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May 23, 2022 11:54:21   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
camera repair disappointment
User ID wrote:
Very simple. I do know it all
(or ~95% of "all"). Period.

You dont hafta accept that.
Its remains true regardless.
Its clearly far beyond you.


I guess punctuation and grammar fall into the other 5%.
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May 23, 2022 11:32:31   #
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camera repair disappointment
You seem confident that the problem was not due to user error. That would seemingly indicate a mechanical issue.

Just because your camera is working now doesn't mean it does not need repair. But if you're skeptical of the diagnosis, keep using it and pray the issue doesn't reoccur at an inopportune moment.
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May 23, 2022 07:59:51   #
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camera repair disappointment
I’m no camera repair expert, but is it possible that whoever evaluated yours was actually conscientious and, upon determining the problem, made some minor- albeit temporary- repair that would enable you to use the camera?

I know that I’ve taken my car to mechanics that have done the same.

Perhaps you should be thanking them rather than throwing them under the bus.
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May 16, 2022 19:29:58   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
This is why I don't trust Canon repair
AzPicLady wrote:
It's evaluative metering versus spot metering.

While pattern (evaluative) metering takes the entire image into consideration, it does place greater emphasis on the primary focal point being used.

I opened your images in PS and overlaid a grid. The giraffe changes position in respect to the center of the image.

In the bright image, virtually the entire body is in the lower left quadrant of the 16 'zones' that make up a 4x4 portion of the center, with the entire neck in the upper right. In the darker image, a good portion of the front of the body has moved into the lower right quadrant.

Any idea if you used the center focal point, or moved to another? Tiny differences can sometimes create much larger discrepancies. Again, just a guess. The sticky lens blades theory is worth considering, too.
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May 16, 2022 17:15:42   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
This is why I don't trust Canon repair
In Canon cameras what is "pattern" metering mode?
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May 16, 2022 16:33:21   #
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This is why I don't trust Canon repair
AzPicLady wrote:
Y'all might remember that I went through nearly a year of trying to get my 1 DX fixed. Never did. A few days ago Canon had a tent at the Phoenix Zoo and were showing off some new product. So I wondered by. I mentioned my difficulty with the 1Dx, which by chance I had been shooting that day. One of the fellows asked to look at it. He inquired if it had failed that day, and frankly I hadn't looked (as I've sort of learned to not bother). He looked back through my pictures and claimed they were all "perfect." Another fellow also looked and claimed them to all be "perfect."

These are two images they called "perfect." Notice they were both shot at exactly the same settings, but look at the difference. (These are undeveloped RAW converted to jpeg in LR.) I guess if that's what they call perfect, then my camera has no problems (which is what they claim!). There were about 6 more just like these that would have been some of the first they looked at.
Y'all might remember that I went through nearly a ... (show quote)


Are you able to determine exactly where the camera focused on each shot? Depending on how small the focal point is, could one have been on a darker spot than the other(no pun intended)? I see the sun glistening off the giraffe's back in the brighter image. Perhaps that is what the camera metered off in the darker shot.

Just a guess. You say it's not the only time it's happened, so I could be way off base.

I occasionally have similar results with my Nikon 750, but I always assume user error.
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May 16, 2022 09:57:16   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Upgrade Advice
CHG_CANON wrote:
You're having a GAS attack.

There's two ways to look at it:

1) You already have the equipment you need for successful wild-life photography, especially a 24MP cropped sensor camera in the D7200, exceeding the 'reach' and resolution of these two ideas: the 20MP D500 and the full-frame (un-cropped) 24 MP D750.

2) Rather than buying-up in incremental and expensive steps, just buy the ultimate top-end for the next change, leaving no more incremental steps. That camera is the 45MP D850 and some general purpose and full-frame zoom that replaces the 18-400mm DX lens.
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I merely addressed the asked question, but since GAS has been brought in to the discussion, it leads me to ask:

- What is it that you wish to do that your 7200 is unable to do? Is the 500 going to be able to do these things? The 500 seems to be a great camera, but the 7200 is no slouch.

- Since you say you mainly shoot birds, and your progression of acquired lenses keeps getting longer and longer, why would you be considering moving to full frame with the 750? This will cost you with reach.

Not trying to discourage you from making a purchase. Just asking you to consider if spending your money the way you're suggesting will prove advantageous. As for me, I wish I had the 7200 or 500 rather than my 7100, but I don't use it enough to justify the upgrade. The 750 is my workhorse; I shoot a lot in dim light.
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May 16, 2022 08:20:31   #
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Upgrade Advice
jerryc41 wrote:
Some comparisons - br br https://cameradecision.... (show quote)


