ncshutterbug wrote:
Randy, I still don't see the standalone version on this page. Only cloud version.
The last time I was on their site looking for the discounted upgrade from LR5 to LR6 I couldn't find it anywhere. I finally got into a chat session with a salesperson and she gave me a link. I suspect that is now the only way to find the stand-alone upgrade.
Anyone have comments about Flickr? I see they offer 1TB for free.
Silverman wrote:
I have read mixed reviews on the after market batteries for my Nikon D3300 DSLR, do you have an opinion or advice on these after market replacement batteries for the original EN-EL14A battery?
I bought a pair of replacement batteries from Cameta 12 years ago and they're still going strong -- I have these two plus the original Nikon battery that came with the camera. I alternate each of these every time I change batteries and I see no performance difference between them.
Tigerpaws wrote:
Hi, I have been using LR( subscription) for 2 years now, and cannot print my pics! I just updated it and it seems they have changed something! HELP!!
I get a pop up that says "the destination folder for this is missing on all my pictures" also I went to back up and it says"catalogue size is more than 4 GB.Please use a third part such as 7zip or stuffit expander to extract your catalogue back up" I don't know what any of this means. Can someone tell me what to do?! Thanks in advance.
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I don't know about the destination folder problem, but Tim Grey addressed your 4GB issue just today in his "Ask Tim Grey" email:
Tim's Quick Answer: The error you're seeing relates to an issue with ZIP files over 4GB in size on the Macintosh operating system. The error is not a major issue, as there are a variety of tools that enable you to extract files from a ZIP file that is over 4GB in size. More Detail: The basic issue here relates to some limitations with certain operating systems related to ZIP files (or files in general) over 4GB in size. The built-in support for ZIP files on the Macintosh platform does not extend to ZIP files over 4GB in size, in some cases reporting such ZIP files as being corrupted. As a workaround, you can use a third-party tool (rather than the operating system itself) to extract a backup of a catalog that exceeds 4GB. For example, StuffIt Expander (
http://my.smithmicro.com/stuffit-file-compression-software.html) provides broader compatibility for extracting compressed files. Of course, this is only an issue when you need to actually restore your catalog from a backup. Hopefully that will never be an issue for any photographer. But when it does become necessary to restore from a backup, if your catalog backup is over 4GB in size you may need to use a third-party utility to extract the backup. This file size issue is not a concern for most Windows users, and frankly it isn't a major concern for Macintosh users. In this case it would be perfectly reasonable to turn on the "Don't show again" checkbox in the alert dialog regarding the large catalog size, so that you won't see this message in the future.
Definitely leave the tripod home. I never found a use for it on the islands, and your group will resent you if they have to constantly wait for you. Some of the walks can be strenuous, so you won't want the weight either. Birds in flight would be the only use for a very long telephoto -- most of your shots will be fairly close range. One albatross built her nest right in the middle of the path and refused to budge, making everyone walk around her!
ramblinmen wrote:
Having recently been to the Galapagos Islands I concur with other readers that your kit is fine. Most animals (except flying birds) can be approached close enough even if you remain on the approved trails and areas. You might take along cotton balls or q-tips or a fiber free cloth and some rubbing alcohol to wipe down your camera/lenses after a day in the field as you will be traveling from ship to shore by zodiac type raft for your expeditions. I took many photos (dolphins, birds, penguins, iguanas, etc.) while on the rafts and the salt water spray can play havoc with electronics. I wiped down all the exposed surfaces at the end of every day. I might also suggest several extra batteries, charger with appropriate plug addapter AND small sized memory cards not the 64-128 gig type but use 8-16 gb. Why? Because if a chip goes bad you may lose thousands or all your accumulated photos with larger cards. I have seen this happen to other photographers more than once. I took enough cards for a thousand photos/day/camera and backed them up to a laptop every night.
Lastly, format your cards then take test photos with each lens and make sure your batteries will charge and discharge before you leave home .... make sure everything works appropriately before you leave home on a once in a life time $$$ trip like a Safari or Galapagos. I don't remember any camera shops in the islands that carried parts other than overpriced memory cards and aa type batteries or could do repairs.
Don't get so hung up on taking photos that you miss observing the marvelous creatures that exist around you. Most do not have any natural predators and show no fear of mankind. So cool!
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I agree -- don't expect to find any photo supplies for sale there. Recommend taking a laptop with you for backups, quick editing, and emailing home.
LXK0930 wrote:
I went to the Galapagos a number of years ago. Your lens is probably fine.
However, be aware that there will probably be some "wet landings" which can damage your equipment. For those instances, I recommend taking a small, inexpensive P&S camera (some have pretty long zooms) that you can double seal in a plastic baggie.
Results may not be up to DSLR quality, but at least you will have some images.
Enjoy your trip.
Our "wet landings" never involved water more than a foot deep, so just take a garbage bag to stuff your camera in for the few seconds it takes to disembark to protect from splashes. Definitely take your best camera -- you'll never get shots like this again!
I'm heading to New York City this weekend. I'm a bit scared to be carrying an expensive camera around my neck and an obvious camera bag over my shoulder. Is my small-town paranoia getting the best of me? Take it or leave it home?
Of course we do. It's called progress! Would you prefer that Canon or Nikon stopped trying to improve and release new cameras?
Most cell phones are USB-b (micro). USB-c is newer, and mostly found on the newest and thinnest laptops.
I recently got an email from Costco that they now offer cartridge refilling at my local warehouse. Has anyone had any experience with Costco refills?
I recently got an email from Costco that they now offer cartridge refilling at my local warehouse. Has anyone had any experience with Costco refills?
To recycle at Staples, you need to enroll in their rewards program and use your account number whenever you make any purchase. You can recycle up to 10 cartridges/month (more if your level of purchases entitles you to a higher level membership) provided that you've purchased at least $30 in ink within the past 6 months. You receive $2/cartridge in rebates which you can apply to purchases at Staples. In addition to recycling, the rewards program gets you 2% or more in rebates on all purchases. Pretty good deal since membership is free.