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Reply to Is it worth to upgrade 5d with 5d mark II ?
Hi, I have an old Canon 5d. Is it even worth upgrading to mark II? Or should I rather consider a 6d? I have no intention on spending too much money on something like 5d mark III. 5d mk II or 6d? I know 6d has better ISO performance, but I like the build quality of 5d series. Does the 6d feel like a toy compared to 5d? I have never held one in my hands. What about autofocus system, which one is better? How their outer af points perform? Can you shoot f1.4 lens without focus and recompose...
read moreFuji XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS II Review
Fujifilm updated its XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS with the OIS II version in January of 2015. Sporting an all-plastic design, this compact and lightweight kit zoom lens was designed to be used with Fuji’s entry-level X-series cameras for everyday photography needs. It came in two different colors (silver and black) to fit different camera styles. Despite its decent performance as an all-around kit lens, Fuji decided to discontinue it in favor of the newer lenses like the XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS PZ and XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS. In this...
read moreFuji XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR Review
Announced in July of 2019, the Fujifilm XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR is a professional-grade ultra-wide angle zoom lens designed for landscape, architecture and environmental portrait photographers. Sporting a fast f/2.8 aperture, a metal weather-sealed body, complex optics and modern coatings, the Fuji XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR is an exceptionally well-made lens with very consistent performance characteristics. In this review, I will be taking a closer look at this lens and compare it to other Fujifilm lenses, such as the XF 14mm f/2.8 R and XF...
read moreFuji XF f/1.0 R WR Announcement
It is an exciting week for the Fujifilm fans because the company announced its fastest prime lens for the X mount – the Fuji XF f/1.0 R WR. This is a significant milestone for the company, as it is the world’s first f/1.0 mirrorless lens with autofocus capabilities. Obviously, a telephoto lens with such a wide maximum aperture is not going to be small, light, or cheap. It weighs a whopping 845 grams – even heavier than the XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR, and only 150 grams lighter than the XF 50-150mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR! Take a look at the size...
read moreFuji XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS Review
The Fujifilm XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS is an ultra-wide angle lens designed specifically for the Fuji X cameras with APS-C size sensors. Announced in December of 2013, the lens is aimed for landscape and architecture photographers who are looking for a compact and lightweight lens with great image quality. Although it is one of the earlier releases by Fuji and does not come with weather sealing features, the XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS is equipped with excellent optical image stabilization that can work in conjunction with in-body image stabilization. In...
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tbower: Bingo. I shoot raw as well and Lightroom (when I load the lens profile) zaps all the vignetting, etc. So…basically, I never see it and because of Lightroom, never care about it. I’ve read various reviews crying about the vignetting, but it’s something you never see if you’re shooting raw and using Lightroom. Lightroom will automatically correct any distortion as well. You can also adjust the vignette and distortion control in the camera for JPG...
read moreWhat It is Like to Switch from PC to Mac
Ever since I purchased the iMac Pro, as well as the MacBook Pro for my photography needs, I have been thinking about making the switch from PC to Mac. In this article, I decided to document my experience working with both systems, which might be helpful for those who are considering to switch. If you are looking for a more detailed comparison of PCs and Macs for photography needs, please see my PC vs Mac for Photography article. Table of Contents My PC Experience Having used PCs for over 30 years (yes, since early MS-DOS days), I have always...
read moreReply to Advice on new body (6D Mk ii vs. 5D Mk iv) + best overall lens
amee@work: Having spent some time looking at your beautiful photo stream I agree with natures-pencil above regarding what you have achieved with the 40D. It is a great example that skill of the photographer will always be the most significant factor in a great picture. I have very similar kit to you, including a Fuji X100s (fun camera). I just recently pulled the trigger on a EOS R at a great price. My main reason for upgrading was for improved focus accuracy, including eye AF, for portraiture. 6 odd years ago I got a 5Dii to replace a Nikon...
read moreCompose Better Photos with Gestalt Theory
One of the better-known theories of perception is Gestalt Psychology. It deals with the way we organize information (usually visuals, but not always) into wholes. While Gestalt Theory isn’t mentioned very often in discussions about composing good photos, I think that’s a mistake; these principles can clearly improve your compositions. In this video, I dive into four of the most relevant components of Gestalt Theory for photographers: the Law of Closure, the Law of Similarity, the Law of Common Fate, and Figure-Ground Organization....
