J Mowry.Thanks for your post as it as it clears up an answer to a question I was surmising I had in the first place. As I said in my post I’m a belt & braces man, thus being the reason I opt for the JPEG/RAW format. Yet another query answered by the Hoggers.

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Just a question re’ quality on my Canon. On the bottom of quality menu it shows RAW & LARGE & opposite it just shows RAW. Being a belt & braces person I go for RAW & LARGE & apart from saving file space, is there any advantage shooting in just the RAW mode?

I was having the same problem a couple of years ago (Metz 36) & was thinking of using my Metta Blitz {think that is how you spell it} from my film days but was warned off it on account of frying my Canon. The problem is that I occasionally do prize winners presentations which can be as many as 40 or more clicks & on the advice of this forum I have since been using Eneloop rechargeable (worth the extra expense} which are more than up to the challenge.

Re' your enquiry, I have a Miranda tripod {have had this stable ’pod for about 7yrs} & could also be interested in a similar QR plate. My question is, are QR plates to tripods a compatible standard fit dimension, or will I be searching for a one off fit for my ‘pod?

[quote=Graveman]Every now and then I see the term "Point and Shoot". This is defined as "A camera that is simple, easy to use with a minimum of user controls". Such was my first camera (pictured) the only control was to either move backward or forward to get it in focus.

Re’ your point & shoot subject, the camera image took my thoughts back 50yrs or more. I was an owner of a Microcord TWR. I bought it pre’ owned for use ( as well as the schools plate Sandersons) for portraiture sessions on a C&G course I was taking over 50yrs ago (I’m 84yrs now). The Microcord design was based on that of the Rolleicord which a few of the better heeled class mates owned. Take it from me the TLR was quite a bit of sophisticated piece of kit in its day. One of the handiest uses was street or candid shots, as you could stand side on to your subject without them realising. I’ve looked on line for any attachment for my DSLR which would give me the same facility, surely one of the Hogs could forward a URL re’ said kit. Thanks for the memory jog.

I have renewed my ancient Epsom printer after 4 yrs of continued use (problem with rollers pulling paper through). A while ago I purchased an Epsom XP-305.& with prior experience I use compatible inks at about 1/6 of the price of Epsom genuine. When I purchased the XP I was also given a 4 pack of compatibles with the advice of saving the genuine ink to put in the printer if it malfunctioned within the guarantee period, (I’m well past that now}. I have a few compatible ink prints in my drawing room & in spite comments, the colours are still as vibrant. The other advice given to me, was ignore the warning pop ups re’ the dangers to your printer using compatibles & also stay away from the Epsom down loads. Already the saving on inks would afford me to have renewed the XP twice.
Re’ the above ramblings & at the expense of being shot down in flames I must say I always respect advice of the more knowledgeable UH members, so it’s your choice.

Thanks for the post & the 'all our testerdays' Years ago I had a collapsible timber tripod, but no way as sturdy as yours.

Maybe in my ignorance I‘m just asking - looking at the UH posts & camera sales pitch’s about sensors with super MP’s, I am wondering about the claimed definition, would you ever be able to do them credit with the average (even up to A3} printer with the restriction of their DPI’s. I can see the advantages re’ cropping or really large blow ups. Enlighten me please. You would be surprised how happy I am with my 15mp.

No mention of camera? On purchase of my Canon included were 2 software discs that allows me to edit in raw {you can download them for free} then save as jpeg, doing the rest of the editing with my ancient PS7.
Going on line, I’m sure you will find a compatible download for your camera, otherwise there are plenty of other free down loads.
Out of curiosity I have tried a couple of them but did not come up to the spec’ of the Canon soft ware.

Just an experience. Was at a vintage ploughing contest, & all though the subjects (tractors) were pin sharp the tree background (though they should be in my DOF) had a very slight blur to them, when it dawned on me ( it was hardly noticeable) there was a maybe a slight breeze. Lesson learned, ‘ up my shutter speed’ before any other considerations.

Patrick & Michael where walking when Patrick says “Slow down Michael, you’re walking to fast” “To fast” says Michael “when I’m on my own I walk twice as fast as this” Patrick replies “I’d hate to be with you when you’re on your own”

I have the Epsom XP-305, perfect for the print job up to A4.
I scan my neg's with a inexpensive neg' scanner - but a time consuming task.

My 18-55mm came with my Canon & was amazed at its performance. I've since added a nifty/50 & the Tamron 18/200 thus giving me a range to suit all my purposes.
The 18/55 I use mostly, on account of its lack of weight & fits into my smaller camera bag when out walking any distance.
Incidentally I have had my 400d & 18/55 5yrs & still waiting for Armageddon. If fate plays a nasty on me, I can well afford to renew them for all the service I’ve had from them.

I have the 18/200 & the lock only functions in the retracted position. My Tamron when in use stays extended at the last focus point (manual). Brilliant lense.

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