CRSX Random Photos and Chat 35 - Put that new gear to WORK!!!

[pandjpudge]

Originally Posted by STINKY_DC5

Really like your pics, thinking about getting the 100mm 2.8 macro non IS ( is this the one you use?) if so how do you like it? Thanks.

I'm using a Tokina 100mm on Nikon. At the time it was all I could afford. It's a pretty beast little macro lens and has been a work horse for me lately.

Originally Posted by stephDC5

hey, thanks for the reply. that's exactly why i posted here first before pulling the trigger.. i guess i'll wait to see what happens. i was also looking at other entry level dslrs like the sony nex-5n, canon rebel t3i... you have any input on those?

No problem . I just know the Nikon line up more than the rest (Team Nikon FTW). The NEX is something I see as a compromise when you want the control of a dslr but don't want the bulk. It was something I was looking at for that reason but ended up taking a pass on it. The camera + viewfinder is like a $1000 and for that money I would much rather have the fuji x100. Sure it's a fixed lens and focal length but it's perfect for walking around and doing non serious stuff imo.

Have you checked Dpreview comparsions?

http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/cameras

[kawi_200]

Originally Posted by STINKY_DC5

Really like your pics, thinking about getting the 100mm 2.8 macro non IS ( is this the one you use?) if so how do you like it? Thanks.

The two Canon 100mm macro lenses compare very well. They are more alike than they are not. You get nearly identical image quality, only thing is IS and weather sealing. The L has very very slightly better color/contrast. See my example pic

[kawi_200]

Went on a cruise with the local Ruckus crew today. Ended at the beach. Lovin this custom green paint job.

[l98vette85]

Originally Posted by ARTIFACTS

You know what they say about HDR photos, just say NO! lol

it really depends on how you do it. i see really good hdr work here and there. i would really say "no" to over processing because imo it degrades the photo trying to make it look like it's not.

[Pugz]

Originally Posted by ARTIFACTS

You know what they say about HDR photos, just say NO! lol

That is debatable lol. I love HDR, love my HDRs...hell I have sold plenty of them so people don't say no

But that is what makes photography great...we all have different styles and it keeps it fresh!

[marinse]

Dropped the rental price by $70! Boosted!
Although I'm still spending a little extra for a battery grip and extra battery for the D7000 I'm renting for the week

I was going to rent the D800 but the thing isn't available for rental yet

Originally Posted by Pugz

That is debatable lol. I love HDR, love my HDRs...hell I have sold plenty of them so people don't say no

But that is what makes photography great...we all have different styles and it keeps it fresh!

[kawi_200]

^ When do you need the rental by? D800 expected back by Tuesday the 24th

http://www.lensrentals.com/rent/niko...ras/nikon-d800

[ourbloodykisses]

Untitled by OBK!, on Flickr

didnt sharpen it

[K1NG]

Originally Posted by pandjpudge

No problem . I just know the Nikon line up more than the rest (Team Nikon FTW). The NEX is something I see as a compromise when you want the control of a dslr but don't want the bulk. It was something I was looking at for that reason but ended up taking a pass on it. The camera + viewfinder is like a $1000 and for that money I would much rather have the fuji x100. Sure it's a fixed lens and focal length but it's perfect for walking around and doing non serious stuff imo.

Have you checked Dpreview comparsions?

http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/cameras

yeah that's what i was thinking about for the nex.. too much $$$ the viewfinder is way too expensive. i guess ill just wait a few months for any updates on the d3100. in the mean time i guess i can read some more tutorials and watch some more youtube vids lol. thanks for the link btw

[pandjpudge]

Originally Posted by ourbloodykisses

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7068/7...d2ce5303_b.jpg
Untitled by OBK!, on Flickr



didnt sharpen it

I dig it

Originally Posted by stephDC5

yeah that's what i was thinking about for the nex.. too much $$$ the viewfinder is way too expensive. i guess ill just wait a few months for any updates on the d3100. in the mean time i guess i can read some more tutorials and watch some more youtube vids lol. thanks for the link btw

Not a problem! There's a nikon announcement in the next couple days, they might talk about the d3200.

[White_02]

[marinse]

Originally Posted by kawi_200

^ When do you need the rental by? D800 expected back by Tuesday the 24th

http://www.lensrentals.com/rent/niko...ras/nikon-d800

Thanks for the heads up, but I'm just gonna go with the d7000 this time. Ill rent it out for my next wedding in June

[STINKY_DC5]

Originally Posted by pandjpudge

I'm using a Tokina 100mm on Nikon. At the time it was all I could afford. It's a pretty beast little macro lens and has been a work horse for me lately.

