TM3 members photographic equipment

[KenYork]

Seeing more and more of us have DSLR's on the forum I wonder what your setup is? Point and shoot setups welcome too.

Photography (http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=13538)
To Camera Setup Thread (http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=18212)
Camera Guru\'s......need some advice please :) thread (http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=11887&highlight=camera+guru)

here's mine.
Canon Rebel XT (350D) w/grip
Sigma 28-70mm f/2.8 EX DG (my walk about)
Sigma 70-300mm APO DG
Canon 18-55mm kit
Canon 50mm f/1.8 MKII

Manfrotto 190CLB, 486RC2 head, Speedlight 580EX, RC-1, RS60-E3

backup: Canon IXUS 900Ti

[yearoftherat]

Nikon D50, Nikon AF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 G IF ED DX Lens (my walkabout)

backup/point & shoot : Canon a630

[aznkid.com]

Canon Digital Rebel XT Gripped
Sigma 10-20mm
Canon 17-55mm f/2.8 IS
Canon 100mm f/2.0
2x Alien Bee B800
Sigma DG Super 500 Flash

Hundreds of accessories.. tripods, filters, monopods, remotes, clamps, stands, reflectors, soft boxes, umbrellas, bags, rigs, etc..

Nothing compared to my setup that I just got rid of though,

Canon 1D
Sigma 12-24mm
Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8
Canon 80-200mm f/2.8L

Unfortunately I had to get rid of that because funds were low..

[bluntman]

Sony Alpha a100 w/Dicain vertical grip
Sony Carl Zeiss 16-80/3.5-4.5 (walkabout lens)
Sony 70-200 SSM/2.8G
Tamron 90/2.8 macro
Sigma 10-20/4-5.6
Sigma 135-400/4.5-5.6
Minolta 75-300/4.5-5.6
Minolta 70-210/4 (retired)
Minolta 50/1.7
3G Lensbaby with macro filters
Sony HVL-56 flash w/ Sto-fen filter
Minolta HS-5600(D) flash w/ Sto-fen filter & Gary Fong Lightsphere II
Manfrotto 190XProB tripod w/ Manfrotto 804RC2 3-way pan head
Giottos P-Pod monpod
Sandisk Extreme IV 4GB CF card
TwinMOS 140x 4GB CF card (backup)
Epson P-4500 Photoviewer

[Xerox]

Canon 30D & Canon A2e (35mm)

Sigma 28mm f/1.8 (share with g/f)
Canon 50mm II f/1.8 (share with g/f)

Canon 16-35mm f/2.8 L MkII
Canon 24-70mm f/2.8 L

Canon Speedlite 540EZ
Canon Speedlite 580EX MkII
Vivitar 283

Manfrotto 190XPROB w/ 484RC2 head

[Hinata-sama]

Canon 350D

with cheap filter, no flash, cheap tripod

borrowed lenses.

[ZeroChalk]

Building my collection.. but so far..

Nikon D80
Speedlight SB-800
AF-S Nikkor 17-55mm f2.8
Manfrotto Monopod
Manfrotto 488RC4
Gitzo GT540
Nexto 80GB portable HD

Had a 17-200VR but now looking for something else.

backup camera: cell phone - 500k megapixel (with colour)

[bluntman]

I think the photogs of TM3 should get together and have a photography meet.

[Jeff-TheBiz]

http://www.eastman.org/fm/mees/m198210021.jpg

Nothin beats it!

[Skarbro]

I just sort of push the button and pray. :)

[bluntman]

This was my first camera.

http://candidcamera.free.fr/110%20CAMERAS/110%20cameras/110_minolta_autopak_70.jpg

[Gizzmo_jr]

D70s with Nikon AF-S 18-200mm
Ebay offname 2nd battery
SanDisk UltraII 2gb
Expensive tripod (fathers, can't recall name)
Semi purchased recently, but need to get some filters and wide-angle lens.

[Wild Weasel]

http://www.eastman.org/fm/mees/m198210021.jpg

Nothin beats it!

That's actually not too different from my first camera. :) Mine was a Minolta, but it used those silly disk films. Looked like little viewmaster wheels. :chuckle

[firstmazda]

This was my first camera.

http://candidcamera.free.fr/110%20CAMERAS/110%20cameras/110_minolta_autopak_70.jpg


Holy! I totally forgot about those cameras!
I just got a flashback of my parents having one of those!!

[Wild Weasel]

I remember my parents having one that used those old reel-to-reel style films. To advance the film, you'd have to squeeze the camera together, shotgun style. Kah-CHK. :)

[jaM3ican]

Bump on the Photo meet.

I think that we should have a Photo contest at that. Non-auto related. Just have to decide how the judging panel should be handled...........?

What kind of prizes? TM3 swag?

[KenYork]

judging panel should be all TM3.. just need to setup a poll.

[iconicrocket]

http://www.eastman.org/fm/mees/m198210021.jpg

Nothin beats it!

Good luck getting your film processed.

[bluntman]

What's the reason for making it competitive?

[jaM3ican]

Rebel XT/w grip
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3,5-5,6 USM w/lens Hood
Canon EF 75-300mm f/4.0-5.6 III w/lens Hood

[jaM3ican]

just would be friendly competion for those avid photbugs.

think that it would encourage people to get out more and shoot.

i know with the nice weather now there are going to be a lot more pics floating around the site, and to show how diverse this club is maybe some people would like to have a "sub" forum within TM3 for those members that are interested in photography such as yourself

[SABIO]

.....to show how diverse this club is maybe some people would like to have a "sub" forum within TM3 for those members that are interested in photography.....

I am heavily into Porn. Can we have a 'sub-Forum' for that too.
I really like rice cakes as well... how about a recipe forum....

:loco

[Xerox]

I didn't want to jack Aznkid.com's thread (http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showpost.php?p=189430&postcount=55) so I'll continue here:


That's about it.. I don't see myself going to a full frame anytime soon or even at all(but who really knows). Even the Sigma 28-70 2.8 i'm using now, I wish I had better range both ends. I may just go the 17-55 IS and as aznkid Sigma 50-150 2.8 to cover the range.

Ahhh...I forgot that you had Sigma 28-70 f/2.8. Then what's your reason for considering 24-70 f/2.8? Are you not satisfied with the optics/tone of Sigma? Will you trade-in the Sigma?

[KenYork]

I find the optics of my Sigma quite good. It's more the matter of it's slow focus, especially in low light situations where i don't want to use a flash.
The 17-55 IS is actually more appealing to me since I don't feel I'll move to full frame.

[aznkid.com]

I find the optics of my Sigma quite good. It's more the matter of it's slow focus, especially in low light situations where i don't want to use a flash.
The 17-55 IS is actually more appealing to me since I don't feel I'll move to full frame.

I just bumped my old thread up!
http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?p=5229618

[KenYork]

If $$ weren't so tight I'd jump all over it.

[Xerox]

New additions to my collection: Canon 16-35mm f/2.8 L II USM, Canon SpeedLite 580EX II and a Crumpler "The Wikey and Cox" camera bag (not in pic) :bana

http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p101/planetxerox/IMG_7003_Edit2_800.jpg

[Tokyo Drift]

wow good set :)
I use 30d either haha

[b3GS]

Canon Rebel XT
18-55mm Crappy Kit lens
24-90mm with lens hood

Desparately in need of more equipment though :(

[new3]

Hi guys, I thought I'd want to start something new @ TM3. I want everyone to list what their camera equipment consist of (hope this hasn't been done before) and your level of expertise.

I'll start off myself

Nikon D50
Tokina 12-24mm DX
Nikon 35mm f2 (favorite)
Nikon 85mm f1.8
Nikon 18-200mm VR
Sigma 70-200mm f2.8 EX APO (rarely used)
SB-600, SB-800

[new3]

oops,
I'm an experienced amateur

[rwatt]

Good idea for a thread.
It might also be interesting to list your favourite subjects. For me, it is urban and landscapes. Level of expertise would be amateur as well, but I've done a few sporting event jobs.
My current equipment list is:
Canon EOS 20D
Sigma EX 15-30
Sigma EX 24-70/2.8
Sigma EX 50-500

[mit-gee-mui]

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=13379&highlight=list+camera

Close enough? If not, I'll go away now...:gone

[Xerox]

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=13379&highlight=list+camera

Close enough? If not, I'll go away now...:gone

tsk, tsk. Not close enough.

Camera setup (http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=18212)

[mit-gee-mui]

tsk, tsk. Not close enough.

