Posts for: peterg
Jul 16, 2019 09:17:23 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
From AdoramaPix, you can order some 4x6 / 3x5 test proof prints at much cheaper than a large-scale initial test.
I got similar test prints with JPEGs from Bay Photo. 1. Calibrate monitor. 2. Adjust brightness to match prints.Jul 15, 2019 08:51:38 #
SkyKing wrote:
...peak design...capture and lens kit...
Several choices. Whatever option you pick, it takes practice to quickly change lenses. Practice, practice practice!! I use Peak Design's "Lens Kit", https://www.peakdesign.com/collections/clips/products/lens-kit . (Watch their 2-minute video. https://www.peakdesign.com/collections/clips/products/lens-kit#mosaic) Start with only one extra lens before trying with two extras.
Jul 14, 2019 08:22:24 #
Recently returned stuff to Amazon, I repacked it in the orgininal packaging, attached the Amazon-provided label and dropped it off at the UPS Store.
Another time, I had two items to return. (One was defective, the other didn't work with my computer.) Packed both in a single package. Included both RMA documents. Took to UPS Store. Both times, simple & free.
Another time, I had two items to return. (One was defective, the other didn't work with my computer.) Packed both in a single package. Included both RMA documents. Took to UPS Store. Both times, simple & free.
Jul 12, 2019 11:19:45 #
berchman wrote:
You are absolutely correct.He opened up that can of worms by saying:"Will I regret leaving my full frame or MFT with a variety of lenses at home and traveling instead with one of the smallest high quality compact bridge cameras instead?"
Jul 12, 2019 11:16:27 #
Fredrick wrote:
Great advice!With the available time you have left before your trip, I would go out and shoot, shoot, shoot in as many variable conditions as you can, then analyze the results and go shoot some more. Studying menus alone will give you analysis/paralysis. Study the menus in combination with shooting and analyzing.
If by the time you’re leaving you’re not satisfied with the results, then leave it at home and take your other camera/s. Have fun!
If by the time you’re leaving you’re not satisfied with the results, then leave it at home and take your other camera/s. Have fun!
Jul 12, 2019 11:13:51 #
berchman wrote:
No problem. Also, since BJW's first paragragh eliminated other camera/lens choices, the thread should be limited how to best live with his choice, not the wisdom of it.My mistake. I read his comment about "outrageously expensive" so I assumed without reading carefully that he meant the Sony RX10 iv which costs $1737 instead of the much cheaper RX 100 iv which costs $599 except now it turns out that he really meant the RX 100 vi which although $859 is still a lot cheaper than the RX10 iv.
Jul 12, 2019 10:21:06 #
berchman wrote:
Why give advice on the RX100 menus when the OP has an RX10?
Because the opening entry said "So, I’ve decided to take only the outrageously expensive Sony RX100 iv as my main camera", not RX10.
Jul 12, 2019 09:52:30 #
Have no fear. When traveling light, my RX100m3 is my first choice. Take the camera's manual, pocket tripod, plenty of SD cards. I also have a way to make file backups (diiferent subject).
Lacking a good book, slowly walk your way through the RX100 menus. Understand each item, read about it in the manual and choose you option. Once set, you probably won't change any during your trip. The "Mode" wheel, "Control Wheel" and "Fn" button features are the places for quick changes>
Learn how the "Control Wheel" and "Control Ring" acts for each "Mode".
The "Control Wheel" (back of camera) is very powerfull. Learn it! You can VERY quickly change primary settings, even faster than via the "Fn" button.
Spend lots of time configuring Menu -> Custom Settings (wheel) -> Function Menu Set. Once set up to your liking, this should be a primary way to set/change your settings in the field. Everyone likes their own Function (Fn) menu. I put the very few settings that change most to the top left. Don't be afraid to tweek this menu.
My "Function Menu Set" on my RX100m3 are:
Upper 1: Drive Mode
Upper 2: Focus Area
Upper 3: Metering Mode
Upper 4: Flash Mode
Upper 5: Flash Comp
Upper 6: Camera Lock-on AF
Lower 1: Focus Mode
Lower 2: ISO
Lower 3: Peaking Level
Lower 4: White Balance
Lower 5: Steady Shot
Lower 6: ND Filter
In the field, set the Mode and take pictures. Make almost 100% of temporary changes via the "Control Wheel" and "Control Ring", then via "Fn" button.
