ripraprob

<p>I know how to automate my processing of RAW-files, including overriding the RAW-dialog.<br>

But now I have a few hundred files I want to give a standard treatment.<br>

Basically this:</p>

<ol>

<li>Open RAW file (Nikon NEF) </li>

<li>In Adobe RAW dialogue box, select AUTO setting</li>

<li>Do stuff in Photoshop</li>

<li>Save file as JPG</li>

<li>Close file</li>

</ol>

<p>My problem is in step 2 above:<br>

I know how to apply the SAME settings to all my pictures<br>

And I know how to apply the CAMERA RAW DEFAULTS to all my pictures<br>

But I can't get my action to use the AUTO-settings:<br>

<img src="http://i.imgur.com/nNPCw.gif" alt="" width="340" height="510" /><br>

How do I do this?<br>

The closest I have gotten, is to a point where my action 'pauses', so I can click 'auto' manually, but that makes kind of kills the whole idea of using an action.<br>

Is there at setting or a trick I've missed?<br /> <br /> Thank you for you help.<br>

/Rob</p>

<p>Here is my conclusion so far:<br>

The best camera for my needs might be the Canon Ixus 870 IS (aka Canon SD880 IS Digital ELPH in some countries for some reason):</p>

<ul>

<li>Small (enough) </li>

<li>28 mm at the wide end</li>

<li>Can be 'hacked' - using the CHKD firmware - so I get access to manual controls.</li>

<li>Video clips up to 640 times 480 pixel (with a newer codex than the older Canons = smaller files/longer clips).</li>

<li>Canon glass and quality (mentioned by a few - I've owned the Canon G3 before)</li>

<li>Reasonable fast</li>

<li>IS (the ability to use lower ISO-settings, which I like)</li>

<li>10 Mpixel (i would actually prefer lower pixel count, due to noise)</li>

<li>Nice reviews.</li>

<li>Not AA nor AAAs but Canon usually has a decent battery life.</li>

<li>Reasonable price: Available in both brand new and 2nd hand (two for sale on a Danish 2nd hand site).</li>

</ul>

<p>What do you think?<br>

Rob, Denmark</p>

<p>Once again, thank you for your answers. I'll be looking into them and looking at the links posted.<br>

AA is not a must. I stated that clearly in my OP.<br>

While YouTube has supported HD video for some time, a YouTube video is not nessecarily a HD video. I'm NOT looking for HD video. Something like 480*320 pixel will do just fine for my needs.<br>

As for my pocket size: Ideally I'm looking for something smaller than the LX3 I think.<br>

I didn't mention high ISO. Though it would be nice, I've always been somewhat disappointed with higher ISO-settings on even the DSLR's I've used (except the Nikon D3) so I don't expect a small camera to be better.<br>

Thanks again :o)</p>

<p>Rob, Denmark</p>

<p>Thank you for your answers this far.<br>

@Jeff: I think I've head about the problems with xD cards before. I think I should look for something that uses some kind of SD card.<br>

@Louis: The F100fd doesn't have Aperture and shutter priority modes.<br>

@Robert: Yeah, it's the CHDK firmware I was thinking about, when I mentioned the possibility of 'hacking' the firmware :o)</p>

<p> </p>

<p>Hi all<br>

Sometimes I just can't be bothered taking my DSLR with me, but I don't want to be without a camera.<br>

The camera in my cell phone just doesn't give me the quality I want, and the control (exposure etc.) that I sometimes wants to have.<br>

So; what digital compact should I buy?</p>

<p>Here is my preferences:</p>

<ul>

<li>Small. No point buying something that can't fit in a pocket.</li>

<li>Optical quality, but not necessarily a lot of pixel. Anything from 5 Mpixel will do *) </li>

<li>Program, A, S and M settings. I don't care for a lot of 'Scene Programs'.</li>

<li>Some zoom would be nice. I prefer wide angle over tele (and I'm talking optical zoom, of course). My secret dream is 24 mm at the wide end but 28 mm will do. </li>

<li>The ability to make small video clips - YouTube style. </li>

<li>Batteries: I would prefer using standard AA or AAAs over LiIon (just buy new batteries if I'm out of juice), but this is not a must.</li>

</ul>

<p>I'm not religious about the brand, but I would prefer one of the bigger more known brands. My DSLR is a Nikon, but I like the fact that you can 'hack' the firmware on Canon's digital compact cameras and get access to features like RAW, interval shooting etc.<br>

*) It doesn't have to be a new camera or state of the art. I'm ready to buy 2nd hand.</p>

<p>Any input appreciated.<br>

Thanks :o)</p>

<p>/Rob, Denmark</p>

My advice: Practice! Find situations where the distance between you and the subjects are the same as you expect to run into, at the wedding.

You might find you prefer the look of the f/2.8 pics over the f/5.6 or f/11, but if they are not sharp, whatﾒs the point?

And you might also want to experiment with different settings on your D200: Narrow or wide focus areas and one or many focus points. Your D200 has a few settings to master, in that area.

But back to your question: If you are not experienced; choose the safe thing, and shoot at f/8.

Keep it at single focus, unless you are 100% certain, you'll remember to change settings: If so, you use continuous focus for subjects moving towards and away from the camera. When shooting something or someone that moves left to right or vise versa, use single focus again.