Camera setup (http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=18212)

:whoa....:bang....:chuckle

[Unoriginalusername]

I just got a nikon over the winter:

Nikon D80
NIKON DX VR 18-200 F3.5-5.6 AF-S LENS

Not sure which lens or flash to go with next

[bluntman]

A700 w/ vertical grip
CZ 24-70/2.8
CZ 85/1.4
Sony 70-200/2.8 G
Sigma 10-20/4-5.6
Sony 16/2.8 fisheye
Minolta 35/2
Minolta 50/1.7
Tamron 90/2.8 macro
Lensbaby 3G
Sony HVL-56AM flash
Minolta HS-5600(D) flash

A100 w/ Dicain vertical grip
Tamron 18-250/3.5-6.3

Minolta 75-300/4.5-5.6 (big beercan - retired)
SAL 18-70/3.5-5.6 (kit lens - retired)

[S.F.W.]

threads merged, carry on

[super_vixen]

Canon 5D w/grip
Canon 30D
Canon 20D

Canon 16-35L USM f/2.8
Canon 24-70L USM f/2.8
Canon 70-200L IS USM f/2.8
Canon 50mm f/1.8
Sigma 50mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro
Sigma 18-125 f/3.5 (old backup I carry around)

Canon 580EX
Canon 580EX II
SP Systems 320w/s 2 light Strobe Kit (plus umbrellas/softboxes/etc)

Canon Remote Shutter Release
Canon Off-camera flash cord

20ft. backdrop stand
Handful of backdrops

Manfrotto Tripod with Heavy Duty Grip Ball Head

As for experience - I've been running my own photography business for the past 4.5 years. I specialize in weddings, but my off-season is filled with portrait work (engagements, maternity, babies/children/families, portraits, etc). I've been lucky to have shot a bit of everything including corporate work, food, products, fashion, etc.

I also currently freelance/contract for 4 other wedding studios around the GTA which fills my year up nicely for any slow months.

I'm not much of a nature photographer, although in June I'm going to spend a week in Killarney Provincial Park shooting with a photographer who has shot for National/Canadian Geographic. Should be a good time. I might also be shooting a Jays game this summer with a Reuters photojournalist friend of mine if I can find the time.

[bhrm]

Main camera now...

Olympus E-510
Olympus 14-42mm f3.5-4.5 kit lens (28mm to 84mm equiv)

Minolta Adaptor for
- Minolta 45mm f2.8 pancake lens, my main walkaround lens for compactness
- Minolta 35mm f2.8 (70mm f2.8)
- Minolta 50mm f1.4 (100mm f1.4)
- Minolta 135mm f2.8 (270 f2.8)
- Macro Bellows

Film SLR
Minolta SRT-101

Two cheapo flash units with a broken wireless transmitter set (ebay unit, worked for a year)

Manfrotto 055XBpro with 486RC head, Manfrotto monopod

I used to use Canon gear and used to have Elinchrom studio gear and toys when I had my own gig. Those were the days.

Now just re-exploring the hobby and re-learning enjoyment and a new direction with photography. I used to do weddings, studio, events, sports, but it got to me when it felt like being a hired gun and starting to lack the art of it. Going to get back into it sometime this year. Maybe this week Sunday as I kept putting off a shoot request.

[KenYork]

here's mine. not much has changed.

Canon Rebel XT (350D) w/grip
Tamron AF 28-75MM F/2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical (IF)(my walk about)
Sigma 70-300mm APO DG
Canon 18-55mm kit
Canon 50mm f/1.8 MKII

Manfrotto 190CLB, 486RC2 head, Speedlight 580EX, RC-1, RS60-E3

backup: Canon IXUS 900Ti

I'm still an amateur. I've done a few weddings. I'll shoot anything I'm interested in at the moment.

[new3]

Lots of Canonites here!

[b3GS]

Main camera now...

Olympus E-510
Olympus 14-42mm f3.5-4.5 kit lens (28mm to 84mm equiv)



how do you find the Olympus?

[bhrm]

how do you find the Olympus?

i love it for what it is. Small, light, and great control with color, contrast, 'filters' done in body and in body image stabilization which works pretty well 2-3 stops, maaaaybe 4 but that's a long stretch.

Naysayers will whine about 4/3rds format mount as unpopular and dying but olympus optics is one of the best. Sure the crop factor is 2X which is great for zoom/tele, and no great or expensive for wide angle. 7-14mm f4 is $2000. DOF is also not the same DOF as film 35mm and other DSLRs with lesser crop.

the in body IS also works for non-AF lenses and adapted lenses so my Minolta Rokkor 50mm f1.4 (100mm equiv) so I could shoot at 1/30th at f1.4 at a lower ISO for low light shots.

the catch is, its a much slower camera than semi-pro, pro level. AF is accurate but not super fast. Pro level lenses are pricey (but if you have to ask, then you probably can't afford it). I may or may not use it for paid work or not yet as I rather rely on a 5D or 1D series but I have used an E-500 for studio work

Its great for travel and enjoyment though!

[cyberscorpi0]

Canon EOS Rebel XTi 400D 10.1MP
with 75-300mm digital zoom lens
(still newbie to Photography ;)

[RX9]

Body:
Canon 1DMIII
Canon 30D w/ grip

Lens:
Canon EF 28-300 IS L
Canon EF 35/1.4L
Canon EF 85/1.2L I
Canon EF 50/2.5 Macro
Canon EF 500/4 IS L
Canon EF 2XII

Tripod:
Gitzo GT2540
Wimberley Gimbal Type Tripod Head II
Gitzo GM2540 (monopod)
KangRinPoche NB-2B (ball head)

Flash:
Canon 580 EX I
Metz MZ 4/4i x2

portrait, nature(mostly Birds).

edit: back to 2006 when i still have time to travel around, the monkey, i shoot this with 30D+50/1.4 at very close range, and i accidently walked into their territory (you didnt want to know what happened next, that was mess)
http://www.photofans.cn/uploads2006/09/userid67935time20060919043542.jpg

[dsichewski]

Nikon D80
18-135mm lens

Still a reall noob at this but just taking my time and enjoying the ride. Thinking about going to the henry's show next weekend.

Just a question, where does everyone get your pictures printed? I know for normal jpeg pictures that you want a regular 5x7 or 4x6 you can go to like zhers and pay like 25 cents a picture....Now that I've shot with my nikon I have some really nice pictures from my trip down south...I would like to print out larger scale so I could hang on my wall kinda thing. Thanks for the help

David

[howitts_done]

Black's does some nice work but can be pricey unless you have their members card. I would also recommend their 'gallery' prints for your large prints ~$25.

[bluntman]

I go to Costco to have my photos printed. They charge $0.15 for 4x6 prints and up to $1.39 for 12x18 prints.

[Xerox]

If I want good prints (which is majority of the time since I only print digital shots that are good), then I use Blacks.

[bhrm]

If I want good prints (which is majority of the time since I only print digital shots that are good), then I use Blacks.

If you're in Markham I strongly suggest Aperture Digital Lab (www.1010foto.com)

They're a pro level lab with the same machines as Black's anyways and owned and run by real photographers/graphic designers.

They have a Epson 24" wide printer as well.

All of my stuff is done from there and have done many large prints with great results from their advice and help. Ever try to push a 3mp photo to 20" by 30" print?

[KenYork]

I use PhotoCreative in Mississauga for good prints. It's also owned by professional photographers.

[Xerox]

Where are all the photogs?! No one got anything new??

Got some new toys. My Canon f/2.8 wish list is complete. Never thought I would be able to get these lenses....but once you go L you can't go back.

Canon 30D & Canon A2e (35mm)

Canon 16-35mm f/2.8 L MkII
Canon 24-70mm f/2.8 L
*New: Canon 70-200 f/2.8 L IS
*New: Canon 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5

Canon Speedlite 540EZ
Canon Speedlite 580EX MkII
Vivitar 283

Next would probably be 5DmkII (if it ever comes out - atleast it gives me more time to save up) and much later I will start getting primes. Probably 35L or 50L.

[kaval]

Don't really have much as I got my camera about a month ago....

Canon Rebel XSi
- Kit Lens (18-55 IS)
- Hoya UV filter
- hopes and prayers of my shots turning out good

I'd like to pick up a 50mm lens soon, as well as a longer zoom lens, and a flash....

[Xerox]

I'd like to pick up a 50mm lens soon, as well as a longer zoom lens, and a flash....

Canon 50mm f/1.8 MkII (plastic fantastic) is only about $130. Great cheap little lens to learn on.

[KenYork]

I got my sigma 10-20 back in May

[Xerox]

I got my sigma 10-20 back in May

Oh I remember....so did you end up get that in Canada or HK?

Naturally I was debating over the Sigma, Canon, and Tokina 11-16 f/2.8.
I was worried about focusing issue with Sigma and didn't want to loose 1mm of Tokina (and really didn't need the 2.8) so ended up with the Canon.

[MSMitch]

My current equipment includes:
Canon Digital Rebel (the original) with battery grip
Canon 100-300 5.6USM
Canon 28-105 USM
Canon 1.8 (el plastico fantastico) - LOVE IT!!!
Canon 18-55
Sigma 10-20

Canon 420EZ flash

Manfrotto tripod with ball head
Manfrotto mini-pocket tripod

Lowepro Slingshot 200W - carries all my stuff
Lowepro CompuRover (computer/camera)
Lowepro OffTrail 2 (one of my favorites, but limited lens carrying)

Cokin filters
B&W soft-image
Various other filters that I always forget to use!!!

