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Black & White / Re: First Post! My Black and Whites :D
« on: May 15, 2013, 09:34:35 AM »
Second image is my favorite. B&W can be tough but I think you picked the right images and did the right PP to make it work.
May 23, 2013, 09:58:40 PM
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Black & White / Re: Street shot C&C please
« on: May 15, 2013, 09:31:39 AM »
He looks like an interesting person and I like the picture overall.
My critique would be that be background isn't really adding anything to the image (either presence of or absence of a background) so I would have either got in closer to him or cropped it tighter to show more of the expression in his face. As it stands right now (to me) it seems like just a man sitting in an empty frame, whereas a closer shot might show a bit more about the actual personality of the man.
My critique would be that be background isn't really adding anything to the image (either presence of or absence of a background) so I would have either got in closer to him or cropped it tighter to show more of the expression in his face. As it stands right now (to me) it seems like just a man sitting in an empty frame, whereas a closer shot might show a bit more about the actual personality of the man.
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Canon General / Re: It annoys me when camera phones try to take credit for professional level gear.
« on: May 15, 2013, 09:13:36 AM »
The issue that makes me upset is in both pictures the phone is supposed to be showing off its camera function using these fake images. It's not so much misleading as it is blatantly false advertising.
It would be equivalent to test driving a Honda Civic that the dealership secretly installed a Corvette engine in, then sending you home in a regular one without letting you know.
It would be equivalent to test driving a Honda Civic that the dealership secretly installed a Corvette engine in, then sending you home in a regular one without letting you know.
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Landscape / Re: Post Your Best Landscapes
« on: May 13, 2013, 09:07:00 AM »
Landscapes are my favorite to photograph but I can never really capture the true beauty that I see with my eyes. The view from the top of this mountain was incredible but the picture is mediocre at best.
Summit by Joe Beckwith, on Flickr
Summit by Joe Beckwith, on Flickr
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Landscape / Re: Sunset landscape
« on: May 13, 2013, 09:01:25 AM »
Nice!
Would've looked really great with a longer exposure.
Would've looked really great with a longer exposure.
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Landscape / Re: Jippieeee! It's spring! Post your first spring pictures here.
« on: May 13, 2013, 09:00:21 AM »7
Animal Kingdom / Re: How would you fix this RAW of 2 baby snow leopards
« on: March 18, 2013, 10:18:33 PM »
LR4 Auto tone, + clarity, + vibrance.
Didn't want to go overkill on it since it wasn't really that bad SOOC.
Didn't want to go overkill on it since it wasn't really that bad SOOC.
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Software & Accessories / Re: Tri Pods!!!!!
« on: March 12, 2013, 08:51:24 PM »
I have a Manfrotto 055XPROB and I can't complain. It's plenty sturdy and wasn't very expensive. I don't require anything crazy light and my camera doesn't weigh 50 lbs so it does the job for me.
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Lenses / Re: New Member / Lens Recs
« on: February 13, 2013, 11:56:40 PM »This is the combo I have and it's great. I don't see any reason to upgrade any time soon because it's light enough and it's plenty durable so it should last quite a while.Also.. While I'm asking - Tripods? What do you recommend. Anything decent for $200? My buddy had a gorilla pod in his backpack which looks like it would be handy (Want to do some long exposures of Maldives where we are headed after Singapore). Obviously the gorilla pod wont suffice for my work shots though, so advice appreciated.While this is not light like the Gorilla Pod but for under $200 you may want to consider this robust Tripod Legs & Ball Head:
Manfrotto 190XPROB Pro Aluminum Tripod Legs (weights 1.8 Kg, supports 5KG load)
&
Manfrotto 496RC2 Compact Ball Head with 200PL-14 QR Plate (weighs 420 gms, supports 6 Kg load)
Together (legs & Ball head) cost less than $190 ... if you are willing to spend more than get the Carbon Fiber legs ... might cost you around $100 more.
Check these pics to see what the Tripod can do
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EOS Bodies / Re: Need seasoned advice - keep 5D Mark II or NO?
« on: February 09, 2013, 12:43:40 PM »
It kills me how people tend to discount the 5DII now that there are newer, more expensive options available. All of a sudden it becomes an inadequate option.
This could not be further from the truth for me. I have a 5DII and I still love it. MANY professionals still use the 5DII for their work and have been doing so for many years.
You got a great deal on the 5DII and I would keep it and use the extra $ to go on an outing or something. But ultimately it's your choice and if you feel the extra $ is worth it for the new technology then go for it.
This could not be further from the truth for me. I have a 5DII and I still love it. MANY professionals still use the 5DII for their work and have been doing so for many years.
You got a great deal on the 5DII and I would keep it and use the extra $ to go on an outing or something. But ultimately it's your choice and if you feel the extra $ is worth it for the new technology then go for it.
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Lenses / Re: What's the best deal you've ever gotten on a lens?
« on: February 03, 2013, 01:40:36 PM »
Well I've only purchased a few lenses but I would say the 24-105 f/4L was the best deal I got. Although I got it with the 5D Mark II kit. The Mk II was $2199 at the time and I got the kit for $2599... making the lens $400.
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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Canon 7D: 'I need a Must Have's List'
« on: December 31, 2012, 10:35:49 PM »
Many Thanks to everyone who commented in this thread. Here is a breakdown of the Christmas goodies I received:
- Canon 24-105 F/4
- Canon 50 F/1.4
- Gitzo GM3551 6X Carbon Fiber Monopod
- Lowepro Vertex 100 AW
- A couple of Scott Kelby books
I've had a chance to use the 50 F1.4 and I can say certain that the Bokeh is outstanding for those looking for a bokeh beast. The other thing I will say with 100% assurance is that the 24-105 feels like it was built to military specs compared to my other zoom that came with the camera.
Now to plan some cool street walks or a photo adventure!
Wow... Santa must have had some deep pockets this Christmas.
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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: 5d2 officially discontinued.
« on: December 23, 2012, 08:27:40 PM »
Fine with me that it's discontinued. Mine still has a long life ahead of it before I will feel the need to upgrade.
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Contests / Re: Gura Gear Giveaway!
« on: December 09, 2012, 09:05:07 PM »
This looks fantastic. I would certainly love to win it as I'm currently without a camera bag.
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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Where to get photography training?
« on: November 26, 2012, 05:07:48 PM »
+1 for your local camera club. I recently discovered mine and it's great. There's a lot of information tossed around and it's also a great way to network.