When done for the day, reset the camera to be ready for your grab-and-snap shots. Example: P Mode and review "Fn" choices.
Lacking a good book, slowly walk your way through the RX100 menus. Understand each item, read about it in the manual and choose you option. Once set, you probably won't change any during your trip. The "Mode" wheel, "Control Wheel" and "Fn" button features are the places for quick changes>
Learn how the "Control Wheel" and "Control Ring" acts for each "Mode".
The "Control Wheel" (back of camera) is very powerfull. Learn it! You can VERY quickly change primary settings, even faster than via the "Fn" button.
Spend lots of time configuring Menu -> Custom Settings (wheel) -> Function Menu Set. Once set up to your liking, this should be a primary way to set/change your settings in the field. Everyone likes their own Function (Fn) menu. I put the very few settings that change most to the top left. Don't be afraid to tweek this menu.
My "Function Menu Set" on my RX100m3 are:
Upper 1: Drive Mode
Upper 2: Focus Area
Upper 3: Metering Mode
Upper 4: Flash Mode
Upper 5: Flash Comp
Upper 6: Camera Lock-on AF
Lower 1: Focus Mode
Lower 2: ISO
Lower 3: Peaking Level
Lower 4: White Balance
Lower 5: Steady Shot
Lower 6: ND Filter
In the field, set the Mode and take pictures. Make almost 100% of temporary changes via the "Control Wheel" and "Control Ring", then via "Fn" button.
When done for the day, reset the camera to be ready for your grab-and-snap shots. Example: P Mode and review "Fn" choices.
Jul 11, 2019 19:13:36 #
speters wrote:
You are lucky. My 1Password encrypted vault has >930 passwords, software lic#s, etc. My passwords are long, unique, impossible to remember due to length an complexity. I don't have to type any of them, only a few keystrokes needed. Handy & secure. Many passwords are compromised not by the user, but by the companies where they are stored. Using the same/similar passwords is not safe.I don't understand, what would be the use of such software, it makes ubsolutely no sense whatsoever to me??
Jul 11, 2019 16:47:00 #
fetzler wrote:
Hope your house doesn't burn down. For me, it's was areal possibility when I evacuated from the Santa Rosa fire. Thousands other were not so lucky. Privately usiing a computer/smartphone in a public place is a different problem/solution (e.g. VPN).I have mine stored in a little book. If you are not in a public space this is OK. Mine is also in a foreign language as much a possible.
Jul 11, 2019 13:11:59 #
alexol wrote:
Good password management apps like 1Password encrypt their vaults. Personally, I see no reason to double encrypt. TrueCrypts is discontinued. Many are best for encrypting disks, not individual files. For individual files, I use the free, easy-to-use, highly rated Mac/Windows "Encrypto", https://macpaw.com/encryptoAnything that you want to keep reasonably secure in Dropbox should be in a secure vault using something like Truecrypt or Cryptainer etc.
Jul 11, 2019 12:25:30 #
alexol wrote:
I think these hacks were local computer attacks, not to stored vaults. Another reason to always use anti-malware tools.That's how I prefer to share my passwords, except I keep them in a secured container using Veracrypt, since DropBox has been hacked a couple of times..
Jul 11, 2019 11:16:11 #
bleirer wrote:
Check the camera’s manual and Google. Agree about lost features. Knowledge is power!Interesting. This is a Canon RP. I wonder if it is similar. I wouldn't want to give up 14 bit. The other stuff I could live with.
Jul 11, 2019 10:15:45 #
dancers wrote:
Every dog I've had is/was smarter than me! So far, fortunately, none can spell.your dog is smarter than you!!!!
Jul 11, 2019 10:13:09 #
I'm a happy "1Password" user. The "vault" of passwords, software lic#s, etc. is in my Dropbox. Thus, I can access passwords from my computer, iPhone, iPad, etc. Very easy, handy & secure.