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Nov 19, 2016 19:00:50   #
Jim Bob
 
David in Dallas wrote:
What software are you using for your panoramas? I use one called Autostitch, which is a 2D stitcher that doesn't require any input from the user except to load the photos (in any order, but they all need to be oriented the same). Some panoramas produced with that product can be found here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/8712554@N02/collections/72157635051585998/
and I'll post a couple of them as examples

Day 4 pano 1.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

Pritzker Pavilion pano.jpg by David Casteel, on Flickr

I like the Autostitch product (which I got for free) because it's very easy to use. It only works with photos that have been taken from the same point, though, and if there are any features near the camera it is important to rotate using the front of the lens as the center to avoid parallax problems. (In other words, don't hold the camera at arms length and rotate your body, as would be done with a P&S--try to keep the lens in the same spot.) It is also important to get the exposure the same in all photos to be part of the panorama--I admit I don't always manage to do this, and it shows.
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Nov 19, 2016 19:02:18   #
Jim Bob
 
Architect1776 wrote:
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My sentiments exactly. Has absolutely nothing to do with the original post.

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Nov 19, 2016 19:03:11   #
Jim Bob
 
Keith Killam wrote:
This also holds for the CF cards which are more quickly replaced by the SD cards. I for one will be starting to "bulk-up" on CFs so I can keep working with my Canon EOS 7D. I bought it new in 2013 and I'm not doing MAJOR-major volume, so I've got a LONG way to go before I think about the mechanical fail window.

I've also taken to formatting cards to keep up the rotation of what I D have. I download each day's shoot to the computer, then save that folder. The Very Next thing I do is to do a double-redundant backup. At least one of these is on non-magnetic media.

Works for me. :-) <K>
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Nov 19, 2016 19:04:12   #
Jim Bob
 
David in Dallas wrote:
My question was directed to the poster who indicated that his panorama software didn't always work and offered a recommendation on what I use. I apologize if that was inappropriate in this thread.


Yeah, maybe but still off topic.

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Nov 19, 2016 19:05:17   #
Jim Bob
 
mwsilvers wrote:
I have old SLRs and other cameras that go back to the '60s and '70s and a camera that belonged to my father from the '30s that are still in good working order. However Jim Bob's original post specifically asked about DSLRs so that's what I reported on. If you know anything about Jim Bob you would realize he doesn't appreciate extraneous information that goes beyond the scope of the original question. He asked about DSLRs only so I gave him exactly what he asked for.


Thank you and most posters for sticking to topic.

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Nov 19, 2016 19:12:01   #
Jim Bob
 
RonLR wrote:
Nikon 3200 shutter failed at 26K


Was that within the warranty period?

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Nov 19, 2016 19:14:10   #
Jim Bob
 
DRG777 wrote:
I am using Photoshop Elements. It does fine most of the time but occasionally has an offset at the horizon in order to match up the foreground. Here is a good result.


Please remain on topic or start your own thread. Thanks.

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Nov 19, 2016 19:20:17   #
SX2002 Loc: Adelaide, South Australia
 
Jim Bob wrote:
I appreciate all responses, especially those that directly relate to the original post. I find those posts extremely informative, useful and I humbly thank you for them. For those of you attempting to hijack the thread, please start your own if you are unwilling or unable to remain on topic. Thank you very much.



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Nov 19, 2016 19:20:46   #
Macronaut Loc: Redondo Beach,Ca.
 
I know this does not address your question of my personal experience, because I haven't been doing it long enough to wear anything out, nor have I needed to have anything repaired but, I found it interesting and is at least on topic....mostly.

Estimated Shutter Life of Popular DSLR Cameras (Real World Figures)

These figures are provided by the website olegkikin.com that maintains a Camera Shutter Life Expectancy Database based on real world data submitted by Internet users. Figures are average and as on Dec 26, 2012.

