Posts for: Bridges
Apr 29, 2024 12:08:05 #
Jdphotoman wrote:
If I wanted all of them, what’s the postage to 32091?
John
John
I pulled out a few for a member wanting articles on studio portraits. That leaves maybe 40 or 50 -- I will check with the post office to see how much the book rate would be and get back to you.
Apr 29, 2024 11:46:49 #
dennis2146 wrote:
I never enter photo contests. I just don't take t... (show quote)
While I like the Bison better in the first shot, the white tree behind it draws my eye and I don't like the juxtaposition it creates with the animal. Depending on the contest rules, you could clone the tree out or crop in tighter. If it is a nature shot, only minimal cropping and adjusting would be permitted, and cloning anything would not be accepted. If no alteration is done, I would have to go with the second shot.
Update: Someone mentioned the second shot being a little less sharp -- in revisiting both shots it does seem the eye on the second shot is a little soft while the rest is sharp. My guess is the bison moved its head slightly as you were taking the shot. I also enlarged the first photo to crop most of the white tree out leaving only the trunk and one lower hanging branch. If you do this, it would eliminate most of what I found objectionable in the original shot. I would do one of two things: If you have Topaz AI Sharpen, I feel sure the slightly soft eye could be sharpened to where it would not be an issue. If not, I would crop down from the top of the first shot as I described.
Good luck with the contest. Both are excellent shots -- let us know when you win!
Apr 29, 2024 11:39:29 #
User ID wrote:
Lumix ZS100 cuz you say "preferably cheap". Pretty much a cheap version of the Sony. One inch format, 20MP, full conrols, raw+jpg, EVF.
Good choice there if bucks are a factor. A friend was looking for a small camera and I loaned her my Lumix ZS100 to compare with the Sony 100 VII. The performance was very close but the Sony was a bit sharper. She went with the Sony but then again, the Lumix is 400-500 while the Sony is 1200. If you don't plan to print above 8x10, it would be hard to tell the difference.
Apr 29, 2024 11:34:52 #
kennmurrah wrote:
Greetings.
Today I attended an event (ok, it was the Acro-Cats, a traveling show of trained cats. Please don’t laugh.) Photography was encouraged but “professional “ cameras were not allowed, by which they meant cameras with interchangeable lenses.
I’m planning for the next such event. Since bridge are mostly gone now, what camera would you recommend? Preferably cheap. Possibly used. Probably with a relatively long focal length.
Thanks!!!!!
Today I attended an event (ok, it was the Acro-Cats, a traveling show of trained cats. Please don’t laugh.) Photography was encouraged but “professional “ cameras were not allowed, by which they meant cameras with interchangeable lenses.
I’m planning for the next such event. Since bridge are mostly gone now, what camera would you recommend? Preferably cheap. Possibly used. Probably with a relatively long focal length.
Thanks!!!!!
From a friend who owns both: Large - Sony 10 IV, Small - Sony 100 VII. Check out the ratings on these two and you will see there isn't really a challenger. Both are pricy 10 IV around 1600, 100 VII around 1200.
Apr 28, 2024 09:03:59 #
Apr 28, 2024 08:59:23 #
I have some beautiful magazines in pristine condition. These date from 2006 to 2013. These have some of the most beautiful photos you could imagine. There is also some good information about how to set up some of the photos. I have saved these through the years for inspiration, but at my age, it is time to begin reducing bulk.
I will send one or twenty of these for the price of postage. Some may want copies to complete a year that has been saved. Anyway, they are beautiful and can be appreciated to just look through.
I also have a couple dozen Popular Photography and a few other misc. magazines.
I will send one or twenty of these for the price of postage. Some may want copies to complete a year that has been saved. Anyway, they are beautiful and can be appreciated to just look through.
I also have a couple dozen Popular Photography and a few other misc. magazines.
Apr 28, 2024 07:34:58 #
Manglesphoto wrote:
So far every long lens I have had has only had one mounting hole in the foot, My cure was to very carefully drill and tap a second hole for a mounting plate of 5" to 7"
Yes, I think any one-post connection is bound to loosen up regardless of how well it is mounted. I was glad to see Nikon provided two holes albeit one 1/4 and one 3/8. It was simple enough to make that 3/8 hole smaller so two 1/4 screws could be used. Some suggested using ways to keep the screws tight and that is also good info.
Apr 27, 2024 15:28:21 #
I have a good friend who wants to sell some of her equipment. Here is the first of three units she wants to sell:
Lumix GX7 -- this camera was purchased because she travels to Africa every other year and has for about the last ten years. She liked this camera because it is rather compact and will use interchangeable lenses. She took it on a trip to Europe (where she goes in years when not going to Africa). She decided changing lenses in a more dusty environment like Africa was not for her. I doubt there have been 1000 shots taken with this camera. She subsequently purchased a Sony 10 IV and is very happy with that. She also bought a Sony RX 100 VII for a backup and is very happy with that camera. One of the lenses she purchased for this camera is a Leica lens that is highly desirable and costs more than the body. She has three other lenses which gives this kit a lot of options. Also included is a small pocketable flash unit that was never used.
With the 4 lenses, you would have a range of 24-600mm equivalent in 35mm.
