Posts for: orrie smith
Jan 12, 2019 11:59:10 #
It snowed in Kansas City overnight.
Jan 11, 2019 18:10:59 #
toast wrote:
I keep hearing it's rather difficult to use. Some ... (show quote)
Lightroom is quite easy to use actually. It comes with some presets, and there are others available for purchase, and if you find a preset that will work on most of your photos, workflow is fast and easy. If you want a little more detail, you simply need to adjust a few settings and you are done. Also, if your photography is mostly similar, and the same adjustments can be used on all of your photos, you are able to edit the first photo, select the rest of your photos, and sync the settings all at one shot. There are many tutorials on You Tube and instructions on Google. If you buy the subscription for $10.00 per month, it will stay updated in case you ever buy a new camera, you will always have a program that will read the raw files.
Jan 10, 2019 08:20:44 #
twowindsbear wrote:
Call FedEx. Make them redeliver it.
Look at the box, READ the address before you sign for it.
2 ways to solve your problem.
Look at the box, READ the address before you sign for it.
2 ways to solve your problem.
Why should Jerry have to solve the problem? FedX needs to hire intelligent people.
Jan 8, 2019 15:32:58 #
Shel B wrote:
Being fairly new to digital photography, I'm still learning...a lot. Here's my question. I currently use an older Nikon d700 for the bulk of my still photos. I think it is a 12 megapixel. In practical use, is there enough difference in image quality to warrant the move up to something with over 20 megapixels? I do make some prints up to 30x40...and I think the results are quite good. I love the d700. It's as solid as a rock....but am I missing out? I'm only interested in image quality.
If you are satisfied with what you are creating, stick with it. In my opinion, upgrading is more about the added features you are able to get, such as a faster focus, frames per second, the way the controls are laid out for ease of use, and things of that nature. The higher pixels are just added bonuses. Look at the Nikon D5 and D500, they actually lost megapixels, went from 24 to 21, and they are considered professional models from Nikon. Some say the more megapixels the larger the print, but you seem to be impressed with your 12 megapixels and the 30x40 prints, so, why change?
Jan 8, 2019 15:25:42 #
Jan 8, 2019 11:38:01 #
Some from a few years ago to warm up this cold winter day.
Jan 5, 2019 15:56:38 #
Glassdude wrote:
Hi all, I just signed up. Looking for knowledge ... (show quote)
I am not a Canon guy, so I will let someone else advise you on a model of Canon. But, when you decide what you want to buy, I would recommend you check out KEH for used equipment. It is a great way to save some money, and they usually give a decent guarantee on the products they sell. B&H Photo and Adorama are great places to shop online as well. Good luck with what ever you choose.
Jan 5, 2019 10:35:51 #
mblock wrote:
I would like to carry something lighter than my MacBook on trips and wondering about the iPadPro. However I was under the impression that I couldn't connect to an external hard drive for backup and for later transfer of my RAW photos. Anyone have experience with this?
There is a plug in you could use that plugs into the charge port, but I have found that a great deal of devices will not work properly do to a low power level, so check with Apple before you purchase. If you do get the iPad Pro, there is an app called Photo Manager Pro 5 that is a great app for storing your edited photos on your iPad. Unlike Photos, you may put your photos in individual folders for easy access.
Jan 5, 2019 10:28:35 #
B_meyer5.55NY wrote:
My husband and I just moved to Nevada from gorgeou... (show quote)
You are near so many great places to see. Google Sparks, Nevada and bring up the larger map. Decide how far you are comfortable driving, draw a circle with that distance figured in, and enjoy. If you decide to take day trips, or even a few days, check out roadtrippers.com. it is a site that will highlight sites to see along the way.
Jan 2, 2019 20:57:33 #
Davoallen wrote:
Seven years ago I bought a Canon SX20 "bridge... (show quote)
Check with KEH for used equipment. I like the Tamron 150-600mm, but it may be too heavy for you. KEH did not have that lens, but they had a couple of 18-270mm for around $195.00 that may work for you. Good luck with your search.
Jan 2, 2019 15:46:07 #
farwest wrote:
wondering about pictures printed on metal or other type of surface materials vs framing a print. Seems frames cost more than a print.
I had a photo of a black bear printed on glass at fracture.com. It turned out really well, but I am having a hard time getting used to not having a frame and matting. My wife and friends say it is a great photo, and they are correct, it is just hard to get used to it.
Jan 1, 2019 11:19:36 #
Dec 31, 2018 08:11:46 #
A few from Alabama
Dec 30, 2018 18:05:46 #
Jacqui Burke wrote:
Hi, br br My husband and I are going on a Baja wh... (show quote)
If you are renting a car, drive up into the mountains. You are already going to the zoo, you may want to see Sea World as well. You could drive to the desert as well. Check out a web site called roadtrippers.com. Use your hotel as your starting point, then use Los Angeles as your destination, and it will give you locations of interest along the path. Not suggesting you go to Los Angeles, although it would be a great day trip, but just use the city as a reference point to see what is of interest between San Diego and Los Angeles.
Dec 27, 2018 10:12:06 #
Photobum wrote:
Just out of curiosity, do many of you use back button focus, and if so, what do you liked or dislike about the feature?
All of my cameras are set with back button focus. It took a bit to get used to it, but once I did, I can not imagine going back to half button focus. The advantage is you may acquire focus, then reposition for composition without losing focus on your subject, you have instant ability to manually focus without needing to turn of auto focus, you may hold the back button focus for continuous focusing on moving subjects. If you decide to try it, take your camera out for a day and make yourself use it all day. Take lots of photos so you get used to it. I think you will like it.