Posts for: ibenger
Feb 7, 2021 09:58:17 #
I have used the Tamron 150 600 G1 for many years, and have never come across this "fact" that the lens doesn't extend to 600mm.
In fact the EXIF data number of my images show that the image was taken at 600mm.
In fact the EXIF data number of my images show that the image was taken at 600mm.
Oct 28, 2020 08:26:19 #
PaulBrit
I have been using PhotoLab for many years (even before it was renamed PhotoLab, from DxO Optic (I think)) and am a committed user.
I am still trying out version 4, and so far have been impressed with DEEPPrime, as my post illustrates.
I do a fair bit of "less than ideal" light and "dark" photography so DEEPPrime looks suited to me.
I have been using PhotoLab for many years (even before it was renamed PhotoLab, from DxO Optic (I think)) and am a committed user.
I am still trying out version 4, and so far have been impressed with DEEPPrime, as my post illustrates.
I do a fair bit of "less than ideal" light and "dark" photography so DEEPPrime looks suited to me.
Oct 27, 2020 07:32:14 #
Over the weekend I went to Harry Potter's Studio Tour here in the UK. I attach three photographs of that visit. Nothing special about the images, except possibly their quality.
They were taken on a Canon G7X MkII, with the following settings ISO 5000, F6.6 for the first two and F9 for the last; speed setting were 30th, 25th 20th respectively.
For post-processing I used DxO PhotoLab 4 using their new DeepPRIME, followed up with use of Topaz Sharpen AI.
I for one am quite impressed with the clarity of the results at such a high ISO setting (5000).
I would be interested in any other comments.
They were taken on a Canon G7X MkII, with the following settings ISO 5000, F6.6 for the first two and F9 for the last; speed setting were 30th, 25th 20th respectively.
For post-processing I used DxO PhotoLab 4 using their new DeepPRIME, followed up with use of Topaz Sharpen AI.
I for one am quite impressed with the clarity of the results at such a high ISO setting (5000).
I would be interested in any other comments.
Feb 26, 2020 08:53:05 #
First an explanation of the title: Blackburn Buccaneers (strike aircraft) at ex-RAF Bruntingthorpe.
Bruntingthorpe is now the home of a number of "cold war" jets that occasionally do high-speed runs up and down the runways. The site is also used extensively as an automobile proving ground.
The Blackburn Buccaneer was initially a Royal Navy strike aircraft operating from the Royal Navy's aircraft carriers until they were replaced by Hawker Harriers on smaller (non-catapult) carriers.
The Buccaneers were transferred to the Royal Air Force as strike aircraft in 1978, being retired from RAF service in 1994; being replaced by Panavia Tornados.
The February afternoon and evening at Bruntingthorpe was cold, wet and windy; but what else can one expect at that time of the year in the UK.
All photographs were taken using a Canon EOS 7D with a Tamron 24-70 lens. Post Processing was with DXO PhotoLab3 using NIC for some adjustments.
All comments very welcome.
Bruntingthorpe is now the home of a number of "cold war" jets that occasionally do high-speed runs up and down the runways. The site is also used extensively as an automobile proving ground.
The Blackburn Buccaneer was initially a Royal Navy strike aircraft operating from the Royal Navy's aircraft carriers until they were replaced by Hawker Harriers on smaller (non-catapult) carriers.
The Buccaneers were transferred to the Royal Air Force as strike aircraft in 1978, being retired from RAF service in 1994; being replaced by Panavia Tornados.
The February afternoon and evening at Bruntingthorpe was cold, wet and windy; but what else can one expect at that time of the year in the UK.
All photographs were taken using a Canon EOS 7D with a Tamron 24-70 lens. Post Processing was with DXO PhotoLab3 using NIC for some adjustments.
All comments very welcome.
Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B - 'XW544' 16 Squadron, RAF Laarbruch, circa 1980
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Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B - 'XW544' 16 Squadron, RAF Laarbruch, circa 1980
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Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B - 'XW544' 16 Squadron, RAF Laarbruch, circa 1980
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Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B - 'XX894' painted to represent '020' of 809 NAS HMS Ark Royal 1978
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Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B - 'XX894' painted to represent '020' of 809 NAS HMS Ark Royal 1978
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Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B - 'XW544' 16 Squadron, RAF Laarbruch, circa 1980
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Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B - 'XX894' painted to represent '020' of 809 NAS HMS Ark Royal 1978
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Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B - 'XX894' painted to represent '020' of 809 NAS HMS Ark Royal 1978
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Blackburn Buccaneer S.2B - 'XX894' painted to represent '020' of 809 NAS HMS Ark Royal 1978
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Oct 14, 2019 10:46:44 #
A trip to Wellesbourne airfield in Warwickshire, UK, last weekend, to photograph a Cold War bomber.
Avro Vulcan B2, XM655 made its last flight in RAF service in 1984.
It is now one of only three Vulcans that are in taxiable condition.
All photographs were taken with a Canon EOS 7D with a Tamron 24-70 lens in RAW format, processed with DxO Photolab2.
Avro Vulcan B2, XM655 made its last flight in RAF service in 1984.
It is now one of only three Vulcans that are in taxiable condition.
All photographs were taken with a Canon EOS 7D with a Tamron 24-70 lens in RAW format, processed with DxO Photolab2.
Sep 17, 2019 17:09:47 #
I'm afraid that the Mosquito was keeping warm in the hanger at East Kirkby, with its engine cowlings removed. I understand that the intention is (perhaps next year) to perform engine runs and taxying.
My visits to RAF Coningsby has been on their organised "Air Combat Power Visit - Photography Event" which the last couple of years has occurred in October. Heard nothing for this year as yet.
My visits to RAF Coningsby has been on their organised "Air Combat Power Visit - Photography Event" which the last couple of years has occurred in October. Heard nothing for this year as yet.
Sep 17, 2019 15:59:19 #
cambriaman
The bomb signs denote a "mission" although not sure the difference between red symbols and yellow - sure that yellow was the norm.
As far as the key is concerned that was for the 21st mission.
The Ice Cream Cones relate to a mission to Italy mainly Turin or Milan - in Britain before the war most Italians were ice cream sales men.
The parachute is a bit of a mystery, possibly a parachute drop of mines?, unlikely to be men.
The bomb signs denote a "mission" although not sure the difference between red symbols and yellow - sure that yellow was the norm.
As far as the key is concerned that was for the 21st mission.
The Ice Cream Cones relate to a mission to Italy mainly Turin or Milan - in Britain before the war most Italians were ice cream sales men.
The parachute is a bit of a mystery, possibly a parachute drop of mines?, unlikely to be men.
Sep 16, 2019 09:39:12 #
These are some photographs of Avro Lancaster B Mk VII, NX611 "Just Jane" taken at the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre, on the site of RAF East Kirkby on Saturday 14th September 2019.
Although "Just Jane" cannot fly she is capable of engine runs and taxying; it is hoped that she will be airworthy in the near future.
All images were taken with a Canon EOS 7D and Tamron 24-70 lens, in RAW format. Post-processing was with DxO Photo Lab 2.
Although "Just Jane" cannot fly she is capable of engine runs and taxying; it is hoped that she will be airworthy in the near future.
All images were taken with a Canon EOS 7D and Tamron 24-70 lens, in RAW format. Post-processing was with DxO Photo Lab 2.
Aug 14, 2019 05:50:33 #
Some great captures. I know the challenges of sharp images with "prop blur" !!
Aug 12, 2019 15:27:44 #
Following on from my post of yesterday of "Colourful Tails at RIAT 2019" here are a few more photos whose only theme is that they were taken at RIAT 2019. (Every July the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) takes place at RAF Fairford in England).
All were taken using a Canon EOS 7D with either a Tamron 70-200 or a Tamron 150-600. They were taken in RAW format processed using DxO PhotoLab 2.
All were taken using a Canon EOS 7D with either a Tamron 70-200 or a Tamron 150-600. They were taken in RAW format processed using DxO PhotoLab 2.
