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True, the store labs are closing down, but you can still get your printing done and delivered. I did a quick estimation of the gas it costs to run up to the one Costco that had the in-store lab open, and the cost of delivery... turns out its a wash.
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<p>Tentatively, sometime in the early to mid-2017, planning to go to Iceland for exploration, and mainly the photography, and socialize with the, from what I understand, very nice people of Iceland.<br> Trying to decide what's a good month to travel there. There are certain advantages to going in the early part of the year, as it would allow for a better chance of catching the Auroras, but then again, want to be able to travel around (Ring Road for the most part) without having to worry too much about the inclement weather.<br> So the basic question is what's a good month to travel through Iceland, that's a compromise of weather, available light, catching Auroras, etc... April, May, June, or later. <br> Hope to come away with a few good photographs at the end of the trip.<br> Any advice on timing of year to go there, as well as finding deals flying out of D.C. or N.Y.C. would be greatly appreciated. </p> <p>Cheers</p>
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<p>To the OP - a few years back, I had bought the Nikkor 85mm f/1.4; after about 1 year, it started giving me trouble. I was getting wild exposures (4 to 5 stops over exposure). Long story short, it turned out the issue was with the lens. The blades were getting stuck. Sent it off the Nikon, and got it back in about 2 weeks. All was fixed.<br> So, it had nothing to do with the camera; that might or might not be the case with your situation; check your lens though; check several other lenses as a means of eliminating the possibility of whether it's the lens or the camera.</p> <p> </p>
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<p>Kenneth - I'm not a "professional" by definition. But I do want a professional quality product (album), as my images are up to snuff.<br> What options are there for the so called Professional. I'm willing to pay for genuine quality.</p>
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<p>elp... HELP!!!</p> <p>Need to print a good quality wedding album... not sure where to start. I have the pictures edited and saved, but what sites are good. I know there's a lot to consider... <br> -Good quality printing<br> -Software to put an album together<br> -Customer Service<br> - Price<br> - Options for layout / editing<br> etc</p> <p>Anyone print a 100+ page book, of good quality result. I am not sure how many pages it will turn out to be, but I'm expecting more than 100 pages.</p>
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<p>I am considering a 13" MBP with Retina (Early 2015) revision. Just not sure about what processor and RAM option to spec out.<br> As of this post (dated June 11th, 2015)... I am looking at the following: all items are on Apple's site.<br> - MBP 13" i5 2.9GHz w/512GB SSD and 8GB RAM --- this would be my base model I would ocnsider ($1799)<br> - 3.1GHz add $200 (is the faster processor worth the $200 / any realization of the uptick)?<br> - 16GB add $200 (my last desktop PC had 16GB; everything ran smoothly).<br> - 1TB PCIe Flash drive add $500 (ouch). I like to dump a lot of content on my portable devices (pdf book / movies / music). Alternatively, I could carry a 2TB WD HD with me ($100), and not worry about getting the 1TB drive.<br> Main usage is Lightroom and very little photoshop. Plan is to keep it for 5 to 6 years, if possible. Future software will make greater demands on the machine. I always try to future proof what I buy now, and keep until it (laptop / cameras / electronics in general) breaks. Currently, I use a Nikon D800e (~74MB RAW files); future camera, I would expect to have higher and higher file sizes to deal with (goes w/o saying).<br> Any advice on the processor / RAM and Flash drive, and just a general discussion of what others are buying when considering Lightroom / Photoshop usage on their MBP 13".<br> Cheers</p>
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<p>I have the Lowepro X200 roller carry-on and the Lowepro Pro Trekker 400. Fantastic cases in every way possible, but too big for my intended purpose for the upcoming trip. These cases hold everything (I think including the kitchen sink), but alas, they are too big. I'm wanting to find a backpack so I can take it with me w/o having to check it in. <br> I have done my due diligence with weights and measures, as I do for everything under the sun. The ThinkTank Commuter, as far as I see / find, is going to fit everything I want to carry, and still be w/i size and weight restrictions, as a personal carry-on bag.<br> My understanding is that if it "looks" close to what the size should be, you're probably ok, but they do check the weight. I usually make sure to be at least 10% under the max weight limit, for all my baggage, checked-in or carry-on. </p>
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<p>Hello Everyone,<br> Going on a trip soon, and need to carry a good portion of my equipment with me. Although I have the Lowepro X200 roller bag, it's too big to fit under the seat, and they charge extra for anything you check-in. I'm already checking in a regular suitcase with clothes/etc. This is a local (U.S.) flight on a small commuter airline. The size for the personal carry-on is: 18"x8"x14".<br> The one option I am looking at is the ThinkTank Airport Commuter (backpack). It's external dimension are: 18"x8.5"x12.5". I think the 1/2" on the middle dimension can get through the airport gustapo (maybe).<br> Can anyone advise on the ThinkTank Commuter; what their experience is with it, or some other similar carry-on sized bag (backpack) or even a bag that is small, yet has wheels.<br> I need to get something ordered from Amazon or B&H quick (within the next few days) to get it in my hand before the trip.<br> Any advice / help is greatly appreciated.</p> -- hide signature -- <p>I'm taking along:<br> - Bodies: D90 & D800E<br> - Lenses: 160-600, 14-24, 24-70<br> - Flash: SB910<br> - Accessories: rechargers, cables, memory cards<br> - Laptop: 13" laptop & small WD Passport HD, chargers, cables, mini iPad</p>
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In the Lr6 Stand Alone version, the HDR and Pano works just fine.
