Full Transition
Dec 22, 2023 21:54:57 #
In terms of current use of the tools in my bag of tricks, I moved to mirrorless Full Frame and mirrorless Medium Format sensor cameras several years ago. My mirrorless Medium Format Hasselblad X2D is also designed to be used on-the-go, as opposed to stuck-in-a-studio.
I shot Nikon SLR and dSLR equipment for multiple decades [5]. As mirrorless technology arrived on the scene, I was so impressed the Sony mirrorless camera [v. 1.0] several years ago I purchased it [equipment design and function I preferred more than version 1.0 of the Nikon Z series. At that time]. However, making a full transition from Full Frame Nikon dSLRs to Full Frame mirrorless took a couple more years [navigating the Sony camera menus was like pulling teeth initially]. However, I have let go of all my Nikon dSLRs [except for a nostalgic Df and Zfc]. My Hasselblad X2D 100c, Sony a9 and Sony a7III are now my primary go to tools in my studio and on locations. These cameras are exceptional. Never was disappointed with Nikon’s technical attributes - resolution, pixel count, image sharpness, noise, dynamic range, color, and so on [it was the weight of the cameras and lenses for the dSLRs that was burdensome - especially when Lumbar 4 and 5 began acting up]. That being said, I am very pleased with my lighter weight mirrorless Sony and [yes even] Hasselblad cameras exceptional technical performance when it comes to those specifications as well.
What is in your bag of tricks?
I shot Nikon SLR and dSLR equipment for multiple decades [5]. As mirrorless technology arrived on the scene, I was so impressed the Sony mirrorless camera [v. 1.0] several years ago I purchased it [equipment design and function I preferred more than version 1.0 of the Nikon Z series. At that time]. However, making a full transition from Full Frame Nikon dSLRs to Full Frame mirrorless took a couple more years [navigating the Sony camera menus was like pulling teeth initially]. However, I have let go of all my Nikon dSLRs [except for a nostalgic Df and Zfc]. My Hasselblad X2D 100c, Sony a9 and Sony a7III are now my primary go to tools in my studio and on locations. These cameras are exceptional. Never was disappointed with Nikon’s technical attributes - resolution, pixel count, image sharpness, noise, dynamic range, color, and so on [it was the weight of the cameras and lenses for the dSLRs that was burdensome - especially when Lumbar 4 and 5 began acting up]. That being said, I am very pleased with my lighter weight mirrorless Sony and [yes even] Hasselblad cameras exceptional technical performance when it comes to those specifications as well.
What is in your bag of tricks?
Dec 22, 2023 22:58:38 #
Seems like some sort of logical evolution.
And acoarst most important is that youre happy with it.
Sorry but cant respond about any "bag of tricks" of my own (I dont have one).
Along my way I find I missed out on that "transition" experience that I often notice mantioned hereabouts, including by you. Congratulations to all who transitioned !
And acoarst most important is that youre happy with it.
Sorry but cant respond about any "bag of tricks" of my own (I dont have one).
Along my way I find I missed out on that "transition" experience that I often notice mantioned hereabouts, including by you. Congratulations to all who transitioned !
Dec 22, 2023 23:26:52 #
Dec 22, 2023 23:58:37 #
My bag has a Sony RX100 VII, a DJI Pocket 2, a DJI Mini 3 Pro and some audio gear.
Dec 23, 2023 06:29:57 #
User ID wrote:
Seems like some sort of logical evolution.
And acoarst most important is that youre happy with it.
Sorry but cant respond about any "bag of tricks" of my own (I dont have one).
Along my way I find I missed out on that "transition" experience that I often notice mantioned hereabouts, including by you. Congratulations to all who transitioned !
And acoarst most important is that youre happy with it.
Sorry but cant respond about any "bag of tricks" of my own (I dont have one).
Along my way I find I missed out on that "transition" experience that I often notice mantioned hereabouts, including by you. Congratulations to all who transitioned !
I ditched the bag.
Dec 23, 2023 08:18:29 #
Dec 23, 2023 08:21:01 #
I have a Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic Air - not in this bag 
Dec 23, 2023 08:53:05 #
dhelix33 wrote:
In terms of current use of the tools in my bag of ... (show quote)
When I leave home I have a good idea about when, what, and where I'm going to shoot for the day/outing.
I'm not a pro so I don't carry a bag with me only one Camera body (w/cross body shoulder strap) and a short-ish (28-70mm F2) or long-ish (100-500 mm) zoom lens, each with a protective filter, and hood.
I also have a spare battery, a memory card, wet lens wipes, an iPhone 14 Pro Max, in my pocket, and a song in my heart.
As you can see, I'm not obsessed with equipment.
If the equipment I carry can't get the image I want I also have Topaz Photo AI and PhotoScape X Pro at home.
Best Wishes,
JimmyT Sends
Merry Christmas To All UHH'ers
PS: Best Wishes With Lumbar 4 and 5
Dec 23, 2023 09:14:09 #
larryepage
Loc: North Texas area
dhelix33 wrote:
In terms of current use of the tools in my bag of ... (show quote)
I transitioned from film to digital about 17 years ago and now have two bags...a backpack for a DX system and a rolling bag for a slightly more comprehensive full-frame system. Neither bag ever leaves the camera closet, except on very rare occasions. I go out with usually one camera, sometimes two. The second either has a complementary lens or may be the opposite format.
It is unlikely that there will be any further transitions or expansions, even though I did come really close last summer. There's really no room in the closet for a third bag, and have no plans to retire any of the equipment that I've worked so hard to learn to use and which still serves me so well and so faithfully.
Dec 23, 2023 10:27:14 #
dhelix33 wrote:
In terms of current use of the tools in my bag of ... (show quote)
Went from film to digital when the 10D came out and I retired my A2. It was cheaper to do digital and ALL my lenses and accessories were 100% compatible. Then the 7D was enough of a jump up and could provide the better IQ and features I wanted.
Finally the R7 has the IQ major leap, ALL my lenses still are 100% compatible regardless of age. And I now use all my old manual lenses on it with focus peaking.
Size and weight are not a consideration.
My bag has the camera and the couple of lenses I want for the adventure. I don't have very much but still don't want to carry everything.
Dec 24, 2023 14:48:51 #
dhelix33 wrote:
In terms of current use of the tools in my bag of ... (show quote)
You must have a lot of money ‘invested’ in camera equipment.
I have three Pentax cameras, which share lenses.
Dec 24, 2023 14:53:57 #
Fstop12 wrote:
I ditched the bag.
Do you also "chimp" while shooting?
Dec 24, 2023 15:06:57 #
Dec 24, 2023 15:29:11 #
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