Posts for: SteveTog
Jun 8, 2018 21:39:53 #
What you photographed are the souls of innocents trapped in the primordial ether.
(Or maybe it's solidified, particulate bio-matter from that time when you sneezed on your lens.)
(Or maybe it's solidified, particulate bio-matter from that time when you sneezed on your lens.)
May 31, 2018 06:20:03 #
I have used Wasabi batteries as backups for several Nikon bodies as well as two Fuji bodies. They charge in all chargers and none have exhibited any problems. I trust them for paid jobs and personal project just the same. For some reason, I still make sure I have at least one of my Original Manufacturer batteries on hand, too. But I never have had cause for that particular caution.
I also use non-OEM batteries for my power tools. Maybe I'm stupid, but I have saved a lot of money over the years using non-oem batteries and haven't had cause to regret it, so far.
I also use non-OEM batteries for my power tools. Maybe I'm stupid, but I have saved a lot of money over the years using non-oem batteries and haven't had cause to regret it, so far.
May 23, 2018 21:08:07 #
I used a x20 at PhotoPlus in NYC. I really wanted it to be the best thing that has ever happened to street photography, but in my opinion, it simply wasn't there.
I mated it to the excellent 23mm f/2 lens and found it was just too small for me. Keep in mind that I love the XT2 and I think that the XT2 might be one of the best cameras that I have ever handled. But a lot of that is because they made it just the right size to be controllable and put the entire magic triangle (ISO, Aperture, and Shutter Speed) right where they should be.
The problem with x20 is that when FUJI went smaller than the xt-2 they don't have enough space to have those controls handy anymore. I found my self uncomfortable and fumbling with the camera. And because of that I was concentrating too much on how to shoot the little bugger and not enough on composition, timing and just getting the shot. Settings on the fly were nearly impossible. Now this would have improved if I had forced myself to shoot with it for a few days, but who wants to do that when the awesome XT-2 can do it better?
Still, there's a need for a tiny camera. Like when you are with a small child, or traveling for work. If I need to go THAT small, I use a Sony RX100iii, which is better than using my phone but certainly not a DSLR.
To sum it up; I absolutely love the XT-2, but the x20 was, at best, just ok. It's just too small.
I mated it to the excellent 23mm f/2 lens and found it was just too small for me. Keep in mind that I love the XT2 and I think that the XT2 might be one of the best cameras that I have ever handled. But a lot of that is because they made it just the right size to be controllable and put the entire magic triangle (ISO, Aperture, and Shutter Speed) right where they should be.
The problem with x20 is that when FUJI went smaller than the xt-2 they don't have enough space to have those controls handy anymore. I found my self uncomfortable and fumbling with the camera. And because of that I was concentrating too much on how to shoot the little bugger and not enough on composition, timing and just getting the shot. Settings on the fly were nearly impossible. Now this would have improved if I had forced myself to shoot with it for a few days, but who wants to do that when the awesome XT-2 can do it better?
Still, there's a need for a tiny camera. Like when you are with a small child, or traveling for work. If I need to go THAT small, I use a Sony RX100iii, which is better than using my phone but certainly not a DSLR.
To sum it up; I absolutely love the XT-2, but the x20 was, at best, just ok. It's just too small.
May 22, 2018 07:43:39 #
SteveTog wrote:
My Olympus camera is awful.
The chip is pathetically small.
The files are tiny.
There is too much shutter lag.
It takes forever to start up.
The IQ is pathetic.
Write time is glacial.
ISO = sucks.
Anybody who says the IQ from this format is on the par of APS-C or FF is a moron.
By far this camera is the worst that I own. Even worse than my phone. There - got it off my chest. Thanks for listening.
The chip is pathetically small.
The files are tiny.
There is too much shutter lag.
It takes forever to start up.
The IQ is pathetic.
Write time is glacial.
ISO = sucks.
Anybody who says the IQ from this format is on the par of APS-C or FF is a moron.
By far this camera is the worst that I own. Even worse than my phone. There - got it off my chest. Thanks for listening.
Oh yeah, Did I mention it is a c5060wz tbat I bought in 2003?
May 22, 2018 07:40:30 #
My Olympus camera is awful.
The chip is pathetically small.
The files are tiny.
There is too much shutter lag.
It takes forever to start up.
The IQ is pathetic.
Write time is glacial.
ISO = sucks.
Anybody who says the IQ from this format is on the par of APS-C or FF is a moron.
By far this camera is the worst that I own. Even worse than my phone. There - got it off my chest. Thanks for listening.
The chip is pathetically small.
The files are tiny.
There is too much shutter lag.
It takes forever to start up.
The IQ is pathetic.
Write time is glacial.
ISO = sucks.
Anybody who says the IQ from this format is on the par of APS-C or FF is a moron.
By far this camera is the worst that I own. Even worse than my phone. There - got it off my chest. Thanks for listening.
May 22, 2018 06:44:14 #
I took out my OLYMPUS 5060 (that one came out in 2003) last summer and took a few shots. The shutter lag was glacially slow, but it still produced an adequate image. 5mp is fine for posting stuff!
I love old gear and products that remain relevant. Your GAS was overdue and your 5050 served well. I'd love to get 15 years use out of my other digital cameras. Enjoy your new toy.
