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    Photo.net and Photo Privacy

    in Casual Photo Conversations

    Posted

    Hello,

    <br><br>This question is not specifically related to the photo.net website, it

    can be applied to any website which allows patrons to upload their pictures -

    Flickr, Photo.net, Kodak, mPix etc.

    <br><br>When we share pictures that we have taken - landscapes, nature,

    portraits - anything - what prevents anyone from copying (Ctrl+C), saving and

    re-posting it somewhere else? Given that they may not get a full resolution

    image in all of its DPI glory by doing this, a hacker may still paste it at a

    different web-site for a different motive altogether. Interestingly,

    OneModelPlace does restrict users from copying <Ctrl+C> images.

    <br><br>As an exception, California dwellers were requested by Yahoo Flickr

    specifically for their pictures of the wild fires - these were then used in

    Yahoo news and other prominent web sites. However, what stops a hacker?

    <br><br>Portraits or Glamor pictures - like those taken by experts here - may be

    used in a totally different context in any other web-site. What prevents that?

    Rules / Regulations? How can we avoid this?

    <br><br>Any information on this subject is highly appreciated.

    <br><br>Thanks for any responses,

    <br><br>Naveen

    Which Travel Tripod!! Again...

    in Accessories

    Posted

    Alex,

    <br>I never thought of low thermal conductivity...why is that a perspective?

    <br>

    <br>David,

    <br>You are correct! there are soo many posts that keep praising the Gitzo 1228 CF...although it will cause a MAJOR dent in the wallet! The 3021 is my starter tripod, its served me well so far.

    <br>Thanks for all the information!

    <br>Naveen

    Which Travel Tripod!! Again...

    in Accessories

    Posted

    Hello!

    <br>I currently own a Bogen 3021, love it - but its too damn big and heavy. I

    travel a lot, really need something lightweight. My max setup is a D200 with

    Grip, and an 80-200/2.8 lens. I have been looking at some Carbon Fiber,

    Magnesium / Basalt etc etc...

    <br>Most of these are expensive, and then again, I'll have to get a head

    separately...which is ok!

    <br>I have looked at the Slik 714 series, Manfrotto 190 etc. Any opinion / ideas

    that the forum can suggest is welcome...

    <br>Thanks for your responses!

    <br><br>Naveen

    Glacier National Park

    in Nature

    Posted

    <b>Tony</b>

    <br>I agree, there is a whole bunch of reviews out there that the Tokina 12-24 is one heck of a cool toy! better than the Sigma counterpart...Ken Rockwell's site also lists it as a strong contender to the Nikon 12-24. Other forums in here also brag about the Tokina. I think I'll get one next week...

     

    <br><br>

    <b>Dave</b>

    <br>...Never thought of Writing-On-Stone...I'll check it out, sounds great!!

    <br><br>

    <b>Nancy</b>

    <br>Thanks for the word of caution, I need to practice running faster than my hiking partner (lol)

    Glacier National Park

    in Nature

    Posted

    <b>Michael</b>

    <br>Thanks for this information, The sites you mention have also been mentioned in other forums, looks like those are very popular sites! I have them on my list!!

    <br>As for the equipment, looks like from all the responses to this post, the 17-35 is a must. I'm gonna go ahead and get me a Sigma 12-24 due to the 1.5X factor of DSLR's.

    <br>I did check out the official website, and I agree, they must have a lot of time in their hands, its more informative than other National Park sites.

    <br><b>Thanks a bunch for all the wonderful suggestions...</b>

     

    <br><br>

    <b>Greg</b>

    <br>For some reason, I always thought GNP had only Grizzlies, not black bear...it'd be interesting! I am not overly interested in shooting wildlife, if they come overly close to me, its a different story :)

     

    <br>

    <br><b>Thanks everyone for the wonderful suggestions...</b>

    Glacier National Park

    in Nature

    Posted

    <b>Michael</b>

    <br>Thanks for the information...I'll be on the lookout for furry critters...in addition to lugging a Tripod and a 50lbs camera bag! just one more day in the life of a landscape photographer... :)

    Glacier National Park

    in Nature

    Posted

    <b>Bruce</b>

    <br>:) Yes, I do have a Tripod.

     

    <br><br><b>Tony</b>

    <br>I don't want this discussion to change to a lens comparison, however, that being said, is there a considerable difference in terms of print quality if I were to use a Sigma 12-24mm or a 10-20mm as opposed to their Nikon cousins? I understand that the Sigma 10-20mm is a digital only lens. The Sigma's are somewhat less expensive...

