Posts for: DSLR
Apr 23, 2017 12:08:30 #
Apr 23, 2017 11:49:52 #
Hal81 wrote:
I don't play or even watch golf any more after my worst day of golf. It started out fine than on the second tee my best friend George dropped dead. It was my worst day. It was hit the ball and drag George, Hit the ball and drag George, Hit the ball and drag George. Ill never forget it.
You've just been given a 2-stroke penalty for that.
Apr 23, 2017 11:34:01 #
Excellent photo - Cropping suggested
Crop to subject:
Resize to 5x5, eliminate the building at lower right
Ignore Rule of Thirds
Crop to subject:
Resize to 5x5, eliminate the building at lower right
Ignore Rule of Thirds
Apr 22, 2017 11:50:08 #
Come on, now! The administration of SS is just "Democracy in action!"
Cynicism intended.
Cynicism intended.
Apr 20, 2017 10:52:17 #
FREE and from Windows: SyncToy (x86 and x64)
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=15155
SyncToy 2.1 is a free application that synchronizes echos or contributes files and folders between locations (e.g. External and Internal Drives drives, USB, Cards). Typical uses include sharing files, such as photos, with other computers and creating backup copies of files and folders.
I have set up as many of 10 separate operations on SycToy to copy folders (USBs, internal and external HHDs and SSDs, and cards) selectively or all consecutively.
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=15155
SyncToy 2.1 is a free application that synchronizes echos or contributes files and folders between locations (e.g. External and Internal Drives drives, USB, Cards). Typical uses include sharing files, such as photos, with other computers and creating backup copies of files and folders.
I have set up as many of 10 separate operations on SycToy to copy folders (USBs, internal and external HHDs and SSDs, and cards) selectively or all consecutively.
Apr 17, 2017 11:04:42 #
Me: HS typing benefited me more than any other classroom teaching.
US Army Germany (1955): Commissioned officers learned of my typing "skills" and paid me one or two dollars to type lesson plans. That lead to them asking me to not only type the plans, I would also to study the reference material, compose and type the lesson plan.
US Army Ft. Carson, CO (1956): Due to my typing "skills", I was assigned to the Company Clerk duties. From there I was transferred to S. Korea and served as the Pay and Allowance Clerk in a Battle Group located just south of the Freedom Bridge.
US Army Korea (1957-58): There was a severe shortage of typists and I was assigned to teach a typing class. My students? Koreans Attached to the US Army (Katusas), who spoke very little English and my Korean was limited to naming food! Result? The outcome was fairly successful, most students were able to type-copy English printed matter.
Post US Army: Typing, typing and more typing.
US Army Germany (1955): Commissioned officers learned of my typing "skills" and paid me one or two dollars to type lesson plans. That lead to them asking me to not only type the plans, I would also to study the reference material, compose and type the lesson plan.
US Army Ft. Carson, CO (1956): Due to my typing "skills", I was assigned to the Company Clerk duties. From there I was transferred to S. Korea and served as the Pay and Allowance Clerk in a Battle Group located just south of the Freedom Bridge.
US Army Korea (1957-58): There was a severe shortage of typists and I was assigned to teach a typing class. My students? Koreans Attached to the US Army (Katusas), who spoke very little English and my Korean was limited to naming food! Result? The outcome was fairly successful, most students were able to type-copy English printed matter.
Post US Army: Typing, typing and more typing.
Apr 15, 2017 12:39:31 #
The monopod suggestions offer a good solution and, probably, the best. I would suggest:
Slik Monopod 350 B&H # SLM350 at B&H for $29.94.
I've used Slik tripods, along with Manfrotto, for over 30-years and find them very durable. My oldest is still in use.
Slik Monopod 350 B&H # SLM350 at B&H for $29.94.
I've used Slik tripods, along with Manfrotto, for over 30-years and find them very durable. My oldest is still in use.
