As the OP I would like to make some comments which apply not only to this thread but also to many others on the UHH site.

1st. Give the poster the benefit of the doubt. In most cases the questions they ask are sincere. Although the question may appear stupid to you because of your experience level, the poster may actually be in the dark and want help. The percentage of out and out Trolls is quite small.

2nd. Study the question asked and if you have information which seems to apply to the subject give it in a constructive manner.

3rd. If you have nothing which seems to benefit the original poster or will clarify another's post, just give it a rest. It's OK to have an unexpressed thought.

4th. Consider just what is gained by being unconscionably impolite to the other members of the Forum.

Regarding my question, I appreciate all of those who responded whether they were constructive, redundant or rude. I never imagined that a simple question might take 5 pages but, in the words of Johnny Dollar, "Everybody's gotta be somewhere".

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3ek38GzsEk

Thanks,

Bob

Thanks Architect. Apparently you are correct.

I'm well versed in the differences between strategic and tactical reloading procedures. The techniques which we use have been developed over the years by professionals to lessen the snafu's and time loss which can result from mishandling. I was only wondering if photography professionals had developed similar protocols to mitigate mishandling. Apparently not and that is understandable. The differences between the two tasks are significant; loss of life with the failure of one and only economic loss with the other.

Thanks to everyone for your input.

Bob

Dear Uh?,
I did not question the complexity. I was asking if there was a generally accepted sequence of the events.

Thanks to RWR and boberic. Those are exactly the helpful answers that I was seeking.

Bob

It occurs to me that one of the most susceptible times in which an equipment mishap might occur is in the changing of lenses. It requires fine motor skills that involve multiple motions of often heavy, fragile items in a defined sequence.

I know that in other events that require such motor skills, such as tactical and strategic reloads of personal weapons, well defined techniques have been developed. There is a distinct similarity between the two tasks in that they involve a fixed receiver (i.e. a pistol and a camera) and two replaceable parts (i.e. magazines and lenses). I wonder if there is a well accepted series of steps and motions that apply to the changing of photographic lenses.

I know to keep the camera body pointed down and I remove the lens cover from the incoming lens before removing the attached lens but when using large lenses such as a 200-500 and a 24-70 I seem to be pretty much thumbs from that point forward. Do you stabilize the body with your right hand while griping the attached lens with your left and using ?what? finger to depress the lens release button? Do you attach the free lens cover to the just removed lens before attaching the new lens, and if so, with which hand; do you hold one of the lenses between your knees, under your arm, in your teeth, etc. Without some solid surface or bag, etc. to assist, all of this would seem to require an extra set of hands.

Bob

I like the B&W. It sets the proper mood. I would like to see another shot taken with the camera moved a little more to the right so that it only includes a couple of the Celtic Crosses and with a view and depth of field that includes the area down the hill in the distance.

Good.

Bob

I like your style. My first entrance into the digital world was with a little Olympus C-50 5 megapixel pocket camera. I took it to England, the Scandinavian countries, Russia, Germany, Alaska, etc. and was free to really enjoy all aspects of the trips and still come home with some remarkable memories. Would they look good if I printed them up in sheetrock size posters? NO. But do they look great on my monitor screen? YES.

The down side is now that if I were to do those trips I would have to fight the urge to lug $10K worth of gear just because I have it when my better judgement should be to get an updated version of the little pocket job.

Have fun-be safe!

Bob

Here's a thought...when you step out of the shower, look in the mirror. If you still can't tell, call yo mama.

So....no one else uses spit and their shirttail???

Bob

Never heard that one before. Sounds like a "Yankee" term to me. Wonder how a soft drink with a marble in the neck would fly today with the consumer protection agencies? Not! When I turn up a cold one the last thing I want is a ball valve in my way.

Bob

If you like long shots for birds, planes, wild game, etc, the 200-500 is your poison. Just a remarkable lens that you will grow to love and search out ways to exercise its capabilities.

Bob

Sounds like just a bunch of mere children. 81+ here and just starting to learn this new hobby. I've noticed that things seem to be slower going into the old brain and faster leaving...

Bob

Welcome aboard from another north Texan just down the road in Irving. But, if you think that 55 is old, you've got a real surprise awaiting you!

Bob

Nice focus. Right on her eye.

She is actually a Mourning Dove. The name comes from the mournful sound they make when calling their mate.
Bob

Very nice!

I agree with the comments but will also add that I find handguns a very difficult subject to photograph. The curved surfaces, the highly reflective surfaces (highly polished blue or especially nickel), often light absorbing checkered wood, and multiple shadows give me a challenge. When you add in the need to select a background that is appropriate but not distracting, it is difficult.

Bob