     

    <br><br><b>DN</b>

    <br>Killin me maan!! the lenses you mention cost more than my entire travel budget! but then again, thats what landscape photography is all about I guess.... :)

    Glacier National Park

    in Nature

    Posted

    Hello,

    <br>I needed to get some advise from the experts here regarding taking pictures

    in Glacier National Park...some time in September. Based upon earlier comments,

    I was considering [to avoid lugging a heavy backpack] taking my <b>17-35mm,

    24-120mm (VR)</b>, UV filters and Polarizer. I have a <b>Nikon D200 and an

    F5</b>, however, I'll probably end up taking only the D200 to keep my backpack

    light; I mostly take landscapes. Any suggestions are highly welcome!

    <br><b>Thanks for any responses!</b>

    <br>-Naveen

    Multiple exposures with Photoshop

    in The Digital Darkroom: Process, Technique & Printing

    Posted

    Hello,

    <br>Ever since switching to digital the one thing that I miss the most is

    multiple exposures. I hear that the new D2Xs comes with a button to overlay a

    digital image on top of another...however, in the mean while for the common

    folk [who cannot afford one] can someone please explain how this is done using

    Photoshop CS?

    <br>I use a Nikon D70, typically shoot in the High Res JPEG mode and am

    somewhat familiar with post processing using Photoshop.

    <br>Thanks for any responses...

    <br>Naveen

    Tips for Cavern photography

    in Nature

    Posted

    <br>Most caverns also offer private tours, without the visitors...you could take a tripod in one of these...

    <br>Assuming that you have a tripod, things go lot easier...you can use an ISO 100, use a wide angle -- go completely creative!!

    Monument Valley in July

    in Nature

    Posted

    Hello All,

    <br> I intend to travel to Monument Valley some time in July, from the Utah

    side to the Arizona side. What are the best times to photograph here and the

    best locations?

    <br> Given that this is by far one of the most photographed locations in the

    US, is there any other viewpoint other than the most photographed / most

    obvious locations.

    <br><br>Thanks for any responses in advance,

    <br>-Naveen

    Herpetarium in Dallas Fort Worth / Neighboring areas

    in Nature

    Posted

    Hello,

    <br>Anyone know of a place where I can photograph Snakes in and

    around Dallas / Fort Worth? One obvious location is the Zoo, however,

    if that were not a preference, any other locations?

    <br>Also, along the same lines, any special tips (besides staying

    careful) on taking snake pictures...?

    <br>

    <br>Thanks for any responses...

    <br>-Nav

    Death Valley - Zabriske Point - Sunrise or sunset?

    in Nature

    Posted

    Hello!

    <br>There are numerous posts within Photo.net advising locations

    where to take pictures in Death Valley...Question regarding Zabriske

    point -- during this month (November first week) do morning shots

    work better than evening shots? I have a Nikon D70 some 2 stop

    filters, a warming filter and am considering using a Nikkor 14-28mm

    lens.

    <br>Also, I wondered if anyone knows which direction the sun rises

    from -- South East or North East during this time of the year - in Z

    Point?

    <br>I am planning on being on Z-Point or Badwater for sunrise

    (depending on the feedback that I get from this thread)...and the

    other place for sunset.

    <br>Thanks for any responses in advance,

    <br><b>-Naveen</b>

    Nikon F100 vs. F5

    in Nikon

    Posted

    F5 F5 F5 --- the best-est camera in the whole world...built like a tank, it never ever fails. Heck, you can use old nikon 'manual' lenses and get metering! If you need something for the long haul, go for this and dont look back....

    <br>NN

    Nikon D70 dropped in water

    in Nikon

    Posted

    <BR>...Sorry to hear the mishap! consider it this way though, it could have been a lot worse if you ended in the water along with whoever was in the canoe with you! As pointed out in most of the responses, digital SLR's have extremely complicated circuitry behind the lenses...if dropped or dripped, they're dead at best. :(

    <br>NN

    Kauai - Napali coast

    in Travel

    Posted

    I will be traveling to Kauai some time in June and am planning to

    spend at least a day hiking in the Napali coast. I'd love to know /

    learn about other member's experience in taking pictures at the

    Napali coast - both while hiking and from the air. Locations, film

    speed, time of year, tips, pitfalls any advice is very very welcome...

    <br> Thanks in advance for all your time

    <br>-Naveen

    Wide to Tele lenses --- which one to buy

    in Nikon

    Posted

    Hello,

    <br>I need to buy a wide to tele - all purpose fast lens, am looking

    at the 20-300 Tamron and the 28-300 Sigma. I will mostly use this

    lens as a landsacpe lens, occasionally macro and portraits. Any ideas!

    <br>Nikon does not have an equivalent. I use an F5 and a D70.

    <br>Any help is highly appreciated....

    <br>

    <br>Thanks,

    <br>-Naveen

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