For quick travel and water-sports (this includes taking pics of the kdis when they have and food or fluids in their hands!!!)
Canon SD1000 with underwater housing

Wish list:
Canon 100mm macro with ring-flash for medical pics
Back-up camera body
ANY "L" series lenses!!!!!!!

[cereal83]

Canon 16-35mm f/2.8 L MkII
Canon 24-70mm f/2.8 L
*New: Canon 70-200 f/2.8 L IS
*New: Canon 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5


Whats the approximate price of these lenses and where do you pick them up? Like do you get them off of ebay or go to Henry's?

Very nice list of lens. I wish I only had one of them.


My stuff.

Canon Xsi
18-55mm - Kit
70-300mm Sigma 4-5.6
50mm f1.8 Canon

Next lens will be a wide angle, probably a sigma 10-20 or something close to that

[aznkid.com]

Canon Digital Rebel XT Gripped
Sigma 10-20mm
Canon 17-55mm f/2.8 IS
Canon 100mm f/2.0
2x Alien Bee B800
Sigma DG Super 500 Flash

Hundreds of accessories.. tripods, filters, monopods, remotes, clamps, stands, reflectors, soft boxes, umbrellas, bags, rigs, etc..

Nothing compared to my setup that I just got rid of though,

Canon 1D
Sigma 12-24mm
Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8
Canon 80-200mm f/2.8L

Unfortunately I had to get rid of that because funds were low..

Updated list because funds got even lower:

Canon 30D Gripped
Sigma 20mm f/1.8
Canon 50mm f/1.8
Canon 100mm f/2
2x Alien Bee B800
Sigma DG Super 500 Flash

[kaval]

Can anyone recommend a good polarizer that won't kill my wallet. I don't mind paying more for quality of course but a cost within reason would be nice.

[Xerox]

Whats the approximate price of these lenses and where do you pick them up? Like do you get them off of ebay or go to Henry's?


They are pretty costly. You can check prices at photoprice.ca.

I prefer not to buy very expensive things from ebay...unless if it's local pickup or something. I'd rather spend more and get it from a creditable source for peace of mind.
All my lenses were bought new either from Henry's during promotions (ie. double mail-in rebate) and had them price match any lower priced competitor (ie. Downtown camera or Vistek), or had a friend/relative buy new in HK (since everything is so much cheaper there) and bring it back for me. (I like to buy new stuff since I’m anal about lens care)

Except the 70-200 was bought 2nd hand from a local camera forum (seller had it for only for 5 months with date code of 2008)...this lens is ubber expensive new.

Henry’s consistently has highest prices…don’t ever buy their shit at regular price. I still try to buy from Henry’s as long as they give me the price I want since I like to establish a relationship with the sales guy.

[Xerox]

Can anyone recommend a good polarizer that won't kill my wallet. I don't mind paying more for quality of course but a cost within reason would be nice.

I buy filters online as it's significantly less expensive. hvstar.net
The amount of money I spend on filters depend on whether the lens is worth it, and if the filter size is common (ie. most L's are 77mm so I would buy a good 77mm since I can use it on other L's).

[bhrm]

Can anyone recommend a good polarizer that won't kill my wallet. I don't mind paying more for quality of course but a cost within reason would be nice.

I have had very good results with Marumi bought from gadgetinfinity.com however they only have 55mm and 58mm sizes I believe. Came to $35 plus $10 shipping. Very minimal flare.

Recent toys:
New set of flash remotes after my last transmitter died
28mm f2.8 macro for $5
80-200mm F4 JCPenney for $20
Another camera bag

Next year:
12-60mm f2.8-4
light/flash unit stands
maybe an oly E-3

[KenYork]

If you want something cheap that you can use. www.dealextreme.com (http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.14549) sells massa for like $10. I don't really know how good they are but i'm sure they'll do the job.

[garboui]

20D
17-40 f4L
70-200 f4L

[dj_chinaman2097]

Three weeks ago I picked up my first DSLR and digital camera. I had been using the camera from work until now.

I just checked Henry's and the camera combo I bought is now selling for $90 less...I could've got a Gorilla tripod! :bang

Personal Cameras:
1) Nikon D80 DSLR
-DX NIKKOR AF-S 18-200 F3.5-5.6 VR ED Lens
-Sigma DG UV filter

2) Canon PowerShot A640

Work Camera:
Canon Rebel DSLR (first gen)
18-55 kit lens

[KenYork]

Picked it up in HK, since I expect to go back a few time in the next two years.


Oh I remember....so did you end up get that in Canada or HK?

Naturally I was debating over the Sigma, Canon, and Tokina 11-16 f/2.8.
I was worried about focusing issue with Sigma and didn't want to loose 1mm of Tokina (and really didn't need the 2.8) so ended up with the Canon.

[bluntman]

Looking to upgrade to the Sony Alpha A900 in October/November.

[bhrm]

Three weeks ago I picked up my first DSLR and digital camera. I had been using the camera from work until now.

I just checked Henry's and the camera combo I bought is now selling for $90 less...I could've got a Gorilla tripod! :bang

Personal Cameras:
1) Nikon D80 DSLR
-DX NIKKOR AF-S 18-200 F3.5-5.6 VR ED Lens
-Sigma DG UV filter

2) Canon PowerShot A640

Work Camera:
Canon Rebel DSLR (first gen)
18-55 kit lens

You can still price match it!!! I think its 30 or 45 day period

[Xerox]

Looking to upgrade to the Sony Alpha A900 in October/November.

:hawt
Amazingly priced for what you get.
You'll probably have to upgrade your CF memory too.
24.6MP F U L L F R A M E!!! whhaaaaaa!

[Xerox]

Three weeks ago I picked up my first DSLR and digital camera. I had been using the camera from work until now.


What do you do for work?

[bluntman]

:hawt
Amazingly priced for what you get.
You'll probably have to upgrade your CF memory too.
24.6MP F U L L F R A M E!!! whhaaaaaa!

Right now I can shoot approximately 400 photos (in RAW) on one of my 8GB Lexar 300x cards with my A700 @ 12MP. I am hoping for anothe sale at Futureshop so I can pick up one or two more of these cards.

[bhrm]

:hawt
Amazingly priced for what you get.
You'll probably have to upgrade your CF memory too.
24.6MP F U L L F R A M E!!! whhaaaaaa!

Don't forget hard drives, maybe more computer memory too.

Past 3 years I bought 4 more external hard drives.

[dj_chinaman2097]

What do you do for work?

I work in an in-house marketing department for an engineering company. I'm a general photographer and web administrator.

Any of my photos posted so far were taken with the Canon Rebel.

[gabbygenier]

wow. lots of ppl with great cameras here. y dont we have more pics on this site then haha. i have a few cameras but all cheap now except one.

Nikon D80
18 x 135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED lens

Kodak P712
wide angle lense

Kodak m883 for pocket one

if only i had the money for the D300 i want. only thing is with what i do it gets tossed around a lot so it gets expensive.

And i think we should do a photocontest on here of anything, not only cars casue i have some awesome pics of places i go but not many of my car since im never home haha.

[JMAK74]

40D with grip
DRebel (first gen) with grip

Sigma 10-20
Sigma 18-50 f2.8
Canon 28-135 IS
Canon 50mm f1.8 (plastic fantastic per Xerox)
Canon 75-300mm (basic one)
420EX Flash
Manfrotto Monopod
Manfrotto tripod
Lowepro Slingshot 400AW
Lowepro 300AW
Lowepro 500AW
other misc. gear

and, looks like my 40D just got old

http://www.henrys.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/PageDisplay?storeId=10001&mrktInitiativeId=3057&dest=canon50d%2Fcanon50d.jsp&mrktInitName=PreOrder+Canon+50D+080903&ddkey=DisplayInitiative

Specs look nice, however more MP is just a gimmick, ISO 12800 is nice but day to day I don't feel is practical for my usage, DIGI 4 is really nice and it would require you to get different CF cards to take full advantage of the 6.3fps. Things like Live View face recognition is an obvious feature for 'everyday users' vs. more hardcore types.

JMAK

[gabbygenier]

Just got myself a D90:):)
Now just have to make it to mexico to go try it out for real haha.

and a small sony 170 since my m883 got stolen

I guess it was an expensive day for me :chuckle

So now this is what i have

Nikon D90
AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm VR
Nikon D80
18 x 135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED lens

Kodak P712
wide angle lens

Sony DSCW170

[dsichewski]

Nikon D80
18 x 135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED lens



This is the same setup i have.....do you ever get the error f-- on the display screen when you turn the camera on and try to take a picture and it won't let you because of that error message? I searched it on the net and it turns out its some sort of defect or something to that effect with the contacts between the lens and the body...removing and reinstalling the lense seems to do the trick to fix the matter, but its sure is a downer when you have a great shot and you can't take the picture...

