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03-23-2016 | 07:25 PM
#8404
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The tethered feature is supposedly amazingly fast compared to LR.
03-23-2016 | 08:15 PM
#8405
I shoot people
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what's got me intrigued is their "Keystone" feature... it's a better way of correcting perspectives especially with architectural stuff. I just don't know if it's worth paying just for that capability
03-24-2016 | 01:42 PM
#8406
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Nik Collection by Google is FREE!
from the comments looks like some people having issues downloading... but if this is true... it's worth getting (and it's free!). I use the Color EFex Pro and Silver EFex Pro a LOT
https://plus.google.com/+NikCollecti...ts/AFGsG2Di7EK
https://plus.google.com/+NikCollecti...ts/AFGsG2Di7EK
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03-24-2016 | 07:09 PM
#8409
Needs more Lemon Pledge
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03-24-2016 | 07:17 PM
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04-20-2016 | 04:18 AM
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05-05-2016 | 04:36 PM
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https://acurazine.com/forums/cameras.../#post15744363
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06-02-2016 | 09:59 PM
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Here is one from our backyard...
Johnson-4016 by Jacob J, on Flickr
This is his Flickr page....
https://www.flickr.com/photos/shutterbug3500/
Johnson-4016 by Jacob J, on FlickrThis is his Flickr page....
https://www.flickr.com/photos/shutterbug3500/
06-16-2016 | 06:11 PM
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so, it's time to get a new computer... In the past, I was always a PC guy... but about 3 years ago, my old Gateway laptop (a tablet actually) started dying.... and around the same time, my wife bought herself an iMac, so she offered me her 13" 2010 MacBook Pro.... At time time, I was a bit hesitant to switch since I had no experience with Macs before, but I took it because at the time I was thinking "money saved NOT buying a new computer is more money for camera gear" 
But now, I've gotten used to it... so, I'm going to stay with Macs...
Initially, I was going to just get another 13" MBP, but then I got to thinking
since I don't get new computers often (like I do with cameras), I might as well go with a 15" MBP instead... But here's my question... Is it worth getting the higher end model of the 2 15" MBP? Or will it be redundant for "my" needs? I AM starting to use Photoshop more, but even there, I'm not doing crazy multiple layers.... but then again, I "could" in the future as I explore more into different Photoshop techniques.
Can anyone chime in?
Oh, and as much as I'd like to wait until the next MBP's announcement, I don't know if I can wait that long.
here are the specs for the MBPs
MacBook Pro with Retina display ? Tech Specs - Apple (CA)
But now, I've gotten used to it... so, I'm going to stay with Macs...Initially, I was going to just get another 13" MBP, but then I got to thinking
since I don't get new computers often (like I do with cameras), I might as well go with a 15" MBP instead... But here's my question... Is it worth getting the higher end model of the 2 15" MBP? Or will it be redundant for "my" needs? I AM starting to use Photoshop more, but even there, I'm not doing crazy multiple layers.... but then again, I "could" in the future as I explore more into different Photoshop techniques.Can anyone chime in?
Oh, and as much as I'd like to wait until the next MBP's announcement, I don't know if I can wait that long.
here are the specs for the MBPs
MacBook Pro with Retina display ? Tech Specs - Apple (CA)
06-16-2016 | 06:21 PM
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I've been kicking the original rMBP as my main computer for last year in half. I use a Thuderbolt monitor. Since I put my W7 PC to rest. It's fully spec'd. And still running great, I just put El Capt on it today. It has i7 chip and 16gb RAM.
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06-22-2016 | 10:30 AM
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Mirrorless Medium Format is Here: Hasselblad Unveils the X1D
this is pretty sweet!!!
