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Software & Accessories / Re: Format Exporting From Lightroom

« on: October 26, 2012, 11:43:36 PM »

Do you print them yourself or send to lab? If lab thehack check with them as to what format they prefer?

Also, I hope your monitor is calibrated otherwise what you see on screen may not be what prints will like.

To answer your question, I export in jpeg without any issues.

Cheers.

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Third Party Manufacturers / Re: Nikon Mitsubishi & Sony

« on: October 26, 2012, 11:35:39 PM »

It is not that uncommon - in the UK, Nikon and Seiko spectacle lens companies compete against each other for £s whilst in New Zealand both companies work together as its a much smaller optical market.

Different markets dictate different business synergies - companies do whatever it tke to make a profit 

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EOS Bodies / Re: Sell T4i for 5d ii?

« on: October 26, 2012, 11:29:49 PM »

Thanks for the help. Just listed on craigslist, so I will see what happens. I have the 24-105mm L, 50mm 1.4 and 70-300mm (I have that on craigslist also for some extra cash).

Hope you get a good deal on CL - you won't be disappointed with the 5D II - it is a superb camera.

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EOS Bodies / Re: Sell T4i for 5d ii?

« on: October 26, 2012, 11:28:23 PM »

I'm in a similar boat - whether I should upgrade from my 60D to the 5d mkii.  One of the main reasons I wanted the 60D over the t3i was the cross type auto focus points.  I'm not sure I want to go back... not to mention the 5+ shots per second over the 3.1 (or whatever it was). 

Then I think, maybe I can just keep two bodies... it's all quite perplexing.

If you can afford to keep the two bodies then definitely keep them - great IQ from full frame and extra reach from your 60d  - sweet!

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Lenses / Re: AI Focus tracking issue, or user error?

« on: October 26, 2012, 11:24:27 PM »

I'd suggest a 7d too - you can still marry it the 135 f2 

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Canon General / Re: Canon’s Q3 Profits Tumbled Down By 42%

« on: October 26, 2012, 06:30:56 AM »

How big is a Yen vs US$ factor in the downward profit trend for theses companies?

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EOS Bodies / Re: Is 22Mpx Really Enough?!!!

« on: October 26, 2012, 06:17:26 AM »

Just had an A1 size canvas delivered this morning from a recent wedding shot using 5dIII and 70-200 2.8 II - all I can say is that 22mp is more than enough for me needs 

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Shooting an event with 60d...need advice

« on: October 26, 2012, 05:59:31 AM »

I'd suggest use 50 1.4 for the majority of your shots and use the pop up flash as fill. Tripod / monopod will be very useful for longer exposure times.

 

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Help! Nikon vs Canon again, but for a specific use

« on: October 26, 2012, 05:55:23 AM »

As suggested previously, stay away from a system you are not familiar with especially when dealing with 30 models in one day - make sure you have spare batteries and memory cards.

I'd rent the 5DII with 24-70 f2.8 II for this shoot - this combo will be more than sufficient for your desired outcome IMHO.

Have fun

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Canon General / Re: To take on a partner or not?

« on: October 25, 2012, 03:22:47 AM »

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My best guess, given what you've posted is that you see your friend bringing sales strength to the deal. He can be the front man, deal closer, etc.

Nothing wrong with that; people have different talents. The obvious question is, what do you bring to the deal? If he's at least as good a picture maker as you, and he can bring in the business, two years from now, what's he need you for?

Like others have already said here, make sure you both know what you're getting into right from the start.

Very good advice 

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Lenses / Re: Guesses on lenses for Photoplus

« on: October 25, 2012, 03:11:59 AM »

I'm hoping for a 35L 1.4 II - I'm not missing shots by not having it at present so can afford to wait for a while 

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EOS Bodies / Re: One friend want to Buy my 24-70L... but...

« on: October 25, 2012, 03:07:21 AM »

I'd suggest keep it for the versatility the zoom offers you especially if you have been satisfied by your copy.

On the other hand, you can always rent a couple of primes for your next wedding and see how you find the experience.

Cheers

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Semi-Erotic Photography: Questions...

« on: October 25, 2012, 02:58:07 AM »

Re age, always take a photo of a drivers license or a passport 

Also, I'd never ever shoot any models under 18 for a nude / implied nude even with a written parental consent - its just not worth the risk.

Apart from that, enjoy.

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Portrait / Re: My 5D Mark III portraits

« on: October 25, 2012, 02:47:28 AM »

Well done, I really like the first one too.

Cheers

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Semi-Erotic Photography: Questions...

« on: October 23, 2012, 06:34:32 PM »

I tend to have either my make up artist(female) or a female assistant with me during shoots.

I'm not a big fan of models bringing boy friends / husbands etc to the shoot as they are usually a distraction to the model especially if they start directing the model!

Good luck and hope it works out for you - just remember to be respectful and professional at all times.