Anybody Else Experiencing GAS These Days?
Apr 1, 2020 13:49:24 #
No GAS attacks here! But I am starting to realize that there is gear I bought over the years that I haven't been using anywhere as often as I thought I would. Things I could have easily done without.
Apr 1, 2020 13:54:13 #
Nope - the Pentax KP that served me well in November {before I had ever heard of the covid-19 virus} continues to serve me well now.
If we had any money lying around, we would send it our two daughters, who are struggling a tad.
If we had any money lying around, we would send it our two daughters, who are struggling a tad.
Apr 1, 2020 14:09:34 #
rook2c4 wrote:
No GAS attacks here! But I am starting to realize that there is gear I bought over the years that I haven't been using anywhere as often as I thought I would. Things I could have easily done without.
Time for a clearance sale!Apr 1, 2020 14:20:36 #
rehess wrote:
Nope - the Pentax KP that served me well in November {before I had ever heard of the covid-19 virus} continues to serve me well now.
If we had any money lying around, we would send it our two daughters, who are struggling a tad.
If we had any money lying around, we would send it our two daughters, who are struggling a tad.
I apologize. This question was unsympathetic to those who may be struggling right now. I should have thought a little harder about it.
Apr 1, 2020 21:45:39 #
Gas attack. Yes. But no purchases.
Ok, no photo purchases.
I did spend a couple hundred on pretty hand spun and hand dyed wool yarn for some sweater, hats and socks.
There's a difference, I can give away the stuff I knit and crochet and someone else gets something warm and comfy.
Camera gear just gets heavier every year... or maybe I'm just getting older than I think I am..
Ok, no photo purchases.
I did spend a couple hundred on pretty hand spun and hand dyed wool yarn for some sweater, hats and socks.
There's a difference, I can give away the stuff I knit and crochet and someone else gets something warm and comfy.
Camera gear just gets heavier every year... or maybe I'm just getting older than I think I am..
Apr 2, 2020 05:44:31 #
Remember, GAS doesn't make you a better photographer, it just means you have more weight to lug around and the stress of finding places to hide the new gear from she who must be obeyed!
Apr 2, 2020 06:25:44 #
i have been having a great time outfitting my video chat area with lights, mics, etc. Wife approves, because she’s the one that has video calls with her knitting and spinning groups. There is no end to the hardware and gadgets needed for this activity, and they are really not that expensive as long as you have the device or computer to make it work.
One thing i have noticed is that new offerings for gear on eBay seem to have slowed way down. You would have thought that hard times would generate more equipment sales, but so far that does not seem to be the case.
One thing i have noticed is that new offerings for gear on eBay seem to have slowed way down. You would have thought that hard times would generate more equipment sales, but so far that does not seem to be the case.
Apr 2, 2020 07:05:16 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
saxman71 wrote:
I have succumbed to a GAS attack that has been bui... (show quote)
Yes, just ordered 200 Sigma 200-500 2.8 APO lenses. Coming via Fed Ex tomorrow.
Apr 2, 2020 07:25:15 #
I have come very close but haven’t yet succumbed. I been looking at Sigma’s recently announced new 70-200. I have Nikon’s version which means I don’t need another. However, I don’t trust myself if the stay at home continues. This is a good time nature macro shots... happy hunting with your new lens.
Apr 2, 2020 07:31:39 #
Fiddlingbill
Loc: Mass.
I always have gas. So i know where you are coming from. But as things are as of now. I will probably wait until this blows over and buy a piece of celebratory photo gear. Be safe everyone so we can keep on shooting. Fiddlingbill.
Apr 2, 2020 07:41:47 #
saxman71 wrote:
I have succumbed to a GAS attack that has been bui... (show quote)
No, not me because I haven't taken all of the really good shots that came embedded in my Canon 5DIV or RP, sigh.
I guess that I will have to shoot/cull more and buy less gear.
Please Stay Safe and Stay Well
Smile,
JimmyT Sends
Apr 2, 2020 08:00:35 #
Apr 2, 2020 08:13:34 #
I've been nursing a slight case of GAS for several months now while waiting for the R5 to be released. Once that happens and the reviews start coming I'm afraid it may become a full-blown attack! Had a major GAS attack in Feb. Bought a new boat primarily so that my shooting buddy and I can get out on the river to shoot wildlife and other scenes. First one in 45 years. Nothing big and fancy. Just a 16' with a 40 hp Merc. Just right for nosing around the river banks looking for critters. Told myself I would leave it at the dealer's until May when the weather warms up. Of course I didn't. Went back a few weeks later and brought it home. Now it sits in the driveway tempting (taunting?) me in the rainy, chilly weather we are still having.
Apr 2, 2020 08:18:40 #
I'm resisting, got an item picked out for when this dies down a bit, really don't need a new camera right now, we are pretty much just supposed to stay in the house, not sick, don't want to be.
Apr 2, 2020 08:22:16 #
I had a gas attack. Just bought two Voigtlander lenses. A 35mm 1.4 nokton and a 75mm 1.8 for use with my Leica CL with an adaptor.
Resisting the urge to buy a used M-10 now that I have lenses to go with it.
Too many You Tube videos to watch
Resisting the urge to buy a used M-10 now that I have lenses to go with it.
Too many You Tube videos to watch
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