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Cumbres Toltec

Stunning images. Thanks for sharing.

Feb 11, 2024 07:44:02 #

Thank you all for the recommendations, advice, and food for thought.
You make the UHH forum a great resource.

Feb 11, 2024 07:40:47 #

photonaut wrote:

I can highly recommend AP-T Camera Repair in Albuquerque. AP-T is located at 4503 Menaul Blvd NE, the phone is 505-881-6600. The owner has been in business for at least 30 years and I have used them many times for film to digital repairs. Here is what they do: "Repair and cleaning of film and digital photography equipment. Sensor cleanings. Sales of quality film and digital gear. Photography classes on how to use your camera. Studio rental space available." Give them a try.

Thank you!

Feb 9, 2024 15:38:51 #

CHG_CANON wrote:

I've had work done by http://www.slr35.com/ in Englewood, Florida….

Thank you! This is helpful.

Feb 9, 2024 08:18:59 #

BebuLamar wrote:

Does this camera have a lot of sentimental value to you? If not it's better to buy replacement or simply get rid of it. Having someone repair it is not economically feasible. But then sometimes there is nothing wrong with the camera, it may just need a new battery.

It has great sentimental value to the owner — reportedly has a shutter problem. Thanks for your prompt response.

Feb 9, 2024 07:02:08 #

Would anyone have a recommendation for a camera repair person or shop that could repair a Canon AE-1 film camera with a shutter problem? Asking for a friend in New Mexico.
Thanks for your help!

(General Chit-Chat (non-photography talk))

Jan 29, 2024 14:24:27 #

Peanut Allergy

LittleRed wrote:

Very true that a person’s allergies can change as ... (show quote)

I can confirm this. I had 63 great years of pasta and pizza when I was diagnosed with Celiacs

I used to think this gluten allergy thing was a bunch of b.s.

Jan 29, 2024 14:11:56 #

South Africa safari tour

uniqueharm wrote:

Looking for names of current South Africa safari tour companies…

I can highly recommend www.idubephotosafaris.com. Kevin Dooley is an accomplished, well-renowned professional photographer and certified guide, who with his wife Tricia (who is from South Africa) will set you up for photographic success with once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

My go-to camera/lens combination for my safari was a 7Dii with a 100-400 lens. I also had a 5Div with a 24-105 which was essential for the many landscape opportunities and for the times when the animals were up close. Your 18-400 lens looks like it would cover all the bases.

Whoever you choose, just go — you’ll love it!

Dec 1, 2023 14:23:39 #

Metal Prints

Markag wrote:

UHH'ers preferred vendor?

I like Printique by Adorama.
Excellent metal prints - quality service. Frequent sales and discounts.

www.printique.com

Nov 5, 2023 10:26:26 #

Cumbres Toltec

Excellent shots!
Thanks for sharing.

Oct 22, 2023 22:58:25 #

Cell phone cameras

Ellen101 wrote:

... I was very taken aback how good the shots came out. The prints were amazingly clear.
How can this be ?

The Smartphone technology is spectacular and is getting better every day. Add to that new phone apps for camera control and post processing, you can produce results that rival (and some would say beat) DSLRs and Mirrorless.

Professional photographer Rick Sammon, a well known Canon "Explorer of Light" and later Sony Ambassador, started a Facebook group "Explorers of Life" -- dedicated exclusively to Smartphone photography.
[ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1011002886955928 ].

To prove a point, Rick recently completed a photo safari to Tanzania and posted daily photos solely using smartphones -- an Apple iPhone 15 Pro and a Samsung Galaxy S23. The results were super-impressive to the point where he did not miss his "big camera with big lenses" at all. See attached photo.

I'm not about about to give up on my Canon ecosystem but I see advantages to learning how to maximize the potential of smart phones in creating awesome images.

Left: Big Camera/Lens taken in Botswana 2016; Right: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Photo taken recently in Tanzania, 2023

Sep 27, 2023 21:05:21 #

“Smokey” Durango and Silverton NGR in Action

ClarkJohnson wrote:

.....Too many fantastic shots, but this is my favorite.

Stellar image! Thanks for sharing.

Sep 27, 2023 21:03:00 #

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Clyde 13 wrote:

Beautiful pictures and helps me remember the trip when I took in early70s or late 60s.

Thank you!

(Post-Processing Digital Images)

Aug 30, 2023 16:09:34 #

Topaz Photo AI & Lightroom Classic - Workflow

DirtFarmer wrote:

However, you might be able to use smart collections.

(Post-Processing Digital Images)

Aug 30, 2023 11:49:53 #

Topaz Photo AI & Lightroom Classic - Workflow

BobPeterson wrote:

This works for me. File now ends up back in LR in the correct folder. There was a time that the return was buggy. Maybe you have an old version of Photo AI?

https://support.topazlabs.com/article/134-the-recommended-raw-workflow-in-lightroom-classic

Yes - thank you.