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12-10-2015, 12:06 AM
#601
Originally Posted By fulloffat⏩
t6i is a great starter camera, the free stuff i mean its free… why decline it? lol that backpack is actually quite nice for trips and traveling, I own one and I like it.
Hi All. I've been into photography for a long time but I haven't really owned a good camera and thought I'd get one after Xmas. Hoping you could give me some advice on the Cannon T6i? The price is high so may go a step down. I just wanted one that would be fun. This one had WI-FI.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T3ER7QO/...FQISWMKK&psc=1
There are several that have bundles. Is the bundled stuff Amazon does just a lot of junk they throw in? I noticed some are some backpacks that don't look built for cameras, some have tripods (I already have 1 don't need).
Thanks and the pics ITT are great !
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T3ER7QO/...FQISWMKK&psc=1
There are several that have bundles. Is the bundled stuff Amazon does just a lot of junk they throw in? I noticed some are some backpacks that don't look built for cameras, some have tripods (I already have 1 don't need).
Thanks and the pics ITT are great !
personally owned a t3 for 2 years and served me well but finally moved up to a full frame and the transition was smooth, get a feel for the camera learn its ins and outs. Explore out of your comfort zone into different types of photography, push the boundaries to say it easier.
if your budget is lower probably the t5i will suit you well, worst case you can use some of the money you saved for some extra lenses if need be.
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12-10-2015, 12:13 AM
#602
Originally Posted By Vikes723⏩
great info. got to spread reps around.
t6i is a great starter camera, the free stuff i mean its free… why decline it? lol that backpack is actually quite nice for trips and traveling, I own one and I like it.
personally owned a t3 for 2 years and served me well but finally moved up to a full frame and the transition was smooth, get a feel for the camera learn its ins and outs. Explore out of your comfort zone into different types of photography, push the boundaries to say it easier.
if your budget is lower probably the t5i will suit you well, worst case you can use some of the money you saved for some extra lenses if need be.
personally owned a t3 for 2 years and served me well but finally moved up to a full frame and the transition was smooth, get a feel for the camera learn its ins and outs. Explore out of your comfort zone into different types of photography, push the boundaries to say it easier.
if your budget is lower probably the t5i will suit you well, worst case you can use some of the money you saved for some extra lenses if need be.
The bundle packs was something like this.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B011OKSKRY?psc=1
the price goes up and there are several types.
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12-10-2015, 02:59 AM
#603
T4i, T5i, T6i are all solid choices. I don't know the differences between them as far as the sensor goes (don't keep up with the Rebel line, but honestly I doubt there's much of a difference), but you'd be well off with any choice. The most important thing is the lens choice. The kit lens that comes with it is decent, highly underrated, you can definitely get some great shots with it. Once you upgrade the lens though, you'll really see the potential of using even a entry level camera body.
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12-10-2015, 04:17 AM
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Originally Posted By ShoryuBrah⏩
Well said. Entry level cameras these days are definitely capable of professional results. The limiting factor is glass.
The most important thing is the lens choice. The kit lens that comes with it is decent, highly underrated, you can definitely get some great shots with it. Once you upgrade the lens though, you'll really see the potential of using even a entry level camera body.
You can't make an 18-55 @ 55mm and f/5.6 look like a 50 or 85 1.2L or even the cheaper 1.8s. If you want that shallow DOF look in your portraits and to shoot in soft light at higher ISO, it's not going to happen with the kit lens. Of course you can still take great shots but it requires a different approach.
Aside from buying a fast prime, the best piece of gear someone with an entry level camera can add to their kit is a speedlight for off-camera lighting. Isolate the subject with light rather than DOF.
12-10-2015, 05:31 AM
#605
Love this shot. Did you use and filters to get the motion effect on the water and sky? ND?[/QUOTE
i use http://www.amazon.com/ND1000-Filter-.../dp/B00GMXD9E8 when its still very bright. I can shoot 30 sec exposures at f10. although i rarely need 10 stops of reduction.
http://www.amazon.com/Tiffen-77VND-V...ct_top?ie=UTF8
going to get that^^ so i dont have to carry around 5 filters.
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12-10-2015, 05:31 AM
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12-10-2015, 05:55 AM
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also shot this while in BK
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12-10-2015, 06:47 AM
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12-10-2015, 08:30 AM
#609
^ Wonder what the price will be.
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12-10-2015, 09:20 AM
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Originally Posted By M0tibation⏩
Probably around $900. Radio system is integrated and will support the X1 controller which costs only $40 and has an LCD. There will be a Bowens mount version. AC adapter available in March. They're also working on a system for Sony.
^ Wonder what the price will be.