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<p>Over the years, I've learned / been taught that a good pleasing portrait is one that is not always dead nuts tack sharp, except of course for the eyes. With a Nikon D800E and say Nikkor 85mm f/1.4, you get some razor sharp detail of the entire face, with all it's glorious details. This is not always pleasing, right?<br> Or is getting absolute sharpness really the only thing that makes for a good portrait and photograph in general. I personally don't think so. To me, content is king, however, I have discussion with others that think 'sharpness' is all that matters.<br> What do you people on this forum think. </p>
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Biggest Rolling and/or Backpack Camera for Internation Travel
sridip_nag1 replied to sridip_nag1's topic in Accessories
<p>Edward - I'm going to check out the "Airport Communter", as you mentioned above. I've been looking more and more at the ThinkTank as well as the smaller Lowepro (X100) roller cases as a possible option (rollers). But then again, I think you've got the right idea about rollers cases in general.<br> Right now, it's up in the air, as far as roller or strictly back-pack.<br> It's a double-edged sword... nice to have lots of choices / bad to have so many choices... </p> -
Biggest Rolling and/or Backpack Camera for Internation Travel
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<p>Craig - as mentioned, I have the Lowepro X200. It's the medium size (X100, X200, X300, but there might be another larger size... not sure off the top of my head). Anyway, the X200 is fantastic, but it's a NO-GO as far as taking it internationally. It does have one design element that is quite nice IMO. You can take the internal compartment out and it has backpack straps to make it into... a backpack. </p> -
<p>Where to start....</p> <p>I have a few camera bags... a small shoulder carry used for stree photography; a large shoulder carry that I use for weddings / events... holds aboslutely everything, including the kitchen sink and bathtub; a Lowepro Flipside 400; a Lowepro AllTrekker 400; and finally, a Lowpro X200 (wheeled) case. All are great, and all get used in one way or another.<br> But, need to find a rolling case or a large backpack (larger than the Flipside 400) that is compliant with all International carry-on specifications.<br> The things I will carry / or intend to carry as of right now.<br> - full size dSLR<br> - 14-24 lens<br> - 24-70 lens<br> - 70-200 lens<br> - 2xTC<br> - Flash (large) w/sync cord<br> - Cleaning accessories (blower / liquid / cleaning cloth)<br> - Filters (vND / CPL, etc) in a multi-filter case<br> - rechargeable AA batteries / extra battery for the dSLR<br> - Memory card case<br> - Protective rain case for camera body/lens<br> - Tripod & BH (packed in a larger suitcase)<br> - small laptop possibly to fit in the bag (like 13" MBP or MS Surface 3)</p> <p>No doubt, I'm forgetting a few other essentials, but this is what I can think of right now.<br> What bag is going to fit all of the above and still meet at carry-on requirements in the US and International?<br> Cheers</p>
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<p>Edward Ingold,<br> "If the OP is thinking of getting a BH55 in the future, why wait."<br> <br> The "OP" (me), has no issue with getting a BH55, but the thing to keep in mind is that I'm looking for something light weight. The BH I currently have weight nearly 1.5 lbs. Looking for something lighter than this, BUT fully capable of supporting the 70-200 (my heaviest lens while traveling overseas). With that said, yes, I would have to agree that the BH-40 may be the ticket. I will need to check the weight of it with the varying clamp options.</p>
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<p>David Henderson - I have been looking at the RRS BH-40. I want to eventually get the BH-55, and really move to RRS legs and full size BH, but for (now) travel, I need to get something small. The BH-40 might work. </p>
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<p>DJM von Weinberg,<br> Sorry, but haven't made it a priority of mine to know every single "policy" of this site. I will TRY to remember this the next time... <br> Anyway, your recommendation for a pistol grip is a little off. Per the OP, I need a "BALLHEAD", and a "small" one at that. I have two larger / full size ones that more than do that job, but are heavy AND already big. Yes, the Manfrotto 322RC2 might work. I'll take a look at that. Thanks for the input. </p>
