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Thursday, 6 November 2008
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| "Me Here" another stupid poster Frank Arthur 00:09:53 |
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"Frank Arthur" <Art@Arthurian.com> wrote in message news:ZVmQk.61962$rD2.24075@bignews4.bellsouth.net... "Darrell A. Larose" <ad607@ncfX.caX> wrote in message news:gesr8d$egt$1@theodyn.ncf.ca... "Frank Arthur" <Art@Arthurian.com> wrote in message news  gkQk.58153$bx1.42929@bignews1.bellsouth.net...I block the posts of the selfish parasites that post politics in Are you blocking your posts too, as they are also political, and No. I will only block your stupid post. So Frank block everyone, as your post is off-topic, Mr. Larose did put OT in his header. How is your post related to rec.photo.* Anyhow, here is your award;
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Wednesday, 5 November 2008
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| Frank Arthur, new Sherriff Me Here 23:57:30 |
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"Frank Arthur" <Art@Arthurian.com> wrote in message
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his header. How is your post related to rec.photo.*
Anyhow, here is your award;
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| Re: My Firsty Digital SLR - Sony/Nikon? -to Jeff A. Alan Browne 23:20:58 |
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On Wed, 5 Nov 2008 06:12:50 +0000, Jeff Anderon wrote (in article <6ncrqtFkfntuU1@mid.individual.net>): On Thu, 30 Oct 2008 19:05:47 -0400, Alan Browne <alan.browne@Freelunchvideotron.ca> wrote: I am considering the Nikon D60 or the Sony A200. I think the Nikon D40 is out as it is only 6.1 mp. I make prints to 8x12" from 6.1 Mpix that are great. I've made a few at 10x15" that are more than acceptable. My D70 has produced more than a few excellent 12x18 prints. Unless you mean centimeters, I'd be skeptical of that and of course 'excellent' is subjective, isn't it? I am curious Alan. The D70 is similar in resolution 6.17 (true resolution, not marketing jargon) to the Fuji S3/S5 Pro. I have seen many prints of that size from those Fujis. Why are you so skeptical?
Can't see your post for some reason so replying here.
See my reply to Eric Stevens as well.
There is nothing quite as subjective as looking at print for acceptable
sharpness. Assuming that a reasonably good lens and technique were used,
a tripod, the right shutter speed, good exposure, etc., very good prints
up to 12x8" are a walk in the park with 6 mpix when looking at an image
at a "normal" distance of 15" or so (normal for that size print).
But I find fine detail does not hold up for larger prints than that (and
I've done a lot of prints at 8x10 lately and a few larger, all from the
same Sony 6.1 Mpix sensor.
In particular, a photo of my SO that I shot recently in a meadow. Even
at 10x8", fine, in-focus detail in the meadow was not holding up in the
print (viewed reasonably). If there are features in the image that do
not demand fine detail, then that shortcoming won't show in the print.
On other images, printed larger (16") even less fine detail was breaking
down.
This is why over the several posts here I have been using the "s" word.
Subjective.
I could also add that a print (16" x 12") made from a 35mm negative
scanned at 4000 dpi (about 3780 x 5670 px) printed with much better
detail albeit with more noise ... which for the subject was not at all
unpleasing... and another recent print at 18x12" from a slide film scan
was tack sharp and clean (120 film).
Subjective.
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| I block the posts of the selfish parasites that post politics in this newsgroup. Frank Arthur 23:00:23 |
| | I block the posts of the selfish parasites that post politics in this
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| OT: Re: I block the posts of the selfish parasites that post politics in this newsgroup. Darrell A. Larose 22:13:10 |
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I block the posts of the selfish parasites that post politics in this newsgroup. Are you blocking your posts too, as they are also political, and off-topic!
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| D200 firmware upgrade to cure issue with battery status Guest 21:44:55 |
| | After upgrading my D300's firmware, I decided to check to see if the
auto-iso settings update had been released for the D200 as well. No
such luck. However, I did find a small update was released back in
Sept, 2008.
Modifications enabled with upgrade of A and B firmware to 2.01
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An issue that, in some rare circumstances, caused the battery
indicator to blink, regardless of actual battery charge, has been
resolved.
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| Re: Not much activity in this group. Paul Heslop 20:28:07 |
| | GerryFranz wrote:
Hmmm...
it's putting too narrow a band on stuff, I prefer rec.photo.digital
though obviously as it's busier it attracts more spam etc.