I can't wait to trade the lense in and get something different, (It takes great pictures and I am happy with the lense just want to get something else) however time and money arn't on my side at the moment...in the future though :)

[gabbygenier]

Its not a defect. i havent had that problem but a guy i work with has had it. happens when the lens is "removed". so if you press the button to remove the lense and the lense is not removed then you will get this problem. that explains why if you remove the lense and ut ut back on the problem will be eliminated. so my assuption is when you put it away you accidentally presss the button and it thinks the lens was removed and you should put a new one on.

[dsichewski]

Its not a defect. i havent had that problem but a guy i work with has had it. happens when the lens is "removed". so if you press the button to remove the lense and the lense is not removed then you will get this problem. that explains why if you remove the lense and ut ut back on the problem will be eliminated. so my assuption is when you put it away you accidentally presss the button and it thinks the lens was removed and you should put a new one on.

hmmm I'll have to look into that...cause i've had it happen at different times...thanks for the heads up...

[gabbygenier]

im looking for a nice macro lense for my nikon. anyone know of a good deal. or where do you guys get all your camera accessories?

[bhrm]

www.tpmg.ca -->Toronto Photographers Meet up Group

www.henrys.com
www.ebay.ca
www.vistek.ca

are you looking for new? used? ancient?

the most amount of macro fun i had was with a Nikon 200mm f4 micro

[bluntman]

All I can say is that full frame is the @#$% awesome! :D

[gabbygenier]

ya looked at all those places. and im looking for the 180mm. looks awesome and descent price.


www.tpmg.ca -->Toronto Photographers Meet up Group

www.henrys.com
www.ebay.ca
www.vistek.ca

are you looking for new? used? ancient?

the most amount of macro fun i had was with a Nikon 200mm f4 micro

[Xerox]

All I can say is that full frame is the @#$% awesome! :D

you got the a900?

[bluntman]

you got the a900?

Yes, I did something that have only done once previously...pre-ordered. I was a little disappointed at the performance of the camera only because it was so similar to my beloved A700...I was expecting a huge difference as when I upgraded from the A100 to the A700. However, the difference came when I looked through the viewfinder and snapped the shutter. I have always wanted "width" in my photos, "length" can always be achieved by buying a longer lens, but "width" on a cropped sensor is near impossible. And then I mounted my fisheye...HOLY $HIT!

My first test of the camera was at a wedding that I was helping to shoot. I hate wedding shoots, I'd rather do studio/glamour shots. It was probably because of the compressed timeline (and only being a secondary) that I couldn't get the shots I wanted and just "wasn't feeling it". Anyway, after running the photos through Lightroom (cropping, straightening and adding a preset), I was impressed with the outcome. Image quality was impressive, bokeh and shallow DOF was awesome, noise had a film-like quality. Money well spent.

[eguiyab]

Its slightly off topic, but i was wondering if i could get some opinions on my next setup.
Im looking to pick up a new D90, and upgrade from my old D50. But im not sure which lens/lenses i should go with. There are two real main configurations that im thinking about, but open to suggestions

1. The 18-105vr & 70-300vr
2. The 18-200vr

the total difference between choice 1 over choice two is only about $150. So what do you think??? Some people love the 18-200... and some people hate it... but im also curious to know as to if its such a great lens, why do so many people sell it after???

[Xerox]

Slow day at work...so I'm gonna post my latest pic:

Nike Shox Turbo+ iD Running Shoe
I tried to order it with the ID "sweatshop" but it wouldn't take it...
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3289/3058083218_f0b5d414bc_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/wifi_john/3058083218/)

[JMAK74]

Slow day at work...so I'm gonna post my latest pic:

Nike Shox Turbo+ iD Running Shoe
I tried to order it with the ID "sweatshop" but it wouldn't take it...
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3289/3058083218_f0b5d414bc_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/wifi_john/3058083218/)

Nice shot - do you have an infinity backdrop set up with a glass bottom for the reflection or was this a bit of PShop magic?

JMAK

[Xerox]

Done in Photoshop. :)

http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p101/planetxerox/NikeiD_evolution.jpg

[bhrm]

Slow day at work...so I'm gonna post my latest pic:

Nike Shox Turbo+ iD Running Shoe
I tried to order it with the ID "sweatshop" but it wouldn't take it...
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3289/3058083218_f0b5d414bc_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/wifi_john/3058083218/)

lol sweatshop

what about something like "made by kids"

clearly i'm not a big fan of nike.

but that's an awesome product shop. thumbs up for you :bana

[Xerox]

Update! My 5D Mk2 has arrived.

Canon EOS systems:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3034/3103495759_86b4ebfee5_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/wifi_john/3103495759/)
- 35mm A2e
- 350D (my GF's)
- 30D + BG-E2
- 5D Mark II (BG-E6 coming soon)
- 1D Mark III (my GF's)

Canon EF(-S) lenses:
- Canon EF-S 10-22mm
- Canon 16-35mm f/2.8 Mark II
- Canon 24-70mm f/2.8
- Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 IS
- Canon 35mm f/1.4

I think I'm pretty satisfied with what I have so far. Won't be getting anything new for a while.

[She_Prime]

Wowzers! Very nice.

Shooting the TM3 dinner?

[MSMitch]

Update! My 5D Mk2 has arrived.

Canon EOS systems:

- 35mm A2e
- 350D (my GF's)
- 30D + BG-E2
- 5D Mark II (BG-E6 coming soon)
- 1D Mark III (my GF's)

Canon EF(-S) lenses:
- Canon EF-S 10-22mm
- Canon 16-35mm f/2.8 Mark II
- Canon 24-70mm f/2.8
- Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 IS
- Canon 35mm f/1.4

I think I'm pretty satisfied with what I have so far. Won't be getting anything new for a while.

Nice, I have the A2E as well.
Drop me a line if you want to get rid of the 30D! :)

[Xerox]

Wowzers! Very nice.

Shooting the TM3 dinner?

I plan to be there and will bring my toys to play with.


Nice, I have the A2E as well.
Drop me a line if you want to get rid of the 30D! :)

I doubt I'll be getting rid of my 30D any time soon. I need it as a second body. :)

[-RJ3-]

Canon Powershot SX110.... Nice little point and shoot.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3275/3089177257_dc3cbbcc6b.jpg?v=0

[MSMitch]

My updated list:

Canon 40D (Grip coming soon)

Sigma 10-20
Tamron 17-50 2.8
Canon 50mm 1.8 (el plastico fantastico) - LOVE IT!!!
Canon 100 2.8 Macro
Canon 70-200 F4L ("interim" lens till I have $$ for the IS version)

Canon 420EZ flash

Manfrotto 055 tripod with ball head
Manfrotto mini-pocket tripod

Lowepro Slingshot 200W - carries all my stuff
Lowepro CompuRover (computer/camera)
Lowepro OffTrail 2 (one of my favorites, but limited lens carrying)
Tenba Shootout Mini (coming soon)

Cokin filters
B&W soft-image
Various other filters that I always forget to use!!!

For quick travel and water-sports (this includes taking pics of the kids when they have and food or fluids in their hands!!!)
Canon SD1000 with underwater housing

[gabbygenier]

Got myself a new macro lense. its awesome. love it. got it at henry's for a good price. so heres my updated list. and i got some awesome pics with the D90 in mexico:D:D

Nikon D90
Nikon D80
AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm VR
AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-135 mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED
AF-S Micro NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8G ED


Kodak P712
wide angle lens

Sony DSCW170

[dsichewski]

Got myself a new macro lense. its awesome. love it. got it at henry's for a good price. so heres my updated list. and i got some awesome pics with the D90 in mexico:D:D

Nikon D90
Nikon D80
AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm VR
AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-135 mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED
AF-S Micro NIKKOR 60mm f/2.8G ED


Kodak P712
wide angle lens

Sony DSCW170

with having the d90 are you going to still keep the d80?

[gabbygenier]

with having the d90 are you going to still keep the d80?

My fiance uses it actually. if not it would of been for sale a while ago.

[dsichewski]

My fiance uses it actually. if not it would of been for sale a while ago.

ah thats cool...I just new the d90 trumps the d80....so just wondered....I still love my d80...finally staring to print out pictures i took with it from my trip to dominican last year along with hiking pictures....very impressed with the quality of picture!

[gabbygenier]

i havent had the time to print any pictures yet. i want to print some and put them in frames at home but there are so many i dont know what ones to choose haha

[dsichewski]

i havent had the time to print any pictures yet. i want to print some and put them in frames at home but there are so many i dont know what ones to choose haha

ah yes that is the hardest part, picking and choosing what and where pictures will go...
my friends that I went to dominican with me made me a actual book of a whole bunch of our pictures combined. It is really neat and thoughtful! That might be another alternative to printing so many out? that way you can hand guests a book and say here is my trip here or here is my nature collection etc...

