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Jul 3, 2021 00:17:45   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Can't pull HEIC images off iPhone
ChrisKet wrote:
Grandma G - the iPhone 12 Pro is the best for having something with you…the basic camera will shoot in raw format, if you like that option, and the “portrait” mode works well for all sorts of situations…that beautiful beverage you were just served, or your grandkids doing something you want to remember. I’ve also gotten some nice sunsets and landscapes with it.

All that said, I’m still taking my DSLR on vacations to get the reach I’m not getting with the phone. Check it out..or PM me if you want more info.
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Thanks, I upgraded from an XS for free when I switched to T-Mobile. I’ve only had the phone for 1 day and I tried out the camera already. I will fool around with it some more. I usually have my Sony RX100v3 for those unexpected opportunities but the phone may do in a pinch. It’s nice to know that I’ll always have a decent camera with me!!
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Jul 2, 2021 21:11:34   #
(Members Buy/Sell/Trade -- Classifieds)
SOLD - Nikon 24-70 f/2.8 G - $950
Excellent lens in excellent condition. Comes in original box with case, hood, front and rear caps. I’m selling because I switched to Sony.


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Jul 2, 2021 20:36:49   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Which camera
LestheK wrote:
UHHers, I'm hoping to sell/close on a piece of property in July. I plan to beg my wife to let me spend some money for a new camera. My old Nikon D80 crapped out a few months ago. ERR message that wont go away.
I have five lenses and three batteries for the D80 plus other gizmos including a flash. My question is, what do I buy on a limited budget to replace the D80? I wouldn't mind buying a used camera from a reliable source if it would get me a more up-to-date model.
Thanks.


I agree with several posters that you should get a D500. I had the D7200 and upgraded to the D500. It was (and still is) a GREAT camera.
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Jul 2, 2021 20:32:06   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Can't pull HEIC images off iPhone
ChrisKet wrote:
If using iPhone 12 Pro:

Settings - Photos - Transfer to Mac or PC - Choose “Keep Originals”


Good info. I just got the 12Pro, so I made this change. I rarely use my phone for photos, though. Thanks
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Jul 1, 2021 19:30:15   #
(Professional and Advanced Portraiture)
New Camera + Old Lights = No Flash
E.L.. Shapiro wrote:
Let us know how you make out.

A Sony on-camera Speedlight would make no difference as far as photoelectric cells are concerned- they should respond to any flash if they are working. Check to see if your Buff lights have a switch to turn the photocells on and off.

By the way, Buff has excellent customer service. If there is an issue with that trigger you should contact them. Here's the link:

https://www.paulcbuff.com/Service-and-Repairs.html


You are right and very helpful. I had a long conversation with someone at Paul C Buff and they advised me to send the commander in, which is what I plan to do.

I will use your advice and run some tests tomorrow and follow up after that. Thanks!
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Jul 1, 2021 16:30:17   #
(Professional and Advanced Portraiture)
New Camera + Old Lights = No Flash
E.L.. Shapiro wrote:
This can be a case of too much technology and/or incompatibility or defect in that trigger unit. You can spend days trying to figure it out to no conclusion, so here is a simple workaround.

Your camera has a stand PC (Prontor-Compur) flash sync terminal. Simply obtain a long enough synch cord and wire it directly to one of your Buff lights. The built in photoelectric cells in the other light will trigger them. You might even have such a cord that was packed with your Buff lights. Your lights have a trigger voltage of 5 Volts which is perfectly safe for your camera.

The Buff lights have a standard 1/4" socket. I assume the white dome atop the unit is the photoelectric cell.

Another quick trick- If you have a Speedlight for your camera you can simply bounce it off the ceiling at low power. If it is several stops below your studio lights- it won't affect exposure but it should trigger the photoelectric cells.

I take it you are manually setting yo exposure and ratios so you don't need TTL or command modes.

I hope this helps.
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Thank you for this reply. YES, I can trigger ONE light with the sync cord. I will set up my lights again and see if the first light will trigger the second light. I didn’t have any luck triggering the units with an onboard flash. My flash unit is a Nissin, not Sony, if that makes a difference. I thought about buying a Sony flash. I’m really bummed that the PCBuff Cyber Commander doesn’t seem to work. I WILL be sending that in for possible repair.

Yes, my camera is on Manual mode.
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Jul 1, 2021 12:02:40   #
(Members Buy/Sell/Trade -- Classifieds)
SOLD - Yongnuo Speedlight for Nikon - YN568EX
Jim Bianco wrote:
Is this flash high speed sync. Thanks Jim Blanco I have a nikon.


Here is a list of features


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Jul 1, 2021 11:50:13   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Mac’s Big Sur
jm76237 wrote:
Does anyone use Lightroom Classic with Apple’s Big Sur? If so, any issues? I haven’t upgraded yet and was waiting to make sure it’s working alright.


Big Sur and LR are working fine for me. However, Big Sur still doesn’t recognize raw files from the newest Fuji cameras.

