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  1. <p>I'm not sure what you like to photograph, but I also would recommend the 75mm 1.8, especially if you like to photograph people. </p>
  2. <p>I bought a 13in MBP last year. It works fine with my Nikon D800 files. I didn't bother calibrating the lap top monitor, but use an NEC 27 inch with Spectraview for accurate color work. I've been using Macs since 82. I'm glad my laptop has a SD card reader. </p>
  3. <p>I still have two medium format systems (Bronica SQa and Horseman VHR). I haven't sold them yet because they fetch so little on the used market... <br> David, I have followed your posts for a number of years. I was always curious if you still had your Bronica? But you answered that. I do miss the square and have only made one square print since using digital. But being spoiled by a high dynamic range digital camera makes it harding to ever think about using Velvia again. <br> PS. I'm writing from Yosemite and it's snowing!!! </p>
  4. <p>I used to use super topper (Horseman) 180 on a Horseman VHR. My only complaint was that it is a bit dim and hard to focus. Other than that, I made some fine photographs using this lens. I still have my entire horseman set-up, but have gone completely digital. </p>
  5. <p>I would make my decision based on what lenses you want to use. I personally like having a full frame Nikon system and a compact Olympus 4/3 system. The only factor limiting quality of images in this case would be due to the photographer. </p>
  6. <blockquote> <p>EVERY camera should be able to connect to our phones via Bluetooth. To get constant GPS data so photos can be geotagged when taken, allow easier uploads/downloads, control, liveview, etc.<br /><br> No they shouldn't. I don't want all of my landscape photos geotagged because I don't want hoards of people to wreck my favorite spots. All the other apps you mention do not help one make better photographs. I'm just being devil's advocate so don't take me too seriously. </p> </blockquote>
  7. <p>Lars,<br> Last summer I backpacked through Yosemite's wilderness for 54 days. I carried a Nikon D800 and Olympus EPL5. The EPL 5 I used with either the 17 1.8 or 45 1.8 lenses. Here are some examples. Next time I go on any epic adventure, I will only take the olympus! <br> http://www.yosemitecollection.com/bishop_marcus_gallery/</p> <p> </p>
  8. <p>If you don't need the extra speed of the prime lenses the 14-42 is quite sharp. I do own the 17 1.8 and it is a real gem especially shooting it wide open. I have some images that I took using the 14-42 that are more distant scenics and don't think I can tell the difference between the prime. </p>
  9. <p>I recently purchased a new macbook pro that I use with my PA272W and have no problems. Before that I used a mac mini, but now I don't see the point of keeping the mini. However, I have read very good reports about the new i Macs. Considering that you already have a very nice monitor I'd go with the laptop. I don't think speed will be a problem. </p>
  10. <p>This summer I spent a couple of months photographing Yosemite's high country. I brought three lenses including an old non d version of the 50 1.8. </p>
  11. <p>If price is a consideration, Nikon D800's are selling at a discount compared to the d810. </p>
  12. <p>I just finished spending the entire summer photographing Yosemite's wilderness. I brought a 16-35, a 50, and the 70-200 f4. Yes the telephoto is extremely useful for compressing scenes. The landscape photographer John Shaw once said that if had to choose one focal length he would choose 105mm. What I missed the most was my 24-70mm, but didn't bring it because of weight. I think you will find the 24-120mm the most useful range in your arsenal of lenses. In fact if I were to dump a lens it would be the 16-35. </p>
  13. <p>Sanjay,<br> One of the reasons I choose the 6x6 format was my intention to project my transparencies. I used and still own a Kinderman 66 projector. It is completely manual, but does the job well. I always mounted my slides using Geep Glass Mounts. </p>
  14. <p>Has adobe lightroom come up with an update that will work with the 810 NEF's? I'd make sure you know how your going to process those raw files. </p>
  15. <p>Back when I had my d300, I used the Sigma 8-16. I still miss that lens and it's construction was quite solid.</p>
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