tom_nardi

<p>My apologies if this is newbie question. I've searched on-line and haven't been able to find an answer.<br>

If I view an image (RAW, JPEG, PSD) in Adobe Bridge or Camera RAW it looks completely different than if I view the image in Lightroom, CS4 or even Windows Photo Gallery.<br>

I assume that every image should look the same, regardless of which program I use to view the images. I'm trying to learn a good work-flow and I've gotten comfortable editing photos in camera raw, however once I open the image in CS4 they look washed out.<br>

Any thoughts? Much appreciated.</p>

<p>Tom</p>

<p>Thanks for all the suggestions.<br /> <br /> I wish their website was clearer with regards to what equipment is allowed. The most detailed information I can find is: "Photography for personal use is permitted, but flash photography is not permitted at Canada Hockey Place, Pacific Coliseum, Richmond Olympic Oval, UBC Thunderbird Arena and The Whistler Sliding Centre."<br /> <br /> Their site also indicates that bags are allowed, "but they must fit under your seat." Without knowing exact dimensions I'm going to take my smaller bag, which doesn't hold much.<br /> <br /> <br /> I agree a 300 2.8 or even a 70-200 2.8 looks professional. I was planning to buy the 70-200 f4 later this year. Maybe I should just purchase it now. It might be better to give up 1-stop and have a smaller, more concealable lens. <br /> <br /> I also like the idea of possible renting the equipment up there. That would save me money, especially if I couldn't get into a venue with a lens I would only be out the cost of a 1-day rental vs. having unusable equipment for two week.<br /> <br /> Thanks again,<br>

<br /> Tom<br /></p>

<p>Hello everyone,<br>

<br /> I'm debating about heading up to Vancouver for the Olympics. I found accommodations and I figured I would just purchase tickets to various events when I get there. I am open to seeing pretty much anything. I understand that on a somewhat limited budget I'm not going to see the medal rounds for the most popular events.</p>

<p>Assuming that I will have bad seats for the popular events and decent seats for unpopular events I'm trying to decide what equipment I should rent. From searching the Olympics' site I haven't found any restrictions on equipment. The only restriction I've found is that it has to be for personal use. I just don't want to have any problems where they assume my equipment is for commercial use. I'll have a monopod and tripod, but I'm going to assume I will not be allowed to use the tripod indoors.</p>

<p>I currently shoot with a Rebel XTi and 17-55 2.8. I have a slow 28-200 which I do not want to use. I am considering the following:</p>

<p>An extra body such as a 50D or 7D. I love my camera but I want something that can shoot more fps and something that can handle higher ISO. Even shooting wide open, using semi--fast shutter speed (1/250) leads to having to use ISO 800-1600 which is too noisy.</p>

<p>Lenses:<br>

100-400 - I love the range, but I think it will be too slow. Although with a better camera this might work.</p>

<p>70-200 2.8 - I think this one of my better options, especially if I also bring the 1.4 converter.</p>

<p>300 2.8 - Probably my best option, especially considering I'll probably be far away. Unfortunately this is also the most expensive option.</p>

<p>135 2.0 - I think the limited focal length outweighs the extra stop, although I have heard this is a great lens.</p>

<p>Any thoughts?</p>

<p>I'm also considering driving through Yellowstone on my way to Vancouver. Ideally if I am renting all this equipment I want to get as much use out of it as possible. So please consider that I will probably explore Yellowstone and / or the pacific NW when making suggestions. <br /> <br /> Thanks for all the suggestions,<br /> <br /> Tom<br /> <br /></p>

<p>In addition to what's mentioned above the 580 also offer stroboscopic mode, which fires the flash multiple times during a single exposure. You might never need this feature, but I have seen some nice creative shots done with it.<br>

The 580 is also weather sealed when used with a weather sealed body.<br>

IMO if somone doesn't have a flash I would suggest the 580. Since it sounds like you already have a 430 I would only upgrade if you are looking to add an extra flash, or if you feel your shots would benefit from increased power. </p>

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<p>IMO it is not worth carrying the extra flash. I think you will be fine with your SB800. <br />I was in Costa Rica about two years ago. At the Monteverde preserve they had numerous feeders set-up. I used a 100 2.8 macro w/o flash on a 1.6 crop camera and I was very happy with the results. The birds seemed to be very comfortable with humans around. To get my shots I would walk up to a feeder, which scared away the birds. I would then pre-focus and wait. Within 30-60 seconds the birds would start coming back. </p>

<p>Throughout the trip I did see some other hummingbirds. I found that when they were flying around from plant to plant it was very difficult to track them. Having an established feeder for them to return to made it much easier to get good close-ups.<br />Two other suggestions:<br />1 – In Arenal if possible try to tour the volcano at dusk. The volcano is constantly erupting however the side it erupts from changes. Basically there is a side of the volcano where the town and hotels are located and then there is a side that faces into a park. When I was there it was only erupting on the park side. When it erupts it shoots out rocks, which glow red at night. The tour we were on left the park before dusk. My only regret is not being able to get some long exposure night shots of the eruptions. Hopefully you’ll be lucky and be able to see them from your hotel. <br />2 – In Arenal make sure to visit the hot springs. <br />If you have any other questions about CR just let me know. HTH.<br />Enjoy your trip<br />Tom</p><div></div>

Bob - thank you very much for that detailed response. I've always wanted to do the stratosphere, and I didn't even know about the Bellagio's conservatory.

Thanks for the suggestions. I guess as far as the weather is concerned this isn't really the best time of year to go. Oh well.

Tom

Hello everyone,

First I want to say thanks to everyone who makes this forum what it is. I?ve

really learned a lot.

I?m going to be in Las Vegas this weekend and I?m looking for some ideas of

good photo locations. I tried searching this forum but I didn?t come across

much.

I?ve taken pictures there before so I?m looking for something different than

the usual hotel pictures. I?m staying on the strip and I?m not going to have a

rental car. So ideally I?ll need to be able to walk or take a cab to any

destination.

I?m looking for any suggestions. However, I?d love to find a place to capture

either the sun rising or setting, with the skyline in the background,

preferably in a relatively safe part of town, especially if I have to get there

before dawn.

I?d also like to experiment with taking some night photos of all the lights.

I?ve never been to the Fremont Experience but from what I?ve read it seems like

it would be worth checking out.

Thanks for the suggestions

Tom