What's wrong with this picture
Feb 17, 2022 11:25:35 #
BigDaddy wrote:
Just the statement that something can be "fixed" in post indicates that something is wrong with the picture.
The context in how it got that way might be interesting, but doesn't change the fact something is wrong with the picture or it wouldn't need "fixed."
Personally, I like screwed up photo's like this because I enjoy fixing them as much (more) than taking them. This fact hardly makes a the picture good.
The context in how it got that way might be interesting, but doesn't change the fact something is wrong with the picture or it wouldn't need "fixed."
Personally, I like screwed up photo's like this because I enjoy fixing them as much (more) than taking them. This fact hardly makes a the picture good.
Maybe you and Brandon could be a team. He’ll provide you a semi-reliable trickle of pix needing The Fix, and you can go at it and have a fun time.
Feb 17, 2022 11:58:35 #
User ID wrote:
Maybe you and Brandon could be team. He’ll provide you a semi-reliable trickle of pix needing The Fix and you can go at it and have a fun time.
I don't need any help, but thanx for the thoughts...
When I finish "fixing" 80,000 of my own less than "perfect" photo's to perfection, the hog is stuffed with less than perfect photo's I could fool with. Acoarst (which is not a word btw) I could always claim I like lousy pictures and contextually they're all "perfect" and don't need no stinkin fixin.
Feb 17, 2022 17:24:02 #
It’s been a long time since I fired up Photoshop, but at one time it had the tools to correct such distortion. At the cost of having an image with a strange pixel distribution. I corrected a fisheye image with it as an experiment and was quite impressed at the quality of the corrected image. This Photoshop tool even used the lens focal length to make the correction.
Feb 17, 2022 18:40:37 #
Bill_de wrote:
Lots of folks are probably listening now and lining up to wish you a fond farewell. 
Be well and I hope you find a place to land that is all about Sigma!
And so you will always remember us:
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Be well and I hope you find a place to land that is all about Sigma!
And so you will always remember us:
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Beauties - and a fabulous bear shot 🥇🥇🏆🥇🥇
Feb 17, 2022 21:33:38 #
OldSchool-WI wrote:
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And indeed Bill De---you, UserID and Grayhame-SmugMug are the primes who have turned UHH to garbage.---------
And indeed Bill De---you, UserID and Grayhame-SmugMug are the primes who have turned UHH to garbage.---------
Wow ... We are “primes”. I’m a “prime” ! Waaaaaaaay cool, whatever a “prime” is.
Feb 18, 2022 06:29:52 #
Feb 18, 2022 11:26:29 #
Wow, I was the OP and I was surprised by the different opinions my "innocent" post originated.
I wasn't asking about the context, the (emotional/personal) value of the picture but I understand the point.
I was more interested in the technical aspect and the software for correction was new to me and it seems to address the distortion problem, it would be valuable when using zooms like the Canon RF 24-240mm which is addressed by Canon in JPEG in-camera correction but no help when using the Raw image. And it would be helpful with other lenses as well.
I'll give my 2 cents about the context, it is indeed extremely important, but it is not an excuse for "flawed" photos. There are certainly special photos that capture the moment where the photo technique is secondary. But as a rule, we should strive to do the basics, in-focus, well exposed, no distortion, etc ,,,
Take care,
I wasn't asking about the context, the (emotional/personal) value of the picture but I understand the point.
I was more interested in the technical aspect and the software for correction was new to me and it seems to address the distortion problem, it would be valuable when using zooms like the Canon RF 24-240mm which is addressed by Canon in JPEG in-camera correction but no help when using the Raw image. And it would be helpful with other lenses as well.
I'll give my 2 cents about the context, it is indeed extremely important, but it is not an excuse for "flawed" photos. There are certainly special photos that capture the moment where the photo technique is secondary. But as a rule, we should strive to do the basics, in-focus, well exposed, no distortion, etc ,,,
Take care,
Feb 18, 2022 13:09:14 #
Feb 18, 2022 18:05:58 #
sergiohm wrote:
Wow, I was the OP and I was surprised by the diffe... (show quote)
This is a good video that shows the effects of volume anamorphosis. This is an older video that's demonstrating the first version of DxO Viewpoint. The latest is Viewpoint3.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZmI94uL4Kk
Feb 19, 2022 09:22:50 #
sergiohm wrote:
Wow, I was the OP and I was surprised by the diffe... (show quote)
No reason to be surprised by all the opinions. There are a large number of folks that love to insert their own "context" just for the sake of promoting argument, and another large number (like myself) more than willing to participate in the debates just for entertainment. It's what makes the forums go round and round, and why a simple concise question can quickly grow to 14+ pages. Occasionally some tidbit might be learned, but that is not a prerequisite for a successful thread.
In other words, you did good with your original question, sparking lots of chatter.
Feb 19, 2022 09:27:34 #
BigDaddy wrote:
No reason to be surprised by all the opinions. The... (show quote)
The topic was fine and no surprise at the number of comments. Just a shame that some seem to be unable to share their opinions without insulting others.
Feb 19, 2022 09:51:07 #
EJMcD wrote:
The topic was fine and no surprise at the number of comments. Just a shame that some seem to be unable to share their opinions without insulting others.
There is a skill that helps a lot when participating in internet forums like this. Not sure if the skill is developed or inherited, (a little of both) but it's widely known as a "thick skin." The other side is when written debate is recorded, inflection often is misinterpreted, often not but that's where thick skin comes in.
I've been doing this far longer than the internet has been around, and I tell you for certain that the HOG is one of the most peaceful, well behaved forums in existence.
Feb 19, 2022 10:36:23 #
BigDaddy wrote:
There is a skill that helps a lot when participati... (show quote)
I agree with paragraph one but WOW on paragraph two. Since I don't have experience with other forums, I'll acknowledge your opinion and leave it there.
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