Posts: Maik723 | Ugly Hedgehog

Oct 29, 2022 21:02:14 #

Canon 5D M4 or mirrorless

[quote=Maniseas]I have been using the Canon 5D Mark 3 soon after it became available and over time I have acquired several lenses: 24-70mm f2.8L, 16-35mm f2.8L; 70-200mm f2.8L; a 100mm macro lens and a Sigma 85mm f 1.4 prime lens. I am familiar and comfortable with the 5D Mark3 but wish to upgrade. Should I consider the Mark4? Are the improvements over the Mark3 significant enough to warrant the price ($2.7K at B&H) or should I consider a mirrorless (even more expansive.) How will my lenses perform on the mirrorless with an adaptor? I hate to think of replacing all these lenses. This will be a significant investment to replace the beloved Mark3. Your expert advice will be greatly appreciated.[/quowork.

I had the same situation. I purchased the R5 and never looked back. The adapter with the older lenses work flawlessly. I was fortunate enough to trade the 5DMIII in for a 5DMIV to use as a backup and never been happier.

Oct 24, 2022 10:48:49 #

Ordered a Lume Cube Mini

grandpaw wrote:

Supposed to be here Wednesday from B&H Camera. Thought I would give it a try. Should have asked before ordering one but what are your thoughts on this little light?

Yup,,,,,,,been using one for years for video and indoor macro photography. Bought another one. Love these little lights. Have even used them during power outages and doing certain home repairs where lighting is limited in tight spaces.

Oct 11, 2022 19:45:14 #

Epson or not to Epson

CamB wrote:

When I order my Epson inks I don’t look at the price and submit the order before I have to think about it. This doesn’t make it cheaper but keeps the pain of it from getting to me too much.
…Cam

Woww.......that's funny. I thought I was the only one who do that.

Sep 16, 2022 13:08:16 #

Mirrorless Canon Cameras

Photonut2020 wrote:

I’m looking to get a mirrorless camera and wondering what anyones thoughts are on the mirrorless. I have a Canon EOS D80 and it’s time to upgrade. I have the Canon kit lenses, and a 50mm. I also have a Tamron 18-400 which I love. I’m assuming I can get an adapter for that lens. Any thoughts? Thanks

I upgraded from a canon MIV to R5 and have no regrets and never looked back. I say,,,,,,,,go for it. It's always good to investigate, solicit opinions and try/test the camera before locking in on purchasing or not. BTW,,,,,,it doesn't sound like you've succumb to GAS.

Sep 13, 2022 09:02:43 #

If you scan photos on a flat bed scanner

bsprague wrote:

I use the Epson software that came with my scanner. It produces wonderful results.

I agree. The software is fantastic. Never gave me a problem. Have made lots of money using Epson software.

Sep 4, 2022 10:15:23 #

How do you sign your photos on canvas

grandpaw wrote:

I am going to enter a couple of canvases in a show and they require them to be signed. How do you go about signing a canvas? Does having a digital signature work or count as a photo on canvas? any thoughts or suggestions would be helpful.

Fine point gel pens.

Jun 16, 2022 13:01:47 #

Dslr to mirrorless

What was your experience converting from dslr to mirrorless?

May 22, 2022 11:35:33 #

All Dressed Up, and Nowhere to Go

jerryc41 wrote:

We've been using Cyberlink's PowerDirector for years. It's very versatile. They're heading toward subscription, though. I bought the latest standalone version about a year ago.

What is the latest stand alone version?

Apr 30, 2022 15:31:36 #

JhnMhn wrote:

The petty and mean-spirited bickering from you two and a few others in this post and others has ruined UHH for me.I’m unsubscribing from UHH.

Yes......me too.

Apr 30, 2022 15:29:06 #

CHG_CANON wrote:

Well, if you're so brilliant, what are doing wasting your time rolling around here in the mud with the bugs on UHH?

LOVE IS THE ANSWER. WILL PRAY FOR YOU. GOD BLESS YOU.

Apr 29, 2022 13:01:10 #

CHG_CANON wrote:

It's your money. It's your decision. If you let the UHH community spend your money, nothing you have will ever be good enough to their standards. You're certainly failing to live up to mine.

Your standards? What standards? This forum is probably the only thing that makes your Life relevant and, is your only social outlet. God bless you and good luck with your LITTLE LIFE. LOL

Apr 29, 2022 12:57:15 #

Your standards? What standards? This forum is probably the only thing that makes your Life relevant and, is your only social outlet. God bless you and good luck with your LITTLE LIFE. LOL!

Apr 29, 2022 12:42:24 #

So, I've gotten roped into shooting a wedding. Yikes! Any advice greatly appreciated.

Fredrick wrote:

OK, against my better judgement, I have agreed to shoot a wedding for my cousin’s son’s wedding. Please don’t tell me it’s a really bad idea and that I should offer to pay for a professional photographer. I know you all mean well. I’ve already done that. As a bit of background:
I recently took a series of photos at another wedding (as a guest … they also had a professional photographer) and sent them out to a number of relatives. This groom to be (this August), his fiancée, and his parents looked at the photos and called me and begged me to shoot their wedding. I said no, no, no and downplayed any expectations, but to no avail. They loved the photos that I did as a guest at another wedding, so I just don’t see a way out of this without jeopardizing our relationship. No, I’ve not shot a wedding before. I’m mostly a landscape and street photographer.
So, I’m going to go ahead with this, and here is where I would appreciate any help and insight you could provide:
I currently own a Fuji X100V (fixed 35mm FF equiv, 26mp camera) and a Fuji X-T2 (24mm MILC camera) with plenty of zoom and prime lenses. The X100V has a leaf shutter, enabling me to fill flash up to 1/4,000 of a second. I have just a little experience using flash outdoors or indoors.
The wedding will be at my cousin's house (with a huge backyard). The ceremony will take place in the afternoon in the backyard, and reception will be in the backyard and also inside the house. Probably around 40-50 people. Lots of young adults and laid back relatives.
What I’m trying to figure out is, which camera do I use? Do I use both? What focal lengths? All the photos that I took at the other wedding as a guest was with my X100V, using fill flash with the built-in camera flash. Do I use one camera for outside and one camera for inside the house? The X100V has a built in digital teleconverter for 50mm and 70mm (in addition to the 35mm) which I can easily change. Which flash unit (if any) should I buy? I’m looking at Nissin and Godox TTL flashes (and my head is spinning). I realize if I use a flash I will have to practice quite a bit for it to become second nature to me (I have 4 months before the wedding). I plan on shooting in RAW + Jpeg, and use PSE and Luminar for post processing.
As you can see, I have some decisions to make before I start practicing. Any help/advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance!

OK, against my better judgement, I have agreed to ... (show quote)

Pray.

Apr 28, 2022 18:58:42 #

CHG_CANON wrote:

LOL

🖕