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Monday 2010/03/22
| 2010-03-21 20:59:07-05:00 |
Things That are Counted
Counted? |
| 2010-03-21 20:45:55-05:00 |
Imacon Flextight: Settings for IT8-Target?
Hi Group! What is the best Way to scan an IT8-Target with the Flexcolor-Software in order to create a ICC-Profile? I've tried several settings, including the Auto-Method described in the Imacon-Yahoogroup.... |
| 2010-03-21 20:09:23-05:00 |
Need help makeing images look natural and soft
Ok I have been seeing this look, its a very natural soft look to it and I really like it and I was just wondering if maybe someone can show me how to do it. Here is an example of a girls work that I absolutely ... |
| 2010-03-21 20:00:58-05:00 |
Concert Photo: How do I take pictures like this?
How would one take a picture like the one I have linked here, http://phish.net/media/livepics/2009-12-04--graham-0008.jpg There is no blurr of lights so I assume it wasnt a long exposure on a tripod, y... |
| 2010-03-21 19:39:50-05:00 |
Manfrotto Tripod Center Column size question
I am looking for a compatible Manfrotto center column to replace the existing one in Manfrotto 719B tripod. Does anyone know if there are other Manfrotto tripods with center column dimensions as above?... |
| 2010-03-21 19:25:44-05:00 |
Mamiya RB67 Pro SD & NPC Polaroid back
Hello All, I'm pretty new to Medium Format and have just acquired an RB67 Pro SD with a K/L 65mm lens and a NPC Poloraid Back MF-3. I recently used a pack of Fuji FP-100B instant film. After shooting one ... |
| 2010-03-21 19:04:48-05:00 |
help on portrait positions
I'm new to this and was asked by my church to take the photos for our new directory. I am having trouble with positioning, any tips and/or websites I can visit that would have some suggestions. I found ... |
| 2010-03-21 19:02:20-05:00 |
N80 plus fuji back = S2
I bought my wife a used Fuji S2 for a hobby gift to have fun with. After much study, I found that the S2 is a Nikon N80 with a Fuji digital back. I was wondering if anyone has tried to replace their Finepix ... |
| 2010-03-21 18:49:56-05:00 |
yashica-a, magnifying snafu
I am new to medium format and am already frustrated. It's a rental and it did not come with a manual, but I managed to find some helpful info online. My question has to do with the magnifying glass. I p... |
| 2010-03-21 18:35:37-05:00 |
Calibrating a Sekonic L-758DR
I am trying to calibrate my Sekonic meter and I am having some trouble. Every time I try to calibrated for flash I get a broken up looking curve. I have tried lowing the power on the strobes as Sekonic ... |
| 2010-03-21 18:25:31-05:00 |
The Sharpening Blues
This is really odd. See the attached composite image. The top half was sharpened in LR 2.6 and exported. The bottom has no sharpening applied. I understand about unsharp masking and complements of colors,... |
| 2010-03-21 18:19:23-05:00 |
Second camera advice please
Hey everyone, So I'm a wedding, event, party, portrait and concert photographer in NYC and I've got the 5D Mk II. I'm currently looking for a second body but don't want to spend all too much. Here are t... |
| 2010-03-21 18:18:23-05:00 |
Nikon 50mm f/1.4 G lense wont autofocus
Hi. I have my aperture set to f/1.4 and when i try taking a picture,it wont auto focus at all. i usually have to manual focus just a bit, to a certain point then it starts autofocusing. It wasnt like this ... |
| 2010-03-21 18:13:57-05:00 |
should i buy Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Lens?
i own the Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens i want to buy new lens for my trip to europe but i don't know which one to get .. should i get this one?... |
| 2010-03-21 18:12:17-05:00 |
Bronica GS-1 mirror problems
I bought a GS-1 from KEH.com a while ago, with the 100mm f/3.5 lens. I put a 4LR44 battery in it, took two shots and then it stopped working. Meaning when I press the shutter release, the shutter goes o... |
| 2010-03-21 18:00:06-05:00 |
rolleiflex problem
I just bought a Rolleiflex 3.5 Tessar yesterday and the only problem is that there is a notch that resets the film counter and it has worn down so the counter is not reset between each roll. I want to t... |
| 2010-03-21 17:40:11-05:00 |
Physical Security (locks, screens, other devices...)
City welder 'secures' park toilet |
| 2010-03-21 17:20:03-05:00 |
Current Manual Mode Coolpix
First post - please be gentle (and yes I did search the forum first!) D90, D50, 6006, FE owner - lots of lenses. I'm looking for a coolpix to carry in the briefcase that will let me shoot in manual o... |
| 2010-03-21 17:16:40-05:00 | Umbrellas |
| 2010-03-21 17:10:44-05:00 |
Live Music Photography tips please?