[gabbygenier]

that would be a good idea. ill have to think of that one. thanks

[dsichewski]

that would be a good idea. ill have to think of that one. thanks

no problem...apparently you download the program off the net, in the program you set up all the pages, insert captions and insert your pictures....when all done you send it to the company and they print it and ship it......try to get a canadian company...my friend got a us company and had to pay duties on it in the end...

[gabbygenier]

kool. didnt even know u could do something like that. ill definetly look into it.

[-RJ3-]

Canon Powershot SX110.... Nice little point and shoot.

I forgot to update my list canon eos rebel xs 18 - 55mm

Pretty good slr entry

[dsichewski]

kool. didnt even know u could do something like that. ill definetly look into it.

neither did I...That why it was such a surpriuse for me when i got it. lol

[bluntman]

Blurb. I've used them once before and was very satisfied with quality of their photobooks.

[gabbygenier]

Blurb. I've used them once before and was very satisfied with quality of their photobooks.

Just went to the website for blurb and pretty descent prices and shipping is good too. did u have to pay customs on it??

[bluntman]

IIRC, they delivered right to our door, no customs charges.

Don't even bother with Costco's photobooks, they're utter crap.

[gabbygenier]

sweet, thanks for the info. ill use them now. let you know how mine turns out

[Kevin@nextmod]

Hey guys.... I got a question about DSLR. I've been waiting for a long long time for prices to drop and now i'm finally making the move. I'm picking up the Canon 40D this week and I was wondering, is the warranty from futureshop worth it? Is it necessary? Regular price is $299 but since i'm an employee there, i get special discount on it. I'm not going to say the price but just want to get some inputs on if its worth getting or not.

[gabbygenier]

well i think we shouldn't tell you until u tell us how much ull pay for it haha. i think its really up to you. i have yet to have a problem really with a camera unless it was mishandled. thats y i take care of my new one more then anything i own haha. i got it for mine. the nikon comes with 2 years but if something does happen u have to send it to nikon. so if something does happen its easy to replace.

lenses i think are a different option. the nikon ones come with 5 year warranty. and if something does happen to them. well i have other lenses that i can manage with.

but again i think its really up to you.

[Xerox]

There's no definitive answer to whether you should or shouldn't get extended warranty.
(Unless the extended warranty costs more than the item you are buying - that's a no brainer)

I believe statistically speaking extended warranty is not worth it (ie. item breaks down within 1 year manufacturer warranty or after the extended warranty, and of course never breaks down at all).

Generally extended warranty is a good idea on items costing several thousands of dollars. Not sure whether a DSLR (where body is approx. $1,300) falls in that range.

If you will use a credit card for purchase check if your credit card automatically gives you insurance and warranty on stuff you buy (normally card with annual fees may have this).

Canon has 1 year manufacturer warranty on body and lens.

If you think that you will sell the camera the extended warranty would help (assuming it's transferrable).

I DON'T want to tell you to get it or not, but I personally wouldn't (but then again I don't know what kind of discount you are getting).

[Kevin@nextmod]

I have asked a few guys that i know that have or previously used canons. Most of them told me to skip the warranty even if its cheap. I found out that my credit card gives me extended manufacturer warranty. So i guess the FS warranty isn't necessary.

thanks guys for the input. I think i might be making the trip down to work and pick it up.

[gabbygenier]

awesome, ull have to show us some pick when u take some. my buddy was going to buy that camera but hes now going to buy the 50D. cant wait to see his picks either

[Kevin@nextmod]

Well this is my first DSLR camera and i'm as noob as it gets. I have a lot to learn. The reason i chose the 40D for beginner camera instead of the cheaper XSI is because, i'm a type of person that , if i grow out of it, I would wnat a better one. So i decided to go with a better one and i know i will keep this for a long time. And the price is reasonable now so i'm making the move.

[gabbygenier]

well to each their own for what brand to get. when i first got the D80 i was a noob too. but now im getting better at it. and once u do ull want different lenses and such. and to me since i use it so much its like man id love all the lenses but i have to restrain myself haha. hope u enjoy it. also the best thing to do to learn is to just go out and take lots of pics. haha

[Kevin@nextmod]

for sure i will.....

[KenYork]

Well with all the sub $1000 DSLR's out now picking up a better camera is only a few hundred difference. When I picked up my XT it was about $1000+taxes and the 20D was about $1500. A better body will hold up a bit longer while you start purchasing lenses. I'm still using my XT and buying lenses.

[Xerox]

I'm still using my XT and buying lenses.

What do you think your shutter actuations is at now?

[KenYork]

What do you think your shutter actuations is at now?

Fairly low at 9820.

[Kevin@nextmod]

So guys... I'm officially finally on the boat. I picked it up this morning. I also picked up a sandisk extreme III 16gig CF card and a kingston card reader.

[Xerox]

welcome to the club. What lens did you get?

[Kevin@nextmod]

It came with the camera. Its 28-135mm lens.

[KenYork]

I still have my 18-55 kit lens if you're interested in something that will give you a wider angle.

[Kevin@nextmod]

freeee? hahaha j/k.... dont worry... i have a frd that have the same kit lens on his XTI so i can take his...thanks tho

[dsichewski]

Congratulations Pearly, welcome to the club!



Does anyone here have the Nikon 12mm-24mm lens? your thoughts/reviews?...I am strongly looking at getting this lens...and updating my 18-135 kit lens to a 18-200mm lens...

Has anyone been to the Henry's outlet store in toronto? I know they have a whole bunch of stuff there...when they say open box does that mean the lens was a demo model? or they just opened the box to show someone?

[MSMitch]

Pearly - enjoy the camera! Did you end up getting the warranty?
I bought my 40D from a place downtown around new years - it included a 4 year extended warranty.
With the reports of bad shutter buttons 1-2 years out, and other electrical issues, I would highly suggest extended warranties for the more expensive bodies - my 4 year old Digital Rebel bit the dust at Xmas - it would have been covered with a few months left :(

[Kevin@nextmod]

I didn't end up getting the extended warranty... I purchased it with my credit card and it had an extended manufacturer coverage for another year. And i got this at an amazing price, i can't complain as well....ahha.... and i'm so far havign so much fun with it. A fwe of my friends are already teaching me the basics to this camera. I'm looking forward to learning a lot more from all you pros

[Kevin@nextmod]

Are filters necessary? I was told to get this one for my camera.
http://www.bestbuy.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=L&langid=EN&sku_id=0926INGFS10065524&catid=24573

[bluntman]

Some say "yes" citing it is the first line of protection on expensive lenses - it is cheaper to replace a filter than it is to replace a lens.

Others say "no" citing that introducing another piece of glass in front a lens will degrade picture quality.

If you do decide to get a filter, get the highest quality filter you can afford. Like with most things, there are different grades available from any particular manufacturer. IIRC, the Hoya filters that BB keeps in stock is among the lower end filters in the Hoya line (with coatings on one side or no coatings at all) - coatings will reduce the glare and ghosting.

[KenYork]

I find a 58mm, 67mm and 77mm filter are most transferable when you upgrade lenses. So even if you have a cheap lens buy the better quality filter especially in those sizes.

[Xerox]

^^ Right and right. But I would also add 72mm (Canon L Primes) to the list of common sizes. Also, having a good quality filter of a common size will be easier to sell.

Often ppl that say "no" will opt to use a lens hood instead. The reasoning is that a hood actually provides better protection because if you were to drop/hit the lens, the hood would take the impact rather than the filter. If the filter was hit at a certain angle (becuase you didn't have a hood) with enough force, it could warp and make it difficult or impossible to unscrew/remove the filter.

But a hood won't block foreign debris (ie. water, dirt/dust) which is a more likely scenario than dropping your lens. Not using a filter could mean that you will need to clean your lens more often; and if you do it improperly could create scratches.

If you will use a filter try to get good stuff that are multi-coated and slim/thin (this will help prevent vignetting especially if you add a polarizer on top of UV/protector).

I find that filters have very high mark-up at local retail stores so I buy filters online. HVStar.net is pretty good and stuff they sell appears to be authentic.
Most likely the one you linked at BB is a lower grade Hoya filter. HVStar has Hoya Pro1 Digital UV $31.50 USD (http://hvstar.net/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=115) and Hoya Pro1 Digital Protector $23.90 USD (http://hvstar.net/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=105).

Personally, I would gauge the value of the lens to decide whether I will get a filter for it. If it's an inexpensive lens then I am less likely to get a filter. The size of the filter (as KenYork mentioned) also plays a role.

I use either Hoya (Japan) Pro1D grade filters or B+W (German) MRC Slim grade filters (Germans produce some good optics, with filters and lenses), as well as a lens hood.
Since the filter protects my lens from debris I only need to clean the filter and never make physical contact with my lens front glass element. This is good cuz I'll probably end up scratching it by not cleaning it properly.

[Kevin@nextmod]

Thanks for the information. And Thanks for putting it so easy so i understand....haha.. i'm still so new to this and i want to learn as much as i can. John... if you do'nt mind... please guide me to the one i should buy for my lens from hvstar.net. I have a friend thats going back to hong kong and i was told its cheaper there so i might tell him to buy one for me.