read moreSun Rise
Photos Members Group Since Sun Rise mshuff44 says: This was taken with a Sigma 100-400 lens but could this photo Have been better with a different lens,What are your views on this. Originally posted at 10:24AM, 5 August 2020 PDT (permalink) mshuff44 edited this topic 4 weeks ago. Would you like to comment? Sign up for a free account, or sign in (if you’re already a...
read moreSIGMA 100-400 Lens
Photos Members Group Since SIGMA 100-400 Lens mshuff44 says: Hi I am new to this GroupThis lens does not have the provisions to attach to a Tripod ,has any other member got one of these lens and knows where I could purchase a clamp from to attach the lens to the camera 1:17AM, 2 August 2020 PDT (permalink) Would you like to comment? Sign up for a free account, or sign in (if you’re already a...
read morea photo book with photos and haiku: camera used : Nikon P900
ram.haiku says: Hi.. Hope this email finds you well. The lockdown due to pandemic has affected the livelihood of many low-income labourers. I am a haiku poet who lives in India. in the last few months, i have connected with nature more than ever before. In the mornings and evenings i have been taking pictures of birds around my house. The pandemic made me ask some fundamental questions about life, and one of them is, how can I help the people who have been affected by the virus.As an answer, I have collected my haiku related to birds and the...
read moreReply to Time for the Reminder – My Photo Got Removed
We do NOT allow:• Screencaps of favorites.• Photographs of artwork.• Heavily Photoshopped photos including over-cooked HDR.• Photographs with nudity.• Photographs of camera equipment.• Self-portraits with your camera. • Pet photography. If you find one of your photographs has been removed from the group pool please don’t resubmit it. Thank you. CAUTION: Camera brand debates will not be tolerated in this group. Do NOT post “Canon vs Nikon” threads. Do NOT ask which camera brand is better. Do NOT start debates...
read moreReply to Nikon Teleconverter with Nikon 105mm micro lens
I have both the Nikon TC-14e II and TC-14e III and can confirm that both work with the 105mm f/2.8G VR Micro. AF functions do work properly, although I can’t say that I have used either combination that much in the field, so I can’t say how much AF performance is affected. It does struggle a little in low light and low contrast situations, but generally speaking, it still focuses pretty snappy with either TC. The lens does appear to focus a little quicker with the TC-14e III in some situations. I believe that Nikon originally...
read moreReply to Crossed over to Nikon from Canon with a D3500- Macro photography Lens suggestions?
Well, first of all, it would help a lot if you used some punctuation when you write. You know, commas, periods, that sort of stuff… because, let me tell you, reading and understanding your message above was worse than going through a typical page of James Joyce’s Ulysses… Anyway, in the world of Nikon, it is very simple: the lenses are all named “Nikkorâ€. Many camera manufacturers that make their own lenses give them such a name: for example, Minolta lenses used to be called “Rokkorâ€; Fujifilm call them “Fujinonâ€,...
read moreReply to How to test a camera for dead pixels?
wooden trade [deleted] Posted 10 years ago. Edited by wooden trade (member) 10 years ago Put your lens cap on.Set your ISO very high. Set camera in M. Open the aperture, set shutter for about 1/2 second. Press your button. Use the Zoom of your camera screen and scan the image. Hot pixels will show up as Red, Green or Blue dots. Anytime you look at a camera at the camera store, you should do this. Most sensors have a hot pixel or two. The problem is when the pixel bleeds into other parts of the image, or is smack in the middle of a spot you...
read moreReply to Have a been taking photos the wrong way this hole time
I will try to explain I have been shooting film for about 30 years and only got my first DSLR a few days ago. The way i have been shooting film because i was limited to 36 exposures is talking 3 shots, 1 in SP another in AP and final in M just to make sure i get a good shot but now i am using DSLR i am doing all the settings and meter modes. Yesterday i took 100 shots of the same flower just because i can. What is confusing me is the way other people are taking photos so i will give some examples. Yesterday i was out for a walk along my local...