Hey i'd love some live music photography tips please? http://www.flickr.com/photos/mbeh/ thanks |
| 2010-03-21 16:43:55-05:00 |
EF 85mm f1.2 for 5DMK2
Hi all, got my camera almost 1 month now with the 24-105mm lens. I now would like to add a lens into my collection. A lot recommended 70-200mm but due to the inconvenience of its size I plan to move t... |
| 2010-03-21 16:41:01-05:00 |
Irregular chromatic aberration on 80-200 2.8 AF-D?
I'm looking at buying a used, 5 year old 80-200 AF-D, and shot some test shots out in the sun yesterday, at around 1/100, f5-f7. I'm looking at the shots in lightroom now, and am having trouble pinpointing ... |
| 2010-03-21 16:20:28-05:00 |
Spyderpro3
Hi Everyone, So first off I'll start by saying that I've decided to calibrate my laptop using the Spyderpro3 as I didn't have the extra cash for the Eye2display1, which I would have preferred....but anyways.... |
| 2010-03-21 16:17:06-05:00 |
New Camera Time!!
I'm getting the hang of the Canon 300D that my buddy sold me about a year ago, and I think I'm ready for something new. I've read a few reviews about the Canon T2i, and I've read a few reviews about the ... |
| 2010-03-21 15:51:38-05:00 |
Noob Here...
Hey Everyone.... I just bought a Canon SX10 IS, and I am new to photography. A few things to start with... Any tips, like/dislikes, comments, anything on the camera? Would a higher class SDHC Card make ... |
| 2010-03-21 15:50:52-05:00 |
Canon 100mm macro - new vs. old
Canon recently supplanted its Canon EF 100mm macro USM lens with the EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM lens. I'd like to know if the newer lens is worth twice the money. I'm interested primarily in image sharpness.... |
| 2010-03-21 15:47:47-05:00 |
coolscan power off not & 9000
I have a coolscan 5000 and inadvertently left it on for several days. What damage could this cause? It was warm but not hot to the touch. I scanned a slide with it and it seems o.k. While on the subject ... |
| 2010-03-21 15:33:12-05:00 |
Hawaii - 70-200 F2.8 IS or 100-400 4.5-5.6 IS L?
I'm thinking about taking my Canon 100-400 4.5-5.6 IS L over the 70-200 2.8 IS. The 100-400 isn't useful when it starts to get dark, but is great during the day when I'll do most of my shooting in Hawaii.... |
| 2010-03-21 15:15:58-05:00 |
Shot with Film
Anything within the last year you've captured on film then scanned in... |
| 2010-03-21 15:13:45-05:00 |
Canon eos 50d - Disappointed
Just got a new 50d with new 28-70 usm L lens. Also got a 70-200 usm L Man am I disappointed. Color balance is way off. Focus is off. I try setting various modes (left dial program mode) and check the images ... |
| 2010-03-21 14:49:52-05:00 |
Recommendations for a compact, rigid 50 mm in LTM ??
Hi all,my IIIa is going back into service after I reskinned it (Aki-Asahi DIY kit - really nice, BTW), and I would like to exploit its compactness the most by getting a nice, compact 50 mm which does *n... |
| 2010-03-21 14:44:05-05:00 |
Lens for copying artwork
Need a very low distortion lens for copying artwork. Originals are generally A4 or A3, some smaller, some bigger. Currently using a 100mm macro Sigma and the distortion is becoming very tiresome Can anyone ... |
| 2010-03-21 14:14:47-05:00 |
Some Shots with a Super Baldax
I bought it from an ad in the local newspaper. It's similar to the other Baldax I've got but this one has a Schneider Radionar f2.9 lens and coupled rangefinder. The rangefinder was way off vertically, ... |
| 2010-03-21 13:51:46-05:00 |
Good Studio lens for Portriats ( Canon )
Can someone please reccommend a good lens for shooting Portriats in a Studio. Some will be closeup headshots, some will be full body. The Studio is quite bright if need be, and I will actually lower the ... |
| 2010-03-21 13:36:27-05:00 |
My next two pieces of equipment... final thoughts?
I finally have some extra cash so spend on some long awaited photography equipment. Just running my final selections past anyone for final input. I currently have a D80, 18-70mm, 50mm 1.8, and a cheapo ... |
| 2010-03-21 13:28:41-05:00 |
Help identifying Yashica-Mat TLR
I've recently restored this TLR for my own use (I'm not a collector). Can anyone identify this model I've done a lot of searching, but I've never been able to find another with the same adjustment knobs ... |
| 2010-03-21 13:12:51-05:00 |
What size frame for 20x30" print?
