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1. I know the STE 3 RT cannot by itself assist with autofocus. But, can it use the 430 EX III RT or 600EX RT infrared auto focus feature when the flash isn't mounted on the camera?

<p>Interest is in green screen and color grading. My reading tells me that 4:2:2 10 bit color is what you want to avoid banding and other post production artifacts.<br>

PMW 100 still looks interesting but the Sony F3 has plummeted in price and a used one can be had for about $1000 more than the PMW 100. When amortized over several years this isn't that bad, especially if you use less expensive lenses such as nikon or canon FD. Looks like F3 would require external recorder to capture the footage at the above mentioned quality.</p>

<p>Yes! Thank you!</p>

<p>I am trying to remember the url for a photo and camera web site. It showed camera manufacturer products historically and also was was a photo sharing site. It had one page where there were flags from many countries so you could view photos taken by people living in that country.<br>

Anyone remember the name of this site?</p>

<p>Thank you for this thoughtful answer.</p>

<p>I'd like to buy two camcorders for two projects: an interview setup and a cooking demonstration with one main fixed camera and a mobile camera. I have some lighting (lowel tungsten), lightstands, tripods, etc.<br>

So, the $5000 would mostly be for two cameras and audio. I am not against tape based flow. I want image quality suitable for professional appearance on flat screen tv. Possibly, prefer 3 CCD from what I have seen about CMOS. Not opposed to used gear.<br>

Other cameras I have: Canon's HF s200 (but I have been disappointed in image quality) and 60D with various lenses including 28mm f1.8 and 50 mm f 1.8. But my attempts to use 60D somewhat clunky. It could however serve as the fixed camera in which case my cost would be lowered by one camcorder.<br>

Candidate cameras viewed on line have been canon xa 10, jvc HM 100/150, canon xha1, nex vg20<br>

If I can leverage what I have, I think the sony pmw ex1r (used for under 5K) might be a consideration. Media quite expensive however.</p>

<p>In my reading there I have come across the concept of "broadcast quality." One of the specs is 50mbps recording. Maybe the term "output" was the wrong word. For example Sony PMW-100. I am new at this, but apparently HD/SDI and HDMI outputs can give higher quality/resolution, etc. than what is recorded to the memory card or tape.<br>

So, the question is: are there older camcorders with, for example, HD/SDI output that have broadcast quality even though what they record to the in-camera storage media is of lower quality? Is there a lower cost rig (camera + recorder) that records at 50 mbps like the Sony PMW-100?</p>

 

<p>What is a low cost way to achieve 50 Mbps video output from a camcorder? I know one can buy a new camcorder with this capability. But, I wonder if there are older model camcorders, maybe even tape based,with an output such as HD/SDI that can be used to achieve 50 Mbps recording to a portable dedicated recorder at a lower overall cost (camcorder + recorder price less than newer technology camcorder)?<br>

Or perhaps there are tape or other media based camcorders that natively record at this level? That is, "pre tapeless" technology.<br>

I am thinking of a 3 CCD pro level camcorder with 4:2:2 recording that is a good buy used.</p>

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<p>My Canon 580EX (original) stopped working, got repaired, then stopped working again. I continue to own the STE-2. Thinking of selling the STE-2 since I have no canon flashes BUT, maybe I should try Canon again.? Is the current 580EX II more reliable? Maybe I should get a pair of 430EX since I have the STE-2. I have seen that Sigma makes a Canon compatible flash. Will it work the the STE-2? I also have a Sunpak manual flash which seems to do the job after some trial and error with the settings. That flash has been quite reliable.<br>

My Canon bodies are the 20D and original 5D.<br>

I'm just not sure which way to go. I would use the flash for outdoor fill but also I am thinking of putting together a small, portable indoor kit that could function for some simple studio type portrait photography or any application where wireless off camera flash would be useful. I have an optical slave for my Sunpak unit. I already have a Speedotron powerpack and head kit (with pocket wizards) but often that's just too much to carry around.</p>

<p> I'm not an expert but editing software that exists for stop motion: Stop Motion Pro and Toonboom Studio. I also wonder if Flash could be used as you can set the frame rate to whatever you want. There may be other solutions available. Have you searched the internet on your topic?</p>

<p>I plan to buy a compact point and shoot (or similar) for travel pics in Israel. A thread on photo.net mentioned that the brightness of the light might cause photos to get "washed out." Would an ND (neutral density) filter help? If so, which compact travel cameras would allow easy attachment of an nd filter?</p>

<p>With regard to LCD shortcomings, I think it's important to note that Hoodman and other manufacturers make accessories that fit over the LCD to allow better viewing and focusing. One of the Hoodman accessories, I think it is called the "Crane" or similar is about $200, i.e. not super expensive, especially for the poster who has a sizeable investment already in his camera gear.</p>