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<p>Can anyone recommend a light / small, yet fully capable ballhead (BH) that can support a (Nikon) 70-200 f/2.8 lens? If it can hold the 70-200 in place, it will do so equally/better for the 24-70 and 14-24 (Nikkors).<br />I have much heavier BHs, but the issue is they are "heavy". I want something light, but capable.<br> Cheers</p>
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<p>to the OP: I am going to find out. I plan to carry my (Nikkor) 14-24, 24-70 and said "70-200", all f/2.8 lenses, along with accessories galore.</p>
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<p>Can anyone recommend a light / small, yet fully capable ballhead (BH) that can support a (Nikon) 70-200 f/2.8 lens? If it can hold the 70-200 in place, it will do so equally/better for the 24-70 and 14-24 (Nikkors).<br> I have much heavier BHs, but the issue is they are "heavy". I want something light, but capable.<br> Cheers</p>
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<p>Eric - the trip itself will be somewhat expensive. If I could manage, I would get the Sony A7r, along with a lens or two, and get to work. But that's not going to happen for this trip. Anyway, I don't want to be a wimp about it:) Let's just see if I can manage a trip with the D800 and 3 lenses, and not pull out my back. </p>
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<p>Ok, Eric... for my tentative upcoming trip, I do not plan to get a Sony or any other new body/lens system, but perhaps for future trips I may consider it.<br> My current thought is to buy something like the Sony A7r or the newly to be released A9 (not sure of specs... just hearing some rumors... be that as it may), for future trips. So for now, it's going to be the D800E + lenses, etc...</p>
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<p>Eric - how does your mirrorless cameras do with regard to DR vs dSLR (i.e. D800E which I use)?</p>
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<p>Keith L.<br> I do not disagree with you about your assesment about a "strudy" tripod, at all. In fact, I advocate and also preach to other, along the same lines. However, for all practicality, traveling with family, luggage (other than my camera gear), kids (they are still quite young and need looking after), something has to give. Yes, would love to just hire a coolie (a porter in India) and have him carry everything for me. But really, I'm my own porter, and the wife/kids ain't gonna do it.<br> I've been making use of this puny $100+ tripod for about 1.5 years now. There have been a few instances of slight wind while I was shooting, and I've compensated (dampened) for the wind by hanging the my camera-backpack at the bottom of the tripod's hook. Did it do the trick (for 10 to 20 sec +/- shots). Some instances, yes, and some no.<br> About the truck going by and rattling the light weight tripod vs the heavy weight tripod. Sorry, but I must disagree there. The truck passing by (if fast enough), may possibly knock over your entire camera/lens/tripod setup; it will also possibly create enough of a vibration, that your heavy duty (no matter how heavy) in the road to ruin the shot. Even the heavies tripod has it's limitations. <br> For $100+ IS a compromise, of "form, fit and function". </p>
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<p ><a href="/photodb/user?user_id=4163560">Keith L</a> , Feb 16, 2015; 02:35 a.m.</p> <p>One more thing... With the D800e and ANY ONE of your f.28 zooms, you have roughly $4k worth of gear. And you are supporting that with a $100 tripod?????????</p> -------------------------------------------------------------------- Keith - I've had zero issues putting any one of those lenses on the $100+ tripod. It has the weight capacity rating (i.e. I go for 2x the rated load as a measure of what is acceptable to me). I've read plenty of failures, in that camera/lens and tripod blows over, even though it was a top rated ($600 to $1200) tripod being used. The so called failures, mostly happen, because of inattention. Not the triopod itself (there are always exceptions). People are not careful. There is a tendency to believe, and blame, the equpment. Most of the time, it's not the equipment, but simple 'user error'. Can it happen to me? Sure can. But it can happen on my current $100+ tripod, or my CF Benro full size tripod. Accidents are just that... accidents!!!