Hi everybody! I'm new to framing. I've gotten my first inquiry from a friend who wants to have one of my photos printed. I'd like to have the photo printed for him at a 2:3 aspect ratio at 20x30. What ... |
| 2010-03-21 12:25:34-05:00 |
Importing to Lightroom
I am new to Lightroom (version 2.3). When I import images from my Canon G-10, the images in the preview show up as upside down. If instead I use the software that came with the camera, they are rightside ... |
| 2010-03-21 12:25:00-05:00 |
special sandbags for weighing down a tripod
Where do you get the sandbags for weighing down a tripod, for the center column which needs something to hang, and for the ones on each leg? I suppose the legs are easier to find. than the center column.... |
| 2010-03-21 12:10:49-05:00 |
NX2 / Exposure Settings
I have a question for all of you NX2 users. What actually happens, changes, etc... when one adjusts the exposure of an image with NX2? My current understanding is that any adjustment, + or -, is only a ... |
| 2010-03-21 11:39:37-05:00 |
Advice on A650IS with lens converters
Has anyone actually used the Canon wide and tele lens converters on this camera or the similar G9? If so, what results(IQ wise) can be expected? Are there any image samples of the A650 with either or b... |
| 2010-03-21 11:38:13-05:00 |
Suitable Tripod (or other support) for a Bi Kardan.
I recently sold my old Calumet 5x4 view camera to finance the purchase of a Linhof Bi Kardan (5x4 size) and I am wondering if there is any advice any users of this system could pass on with regard to supporting ... |
| 2010-03-21 11:30:26-05:00 |
Recommend any good nonphotography books lately?
Do you have any nonphotography books you've read lately that you recommend? I just finished "The Soros Lectures" by George Soros. He talks about economics and politics in general and about the current c... |
| 2010-03-21 11:18:32-05:00 |
Ideal lens for Canon 40D for landscape photography under $600?
I'm interested in landscape, and I'm up to using a new lens for Landscape. I've been thinking of the 70-200mm f/4 lens, which I'll save up a bit for, but still, I have a budget. Is using a wide-angle lens,... |
| 2010-03-21 11:11:22-05:00 |
Sample images that show the difference of the EF 70-200mm f/4L USM and EF 70-200mm f/4 IS USM
I'm trying to find out the difference of what the 70-200mm lens would be with the IS and without the IS. Well, first of all, which do you prefer? Secondly, what would the image difference be with the IS ... |
| 2010-03-21 11:00:24-05:00 | Capitals |
| 2010-03-21 10:58:48-05:00 |
828 Film
I have a Coronet Cub camera that I think takes 828 film. Just wondering if it would be possible to use regular 35mm film instead, and would I have to do anything differently if so? Thanks |
| 2010-03-21 10:58:34-05:00 | Not For Sale |
| 2010-03-21 10:50:51-05:00 |
How to store 20d battery
Hello, I just upgraded to 7d and now I was wondering since I probably won't use the 20d for a while should I remove the battery or can I leave it in camera? Thanks, TC |
| 2010-03-21 10:42:14-05:00 |
Polarizing Filter advice
Hi all, Just purchased a Heliopan SLIM Circular Polarizing filter for my Nikon FM10. I noticed it has a 2.5 printed on the side. My question is is the "2.5" something I need to note when shooting? Also,... |
| 2010-03-21 10:00:27-05:00 | Hoops - anywhere, anyplace |
| 2010-03-21 09:55:15-05:00 |
Firemen
US Air Force fire-fighters at work. |
| 2010-03-21 09:31:25-05:00 |
70-200 f4 for portraits
Just wondering how well the 70-200 f4 works for outdoor portraits. To be honest, I have this lens and I just haven't had the opportunity to use it for portrait photography yet. My current lenses are ... |
| 2010-03-21 08:05:17-05:00 | brick |
| 2010-03-21 07:58:31-05:00 |
When is your lens outfit complete ?
