First Camera 5D mark111
Aug 9, 2017 23:49:31 #
Thank you for the suggestions. The 70-200 is definitely a challenge to balance although the ring is a little helpful. A battery grip came with my camera pkg (not a Canon grip, though) but I have not spent any time yet learning about battery grips. This is going to take a lot of time and I am trying to stay focused on learning in a sequence that makes sense even though It is hard to not keep heading off in different directions and getting ahead of myself.
Your first suggestions are where I am now,I am spending most of my time practicing with the focusing system and figuring out what I want my custom settings to be.
The rest of your suggestions are something I will have to revisit when I figure out what you are talking about.
Thank you again,
Your first suggestions are where I am now,I am spending most of my time practicing with the focusing system and figuring out what I want my custom settings to be.
The rest of your suggestions are something I will have to revisit when I figure out what you are talking about.
Thank you again,
Aug 10, 2017 00:03:33 #
chefpat1 wrote:
I meant to congratulate you on quitting smoking. It is a very hard thing to do. I was also torn between the Mark IV and the Mark III when trying to decide but given how much I had already spent on glass I decided the Mark III was all I needed.
Please use quote reply so we know who the response is for.
I was tempted to save some money and get the mk III but I do time lapse projects and I wanted the 4K image capture feature the mk IV has. I had been saving for almost a year when I finally decided on the mk IV and I'm glad I did. I use its WIFI to control the camera remotely and transfer images to my tablet. A lot of people decided not to upgrade because they felt the IV wasn't that much an upgrade from the III to justify the cost. Since I never had a III and the SR doesn't do some of the things the III does, I find the IV to be way cool... Again, enjoy your 5D III, it's still quite a substantial camera.
Aug 10, 2017 06:04:15 #
chefpat1 wrote:
Hello everyone, I decided to skip all that wasted ... (show quote)
Good decision! When you finish with these links, you should be able to write a book on that camera.
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/News/News-Post.aspx?News=18919
https://fstoppers.com/other/five-great-ways-customize-your-5d-mark-iii-8396
http://www.kenrockwell.com/canon/5d-mk-iii/users-guide/
http://www.amateurphotographer.co.uk/technique/camera_skills/master-you-camera-shooting-portraiture-on-the-canon-eos-5d-mark-iii-55225
Aug 10, 2017 06:05:00 #
Just keep shooting! You understand what composition is needed from your website work. But work on learning about exposure and depth of field. Have fun!
Aug 10, 2017 06:16:39 #
Bravo, chefpat! As someone who has bought and sold more than a few "entry level" cameras, in a not-so-long span of time, I applaud your getting a camera that will satisfy your needs for as long as you want to shoot. I own the III and it's a fine piece of work. Enjoy!
Aug 10, 2017 06:25:14 #
Aug 10, 2017 06:58:47 #
What software will you use for developing (processing) your photographs?
I can recommend Photoshop Elements for starters.
But you appear ready for challenges. So I can recommend Photoshop Creative Cloud as the premier photo-editing program on the planet.
You may wish to attend a workshop or two in the basics of photo-editing, to set a foundation and to give you confidence.
Good luck!
I can recommend Photoshop Elements for starters.
But you appear ready for challenges. So I can recommend Photoshop Creative Cloud as the premier photo-editing program on the planet.
You may wish to attend a workshop or two in the basics of photo-editing, to set a foundation and to give you confidence.
Good luck!
chefpat1 wrote:
Hello everyone, I decided to skip all that wasted ... (show quote)
Aug 10, 2017 07:02:28 #
chefpat1 wrote:
Hello everyone, I decided to skip all that wasted ... (show quote)
While a big jump, just keep reading, watching videos and of course practice, practice. I jumped from and old Xti to the 5DIII and never sorry for a second. As for real estate jobs( i do some), it's not easy. You will really need understand you gear, especially lighting as flash is often a mass reflection and useless. Be prepared to shoot from a tripod and Post process. The tripod will allow you use a slow shutter, correct aperture for DOF, ISO 100 in dimly lit rooms.
Best of luck!!!!
