Posts for: EdU239
Jun 10, 2023 15:28:56 #
May 11, 2022 09:51:52 #
Mustang1 wrote:
How can a person shoot in Auto and/or Program, have blurred, out-of-focus, underexposed pictures call himself a professional as he resorts to Photoshop to correct a lousy photo? Shouldn't he be creating that photo in the camera?
If they are shooting in Auto or Program the pictures probably aren’t out of focus or under exposed. But why single those settings out when there’s Autofocus, Aperture and Shutter priority, and auto ISO. Even if you’re shooting on Manual, cameras have built in biases, e.g., reviewers always seem to mention Canon’s colors, and you could argue that you’re not a professional unless you use Photoshop or some other editing tool to create the image that YOU want. A professional is paid to use the appropriate tools to obtain the desired result for a client or purchaser. Someone might enjoy the challenge to get it “right” in camera, but that in itself does not make them a professional.
Jun 21, 2021 21:43:55 #
Rockport and Camden an very nice coastal towns. Rockport has a number of art galleries and the Farnsworth Art Museum with a major collection of Andrew Wyeth. Keep going north to Bucksport--the Penobscot Narrows Bridge is a wonderful suspension bridge with a high enclosed observation tower and great view. There's also an old 19th century coast defense fort (Fort Knox, but not the one with the gold). The Blue Hill Peninsula is great for small towns (the town of Blue Hill is charming) and there are a lot of artists, potters, etc. Keep going on to Mt. Desert Island and Bar Harbor, with trails, coast, and a mountain with incredible views. Bar Harbor is a real vacation site, but by September shouldn't be too crowded.
If the name Wilhelm Reich means anything to you, you might want to visit Rangely. It's inland, but the area is lovely and Reich's former home is a museum with memorabilia.
If the name Wilhelm Reich means anything to you, you might want to visit Rangely. It's inland, but the area is lovely and Reich's former home is a museum with memorabilia.
Apr 15, 2021 09:30:41 #
runakid wrote:
I am a Nikon shooter as is my wife. We are both in... (show quote)
To state the obvious, what follows is based on my experience and my skills and limitations. I use a Canon 80D and an Olympus M10 II. I don’t think switching to mirrorless will automatically give you better pictures. However, I think the EVF on the mirrorless has a useful advantage—you see what the sensor sees. Of course you can do that with the DSLR’s Live View, but unless I’m using a tripod I find that extremely awkward. Also, my highly subjective view is that I generally get better results from the mirrorless if I’m shooting in bright sunlight. YMMV.
I second those who recommend renting before buying and perhaps comparing several models—I would definitely look at a Nikon mirrorless as well as a Sony or whatever else you might consider. I have rented a lot from BorrowLenses and Lensrentals and found them both excellent.
Nov 16, 2020 09:06:47 #
The 18-135 USM is a good choice; the 15-85 is a good alternative if you need the wider FoV, but it is an older design and the autofocus often has trouble locking on. I would also suggest the EF-S 24mm f2.8 pancake lens. It’s very cheap (currently $119 on Amazon), has decent optics and is effectively weightless at around 4 oz. In my view a great walk around lens if you’re in an urban setting. And since I mentioned a prime, you might also consider the 50mm f1.8 for around $150.
I use both the 18-135 and 15-85 on my Canon 80D (I usually set the 15-85 on manual focus). A while back I rented an SL2 and T7i looking for a first DSLR for my wife. I tried both lenses on the SL2 and thought they were too big (heavy) for the camera body. The kit 18-55 f4-5.6 was a much better physical/ergonomic match and seemed like an okay lens. As the saying goes, your mileage may vary, but I thought I should mention it since you were attracted by the SL3’s size and weight.
I use both the 18-135 and 15-85 on my Canon 80D (I usually set the 15-85 on manual focus). A while back I rented an SL2 and T7i looking for a first DSLR for my wife. I tried both lenses on the SL2 and thought they were too big (heavy) for the camera body. The kit 18-55 f4-5.6 was a much better physical/ergonomic match and seemed like an okay lens. As the saying goes, your mileage may vary, but I thought I should mention it since you were attracted by the SL3’s size and weight.
Apr 12, 2020 12:09:16 #
Rod Clabaugh wrote:
Being somewhat new to photography I have a question. When it comes to taking photos how can you tell if a picture is under or overexposed? Isn’t a little subjective? I find the task of photo editing daunting because I’m not sure if I should change a picture or not. It really handcuffs me sometimes because I don’t want to ruin a photo.
As others have said, what matters is whether you like the effect. To my eye the picture is overexposed because the detail in the cat’s fur is washed out. I have not read all the comments so this suggestion may be repetitive, but it looks like you were focused on the cat’s darker fur, which overexposed the white. Next time you try this shot or something similar, focus and meter on the white fur. Your darks will be darker but the white will be clearer. I don’t do sophisticated editing, but I find it easier to correct for underexposed darks than overexposed lights when they are in the same picture.