After ten years of scrimping and saving I would have to say that my Canon lens outfit is completete. No not all the lenses are 'L' series, but they do cover the ranges of 20mm to 300mm. These are Pure ... |
| 2010-03-21 05:53:52-05:00 |
At the mall
trying out my new toys.... |
| 2010-03-21 04:59:29-05:00 |
"Nikon D90 vs. Canon 5D Mark II" or "Cropped vs. Full Frame"
Hi I'm about to buy my first D-SLR. now I have a Canon PowerShot S2 and I'm really sick of the noisy shots it takes. so I want to buy a camera which has the least noise. I mostly do landscape and somehow ... |
| 2010-03-21 04:52:42-05:00 |
POW 3/21/10
It's nearly 3am in Denver, so... I'll go first. I didn't process this until tonight, but I like the shot. I'm not really into self portraits, but I AM my most-willing subject. I used my *istDS with the ... |
| 2010-03-21 04:29:11-05:00 |
Digitize a book as fast as fanning through pages
Meet Masatoshi Ishikawa, a professor at the University of Tokyo. Ishikawa is well known in robotics circles for his Matrix bullet time-style amazing demos -- like a robo-hand that can dribble a ball ... |
| 2010-03-21 03:36:42-05:00 |
W/NW Pic of the Week # 12
Weird musings on how to start this weeks POW, so here's one from a couple of years ago. M7 and 35 Summicron "Rendition" |
| 2010-03-21 02:35:10-05:00 |
Suggestions on Lenses: D300s - shooting outdoor portraits - lots of children
I just got a new D300s and would like to buy a new lens I shoot 99.9% of the time outdoors, children and families, I need a fast, sharp lens that focuses quickly. I LOVE my 50mm 1.8 but it seems to be a... |
| 2010-03-21 02:29:06-05:00 |
The Cuban missle crisis: where were you when...
From time to time we've all swapped stories with one another about "where we were when.... Jack and Bobbie Kennedy were assassinated, when Martin Luther King was assassinated, when Neil Armstrong stepped ... |
| 2010-03-21 02:26:36-05:00 |
Looking for Information on how to do Proofs for Preschools
Im looking for suggestions, comments, and information on who, what, where, how much, and how effectively you do proofs when photographing in a school / daycare / or multiple person situation I did a 2 d... |
| 2010-03-21 02:11:25-05:00 |
Digital Back
Hi all. I'm looking to get into medium format digital back and would like to know if anyone has an older phase one or leaf that i could use with either a Hasselblad 500cm or a Mamiya RZ 67 pro? I have a... |
| 2010-03-21 02:04:02-05:00 |
Selling Massproduced Prints on Canvas through distributor for Stores : Help !
Hi, I am a fine art photographer in business since 7 years in Quebec. I was recently approached by a new store wanting to do business with me for massproduction prints on canvas. They'll need the digital ... |
| 2010-03-21 02:03:06-05:00 |
Geology
Interesting geological features around the world. |
| 2010-03-21 01:47:17-05:00 |
Beseler enlarger trouble
Hello- I recently acquired a Beseler 23C enlarger from my neighbor. Everything works fine except for one slight problem. When I place a negative in the negative tray, only about 3/4 of the picture is ... |
| 2010-03-21 01:35:33-05:00 |
"Photographs, Ideas, and Meaning" (?)
Not being a regular in this forum, I may have no standing to suggest a change. Nonetheless...for four years now, reading through PoP threads as a casual visitor, I have been deeply impressed by the ... |
| 2010-03-21 01:12:54-05:00 |
Need to lighten the load for some waterfall hiking.
This is not question about what to take - but rather what not to take. I need to lighten the load for a May waterfall trip to Pennsylvania and West Virginia. I expect some scrambling down banks, stream ... |
| 2010-03-21 01:02:42-05:00 |
Any tips for reducing grain?
Hello all, I've scanned an image from negative and am surprised at how grainy it is. It didn't look so bad in the original print. I'm wondering if anyone has advice for reducing the grain in Photoshop C... |
| 2010-03-21 00:42:18-05:00 |
Sunday Musings: another dream about Leicas
Among other things (which included someone's Jesus Mary Magdalene theory, a conversation in a caf with an older man with stained teeth and an unwritten song by Julee Cruise) I dreamed this morning about ... |
| 2010-03-21 00:28:00-05:00 |
Overexposed pictures? Frustrated with results from Minolta X-370...
I'm having some trouble here. I recently got 2 cameras. One is a Pentax ES with some takumar/SMC lenses. The other, a Minolta X-370 with various MD/MC lenses. The ES has consistently given me very nice ... |
| 2010-03-21 00:23:33-05:00 |
Looking for a good Photography class in NYC to take
Hello! Almost 2 years ago I purchased a nice SLR camera (Canon EOS 40D), and it has definitely challenged my knowledge of photography to the point that I'm not getting the most out of it! I live in New ... |
| 2010-03-21 00:09:38-05:00 |
Resolution test target for film scanner?
