Urnst wrote:
Hello. I need to replace my laptop. I use my computer for general purposes and to store and edit my digital photos. I don't do sophisticated post processing of photos. The budget is $1000. Any suggestions? Thanks
I second the desktop as a better value. You get a lot more "computer" power for the money versus a laptop with the same processor and memory.
As for other parts of the equation, I would suggest a processor equivalent to an Intel i7 and as much memory as you can afford, minimum 16Gb. Same for storage. The drive that the OS is on should be an SSD. A Windows 11 PC doesn't need anything more that a 1Tb SSD, for the OS. You can add a second HDD (mechanical hard drive), and again, get the biggest you can afford, minimally 4Tb.
I also agree with a previous poster that said that you need a dedicated GPU.
With a desktop, these choices are much easier to incorporate. And I would check out sales and specials at the brick & mortar stores as well as the major online sources, such as Dell, MicroCenter, TigerDirect, BestBuy and Staples.
rcarol wrote:
There is also a formula that you can use to ensure That you get sharp stars rather than star trails. I believe the formula is as follows: Time (in seconds) = 500/FL (focal length of lens) If anyone can verify that the formula is correct, I would appreciate it.
That formula will give a good starting point. Your results may vary. Try different shutter speeds up and down from what the formula gives you. If you get star trails, you'll need to shorten the shutter time.
Got it! Reread your OP and I stand corrected.
That's a beaut!
I lived in central Vermont in the 70s and remember one perfect October back then. This pic reminded me of that time.
Where in Vermont?
There were at least half a dozen used ones on eBay in the $20-40 price range.
coolhanduke wrote:
Keny,
Thanks!
I studied photographing solar eclipses for a week before I left. Once I found my spot to shoot from I kept testing my camera and making sure the settings were right. I was a nervous wreck until I checked my images and saw the first image of totality.
John, please tell us what equipment you used and the settings.
Ken
Recently observed that an orb weaver takes down their web in the morning and reweaves it at sundown. They leave a single strand in the morning and use it to start weaving the web at night.
Thanks everyone. I opted for Bluetooth instead of wired. Works for me.
I am looking for a wired shutter release that plugs into the 3.5mm earphone jack on a Samsung Android phone. I had found one on Amazon, and put it in my standby list, but it's now unavailable, and when I do a search on Amazon, I get everything but.
47greyfox wrote:
Just keep in mind that if you build your own, you “are” also tech support for your computer.
Also, you would have to go to the manufacturer of each component if something fails. There is no warranty on the whole machine.
If you can wait until mid-July, you might find an exceptional bargain on Amazon Prime Days.
[quote=azemon]I shot this last night from my deck and I am looking for advice on how to get sharper results. /quote]
Nice shot Azemon. Nothing wrong with it.