New Laptops
Sep 8, 2012 00:46:10 #
Hi everyone, I'm hoping I can get some good advice here on UHP because I need help. I'm ready (at least I think I am) to move up a level in my photography and have thought of purchasing Photoshop CS6 (I use Photoshop Elements 10 now) plus a new, more powerful laptop. Is there a general standard laptop, a semi or pro photographer uses? My main concern is the sort of processor and amount of RAM required to operate the various programs I have and obviously give me the best performance.
Cost is also a deciding factor but am prepared to make a sacrifice for the right kit. Any ideas friends? Thank you, Graham.
Cost is also a deciding factor but am prepared to make a sacrifice for the right kit. Any ideas friends? Thank you, Graham.
Sep 8, 2012 01:04:44 #
My main idea is: bigger monitor, Bigger Monitor, BIGGER MONITOR!
Seriously, though, my laptop comes out once a month just to keep the battery in shape. The rest of the time I'm on just a pretty ordinary desk-top with a 23" monitor (my next one will be 27inch).
My opinion is that it's your program that does the most for you (CS5, CS6, Gimp, Picasa, etc.) and the monitor (Big Monitor). This is my opinion, others may feel differently. You could probably add a bigger monitor to your current laptop for a rather modest investment.
Great question...thanks for posting!
Seriously, though, my laptop comes out once a month just to keep the battery in shape. The rest of the time I'm on just a pretty ordinary desk-top with a 23" monitor (my next one will be 27inch).
My opinion is that it's your program that does the most for you (CS5, CS6, Gimp, Picasa, etc.) and the monitor (Big Monitor). This is my opinion, others may feel differently. You could probably add a bigger monitor to your current laptop for a rather modest investment.
Great question...thanks for posting!
Sep 8, 2012 02:15:00 #
cs6 has a high requirement for memory and space , make sure the laptop meets those .
Sep 8, 2012 02:15:47 #
Thanks Danilo, I do use the pc at home but I work away from home every week and need to have a good laptop too. Thanks again, Graham.
Sep 8, 2012 02:16:16 #
Sep 8, 2012 07:02:16 #
I have to go with the memory bit, a 64 bit windows, will take more ram than a 32 bit, also go for a hd screen with the best graphics card you can afford,and the biggest hard drive you can afford.
most systems sold on the market are tamed down to keep retail prices low.
So add more ram. buy for the graphics card, and computer speed , dual core processor at the very least .
you don't need to buy name brands.
but buy the fastest you can afford , the ability to add heaps of ram and best graphics
most systems sold on the market are tamed down to keep retail prices low.
So add more ram. buy for the graphics card, and computer speed , dual core processor at the very least .
you don't need to buy name brands.
but buy the fastest you can afford , the ability to add heaps of ram and best graphics
Sep 8, 2012 10:13:10 #
I think most of the pros are using Macs. I have stuck with the PC since IBM introduced them way back when. I finally gave in to Apple (well I did have an Apple II before the IBM PC, yes I am that old!!!) and got a new MacBook Pro.
I won't be going back to the PC, wow what a major improvement!! Everything with the MBP just works and works well, no blue screens of death, almost instant wireless access, great battery life, screen is stunning, won't burn your legs like my work Dell, the touch pad is amazing compared to the Dell. It also works with the Apple Thunderbolt display and uses it as a docking station without any issues.
Yes Apple is more $ but worth it IMO, user experience is important and Apple wins the gold medal.
If you are like me and are holding out with the PC, give Apple a try, you'll probably never look back. I don't know why I waiting so long and put up with so much from Microsoft and the PC.
I won't be going back to the PC, wow what a major improvement!! Everything with the MBP just works and works well, no blue screens of death, almost instant wireless access, great battery life, screen is stunning, won't burn your legs like my work Dell, the touch pad is amazing compared to the Dell. It also works with the Apple Thunderbolt display and uses it as a docking station without any issues.
Yes Apple is more $ but worth it IMO, user experience is important and Apple wins the gold medal.
If you are like me and are holding out with the PC, give Apple a try, you'll probably never look back. I don't know why I waiting so long and put up with so much from Microsoft and the PC.
Sep 8, 2012 12:31:57 #
Having just bought PS CS6 it was painfully obvious that my old HP Pentium IV laptop was far from adequate to run it. I shopped around and ended up buyint a Toshiba Satellite S855-S5254 with a Core I7 processor, Windows 7 64 bit, 8GB RAM and a 750 GB hard drive. It also has 2 USB 3.0 ports for my external hard drives. It is doing a wonderful job with CS 6 and has HDMI output to connect to my Samsung 24" monitor at home. Price was $679 at Office Depot and that seemed like a bargain compared to comparable laptops that I had looked at.
Sep 8, 2012 15:25:10 #
Fellow users, Many thanks for the great advice and I think I've made my mind up now.
This UHP stuff is just wonderful. Thanks again all.
Graham.
This UHP stuff is just wonderful. Thanks again all.
Graham.
Sep 9, 2012 06:47:13 #
Expensively - the answer may be to look at what the experts use - and for almost all graphics work - you almost only hear Apple. If its within your pocket you may also be interested to know that running both operating systems as I do - I can definitely say that although you may not like the learning curve required in the change from windows to an Apple system, I never have problems (breakdowns, blue screens or error messages) with the Apple even though they are sort of common with any windows system
Sep 9, 2012 07:33:42 #
Graham1949 wrote:
Hi everyone, I'm hoping I can get some good advice... (show quote)
Decide on requirements and then shop, watch memory on laptops, many use shared memory for the video, I got an 17.5" HP, I5, 6 gigs or ram and about a gig and a half of video ram, 750HD, on sale and a coupon from Staples, met the budget, Bob
Sep 9, 2012 07:49:18 #
i like the lap top,lets you move around the house,i7 with windows 7 should do the job for you,i have a dell with i5 chip
window 7.i run the big photo shop program with no problems the macs are very good but be ready to pay about three times the price good luck
window 7.i run the big photo shop program with no problems the macs are very good but be ready to pay about three times the price good luck
Sep 9, 2012 07:59:34 #
I upgraded to a Macbook PRO using Aperture and I like it much better than a pc with CS5.
The MAC has better graphics and Aperture can be used with Faces that can help locate a picture or many pictures with anyone in it that you choose.
I still have my PC as it has it's purpose in life as a lot of the apps I use for work won't run on a MAC.
The MAC has better graphics and Aperture can be used with Faces that can help locate a picture or many pictures with anyone in it that you choose.
I still have my PC as it has it's purpose in life as a lot of the apps I use for work won't run on a MAC.
Sep 9, 2012 08:26:23 #
If you want less problems, better in many ways, go with Macbook Pro. I've been using one for about 6 years and never looked back. My son is a computer tech and builds websites for a living. His recommendation was what changed my mind and I'm glad I listened. Initial investment is more but results are less problems. Apple just works.
Sep 9, 2012 10:45:12 #
Graham1949 wrote:
Hi everyone, I'm hoping I can get some good advice... (show quote)
For Photographs the MAC PRO if can afford.
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