Breitling Jet Team flying Aero L-159 Alca's
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Airbus A400M Atlas, operated by Airbus Industries
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Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4, 'ZK343', 29 Squadron, RAF
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Boeing F/A-18C Hornet, HavLLv31, Finnish Air Force
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Lockheed Martin F-16BM, Esk 727, Royal Danish Air Force
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Sukhoi Su-27P Flanker, '39', 831 Guards Tactical Aviation Brigade, Ukraine Air Force
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Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4, 'ZJ913', 9 Squadron, RAF
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Sukhoi Su-27P Flanker, '39', 831 Guards Tactical Aviation Brigade, Ukraine Air Force
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RAF Red Arrows with Boeing 747-400, 'G-BYGC' in retro BOAC livery to celebrate 100 years of British Airways
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Supermarine Spitfire LF Mk IXc, 'MK356', RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight
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Aug 12, 2019 04:40:25 #
Every July the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) takes place at RAF Fairford in England.
This year there were a number of celebrations, such as 75th Anniversary of D-Day, 70th Anniversary of NATO, even 800 years of Dannebrog (the Danish national flag). Here are a few aircraft tails celebrating these events as well as a few just celebrating......
All were taken using a Canon EOS 7D with either a Tamron 70-200 or a Tamron 150-600. They were taken in RAW format processed using DxO PhotoLab 2.
This year there were a number of celebrations, such as 75th Anniversary of D-Day, 70th Anniversary of NATO, even 800 years of Dannebrog (the Danish national flag). Here are a few aircraft tails celebrating these events as well as a few just celebrating......
All were taken using a Canon EOS 7D with either a Tamron 70-200 or a Tamron 150-600. They were taken in RAW format processed using DxO PhotoLab 2.
Boeing F/A-18C Hornet, Fliegerstaffel 17, Swiss AF
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McDonnell Douglas EAV-8B Matador II Plus, 9th Aircraft Squadron, Armada Española
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Lockheed Martin C-130H, 3 Squadron, Royal Jordanian Air Force
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Lockheed Martin F-16AM Fighting Falcon, Esk 730, Royal Danish Air Force, celebrate 800 years of Dannebrog (the Danish national flag)
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Panavia Tornado IDS, '43+25', Tactical Air Force Wing 51 "Immelmann", Luftwaffe
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McDonnell Douglas F4E-2020, 1nci AJ0/111 Filo, Turkish Air Force
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Lockheed Martin C-130B/E Hercules, 6 Squadron, Pakistan Air Force
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Eurofighter EF2000/T Typhoon, '30+25' TLG 71, Luftwaffe, promoting the 60 years anniversary of Richthofen squadron
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Lockheed Martin F-16AM Fighting Falcon, Belgium Air Component
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Lockheed Martin F-16AM Fighting Falcon, Belgium Air Component
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Oct 17, 2018 15:01:20 #
Many thanks for your comments and your time spent in making those comments.
For information, the first five photographs and the seventh are of a Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4.
The sixth photograph is of a Panavia Tornado GR4 which has been in service with the RAF for 30 or more years, this is probably my last opportunity of photographing one at night as it is being withdrawn from service early in 2019.
The last photograph is an Airbus A400M Atlas, which is slowly replacing the C-130 in RAF service.
Again, my thanks for taking the time, and comments are always welcome.
For information, the first five photographs and the seventh are of a Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4.
The sixth photograph is of a Panavia Tornado GR4 which has been in service with the RAF for 30 or more years, this is probably my last opportunity of photographing one at night as it is being withdrawn from service early in 2019.
The last photograph is an Airbus A400M Atlas, which is slowly replacing the C-130 in RAF service.
Again, my thanks for taking the time, and comments are always welcome.
Oct 16, 2018 10:19:30 #
I was fortunate to be able to spend an evening at RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire, UK
Aug 5, 2015 08:22:52 #
Taffthetooth. I was at RIAT on both Friday and Sunday. As far as weather was concerned Sunday was far better with some blue skies. I see you managed to get some good shots of take-off runs. You couldn't have been far away from where I was positioned.
Aug 5, 2015 08:17:53 #
Jim Bob. Yes all were hand held! I must admit that after a few hours the Tamron 150-600 doe get a little heavy!