What Photography Equipment Did You Buy Yourself For Xmas
Dec 28, 2019 21:25:10 #
Gene51 wrote:
Your avatar reminds me of this:
(I took the pic at the Getty Villa in Malibu in 2016 - added the cellphone in PS when I got back from my trip)
(I took the pic at the Getty Villa in Malibu in 2016 - added the cellphone in PS when I got back from my trip)
I was looking for a new avatar on the net and came upon this one which I like a lot I do use a iPhone and it listed as free to use.
Dec 28, 2019 21:35:16 #
--Bob
Gene51 wrote:
Your avatar reminds me of this:
(I took the pic at the Getty Villa in Malibu in 2016 - added the cellphone in PS when I got back from my trip)
(I took the pic at the Getty Villa in Malibu in 2016 - added the cellphone in PS when I got back from my trip)
Dec 28, 2019 22:03:44 #
Olympus M10 Mk iii with Zuiko 14-42 pancake kit lens, and a used Zuiko 40-150 (kit) zoom lens. Starting over after a couple decades of film and digital point-and-shoots. Label on the gift wrap said it was from my wife; how nice of her.
Dec 28, 2019 22:09:26 #
AR Farm Gal
Loc: Piggott, AR (NE AR)
I bravely fought off a GAS attack for the EOS R that was on sale. Reasoned with myself that my Canon 7D Mk II and Canon 6D Mk II are sufficient for now. I'll wait awhile for a later model. I (ahem, my husband) did buy a used Tamron 15-30 f2.8 G2 lens and a Canon 1.4x III extender. I was very pleasantly surprised that I could hand hold the 7d Mk II with 100-400 II lens with the extender with pretty good results. Now, for playtime!
Dec 28, 2019 22:16:19 #
GOSC1 wrote:
I have seen the term GAS since joining this forum. Please forgive my ignorance but what does it mean?
You are not ignorant for not knowing a term used here at the forum. I didn't know what that meant either when I first came to the table.
GAS stands for Gear Acquisition Syndrome. It is the overwhelming desire for and insatiable lusting for photography equipment no matter how expensive or inexpensive it may be.
The worst part of learning this new phase is something I equate with my gainful employment. As I am a pharmacist I kept wondering if I were going to need Simethicone for gas relief. LOL
Happy Shooting!
Dec 28, 2019 22:24:34 #
Dec 28, 2019 22:30:10 #
[quote=GeneV]Attached is a picture of my newest, latest camera. Actually no. While searching in the garage for something else I found this relic that belonged to my father. It dates back to the middle/late 1920s. Printed in the inside of the back case was his offer for a reward if returned and his name, address and phone number. It has very little monetary value but to me it is tie to the past.
That is a true gem. The best part it belonged to your father. May I offer a suggestion? Consider purchasing an acrylic box to protect it from dust and handling. Every now and then, you can take it out of the box. And Woosh! Your back in the Roaring Twenties at a Speakeasy with a gorgeous Flapper hanging off your arm. Enjoy!
Happy Shooting!
That is a true gem. The best part it belonged to your father. May I offer a suggestion? Consider purchasing an acrylic box to protect it from dust and handling. Every now and then, you can take it out of the box. And Woosh! Your back in the Roaring Twenties at a Speakeasy with a gorgeous Flapper hanging off your arm. Enjoy!
Happy Shooting!
Dec 28, 2019 22:33:42 #
I happily treated myself to a new lens, a Sigma 24-105mm 1:4 DG "Art" lens. Although I own several full frame cameras, this particular lens will be used on a D7200; first time using a full frame lens on a crop sensor body. I’m sure the results will be spectacular!
Dec 28, 2019 22:58:33 #
Scruples wrote:
You are not ignorant for not knowing a term used h... (show quote)
It’s not a term that’s photography specific. It can occur with just about any hobby. It’s tough when GAS funds have to be split between photography and kayaking.
Dec 28, 2019 23:40:07 #
No equipment for me this Xmas.
My wife and I spent week before Christmas on a Bahama cruise where our eldest daughter married. 32 of our friends all cruising together. Fantastic!
Surprised my wife with wedding ring upgrade.
Spoiled only Grandchild with a truckload of toys. And donated toys and food to needy families.
Happy New Year.
My wife and I spent week before Christmas on a Bahama cruise where our eldest daughter married. 32 of our friends all cruising together. Fantastic!
Surprised my wife with wedding ring upgrade.
Spoiled only Grandchild with a truckload of toys. And donated toys and food to needy families.
Happy New Year.
Dec 28, 2019 23:58:24 #
GeneV wrote:
Attached is a picture of my newest, latest camera. Actually no. While searching in the garage for something else I found this relic that belonged to my father. It dates back to the middle/late 1920s. Printed in the inside of the back case was his offer for a reward if returned and his name, address and phone number. It has very little monetary value but to me it is tie to the past.
Gene
Gene
The sentimental value to you is worth more than anything. I still hang on to my father’s wind up Kodak regular 8mm movie camera, for which I cannot find film or processing, just as a part of him. I also have his movie projector and most, if not all the movies he shot during my and my older brother’s lives. My Daddy passed away in 1966. Still miss him to this day.
Dec 29, 2019 00:34:21 #
mas24 wrote:
The Canon 90D was mentioned on another post. I was impressed it had 32.5 megapixels. For a crop sensor, that should give excellent resolution. Enjoy it.
Thank you so far I like it.
Dec 29, 2019 02:24:16 #
A used Nikon 70-200mm f2.8 vr G lens in mint condition for $500. Thought it was a fair deal.
Dec 29, 2019 02:31:04 #
Santa brought my wife an Apple Watch and brought me a low mileage/shutter actuations Pentax K3, I think I like it.
Dec 29, 2019 03:26:43 #
foggypreacher
Loc: Dickinson, Texas
mas24 wrote:
Well Christmas is over. My credit card is finished... (show quote)
I now have a new to me Nikon D7200 (used in excellent condition with only 28K shutter count). I am learning the new placement of buttons and the enhancements over my D3400. My wife buys very little camera stuff for me as she is not at all knowledgeable about photography.
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