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10-03-2014 | 01:44 PM
#7883
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so, got the WD 4Tb "My Cloud" external hard drive going... the setup was a bitch, and honestly? If it had just been me setting it up, I would have either returned and gotten the regular one OR just use it via USB... But luckily my wife is kind of a geek and got it working, and even for her, she was getting frustrated.
Anyways, it's actually pretty cool... You can get the free app and have access from you phone anywhere. I guess, yeah... it's the whole "cloud" thing... but 4Tb of it! The only downside is, it's not a seamless connection... when I open up my Lightroom, I have to wait a few seconds before they connect.
I'm just curious though... if suppose, I'm doing some post processing at a remote location (Starbucks etc etc...), I'm wondering if there's a way for me to save the photos to it from there. That would be waaaaaay cool if I can
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10-16-2014 | 02:48 PM
#7886
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the new iMac Retina 5K display is 5210 x 2880..... would be cool for photo editing... .
iMac With Retina 5K Display: My God, It's Full of Pixels
a full-resolution 7D photo will fit on this screen! (5184 × 3456) - you'll have to do some scrolling up/down though.
iMac With Retina 5K Display: My God, It's Full of Pixels
a full-resolution 7D photo will fit on this screen! (5184 × 3456) - you'll have to do some scrolling up/down though.
10-19-2014 | 09:31 PM
#7888
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I highly recommend this $89 deal... at least $2000 worth of workshops (including over 70+ hours of video)... it's for charity and IMO the Zack Arias OneLight 2.0 alone is worth the $89!
only about 13 hours left
https://5daydeal.com/
only about 13 hours left
https://5daydeal.com/
10-20-2014 | 10:40 PM
#7890
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damn when did 5TB drives come out? 
Amazon.com: Seagate Backup Plus 5TB Desktop External Hard Drive with Mobile Device Backup USB 3.0 (STDT5000100): Computers & Accessories
Amazon.com: Seagate Backup Plus 5TB Desktop External Hard Drive with Mobile Device Backup USB 3.0 (STDT5000100): Computers & Accessories
10-20-2014 | 10:48 PM
#7891
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damn when did 5TB drives come out?
Amazon.com: Seagate Backup Plus 5TB Desktop External Hard Drive with Mobile Device Backup USB 3.0 (STDT5000100): Computers & Accessories
Amazon.com: Seagate Backup Plus 5TB Desktop External Hard Drive with Mobile Device Backup USB 3.0 (STDT5000100): Computers & Accessories
10-24-2014 | 07:21 PM
#7893
I miss my 03 CL-S :(
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From: Washington, DC
Anyone else get this from flickr?
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Once we receive notification that you have enrolled, our curatorial team will select photos from your photostream and be in touch to see which ones you would like to approve for inclusion in the new Flickr Marketplace!
Don't hesitate to ask us any questions. We look forward to working with you!
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Once we receive notification that you have enrolled, our curatorial team will select photos from your photostream and be in touch to see which ones you would like to approve for inclusion in the new Flickr Marketplace!
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10-28-2014 | 12:20 PM
#7898
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From: NJ
Any of you guys have/use a mini tripod? I was looking at this:
B&H Photo Video Digital Cameras, Photography, Camcorders
B&H Photo Video Digital Cameras, Photography, Camcorders
10-28-2014 | 01:34 PM
#7900
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10-28-2014 | 02:31 PM
#7901
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long lens and big camera with grip, I would think with my Sony a6000, it would be just fine (yes, I know it has a high weight capacity rating but still... that's just from what I've experienced). IIRC, I was doing a 30 seconds exposure with the heavier setup
I think it's fine if you're doing "slow exposure" not necessarily "long exposure"... maybe up to 2 seconds (give or take) with a big dSLR
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10-28-2014 | 04:25 PM
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10-28-2014 | 08:15 PM
#7903
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I have that one. It's alright, not really ideal for long exposures especially if you have a heavy setup, the couple times I tried using it for that purpose, there were enough movements to see it in the image. But that's with a
long lens and big camera with grip, I would think with my Sony a6000, it would be just fine (yes, I know it has a high weight capacity rating but still... that's just from what I've experienced). IIRC, I was doing a 30 seconds exposure with the heavier setup
I think it's fine if you're doing "slow exposure" not necessarily "long exposure"... maybe up to 2 seconds (give or take) with a big dSLR
long lens and big camera with grip, I would think with my Sony a6000, it would be just fine (yes, I know it has a high weight capacity rating but still... that's just from what I've experienced). IIRC, I was doing a 30 seconds exposure with the heavier setup
I think it's fine if you're doing "slow exposure" not necessarily "long exposure"... maybe up to 2 seconds (give or take) with a big dSLR
For $90 I'm not sure i want to chance it.
