jon_kobeck1

I have a PME90 that I just picked up. I am using a split image Acute Matte screen (with the grid). Is this ok or do I

need the Regular Acute Matte D screen?

FYI I went with a 501C/M from David Odess. It was listed in like new condition, and he refurbs them

anyway. So that will probably become the main camera and the current 501C will become the back-

up.

I thought it was better to spend a few extra bucks for the latter model, and since he gives everything a

CLA it just made sense.

Ok now THIS is VERY interesting!!! The reason I posted this thread is because I was contemplating

buying THAT camera that Ken is referencing in the Ebay auction that is for sale by KEH. It was only

$369.99 and I thought a good deal, but I didnt see the D cut outs on the screen so questioned its

legitimacy.

FYI I ended up buy a 501CM from David Odess in like new condition. That comes with the Acute

Matte D screen.

I had the 50CF and thought it to be a little wide for my interiors. It seemed to distort at times with

people. The 60 may be an option, although very close to the 80.

Barry cool video.

But I could never understand the need for the winder. It seems like it adds alot of extra weight and

bulk. It just seems better to work the crank, imo.

I notice he was using a prism with no meter. right now I have been happy with the standard finder, but

I do plan to add a metered prism for the outdoor work.

Im using a 501C with mostly an 80mm lens for most of my fine art work. I also own the 150mm lens which seems

better for exterior photos where as I use the 80 for interiors as my "normal" lens. I tried the 50, its just too wide for

my style. So I am happy to own just those two lenses.

After exploring the possibilities of a different camera (fuji, bronca) for everyday use, something to knock around

with, put in the car, etc, I decided to stay with the same system and maybe add on to it. But having just one body is

probably not the best idea anyway, always good to have backups.

The 501C that I bought was in mint condition and hardly used as was the lens, so it wasn't cheap. And being the

fanatic that I am, I still had it professionally serviced.

So for a body to bang around with, maybe with the 150mm lens living on it, what would you recommend? Should I

look for another 501 or should I go down a step to the 500?

Even though I say its to "bang around" I still need something reliable and of high quality. The 501C that I have is

more for the indoor portraits and this added body would be for outdoor stuff.

Thanks!

Oh sorry, this thread is on fire I see!

Well, I believe the real reason I am thinking is because I am getting tired of having to carry a meter. I

miss AP. But maybe thats not good enough reason to change systems. Perhaps I should try one of

those Hassy finders with the built in meter? Although I understand they are heavy

I am interested in picking up a 67. I am currently using the Hasselblad system but want something more portable.

The Blad 501 that I currently use is great, and I love shooting square, but its awkward to hold off the tripod I find.

Where-as the Pentax with the wooden grip seems a little easier to use on the fly.

Part of my concern is, I am so used to seeing in the square format will I be able to go back and forth to the 6 X 7.

Another reason I am considering the 67 is the built in meter on the 67II.

With the Hasselblad I do mostly environmental portrait work and one lens is almost glued to the body (the 80mm).

I suspect that will be a similar case with the Pentax.

And yes I have considered the Mamiya 6 but my concern is that its a rangefinder and I have no experience using

rangefinders.

Anyway, just throwing some thoughts out there

Marc I agree. the last weeding I did I remember there was a teenage boy following me around asking

all kinds of questions about my camera and lenses etc. He was the only one who cared about the gear

lol.

Well heres the thing. I have shot weddings a few years ago with my then Canon 5D. Today with digital

cameras every consumer has access to the same cameras. I see plenty of amateurs walking around

Times Square every day with $3000.00 cameras. So saying that the gear is going to make you look

more professional? I dont think thats a valid argument anymore. Its not like years ago with film, when

you pulled out a Hasselblad and everyone went OOOOOOO and AHHHHHHH what is that? What kind

of strange camera is that? Oh you MUST be a PRO?

