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I suspect the scans were sharpened and you're seeing artifacts.

Try asking for zero setting or a minus setting on the scan sharpening next time.

Have you checked to see what, if any, default import settings are being used?

<p>Just ask the seller for a copy of the service receipt.</p>

<p>Image processor is a script within PS. Find it by going to File > Scripts > Image Processor. From there you can select to save your TIFF as a JPEG and resize and change the color profile to sRGB, something you'll want to do if uploading to the web.</p>

<p>Why not just use Image Processor?</p>

<p>How were these lit?<br>

Poorly!</p>

<p>Clearly, you did not receive a new lens, which is what you apparently paid for.<br>

Send that one back a.s.a.p. and get a proper replacement!</p>

<p>C Watson started off his comment this way: <em><strong>"with respect..."</strong></em> He's offering a real-world perspective that corresponds to the limitations you outlined in your original post, i.e. barely any time to do the actual shooting. Besides, aren't you the owner of a bunch of costly rangefinder equipment which would be perfect for this situation? So what if you used it the last time, the "artistic" goal you're looking for will not come from cumbersome tools in a rush situation; any artistic result will come from your ability to intuitively manipulate the camera while concentrating on lighting, expression, timing, and composition. That SWC won't perform any of those things for you. </p>

<p>The optimal method is using polarizing film in front of two lights which are angled at 45 degrees to the print's surface and a polarizing filter on the macro lens. This way you will be able to eliminate any and all reflections.</p>

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<p>I often just click on the number to the right of the slider and then use the UP and DOWN arrows to change the value of the slider. Much more precise.</p>

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<p>This works but only in increments of 10. Any way for single-digit changes?</p>

 

<p>thanks, Andrew.</p>

 

<p>Is the brightness level of the crop tool and overlays adjustable? Or the thickness of the lines?<br>

Mine seems harder to see recently....</p>

<p>@Doug,</p>

<p>Your tip is exactly correct and fixes the blurry full-screen image issue.</p>

<p>Andrew,</p>

<p>Try creating the first square by filling the 1"x1" square with black, then add the curves layer and adjust that initial black to which ever density you're looking to create.</p>

<p>My .02 is that you seem to not know what camera you really want -- which is totally o.k. and understandable. But don't get fooled into making a quick decision based on the seasonal shopping hype. That shouldn't be the basis for a large outlay such as this.</p>

<p>David Odess. He's at david-odess.com and is the absolute best.</p>

<p>Those Nazis sure were careful in handling their cameras to avoid brassing....</p>

<p>First, try a search of your iMac HD for the old LR catalog. </p>

<p>When opening LR, you have the option to open a different catalog (if you locate your original).</p>

<p>Problem solved, as long as you DIDN'T delete your original!</p>

<p>As the owner of an affected camera (by serial number) I'm pleasantly shocked at how different a response Nikon is providing vs. the D600 debacle. Seems they learned a public relations lesson big time.</p>

<p>Hey guys, thanks for the info. Maybe I'll get lucky and find a few more if I rummage through more of these boxes. Then I can set up a chart with a center and four-corner targets.</p>

<p>Seth,<br>

I've had that lens for two decades and its always had the same little wiggle you describe. Never interfered with producing the sharpest images of all my lenses. If it bothers you I'm sure Nikon repair will fix it for an absurd amount of moolah.</p>

<p>Many different products on the market, from LensAlign to FocusTune. Read up on the reviews and see what makes sense to you and your wallet.</p>

<p>I've come across an odd item I'd like your feedback on. As the subject line says, it's a USAF 1951 1 X target with the added text "Gurley Troy, N.Y." printed on what seems to be glossy photographic paper. </p>

<p>What's odd (to me) is that is measures only 4" x 5". </p>

<p>Am I mistaken to assume these targets would be much, much larger in size? If necessary, I can post an image later.</p>

<p>What do you think?</p>

<p>Erik,</p>

<p>Is the Zagg protector flexible film or a hard glass-like surface?</p>

<p>Just got it and would like suggestions for which SD cards folks are having success with. I don't need top end speed nor video and size is 32GB or 64GB. Have always had good luck with Sandisk but maybe there's better bang for the buck?</p>

<p>Also, are people using LCD screen protectors? I don't baby my equipment but I am careful with it and I'm ditching the OEM one but I've read the LCD is already impervious to scratches so is one necessary?</p>