Posts: rothphotog | Ugly Hedgehog

Red6 wrote:

I do not have a case for my RX100 iii, but I have read that some of the half-cases make it much easier to hold and operate.
Anyone with an RX100 used these types of cases?

I have a Ruggard belt-worn case that fits my RX100 VI perfectly for easier carrying and access. As for "easier to hold and operate" I found (thru B&H) a press-and-stick right-hand finger grip that works well.

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Sony A7RII or RX100VII

imagemeister wrote:

Unless you are SELLING big prints or working for NatGeo, I would take the RX and have FUN. - and yes, I do have a RX10 - I know the 100 is a little different.
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After using an RX100 VI, have made beautiful 11x14 B&W prints of dimly-lit Scottish castle interiors (hand-held). Yes, I missed my D750, but the diminutive Sony proved to be exceptionally capable - even if somewhat hard to hold.

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Belfast

Would make a great puzzle.

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Light Impressions? For real?

I had exactly the same problem with Light Impressions over 10 years ago that was never resolved after many, many attempts. I never risked ordering from them again.

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1954 - One of my favorite albums - "Clifford Brown & Max Roach"

markngolf wrote:

An album of fabulous compositions played by outsta... (show quote)

I had the pleasure and honor of working with George Morrow in a strolling trio setting at Walt Disney World in the late 1970's, early 1980's. Really sweet, gentle, soft-spoken guy with, of course, the most amazing stories about his years in the business - especially his years with Charlie Parker. Only a small handful of musicians at Disney knew George's history and stature in the business.

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A Place to Get Away From It All

Jerry Uelsmann is smiling!

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Phyllis Diller Punch Lines

I ran audio for her show for a two-week engagement at Walt Disney World's "Top of the World" supper club in the mid-1970's. We'd watch the clock in the tech booth and, when she got on a roll, she'd deliver a punch line every 7 seconds! This went on for the last 30 minutes of a 45-minute show. She'd come through the kitchen and into the booth 10 minutes early before every show to chat with the tech crew. She was a very warm, sincere, down-to-earth, wonderful lady -- and a pro in every sense of the word.

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Lost Words from our childhood:

Curmudgeon wrote:

The reason we have those words, and others, it tha... (show quote)

Beautifully expressed.

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National Polka Festival Ennis Texas

kenievans wrote:

Linda you would think it would be very colorful but the inside shots were bad lighting situations, high ceilings and florescent lights and beige everywhere. They looked better in b&w with the contrast pushed. The dancers were under a tent in shadows with a very bright sun. Again it just looked better in b&w. The accordion player was actually good in color because of the stage spotlights but I decided to stay with the theme. I'm glad you enjoyed them.

LOVE #3 in B&W with pushed contrast. Looks like a 1940's movie still promo shot using Super XX. B&W is the safe way to go with amateurish stage lighting involving mis-matched color temperatures in the lamps and "creative" use of gels. Nice work!

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Nancy Wilson - passed away yesterday

I was fortunate to run audio on her show for two weeks at Walt Disney World's "Top of the World" supper club. She was warm, friendly, personable, with a great show. All the musicians loved her. A sophisticated, class act in every respect.

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Something different...Live on stage performances

I checked your EXIF data -- Auto White Balance was exceptionally accurate, especially considering you were shooting under stage lighting. Very nicely done!

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RAM needed for software. Is 8 enough for editing photos and video

jbk224 wrote:

Go to OWC to check out your model and upgrade options for RAM and HD. Absolutely max out the RAM and install an SSD. This link should help.
https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/memory/Apple_MacBook_MacBook_Pro/Upgrade/DDR3_1600MHz_SDRAM

I agree, and highly recommend OWC.com (Other World Computing) also known as www.macsales.com. I recently maxed out the RAM on a 2014 MacBook Pro and a 2015 27-inch iMac. Made an amazing world of difference in their operation. No need at all to have a Mac tech perform the upgrade. It's a super-easy plug-and-play operation. The macsales website has handy charts that show which macs can be upgraded with various amounts of RAM and videos that will walk you through the entire process.

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Advice on photo trip up California US 1 from San Francisco

I'll cast another vote for Mendocino. Have been going there for 38 years. Lots of photo ops. The entire town is in the National Register of Historic Places. No visible power lines, no MacDonalds, one gas station.

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Am I crazy to consider the Nikon 18-300 dx lens

I've used that same lens for over two years as my every day, walk-around and candid head-shot/portrait lens. Exceptional range with great image quality. Be careful, if you absolutely HAVE to use an in-camera flash, that you are aware of the lens hood when extended for long focal lengths. The hood will cast a semi-circular shadow in the bottom third of the frame that you won't see in the viewfinder. Easy to forget in the heat of a quick shooting moment. I confess to having first-hand knowledge!

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Am I crazy to consider the Nikon 18-300 dx lens

I've used that same lens for over two years as my every day, walk-around and candid head-shot/portrait lens. Exceptional range with great image quality. Be careful, if you absolutely HAVE to use an in-camera flash, that you are aware of the lens hood when extended for long focal lengths. The hood will cast a semi-circular shadow in the bottom third of the frame that you won't see in the viewfinder. Easy to forget in the heat of a quick shooting moment. I confess to having first-hand knowledge!