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| Re: makign a positive BW copy of a 35mm colour negative Nicholas O. Lindan 19:52:15 |
| | "Peter Irwin" <pirwin@ktb.net> wrote
RobertL <robertmlaws@yahoo.com> wrote: 35mm B/W slides from images on 35mm colour negative film. You will get very low contrast. You will have some hope of a correct result if you shoot on a microfilm negative film.
Make sure the microfilm is panchromatic.
You might try one of the TechPan wanna-be's: Gigabit, Bluefire,
etc.
A microfilm would be a good choice as it is designed
for projection and has a clear base and zero fog level.
Kodak used to sell a film for getting color slides from
color negatives but I am sure it is discontinued. There
maybe something in the Motion Picture division, but you
usually have to buy a 1000ft roll.
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Nicholas O. Lindan, Cleveland, Ohio
Darkroom Automation: F-Stop Timers, Enlarging Meters
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| Re: New Canon 50D hits wall, becomes non-essential Paul 13:48:49 |
| | "RichA" <rander3127@gmail.com> wrote in message
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Yup, not a particularly favorable review of the 50D and pretty much backing
up what most people thought anyway.
Hopefully there is some truth in the 1Di rumor, although I would imagine
that the rumor was written by someone who knows what a lot of people want
and thought he would have a bit of fun. Maybe he should apply for a job in
the Canon product planning department.
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| Check out the last comparison shot Charles 12:50:53 |
| | http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1019&message=29912522
That is a difference that almost blind folks can see.
I cannot verify the validity of this, but it is interesting.
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| Yankee Fans Love The D3!! Rita Berkowitz 05:58:07 |
| | Even though it's not the season, Yankee fans still show their admiration.
<http://ritaberk.myhosting247.com/Yankee_fan.htm>
Rita
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| Canon 50D Auto ISO Question Paul 05:55:05 |
| | Anyone know if the Canon 50D has programmable auto ISO like the Nikon
system?
For example, you can program the lowest shutter speed you want to use and it
will automatically increase the ISO if it needs a slower shutter speed than
that for correct exposure? For example, if you are shooting at ISO 100 in
AV and pre set the lowest shutter speed to 1/30, if it needs 1/15 it will
automatically bump it up to ISO 200 and use 1/30 instead?
Also, can you set the maximum ISO it will automatically choose? For
example, if you don't want it to automatically go above ISO 800, you can set
it to stop at this ISO?
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| Can anyone recommend a good Wireless Remote Trigger for a Nikon D3? Steve 05:33:40 |
| | Hi all,
I've been looking at purchasing a Nikon ML-3 Modulite Remote Control
Set for my D3, but it's a little pricey and I have read some mixed
reviews. Does anyone have any experience with this device that they
would be willing to offer an opinion or can anyone suggest a good
alternative?
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| Re: Bowser B wser 00:34:26 |
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"tony cooper" <tony_cooper213@earthlink.net> wrote in message
newsivtg49apfa5ttanueis4anohbsu8u2led@4ax.com...
The "Rulz" page hasn't been updated still open. Is the address still the same to send in entries for the "Light" mandate?
Yes, the gmail address is still the same. I know I have not updated the rulz
page, but will do so either tonight or tomorow night. Just haven't had time.
It's mostly HTML, and I'm not.
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Tuesday, 4 November 2008
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| Re: Seagull 4A where to get fixed? Peter Chant 21:25:43 |
| | James Salisbury <nntp.dsl.pipex.com> wrote:
Hi, My Seagull 4A appears to have a jammed shutter, no click when the button is pressed. Could someone recommend a camera repair place in the UK? Alternatively what can I replace it with?
No idea on repair. Replacement, I've got a Mamiya C330f which I am very
happy with, but for a non "system" camera how about a Yashicamat? Not used
one myself, but it would seem like the obvious answer.
Perhaps a C220?
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| Re: Picture files for comparing cameras. NOW: Hands-on comparisons Alan Justice 21:23:24 |
| | "John McWilliams" <jpmcw@comcast.net> wrote in message
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Alan Justice wrote: Renting is a good idea. But as a Canon Professional Services member, I
borrow for free, but prolly not all 4 that I'm interested in. (I'll
That's why I want to start narrowing it down. I did check out
but I did not see the type of comparisons I was looking for. And I need to do it soon, as they are changing the program to start
Are you going to say what your needs/desires are at all? -- john mcwilliams
Sure, sorry. I shouldn't ignore an offer to help with a different
perspective.