Apr 15, 2017 12:32:03 #
For those PC users without card reader or who need the ultimate card reader consider the Akasa InterConnect EX - Internal 5.5":
http://www.akasa.com.tw/update.php?tpl=product/product.detail.tpl&no=181&type=Card%20Reader/Hub&type_sub=Card%20Reader&model=AK-HC-07BK
FeaturesSpecificationContentsGalleryReviewsSupportRelated Products
• Brushed aluminum fascia panel
• 5-slot USB 3.0 card reader
• 4-port USB 3.0 HUB
• USB 2.0 electronic ID and smart card reader
• Two USB charging port provide up to 2.4A
• Charging port support smart phone or tablet fast charging
• High performance USB fast charging controller provide auto detect
and charging
• Meet USB battery charging specification
Check out their entire line of card readers.
http://www.akasa.com.tw/update.php?tpl=product/product.detail.tpl&no=181&type=Card%20Reader/Hub&type_sub=Card%20Reader&model=AK-HC-07BK
FeaturesSpecificationContentsGalleryReviewsSupportRelated Products
• Brushed aluminum fascia panel
• 5-slot USB 3.0 card reader
• 4-port USB 3.0 HUB
• USB 2.0 electronic ID and smart card reader
• Two USB charging port provide up to 2.4A
• Charging port support smart phone or tablet fast charging
• High performance USB fast charging controller provide auto detect
and charging
• Meet USB battery charging specification
Check out their entire line of card readers.
Apr 13, 2017 10:27:54 #
Search "Mountainsmith" at B&H for Mountainsmith Borealis Camera Backpack - $145.21
B&H # MOBABG MFR # 14-81230-65
Fits DSLR, 2 Lenses, Flash & Accessories
Accommodates 17" Laptop
Anvil Airway Suspension
Front Pouch & Interior Organizer
Vertical Zip Front Pocket
Zippered Gear Compartment at Base
Side Tripod Attachment
Water-Resistant Exterior
Padded Waist Straps with Pockets
Removable Rain Cover
You may find this, as I have, as "the" solution for backpack for all-day on the trail.
B&H # MOBABG MFR # 14-81230-65
Fits DSLR, 2 Lenses, Flash & Accessories
Accommodates 17" Laptop
Anvil Airway Suspension
Front Pouch & Interior Organizer
Vertical Zip Front Pocket
Zippered Gear Compartment at Base
Side Tripod Attachment
Water-Resistant Exterior
Padded Waist Straps with Pockets
Removable Rain Cover
You may find this, as I have, as "the" solution for backpack for all-day on the trail.
Apr 13, 2017 10:13:15 #
Fuji X100t- Fixed 25mm lens - Fuji X-T1 Interchangeable Fuji X mount lenses
Check used at www.keh.com and www.bhphotovideo.com.
B&H has several of the X-T1 body only at $599.95 and up, and the X-T1 with the 18-55mm lens at 1,099.95.
Check used at www.keh.com and www.bhphotovideo.com.
B&H has several of the X-T1 body only at $599.95 and up, and the X-T1 with the 18-55mm lens at 1,099.95.
Apr 8, 2017 12:14:42 #
B&H - $179.95
Manfrotto MH054MO-Q6 Magnesium Ball Head with Q6 Top Lock Quick Release
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/
Manfrotto MH054MO-Q6 Magnesium Ball Head with Q6 Top Lock Quick Release
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/
Apr 6, 2017 11:38:37 #
I found that CTRL + results in sub-scripted text - CTRL + again and normal text resumes.
Apr 4, 2017 15:23:22 #
Commenting on the article's author:
Really? "I loaned money from my sister to trade in my Canon 500D . . ."
And, "till" is what a farmer does. It's either until or the colloquial 'til.
As it erases the preceding thought, the incorrect use of 'but' diminishes clarity of communication. To maintain continuity of thought, use of an adverb (such as: yet, however, therefore, etc., as the context requires) preserves the former.
Really? "I loaned money from my sister to trade in my Canon 500D . . ."
And, "till" is what a farmer does. It's either until or the colloquial 'til.
As it erases the preceding thought, the incorrect use of 'but' diminishes clarity of communication. To maintain continuity of thought, use of an adverb (such as: yet, however, therefore, etc., as the context requires) preserves the former.
Mar 27, 2017 11:57:13 #
FYI – Zion NP has two separate areas; the main section and Kolob Canyons (locally Kolob Fingers). Zion NP is entered either from Springdale, UT or Mt. Camel Junction, UT; Kolob Canyons off I-15 exit 40 at New Harmony, UT (about half way between St. George and Cedar City, UT).
