Posts for: peterg
Jun 25, 2019 09:06:01 #
Another vote for one of the Sony RX100 series, which I often carry with a case in my front jeans pocket.
My case is a "Megagear" since I have a "Lensmate" filter adapter attached. Other cases are to small.
My case is a "Megagear" since I have a "Lensmate" filter adapter attached. Other cases are to small.
Jun 23, 2019 09:23:26 #
Generally, the power bank's battery capacity is proportional to its price.
Most battery outputs are the older USB-A jacks. Use a charging cable with a USB-A plug at one end and appropriate USB plug at the other. You can get cables with USB adapters attached so one cable can charge many different devices. One of my cables will fit USB-micro, Lightning and USB-C devices. Thus, with a single cable, I can charge my battery and then charge devices with three USB type jacks.
Most battery outputs are the older USB-A jacks. Use a charging cable with a USB-A plug at one end and appropriate USB plug at the other. You can get cables with USB adapters attached so one cable can charge many different devices. One of my cables will fit USB-micro, Lightning and USB-C devices. Thus, with a single cable, I can charge my battery and then charge devices with three USB type jacks.
Jun 21, 2019 11:24:45 #
nadelewitz wrote:
Numerous folks have pointed out on UHH that camera tripod sockets are not meant or recommended for carrying the hanging, swinging weight of a camera. Unscrewing itself, pulling out the threaded insert, are two terrible possibilities. Use a strap that attaches to the strap lugs on the body.
Often discussed. Depends on camera/lens. Personally, I nor any of my photographer friends have ever had this problem. Like all equipment, one should regularly check all gear.
Jun 21, 2019 10:41:57 #
I use two kinds of straps/attachments since I also use a tripod with an Arca-Swiss compatible clamp:
1. Peak Design belt clips. https://www.peakdesign.com/collections/clips/
2. Black Rapid and FPGear Fusion Plate. https://fpgear.com/collections/fusion-plates. These plates come in different lengths and colors.
1. Peak Design belt clips. https://www.peakdesign.com/collections/clips/
2. Black Rapid and FPGear Fusion Plate. https://fpgear.com/collections/fusion-plates. These plates come in different lengths and colors.
Jun 20, 2019 09:09:05 #
LFingar wrote:
Agree. The UPS web site has very detailed info, including packing, allowable quantities and labeling Lithium battery shipments. As a starter, see: https://www.ups.com/assets/resources/media/en_US/pack_ship_batteries.pdf which includes the flowchart below.Try UPS. Since they have a private air fleet they seem to have a bit more leeway. According to their website they merely require proper packaging and protection of the terminals for any batteries not actually installed in a device.
Jun 20, 2019 09:02:47 #
uhaas2009 wrote:
Agree. Breakthrough filters (https://breakthrough.photography) are very good quality for the price. All variable ND filters will show the dreaded "X" when adjusted beyond their design limits. The fix is not to adjust that far. If I had only a single fixed ND filter, I'd go with something less (e.g. ND6) rather than the ND10.I got breakthrough filers, because almost no color cast.
Variable Nd they create the X when you used on highest stops, I tried a $26 Hoya variable Nd.
https://fstoppers.com/bestfiltertest
Variable Nd they create the X when you used on highest stops, I tried a $26 Hoya variable Nd.
https://fstoppers.com/bestfiltertest
Jun 18, 2019 11:20:01 #
For the most info, I use "RawDigger", https://www.rawdigger.com . It's a raw image analyzer, much more than an EXIF viewer.
Many features including raw histograms, EXIF, etc. Free trial. Windows & Mac.
With my Sony DNG and Nikon NEF files, it shows about 300-350 values from the EXIF file.
Many features including raw histograms, EXIF, etc. Free trial. Windows & Mac.
With my Sony DNG and Nikon NEF files, it shows about 300-350 values from the EXIF file.
Jun 18, 2019 10:56:14 #
There's no single strap for all cameras/lenses/uses. I agree with others. I use:
Optech for variety and price. A great place to start. I use both regular straps & bino-cam harness in my kayak.
Peak Design for design & flexibility.
Black Rapid. Use it with the FPGear, https://fpgear.com, Arca-Swis compatible camera plate.
PacSafe, https://www.pacsafe.com, straps with anti-slash steel cables for theft protection
Optech for variety and price. A great place to start. I use both regular straps & bino-cam harness in my kayak.
Peak Design for design & flexibility.
Black Rapid. Use it with the FPGear, https://fpgear.com, Arca-Swis compatible camera plate.
PacSafe, https://www.pacsafe.com, straps with anti-slash steel cables for theft protection
Jun 16, 2019 10:23:49 #
I'm happy that all the ones I've had were also free. It's a good life.
Jun 16, 2019 10:15:48 #
On my MacBook Pro (MacOS 10.14.5) launching Luminar 3.1.1 including its folder of thumbnails and ready for editing took 18 seconds. I quit and relaunched Luminar which then took 9 seconds to be ready to edit displayed photos. Launching Lightroom Classic after quitting took 10 seconds.
Jun 15, 2019 12:07:17 #
knelso4 wrote:
When I use my iPhone to record my GPS positions, I verify the correct world time zone, including Daylight Savings Time, then synchronize the iPhone's and Camera's clocks. Also, at the beginning and/or end of a track, take a photo of something at a known position.Thanks to all the responders. I'll probably go with the 2 step approach and hope Canon does create the 90D ... with integrated, low power GPS. (Broadcom has a new chip that seems like a good solution)
Jun 15, 2019 10:51:39 #
NatureRocks wrote:
On my Sony RX100, I use a wrist strap. For extra safety, I use a small carabiner on the strap which clips on a belt loop. Some grips that attach to the camera interfere with closing the camera's case. Thus, pick a grip or case, not both. Main problem is that it is so small that it easy to have it slip from your hands; there is an inexpensive 'glue-on' extensions of the body, which improves the holding.
Jun 15, 2019 10:33:40 #
mborn wrote:
Similar. I use iPhone's "Geotag Photos Pro 2". I have it send the compact .gpx locations file to my Dropbox. Use Lightroom to attach positions. An extra step over an integrated system? Yes. But, needs no extra gear over what I already carry with only slightly more iPhone battery consumption.I use Geotag on my Android phone in LR add the track to maps and auto tag the images
Jun 15, 2019 10:23:48 #
le boecere wrote:
I've carried a Sony RX100III, daily, for years.
Same. RX100 III. Fits with a case and attached Joby Micro Hybrid tripod in my jeans front pocket. There are more recent RX100 models with different features. My "old" iPhone with the "ProCamera" app saves DNG photos. Later iPhones have built-in RAW saving.Jun 14, 2019 10:13:40 #
I use MIOPS, https://www.miops.com.
To compare MIOPS models, see https://www.miops.com/pages/comparison
To compare MIOPS models, see https://www.miops.com/pages/comparison