jamespjones

well, no CLS w/ S2. With the S5, yes.

James

PhotographyRI

pixel counting aside, the Fuji S5 hits the mark for skin tones and auto white balance. it also

has the extended dynamic range beyond any other DSLR that lends itself to capturing the

blacks and whites of weddings.

James

PhotographyRI

Perhaps not quite accurate, I believe I read that Kodachrome processing in Japan ends on

Dec. 20th. But close enough.

What am I after? For better or for worse, I want to see who is not using AF lenses for

weddings - I want to see some modern images of weddings that are taken in medium

format - I want to see if there are pros out there using the now defunct Contax line of

cameras. When I first picked up a hasselblad was the first time for me that I realized that

the quality of the image was entirely in my hands. It could be world class with no

reservations or it could be terrible and it would have nothing to do with the equipment.

I want to inspired by those photographers that are using some great equipment which isn't

of the most up-to-date nature. Weddings are beautiful events that lend themselves (in

the newer PJ style) to moving active photos. I want to be exposed (no pun intended) to

great images taken with this equipment. Sure, do I like Zeiss lenses? Yeah. But I don't

own them. I own Canon, Nikon, and Fuji equipment. But, I recognize the quality and want

to see the images and hear the stories.

So I don't want to knocked around for my curiosity - I just want to see the images and

hear the experiences.

Thanks Marc and everyone so far, I appreciate it.

James

cheap, quick solution that can get in awkward places - put some translucent mylar over a

flashlight. It may do the job for you (this of course depends on the size of the objects

we're talking about). It won't necessarily do the job for a reflective surface, but I used a

flashlight the only time I had to photograph an engine part for review and it did an alright

job. Mind you, this was for when the photograph didn't have to do anything aesthetically -

it just had to show the wear pattern on the engine. This was a non-reflective aircraft

engine part.

James

PhotographyRI

Alright Walter, I understand what you are saying. But, unless you are relating an experience

shooting with Zeiss lenses at a wedding or other professional function, lets let it go.

James

Lest this line on inquiry get hijacked, can we all agree that different manufacturers

produce goods with different characteristics. My question was and is regarding Zeiss

equipment in the field of wedding photography. This is of interest to me because of the

quality of the lenses, and also the fact that the majority of lenses are not auto-focus. I

want to know who's using them, and if you have examples of modern use, I would love to

see them.

keep it coming, thanks,

James

I am asking the question because there is some great glass out there that is manual focus

that may or may not be being used by professional photographers. Wedding photography

lends itself to autofocus, so I am curious to know who may be using manual focus lenses.

I ask about Zeiss, because I like their lenses and want to know where the 85 f1.2's out

there may be being used for pro photography.

James

PhotographyRI

As an aside, as someone who has studied recording - here is a note. Someone I know did

a test of monster cable because it was required by a band for recording when they came

to their studio. After a blind A/B test they decided that the cable made a difference.

Myself I like Canare, I am not a monster cable follower. Cable does make a difference,

though at some point good is good enough.

a matter of curiosity really -

With film on the decline, is anyone using Zeiss Hasselblad, Rollei, Contax, ZM, ZF, ZK, ZA, or Canon

mounted C/Y, lenses for professional wedding photography? I'm especially interested in know how the

manual focus lenses are working on the DSLR's for pro wedding shooters.

Pictures are welcome!

thanks,

James

PhotographyRI

A wedding photographer who's work is in a Hasselblad ad? You ought to give some

photographers here a run for their money. Very distinctive portfolio - I very much like the

contrast to the other portfolios I have seen here. I don't know how you market yourself in

italy, but really cutting out a niche will have to be your main goal here. Your style is not

universal (not for everyone), but I am sure that there are enough people in the larger

markets to be interested in a distinctive wedding look. good luck.

Worth it? You have to decide. Will it out-resolve the equivalent Nikon lens? From what

I've heard; it will. The 80mm f2.8 is said to resolve 160 lp/mm , which I believe is the

upper limit of Velvia film. I don't know that I have a Nikon lens that can give higher

resolution. Will it perform the same with a DX format sensor? I don't know. But, it's a

really good lens.