Aug 10, 2017 07:30:51 #
That's a very nice backpack I think l'll buy my wife one to carry her brownie box camera when we travel to South Africa. She'll really be in style.👍🤡
Maybe one for me, too.
Maybe one for me, too.
Aug 10, 2017 07:43:12 #
Aug 10, 2017 07:46:22 #
I have the 5DIII and love it. My advise, read Bryan Peterson's book Understanding Exposure and shoot, shoot, shoot.
Aug 10, 2017 07:46:27 #
Hi Pat,
Good luck with the camera, lenses and your learning. I purchased the 5D MIII in 2013. I also have a 50 MM f/1.5, 24 70 f/2.8 II and the 70 - 200 f/2.8 II. I love my equipment.
You'll love yours too.
Mark
Good luck with the camera, lenses and your learning. I purchased the 5D MIII in 2013. I also have a 50 MM f/1.5, 24 70 f/2.8 II and the 70 - 200 f/2.8 II. I love my equipment.
You'll love yours too.
Mark
chefpat1 wrote:
Hello everyone, I decided to skip all that wasted ... (show quote)
Aug 10, 2017 09:26:45 #
Please note that Canon DSLRs can use legacy manual focus lenses with inexpensive adapters. For most such lenses (mounts: M42, Nikon, Olympus, Tamron adaptall, Pentax k, others) the mounts have no glass correction and infinity focus is possible. Although you purchased fine Canon lenses, there are some inexpensive legacy lenses that could expand your capabilities and are fun. One example is the Tamron 500 f8 mirror lens, others include MF 300mm and 400mm lenses that are downright cheap to buy used.
I have 4 Canon APS-C bodies including my beloved 7D. I'm toying with the idea of a full frame but can't justify the cost of the Canon 5D Mk IV now. The dpreview assessments suggest that the Canon 6D vs 5D Mk III is tossup, with the 6D being significantly lower in cost. The reviews on the 6D Mk II should be out soon. I'd appreciate your and other members' comments on the 6D vs 5D Mk III. Thanks.
Good luck with your excellent equipment. DrJ
I have 4 Canon APS-C bodies including my beloved 7D. I'm toying with the idea of a full frame but can't justify the cost of the Canon 5D Mk IV now. The dpreview assessments suggest that the Canon 6D vs 5D Mk III is tossup, with the 6D being significantly lower in cost. The reviews on the 6D Mk II should be out soon. I'd appreciate your and other members' comments on the 6D vs 5D Mk III. Thanks.
Good luck with your excellent equipment. DrJ
Aug 10, 2017 09:48:46 #
Aug 10, 2017 09:56:11 #
Tomcat5133
Loc: Gladwyne PA
Good luck to you. If you can master web work I am sure you can master a Canon.
Starter camera's never made much sense to me. I was fortunate enough to buy carefully but advanced photo and video equipment.
Digital camera's today are complicated from he standpoint of how many options, menu's and crazy arrangement of buttons and options.
The great advantage today is you can see what your image will look like in your LCD or viewfinder and can takes hundreds of shots
trial and error.
So I suggest you just go out and shoot automatic. Then try setting manual yourself. Try stills, video and see what works of you.
Make a lot of mistakes and refine them. I have been involved in marketing and creative for years and still struggle at times with imaging.
Google and youtube etc have become my resource for issues I wan't to solve. Their are great honest sincere people online that will walk
you through your camera setup and teach you how they shoot. It is much easier to see a video and learn. Again good luck.
Starter camera's never made much sense to me. I was fortunate enough to buy carefully but advanced photo and video equipment.
Digital camera's today are complicated from he standpoint of how many options, menu's and crazy arrangement of buttons and options.
The great advantage today is you can see what your image will look like in your LCD or viewfinder and can takes hundreds of shots
trial and error.
So I suggest you just go out and shoot automatic. Then try setting manual yourself. Try stills, video and see what works of you.
Make a lot of mistakes and refine them. I have been involved in marketing and creative for years and still struggle at times with imaging.
Google and youtube etc have become my resource for issues I wan't to solve. Their are great honest sincere people online that will walk
you through your camera setup and teach you how they shoot. It is much easier to see a video and learn. Again good luck.
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