Mirrorless Medium Format is Here: Hasselblad Unveils the X1D
Jun 22, 2016
45 Comments
After several tantalizing teasers and one very serious leak yesterday, the Hasselblad X1D, the world’s first compact mirrorless medium format camera, has officially arrived. Behold the promised “game changer.”At just half the weight of a conventional Medium Format camera, the X1D still manages to pack 50MP of resolution into a camera that can fit in the palm of your hand. Hasselblad CEO Perry Oosting captures the excitement around this groundbreaking camera well when he says:The X1D marks a pivotal point in Hasselblad’s rich 75-year history. This camera makes medium format photography available to a new generation of Hasselblad users, while pushing the existing limits of photography to new heights
But enough with the hype, let’s get into the specs.The weather and dust sealed X1D sports a 50MP CMOS medium format sensor that promises 14 stops of dynamic range and an ISO range of 100 to 25600.As you might have already guessed, the X1D uses a new line of lenses, dubbed XCD, with an integral central shutter. Shutter speeds range from 60 minutes to 1/2000th of a second and the system offers full flash sync all the way to that 1/2000th mark. At launch you have a 45mm f/3.5 and a 90mm f/4.5 lens to choose from, but all 12 H System lenses can be used with an adapter.The camera also boasts a Nikon-compatible hot shoe, 3-inch 920K-dot touchscreen LCD, a 2.36M-dot XGA electronic viewfinder, integrated Dual SD slots, GPS, Wi-Fi, 1080/30p HD video capability, a USB 3.0 Type-C connector, and a Mini HDMI port. Here’a a closer look at the Hasselblad X1D from all angles:
Hasselblad is keen on making this the “everyman” medium format camera, opening up the market to a whole new segment of shooters. To that end, they’ve priced the X1D at $8,995 USD by itself, $11,290 in a kit with the 45mm f/3.5 lens, or $13,985 with both the 45mm f/3.5 and the 90mm f/4.5 lens. Separately, the 45mm and 90mm lenses will cost $2,295 and $2,695, respectively; and more lenses will be along “shortly,” including a 30mm around Photokina time. 
Demos begin in July with shipments to users begin in August.To learn more about this groundbreaking camera or find a dealer, head over to the Hasselblad website. The livestream we kept embedding finished about an hour ago, but you can watch a recording of the full presentation for yourself below:
this is pretty sweet!!!
Mirrorless Medium Format is Here: Hasselblad Unveils the X1D
Jun 22, 2016
45 Comments
After several tantalizing teasers and one very serious leak yesterday, the Hasselblad X1D, the world’s first compact mirrorless medium format camera, has officially arrived. Behold the promised “game changer.”At just half the weight of a conventional Medium Format camera, the X1D still manages to pack 50MP of resolution into a camera that can fit in the palm of your hand. Hasselblad CEO Perry Oosting captures the excitement around this groundbreaking camera well when he says:The X1D marks a pivotal point in Hasselblad’s rich 75-year history. This camera makes medium format photography available to a new generation of Hasselblad users, while pushing the existing limits of photography to new heights
But enough with the hype, let’s get into the specs.The weather and dust sealed X1D sports a 50MP CMOS medium format sensor that promises 14 stops of dynamic range and an ISO range of 100 to 25600.As you might have already guessed, the X1D uses a new line of lenses, dubbed XCD, with an integral central shutter. Shutter speeds range from 60 minutes to 1/2000th of a second and the system offers full flash sync all the way to that 1/2000th mark. At launch you have a 45mm f/3.5 and a 90mm f/4.5 lens to choose from, but all 12 H System lenses can be used with an adapter.The camera also boasts a Nikon-compatible hot shoe, 3-inch 920K-dot touchscreen LCD, a 2.36M-dot XGA electronic viewfinder, integrated Dual SD slots, GPS, Wi-Fi, 1080/30p HD video capability, a USB 3.0 Type-C connector, and a Mini HDMI port. Here’a a closer look at the Hasselblad X1D from all angles:
Hasselblad is keen on making this the “everyman” medium format camera, opening up the market to a whole new segment of shooters. To that end, they’ve priced the X1D at $8,995 USD by itself, $11,290 in a kit with the 45mm f/3.5 lens, or $13,985 with both the 45mm f/3.5 and the 90mm f/4.5 lens. Separately, the 45mm and 90mm lenses will cost $2,295 and $2,695, respectively; and more lenses will be along “shortly,” including a 30mm around Photokina time. Demos begin in July with shipments to users begin in August.To learn more about this groundbreaking camera or find a dealer, head over to the Hasselblad website. The livestream we kept embedding finished about an hour ago, but you can watch a recording of the full presentation for yourself below:
