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Lenses / Re: A small walkabout lens - lay it on me!
« on: June 04, 2012, 05:31:35 AM »
I use the voigtlander color skopar 20mm MF lens on a t2i. Super sharp and great colors from f/5.6 and smaller.
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Lenses / canon T2i + Zeiss 50mm macro planar ZE - Question
« on: June 04, 2012, 05:18:29 AM »
Recently I loaned this lens from a friend. I expected to be blown away by the results.
Well....
The pictures are super sharp this is true, however:
- The colors are somewhat dull.
- Portraits are somewhat warm/dark/underexposed
- overall color not accurate and somewhat missing "brightness".
Very Very frustrating. Any ideas from experienced users ?
Example:
Well....
The pictures are super sharp this is true, however:
- The colors are somewhat dull.
- Portraits are somewhat warm/dark/underexposed
- overall color not accurate and somewhat missing "brightness".
Very Very frustrating. Any ideas from experienced users ?
Example:
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Portrait / Re: Portrait of a Criminal
« on: May 30, 2012, 03:58:53 AM »
I'll definitely keep in mind, that getting arrested in Australia has added value of a great mugshot.
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Portrait / Re: Portraits of my GF, Would like feedback!!
« on: May 30, 2012, 03:55:32 AM »
Hi,
I looked over the pics. Handsome model. However, good people pics is all about lighting, especially face lighting. The pictures are all in ambient light, and somewhat "flat" and lifeless.
It is if someone shot studio pics during a power outage.
I looked over the pics. Handsome model. However, good people pics is all about lighting, especially face lighting. The pictures are all in ambient light, and somewhat "flat" and lifeless.
It is if someone shot studio pics during a power outage.
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Portrait / Re: Lady in black
« on: May 30, 2012, 03:49:13 AM »
This lighting style (coming from the bottom up) is common is horror movies. Sort of a dracula affect
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Portrait / Re: Some head shots
« on: May 30, 2012, 03:48:19 AM »
I would try softer light, coming from the side, the very bright light straight on kills the mood a little.
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Lenses / Re: Samyang 85 1.4 vs canon ef 85 1.8 - which one to choose?
« on: May 21, 2012, 03:20:58 PM »
I own both these lenses. I use them on a t2i.
The Samyang has a special look to it, and reproduces colors in an amazing way. Its overall IQ is very sharp and 3d'sh. What is unique about this lens, is that is is VERY SHARP even at f/1.4 ! Stopping down - does not really make it sharper.
The canon 1.8 has quieter colors and a different "look" to it. The 1.8 will give you the special sharpness only stopped down a little, not wide open.
Now about the MF issue: Obviously this requires more patience and skill, and is NOT for fast pace photography. However, I use live view, and try to find something to steady myself on, (table, chair, wall, etc.) with a little patience - you quickly develop skill for this, and it is not only for studio work. If your subject will stay still for a few seconds, you can get the shot.
Its actually fun to use MF lenses.
The Samyang has a special look to it, and reproduces colors in an amazing way. Its overall IQ is very sharp and 3d'sh. What is unique about this lens, is that is is VERY SHARP even at f/1.4 ! Stopping down - does not really make it sharper.
The canon 1.8 has quieter colors and a different "look" to it. The 1.8 will give you the special sharpness only stopped down a little, not wide open.
Now about the MF issue: Obviously this requires more patience and skill, and is NOT for fast pace photography. However, I use live view, and try to find something to steady myself on, (table, chair, wall, etc.) with a little patience - you quickly develop skill for this, and it is not only for studio work. If your subject will stay still for a few seconds, you can get the shot.
Its actually fun to use MF lenses.
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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon EOS Rebel T4i/650D Specs [CR2.5]
« on: May 20, 2012, 05:36:45 AM »
As a rebel t2i user - I can say that contrary to the sarcasm in some of the posts in this thread, which imply the rebel to be no more then a "toy" I can say, that in my experience, from an IQ point of view, the 18mp "group" t2i, 7d, 60d, t3i - all produce the same jpg's - you would really need to nit pick to find a difference.
Sure the more advanced bodies have many advantages, and the rebel series might be a "toy" as far as build, AF, durability, etc. But for an amateur like me - who shoots for pleasure - its an awesome product in an affordable package.
Sure the more advanced bodies have many advantages, and the rebel series might be a "toy" as far as build, AF, durability, etc. But for an amateur like me - who shoots for pleasure - its an awesome product in an affordable package.
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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: What's the deal with B&H being closed on weekends?
« on: May 07, 2012, 06:01:39 AM »
This thread has gone way over to theology - which is not a bad thing sometimes, as photography is about art, and art is about expressing something internal, and spirituality and religion are primary components of internal side of a human being, aside from his physical being and possessions.
To clarify the issue of BH and Adorama's websites on Sabbath. Both these companies are owned by orthodox Jews, and both observe the Sabbath. Neither company employs people on the Sabbath.
The question of their leaving the website active on Sabbath, collecting orders that would be processed on the following Monday, is an area which could be open for scholarly discussion, as the website serves the general public, which is primarily non Jewish, and its being active does not advocate transgressing the Jewish Sabbath.
This is especially true if they state openly on the site, that all orders will be held and processed only AFTER the Sabbath.
To clarify the issue of BH and Adorama's websites on Sabbath. Both these companies are owned by orthodox Jews, and both observe the Sabbath. Neither company employs people on the Sabbath.
The question of their leaving the website active on Sabbath, collecting orders that would be processed on the following Monday, is an area which could be open for scholarly discussion, as the website serves the general public, which is primarily non Jewish, and its being active does not advocate transgressing the Jewish Sabbath.
This is especially true if they state openly on the site, that all orders will be held and processed only AFTER the Sabbath.
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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: What's the deal with B&H being closed on weekends?
« on: May 06, 2012, 01:51:48 PM »
As an orthodox Jew, I can say that I am proud to observe the Sabbath, even if it means not making money.
I find, that overall, if you live by spiritual principles, you will never lose, and on the contrary gain.
I find, that overall, if you live by spiritual principles, you will never lose, and on the contrary gain.
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EOS Bodies / Super Deals on Canon 60d
« on: April 30, 2012, 02:04:07 PM »
I see that BH Photo is running the 60d for $789!
This must mean that the new bodies are around the corner
This must mean that the new bodies are around the corner
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EOS Bodies / Where are new Canon crops ???
« on: April 23, 2012, 07:46:41 AM »
Where is the new Rebel and/or 60d/7d successors ? Total silence .......??
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Lenses / Re: Wide Angle
« on: April 19, 2012, 02:36:47 AM »
I own the superb Samyang (Rokina,Bower) 14mm MF lens.
Awesome affordable prime WA lens for a crop.
Awesome affordable prime WA lens for a crop.
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Lenses / Re: Bower 14mm weird behavior
« on: April 19, 2012, 02:35:35 AM »
I own the bower (Samyang) 14mm + used with my 550d.
Superb Lens. Always use in AV.
Never had such as issue.
Superb Lens. Always use in AV.
Never had such as issue.
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Lenses / Re: Looking for an windeangle lens for Eos 60D
« on: April 16, 2012, 03:34:00 AM »
I have the 550d and Samyang 14mm MF lens. I highly recommend this lens. Colors and image are really special.
For such a wide angle, the MF is no issue as I mostly use it f/5.6 and smaller. You can fine tune focus in LV.
For such a wide angle, the MF is no issue as I mostly use it f/5.6 and smaller. You can fine tune focus in LV.