Posts for: timcc
Nov 6, 2022 00:34:42 #
I cruised the fjords last June with an a6000 and used a 16-70 lens for about 90 percent of my shots, and a 70-350 for the relatively few long-distance photos. Your 18-135 is a good lens that should cover almost all your needs. The 55-210 will be useful for the more distant wildlife shots.
Those are the only two lenses I would take. The a6000 is a wonderful camera, and if you shoot raw and do a little post-processing, you should get some great pics. It's a fun trip -- we were lucky with the weather, but it can get wet up there. The a6000 is not weather sealed, so I suggest bringing either a waterproof camera as a backup (I took an Olympus T-5) or a plastic camera sleeve to keep your a6000 dry.
I posted some shots from our trip on the website below.
Those are the only two lenses I would take. The a6000 is a wonderful camera, and if you shoot raw and do a little post-processing, you should get some great pics. It's a fun trip -- we were lucky with the weather, but it can get wet up there. The a6000 is not weather sealed, so I suggest bringing either a waterproof camera as a backup (I took an Olympus T-5) or a plastic camera sleeve to keep your a6000 dry.
I posted some shots from our trip on the website below.
Jul 28, 2022 21:40:38 #
jcwall396 wrote:
We're planning a trip to Iceland next year, and wh... (show quote)
We were in Iceland last month. Be prepared for beautiful scenery, but also for chilly (40s were lowest), gray, and sometimes wet weather. A rain jacket and pants were essential, and relatively light to pack.
I shot with an ASP-C Sony a6000 and two lenses: 16-70 and 70-350. I rarely needed the long end of the 70-350. Here are several pics (more are at my website below). The first was taken along the northern coast, the second on Grimsey Island, and the third on Vigur Island.
Jul 19, 2022 18:04:28 #
haren wrote:
Do you count your camera bag as a Personal item under the seat in front of you ? I can use my sling purse inside as a cushion for my longer lens inside my bag so that won't count as a personal item. The camera bag is 10/10 14. I do have another carry-on. Taking Fuji XT3 18/55 and 55/200 to Norway. Thanks for any suggestions.
Have a great trip to Norway! We were there last month (Bergen, Oslo, and a small-ship cruise through the fjords). It is a very photogenic country -- I've posted some pics on https://timcrossphotos.shutterfly.com/pictures/5. Be prepared for rain and gray weather, though, as well as some beautiful days. And, yes, my camera pack counted as a personal item on the United flight. Good luck!
May 10, 2022 22:10:46 #
Jacqui Burke wrote:
Get the Nexto device. I have been rravelling intsrnationally with it for years instead of a computer. It is blazing fast and accurate, small, and will backup simultaneously to a pn external hard drive (double backup) when plugged in. When not plugged it, it will back up tens of thousands of photos on one charge. You need this device!
I have also used a Nexto for several years for backing up during travel -- small, lightweight, very convenient.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1419020-REG/nexto_di_nv01p_1001_portable_all_in_one.html
May 2, 2022 23:00:11 #
Sony now has a 70-350 APS-C lens (105-525 FF equivalent), which is as close as you can get without a teleconverter. It is sharp (better than the 55-210 kit lens) and reasonably lightweight; sells for around $900. I love it on my a6000.
Apr 25, 2022 12:51:03 #
User ID wrote:
Pure UHH. Ignoring accuracy (and common sense) and taking a guess.
Just highlight all your picture folders, right click to choose "Properties" for a grand total.
Just highlight all your picture folders, right click to choose "Properties" for a grand total.
Quick and easy! Even simpler, if you have all your photos under "Pictures" in File Explorer, just right click on "Pictures" and go to Properties for the grand total.
Apr 22, 2022 11:56:51 #
Except in a competition, gallery display, or client requirement where it may be barred, you should feel the need to disclose the sky replacement only if you want to take credit for it.
Mar 20, 2022 22:39:33 #
Canisdirus wrote:
It's very simple...if there is a switch...you have lens IBIS built in.
If there is no switch...the lens is relying on the camera's IBIS...with Sony.
Believe me...they would go out of their way to show you a switch...it sells lenses.