<p>Is there one printer that would do both of the following well:<br>

1. Print, with professional quality, fancy event invitations on vellum paper.<br>

2. High quality photo printing (I am replacing an epson stylus 2200). (Don't necessarily need wide format).<br>

I am open to all types: laser, dye sub, inkjet.<br>

If not a single printer, what are recommendations for each individual task. Budget is $1,000.<br>

Thanks!</p>

<p>Thanks to all for your comments.</p>

<p>My Canon 580EX stopped working like my 380EX did in the past (unexpectedly, with no antecedent trauma). A Metz hotshoe flash developed problems with the LCD readout making it very difficult to use.<br>

I'd like a RELIABLE hotshoe flash with a high guide number that I can use with my Canon 20D or a future body upgrade. I also have a medium format camera, so some sort of manual capability would be wanted.<br>

I'm not a pro but I am willing to consider high end stuff too. I just want to know what brands and models are durable and won't let you down. I want my flash to operate as reliably as the camera body I am using.<br>

(The Canon 580 EX doesn't turn on anymore. I just get a glow from the red focus assist light when I try to turn it on. The LCD screen remains blank.)</p>

 

<p>Very good comments. Thank you.</p>

<p>To all:<br>

Great comments, some very funny (borrow the friend)! I have a 580ex flash. I have a medium sized reflector. Having an assistant to hold the reflector and maybe come up with some ideas for poses is a great idea. <br>

The couple will have time to get a professional photographer if these photos don't please them.<br>

I have done a few things in the past: <a href="http://rrphoto.smugmug.com">http://rrphoto.smugmug.com</a>, in case anyone wants to comment, especially "Tara and Paul" and "Perez Family" galleries. These were done with my Tamron 28-75mm, canon 20D, (and flash when needed).<br>

Thanks to all.</p>

<p>I forgot to add that my interest in the 1D Mark III is that its high frame rate and better focusing system might help me capture certain fleeting expressions or poses that I would otherwise miss.</p>

<p>I am an amateur photographer. I have been asked by a couple to take photos celebrating their engagement. I own a canon 20D and have the following lenses: Tamron 28-75 f2.8, primes: 28mm f1.8, 50mm f1.8, 85mm f1.8, and 200m f2.8. I can borrow from a friend a Canon 1D Mark III.<br>

If it is advantageous, how might I split my lens arsenal between these two cameras?<br>

We will probably be in a natural light setting i.e. beach near sunset.<br>

I could probably rent a Canon 5D for this project for $100 and get reimbursed by the couple, but getting to the rental place and back to return the camera would probably double the time for the project (unless they would be willing to handle the rental themselves).<br>

Thank you for your input.</p>

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<p>I thnk reading off a cellphone screen is difficult as is navigation on my Sony-Ericson phone. If a news reader could provide a similar experience to the newspaper including its light weight and portablility and rapid and relatively random access to articles (can you read it in the bathroom?) Then I thnk it would be great, especially if you could fold it up and put it in your pocket. A laptop doesn't afford this convenience and while I do read the morning new on my desktop, that is very un newspaper like. Spill and grease resistance would be another plus so you could read at the kitchen table with toast and coffee.</p>

<p>I don't understand a statement that I have read in various places about a particular full frame sensor, especially the newer, higher megapixel ones showing limititations of various lenses that apparently were used without problems in 35 mm film photography where (I have read) you have comparable resolution. I would think a lens is either sharp or it is not and that sensor size/resolution shouldn't matter much, although I understand that edge sharpness may be not as good as at the center.<br>

For example, I have the first model of the 16-35mm f2.8 L zoom from Canon. Will this lens perform satisfactorily if I get a 5D Mark II? (I currently have a 20D). I have other generally well regarded lenses such as the 85mm f1.8 and the 100mm f2.8 macro. Are there any concerns about IQ?</p>

 

<p>As an amateur, I'd say that if I saw this in a magazine composited with some product, it would definitely be professional. Your work here is better than some stuff I have seen in magazines.</p>

<p>Are there any differences when using filters (yellow, orange, etc.) for black and white film when the film is a C-41 type stock? I am thinking of the moment of using some T400CN with a yellow filter. Does one expect similar results with the filter to that which would be expected with a traditional black and white film such as Tri-X?</p>

<p>Thank you all for these generous replies. They were very instructive.</p>

 

<p>Can someone direct me to an online photo sharing gallery or other collections of photos<br>

that demonstrate the use of 120 format film and 4x5 format exposed at<br>

(and preferably rated at) ISO 800 or greater.<br>

I am interested in how these images compare to digital with respect to<br>

the amount of grain and overall sharpness. I am interested in all light levels,<br>

not just low light or low key exposures. If there are any real brick and mortar<br>

galleries with such photos located in San Diego, I'd like to know that too.<br>

Thanks!</p>

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