[Xerox]

Thanks for the information. And Thanks for putting it so easy so i understand....haha.. i'm still so new to this and i want to learn as much as i can. John... if you do'nt mind... please guide me to the one i should buy for my lens from hvstar.net. I have a friend thats going back to hong kong and i was told its cheaper there so i might tell him to buy one for me.

what filter size do you need? Cuz your link to BB was 67mm but a Canon 28-135mm (which I believe you got with your 40D) is a 72mm.

[Kevin@nextmod]

I have no idea... I was told by one of my friends to get 67mm. This is the one i have. http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10093631&catid=
I really do'nt know which one to buy.

[gabbygenier]

great info Xerox. i bought a filter for my main lens but i don't have one for my macro yet. maybe i should see where there is a retailer for the hoya filters in the US since i'm here. do you know what stores usually sell them??

[KenYork]

The 28-135mmIS is indeed a 72mm.

[Kevin@nextmod]

Ok i just received my package from henry's with the bag, grip, battery. Now i want to get a tripod. Which one should i get? I mainly will be using this outside taking pics of my car or cars and sometimes take pics indoor of people. Any suggestions? My budget is $150 tax in preferably or maybe $200 tax in if $150 is not possible.

[Xerox]

Gitzo or Manfrotto all the way. I believe they are both owned by a single company in the UK.

[KenYork]

I Would suggest a minimum weight load of 5kg/12lbs.

On sale now for $180+taxes.
http://www.vistek.ca/store/ProPhotoInduro/237370/induro-ab2-adventure-series-tripod-kit-tripod-head-case.aspx

From Manfrotto $219+. I have a 190manfrotto tripod with RC head, got it off ebay from henrys and paid about $180tax in two years ago.
http://www.henrys.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ItemsDisplay?storeId=10001&catalogId=10001&departmentId=10410&categoryId=10464&itemID=189601

[-RJ3-]

Kevin's in the photography phase too!!! Nice!! Now everyone will have nice looking pictures!!!

Good tips and advice John, and Patrick!!!

[Xerox]

Good suggestions. But if you are going to look at those also look at Manfrotto 190XPROB. Costs a little more but it can do this:

(picture not mine)
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/132/406666635_4b4dd31095_b.jpg

[KenYork]

Yeah, I was just trying to stay close within his budget.

[Kevin@nextmod]

where is the best place to get these? Henry's?

[Xerox]

Depends what makes a store "best."

Popular full fledge local camera stores (others can add the list if I missed any):

Henry's (http://www.henrys.com)
Probably the largest chain with lots of locations. Friendly staff. Prices are not the best but they often have no problems price matching. They probably have the most consumer friendly sales policies (ie. refunds, returns, etc.)

Downtown Camera (http://www.downtowncamera.com/)
I believe they only have one location (guess where?) … downtown, almost next door to Henry’s downtown (making it easy to compare prices). I think service is good with competitive prices.

Aden Camera (http://www.adencamera.com/)
3 locations: 2 downtown (but they are very close to one another) and 1 in PacMall. The one in PacMall is small so you may not be able to play with something you are interested in. They have competitive prices.

Vistek (http://www.vistek.ca/)
They have several nice locations. I would say they tailor more towards the prosumers. I’ve never bought anything from there but often rented. I’ve heard ppl complain about the service (ie. Sales don’t take you seriously unless you plan on dropping serious coin). I think price is similar to Henry’s but they also should have no problems price matching.

I would suggest just going to the closest convenient location with a fair size showroom where you can try out the stuff you are in the market for. Most locations should have a range of tripods already out on display to play with.

Once you make a decision on what you want to get check prices (most places post prices on their website) and either get it from the cheapest (reputable) place or get the store of your choice to price match it.

http://www.photoprice.ca/ is a good website that shows prices of various stores (in Canada and US) - but I don't think they list tripods.

[Kevin@nextmod]

I'm very rarely in downtown so i guess i'll give the pmall location a try to take a look at there tripods. The one in pmall is the one facing the escalators?

[Xerox]

I'm very rarely in downtown so i guess i'll give the pmall location a try to take a look at there tripods. The one in pmall is the one facing the escalators?

Yep. That's the one. I think they have only a few tripods out but definately not nearly as much as other larger locations (henrys has several locations uptown as well).

[Kevin@nextmod]

I think the closest one to me is the thornhill one. I think i might go and see them either today or sometime next week. I haven't been into one henry's location yet. I'll play around with the manfrotto one that you recommended. And if i like it i'll buy one.

[gabbygenier]

got bored. what do you guys think?

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?p=387450#post387450

[bhrm]

Good suggestions. But if you are going to look at those also look at Manfrotto 190XPROB. Costs a little more but it can do this:

(picture not mine)
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/132/406666635_4b4dd31095_b.jpg

great tripod.

i have the 055 version. heavier, stronger, not that much more $.

[silvermist99]

had a friend/relative buy new in HK (since everything is so much cheaper there) and bring it back for me.

I have my eyes on the EF 70-200mm F4/L IS USM (don't even have a body yet lol)

Just wondering, where are some some good places to buy lenses in HK? I'll be back there in April,

Was looking at this page here, http://www.ygdragon.net/index.php?page=photo/cameraprice.htm
the prices listed on there is more then local prices.

I am guessing in HK, people can negotiate in person? how much can people take off their asking prices?

[KenYork]

I have my eyes on the EF 70-200mm F4/L IS USM (don't even have a body yet lol)

Just wondering, where are some some good places to buy lenses in HK? I'll be back there in April,

Was looking at this page here, http://www.ygdragon.net/index.php?page=photo/cameraprice.htm
the prices listed on there is more then local prices.

I am guessing in HK, people can negotiate in person? how much can people take off their asking prices?

There a very few reputable places in HK. Somewhere on the forum when I went there early last spring. I purchased a Sigma 10-20 while on my trip.

http://http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=22730&highlight=hongkong (http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=22730&highlight=hongkong)

[Xerox]

I have my eyes on the EF 70-200mm F4/L IS USM (don't even have a body yet lol)

Just wondering, where are some some good places to buy lenses in HK? I'll be back there in April,

Was looking at this page here, http://www.ygdragon.net/index.php?page=photo/cameraprice.htm
the prices listed on there is more then local prices.

I am guessing in HK, people can negotiate in person? how much can people take off their asking prices?

Someone picked up a Canon 10-22 for me last year. Got it for 4,680.00 HKD (which is close to what your website lists currently). With the exchange rate at that time it ended being $636.13 CAD. Compare that to local price of approx. $950.00 CAD including tax. Savings of $300.00 CAD.

Your website lists the 70-200 f4 IS at 8,100.00 HKD = $1,319.19 CAD. According to photoprice.ca that same lens locally is approx. $1423.79 CAD including tax. Savings of only $104.00 CAD.

So I guess the deal is better on some lenses and not others?
The current exchange rate doesn't help either.

BTW, got the Canon 10-22 from:
Shop F, G/F., Yau Shing Commercial Centre,
51 Sai Yeung Choi St., Mongkok, Kowloon

[CamelFilters]

I'm amazed at equipment that some of the members here have!
i'm not a photographer but here's mine:

Canon Rebel XTI with battery grip
Lens L series 24-105 IS
580EXII Flash
and finally kit lenses 75-300 USM and 18-55 IS

Sony HDR-CX7 HiDef video camera

[Kevin@nextmod]

so i got a question about taking pics. I've been playing around a lot with my 40D and i recently went to futureshops annual party at a banquet hall. The atmosphere was dim. I took some pics in manual mode and i was having so much trouble trying to take pics of people because once they move the slightest bit, the pic gets blurry. Also i have to use 1600 iso because of my shaky hands.

I know i shouldn't be using 1600 iso because the pic will be grainy. But i don't have a tripod with me and i have no clue how else i'll take pics.

My question is, how can i take some pics in this kind of environment without using iso 1600 and fast enough so the pics dont get blurry when people move?

I also didn't use flash the whole night because i really dont like the pics with flash because the pic gets really white.

[CamelFilters]

so i got a question about taking pics. I've been playing around a lot with my 40D and i recently went to futureshops annual party at a banquet hall. The atmosphere was dim. I took some pics in manual mode and i was having so much trouble trying to take pics of people because once they move the slightest bit, the pic gets blurry. Also i have to use 1600 iso because of my shaky hands.

I know i shouldn't be using 1600 iso because the pic will be grainy. But i don't have a tripod with me and i have no clue how else i'll take pics.

My question is, how can i take some pics in this kind of environment without using iso 1600 and fast enough so the pics dont get blurry when people move?

I also didn't use flash the whole night because i really dont like the pics with flash because the pic gets really white.

i'm not a photographer but i think that one of the answers to your question would be to use a faster lens such as a 18-55 EFs F2.8. or if you can afford
get the L series 70-200 IS which is a good all around lens if you decide to go full frame in the future.