The Profoto B1 is $2100. Superior build quality no doubt and the Air remote is extremely well laid out (so it should be for $400) but it puts out 100Ws less and only 220 full power flashes per charge (spare batteries cost $260). Both have a 9 stop range.
12-10-2015, 01:21 PM
#611
hey guys,
what is the best photo editing software for mac?
what is the best photo editing software for mac?
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12-10-2015, 07:33 PM
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did my first official paid shoot last weekend and was wondering what a good website to upload the pictures where the client can view and download the images without losing any quality?
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12-11-2015, 07:06 AM
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Originally Posted By xVERITAS⏩
Lightroom. For $10/month you can subscribe to it and photoshop cc, really can't beat that.
hey guys,
what is the best photo editing software for mac?
what is the best photo editing software for mac?
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12-11-2015, 05:37 PM
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Originally Posted By manuelthegreat⏩
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did my first official paid shoot last weekend and was wondering what a good website to upload the pictures where the client can view and download the images without losing any quality?
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12-11-2015, 10:23 PM
#615
Originally Posted By xVERITAS⏩
hey guys,
what is the best photo editing software for mac?
what is the best photo editing software for mac?
Originally Posted By LieutenantGains⏩
X, Capture One Pro is $15 USD/month by subscription.
Lightroom. For $10/month you can subscribe to it and photoshop cc, really can't beat that.
It supports 10 local adjustment layers with masks, has the most powerful color editing tools, and in my opinion is a superior RAW converter to Lightroom. If you want to shoot tethered then there is no contest.
Do you need Photoshop? It ultimately comes down to whether you're into producing photographs or digital art. For extensive retouching it's essential.
I've always enjoyed capturing images but never enjoyed the editing process where I'd be exporting to 16-bit TIFF and needing other software like PS for simple tasks. Now I enjoy it because aside from stitching panos I can stay in RAW.
12-12-2015, 05:31 PM
#616
Originally Posted By Dominik⏩
thanks man! i am just looking for a program that will allow me to make my photos and make them "pop". i dont need anything on a high-end professional level, just an "enthusiast" level program. will look into capture one
X, Capture One Pro is $15 USD/month by subscription.
It supports 10 local adjustment layers with masks, has the most powerful color editing tools, and in my opinion is a superior RAW converter to Lightroom. If you want to shoot tethered then there is no contest.
Do you need Photoshop? It ultimately comes down to whether you're into producing photographs or digital art. For extensive retouching it's essential.
I've always enjoyed capturing images but never enjoyed the editing process where I'd be exporting to 16-bit TIFF and needing other software like PS for simple tasks. Now I enjoy it because aside from stitching panos I can stay in RAW.
It supports 10 local adjustment layers with masks, has the most powerful color editing tools, and in my opinion is a superior RAW converter to Lightroom. If you want to shoot tethered then there is no contest.
Do you need Photoshop? It ultimately comes down to whether you're into producing photographs or digital art. For extensive retouching it's essential.
I've always enjoyed capturing images but never enjoyed the editing process where I'd be exporting to 16-bit TIFF and needing other software like PS for simple tasks. Now I enjoy it because aside from stitching panos I can stay in RAW.
also, any of you brahs know a good video editing software? as user friendly as possible because i only need a trial of it to make a video for my senior project.
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12-12-2015, 09:27 PM
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Some more, been adding a little shake reduction sharpening in PS with these which adds a nice touch.
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12-12-2015, 10:05 PM
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Originally Posted By xVERITAS⏩
Lightroom is probably your best bet. If you like slapping presets on images then there is a lot of free stuff out there for LR.
thanks man! i am just looking for a program that will allow me to make my photos and make them "pop". i dont need anything on a high-end professional level,
just an "enthusiast" level program.
will look into capture one
also, any of you brahs know a good video editing software? as user friendly as possible because i only need a trial of it to make a video for my senior project.
also, any of you brahs know a good video editing software? as user friendly as possible because i only need a trial of it to make a video for my senior project.
I figured I'd mention one of the alternatives because it's what I prefer using myself and because I do not like Adobe or its business model.
One of my favorite things about Capture One Pro is the ability to completely customize the workspace. Here's mine.
12-13-2015, 12:19 AM
#619
Purchased a sony a6000 with this kit lens in October.
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Mirrorles...ds=a+6000+sony
just recently purchased this lens
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-55mm-Sonn...arl+zeiss+lens
did I dun goof or is this a quality purchase that will last me a while?
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Mirrorles...ds=a+6000+sony
just recently purchased this lens
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-55mm-Sonn...arl+zeiss+lens
did I dun goof or is this a quality purchase that will last me a while?
12-13-2015, 12:39 AM
#620
Originally Posted By Icyhots⏩
It's a quality purchase that will last you a while.
Purchased a sony a6000 with this kit lens in October.