read moreReply to Multi Exposure for D5200
Creative Ashleigh: (7100 ) I recently posted a double exposure. (reflected color lights froma a CD ) I also have had my camera set up to photograph fireworks , Bulb setting and covered the opening of the lens with my hat and them a second or thirs x exposong the lens for th enext series of bursts. It caost nothing to have fun .. delete and start over , LOL...
read moreUK road trip travel lens combo
Photos Members Group Since UK road trip travel lens combo nealemaynard says: Hi, heading off on a UK road trip shortly and tossing up whether it will be a two lens, three lens, or four lens trip. Options are (1) 14-24 + 24-120, (2) 14-24 + 24-120 + 70-200, (3) 14-24 + 24-120 + 24-70 (backup/bad weather) + 70-200. Bodies are D810 and D500. Thoughts? 3:09PM, 4 January 2020 PDT (permalink) Would you like to comment? Sign up for a free account, or sign in (if you’re already a...
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I just purchased my first full frame camera. The d750 bundle with the Nikon 24-120mm f/4 VR. I’m having issues with one or both. When the VR is turned on (on the lens) the built in flash will not pop up in auto when needed. If I’m in M or A mode, the flash will only pop up randomly if at all. And if it does, I can only take one shot and then the camera refuses to focus or anything really. But my 50mm seems to work fine in the same situations. And so does my 70-300mm VR lens. I have 14 days to return or exchange the bundle to Best Buy but...
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Photos Members Group Since Flash Kaye1963 says: I just purchased my first full frame camera. The d750 bundle with the Nikon 24-120mm f/4 VR. I’m having issues with one or both. When the VR is turned on (on the lens) the built in flash will not pop up in auto when needed. If I’m in M or A mode, the flash will only pop up randomly if at all. And if it does, I can only take one shot and then the camera refuses to focus or anything really. But my 50mm seems to work fine in the same situations. And so does my 70-300mm VR lens. I have 14 days...
read moreMulti Exposure for D5200
Photos Members Group Since Multi Exposure for D5200 Creative Ashleigh says: Has anyone used the Multi-Exposure mode on the Nikon d5200. I have had the Nikon d5200 for about 2yrs and i only just notice the multi-exposure mode function. I am looking for inspiration and was wanting if anyone was wanting to share their photos they took using the multi-exposure and any tips Thanks 🙂 9:29PM, 20 October 2019 PDT (permalink) Bob (sideshow015) says: Creative Ashleigh: (7100 ) I recently posted a double exposure. (reflected color lights froma a CD ) I...
read moreReply to Nikon 24-120 repeated Focus hunt issue
Hello everyone, I bought my D750 with 24-120 as kit lens couple of years ago. After few months of usage, my the Lens was having some difficulty locking the focus. It kept on doing the “FOCUS HUNT” I got it serviced & in the bill they had mentioned some specific part connect to the auto-focus mechanism. After 7 months now, the lens is again having the same problem :(. It’s really bothering I called up the dealer here and ask why this is happening again and again. & I explained him my usage pattern. I use this less...
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Photos Members Group Since Nikon D750 sergedavid7 says: bonjour, est-ce que je peux publier des photos faites avec mon appareil sur votre groupe. Je suis amateur. 10:29PM, 19 September 2019 PDT (permalink) Would you like to comment? Sign up for a free account, or sign in (if you’re already a...
read moreReply to Who uses this for weddings?
It’s absolutely fine for weddings,just don’t expect creamy smooth bokeh like you’ll get from the 24-70 f2.8.That said,it’s sharp wide open at all focal lengths so long as you don’t pixel peep into the corners.There have been suggestions that it’s soft at 120mm.I have not noticed this so can only conclude that there is a degree of sample variation.Oh,and the 2.8 doesn’t have the reach of course. It’s absolutely fine for weddings,just don’t expect creamy smooth bokeh like you’ll get...
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Started out doing photography at the age of 6 using an uncle's old 1940 kodak brownie box camera. At 15 years of age, I decided to buy my very own 1975 Praktica SLR camera. I now shoot with a Nikon D850. I do unpaid TFP and commercial paid work.