BTW, sometimes using the flash can make pictures turn out good. not just indoors but also outdoors in sunlight. I would avoid using the built in flash; that's probably why you're disappointed with the results.

[Xerox]

so i got a question about taking pics. I've been playing around a lot with my 40D and i recently went to futureshops annual party at a banquet hall. The atmosphere was dim. I took some pics in manual mode and i was having so much trouble trying to take pics of people because once they move the slightest bit, the pic gets blurry. Also i have to use 1600 iso because of my shaky hands.

I know i shouldn't be using 1600 iso because the pic will be grainy. But i don't have a tripod with me and i have no clue how else i'll take pics.

My question is, how can i take some pics in this kind of environment without using iso 1600 and fast enough so the pics dont get blurry when people move?

I also didn't use flash the whole night because i really dont like the pics with flash because the pic gets really white.

Answer = faster lens (aperture of f/2.8 or larger). Unfortunately faster lenses are typically more expensive (of course there are exceptions such as Canon 50mm f/1.8).

If you don't have a fast lens, you can use flash. Pop-up flash used by itself sucks. Might be okay with a diffuser. External flash if used correctly (diffuser or bounced off ceiling) will be okay.

If you don't have fast lens or a flash, bump up the ISO. 1600 ain't that bad. If you don't plan on printing and will use just for web it's fine to use 1600, even 3200.

Tripod or IS (image stabilization) is useless for shooting ppl cuz the problem isn't necessarily the camera shake but ppl moving.

Bump up the ISO. I'd rather have decent grainy pics that can still be used rather than blurry pics that can't be used at all.

[Kevin@nextmod]

Thats what i was told from the guys at work and they recommend me to buy a flash to help out in taking pics in these environment. That canon 50mm f/1.8 is a nice lens. My co worker have it and i can buy it from futureshop for a good price. Maybe i'll consider that to take pics.
As for flash. I have no idea which one to get. And i need to learn more about adjusting settings with the flash.

But thanks for the great input.

[CamelFilters]

Thats what i was told from the guys at work and they recommend me to buy a flash to help out in taking pics in these environment. That canon 50mm f/1.8 is a nice lens. My co worker have it and i can buy it from futureshop for a good price. Maybe i'll consider that to take pics.
As for flash. I have no idea which one to get. And i need to learn more about adjusting settings with the flash.

But thanks for the great input.

getting a separate flash was the first thing i did after getting crappy results indoors with the pop up flash. I bought the 580EXII, i use it in conjunction with my 24-105 F4 which isnt the fastest lens out there and i get realy good results. Depending on the picture i either shoot in manual,auto at F4 (fastest for my lens), or sometimes with a tripod for group shots. works well for me.

[Kevin@nextmod]

I'm on the futureshops website and looking at the flash, and the 580EXII is pretty pricy. at retail its $499.99. I'll check staff price on that tmw. Theres also the 430EXII for 399.99 at bestbuy

[CamelFilters]

430 is already the best for 99% of the population :)

[bhrm]

430 is already the best for 99% of the population :)

430 = Good enough.

The 580 just puts out more power, has a few more features that may or may not interest you.

Can the 430 II be master yet or slave only in wireless mode?

I'm behind on my Canons, I don't like them anymore.

I had a 580mk1 that I sold for $400.

$499 sounds better than the $570 + tax I paid 3 years ago.

[bhrm]

Answer = faster lens (aperture of f/2.8 or larger). Unfortunately faster lenses are typically more expensive (of course there are exceptions such as Canon 50mm f/1.8).

If you don't have a fast lens, you can use flash. Pop-up flash used by itself sucks. Might be okay with a diffuser. External flash if used correctly (diffuser or bounced off ceiling) will be okay.

If you don't have fast lens or a flash, bump up the ISO. 1600 ain't that bad. If you don't plan on printing and will use just for web it's fine to use 1600, even 3200.

Tripod or IS (image stabilization) is useless for shooting ppl cuz the problem isn't necessarily the camera shake but ppl moving.

Bump up the ISO. I'd rather have decent grainy pics that can still be used rather than blurry pics that can't be used at all.


Fear of grain is nonsense. We must all embrace grain.

Love the grain.

Make it part of the photo.

[Kevin@nextmod]

So i went to bestbuy and bought the 50mm standard lens f/1.8 and its sitting on my bed right now and i'm really lazy to open it and try.... i'll take some pics of that lens and the lens that came with the camera

[Xerox]

...
Can the 430 II be master yet or slave only in wireless mode?
...


Nope. Slave only. I doubt they will ever give it master capability.

[Xerox]

So i went to bestbuy and bought the 50mm standard lens f/1.8 and its sitting on my bed right now and i'm really lazy to open it and try.... i'll take some pics of that lens and the lens that came with the camera

that was quick.

[Kevin@nextmod]

I got it at a good price and i used the best buy card and 3 months no payment. The price was less then the retail and was taxed in. haha.... so i can't resist.

[silvermist99]

question for the guys that likes to travel. Do you bring your equipment around when you are on short vacations? IE. resorts, cruises etc. Does it ruin your vacation hauling the equpiment around & wasting time taking pics?

[bluntman]

I go to the Philippines for several weeks once or twice a year; for those trips, I take my good glass and my DSLR. However, one year while in the Philippines, my fiancee and I spent a few days in Hong Kong to celebrate Valentine's Day. For that trip, I left most of my equipment at the hotel, but only took on all-round lens and my DSLR; had I had a P&S I would have brought that instead.

[bhrm]

question for the guys that likes to travel. Do you bring your equipment around when you are on short vacations? IE. resorts, cruises etc. Does it ruin your vacation hauling the equpiment around & wasting time taking pics?

That question can be answered by your gf/wife/spouse/partner. I'm lucky that my gf enjoys photography as much as I do however tells me to pack minimal gear.

When I do travel I pack light and simple. One small bag to carry body and two lenses and batteries, one pocket tripod. The more crap you bring, the more of a hassle it is. I bring a point and shoot along for times i don't feel like bringing more.

Depends how much photography you want to do on your trip or if photography is the main purpose of the trip.

Resorts and cruises may not have that much to offer for photography but you could still do quite a bit with just one camera and one lens.

[gabbygenier]

has anyone tried this program for editing?

http://www.ononesoftware.com/

[bhrm]

bump, weather is nice

[Kevin@nextmod]

heres a pic of my friends car from yesterday........
http://i647.photobucket.com/albums/uu192/finallymanual/IMG_1389-1.jpg

Another rolling shot i took the same day but another car... anda little playing around with photoshop

http://i647.photobucket.com/albums/uu192/finallymanual/IMG_1489.jpg

[yearoftherat]

Good pics Kev...

That rear spoiler on the civic looks huge :whoa

[-RJ3-]

Dang Kevin you started this photography hobby later than me, and these pics doesn't show you as a beginer in photography...
Keep up the great shots...

[Kevin@nextmod]

Heres another one... its not the greatest as i suck at taking pics at night and i really need to learn how to.

http://i647.photobucket.com/albums/uu192/finallymanual/IMG_1607-1.jpg

[Xerox]

looking really good, kev!

[silvermist99]

i picked up a 40d with 17-85 yesterday. dont really know how to use it, just played around with it.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/d-kwok/sets/72157615343912354/

Question with lense hood.. i see aftermarket ones on ebay for like $5. performance wise does it matter if its canon or not?

[ramboh]

It's been awhile since I've seriously shot photos but I have the following:

Nikon D200
Nikon D70 - infrared converted
Nikkor 50mm 1.8
Nikkor 105mm F2.8 Macro
Nikkor 12-24mm DX (My most-used favourite lens!)

Up until last year I also had the following

Nikkor 70-200 F2.8G
Nikkor 28-70 F2.8D

Sold both of the above lenses to help pay for my first house and furnishings, etc...

I do miss taking pics. If you guys decide to do a get-together, let me know, i'm in!

[Xerox]

i picked up a 40d with 17-85 yesterday. dont really know how to use it, just played around with it.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/d-kwok/sets/72157615343912354/

Question with lense hood.. i see aftermarket ones on ebay for like $5. performance wise does it matter if its canon or not?

Authentic accessories always cost more.

Anything that properly blocks light from the sides should help (even your hand), IMO.

One thing that authentic hoods might have over cheaper ebay ones is felt lining on the inside to absorb the light rather than deflect into the lens.
Of course you can always DIY your own felt lining with hoods that don't have them.

Edit: Authentic Canon hoods are pretty over priced. If you want authentic I would check used or online.

[JMAK74]

i picked up a 40d with 17-85 yesterday. dont really know how to use it, just played around with it.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/d-kwok/sets/72157615343912354/

Question with lense hood.. i see aftermarket ones on ebay for like $5. performance wise does it matter if its canon or not?

Or to put it another way... damn you Xerox (j/k'ing)...

