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<p>Just got a new D300S and grip last week. I too am having problems with this tiny multi-selector button on the grip. I did as was advised here and reset the shooting menus on the camera. So far, that seems to be working - but I really have to push hard on the button to get it to move in any direction. But hey, at least it moves now. For the most part, I think I will end up using the selector on the camera since it is much easier to move around. The grip itself is awesome - I just don't like the multi-selector. But if anyone has tips to share on how best to navigate with it, please share. Thanks. </p>

'THEART" ... Does anyone know if he still posts here? I was a more active member many years ago - then a work

schedule prevented me from participating much. Anyway long story short, I enjoyed reading his posts as well as

corresponding on occasion with him and wondered if he was still around here. Thanks in advance.

I'll be traveling to the UK soon and have a question about charging my digital

camera batteries. Can anyone tell me whether I need a standard adapter or a

converter for use with the lithium-ion battery charger bc-400? Thanks in

advance.

Show off your favorite pet portrait - your own pet or someone

else's. Here is one of my favorites!<div></div>

I picked up a pkg of the Pro 400UC and scanned a roll. Sorry I don't have a digital camera, so I had to hold the roll on the scanner glass.<div></div>

Richard: I didn't say I bought either ... but they definitely had two distinct packages. One was 4 rolls of 400UC with a "bonus roll of 400UC Professional included free". That total cost was $8.44 for all 5 rolls. The other package distinctly said Professional 400UC - that was a 3 roll pkg for $11.94. Because they had two different packages, that is why I did a double-take and inspected both carefully. I was tempted to try it, but I have to admit I am a die-hard user of Fuji films - mainly Reala and NPS/NPH - depending on the shooting situation. Maybe I should have bought some to try.

Richard: Yes I am sure the 400UC was not HD. The HD packaging was on a peg next to the other two.

I've seen two versions at my local WM. One is labeled just as Kodak 400UC and that retails for $8.44 for 4 rolls of 24 exp [with a bonus roll of the professional 400UC 36 exp]. The other package is labeled as Kodak Professional 400UC - 3 rolls for $11.94.

Once again, thanks for all your helpful suggestions. I think for this project, the Pictorico paper will be more suitable. I'm going to order some now ...

Hi all,

I am working on a photo project and will need to print images from my

Epson printer using double sided paper - sort of book style. I've

used Epson Double Sided Matte paper in the past and the quality is

decent. However, I'd like something with a little heavier weight

than 47lbs -maybe a semi-gloss. Can anyone recommend such a paper?

I can't seem to find anything suitabe at the local stores [staples,

Office Max, etc.]

 

To give you a better understanding of my needs, I have been

photographing the construction of our new medical office buiding -

from the groundbreaking over a year ago - to its [near]completion.

The building should be done by late fall [fingers crossed]. My goal

is to put together a pictoral chronicle for the physician I work for,

who is the owner of the building. To date, I have taken hundreds of

photos and am in the process of sorting through them to get a good

representation. There have been several delays to the project over

the last couple of years for various reasons, but his dream is

finally very close to becoming a reality. He is such a wonderful

physician, so I'd like to give him this 'photo book'as a present. I

don't need fine-art like paper. I'd like to keep the cost somewhat

reasonable - while still being nice. Any suggestions?

Hi Again, Had to tell you that I ended up buying 50 Fast Digital Photo Techniques after all. The book reviews I read were positive for the most part - but there were some concerns that it had not been updated for elements 2.0. Thus, my hesitation in buying it. Well, my fears were unfounded ... that is one fantastic book, and I find it much simpler to use than the manual that comes with the software. So far, in addition to the basic exposure adjustments, I have added frames, stitched photos together through photomerges, created photo montages, etc. Basically I've lived at the computer for the whole weekend! Thanks for all your advice.

Thanks for your responses. I checked the link for 50 Fast Digital Photo Techniques, by G. Georges, and was ready to select this book. However, in looking at the reviews for it, some of the folks think it is too outdated. Was this book written for PSE 1.0? Does anyone know if there is an update? If not, then I'm going to get Photoshop Elements by Philip Andrews. Thanks for all your help.

 

Denise

Jack, thanks for your compliments. Everyone has been helpful in their recommendations and I've also found more helpful hints on Alaska travel in the Nature forum. I am learning a great deal and have so much more to learn. Just the research alone is an adventure! Next summer can't come fast enough for me. I'm sure I'll have many more questions before then. Thanks!

Hi All,

 

Here's my dilemna ... I just got a flatbed scanner that came with

photoshop elements (2.0), which is TOTALLY new to me. Admittedly, I

am really behind the times with this digital software stuff. In the

past, I have only used an old version of adobe photo deluxe 2.0 that

came with my previous scanner. I have some upcoming projects that

I'm sure could be better accomplished with the help of elements, but

I don't even know where to begin to use it. Can anyone recommend a

decent book that will help me to learn elements 2.0? I searched the

archives, but couldn't really find anything ... most of the posts

seemed to be from folks who already know how to use a digital

darkroom. Someone please tell me there is hope for me!