Basically I shoot everything in nature
(http://home.earthlink.net/~wildlifepaparazzi/). I do it full time, and
sell to magazines and sell prints (4000 dpi Nikon scans of 35 mm slides,
print on Epson 2200) at fairs and through galleries on the North Coast of
California. I can only print up to 13x19, but will probably go to a larger
format printer at some point. I use 2 Cannon 1V's, 1 with faster film and a
motor drive for wildlife, the other with slower film for scenics (all
Fujichrome). I use L series lenses from 17 to 600 mm (plus teleconverters).
I have studied the specs for the 4 cameras I'm considering (Canon 1DsM3,
1DM3, 5DM2, 50D). I think all I really have to do is fondle them a while
and put them through their paces. Unfortunately, no one camera will fully
replace my 1V.
I need a high frame rate for moving wildlife in order to catch the best
action frame. Only the 1DM3 and the 50D are comparable to the 1V (6-10
fps). I do like the "magnification factor" of those 2 cameras for getting
close to wildlife (1.3x and 1.6x), but I have to see how the noise in those
smaller sensors affects image quality. Their problem is that I also shoot
scenics, and do a lot with my 17-35 mm lens. Only the 1DsM3 and the 5DM2
have the full-frame sensors that will allow me to get the 17 mm shots. I'd
hate to have to regress to getting only 22 or 27 mm equivalent shots. The
1DM3 and the 50D could thus be wildlife cameras for me, while the others
would be for scenics.
Another need is fast autofocus for tracking birds in flight. I gather both
wildlife cameras would be faster than my 1V, the fastest being the 1DM3.
That is a major selling point for me.
Right now I'm leaning toward the 1DM3, but maybe the 50D will do, although I
gather the body is not as rugged, and I abuse my equipment. I would
continue to use my 1V for the wide angle stuff. If the stock market ever
returns, then I could consider another digital for scenics.
I will receive a 50D in 2 weeks to use for 2 weeks. Then I will borrow a
1DM3. And then we'll see.
I plan to take identical pictures with the digitals and 1V. I'll then
compare prints at 13x19 and larger (just a crop of the full size will
suffice for evaluating sharpness). I don't know of any objective way to
compare fast autofocus: I'll just have to go where the birds are flying and
get a feel for it. Any suggestions for ways to compare would be welcome.
Alan Justice
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| 50D review demonstrates Charles 21:06:41 |
| | On dpreview.com that they are not Canon puppets and that the MP race is
over.
Laughing ... it will never be over ... but it should be.
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| How to update preview jpeg inside raw? Sachin Garg 18:16:59 |
| | I have a bunch of raw images from different cameras and would like to update
the embedded jpeg previews in them to be same as my processed version. Which
software can I use to update the embedded jpeg previews?
A quick google didn't show up anything that could do this.
Sachin Garg [India]
www.sachingarg.com | www.rawzor.com
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| Re: half black pictures Ray Fischer 08:14:14 |
| | msvadi <Vadim.Marmer@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi all, I have an old digital rebel slr.
As do I.
It worked fine until today, but now each picture comes out half-black (the bottom part). It appears that the smaller mirror (autofocus part?) is hanging down blocking the censor. I wonder how expensive the repair would be and if it's worth repairing.
Several hundred and probably not. Cameras really have advanced quite
a bit over the past several years. That camera does take nice pictures
with decent resolution and low noise, but a new Canon Rebel XSi could be
had for under $600 (without a lens) and you can use the lens you already
have.
Look here for reveiews: www.dpreview.com
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Ray Fischer
rfischer@sonic.net
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| the vultures will get the leftovers Wolfgang Schmittenhammer 06:09:44 |
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George Kerby wrote: On 11/3/08 6:57 PM, in article geo6m9$p2d$1@registered.motzarella.org, "Charles" <charlesschuler@comcast.net> wrote: "Rita Berkowitz" <ritaberk2008@aol.com> wrote in message news Jednb6qIYLTEJLUnZ2dnUVZ_vWdnZ2d@supernews.com... And the multitudes of D3s were there to capture the moment! WTF it has to do with the title of your post escapes me. He is from another world...
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