Posts: Elmosal | Ugly Hedgehog

shutter release for Canon DSLR

Morrisdh wrote:

Thank you for the info I have needed one of these for awhile
now. mdh

You're welcome Morris I waste $20 @ starbucks so I guess it's all in how we view things, that being said I thought I would take a chance based on another member having one of these for about 4 years & has had no issues.

Feb 26, 2013 15:57:01 #

shutter release for Canon DSLR

Festina Lente wrote:

Yes, they do work.
The two problems I have experienced is their limited ability to go around objects and through walls.
They also tend to use more battery power (shorter battery life) than the more expensive professional radio triggers do.

But for occasional use in visual line of sight (which is 90% of the time for most folks) you win the frugal award for the day.
Good buy!

Thanks Festina, you're correct it will be limited use but I tried it with a wall between me & the camera & the building has a metal studs & it worked fine.Leaves me nickles, dimes & pennies to save for my next lens. That's where frugal goes out of the window, unless buying used is considered frugal.

Feb 26, 2013 15:14:14 #

shutter release for Canon DSLR

There was some questions about remote shutter release for Canon cameras. I just got today the product linked below & tested it on my D40 & it works great & it was only $20. I walked about 100 ft away from my camera & it worked without hesitation, so if anyone wants wireless release I can say this one works. I hope this helps
PRO SERIES Equivalent CANON RS-80N3 Wireless Remote & Shutter Release for EOS 10D / 1D Mark II , III , IV / 20D , 20Da / 7D / 1V / 3 / 30D / 40D / 50D / 5D Mark III / 6D / 7D / D30 / D60 / EOS-1D & More Canon Digital Cameras!
you can purchase it on amazon or direct from the company for the same price.
here is the amazon link
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Feb 25, 2013 23:28:11 #

Team work [Osprey pair]

riverfox wrote:

Minolta 300mm f/2.8. That was a PM lens. The PM stands for Pre marriage!

Elmosal wrote:

riverfox wrote:

Osprey pair rebuilding their nest preparing for the next generation.

Wonderful photograph. What lens did you use?

Thanks for the info...great shot

Feb 25, 2013 22:54:26 #

Team work [Osprey pair]

riverfox wrote:

Minolta 300mm f/2.8. That was a PM lens. The PM stands for Pre marriage!

Elmosal wrote:

riverfox wrote:

Osprey pair rebuilding their nest preparing for the next generation.

Wonderful photograph. What lens did you use?

Thanks for the info...great shot

Feb 25, 2013 21:39:03 #

Team work [Osprey pair]

riverfox wrote:

Osprey pair rebuilding their nest preparing for the next generation.

Wonderful photograph. What lens did you use?

Feb 25, 2013 21:37:44 #

I would like to thank everyone for all of the info & feed back which means a lot to me. I like that I can get answers from people that have hands on experience with the lens in question.i think many times this is more informative than just reading reviews. Again many thanks- Elmo

Feb 25, 2013 16:10:07 #

Grumpy D Stevens wrote:

quote=Elmosal quote=Grumpy D Stevens quote=rhc7... (show quote)

it's all a learning curve with lingo the only stupid question is the one not asked .......

Feb 25, 2013 14:29:59 #

Grumpy D Stevens wrote:

quote=rhc7 if you plan to use Canon 70-200 f2.8 ... (show quote)

it means "image quality"

Feb 25, 2013 13:46:04 #

jeep_daddy wrote:

Great deals can be had on used lenses. I never buy the most recent upgrade. I always skip a generation or wait until a new model is about to be released and then buy a used item from someone else that just has to have the newest.

I think you'll be happy with any of the 70-200's. Buy the one that fits your budget.

Thank you jeep I appreciate your feedback. I helps me a lot

Feb 25, 2013 13:45:20 #

rhc7 wrote:

if you plan to use Canon 70-200 f2.8 on a tripode.. why not look at the Canon 70-200 f4.0 IS. price is about half, IQ is almost as good and in a pinch, you have the IS for handheld shots.

I use the f4.0 IS for HS indoor BB games, with IS) at 2000, good enough pics for local paper and up to 8x10 not bad. The IQ is outstanding quality... on Canon 7d...

Thank you rhc ....grand kids play basketball & volleyball indoors & there are time tripods are not allowed which is why I was considering the f/2.8. I think if I find a great deal on a used pristine 2.8 I may go that way but sometimes it's all about the $$$$ thanks for your info

Feb 24, 2013 14:59:28 #

robert-photos wrote:

quote=Elmosal I have a canon 40D with a 24-105L l... (show quote)

Feb 24, 2013 14:44:16 #

I have a canon 40D with a 24-105L lens & want to get a faster lens with with some reach. I have been looking at the 70-200 f/2.8 I do have a tripod & wanted to know if it is worth getting the IS ii. I know at some point I want to get a macro lens which info on that would also be appreciated. I was thinking of buying a used or refurbished, any thoughts on that.As for which I would buy 1st would depend on I see a great deal on the 70-200 or macro. I would like to stay in the L series lenses so when I upgrade the 40D body I would be set on lenses.....until I discover something else I want......we know we don't always buy what we need but more what we want,.
Thanks in advance
ELmo

Feb 24, 2013 09:13:50 #

red bird?

bhowdy wrote:

The pictured bird is a Northern Cardinal. I don't think the wings are that black, more a result of the shadow effect in the photo. Cardinals are considered "year round" residents for the entire state of Texas.

Thank you bhowdy, my wife said she got a good look at it yesterday & it had the point on the top of its head. In the 12 years we've lived in our home this is the 1st time we have ever seen one.

Feb 24, 2013 00:32:09 #

red bird?

pixbyjnjphotos wrote:

It has to be a male cardinal. Take a look at the last picture on my first post.

http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-64566-1.html

Thank you, I couldn't get a view of the top or back of his head. He never moved, just stayed perched without movement .