10-28-2014 | 08:26 PM
#7904
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I'm asking because a friend of mine that travels a lot and bought a Manfrotto "BeFree"... still cost around $200, but it's quite compact and despite having legs with 4 sections, it's pretty good in terms of stability... (maybe just don't use the last section). Just thought I throw that in there... if I ever take that European trip, I think I may pick one up myself
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10-28-2014 | 10:09 PM
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Pretty sure he has this
Mefoto A0350Q0C Backpacker Travel Tripod Kits (Orange) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BETIT4K..._YOfuub0ZAE7H0
10-28-2014 | 11:47 PM
#7907
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I do have that one, and I rarely ever use the Manfrotto anymore. This Mefoto is so compact so I can take stowed in my backpack rather than have to lug that Manfrotto around. And it does everything I need it to - sturdy, nice mount, etc. I would recommend a dark color (not orange) tho - cuz if you need to shoot thru windows ever, the orange reflects 
10-28-2014 | 11:48 PM
#7908
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There are a good number of similar options out there - I tell everyone who asks me about tripods the same thing, go to a store and see it first-hand as opposed to reading reviews and ordering online. For something like a tripod you just have to try it out in person and get a feel for it, IMO. I first saw it at a camera store and that's where I bought it.
10-29-2014 | 06:40 AM
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just curious... what occasion would you be using a lighter tripod for? Hiking? traveling? And what's your budget?
I'm asking because a friend of mine that travels a lot and bought a Manfrotto "BeFree"... still cost around $200, but it's quite compact and despite having legs with 4 sections, it's pretty good in terms of stability... (maybe just don't use the last section). Just thought I throw that in there... if I ever take that European trip, I think I may pick one up myself
I'm asking because a friend of mine that travels a lot and bought a Manfrotto "BeFree"... still cost around $200, but it's quite compact and despite having legs with 4 sections, it's pretty good in terms of stability... (maybe just don't use the last section). Just thought I throw that in there... if I ever take that European trip, I think I may pick one up myself
I don't mind carrying a full sized tripod when I go out to shoot...yet. But I wanted a mini that can hold decent weight sturdily. (7D plus lens)
10-29-2014 | 01:34 PM
#7911
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I you want a larger but small/lighter tripod, take a look at meFoto. I purchased the second in line tripod to be used by my family members. But I will use it some when shooting my Fuji. For indoor use it might be the perfect thing for you.
10-29-2014 | 03:19 PM
#7912
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Just found "Light Science & Magic" 3rd edition half-read on my bookshelf according to the scrap of paper I was using to keep my place.
Opening this book, I recall it is a bit of a bear but a great resource on lighting things.
Opening this book, I recall it is a bit of a bear but a great resource on lighting things.
10-29-2014 | 05:34 PM
#7913
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the more I look into the MeFoto tripods, the more I'm liking it... I like the middle one, the "Road Trip" model... and it can be converted to a monopod, which is a HUGE +
too bad, there doesn't seem to be any Canadian vendors, and with shipping from the US, it would be waaaaaay more than what I'd want to spend
too bad, there doesn't seem to be any Canadian vendors, and with shipping from the US, it would be waaaaaay more than what I'd want to spend
10-29-2014 | 05:41 PM
#7914
this one might be up pttl's needs.
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10-29-2014 | 06:46 PM
#7916
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this one might be up pttl's needs.
Amazon.com : Mefoto A0320Q00K DayTrip Tripod Kit (Black) : Electronics
Amazon.com : Mefoto A0320Q00K DayTrip Tripod Kit (Black) : Electronics
10-29-2014 | 07:32 PM
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the more I look into the MeFoto tripods, the more I'm liking it... I like the middle one, the "Road Trip" model... and it can be converted to a monopod, which is a HUGE +
too bad, there doesn't seem to be any Canadian vendors, and with shipping from the US, it would be waaaaaay more than what I'd want to spend
too bad, there doesn't seem to be any Canadian vendors, and with shipping from the US, it would be waaaaaay more than what I'd want to spend
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11-14-2014 | 10:54 AM
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