Google Map: https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/kolob-canyons.htm
ZION HIKES: Angels Landing (not for the fainthearted) is a must and offers great views. Careful! Steep trail and dangerously narrow near the top.
Emerald Pools is reached on a moderate trail. (See my Trail-head picture.)
KOLOB HIKES: Kolob Arch, Lee Pass Trail-head: The second largest arch in the world spans 287.4 feet (see link for full details). About 8-miles from trail head. Allow 12-hours for round-trip.
Bear Trap. Approximately two-miles further from Kolob Arch is the Bear Trap side canyon entrance. The canyon is a narrow slot canyon (30-40-feet wide?) that, for all practical purposes, ends at the source waterfall of a shallow stream running through the canyon. (Overnight)
ICEBOX CANYON: For the experienced climber, only. Ask a ranger in the Visitor Center about this one. My recollection: From trail-head to “jumping off point” is a mile-plus 2,000 foot elevation change, moderately difficult. From there: Tie-in to a somewhat loose anchor, rappel down 150’ (?) and tie-in again so a somewhat loose anchor, rappel down another 150’ (?) to somewhat loose anchor. rappel down another 100+ feet and drop into a pool. From there a trail will lead you back (8 miles?).
IF YOU ARE WONDERING: Not being the least interested in serious climbing, I stopped at the jumping-off point. Ask at the Visitor Center about Icebox Canyon.
OTHER HIKES: Kolob offers other hikes that are relatively flat and well worth exploring; both ways are easy half-day or less hikes.
Google Map: http://www.zionnational-park.com/kolob-arch.htm
Parking at Zion can be a challenge during visitor season and can be full; parking is available outside the entrance in several parking lots. Parking at Kolob is usually not a problem.
NOTE: Your Zion entrance pass is valid both at Zion and Kolob for a period of time.
Google Map: https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/kolob-canyons.htm
ZION HIKES: Angels Landing (not for the fainthearted) is a must and offers great views. Careful! Steep trail and dangerously narrow near the top.
Emerald Pools is reached on a moderate trail. (See my Trail-head picture.)
KOLOB HIKES: Kolob Arch, Lee Pass Trail-head: The second largest arch in the world spans 287.4 feet (see link for full details). About 8-miles from trail head. Allow 12-hours for round-trip.
Bear Trap. Approximately two-miles further from Kolob Arch is the Bear Trap side canyon entrance. The canyon is a narrow slot canyon (30-40-feet wide?) that, for all practical purposes, ends at the source waterfall of a shallow stream running through the canyon. (Overnight)
ICEBOX CANYON: For the experienced climber, only. Ask a ranger in the Visitor Center about this one. My recollection: From trail-head to “jumping off point” is a mile-plus 2,000 foot elevation change, moderately difficult. From there: Tie-in to a somewhat loose anchor, rappel down 150’ (?) and tie-in again so a somewhat loose anchor, rappel down another 150’ (?) to somewhat loose anchor. rappel down another 100+ feet and drop into a pool. From there a trail will lead you back (8 miles?).
IF YOU ARE WONDERING: Not being the least interested in serious climbing, I stopped at the jumping-off point. Ask at the Visitor Center about Icebox Canyon.
OTHER HIKES: Kolob offers other hikes that are relatively flat and well worth exploring; both ways are easy half-day or less hikes.
Google Map: http://www.zionnational-park.com/kolob-arch.htm
Parking at Zion can be a challenge during visitor season and can be full; parking is available outside the entrance in several parking lots. Parking at Kolob is usually not a problem.
NOTE: Your Zion entrance pass is valid both at Zion and Kolob for a period of time.
Mar 19, 2017 12:05:43 #
Reinaldokool wrote:
I find humor that puts down any religion as distasteful. The atheist religion, no different. Atheism is as good a religion as any and equally deserving of respect. I write as a follower of Jesus, not an atheist, but have many atheist friends whom I admire.
FYI - The Oxford Dictionaries:
Religion – NOUN – The belief in and worship of a superhuman controlling power, especially a personal God or gods.
Atheist – NOUN – A person who disbelieves or lacks belief in the existence of God or gods.