Posts: MikeMck | Ugly Hedgehog

Computer Monitor Question

lukevaliant wrote:

yes :thumbup:

Thanks. I looked in the Apple site and found out that their display is $1,000.

Dec 14, 2014 11:32:18 #

(Introduce Yourself)

Hello from Maryland

Looking forward to expanding my knowledge of digital photography through the discussions on the forum.[/quote]

Welcome. We may be neighbors, I live in North Beach.

Dec 14, 2014 11:07:12 #

Shooting vs. Shooting

Indiana wrote:

Several years ago I decided to sell my guns and purchase camera equipment with the proceeds. Rather than continue shooting wildlife with my guns, I would rather be shooting wildlife with my camera. Seemed to make more sense to me. Anyone else on the forum experience that transformation?

:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

Dec 14, 2014 11:02:07 #

Computer Monitor Question

I use a dell laptop with a 26" Toshiba TV in the PC mode for a monitor. My question is, if I were to buy an Apple laptop could I continue to utilize my Toshiba TV as a monitor? Thanks for your input.

Dec 13, 2014 12:18:26 #

SonnyE wrote:

You Too, Mike.
Glad you got the shadow nailed down.
Happy Holidaze and Merry Christmas!

Thank you. Happy holidays and happy new year.

Dec 13, 2014 07:44:21 #

MikeMcK wrote:

I have a Canon 7D, I recently bought a Canon 10-18mm IS Lens. When I set the lens to either 10mm or 12mm and take a picture with a flash there is a dark place at the bottom of the picture. See example. The dark place goes away at 14mm - 18mm. Is this a normal condition?

. I have the 60 D & (1) 430 EX 2 & (1) 430 EX flash that if I need to do dedicated I will, I find that using on camera it's best to do bounce. I just never use on board flash. I am looking to get a 6 D on flash on that. Have a great Holiday! J. R.

Dec 12, 2014 20:20:24 #

Peterff wrote:

Neither is my mother in law, she just turned 87 today and she is my favorite party animal!

I'm a lucky guy!

You are very lucky. I had two and I didn't like either one!

Dec 12, 2014 20:17:33 #

Thanks, great suggestions.

Dec 12, 2014 20:17:00 #

Thank you. I guess I am never too old to learn (70).

Dec 12, 2014 19:34:33 #

Thanks, good thoughts.

Dec 12, 2014 18:38:20 #

Time for a Xmas GAS attack I think....[/quote]

I do have a Canon 430EX I neglected to list. Next test I will use it and see what happens. The 10-18 Lens is a first for me. I didn't expect what I saw. Thanks.

Dec 12, 2014 12:52:38 #

SonnyE wrote:

I have the same problem with my 10-24mm Nikon wide angle.
It is a shadow cast from the on camera flash.
I have a flash defuser somewhere in the Christmas crush snail mail on the way.
Alternatively, I think I'll try my ring flash as a substitute.
Ahh, the joys of digital and the power of "Delete".

Glad you brought this up. I have a need to try this "fix" out this morning. ;)

I'm glad I am not alone!

Dec 12, 2014 12:37:09 #

I use Canon 550EX & 580EX II Speed Lites, MR-14EX Macro Ring Lite and MT-24EX Macro Twin Lite.[/quote]

Great advice, thank you.

Dec 11, 2014 17:51:13 #

Linda From Maine wrote:

Interesting! I have the same lens for my T3i and was able to duplicate your issue. Guess we can't use the on-camera flash with that lens :|

You can't use 10mm or 12mm, the shadow disappears at 14mm or as somebody suggested use an external flash. Actually at a focal length of 10-12mm the on board flash isn't much good anyway.

Dec 11, 2014 17:50:23 #

rehess wrote:

From the shape and location of the shadow, I'm guessing that the lens, or lens hood, is blocking some of the light from the flash.

You are right, its the flash, thanks.