Thank you both for your responses. Louie, I think you are right - I am trying to cram in too much. Living in a New England city where everything is a hop, skip and a jump away, I tend to forget the vast travel distances in planning this Alaskan trip. Decisions, decisions ... As much as I would truly love to do Katmai - it is really cost prohibitive getting there. So, by default, I'm leaning more towards Denali and Seward. Will have to travel mid to late July or after, because I have a wedding I'm shooting on the 15th. So that also helps me to rule out Katmai for the bear/salmon run. I'm after quality photos - not quantity. I can tell I've got lots more research to do these next several months. But planning is half the fun!

I'm in the process of trying to put together trip plans for Alaska -

probably for next July or August. In an effort to make the most of

the trip, I'm looking for advice on the best places to see. My goal

is to photograph Mt. Mckinley, bears [other wildlife too, but

specifically bears] and glaciers. I hope to allow at least 10 days

[but not more than two weeks] for the entire trip. Is that enough

time to do Denali, Katmai and Kenai? Are there other/better

locations that will help me achieve my goals? I'll be driving and

thought that I might spend 2-3 nights in each of those areas. I won't

be camping - and will physically just be able to do relatively short

walks/hikes [less than 3 mi]. Also, I've read a little about

flightseeing tours - does anyone know much about them? Are they

worth the expense? For some of the stuff I hope to see, it seems

like the only way to do it [ie. mckinley flightseeing tour]

 

At the moment, I'm looking at a blank piece of paper, so I was hoping

to get recommendations from folks who have been there and done that -

to help me build a memorable trip.

 

Photo gear isn't an issue - I've got an array of lenses that cover

all angles of view, but I wonder if my 300mm lens will be long enough

for wildlife. I do have a 1.4 teleconverter that I could use. Film

speed recommendations would be helpful. Also, what sort of

clothing/outerwear gear will be best suited for July or August

travel? That might be a dumb question, but where I live - July and

August range between 80-100+ degrees. I don't want to pack shorts. t-

shirts and sandals when the weather calls for snow parkas, thermal

underwear and fur lined boots! I think you get the picture :-)

 

I realize this is a loaded request, so any info anyone is willing to

share would be most helpful and greatly appreciated. I'm totally

open to suggestions and look forward to your responses. Thanks a

bunch!

Thanks for sharing this info David. I live within driving distance of Fitchburg - about 1 1/2 away and think this would be a very worthwhile exhibit to visit. I love Adams' work and have been waiting patiently until the Adams 100 yrs exhibit comes out this way to NY. This will tide me over until then :-)

I have this camera as well as the manual for it. I could try to photo copy it for you and mail it to you. Email me separately if you are interested.

You first need to ask yourself why you need ALL your lenses for one hike. That seems like an awful lot of gear to carry around. I just took a trip to Yosemite in May and here's what I did: Had the Lowepro Trekker packed with all the gear - 2 bodies, 6 lenses and accessories. For each day's hike, I took from that pack and transferred just what I needed to the Lowepro Beltpack. That, plus tripod and film was just enough for one day. Worst case scenario - you could always go back to the car if you are missing something. I'm re-visiting Yosemite in October and plan to use the same method for packing equipment.

Matthew,

I have the Tamron 28-300 and have been quite pleased with it. I prefer to use my prime lenses the majority of the time, but this lens came in handy last year during a trip to the Grand Canyon. If you'd like to see a couple of 'fawn' photos taken with the Tamron, check out my folder from the Grand Canyon. I shot hand-held fully extended at 300mm - and have enlarged one to 11x14 size with no image quality loss.

To answer your question about 24mm vs. 28mm ... well, I have to say I got some great advice and went with the 24mm prime. I had used a 28-85mm macro lens and it is still among one of my favorite lenses. The 24mm gives you a slightly wider angle with no visible distortion. If you are deciding between the 28mm prime and 24mm prime ... without a doubt, go for the 24mm. It's a great quality lens that performs well and I take it with me everywhere.

Finally found the time to shoot a roll with my new lens. After reading the numerous responses here. I purchased the Minolta 24mm f/2.8. It performed very well - excellent sharpness, nice contrast, etc. I can see where this is going to become my new favorite landscape lens. Prior to this, I used my Minolta 28-85mm macro f/3.5-4.5 with very good results. But with the 24mm, I noticed that I paid more attention to composition. I also can see a visual difference between 24mm and 28mm. All in all, I am very pleased with my selection and just wanted to say thanks to everyone for the valuable advice and suggestions.<div></div>

I was in Sedona last August - and never saw any signs of wildlife. Like Alex said, it is mostly known for the beautiful landscapes and red rocks. I would leave the 500mm home and take a wide angle and maybe a medium tele.

After all this helpful advice, I think a visit to Yosemite in late April/early May would best suit the types of photos I hope to take. I've ordered 2 books from B&N - including the one by 'Michael Frye' that was highly recommended - I'm just waiting for the order to arrive. Once I get those, I may order one or two more right from the Yosemite website. Also got my questions answered in another thread - about which wide angle lens would be best for Yosemite. Looks like things are starting to fall into place ... I'd better start saving my pennies! Thanks again for all the advice.

Well, after carefully reading through this thread again, I think I will go with the 24mm 2.8. It seems the prime has received better reviews than the 20-35mm. In addition, as more people responded to this thread, the odds seemed to favor the 24mm over the 20-35mm. I guess it all comes down to a matter of personal choice. The price is in the ballpark of what I was looking to spend. And, most importantly, it will suit my needs. Thanks to everyone for your very helpful suggestions.