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Mirrorles...ds=a+6000+sony
just recently purchased this lens
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-55mm-Sonn...arl+zeiss+lens
did I dun goof or is this a quality purchase that will last me a while?
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Mirrorles...ds=a+6000+sony
just recently purchased this lens
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-55mm-Sonn...arl+zeiss+lens
did I dun goof or is this a quality purchase that will last me a while?
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12-13-2015, 12:56 AM
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awesome thats what I was really hoping for, thanks.
12-13-2015, 07:54 AM
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Thoughts on the post processing?
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12-13-2015, 08:07 AM
#623
Originally Posted By Final_Rep⏩
Highlight on the distant peak is distracting but it's still beautiful.
Thoughts on the post processing?
I know you do a lot of HDR/exposure blending but how are you usually metering a scene?
12-14-2015, 02:40 AM
#624
Really getting the feeling that I'm starting to really come into my own. Here's a couple from this weekend.
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In the states, how much $$$ do you think I could charge consistently delivering these kind of results?
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12-14-2015, 05:45 AM
#625
Originally Posted By NinjaKix⏩
loving the ******t / flash balance brah!
Really getting the feeling that I'm starting to really come into my own. Here's a couple from this weekend.
In the states, how much $$$ do you think I could charge consistently delivering these kind of results?
In the states, how much $$$ do you think I could charge consistently delivering these kind of results?
any tips for us lowly peasents?
12-14-2015, 08:26 AM
#626
Originally Posted By Dominik⏩
These days I'm in full manual.
Highlight on the distant peak is distracting but it's still beautiful.
I know you do a lot of HDR/exposure blending but how are you usually metering a scene?
I know you do a lot of HDR/exposure blending but how are you usually metering a scene?
That peak though, was several EV above everything else. Freaking snow
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12-14-2015, 09:37 AM
#627
Originally Posted By Final_Rep⏩
Are you using matrix metering? It's fine in a lot of situations but it's still easily fooled. In this case it probably did the right thing and gave you an exposure for 95% of the scene but it's that 5% that gets clipped that will bother you later.
These days I'm in full manual.
The D810 has a "highlight-weighted" metering mode which would give priority to what is clipping but since nothing is moving you can just as easily use spot metering to achieve the same result.
Here's how to use it. Spot meter the brightest area of the frame like that peak, ideally using a longer lens to make the spot more precise. Now open up a couple of stops from there for your final exposure since it's always going to expose whatever you point it at as middle gray, which of course it isn't — it's a highlight. You could even push that to 3 stops if you need as much shadow detail as possible.
12-14-2015, 01:02 PM
#628
Originally Posted By macd007⏩
The biggest thing is always metering everything. It's easy to get lazy and say "Close Enough" but if you dont have the right balance, it's hard as hell to bring it back in a natural way. I underexpose the background by anywhere between 1-2 stops depending on the scene or mood I'm going for and meter flash at perfect exposure.
loving the ******t / flash balance brah!
any tips for us lowly peasents?
any tips for us lowly peasents?
I really felt like I turned the corner once I decided to keep it simple. I used to roll out w/ 2 Einsteins and a Speedlight for rimlight, but that **** is so unnecessary and just leads to overthinking EVERYTHING. Just one light in a complimentary position to the sun and a reflector is all you need.
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12-14-2015, 08:11 PM
#629
Shot from a recent series i did recreating paintings and using 1 light. Hope you all like.
12-14-2015, 11:29 PM
#630
Originally Posted By NinjaKix⏩
ok thanks NinjaKix, do you use matrix metering for the background? then -1 / -2 ev (i normally just use -1ev)
The biggest thing is always metering everything. It's easy to get lazy and say "Close Enough" but if you dont have the right balance, it's hard as hell to bring it back in a natural way. I underexpose the background by anywhere between 1-2 stops depending on the scene or mood I'm going for and meter flash at perfect exposure.
I really felt like I turned the corner once I decided to keep it simple. I used to roll out w/ 2 Einsteins and a Speedlight for rimlight, but that **** is so unnecessary and just leads to overthinking EVERYTHING. Just one light in a complimentary position to the sun and a reflector is all you need.
I really felt like I turned the corner once I decided to keep it simple. I used to roll out w/ 2 Einsteins and a Speedlight for rimlight, but that **** is so unnecessary and just leads to overthinking EVERYTHING. Just one light in a complimentary position to the sun and a reflector is all you need.
ive been using a Godox es600 for outside stuff, but having to use a variable ND filter to stay under the 1/200 shutter sync rules out using the meter for the strobe.
this leaves me metering the strobe power by whats on the tiny screen & the histogram (not ideal)
do you use high speed sync for overpowering the sun?
anyway thanks again heres a couple examples of my latest work.. i am pretty happy with:
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