DSLRs are common and everyplace. I guarantee that someone at that wedding reception owns a 5D.

or similar. Unlike a Leica etc. So I am thinking that it may even work to the advantage of the

photographer to be a little different from the crowd, to try to stand out. IQ wise the smaller cameras are

just about on par with the full frame models.

This whole conversation is starting to remind me why I didnt pursue weddings to begin with :)

Terry Richardson, although not a wedding photographer, used a cheap Yashica T4 for his Vogue

Magazine covers didn't he? Most of his counterparts in the fashion industry were using medium

format Hasselblads. Was he viewed as unprofessional? I think it worked to his advantage by not being

like everyone else.

People make pictures, not cameras.

Frank I disagree with your comments. I have exhibited my work in museums and galleries world wide.

I have a masters degree in fine art photography. So I like to consider myself somewhat "professional".

What I fiind to be more of a "joke" are the photographers who think its all about the gear, or the size of

the lens and camera. The camera doesn't make the photograph, I make the photograph. The camera

is just a tool. But hey, if having a huge DSLR with a big grip and strobe help make you feel more

secure and professional, then by all means enjoy yourself.

With that said, I know one woman in Brooklyn who shoots weddings with a Holga (thats a toy camera).

It costs about $20.00.

I am thinking about trying my hand once again at wedding and event photography. My question is, is a DSLR

mandatory these days? Back when I was doing it part time I had a 5D. today for my fine art work I use medium

format film, a Hasselblad system. Are there any wedding photographers using mirror-less smaller cameras? Im

thinking about the new Fuji X line. I belive the IQ is in line with my old 5D and its so much easier and fun to work

with.

Take a look at my work here: http://www.johnkobeck.com

Personally I prefer the aesthetics of film. As a fine art photographer, I like the "look" of film. To me, digital looks too clean,

too perfect and too sterile. Film with all its imperfections, is more attractive to my eye. And I don't care one bit about

pixels, resolution and all that jazz. Digital is conveninet but in my opinion film just looks right. I guess if I was shooting

weddings or stuff like that I would need the speed of digital. Here is my website with a recent film project

http://www.johnkobeck.com

I am actually thinking about going back to 35mm from MF film because it cost me the same $20.00 to get a roll of 10 MF

scanned or a roll of 36 in the case of 35mm........:

Is the sensor in this camera similar to the X100s sensor? I read that the X1-Pro IQ is very similar to full frame DSLR

sensors

I don't get it? Why is this camera cheaper? I'm looking for either one of these or possibly the X100. I really wish they updated THAT

camera. I don't need interchangeable lenses and a 50mm normal lens is all I mostly use

I send it all out to Northcoast. The enhanced scans are marvelous and cheap. About $20 a roll with processing. It's just

not worth my time to try to do it myself, and I can not get the same quality with my Epson flatbed that they get. And they

just updated all their equipment

"There is a simple way to tell if a Mac is in full sleep or not. If the login screen comes up immediately, then only the

monitor is asleep. If it takes at least a couple seconds, the computer was asleep"

I have an SSD so it comes up almost instantly. That's a hard one to use

So as advised here, I'm leaving my new iMac on 24/7 and its energy settings are set to default so it goes to sleep after a few minutes of

inactivity, I. Otice even after sleeping all night, when I touch the top of the machine it's a little warm. Is this normal?

I just upgraded to LR4 from LR3. I see I still have LR3 in my applications. should I delete that file? I also have multiple

LR catalogs. Im not sure if its safe to delete those or not. If I delete different LR catalogs will that also remove the

files?

I am moving my lightroom catalog from an external drive to my new 2T internal drive. when I open my current external

drive to locate Lightroom I notice I have multiple catalogs. Im not quite sure how this happened. Is there any way to

condense all and delete any redundant catalogs? Of course I dont want to loose any files. I took a screen shot to give

you a look

I bit the bullet and went with a 256 SSD and 2T HD. The 2T HD is probably overkill because my entire photo catalog is

only about 500mb in in size, but the extra 1T was only $150 more so I'm thinking maybe in the future