Aftermarket ones are not necessarily designed to prevent the corners of the sensor/lens from catching the lens hood (sorry can't remember the correct term at this moment), which will cause darkening of the picture in the corners. That's why you will see the 'petal' shaped lens hoods. If the ones on ebay look like the 'petal' (any Canon lens hood will have the petal design pretty much, especially for the lens you have), then it may just work fine and you don't have to pay the Canon price of like $50 or more for a piece of plastic.

That being said, I have a couple of the round lens hoods and have not had that issue.

As Xerox says - anything that can help block light and the felt lining are all help.

It tends to be more of an issue (someone correct me if I'm wrong) when you go wide as the DOF is far enough back on the sensor such that the lens hood can get 'seen'.

(I may have used a couple incorrect terms above - sorry, got new dad brain)

JMAK

[JMAK74]

Heres another one... its not the greatest as i suck at taking pics at night and i really need to learn how to.

http://i647.photobucket.com/albums/uu192/finallymanual/IMG_1607-1.jpg

All the pics look really good Kev.

For this shot - looks like you tried to shot it without a tri-pod - that would help, as i'm sure you know.

JMAK sighs as he really wants to go picture taking...

JMAK

[Xerox]

All the pics look really good Kev.

For this shot - looks like you tried to shot it without a tri-pod - that would help, as i'm sure you know.

JMAK sighs as he really wants to go picture taking...
JMAK

What are you talking about, Daddio!
Take pics of your baby!

[KenYork]

All the pics look really good Kev.

For this shot - looks like you tried to shot it without a tri-pod - that would help, as i'm sure you know.

JMAK sighs as he really wants to go picture taking...

JMAK

Reason to build a home studio.

[JMAK74]

What are you talking about, Daddio!
Take pics of your baby!

I have been and the subject is great. Just itching to do something different.


Reason to build a home studio.

That's project #158-B. Just a matter of finding time between trying to put the baby to bed and such...

[silvermist99]

I bought a clone EW-73B for $7 off ebay.. will see how it works! thanks guys.

now I need bags... maybe I'll look into henrys, I have corporate discount with them. 25% off bags & filters, 10% off lenses, 7% off dslr, 15% off flash. Is there anything I should consider with my discount at henrys?

my gears at the most when I have it all will be body, 1 zoom lense, 1 telephoto & possibly a flash and 2nd battery.

[austinl]

Hey All,

I am looking to upgrade my camera to the Canon 50D, but I need some help with some lenses.

I would like to have 3-4 lenses not neccessarily buy them all at once but a few to cover the varying ranges.

Here's what I would need them for.

General shooting (car shots of course) portraits for family photos, wildlife so a zoom for sure, and scenic shots ie waterfalls lakes forests etc etc

I currently have a 50mm 1.8 by canon and have yet to decide if I buy a 50D kit or body alone.

What can you photo pros recommend?

[KenYork]

What camera do you currently have? and do you really need to upgrade it? If you already are using a DSLR I'd recommend building your lens collection before moving to a new body.

What to recommend... It would depend on if you want to buy L glass(24-70L, 24-105 both ~$1200). For most decent quality lenses you're looking to pay about ~$550-800 brand new.

I hope the following Canon setups from this thread help.

My setup:

Canon Rebel XT (350D) w/grip
Canon XSi
Tamron AF 28-75MM F/2.8 XR Di LD Aspherical (IF)(my walk about)
Sigma 10-20
Sigma 70-300mm APO DG
Canon 50-250 IS
Canon 18-55 IS kit
Canon 18-55 kit
Canon 50mm f/1.8 MKII

Manfrotto 190CLB, 486RC2 head, Speedlight 580EX, RC-1, RS60-E3


Xerox's setup:
- 35mm A2e
- 350D (my GF's)
- 30D + BG-E2
- 5D Mark II (BG-E6 coming soon)
- 1D Mark III (my GF's)

Canon EF(-S) lenses:
- Canon EF-S 10-22mm
- Canon 16-35mm f/2.8 Mark II
- Canon 24-70mm f/2.8
- Canon 70-200mm f/2.8 IS
- Canon 35mm f/1.4

JMAK74's setup:

40D with grip
DRebel (first gen) with grip
Sigma 10-20
Sigma 18-50 f2.8
Canon 28-135 IS
Canon 50mm f1.8 (plastic fantastic per Xerox)
Canon 75-300mm (basic one)
420EX Flash
Manfrotto Monopod
Manfrotto tripod
Lowepro Slingshot 400AW
Lowepro 300AW
Lowepro 500AW
other misc. gear

MSMitch's setup:

Canon 40D (Grip coming soon)

Sigma 10-20
Tamron 17-50 2.8
Canon 50mm 1.8 (el plastico fantastico) - LOVE IT!!!
Canon 100 2.8 Macro
Canon 70-200 F4L ("interim" lens till I have $$ for the IS version)

Canon 420EZ flash

Manfrotto 055 tripod with ball head
Manfrotto mini-pocket tripod

Lowepro Slingshot 200W - carries all my stuff
Lowepro CompuRover (computer/camera)
Lowepro OffTrail 2 (one of my favorites, but limited lens carrying)
Tenba Shootout Mini (coming soon)

Cokin filters
B&W soft-image
Various other filters that I always forget to use

aznkid.com's setup:

Canon 30D Gripped
Sigma 20mm f/1.8
Canon 50mm f/1.8
Canon 100mm f/2
2x Alien Bee B800
Sigma DG Super 500 Flash

rwatt's setup:
Canon EOS 20D
Sigma EX 15-30
Sigma EX 24-70/2.8
Sigma EX 50-500

super_vixen's setup:

Canon 5D w/grip
Canon 30D
Canon 20D

Canon 16-35L USM f/2.8
Canon 24-70L USM f/2.8
Canon 70-200L IS USM f/2.8
Canon 50mm f/1.8
Sigma 50mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro
Sigma 18-125 f/3.5 (old backup I carry around)

Canon 580EX
Canon 580EX II
SP Systems 320w/s 2 light Strobe Kit (plus umbrellas/softboxes/etc)

Canon Remote Shutter Release
Canon Off-camera flash cord

20ft. backdrop stand
Handful of backdrops

Manfrotto Tripod with Heavy Duty Grip Ball Head

RX9's setup:

Body:
Canon 1DMIII
Canon 30D w/ grip

Lens:
Canon EF 28-300 IS L
Canon EF 35/1.4L
Canon EF 85/1.2L I
Canon EF 50/2.5 Macro
Canon EF 500/4 IS L
Canon EF 2XII

Tripod:
Gitzo GT2540
Wimberley Gimbal Type Tripod Head II
Gitzo GM2540 (monopod)
KangRinPoche NB-2B (ball head)

Flash:
Canon 580 EX I
Metz MZ 4/4i x2

[bhrm]

there's very few reason for upgrading bodies i find.

Legit reasons to upgrade:
#1: You broke your camera
#2: You need a second camera
#3: Sports, Action photography and really need the AF/FPS performance
#4: You need more megapixels for bigger prints.
#5: The cleaner the noise at high ISO, the closer to godliness

[KenYork]

#6 Because you want one(this is important)

I just find good glass more important, transferable to new body's and maintain their value better.

[bhrm]

Also...

do check out these folks' flickr:
very very minimal gear

http://www.flickr.com/photos/elizabethsalib/

[austinl]

Thanks for the info,

Reason for upgrade is I need more mega pixels as we want to make large prints for framing, also faster burst shooting for wildlife is needed.

[KenYork]

I print 16x24 no problem with my XT.

[Xerox]

Hey All,

I am looking to upgrade my camera to the Canon 50D, but I need some help with some lenses.

I would like to have 3-4 lenses not neccessarily buy them all at once but a few to cover the varying ranges.

Here's what I would need them for.

General shooting (car shots of course) portraits for family photos, wildlife so a zoom for sure, and scenic shots ie waterfalls lakes forests etc etc

I currently have a 50mm 1.8 by canon and have yet to decide if I buy a 50D kit or body alone.

What can you photo pros recommend?

My thoughts:

General shooting (car shots of course): Wide and telephoto. ie. 17-40 F4L, EF-S 17-55 F2.8 IS & 70-200

Portraits for family photos: Fast primes and/or telephoto. ie. 35 1.4L, 50 1.2L, 50 1.4, 70-200, or even EF-S 17-55 F2.8 IS

Wildlife: Telephoto. Really depends how serious you are. ie. 70-200 + teleconverter if you need more range or 300mm+ if you are serious.

Scenic shots: Wide. 17-40 F4L

[triplezoom]

Here is my current setup:

Canon EOS 400D / Digital Rebel XTi
Canon EF-S 18-55 f/3.5-5.6
Canon 50 f/1.8
Sigma 10-20 f/4-5.6
Giottos VT-800 Series Tripod
Kata 3N1-20 Camera Bag

Coming Soon:

Canon EF 24-70L f/2.8
Canon Speedlite 580EX II

[Xerox]

:)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3414/3512221570_9c252e2ac5_b.jpg

[silvermist99]

40D
580EXII
17-85mm f4-5.6 IS USM
70-200mm F4/L IS