Jerry you never disappoint!
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May 16, 2022 07:08:38   #
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Upgrade Advice
prcb1949 wrote:
Greetings all. Over the last 6 months I have done a series of upgrades. I had previously been using a D3300 body with a AFP Nikkor 70-300mm lens. I then acquired a Tamron 100-400mm followed by a Nikon D7200 which in turn I followed with a Sigma 150-600 contemporary lens. At this stage I am in the process of enjoying my D7200 and the improvements I have found using it. The Nikon D3300 I seldom use now and am thinking of buying either a D750 or a D500- this is where I need your advice. Given that I shoot mainly birds - which would be a good buy?
Greetings all. Over the last 6 months I have done ... (show quote)


I love my 750, but for what you’re shooting I think the 500 is the better choice. No shortage of camera comparison websites to use to compare the two. Some will even tell you the best lenses to pair with them.
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May 8, 2022 08:23:22   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Multi-camera straps/slings/holsters
Thanks to all for the suggestions. Looks like I’ve got some further research ahead.
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May 7, 2022 07:41:09   #
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Multi-camera straps/slings/holsters
jcboy3 wrote:
I have shot many events with two cameras. Sometimes one of the cameras has a flash and fast zoom, while the other has a fast prime. The thing to watch for is whether the cameras will bang into each other if you bend over, which can happen if you are using two slings that are crossed. This can be avoided to some extend if the slings have stops; common on many Black Rapid slings.

Black rapid makes adapters for converting two slings into a dual camera setup; basically a couple of straps that connect the slings front and back. But I do find the best solution is a true double camera sling. I just use a Black Rapid double sling, but I know many photographers that use some very attractive leather setups. They look like suspenders. Can be very sharp looking.

As for the 3rd lens in a lens bag, I don't think there's any way to make that look anything other than total geek. But you could use a Cotton Carrier vest and put it on your chest. I think that would get in the way of the straps. You could put it on a belt, but if you're thinking of putting a 70-200 or such in it it's going to be pretty big and get in the way. I'd probably put it on a belt and slide it around behind me; slide it forward to swap lenses and back to get it out of the way.

Or something like a Mindshift Rotation backpack, if you need to carry a lot of stuff.
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Thank you. That gives me some more options to consider.
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May 6, 2022 15:00:07   #
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Multi-camera straps/slings/holsters
Thomas902 wrote:
"...I'm taking on a project this summer, shooting events for the event planner to be used for promotional purposes (Instagram, etc.)..." Steve when you bid on this job did you factor in the cost of hiring a photo assistant for these gigs?

Even the thought of attempting to carry three bodies simultaneously strapped to one's body is beyond my comprehension. However I've worked as a photo assistant where I shadowed my photographer with an off camera speedlight on a boom pole. I've also shadowed a commercial architectural shooter with considerable gear in a rolling case. In both scenarios this accelerated the project's workflow by an order of magnitude.

My solution for doing events solo is similar to Paul's... A Black Rapid (Classic), a D7200 with the "Outlawed" Sigma 50-150mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM APO Lens for Nikon F Mount. Nikon sued Sigma for copyright violation, and won! Thus Sigma had to pull this epic optic off the market. I got rather lucky when I scored that Sigma Glass :)

As an adjunct to the above I carry the Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM Lens for Nikon F in a fanny pack... Works well for my gigs...

btw, if you go for the Black Rapid solution be absolutely certain you torque down on the camera &/or lens mount frequently... It may loosen and you'll be picking up the pieces of your kit after it hits the pavement. You have been warned!

Hope this helps Steve...
"...I'm taking on a project this summer, shoo... (show quote)

Thank you.

Yeah, 3 bodies would likely be overkill.
My likely choice of weapons would be my D7100 with 17-55/2.8 on one side and my D750 with 50/1.4 on the other, plus I was hoping to add a 3rd mount for my 70-200/2.8. I avoid flash at all cost, but I could put that on a belt clip.

Both of you that have recommended Black Rapid chose the single rather than the double. Have either of you tried both , or you only have firsthand experience with the single?
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May 6, 2022 12:27:34   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Multi-camera straps/slings/holsters
rcorne001 wrote:
I bought this on amazon. Comfortable and does a good job with two cameras.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HHNGWQF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1


Thank you.
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May 6, 2022 12:03:02   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Multi-camera straps/slings/holsters
CHG_CANON wrote:
Everyone is different. Personally, the rare times I'm working from / with two cameras at an event, having one hanging from a sling at my hip is handy enough. I carry my main camera with the strap wrapped around my right wrist. I can even just let that camera hang from the strap from my wrist as I shoot with the camera from the sling. I can also have screw / attachment points in the bottom of both cameras and just swap which is hanging from the sling via a clip on the sling (Black Rapid Sport).


Thanks. I see Black Rapid also has a 2 camera model.
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May 6, 2022 11:28:35   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Multi-camera straps/slings/holsters
Sidwalkastronomy wrote:
I love my cotton carrier vest and it has an add for one strap so you can carry a second camera. The vest to me is so comfortable


Checked the website. I see 2 models; one for one camera and one for 2 cameras. I see nothing about an add-on strap. Would what you are suggesting work for 2 cameras plus one large lens case for a 70-200 zoom w/hood?
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