I would like to find a resolution test target that will let me quantify and compare resolution on film scanners (need transparent not reflective target). I am aware of the 1951 USAF glass slide resolution ... |
| 2010-03-21 00:08:36-05:00 |
sony mavica mvc A7AF info
hello i just found my fathers old sony mavica camera it is a mvc A7AF i just wanted to get some more information on it. i dont know if i posted in the right place. i have googled it but i only came up w... |
| 2010-03-20 23:49:55-05:00 |
D300 Zoom Image Issue
Has anyone else run into this issue with their D300. I was shooting an event this evening with my D300 and SB800 on a RRS flash bracket with Nikon TTL flash cord. Every once in a while after shooting a ... |
| 2010-03-20 23:46:14-05:00 |
Want to start shooting in RAW and use Photoshop elements
I have a Pentax K7 and I want to start shooting in raw. Someone mentioned making sure I select DNG in my menu setting, not sure what it is? Also, does photoshop elements handle raw photos? I use iPhoto ... |
| 2010-03-20 23:45:32-05:00 |
Epson 4880 error message SET INK CRTG
Hello (1st post here) I'm just setting up my new Epson 4880 right now. Everything's all set, but right out of the gate it says my black ink is empty. error message is: SET INK CRTG ...with the "0" flashing ... |
| 2010-03-20 23:22:50-05:00 |
Top Photos
Hi My question is, When one of my pictures can be shown in the top photographies?, is it necesary to have some amount of ratings? or may be an especific average? Thanks. |
| 2010-03-20 23:16:14-05:00 |
Having a hard time making a decision on lighting
I have asked alot of questions and read alot about different lighting options but im a bit confused still as to which way to go? My initial idea was to go with 4 580 ex II some soft boxes, a couple of u... |
| 2010-03-20 23:12:58-05:00 |
NYC camera store that sells old cameras, odds/ends, etc?
I'm looking for a store that does just that! Most stores have the same stuff, whatever is current. I need a store that sells der stuff, working or not. And, odds and ends like bellow bits or whatever.... |
| 2010-03-20 23:11:10-05:00 | Hair |
| 2010-03-20 23:06:24-05:00 |
My print turned yellow. Is it my Dektol?
I printed only 4 prints within a 2 hour range. On my fourth print the edge is literally attacked by yellow stink. I turned on my bathroom light and saw the dektol looks like golden apple juice. O yeah.... |
| 2010-03-20 22:54:17-05:00 |
What tripod for Pentax 6X7 in macro photography
I am interested in buying a tripod to use my Pentax 6X7 (MLU) in close-up / macro photography with the 135mm macro and also for landscapes with the 55mm and 90mm lenses. So far I have narrowed my search ... |
| 2010-03-20 22:43:08-05:00 |
Something a little different..
I don't know if this is the perfect forum for this post, but I can't think of a better one. My youngest son, who is a far worse auction-watcher than I, phoned me the other day to say, There's an auction ... |
| 2010-03-20 22:38:30-05:00 |
Shutter repair cost?
My E-500 started acting badly today - doing only what I can guess is having the shutter stick. I would get a few perfectly good frames and then a cluster in which the shutter was very very slow (on a bright ... |
| 2010-03-20 22:37:41-05:00 |
Ten stops of a 5DII
So, today, I did a boring exercise I haven’t done in ages. I’ve been meaning to do it with the 5DII for quite some time, but have’t gotten a round tuit until today. I shot a gray card in the sun. ... |
| 2010-03-20 22:30:25-05:00 |
How much should I spend for a used Voigtlander Bessa R in good condition?
Hi everyone! I lately abandoned 35mm because I personally feel that for a reflex system 120 is better, but now I wanna get a RF camera to bring always with me, this could be a great opportunity to reevaluate ... |
| 2010-03-20 21:56:33-05:00 |
Brand New
I have just recently bought my first DSLR and am LOVING it immensly, however, as most beginners, I cannot get the pictures I want. I know it's because I just don't know how to use my camera. I would LOVE ... |
| 2010-03-20 21:45:17-05:00 | Dark, Low Key |
| 2010-03-20 21:37:05-05:00 |
How do you price your art?
This goes out to those that do festivals or sell their art. I am assuming you do the print with mat and plastic bag. I currently sell 4x6 on 5x7, $7 5x7 on 8x10, $12 8x10 on 11x14 $20 I had some local ... |
| 2010-03-20 21:22:41-05:00 |
Suzuki-san gave me this! Can you beleive it?!
Hi, Last month my local camera store owner, Suzuki-san, closed his store after 52-years in business. He closed because his Fuji developing machine went KAPUT. He decided against leasing a new one. It w... |
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