Edit: I cannot view them in Finder. I CAN see them in LR.
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Jul 1, 2021 00:27:54   #
(Members Buy/Sell/Trade -- Classifieds)
SOLD - Yongnuo Speedlight for Nikon - YN568EX
Jim Bianco wrote:
Is this flash high speed sync. Thanks Jim Blanco I have a nikon.


Yes
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Jul 1, 2021 00:26:43   #
(Professional and Advanced Portraiture)
New Camera + Old Lights = No Flash
Old Edmundo wrote:
I use a lot of Paul C Buff equipment ,and Godox last week I was helping A new Lieca SL2 owner use my equipment . Using several types of triggers pocket Wizzard, Godox 2.4, snd Paul C Buff , nothing worked . It turned out it was the camera settings
1)he was in a shutter speed Beyound his camera sync speed
2) he was in a programmed mode
Now all working fine.
If all else fails use your lights as optical slaves with a Sony flash on you camera
Or
Place a receiver on you camera to shoot remotely and receivers on you lights,
Use one channel to trigger the camera and a second Chanel to trigger the lights
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Thank you for this. I am in Manual mode, ISO 100, 1/125 shutter speed, 5.6 aperture. The small transmitter just needed a new battery to work on the a7iii BUT IT WONT TRIGGER THE LIGHTS on the a7Riv. Using the sync cord, I can trigger the lights. What setting am I missing on the newer camera? How do I set a different channel to trigger the camera?
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Jun 29, 2021 13:34:58   #
(Members Buy/Sell/Trade -- Classifieds)
SOLD - Yongnuo Speedlight for Nikon - YN568EX
Like new heavy duty unit. It was bought for Nikon; but actually works on my Sony and Fuji cameras. It’s just too big and heavy for my smaller cameras. It has a stand and a case and many many features. $55 OBO. That’s half the price of a new one and this one was rarely used. I take PayPal continental USA. Thanks. PM if interested.


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Jun 29, 2021 11:57:38   #
(Professional and Advanced Portraiture)
New Camera + Old Lights = No Flash
Manglesphoto wrote:
Are you trying to use the popup on your camera to fire the einstiens?
if so you you have the flash sensor facing or almost facing the camera.


There’s no popup on my camera. I’m using the PCB small transmitter. I tried a flash to see if it would trigger the Einstein but that was a no go. I also have a PCBuff Cyber Commander which also won’t trigger the light.
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Jun 28, 2021 21:38:27   #
(Professional and Advanced Portraiture)
New Camera + Old Lights = No Flash
I tried taking portraits with my trusty Paul C Buff lights (Einstein and Alien Bee) that worked great with my Sony a7iii. However, no such luck using the Sony a7Riv. I've watched and re-watched all the PCB videos and I spent an hour on a chat with Sony to no avail. The Sony rep just wanted tp sell me a Sony flash even though that wouldn't have solved the problem. I have a Nissin flash that works just fine on the camera; but it won't trigger the strobes. I'm just glad that I didn't sell the Sony a7iii (I planned to keep it as a backup). I bought the Einstein brand new in November, 2018, so it is fairly new and the Sony a7R4 has been out for a while, so I'm at a loss as to why they don't play nice.

Does anyone have an idea about what I could be doing wrong? The flashes work on their own and from both the small transmitter and the Cyber Commander; but neither trigger the flash units when placed in the cameras hot shoe. I did call PCBuff and they thought that the connection on the foot of the Commander may not connect right and that I should send it in to be repaired.

I compared the settings on both cameras and they are the same, although the iv does have additional menu options not available on the iii. It sure seems like I am missing something simple to make the two communicate.. or is the camera too new and the lights too old to communicate? All items have fully charged or new batteries and the firmware on the camera has been updated. All ideas and suggestions are welcome.
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Jun 23, 2021 11:37:09   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Interested in trees?
kpsk_sony wrote:
If you are a forest bather or just fascinated by trees, check out the summer issue of the Sierra club’s magazine, SIERRA. It has some glorious b&w pics of some extraordinary trees. Forest bathing BTW just means you like to walk in a forest and commune with nature. I’m one. There’s a prize winning fiction book about the effect of trees on the lives of some interesting characters—THE OVERSTORY.


I want to do this!

https://www.google.com/amp/s/api.nationalgeographic.com/distribution/public/amp/travel/article/forest-bathing-nature-walk-health
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Jun 23, 2021 11:33:07   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Adobe June Update
bsprague wrote:
Where you have the shortcuts is an operating system thing. You didn't say if you have Apple or Windows. Put them where you want them.

"Creative Cloud is trying to load the applications and has been for 25 minutes."
It can take longer than that. It depends on your connections (WiFi?), internet speed and probably how busy Adobe servers are.

" Does anyone know how to resent the update with out a complete reinstall?"
There is not a way to reset the updating system. Recently I uninstalled the Creative Cloud app, downloaded a fresh instating file and installed it. I don't remember what I was trying to fix, but it got fixed.
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Smart answers. I’ve had to reinstall the Creative Cloud app as well. Then everything works again!
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