All equipment is in great condition with very light scratches on the top of the popup flash. (see photo)
She would like to have a reasonable offer on the whole kit
Lumix GX7 -- this camera was purchased because she travels to Africa every other year and has for about the last ten years. She liked this camera because it is rather compact and will use interchangeable lenses. She took it on a trip to Europe (where she goes in years when not going to Africa). She decided changing lenses in a more dusty environment like Africa was not for her. I doubt there have been 1000 shots taken with this camera. She subsequently purchased a Sony 10 IV and is very happy with that. She also bought a Sony RX 100 VII for a backup and is very happy with that camera. One of the lenses she purchased for this camera is a Leica lens that is highly desirable and costs more than the body. She has three other lenses which gives this kit a lot of options. Also included is a small pocketable flash unit that was never used.
With the 4 lenses, you would have a range of 24-600mm equivalent in 35mm.
All equipment is in great condition with very light scratches on the top of the popup flash. (see photo)
She would like to have a reasonable offer on the whole kit
Apr 27, 2024 11:33:43 #
Last week I mentioned the new 180-600 proved to be very sharp and well made except for the foot which is not Swiss-Arca compatible. I fixed mine and hope this will be informative for some who also want to have a Swiss-Arca foot on their lens.
First I ordered a plate which is about 1 1/2" longer than the Nikon foot. The Nikon foot has two holes -- a 1/4x20, and a 3/8". The plate opening for the mounting screw will only allow the 1/4x20 screw to be used. I ordered an insert to reduce the Nikon 3/8 opening to 1/4x20. I also ordered new screws that attach with an allen wrench which I deem more secure than a regular screw. By doing this I was able to use two screws to mount the new plate to the Nikon foot. This makes an extra firm mount that will not slip like a single screw could. Below are photos of the items I used.
The total cost of this project was around 25.00.
I will add this one comment: Someone mentioned Nikon may use the foot they do for comfort and I will agree with the attached plate its ridges do make carrying it by the foot less comfortable.
First I ordered a plate which is about 1 1/2" longer than the Nikon foot. The Nikon foot has two holes -- a 1/4x20, and a 3/8". The plate opening for the mounting screw will only allow the 1/4x20 screw to be used. I ordered an insert to reduce the Nikon 3/8 opening to 1/4x20. I also ordered new screws that attach with an allen wrench which I deem more secure than a regular screw. By doing this I was able to use two screws to mount the new plate to the Nikon foot. This makes an extra firm mount that will not slip like a single screw could. Below are photos of the items I used.
The total cost of this project was around 25.00.
I will add this one comment: Someone mentioned Nikon may use the foot they do for comfort and I will agree with the attached plate its ridges do make carrying it by the foot less comfortable.
Apr 27, 2024 10:56:53 #
brabusa wrote:
Really Right Stuff spent considerable time working... (show quote)
I recently spent my photo budget on a couple of lenses and a tripod but for anyone considering this: This is by far and away the best ball head I've ever used. I was shooting with a friend who had one and on one shoot he couldn't attend I used it for a full day of shooting. Not only is it smooth as a highly polished ball bearing, the lever lock is solid and much better than having to take the time to screw down a Swiss-Arca plate.
Apr 27, 2024 10:43:02 #
Wyantry wrote:
It is another case of Receding Floorline
In concert with receding hairline!
Apr 26, 2024 08:51:27 #
joecichjr wrote:
The builders also included natural plants from the area!
Very nice! #2 has wonderful detail.
Apr 26, 2024 08:49:23 #
tcthome wrote:
On a trail at Sandy Hook NRA. Handheld-Nikon D810/200-500 f5.6 lens at 500mm. f7.1 1/500 sec auto iso- #1 180, #2 200 & #3 560. Hope you like & thanks for looking.
Beautiful lighting and #1 is really composed well. You must have caught a perfect day with a light cloud cover making the sky a giant softbox. The lack of heavy dark shadows make your shots very appealing.
Apr 26, 2024 08:41:22 #
black mamba wrote:
Well, I don't think a pole is going to help you. I can read you the last rites...no charge for a friend.
Great find and a nice shot! One thing I can proclaim without reservation: This is not Amish construction!
Apr 26, 2024 08:08:55 #
jjenk wrote:
I plan to spend two weeks in Maine in late July. Are there any "Must See" photographic stops that you recommend? Either well-known or along the back roads.
Thank you!
Thank you!
I've been there a number of times and there are many places worth seeing if you hang along the coast. Notably for my experience -- Bath, Rockland, and Camden are worth a visit. The Portland Head Lighthouse is really nice.
From the first time I visited about 30 years ago to my last visit in 2022, Acadia has changed a lot. I recall pulling up to a closed gate (just a bar across the road) to drive up to the top of Mt. Desert Island. I wanted to be the first person in America for just one day to see the sunrise. I did that. Fast forward to today -- no longer a simple road leading to the top -- now it is almost a major road with a guard gate. You have to book your visit ahead of time with the hour you plan to visit. It seems there is a two-hour window like 11:00 to 1:00. If you don't make that time, you can't visit without rebooking.
One thing I wanted to see was Moose. They are not so prevalent along the coast and I have seen only one female. Someone told me if I wanted to see moose, it would be better to head inland toward Baxter State Park and Mt. Kathadin. My next visit I will try to head inland but so far in my six or seven trips there I've always stayed along the coast.