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Lighting / Re: PocketWizard Noob

« on: Today at 04:46:56 PM »

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You may want to spend a few minutes with this video and see if it might save you some money:

Review: Yongnuo RF-602 Flash Trigger - PocketWizard Killer?	Small | Large

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: SILENT SHUTTER - 6d, 5dMkiii - Any disadvantages (aside of FPS)

« on: Today at 04:42:03 PM »

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This question came up in the early going with the 5D3. I wondered too so I did some reading about it, although I don't now recall where or what.

The answer I remember is the only downside other than slower FPS is a slightly increased shutter lag. I can't provide any technical info at this time. I was convinced at the time there are no real long-term disadvantages.

Unless I have a need to make noise for some reason, I keep my 5D3 on silent.

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Site Information / Re: banning people for nothing at canon rumors

« on: Today at 04:31:58 PM »

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Wilmark, I try to maintain my awareness that there are three sides to every story -- his side, her side and the truth. However, if what you say is correct, I'd have to agree with your assessment. Perhaps that moderator will actually do his job and ban himself. It would probably be better for all concerned.

Anyway, I looked at your site and like a lot of your images. Little too much vignetting for me, but great color and clarity. Thanks for sharing!

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EOS Bodies / Re: SL1 as a "travel" body

« on: June 16, 2013, 04:13:10 PM »

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Thanks, Harry.

I'm glad to hear this. The tiny size of it is tantalizing me a bit. Maybe when it shows up in the Canon refurb shop I'll get one.

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Site Information / Re: banning people for nothing at canon rumors

« on: June 13, 2013, 11:15:27 PM »

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As you wish, AG.

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Lenses / Re: What would you do if you had $2000, a 5DII and no lenses?

« on: June 13, 2013, 05:51:42 PM »

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First, I'd be thankful -- lots of folks would love to have a 5D2 and $2K!!

I suppose for general shooting, I'd get a 24-105L and a 70-200 f/4.0L IS. That should leave a few bucks for a flash, even a 270 would be useful. And if I still had $150, I'd get a 40mm pancake lens.

No matter what, have fun -- and do justice to those good working folks!!

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Site Information / Re: banning people for nothing at canon rumors

« on: June 13, 2013, 03:39:52 PM »

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Over the course of a long life, I formulated what I call "the jerk rule."

There are jerks in every profession and in every position and in every community and in every family. Nothing you can do about it really, that's life.

There are fathers who are jerks (happy Father's Day even to them!). There are cops who are jerks. There are janitors who are jerks. There are teachers who are jerks. There are cab drivers who are jerks. There are criminals who are jerks. There even used to be soda jerks (sorry, couldn't resist).

Anyway, my way to deal with this life reality is twofold: One, identify jerks. Two, avoid interaction with jerks to the extent possible.

Most CR mods are great folks. Yet, even here, there are and will continue to be jerks. That's life.

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: 2nd Body - your thoughts?

« on: June 13, 2013, 03:01:58 PM »

While swapping lenses is a hassle sometimes,  I suspect carrying two cameras would be even clumsier and makes your shooting experience less enjoyable.  How about the weight?  You may potentially solve one problem while creating another.  Maybe you could borrow any camera from a friend and see how it feels carrying two cameras on a shoot.  If it works for you, get the 6D for shooting portraits and landscape. Personally I think only wedding photographers must carry two cameras.  That's just my opinion.

I think practice doesn't support your opinion.

First, there are very sophisticated systems around for carrying two cameras. And personally, I've never understood the "extra weight" argument. If carrying three of four extra pounds for a few hours is too much, perhaps you need to lose some weight. Lose five pounds and then you'll never notice the second camera you're carrying.

Most photojournalists I know and see customarily carry two bodies -- usually one with a wide lens and one with a 70-200 or similar.

Experienced event shooters often carry two bodies, sometimes one with flash, the other without.

I shot a surprise birthday party recently and without two bodies I could not have simultaneously captured both the crowd reactions and the celebrant coming in the door -- ultrawide on a tripod aimed at the crowd (remote triggered) and a 35mm on the other. Then for the rest of the event I switched to a 35mm with flash for candid and posed group shots and a 135 for unobtrusive, longer and more personal portraits types.

Except for street photography or just out walking around, I'm using two bodies most of the time these days.

It's a lot more versatile and much easier and more convenient than constantly swapping lenses.

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: 2nd Body - your thoughts?

« on: June 13, 2013, 12:22:06 PM »

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Since I'm Jack Benny Cheap, I automatically lean toward the 6D. However, I'm using a 5D3 with a T2i backup now. And I resent every time I put a good lens on the T2i. I want every good lens on the 5D3!

The points made here for another 5D3 are good ones. I don't know if they're $1500 good, but I'd really have to think about it. If things like the AF performance start getting it into your head that using the 6D is a big compromise, you may not be happy.

I think if I were going to buy a second body today, I'd find a way to make it the 5D3.

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EOS Bodies / Re: T2i Upgrade Help Needed

« on: June 12, 2013, 03:51:01 PM »

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If you're doing this right now, the 6D is the only thing that really makes sense. There's no APS-C camera right now (Canon, that is) that will give you any improvement worth making a move for. (Yes, the 7D will get you vastly improved AF, but the sensor is the same, perhaps not as good as the later T2i.) If you go for a 7D, you get better AF performance, and before long a 7D2 appears and you feel like a chump.

The 6D takes you into a good full-frame experience. The AF will be about the same as the T2i so not much change there, but you get extraordinarily improved ISO capabilities. And, you keep the T2i as a fine backup. That's what I did when I went to the 5D3, and I use both bodies all the time. Your 24-105 on the 6D will probably do 90% of what you need -- and better than the T2i.

Good luck whatever you do!!

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Reviews / Re: Incapable of posting to the adorama thread money still not returned

« on: June 11, 2013, 02:59:34 PM »

The site administrator has prevented me from continuing to post on the Adorama thread.

To me, this is the heart of the issue.

That thread is locked -- no one can post. The "administrator" has not taken some action against you personally.

While I can be sorry you may be having difficulty reclaiming a lost $27K, the world does not revolve around you. I've read a lot of threads on this site over the years, but I don't recall coming across anyone who can assist you, either financially or psychologically.

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Worth getting an SD card for 5D3?

« on: June 11, 2013, 12:16:17 PM »

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I've had a 5D3 since December. I have SD cards. For what I do, I've never put one in my 5D3.

Like most of these questions, it comes down to what you need the tool to accomplish.

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EOS Bodies / Re: Patents: New 50mm, 85mm & 135mm Lenses

« on: June 11, 2013, 08:51:21 AM »

135 f/2.0 with IS would be awesome ... if they do release it, I hope Canon goes easy on its pricing.

Your hopes will be dashed!! It will double in price from the current version, for sure.

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Software & Accessories / Re: Alternatives to SmugMug? I need a photo hosting site w/ print ordering option.

« on: June 07, 2013, 08:36:40 PM »

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How are you pricing that at $150?

They have several membership grades, one I think may even be free. The one I use is around $60 per year and last I checked they use Bay Photo to do their printing.

There are lots of alternatives, but they all seem to have a range of prices.

If you're using it only for family snaps, you surely don't need a $150 membership.

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PowerShot / Re: Camera for Granny

« on: June 06, 2013, 02:20:29 PM »

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Pretty much the same as Unfocused said.

I will add one suggestion, Powershot A1400. It can be had for under $100. It's reasonably simple with not a lot of buttons and dials. It has an optical viewfinder, albeit small. It has digital image stabilization. It uses AA batteries so give her a lifetime supply!

Worth a look.