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Lenses / Re: What other lenses for my 60D

« on: May 14, 2013, 12:21:59 AM »

VC, or not VC... that is the question...

I would say Tamron 17-50VC, I was a silly little duck and went with the 17-40L instead though I have used them both quite heavily. I am considering upgrading to the 16-35L here in the next few months, but I know the Tam Tam still does well on a cropped frame cam cam. Wow, it's getting late, but for you over in Paris, I assume it's sunshine and roses. I'm just blabbering now...

Have fun in Paris while I have fun in OKLAHOMA!!! Woo hoo!!! I hope to visit one day. Have a good night/morning, Julien.

-Tabor

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Software & Accessories / Re: Adobe to Stop Making Packaged Software

« on: May 08, 2013, 08:49:58 AM »

I think most people on here are getting carried awouay and running with the sheep...

...and those who aren't running are getting picked off by wolves. The money mongers at Adobe are baaaaaaaaaaaaad.

Seriously though, how could anyone really support this? $600/year for one or two software programs we actually use but availability of those we don't need vs. buying CS7 outright. Look at the long term. I dropped ~$200 buying CS5, this new pricing scheme will obviously bring them more money, unless the sheep actually separate themselves from the wolves.

-Tabor

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Software & Accessories / Re: Adobe to Stop Making Packaged Software

« on: May 08, 2013, 02:17:28 AM »

Adobe kinda just leveled the playing field a bit. Now everyone feels the need to stop at CS6. Meanwhile, Apple, Microsoft, Google, and anyone else who feels the need to gain some market share from Adobe's goof can gain speed right before we decide to upgrade.

Adobe's right, they should abandon the disc. I think the Creative Cloud belongs on a 4 inch "floppy".

Cheers,
-Tabor

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Software & Accessories / Re: Adobe to Stop Making Packaged Software

« on: May 07, 2013, 01:50:12 AM »

Okay, one more thing. We can complain all we want on this forum, but please, also go to one or more of the public Facebook pages for Adobe, such as https://www.facebook.com/Photoshop?fref=ts and post a comment there.

Companies don't like public humiliation and in this era of the Internet and social media, it can be the most effective tool. Please, go post your opinion and urge others to do so as well.

I just wrote, "BOO!" It was the shortest, most simplistic, response I could think of to Adobe's ignorance.

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: 360 Indoor/Outdoor Panos. Does ANYONE know ANYTHING...

« on: May 06, 2013, 10:36:15 PM »

Hey tolusina,

I just assumed the 17-40 would be the best option since it's what I have used several times before. I am interested in experimenting with a different set up as you've suggested, and will likely first try the 35L. Thank you very very much for your input. I'm looking into your link now.

Thank you again,
-Tabor

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / 360 Indoor/Outdoor Panos. Does ANYONE know ANYTHING...

« on: May 04, 2013, 11:03:35 PM »

Hello all,

I'm trying to find anyone who knows anything about producing several indoor and outdoor panoramas for a Dude Ranch here in Tulsa. I know how to create them in photoshop CS5, however, I have no clue when it comes to how to create a flash, java, silverlight, etc file to store them in so they can put the file on their website. The idea is that they can have a 360 degree view of Cabin 1, 2, etc.

Does anyone know of a method of doing this before I take the gig? I'll likely just use the 17-40 (or 16-35 ii if I upgrade by then) on a 5Dii, though I'll be renting the 8-15 fisheye for a fun wedding in early June and can toy with that if it is recommended.

Thank you, thank you, thank you,
-Tabor

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Wedding expert suggestions desired...first time.

« on: April 29, 2013, 04:22:59 PM »

Hey cszy67,

When my wife and I got married a few years ago, we too were on a very restricted budget, however, we had a friend with a 40D and 70-200 2.8 ii. We also "hired" my wife's cousin who had a point and shoot. To be brief, I know what your friend is facing, and I doubt that they have any super high expectations. I would proceed with caution since you are fairly limited on your gear, but if they are truly on a "cut-all-corners" type of budget then I think it is nice of you to help them out with some pictures.

My wife and I do wedding photography professionally now, in the Tulsa area, and have learned just how wonderful professional gear can be. We also rent for the events that we are doing such as the 50 1.2 and 24-70 ii we are renting for a wedding this Thursday. If you just want to rent something, then it can be fun, but this is a huge task at hand.