I love old gear and products that remain relevant. Your GAS was overdue and your 5050 served well. I'd love to get 15 years use out of my other digital cameras. Enjoy your new toy.
I took out my OLYMPUS 5060 last summer and took a few shots. The shutter lag was glacially slow, but it still produced an adequate image. 5mp is fine for posting stuff! I love old gear and products that remain relevant. Your GAS was overdue.
May 5, 2018 07:40:26 #
Great first effort!
To get better I recommend this: Experiment and learn. Try a bunch of stuff. Put any kind of back ground you want up there but don't block all the natural light; because it's purdy. Try shooting from different angles and using any old cloth or solid object you find around the house as a back drop. If a shot doesn't work, you've learned something.
Light colored objects like a white card or the white top of a tupperware thingy, held in the right place, can reflect some of that natural light back onto the dark side of the subject. That will change the photo so much you would be amazed. Mess around with that for a while. See if you like those shots. See what you don't like. You are learning more about your camera system every time you do this.
When you run out of ideas how to mess with the flower, re-read your camera manual. Now the stuff in the manual will make more sense.
Take a lot of photos, they're free and that's how you learn. Look at a lot of videos on the internet (about photography.) They're free and that's how you learn.
When you find a photo on UHH that you like and they bring up a term describing that photo that you haven't learned yet, Google the %^&* out of it. It's free and that's how you learn.
To get better I recommend this: Experiment and learn. Try a bunch of stuff. Put any kind of back ground you want up there but don't block all the natural light; because it's purdy. Try shooting from different angles and using any old cloth or solid object you find around the house as a back drop. If a shot doesn't work, you've learned something.
Light colored objects like a white card or the white top of a tupperware thingy, held in the right place, can reflect some of that natural light back onto the dark side of the subject. That will change the photo so much you would be amazed. Mess around with that for a while. See if you like those shots. See what you don't like. You are learning more about your camera system every time you do this.
When you run out of ideas how to mess with the flower, re-read your camera manual. Now the stuff in the manual will make more sense.
Take a lot of photos, they're free and that's how you learn. Look at a lot of videos on the internet (about photography.) They're free and that's how you learn.
When you find a photo on UHH that you like and they bring up a term describing that photo that you haven't learned yet, Google the %^&* out of it. It's free and that's how you learn.
Apr 29, 2018 08:41:33 #
There is a 12 step program for folks like you, but first you have to admit there's a problem.
:)
:)
Apr 25, 2018 06:08:15 #
I swore I'd never be a 'film snob.' But when we went back to visit my in-laws last year, I wound up bringing back my late mother-in-laws Yashica TLR. Not long after that, I now have four (4) film cameras - two 25mm's and two 120 medium formats. I'm loving my new (old) film cameras and now I suppose that bulk loaders and parent rolls aren't far behind.
Have fun, make good photos!
Have fun, make good photos!
Apr 7, 2018 18:45:45 #
OddJobber wrote:
That's because Steve is "free lensing". Detach the lens from the camera and hand hold it in front of the camera. No metadata because the camera thinks there was no lens, and yes, similar effects to a Lensbaby. You just have to watch for excess light hitting the camera.
My favorite lens, Tamron 150-600mm G2 for Nikon. Super sharp on FX or DX, hand holdable and didn't break the bank.
My favorite lens, Tamron 150-600mm G2 for Nikon. Super sharp on FX or DX, hand holdable and didn't break the bank.
Thanks OddJobber - your description was dead on. I have wondered about that lens. Good to know you like it.
Apr 7, 2018 18:43:53 #
Apr 7, 2018 17:28:51 #
jerryc41 wrote:
28-300mm
Jerry,
It WAS a Nikkor-S Auto 1:1.4 50mm lens until I ripped the aperture ring off the back and pinned the aperture wide open to f/1.4 with crazy glue. Now I focus it by holding it up the camera lens hole and moving it around until the display back looks to be in focus. By slightly changing the angle of the lens (or the camera) you change the focal plane and allow random light leaks. So yes, it is a handmade version of what a lensbaby lens does.
50's are great lenses. I love them. My Nikon 50mm f/1.4D is also definitely one of my favorite all timers.
Apr 7, 2018 07:10:33 #
I'd like to open a discussion about tools of choice. Are there any lenses that you keep going back to because you love the images that you get with it? I could be any kind of lens... a macro, a normal prime, even a walk-around lens. Just say why and maybe post a sample or two.
I was leaning towards macro in the autumn - I use a Tokina 100 f/2.8 for Nikon or a Nikon 60mm Micro, but I really love my broken 50mm f/1.4 that I use for free-lensing. It's not an every day lens, but I always get something interesting out of it so I like to play with it when I am feeling creatively stymied.
I was leaning towards macro in the autumn - I use a Tokina 100 f/2.8 for Nikon or a Nikon 60mm Micro, but I really love my broken 50mm f/1.4 that I use for free-lensing. It's not an every day lens, but I always get something interesting out of it so I like to play with it when I am feeling creatively stymied.
Mar 24, 2018 18:26:22 #
Nice and foreboding. Did you get a chance to sneak inside to take photos and then fight of ghosts, zombies and ghouls?
:)
:)
Mar 20, 2018 14:26:22 #
Squid with Testicals?
Really? I think you might have meant tenticles, but you never know.
Really? I think you might have meant tenticles, but you never know.