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Software & Accessories / Re: What editing software do you use?

« on: April 13, 2013, 05:22:35 PM »

Adobe Photoshop CS6 w/Nik and OnOne plugins.

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Software & Accessories / Re: A chicken in every pot and a SSD in every computer

« on: April 11, 2013, 11:07:19 PM »

A SSD will improve performance not only when opening applications, but when working with the files.  This is readily apparent when using plugins like Nik of OnOne software.  You will save a lot of cumulative time with a SSD. 

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Software & Accessories / Re: A chicken in every pot and a SSD in every computer

« on: April 09, 2013, 04:29:47 PM »

I just put a Samsung 512gb 840 Pro in my Sony Vaio laptop.  The included software cloned my drive and set the parameters for a SSD.  Everything transferred over without any problem (OS, applications, files).  Now my laptop screams and cold boots in less than 30 seconds.  Before it was taking ~ 5 minutes.  I then put the HDD I took out of the laptop and put it in a ThermalTake USB 3.0 external drive enclosure.  Happy, happy, joy, joy.   

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Lenses / Re: ok so i did it and bought into FF... now i need a good standard zoom

« on: April 07, 2013, 09:14:21 PM »

I would consider the 24-70 2.8L.  You should be able to find one for ~ $1000.  If I could only have one lens and could not afford the II, this is the one I would get.  It may not be quite as sharp as the new version, but it is a great lens.  I use mine all of the time and get fantastic results.

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Speedlites, Printers, Accessories / Re: straps

« on: April 04, 2013, 04:30:21 AM »

I use my CPS strap because it is cool!   

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Lenses / Re: Fingerprint "investigation"? (ef 35mm f/1.4L)

« on: April 02, 2013, 07:54:51 PM »

If you are buying from a brick and mortar store, you can expect the lens to have been mounted on a camera to show it to a prospective customer.  The more exotic the lens,the more likely this has occurred.  Unless the store is very large, they simply cannot afford to keep a demo lens in the display case.  Not used, just examined.

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Pricewatch Deals / Re: Nik Collection Bundle for $126.65

« on: March 31, 2013, 07:25:00 PM »

I downloaded the file earlier this week and it was not an executable file.  I just downloaded it again and the issue has been fixed.  I now have the entire suite!

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EOS Bodies / Re: Favorite or Preferred Film body?

« on: March 29, 2013, 06:56:26 PM »

If you are willing to go with FD lenses, then I would highly recommend Canon F-1.  My favorite film camera of all time.  If you want EOS, I do like my Elan 7.

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Lenses / Re: USB Dock of Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM

« on: March 28, 2013, 11:46:56 PM »

As I understood it, the dock is to update the lens firmware.

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Third Party Manufacturers / Re: Suggestions for UV filter to fit Zeiss 15mm f2.8

« on: March 28, 2013, 02:37:11 AM »

Zeiss lens, why not a Zeiss UV filter with T* coating?

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/856521-REG/Zeiss_1970_245_95mm_Carl_Zeiss_T.html

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: 5Dc a good option?

« on: March 25, 2013, 01:15:33 AM »

Best value in a FF that you are going to find.  In the hands of a skilled photographer, the results are outstanding.

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Lenses / Re: Do I need the EF 85mm f/1.8 USM?

« on: March 19, 2013, 07:05:35 PM »

I have both the 85 f/1.8 USM and the 70-200 f/2.8L.  I find that the 85mm is an excellent portrait lens.  It is also small and inconspicuous and focuses really fast.  Great lens at a great price.  If you can afford it I would buy it.

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Third Party Manufacturers / Re: Crazy... go Nikon?

« on: March 18, 2013, 01:54:04 AM »

Personally, I prefer that Nikon keeps improving their system and lenses.  This forces Canon to continue to improve their products.  A few years ago, Canon was kicking Nikon's backside because they had a better autofocus lens system (EOS).  After that, they came out with the full frame 5D which Nikon had no answer for.  Now Nikon has raised the bar with the D800/E and the 14-24 f/2.8.  Canon is a much bigger company than Nikon and you had better believe that they have reverse engineered the Sony Exmor sensor and are developing their own alternative.  As far as the 14-24 f/2.8 goes, not only will they have to develop one.  They will have to make it as good or better than the Nikon.  Otherwise Canon shooters will just buy the Nikon and use an adapter.  Thank you Nikon, in the long run, you will only make Canon better!

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Software & Accessories / Re: Best source for DIY Green Screen, and stand to hold it up?

« on: March 17, 2013, 05:19:41 AM »

You can by rolls of green screen paper.  I believe Savage is one of the companies that makes it.  Just unroll it from a backdrop stand.  If you do not have a backdrop stand you can use a shower curtain rod and two light stands. 

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Software & Accessories / Re: Anyone know any good Noise Reduction programs?

« on: March 13, 2013, 07:05:00 PM »

Photoshop CS6