Jan 26, 2020 12:30:56 #
Keith S wrote:
Hi All UHH Members, br br I am thinking about mov... (show quote)
If you haven’t done so, you might want to rent or at least handle and take pictures with one of the Canon FFs so you can see what it gives you that your T2i doesn’t. As a practical matter, remember that you will need to adjust your expectations to account for the effective shortening of a lens’s focal length when you go from a cropped to a full-frame sensor. Also, it may not be important to you, but the FF DSLRs and particularly the EF lenses will be heavier than you are used to and you might notice that in the field. The mirrorless R and RP are similar in weight to the cropped sensor cameras, but again the RF lenses are comparatively heavy. (I rented an RP with an RF 24-105 lens and thought the combination was an ergonomic joke.)
I would look at the 6D/6D II or a used/refurbished 5D III, but I would also compare them with a cropped sensor 80D or 90D (the 80D would probably fit your budget better).
Good luck!
Jan 17, 2020 09:51:00 #
jradose wrote:
It is recommended that when shooting off hand, your shutter speed should be equal to or greater than the focal length of the lens to avoid blurry pictures due to camera shake. So, if I am using a 200mm lens, with my crop sensor camera, effective focal length is 300 mm. Let's say it is bright sunny out, and I am shooting shutter speed 1/800 sec. Should I turn the VR (or VC or OS, whatever your brand calls it) off leave it on, or does it even matter?
The rule is for shooting with a lens that doesn’t have stabilization. You can get good shots with a stabilized lens at slower shutter speeds than the rule would recommend. You might not see the benefit in the situation you describe with a high shutter speed, but there’s no reason to turn it off.
Jan 15, 2020 10:54:30 #
John7199 wrote:
Planning a trip to western parks, Monument Valley and Arches. Asking how are the TSA agents are with photo gear. Better to pack it in checked bag or take in carry on.
Thanks
Thanks
I have taken about one flight per year for the last ten years, either to Europe and in the U.S. I have never had any problem or questions about my camera gear from security. I would strongly recommend carrying your camera, lenses, etc. in carry-on and preferably in something that fits under the seat rather than in the overhead. Airlines occasionally limit what you can carry if the plane is full.
Jun 9, 2019 10:41:54 #
InfiniteISO wrote:
I have two driving vacations planned with my famil... (show quote)
I have not used the Panasonic so can't comment on it.
I purchased an M10 Mk II a couple of years ago primarily for travel. (I got it to supplement my Canon 80D which I love but is a real pain to carry on an airplane.) I would happily recommend the Olympus. It's small and easy to carry and I'm very happy with the pictures I can take with it. I have the 14-42 EZ pancake lens, the 14-150 f4-5.6 II, and the 17mm. f1.8. I also have the 12-40 f2.8 (bought used), although it is really a bit big for the M10 body and I generally don't use it for travel. In my case the 14-150 and 17 mm came as a pair. If you really like the camera I would suggest putting the 17mm on a list for a future upgrade. The 14-42 and 14-150 lenses in the B&H bundle are different from what I have but my guess is that performance is about the same. I probably use the 14-150 lens the most when traveling. Optically it's not in the same class as their Pro models, but it is a great walk around combination with the M10.
I find the Olympus menu system overly complicated and I think this is a fairly common reaction for people who are coming from cameras from other companies. If you have the opportunity it would probably be useful to handle one both to check out the feel (a lot smaller than a DSLR) and to get a look at their menu. If I haven't used the camera in a while, remembering where to look in the menu for something is a pain and there's a lot that I simply never use. Also, definitely get at least one extra battery and two if you can afford it. I think the camera is rated around 250 shots per charge and that seems about right. I started out with only one batter and had some extremely frustrating experiences with the battery going dead before I learned the lesson.
I hope you have some great trips!
Mar 21, 2019 10:33:44 #
shenee wrote:
Has anyone used the Canon G7X Mark ii ? What do you think about it? I had a Canon G16 really liked it . Comparing the two which do you like better?
A closer comparison to the G16 (which I love) is the G5X. It has the same optics and processor as the original G7X but includes a built in EVF. The G7X Mark II has a newer processor and supposedly better optical performance. I have used both the 5X and the 7X Mk II and prefer the handling of the latter. The 1” sensor is a step up from the G16’s, so IQ is better.
I keep being tempted by the 5X or 7X Mk II, but I really prefer the handling of my G16. I use it a lot when traveling and have on occasion left my DSLR and lenses at home for the greater convenience of the G16.
Mar 20, 2019 12:06:28 #
bobbyjohn wrote:
Dr Pepper designed a patriotic can featuring the S... (show quote)
One added bit of irony: From Wikipedia— The author was a Baptist minister and Christian socialist named Francis Bellamy.
Mar 20, 2019 10:14:00 #
They are using the original form of the pledge, which was written in 1892. “Under God” was added in the 1950s as part of the Cold War.
Mar 7, 2019 11:34:57 #
dsmeltz wrote:
And you did not miss having anything longer. Correct? It makes sense to me.
Correct. I did not miss having a longer telephoto. Might have felt differently if I were a serious birder. I did miss not having a wider angle so the 10-18 would have been a good addition or just the 15-85 if only taking one lens.
Mar 7, 2019 10:09:34 #
DJphoto wrote:
We are going to be spending 4 days each in Charles... (show quote)
I just got back from Charleston with my80D and besides the city visited Ft. Sumter and both the Yorktown and the Laffey. I only had the 18-135 lens and felt I’d have been better served by the 15-85 for the wider angle. With your kit I would take the 18-135 and 10-18.