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Oct 23, 2014 07:50:00   #
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Portrait question.
DavidPine wrote:
Tracy, DoF was difficult for me to digest so I made a study of it until I could grasp most of the requirements. A DoF calculator is an absolute must, imo. One other thing, I had each of my lenses calibrated to my camera by a professional camera shop. The cost was $28.50 per lens, which is about average, and it was well worth the expense. Good luck.


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Oct 23, 2014 07:47:37   #
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Response to constructive criticism...
SharpShooter wrote:
<snip>others are just flat out lousy at it and hide behind the veil of brutal honesty(unkind).
<snip>


I find the “brutal honesty” is a form of self delusion.
When someone says: “Look, I always tell it like it is!!!” I think, no you don’t! You don’t walk down the street saying , “Hey you! Your nose is too big!!!, And YOU!!! You seem like you are an excellent banker!!! And look!!! There are ants on the ground!!! That tree is too green for this time of year!!!”

No one has time to that “honest.”

We all select the “truths” we point out, those we choose not to point out and how we say them. So if you get harsh and rude, you are not just being honest, you are just being harsh and rude.
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Oct 23, 2014 07:36:35   #
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About that diopter thing
SonnyE wrote:
Oh, I did change my eye piece from stock to a Hoodman glasses type. I don't wear glasses, except for over the counter readers (2.00 X).
It makes it easier for me to glue the camera to my face. ;)
It blocks the LCD view somewhat, so folks need to be aware of that.
I like it.


I have tried Crazy Glue and Bondo with initially good results during the day. However, at night, I looked silly going out to dinner. My next attempts will be with medical skin glue and gorilla glue. I will try to keep you updated. :thumbup:
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Oct 23, 2014 07:25:46   #
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What part of photography is art- amI missing something
Craft can be measured in how something "looks" or was made.

Art is measured in how it moves us or makes us think.
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Oct 22, 2014 13:35:42   #
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Response to constructive criticism...
Uuglypher wrote:
Just a thought on responses to constructive criticism and critiques...
Often, positive comments and critiques are called "kind" which implies something perhaps pleasant to receive, yet perhaps undeserved.
I really think that when positive comments are rendered, and objectively suported, they are deserved, not simply "kind". I do understand that to call them "kind" is a humble thing to do, and that humility is a common and pleasant characteristic of many of our participants, but the other side of that coin is that to characterize a statement of praise as merely "kind" is to somehow (and I'm sure unintentionally) diminish its sincere intent. I do think there is ample evidence of kind intent behind many critiques that point out a variety of remedial technical and pp techniques, so that when totally positive comment is deservedly offered, it need not be thought to be "kind".

Just a thought that I offer with some trepidation that it might be received negatively. It certainly is not, in any manner, meant so.

Best regards,
Dave in SD
Just a thought on responses to constructive critic... (show quote)


SHUT UP!!! And I mean that in the kindest way.

Seriously, your point is well taken. :thumbup:
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Oct 22, 2014 13:32:42   #
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portrait lenses for canon T5i
amehta wrote:
I would agree with the 85mm f/1.8 if she has space, the 50mm if she does not. She can look at the focal lengths she uses for her current portraits when she zooms to see which she tends to use most. If she uses the 18-55mm kit lens and always has it at 55mm, then the 85mm might be okay.


This is amehta's thing, so I would listen to this advice. :thumbup:
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Oct 22, 2014 13:29:41   #
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Portrait question.
TracyT4i wrote:
It's brand new.


You might want to print out a test chart and check the focus. I do it with all new lenses. You can find instructions all over the net for performing the tests. Basically you shoot the chart at about 45 degrees auto focusing on the center and then load them on your computer and see if the focus is dead on or a little forward or backward.

Here is a link to one approach.
http://www.canonrumors.com/tech-articles/how-to-test-a-lens/
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Oct 22, 2014 13:23:27   #
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A Canon Nikon question I have been asked, but can't answer
Sirius_one wrote:
She has always used a point and shoot which was easier to use for all her travels. She is into birding, and learning to draw them. Photos would be very helpful to her in that endeavor. Thank you for you interest.


This makes me think that a mirrorless should at least be considered in the mix. Lighter weight and easier for travel. If I were starting over, I would seriously consider mirrorless.

Cdouthitt around anywhere?
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Oct 22, 2014 13:17:26   #
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Portrait question.
TracyT4i wrote:
Here is one of the pictures I took with my 100mm f/2.8 L lens.


Nice composition. To my eye, it appears to be just a tiny bit forward focused. The boy’s pant leg seems sharper than the face. Have you ever had the lens adjusted?
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Oct 22, 2014 13:04:54   #
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Sigma 18-35mm & Nikon D7100
NealB wrote:
I am considering purchasing the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM A lens to use with my Nikon D7100. Has anyone had experience with this lens. The online photo's credited to this lens seem to be very sharp. I am very happy with my Sigma 150-500mm so I now feel comfortable buying the Sigma brand. Thank you in advance.


I use it on a t3i and LOVE IT!!! I also got the hub and did some micro adjusting of the lens. It is tack sharp. Any focus issues in a shot are now my fault and not the lens.
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Oct 22, 2014 13:01:39   #
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A Canon Nikon question I have been asked, but can't answer
Sirius_one wrote:
Thank you so very much, I will forward your message to her, it is very helpful.


I agree with amfoto1 except for the camera. If she is not doing video, get the t3i and save a couple more bucks for lenses.
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Oct 22, 2014 12:57:36   #
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pc or mac?
Dngallagher wrote:
I would find that rather difficult for a Windows PC...
You must be running Linux! ;)


But for the breakup of Ma Bell, we would all be on Unix based machines today.
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Oct 22, 2014 12:21:50   #
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Cleaning Lens
davidrb wrote:
You may want to discover why you are experiencing this. I see photographers constantly checking their lenses, but seldom do they need to clean them. What causes these smudges? Smudges can lead to scratches. Til you can find out what is causing this, you might try a LensPen, they are inexpensive and easy to carry.


In fact you might want to consider a filter to protect the lens, if you are having that much trouble.
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Oct 22, 2014 12:06:03   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Cleaning Lens
Dan L wrote:
This might work, well worn pair of underwear, The fibers should be well rounded, clean, and soft.
The fiber cloth seems just spread and smear the particles around.


How long do you need to wear them? A week, a month? Does the smell bother you?

:wink:
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Oct 22, 2014 11:36:38   #
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pc or mac?
TheDman wrote:
You may be a bit out of date.


There are now enough people using macs to make tham attractive to hackers. Until recently, it was not worth the effort of any self respecting hacker to target macs.
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