I just this week discovered my old Olympus OM-10 film camera with a Zuiko 50mm f/1.8 lens. I cleaned it up, got new batteries and loaded it with Illford ASA 400 B&W film. I started taking pics with it, but I must admit I will have to inquire about the processing part of it now, which I am sure is different (ie: transfer to a disk?) I dug it out becuse I watched a podcast by street photographer John Free. He mentioned current digital photographers should try to shoot a roll of film, with it's limited # of shots, to make each shot "count". So that is where I am, and to answer the question, YES, some of us still use film!

Using the hand held shutter speed rule ( 200mm lens = no less than 1/200sec), do you enter in the "crop factor" (300mm DX equiv = no less than 1/300sec)???

Does anyone have any thoughts, experience or comments on the Lumix ZS50 compact camera for street photography and as a pocket carry around camera. 12MP; shoots RAW; 30x zoom; Leica lens; under $400!!!

I obtain a wealth of knowledge from reading UHH daily, and the advice from the regulars is equally as helpfull. But one recurring theme that surfaces regularly, from our regulars is, try the SEARCH function BEFORE you post a question prefaced by "this may have come up before, but . . . . " For those of you unfamiliar with this, I would encourage you to try it. I have learned so much through individual discussion and educational links & videos just by using the SEARCH function before I threw a question out there. I am not trying to tell anyone how to use this forum, but the plethora of knowledge and information held in the SEARCH function of UHH is well worth the short time invested before posing a question. Give it a try - it's great.

We have a small group of friends that will select a subject and post pics to a private group that you can set up. Only members of the group will see and be able to comment. It works well and maybe worth a try..Flicker is a good site to view lots of photos and incredibly easy to use. Give it a shot!!!

I have this lens, actually bought it used off of a UHH member. It is a great lens; it's a macro and does great macro work, but maybe a bit too close for "real" macro people. I bought it because I think I use it more for "close up" shots and not true macro, and it is sharp as a tack. Plus, the f/2.8 is a bonus as well. It is a Nikon weather sealed lens if you camera is as well. You will have no regrets.

I recently subscribed to PSCC. I downloaded Topaz B&W effects but cannot find it in my Mac or in LR5. Followed all the directions for topaz B&W effects and topazfusionexpress2 software. Re-started, re-installed - still cannot locate topaz??? Any suggestions. Topaz labs has been of minimal help

Nikon D7000;Nikon 18-55 & 55-200; 50mm f/1.8; 35mm f/1.8; Nikon 60mm Macro f/2.8; Tamron 18-270mm. What else do I need? (sold my Tokina 11-16mm on e-bay to get the Tamron)

Thanks, Seacher, I never realized there were those sections to subscribe/unsubscribe to! Ya just keep learning new things every day on the Hog!!!

I feel 500px is a great site for inspiration and education. There is such a plethora of images, that you can learn something even from shots you may not care for. Also, being international in appeal, it lends itself to a broader range of subject matter. And, yes, there are a LOT of very good photographers that post there.

If you don't mind my asking, what was you total cost for the program over the 2 years?

SS, I couldn't agree with you more. Although everyone's questions are important to them, I welcome a series of fresh discussions on, lets call it "organic photography", i.e.: the basics! There is such a wealth of knowledge and experience from members of this forum that needs to be shared, and this is the ideal to appeal to all levels of photographer. Good you you and the rest of us for getting it started.
That being said, you graphic post certainly displays the elements of design (line, , shape and form), but also displays some interesting elements of Gestalt principals (continuation, figure-ground and similarity) The lines, being the most dominant, draw you right into the structure and off to the sky.
Thank you for starting this discussion, it is much appreciated.

I have a D7000 and it does everything I need it to do. The 18-140mm lens is a great bonus over an 18-55 or 18-105. You will not be disappointed for keeping some cash for a few more Mpix and minor features. Enjoy!

You will love the D7100. I moved from a D3000 to a D7000 and actually had an easier time making exposure adjustments because I could work right off the camera back and top and not have to access the menu's on the D3000. I have no regrets and find the D7000-7100 very intuitive to learn. Good luck

Does anyone have experience with "The Filter Dude" Lee compatible filter holders and adapter rings