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<p>About one year ago I lost all my photography equipment, except my studio lights and backdrops, in a house fire.
This last year has Sucked, I capitalized the s on purpose. We've rebuilt the house, replaced the furniture, and finally
settled back in. Now the fun begins. I get to go on a shopping spree for all new photography equipment. Wow, how
things have changed. 21 megapixel D5s! All of these new features have really advanced. My most modern DS
LR was a 30D. I'm looking to spend $8-10,000 to build a good start. I photograph studio stills & portraits, wi
ldlife (birds mostly but whatever strikes my fancy on a hike), landscapes, and events. I have a couple questions. It se
ems to me the camera makers are chasing the megapixel numbers instead of features like processing speed and au
tofocus systems, like the good ole days. I'm seeing 3-5 frames per second on these megapixel mammaths. Isn't th
is overkill. My 8mp 30D took great resolution photos at 30 inches printed, but it was too slow. I blew up a 50mm st
udio portrait to 30" and could see the tiny fibers in the lace on the dress. I see no need for me to ever print larger th
an this. Don't get me wrong, I like the idea of cropping some photos and retaining res, but isn't 21 me
gapixels a little bit overkill? Isn't that slowing things down too much? I guess it's fine, as long as there are al
ternatives. What's the middle ground. What's got good resolution for the tele crops, and the speed I want for those fr
eeby weddings I shoot. I'm looking at the D50 (so I can spend more on glass). What's this video mumbo ju
mbo? I don't want a camcorder. Where's the camera gone? Next question, 300mm 2.8L or 400mm 2.8L? Is th
e extra 100mm worth the $1500? I'm thinking 300mm with 1.4 extendor. Should I reconsider?</p>��
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I like the current header better, but that may be because I'm just familiar with it. It's what I associate with Photo.net, you know what I mean? Its like the golden arches mean happy meals to children. It has a warm welcoming quality.
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Your right. A friend of mine did just that (except he bought a lens instead of the 430) and had no problems.
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Why can't I say w w w . s t r o b i s t . c o m ?
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You already own most of the "cheap alternative". Check out this site, , for some unique and creative ways to acheive various results with flash. The cool thing is that the author is an experienced photojournalist who learned "field" techniques to acheive studio style lighting for lots of situations. Being a photographer, he's also a sucker for "cheap alternatives" (aren't we all?). My partner who shoots events with me is currently using these techniques alone. I own and am learning monolights, but am learning these techniques as well. If nothing else, it's a really entertaining site. Well, maybe only for geeks like me. Anyway, check it out. You may decide against monolights all together.
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I know one is a 300 watt and one is a 200 watt. Still don't have the model number though. It also includes a $150.00 light meter in addition to the lights.
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It says a great deal that you'd buy it again. Looking through your portfolio is big help too. Nice lighting.
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I'm looking for some opinions on JTL lights. I have an opportunity to purchase
a set of two with stands, umbrellas, flash sync cables, power cables, case,
and a meter for $400.00. Don't have the model number yet, unfortunately.
Lights will be used for studio portrait setting and transported to on location
settings. I'm new to these type of photography lighting, and want good
equipment to learn with. While budget is a factor, I'll wait for better
equipment if need be. Looking for some input from those with experience with
these, or referrals to more ideal set ups. Thanks.
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Lost It All In A House Fire, Now The Fun Begins!
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