Posts for: chrisg-optical
Feb 25, 2024 10:33:20 #
Charles Whittier wrote:
I just was given a Canon A-1 very good condition and workable (after getting new battery from Amazon).
Looking for ideas of subject matter that would be worth shooting a roll of film and prosessing cost. I have a new roll of Fuji 200 to use.
Any ideas?
Looking for ideas of subject matter that would be worth shooting a roll of film and prosessing cost. I have a new roll of Fuji 200 to use.
Any ideas?
Well you have 36 blank canvases to paint any pictures you like! Think of it that way.
Film teaches you much more about discipline since in the back of your mind you don't want to waste frames (and money) on bad shots or subjects. With digital you can shoot away with wild abandon, but most shots turn out either badly or redundant in the process.
In 2010 Steve McCurry shot the very last roll of Kodachrome ever. If you watch the documentary on YouTube he used a digital camera to verify exposure and composition first, since Kodachrome had a very narrow latitude exposure wise. (The movie Kodachrome with Ed Harris is also a good watch.)
Maybe you will get some ideas from this - https://www.vanityfair.com/culture/photos/2011/02/last-kodachrome-slide-show-201102_old
Street photography is always a good genre for film. I see a lot of shutter bugs in NYC still carrying around film cameras of all sorts. The A-1 (and AE-1) were great film cameras of their time - historic.
Feb 25, 2024 09:56:21 #
niteman3d wrote:
Nope, I don't need no stinkin' mirrorless camera a... (show quote)
Well I can understand. Back in 2022 I had to sell my D7200 (and D3300) and all the lenses to raise some temporary cash while the house I was living in was on the market for sale - I had mostly FX lenses too as I was anticipating getting a FF DSLR. Well the house sale changed my plans as I was not planning on getting rid of the D7200 which was more than fine for me too - "I didn't need no stinking mirrorless or full frame either!" I was planning on jumping to another system like Fuji X-T5 or X-HS2.
Well later in 2022, having some funds to splurge, I decided to try a refurb Z6ii with a 24-70 f/4 lens. They refer to the lens as a "kit" lens but it is so good IMO. Then in 2023 I expanded with a few used F lenses, FTZii, and then later added the Z7ii refurb. Love both of these cameras. They feel like butter in the hands compared to the D7200 actually. Having no mirror slap really makes the difference. There are also many other benefits of course, such as being able to adapt so many lenses for one. In retro, I probably should have waited a bit for a Z8 refurb. The Z7ii is a great camera you will like it. I am looking forward to a Z50ii or the much rumored "Z500", but don't hold your breath I am told.
Feb 25, 2024 09:42:53 #
billnikon wrote:
Your quote, " I don't need no stinkin' mirrorless camera" yet you already owned a Z50, what gives with your wrongly worded post?
What you never noticed the mirror inside the Z50?
Feb 20, 2024 16:44:13 #
If you asked me 19 months ago I would say keep the 24-70 given that you also have the 70-200.
However, if you asked me 18 months ago I would say keep the 24-105 for the longer reach and less lens changing.
Experience is a great teacher.
However, if you asked me 18 months ago I would say keep the 24-105 for the longer reach and less lens changing.
Experience is a great teacher.
Feb 19, 2024 09:38:31 #
Johnsonbdr wrote:
I checked online and the warranty is only 90 days. Not sure if it's really worth the savings. Canon has 1 year on their refurbished camera equipment.
Yes, correct, and also there is only a 14 day return policy if returned as received (with RMA number from Nikon). So, what that means is, if you order refurbished cameras and lenses from Nikon, is to unpack it as soon as received, and inspect everything. Items are usually packed generically in plain white or brown boxes - no retail box - don't expect one. Each item is wrapped in bubble wrap, and the package as a whole is well cushioned. Recharge the batteries and check that everything works as expected. Put the camera/lenses through the paces and make sure all modes work. Get a shutter count on the first image - should be low or zero on a refurb product (does not apply to a Z8/9 as there is no mechanical shutter for exposure - make sure the protective shutter works though.) If something seems not right within the first few days, call Nikon to get an RMA replacement. Save all the packing material for at least the warranty period 90 days. I wish they would extend that to 180 days at least. I heard that at one time Nikon did not offer any warranty on refurbs, but don't know if that is true.
Feb 18, 2024 07:39:13 #
Real Nikon Lover wrote:
Recently I talked to my good friend who just purch... (show quote)
That was nice! Good to hear!
Feb 17, 2024 09:25:58 #
JohnSwanda wrote:
I see you didn't bother to read the link in the OP. The judges knew it was AI, and it was allowed in the part of the contest he entered.
But what if AI wasn't allowed, and the judges did pick an AI image....that will occur sooner or later.
Feb 17, 2024 09:08:54 #
Don, the 2nd son wrote:
On this subject: I have noticed that colors perceived by my right eye differ from the left eye, try it.
I haven't noticed that effect ever myself, but I don't doubt it exists for many due to differences in rod/cone wavelength responses, iris color, angles, etc.
I have noticed that depending on what other color it is adjacent to, and the thickness or coverage of the color on the screen, it can affect perceived colors, even though the RGB value is exactly the same on the same monitor.
Some colors are tricky too. Years ago I designed a website for someone, and he was fussy about a particular shade of orange as the theme color. He complained that the orange looked different in the certain parts like fonts and thinner sections/lines. When I showed him the RGB values were exactly the same, he was amazed.
Feb 17, 2024 08:42:39 #
I think the judges probably felt so duped. Ameca would be proud!
Feb 17, 2024 08:37:02 #
camerapapi wrote:
I never had an issue with refurb products. Perhaps I have been very lucky but I never had an issue with a second hand camera or lens either.
Yes and I can say the same for my Z6ii and Z7ii refurbs (direct from Nikon USA)...amazingly new condition, not a scratch, works fine now for over a year/6 months respectively, zero shutter counts upon receipt. Also great experience with KEH camera with used F mount lenses, all in EX+ condition.
Feb 17, 2024 08:28:09 #
tcthome wrote:
If I'm correct, Nikon gives a one year warranty as if new. But that canon guy is correct, best to read the fine print no matter what you purchase.
Nikon refurbs are 90 days only.
Feb 17, 2024 08:26:33 #
OMG the GAS pains are unbearable ... a Z8 for $3200.... tempting.
Feb 17, 2024 08:25:02 #
rngdmn wrote:
After modest editing and no cropping in Lightroom, I can’t email a full-sized JPEG. It arrives greatly reduced. Example: 36MP original may be 1.5MP when converted to JPEG but email recipient gets a 175 KB image. I have tried downloading and saving the full-sized image to files, and then sending that version. (Trying to take Lightroom out of the equation). Still the same result.
Use Google drive (15GB free) and send the share link via email. Some email systems will block any attachment over 1M for security reasons, sometimes even less.
Feb 15, 2024 07:25:45 #
gwilliams6 wrote:
More than 50 Sony A9III at the recent Super Bowl. ... (show quote)
That just shows they are all being incentivized or coerced into using a particular brand by contract or job requirement. I'd rather see a diversity of choices by thinking photographers.
Feb 15, 2024 07:20:26 #
Capn_Dave wrote:
I am just curious. Does anyone read previous comments, or do they just post answers the we get to read over and over. Just look at this post and see how many people said the same thing. "You can't go from film to RAW"
Here at the UHH, we promote redundancy, repetition, and beating a topic to multiple deaths and resurrections. :)))))
