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<p>I am in the process of starting my own business as a commercial photographer. I have finished the contents of my website but think it might make sense to have someone review it, not only for grammar but also for 'advertising impact'. Of course the person would have to be familiar with the photography industry -- so I guess my question is, are there people who do this for a living? Where would I look? As pro's: what did you do?</p>

<p>Thanks -- they are on order!</p>

<p>I've been out of work for quite some time and have considered turning my many decades of photography experience into a business. My experience in commercial photography has been either been 'as favors' or for my employers so, I admit, I know little about "usage rights", etc -- except what I have gleaned from the internet or forums, such as these. <br>

I am in the process of developing my Proposal form and planned to incorporate information on the form that would allow the client to select the type of usage rights they would like to purchase. But after hours of searching (including the many suggested sites on this forum for similar type questions) I can not seem to find enough information, in simple legal format, that I can use. It would not have to be free -- I would not mind paying for it if it was what I was looking for -- but all of the sites that give you a preview before you buy did not seem to contain what I am looking for. Perhaps my search criteria is not specific enough. To be honest, I'm not even sure I know what I should be looking for, since I'm not exactly sure what usage rights would be applicable under various types of assignments. <br>

Initially I had planned on just providing the images that the client contracted me to provide, with me retaining my copyright rights -- as I saw no need to limit their use of them, as long as I was given credit for them. But reading over many articles and postings, it appears that just isn't the way it's done. So any direction would be greatly appreciated! Thx!</p>

<p>Thanks for your feedback for the prime 300 -- but, to be honest -- as much as I love my other primes -- there are times in the field when you just don't have the option of moving and a good zoom in the bag is 'just what the doctor ordered'. I do not think I would use a prime at that length too often and would probably not bother to take it with me -- unless I was sure I was 'going for wildlife'. I am looking for a quality zoom that can be ready to go for just about any subject. When I'm traveling 'light', I carry my primes for those times when I know exactly what my subject is going to be (i.e., my 20mm or my 105 micro) and I'm prepared to set up for it. But I would also like to have one good zoom for those times when 'anything may happen' and my 70-210 is fine for just that purpose -- but a xx - 300(or 400) would be even sweeter!</p>

<p>Since there is nothing wrong with your D70 and you still like it, I would get a full-frame model next and have the D70 in the bag for DX work. </p>

<p>I'm using an older AF Nikkor 105mm 2.8D on my D3s -- and it is as incredible as it was with my film SLR Nikon. And the range is great for 'end-to-end' sharpness -- to f/32.</p>

<p>I have a 70-210mm consumer-grade Nikkor lens for my 'general photography', but am finding myself wishing for a little more (zoom up to 300mm) -- I photograph scenics and some wildlife. I have only Nikkor lens for my D3s, but would be willing to try a 3rd party lens if there was a consensus out there that felt one was superior in sharpness (most important) to the Nikon -- when comparing apples to apples. My other lenses (all prime) are minimum 2.8s -- so, sure I would like a fast lens -- but can live with 4.0 (my 70 - 210 is a 4.0 - 5.6, so definitely nothing slower than a 4.0). Is there anyone out there that has a 300 zoom that blows you away? Thanks!</p>

<p>Thx, Ed -- I DO appreciate the response -- but I'm not sure this will help. Once this ballhead is tightened to the tripod it can no longer be adjusted. Sure, when I unlock the ballhead it swivels in any direction, but I always like to keep my 'vertical adjustment space/bar' in between two legs, in case I have a long lens or want to shoot straight down. Without this adjustment capability I can not seem to do this. I was hoping that someone knew if Gitzo (or Manfrotto) made a "adapter" of such that I could not retain my full swivel capability. Yes, spending $300 is an option --- but would you if an adapter was available that made your ballhead fully functional? :-)</p>

<p>Kalon,<br>

Are you sure that the Flashpoint that you are looking at will be sufficient? It only has a max load weight of less than 10 pounds -- with that zoom lens, camera, and head, I think you may be pushing the limits of the Flashpoint. I don't know for sure as I have not checked the specs, but a 300mm zoom is usually quite substantial weight-wise. Tally up the total weight of your heaviest gear and add 30 percent to ensure the stability will be there when you need it.</p>

<p>I recently purchased a Gitzo GT2531 and planned to use my Manfrotto ballhead, that I had on my Manfrotto tripod, on the Gitzo. The tripod bit the dust, but the head is still fine and although neither have any information on them, my dealer where I originally purchased it from said the ballhead is rated for the load weight of the tripod (26#) so there should not be any issues there. However, once I attached the Manfrotto ballhead to the Gitzo tripod I realized I have a dilemma -- the Manfrotto ballhead actually rotated due to an adjustment knob on the original tripod, and not the head itself. I would sure like to keep the ballhead, so I was wondering if there is an component that could be purchased to bring back my rotating functionality?<br>

Thank you! </p>