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  1. Also....my gallery of Myanmar linked above contains many photos taken with a tripod. Consider a travel tripod if you haven't already.
  2. from the link: Do Not Apply If... You have no photography experience or background. We want seasoned photographers who love showing off their work.
  3. I use a Tamrac Velocity bag for a dslr and 3 lenses...but they seem to be discontinued....
  4. Was there for a month just last year. Click this link for inspiration and ideas: Myanmar Mrauk U is safe and under touristed as people have stayed away - it is far from any of the border troubles between gov't and Rohingya groups.
  5. My travels are usually with my wife who does NOT share the same passion for photography as I do....luckily she is a late riser so I do have the sunrise and a few hours afterwards all to myself. I wake her up for breakfast at the hotel. I try to pick somewhere interesting for the sunset. My wife loves a good sunset though I'll be the one watching it through a viewfinder. Here's a link to our travels the past dozen years: CLICK HERE.
  6. On my Alaskan cruise I brought a Tamzooka 150-600 which I used frequently from the ship's deck. 200mm won't cut it. Here's a gallery containing some of those shots: Pacific northwest cruise - B.C and Alaska
  7. https://www.flickr.com/photos/phil_marion/albums
  8. I once traveled to southern Ethiopia in 1996 and was able to find fellow tourists to share hotel and a landcrusier with driver - I located them on a Lonely Planet forum. I wonder if there are any photographer oriented forums where lone photographers can come in contact with others looking to pool resources. Most organized 'photography tours' are prohibitively expensive and are geared to either unskilled photographers or well heeled ones to lazy to research properly the location they want to visit.
  9. <p>Recently I moved to within a 2 minute walk of Lake Ontario which opens new photographic opportunities for me. I am ready to take my photography to the next level and want to buy a quality 10 stop ND filter and polarizing filter. Up to now I have been using a cheapo Cameron variable ND filter. Although photography is my hobby, I’ve been able to generate income through image sales on Getty Images. So I am willing to pay for a top-end filter.<br> I am trying to decide between the Singh Ray, the Lee Big Stopper and the Breakthrough Photography X3 ND. I had never heard of Breakthrough Photography until I read this stellar review on<br> <a href="http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/10-Stop-Neutral-Density-Filter.aspx" target="_blank">http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/10-Stop-Neutral-Density-Filter.aspx</a><br> I have trusted that site for lens reviews many times previously (the lens quality comparison tool is great).<br> However, NONE of the other ND filter reviews I’ve read mention the Breakthrough Photography ND filter so any feedback on that filter would be very useful.<br> The Lee filter system looks like it is more time consuming to use in its set up but exposure metering and focusing could be faster once set up. And it looks like there is a more pronounced colour cast with it. I am also curious if they are more likely to be dropped by a klutz such as I. Looks like the system is good for stacking filters.<br> Can one stack the Singh Ray filters (i.e. polariser and ND filter) without significant vignetting?<br> Any insight on these systems would be greatly appreciated !<br> I thank you in advance.</p>
  10. <p>Grand Canyon and Bryce Canyon are beautiful after a dusting of snow.</p>
  11. phil_marion

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    <p>I agree. Marina Sands Hotel Sky Park is PERFECT. I just came back from Singapore last month and i even sprang to stay at the hotel so I could access the Sky Park whenever I wanted ...and could cool off inside the hotel or Infinity pool. But man is it expensive.<br> https://www.flickr.com/photos/phil_marion/sets<br> I was in Singapore for about 5 days and I still haven't uploaded all my photos ( I shoot RAW and have yet to process them all).<br> I believe there are other hotels that have rooftop bars/patios/pools that can be acessed.</p>
  12. <p>I travel with a heavy DSLR and 3 zooms that cover me from 156 mm to 200 mm - even greater as I also pack a 1.4 converter. Last trip I even brought my Tamzooka 150-600 mm. Is it excessive? To some people. I may not carry it all each and every day. I leave the hotel with the lenses I need for that day. But I always ensure my gear is safe in a secure hotel and locked in luggage as well.<br> https://www.flickr.com/photos/phil_marion/sets<br> I meet people that just carry a 28-300 lens and for some that is sufficient. I don't mind the heavy lifting - it is like a workout to me. I had a telephoto zoom die on me on a trip to SE Asia. I still had 2 other lenses to play with. If it had been my sole lens that died....</p>
  13. <p>I have always lugged the same type of kit when I travel, be it to hot and humid places like SE Asia or nearby in freezing Canada. I carry the same type of set up - 3 types of zooms. I use a sling case so I can access my camera quickly and I don't have to have a DSLR hang out of a bag around my neck when it is not in use. <br> Is it heavy? Yes. Does it deter me? No. I just consider it a workout. It is like hauling my ass out of bed before sunrise while on vacation. You have to suffer to create something of value some times.<br> Is it worth it? You be the judge:<br> https://www.flickr.com/photos/phil_marion/sets<br> Could I have achieved the same shots with a P&S - probably not. With a mirrorless? Yes but I don't need to buy a whole new set of expensive gear when the only thing stopping me is a bit of sweat. If photography is your passion then a bit of weight shouldn't deter you. However, if photography is a mild interest/hobby then maybe a lighter set of gear is the route to go.</p>
  14. <p>I have had the 5DIII for 2 years now and I find it has helped me immensely in lower light when compared to my 30D. I shoot up to 3200 ISO whereas I rarely went above 800 on the 30D. Through Flickr I am selling a few shots on Getty Images:<br> http://www.gettyimages.ca/Search/Search.aspx?query=z.i.H4sIAAAAAAAEAH2T30vDMBDH06WtMvVFfffBN0HopsNHYaAiDBX8C7IudYN1Dcl--T_q36S5dLlchhgIvU-S-97lLs3k4vpp-P01umfZcy0-ZMIY69rJkh87WDs6rwv2z0j8t6ubZvkmtKhNx7vC7BVw5KpVOrGffPv-aR623jkh7JxEhdo7G3S4qEqMRYHDQuFC1cvgWS_TnX3aZoFmP5g3wRw4M7XCcxRBghiZBV1jCjEewFIPKHfrY9TYY-dWxSpVpFKgSrWnUsUqOvkbnUofVfSeSmBbRUlLKjktaQ-sI38WGuf6YGsiFa1QIC7HBnc8uMbIkAOxO9KQZbS5USEAgM_xHB3XZXBclz7tM-ACrVu03FXSRpNHh-S2xpJueXLJTDb4_BMP8LJSsyK3jYhLEfKjYG1FNxAyE6nFyLePo9AmC7ghNMnNgv_vLuw8VNPZfKaU9At5LfSscQ7HpmyUHK4WkzlpQbTqA15CnLti4K5tX-AqXJmSbRO5MoF0qttTbWk9wchf5EYa_GV_AZ_3xYyOBAAA<br> The vast majority of them were taken with the 30D though.<br> https://www.flickr.com/photos/phil_marion/sets/</p>
  15. <p>I hope you wander a bit in to a cactus field at sunset to silhouette a few cacti. But not too far - they are a bi+ch to walk out of in the dark.</p>
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