If there is no switch...the lens is relying on the camera's IBIS...with Sony.
Believe me...they would go out of their way to show you a switch...it sells lenses.
I'm sorry, but this is not accurate. I have five Sony lenses for my a6000 (no IBIS), and all of them have OSS in the lens. Only one has a switch - the 70-350 - but each has image stabilization built into the lens itself.
The fact that four do not have a switch has nothing to do with whether they have OSS, which is built-in stabilization.
If you want to turn off lens stabilization in the four, you do so in the menu system.
Mar 14, 2022 17:26:28 #
I agree with bsprague: a great place to start is with the Photos program already in your Windows 10. It is simple to use:
1. Once you have imported your photos to a folder, simply right click on the photo you want to edit.
2. Click on Edit with Photos.
3. Options to straighten, crop, or rotate are on top of the screen.
4. Click on Adjustments to adjust Light (contrast, exposure, highlights, or shadows), Color (tint or warmth), Clarity, Vignette, Red eye, or Spot Fix (to delete dust spots, etc.).
5. Click Save a Copy or Save (drop down menu).
6. That's it! Very intuitive and easy, with all the basic edits. Once you've mastered this, you can move on to more sophisticated editing programs. Or not. 😃
1. Once you have imported your photos to a folder, simply right click on the photo you want to edit.
2. Click on Edit with Photos.
3. Options to straighten, crop, or rotate are on top of the screen.
4. Click on Adjustments to adjust Light (contrast, exposure, highlights, or shadows), Color (tint or warmth), Clarity, Vignette, Red eye, or Spot Fix (to delete dust spots, etc.).
5. Click Save a Copy or Save (drop down menu).
6. That's it! Very intuitive and easy, with all the basic edits. Once you've mastered this, you can move on to more sophisticated editing programs. Or not. 😃
Mar 9, 2022 14:36:04 #
So . . . where's the selfie of you in the water??
Feb 5, 2022 22:42:40 #
I've used Shutterfly for a dozen or so photobooks, and strongly recommend it. Easy to use, either with templates or your own freehand design. Quality has always been excellent. If you get on their email list, you'll be offered significant discounts.
Jan 23, 2022 16:56:27 #
Real Nikon Lover wrote:
I use a medium sized Giotto. I do have a question of other Hoggers. Years back I recall seeing a camera cleaning device it looked like a Giotto device but it was electric/battery powered that blew air or vacuumed the dust out. Anyone see a device like this? Do they still sell them. Blowing dust deeper into the camera has always concerned me. Seems like a vacuum source would be safer to the internals of the camera. Just sayin'.
I use a small vacuum designed for keyboards that has a tip that can reach into the camera body without touching any parts. It runs on 2 AA batteries and has enough suction to remove loose dust particles. You can find one in an office supply store, such as Staples or Office Depot.
Nov 24, 2021 12:52:33 #
If light weight is a primary consideration and you don't need long telephoto, the Olympus TG-6 takes excellent photos, including macro/close-up, and is waterproof, dust-proof, and designed for rugged outdoor use.
See pics on my website below for IQ examples (e.g., Beauty and the Beast, Washington Cherry Blossoms, and Ice Storm) taken with a TG-5. The TG-6 is even on sale:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=olympus%20tough%20tg-6&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ps
See pics on my website below for IQ examples (e.g., Beauty and the Beast, Washington Cherry Blossoms, and Ice Storm) taken with a TG-5. The TG-6 is even on sale:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=olympus%20tough%20tg-6&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ps
Nov 23, 2021 12:48:21 #
Jimmy T wrote:
I use PhotoScapeX. PhotoScapeX can be used accurat... (show quote)
I second PhotoScape X. While I use C1 for my Sony, the free PhotoScape X is perfect for my Olympus TG-5. It is an excellent editor and easy to learn. Just remember to save your changes.
Jul 31, 2021 13:34:21 #
Nice shot. The noise is not too bad, IMHO, but the image appears to have too much sharpening and/or clarity in PP. That can also produce the halos visible around the nose and paws. If you back them off a bit, it should reduce any noise, the high contrast, and the halos.