Thanks, I'll look into that one too along with the Canon 100mm f/2.8 non IS. This is the same lens used for your "EYE BALL" shots?

Originally Posted by kawi_200

The two Canon 100mm macro lenses compare very well. They are more alike than they are not. You get nearly identical image quality, only thing is IS and weather sealing. The L has very very slightly better color/contrast. See my example pic


http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...Comparison.jpg

They look the same! I will definitely consider that lens. How close can I get to a "BUG" per say? thank you for the input.

[Lucid484]

8 year old photo of my daugther I dug up.

[LOLdc5]

what about this? shot with a 16mm lens.

[In_Like_Flynn]

Originally Posted by ARTIFACTS

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7112/6...0fea3ff3_b.jpg

how do you set your camera to get pics like this? i've tried several times but the picture never turns out that well.

[STINKY_DC5]

Took these today at Red Rock in LV, NV. What do you guys think?

[kawi_200]

Originally Posted by STINKY_DC5

Thanks, I'll look into that one too along with the Canon 100mm f/2.8 non IS. This is the same lens used for your "EYE BALL" shots?


They look the same! I will definitely consider that lens. How close can I get to a "BUG" per say? thank you for the input.

MFD is something like 12 inches. Usually I will take the lens hood off if I'm working at that distance because it blocks so much light. This was basically MFD with the non L/IS lens. Just don't rush in to the bugs' face and scare it away. Move slowly like you would any wildlife. Let it feel calm and unthreatend.

Originally Posted by STINKY_DC5

Took these today at Red Rock in LV, NV. What do you guys think?
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7134/6...4a97547f_z.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7254/7...19082598_c.jpg

Awesome view in the second one!!

[STINKY_DC5]

Originally Posted by kawi_200

MFD is something like 12 incehs. Usually I will take the lens hood off if I'm working at that distance because it blocks so much light. This was basically MFD with the non L/IS lens. Just don't rush in to the bugs' face and scare it away. Move slowly like you would any wildlife. Let it feel calm and unthreatend.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/h...o/_MG_2931.jpg



Awesome view in the second one!!

MFD? Thanks I did a Pano with three pics and adjusted the lighting a little. I used my Sigma 10-20mm

[itsBryan]

Originally Posted by In_Like_Flynn

how do you set your camera to get pics like this? i've tried several times but the picture never turns out that well.

practice and some more practice

[kawi_200]

Originally Posted by STINKY_DC5

MFD? Thanks I did a Pano with three pics and adjusted the lighting a little. I used my Sigma 10-20mm

Minimum Focus Distance. Closest distance the camera/lens combo can focus on an object.


Rolling shot from today. Manfrotto Magic Arm mounted under my Ruckus with the 5D2 and 17-40L hanging just off the side.




Quick video riding to my friend's house.

http://youtu.be/UcRXexS635A

[ARTIFACTS]

Originally Posted by In_Like_Flynn

how do you set your camera to get pics like this? i've tried several times but the picture never turns out that well.

I usually set it to AWESOME, and boom! magic

And when it comes to HDR photos, this is the most "hdr" that my photos tend to look..maybe im doin it wrong =P


East 34th street... by dj murdok photos, on Flickr


In the right light, at the right time, everything is extraordinary. by dj murdok photos, on Flickr

[pandjpudge]

Originally Posted by STINKY_DC5

Thanks, I'll look into that one too along with the Canon 100mm f/2.8 non IS. This is the same lens used for your "EYE BALL" shots?


They look the same! I will definitely consider that lens. How close can I get to a "BUG" per say? thank you for the input.

Yeah my eyeball were taken with the Tokina . I would just save up for the canon version since the price isn't that far apart. Nikon doesn't have an affordable 100mm macro so I had to go 3rd party.

[marinse]

Originally Posted by ARTIFACTS

I usually set it to AWESOME, and boom! magic

And when it comes to HDR photos, this is the most "hdr" that my photos tend to look..maybe im doin it wrong =P

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7068/6...6e5f088c_b.jpg
East 34th street... by dj murdok photos, on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7200/6...ff0d8eb3_b.jpg
In the right light, at the right time, everything is extraordinary. by dj murdok photos, on Flickr

You're still going through NYC photos?

[l98vette85]

Originally Posted by In_Like_Flynn

how do you set your camera to get pics like this? i've tried several times but the picture never turns out that well.

its the post processing

lightroom and photoshop