For settings, I would tend toward expanding your iso to a max of 3200 and opening your lens to 2.8, work with the center focal point while shooting in Av, and just have a good time. I know that a lot of folks here are going to agree or disagree with my advice, but I've been on both sides of this situation and think that you're doing a great thing if you are up to it.

Good luck and God bless,
-Tabor

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EOS Bodies - For Video / Re: Canon Refurbished

« on: April 19, 2013, 11:28:24 PM »

My wife and I have purchased a 50mm 1/4 refurbed from B&H it was the exact same price, except B&H didn't charge us sales tax (or shipping?). For that reason, B&H can be cheaper, though the asking price was the same.

We also bought our Canon 60D from Canon refurb and it too was absolutely flawless. Additionally, we got it during one of their super sales, so it was 20% off their refurbed asking price. I tried to do the same with the 5Dii, but could never get it in stock.

To answer your questions, I would absolutely buy another refurbed product from Canon. I would also go for the 5Diii over the 5Dii (if you can reasonably afford it).  If you don't really care between the two then hit up the 5Dii, it is an AMAZING camera. Seriously though, you can't really go wrong with either one, and refurbished is definitely a great way to go.

-Tabor

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Lenses / Re: Just got the canon 16-35 ii and having a hard time seeing the value in this uwa

« on: April 19, 2013, 12:59:36 AM »

I LOVE using UWA's!

The images here are from the 17-40. I chose these in particular since they are all shot as wide as possible. I also use my UWA ~2x a week working indoors for a company here in Tulsa. I would, however, really consider your style. My wife rarely ever shoots with my 17-40 on her 60D, she prefers the 35L, that is her style and that is what she uses to get results. The 17-40 was the first L lens we bought and I have grown to love it despite it's flaws. Next year I plan on upgrading to the 16-35, but if you are a fan of the UWA look, I would consider the 16-35, 17-40, or Tamron 17-50 2.8. I have used all three and have few complaints with any of them.

Again, if wide is your style, have some fun, but if not, save your money to later optimize your shooting style.

-Tabor

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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon EOS 7D L Announced, Shipping in May

« on: April 01, 2013, 09:42:30 PM »

Got me... dang it!

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: My 5Dii No Longer Downloads

« on: March 31, 2013, 01:01:21 AM »

Hey Mt Spokane,

Thank you for your rapid response, I've always enjoyed reading what you have to say on the forums. I went ahead and downloaded the images through EOS Utility, simply because I need to get todays shoot out mucho pronto. I think I'll invest in a card reader. My computer has one built in, but the CF slot is the only one that has NEVER worked (go figure). Ultimately, I'm just going to go through with a card reader.

Thank you again,
-Tabor

By the way, are you in Washington?

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / My 5Dii No Longer Downloads (Resolved)

« on: March 30, 2013, 10:55:23 PM »

Hey y'all,

The title says most of it. My 5Dii went from downloading just fine, everyday, no problem, to suddenly not downloading.

When I plug it into the computer, it connects and gives me the option to download the files via Bridge. After I click "Get Photos", the red indicator light on the back of the cam lights up all dazzly, like it's supposed to, but then it goes into "blinky mode" and Bridge continues to tell me, "Connecting to device... Please wait.".

Any ideas would be greatly appreciated,
-Tabor

Additional info if needed,
-CF: Kingston 32 Ultimate 266X
-PS: CS5

No other changes have occurred apart from recently purchasing a new CF which I plugged in for one session, but haven't used since. Would that have anything to do with it, should I re-format my older one again after I get these pics off?

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Canon General / Re: Curious Distraction: Explain your username, avatar picture, etc...

« on: January 25, 2013, 06:01:04 PM »

Tabor Warren Photography is... well... the business name. The photo is from a vacation I had with my wife to St. Charles, MO last year. She loves the bug glasses, and being the primary photographer, there are not too many photos of myself.

-Tabor

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Canon General / Re: PinFaceTwitFlikWeb+?

« on: January 10, 2013, 11:04:55 PM »

Any takers?

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Canon General / PinFaceTwitFlikWeb+?

« on: January 08, 2013, 12:13:24 AM »

Hey everyone,

I find a lot of inspiration and feel like I better my photography skills by absorbing the wonderful works around me, and I thought it would be cool if we loaded in our social media/site info. I'll start.

www.photosbytabor.com
facebook & Google+: Tabor Warren Photography
Twitter, Pinterest, & Flikr: Photosbytabor

-Tabor