I think using the ZF line makes a lot of sense. But if you already have an 80mm f2.8 -

maybe you should give it a go. In practical terms: I believe you will need to use a tripod,

stop down to f5.6 or f8, and avoid vibrations to get the kind of resolution that the lens is

capable of. If you are shooting handheld in low light, it may not matter and you will be

better off with a faster lens.

James

PhotographyRI

if they do that; after I just bought my S5 I'm going to be bummed. But even if they announce

it, it will likely be a while before we see it for sale.

one note:

it says something about a February 2008 release date on the Japanese page.

James

PhotograpyRI

hah. I looked at the dpreview image and thought "who the heck is going to want a lens that

starts at f11 and goes to f16." whoops. I'll have to check it out when it comes out.

When I do a search with the search bar, it is coming back with links "with safesearch on." Given that I am

only interested in hits from this site, and I am not easily offended, I don't care to have safesearch on. How

do I modify my results to be unfiltered (and still use the photo.net search bar).

<p>According to an article posted on the <a href="http://luminous-landscape.com/essays/

hitched.shtml">luminous-landscape</a> site, Phase One and Mamiya have created a strategic alliance.

As part of this new arrangement, the two companies will be cooperating to create a new medium format

camera system. Of note, this will be an open system; other manufactorers will be able to create products

for it. It is apparent that this is a direct response to Hasselblad moving to closed system for its new

camera lines. Noted in the annoucement: Hasselblad V system lenses will be mountable on the new

camera via adapter.</p>

<p>

James<br>

PhotographyRI</p>

Kodak has announced the discontinuance of certain films as of December 2007.

<p>

<a href="http://www.kodak.com/global/en/professional/products/films/discontinuedNotice.jhtml?

id=0.2.26.14.25&lc=en">Kodak Announcement</a>

</p><p>

Of note is the end of infrared film production.

</p><p>

James<br>

PhotographyRI

A guy asked me today in Hunt's camera (I was a customer) about the Fuji S5 Pro which I picked up last

week. For me it is still too early to judge, but so far so good. Of interest is that the price has dropped

and there are now some tasy incentives.

Fuji dropped the S5 FROM $1899 TO $1699 and are now offering a free vertical grip and pantone Huey Pro

via online registration. What tipped the balance for me was that Hunt's offered an additional $200 off

during their annual sale, but I think there are still good deals to be had. Note: if you're going to buy the

camera, get the US packed camera body only and you can get the Huey and the grip for free. I think it's

going for $1599 on B&H. But, if you buy the Huey included package ($1699 at B&H) you can't get the free

grip (or at least that's what's implied by the fine print).

I'm sure a lot of people are debating what to do, especially with the D300 coming out soon. Personally, I

considered the cost and value for my needs and I don't need the megapixels as badly as I want the

dynamic range. At the end of the day the extras and price reduction are what tipped the equation for me.

Now I'm just looking for good RAW workflow solutions.

James

PhotographyRI

Interesting - but surely someone out there is using a system now? Does Bibble get the job

done? ACR? What's working?

I want to maximize the potential of the Fuji RAW file. I have seen many options - Bibble, ACR, HV-3, etc.

I have seen people pull two images of different exposures out of a single capture and HDR. What is the

best RAW editing program for the Fuji. I can't stand how slow the native Fuji software is, but I don't know

of a program that has the ability to actually utilize the expanded dynamic range of the camera. I'm on a

Macbook Pro, OSX 10.4.10.

Who's getting the most out of the dynamic range capabilities of this machine? How are you doing it?

thank you,

James

I tried it out as well over the weekend and I walked away with mixed feelings. On the one

hand - it is definitely a nice feeling camera. It seemed to do everything I wanted it to do very

well. But, on the other hand - I was under the impression that the promise of the 4/3rds

system was to create, among other things, lighter cameras. It is not a light weight super-dslr.

It is a moderate weight DSLR.

James

For a 500c I think I would pay less. I would recommend a 500cm or newer.

James

If you're shooting RAW and have no mechanical problems - how does the original Digital Rebel hold up

against newer Canon DSLRs (non-pro models)? Is the noise significantly reduced? What are the

advantages of the newer sensors (megapixels aside).

James

Neat, I have mine on order, should get it tomorrow.

James