Of course. I thought that was obvious.

This was just a slight bit of movement as I touched the shutter release.

I'm not sure how I got it work, but it now has English. I unzipped the file and then clicked on the exe file, chose English, and that did it.

If I can get clear skies, I'll give it a try.

I was experimenting with HDR just now, and I was surprised at much the camera can move when on the tripod when I press the shutter button. I don't mean rocking all over the place, but it is noticeable. That's where the wireless remote comes in handy.

Here's an idea for someone to work on. I use my cameras on the tripod often enough that I leave the mounting plates attached to them. Someone should come up with a a large baseplate containing several tripod mounts (receptacles) to accept these mounting plates.

Rather than rest the camera at an angle on the mounting plate, it could snap securely into a tripod mount. Several of these mounts could be attached to a board, so the cameras could be sitting securely, ready to be removed and snapped onto a tripod.

Exactly! When it gets to the point that the camera is too small for a viewfinder, and you have to read the Owner's Manual to see where to position your fingers to keep them out of the way, something is wrong.

I find that I can hold a heavier camera much steadier. Holding a P&S out in front of me to see the LCD in the bright sun is just asking for a shaky image.

For all the "fun factor" in Rockwell's life, I can see how it could get to be a drag. So much testing and writing and dealing with dealers to get equipment to borrow. I'm sure he's looking forward to the new D4 to test.

Very good article.

Just curious. If I wanted to get a telescope (and I don't - so why am I asking, right?) what would you suggest for something that would accept a DSLR for astronomy photos?

Excellent article.

http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/full-frame-advantage.htm

"Your camera doesn't matter if you know what you're doing, and if you do know what you're doing, a better camera just makes it easier to get the results you demand."
--Ken Rockwell

Free is good. I can make some quick corrections using Irfanview in less time than it takes Photoshop to load.

For a quick adjustment, free programs can be fine, depending.

Go to the Nikon site and see the differences between their flashes. I have the SB-600, and I love it.

Great idea, but way too expensive.

They are getting good bids on ebay - $300 and up.

http://www.ebay.com/ctg/Canon-EOS-40D-10-1-MP-Digital-SLR-Camera-Black-Body-Only-/102194812?LH_ItemCondition=3000&_dmpt=Digital_Cameras&_pcategid=31388&_pcatid=782&_refkw=canon+40d

I'm not crazy about lots of hands on him, and Jasper might not be either. I think that would look too posed and artificial.

A close-up of Jasper and a senior face-to-face might be better.

You have to understand, though, I am not an alpaca expert. I thought alpacas were sweaters.

What time/direction will the viewing be good? I'm surrounded by trees, and my only view is straight up. I'll probably have to drive somewhere to get a good view. It just might be cold. Brrr!