm glad you like your new equipment......you know how to capture great shots!~
May 5, 2017 13:06:33 #
Great shots, especially three and four. It sounds like you have been smitten with the micro 4/3 Olympus bug! Good choice......good clarity.....good subject!!
May 1, 2017 06:53:09 #
dancers wrote:
I was informed if you pick a flower, it will never bloom in that place again.
They are too sticky I would never do that