Camera Model Shutter Still Alive After (cycles)..........Shutter Dead After (cycles)

Nikon D70s 50,332.9.............................................74,133.1
Nikon D50 26,798.5...............................................41,926.5
Nikon D80 41,936.3...............................................43,498.3
Nikon D90 45,194.0............................................ 290,623.2
Nikon D200 80,557.8...........................................117,452.1
Nikon D300 207,459.1..........................................295,492.9
Nikon D5000 97,512.6..........................................303,395.0
Nikon D3 173,596.0.............................................460,827.1

Canon EOS 400D 72,336.4....................................161,044.8
Canon EOS 450D 22,682.7......................................38,756.0
Canon EOS 30D 101,780.4....................................128,908.9
Canon EOS 5D 99,365.8........................................382,042.7
Canon EOS 5D Mark II 165,691.5...........................343,516.6
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III 462,988.1........................739,236.8

I realize there are many models not represented, but huge gaps in a few of these are surprising.

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Nov 19, 2016 19:24:55   #
Jim Bob
 
Macronaut wrote:
I know this does not address your question of my personal experience, because I haven't been doing it long enough to wear anything out, nor have I needed to have anything repaired but, I found it interesting and is at least on topic....mostly.

Estimated Shutter Life of Popular DSLR Cameras (Real World Figures)

These figures are provided by the website olegkikin.com that maintains a Camera Shutter Life Expectancy Database based on real world data submitted by Internet users. Figures are average and as on Dec 26, 2012.



Camera Model Shutter Still Alive After (cycles) Shutter Dead After (cycles)

Nikon D70s 50,332.9 74,133.1
Nikon D50 26,798.5 41,926.5
Nikon D80 41,936.3 43,498.3
Nikon D90 45,194.0 290,623.2
Nikon D200 80,557.8 117,452.1
Nikon D300 207,459.1 295,492.9
Nikon D5000 97,512.6 303,395.0
Nikon D3 173,596.0 460,827.1

Canon EOS 400D 72,336.4 161,044.8
Canon EOS 450D 22,682.7 38,756.0
Canon EOS 30D 101,780.4 128,908.9
Canon EOS 5D 99,365.8 382,042.7
Canon EOS 5D Mark II 165,691.5 343,516.6
Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III 462,988.1 739,236.8
I know this does not address your question of my p... (show quote)


Your post is on topic and I thank you for it. I had previously visited that site and wondered if UHH members' experience was consistent with its findings.

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Nov 19, 2016 19:33:47   #
Macronaut Loc: Redondo Beach,Ca.
 
Jim Bob wrote:
Your post is on topic and I thank you for it. I had previously visited that site and wondered if UHH members' experience was consistent with its findings.
Well, I'm a little curious now too. I do know that I will likely not live long enough to even come close to the estimated lifespan of my equipment. I suspect many here won't either, with exception of pros and folks that spray and pray Though I do rack up the shutter count when focus stacking

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Nov 19, 2016 19:42:15   #
Jim Bob
 
Macronaut wrote:
Well, I'm a little curious now too. I do know that I will likely not live long enough to even come close to the estimated lifespan of my equipment. I suspect many here won't either, with exception of pros and folks that spray and pray Though I do rack up the shutter count when focus stacking


Although I have not conducted a scientific survey of all posters, thus far it seems that those who have experienced issues are in the vast minority. I find this truly amazing.

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Nov 19, 2016 22:24:29   #
NoSocks Loc: quonochontaug, rhode island
 
Rich1939 wrote:
I think we are more in danger of not being able to find batteries for older DSLR's then we are of the camera itself giving up the ghost.


Is that an MGA in your Avatar?

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Nov 19, 2016 22:36:11   #
RWR Loc: La Mesa, CA
 
I have a DSLR that has outlasted 4 bottles of ink so far.

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Nov 19, 2016 22:38:32   #
wmurnahan Loc: Bloomington IN
 
I had a SLR fail due to a drink being dribbled into it when in college, don't ask. I had my Rollie twinlens lock up one time only to work perfectly after taking to a repair shop in the late 70's, and ever since. Still my favorite camera. I've only had two digitals and oldest, bought in 2005 still works, just low on megapixals.

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