The Photography Discussion Thread

[NSXType-R]

Originally Posted by cmcpokey

i think the point is to be able to use it in a no lighting scenario. the press release said it can capture images in light so low the human eye can't discern shapes. i bet the noise would be fierce, but thats not the point.

I'm not exactly sure what it's useful for. I mean, with my D40 and the 35mm 1.8, I can pretty much photograph a nigh time street scene with minimal light at ISO 3200. Handheld.

And with a D3s, I'm not sure why you'd want such high ISOs anyway. You probably aren't using a D3s without a 24-70 2.8, 14-24 2.8 or a 70-200 2.8 anyway. ISO 6400 should be more than enough. Unless there's a really cool slow lens, I don't see its use.

But again, I bet Nikon really outdid themselves again. High ISO noise probably has improved again. I'm happy they're not going with the megapixel wars. I won't be printing massive anytime soon.

Like you said, the pro photographer will somehow find a use for it.

[LeonOfTheDead]

Originally Posted by NSXType-R

But again, I bet Nikon really outdid themselves again. High ISO noise probably has improved again. I'm happy they're not going with the megapixel wars. I won't be printing massive anytime soon.

I enjoy massively to zoom high-res images though

[NSXType-R]

Originally Posted by LeonOfTheDead

I enjoy massively to zoom high-res images though

Then the D3x would be the camera for you.

[LeonOfTheDead]

I just noticed that when I shot in JPEG, the file after resizing and the watermark ends up being considerably larger than if I originally took it in NEF, and then resized, watermarked and JPEGed.

I thought it was weird, that's it.

[clutch-monkey]

looking to get better aerial shots chaps..

Air2Air Draganflyer X6

[ScionDriver]

So I bought my Canon 7D last week and I love it so far, expect that I can't open my RAW images w/ my old Photoshop CS2. Any way around this or do I have to open them with the slow and clunky Canon software and convert them to a CS2 readable format?

[NSXType-R]

Originally Posted by ScionDriver

So I bought my Canon 7D last week and I love it so far, expect that I can't open my RAW images w/ my old Photoshop CS2. Any way around this or do I have to open them with the slow and clunky Canon software and convert them to a CS2 readable format?

You probably need to update Photoshop CS2 like crazy. They need drivers so that the program can be compatible with the files.

[NSXType-R]

Just a bit of an update-

Nikkon released 2 new lenses-

AF-S NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G ED from Nikon

AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR from Nikon

Wish I could afford them both and put them on a FX camera!

[LeonOfTheDead]

In a couple of weeks or so I'll attent the Geneva auto show, and I'm slightly preoccupied by the battery of our Nikon D40.
I've already attended events where I shotted tons of shots, enough to get a memory card of 4 gb and an additional card worth 2 gb both full.
On the other hand in those cases most shots were taken without the use of the flash, while I suppose that won't be the case at Geneva.

So two questions.
The first is for those who has already been there or to other auto shows. Wouter, Pieter, talking to you, is the use of the flash "mandatory" to get decent shots?

Second question, in case I'd need a second battery, should I settle for an OEM product or any of those non-OEM batteries on Ebay should do the job?
I noticed the price of the batteries on Ebay can be extremely low, and in that case I'd not be pissed if the battery wouldn't last more than two charges. I don't really need a second battery (if not in this case or the few future similar events), so I don't feel like spending a "fortune" on a battery would be my cup of tea.

Tips would be welcomed, cookies may be shipped to the best answer's poster.

EDIT: also, most of the Ebay sellers don't ship batteries to Italy. Great.

[henk4]

1) When are you planning to be there? (we will be around on Tuesday 2nd and wednesday 3rd)
2) It is often possible in Geneva to shoot without a flash, (using ISO 400 or 600) but interiors shots require a flash. Just wondering whether you have a separate flash, with separate batteries or whether you will be using your camera flash, in the latter case the camera battery will deplete much quicker I suppose, (we use a separate flash). My experience is that a full camera battery will take you through the show without any need for recharging. But again, if you use your camera flash....
3) The boss buys OEM.

[LeonOfTheDead]

Thanks Pieter.
I managed to get a “laissez-passer”, so I'll be there on Wednesday 3rd and Thursday 4th. In order to be there the 2nd as well I was suppose to have a press card of some sort, which I don't.
Unfortunately they shipped me only 1 pass, while I'd need a second pass for my mate and supposedly my "technical consultant" for the blog...they have yet to answer to my last mail on this subject (received the pass yesterday).

For as regards the flash, it's the camera flash, so I suppose I should now consider a second battery. Most of the batteries on Ebay comes from HK, which is why they either don't ship to Italy or why it takes ages. We have pretty strict customs when it comes to China and the likes...
I can still find non-OEM batteries for like 10-20 $ as opposed to OEM batteries which cost about 45 €.

I'd go for OEM stuff, but it isn't something I will use often enough to justify the cost, the trip itself is going to be very expensive.

[henk4]

ok, we'll try to catch up with you on Wednesday (after that we are heading for the Porsche and Mercedes museums)

[NSXType-R]

Originally Posted by LeonOfTheDead

In a couple of weeks or so I'll attent the Geneva auto show, and I'm slightly preoccupied by the battery of our Nikon D40.
I've already attended events where I shotted tons of shots, enough to get a memory card of 4 gb and an additional card worth 2 gb both full.
On the other hand in those cases most shots were taken without the use of the flash, while I suppose that won't be the case at Geneva.

So two questions.
The first is for those who has already been there or to other auto shows. Wouter, Pieter, talking to you, is the use of the flash "mandatory" to get decent shots?

Second question, in case I'd need a second battery, should I settle for an OEM product or any of those non-OEM batteries on Ebay should do the job?
I noticed the price of the batteries on Ebay can be extremely low, and in that case I'd not be pissed if the battery wouldn't last more than two charges. I don't really need a second battery (if not in this case or the few future similar events), so I don't feel like spending a "fortune" on a battery would be my cup of tea.

Tips would be welcomed, cookies may be shipped to the best answer's poster.

EDIT: also, most of the Ebay sellers don't ship batteries to Italy. Great.

I'd buy OEM batteries- why would you risk your camera body with the cheap batteries? Makes no sense to me. Usually I get over 1000 shots out of a fully charge battery, but maybe you need more. Also, I would use flash, but also remember to dial out a bit of flash compensation- you may or may not need it at full blast all the time.

[LeonOfTheDead]

Originally Posted by NSXType-R

I'd buy OEM batteries- why would you risk your camera body with the cheap batteries? Makes no sense to me. Usually I get over 1000 shots out of a fully charge battery, but maybe you need more. Also, I would use flash, but also remember to dial out a bit of flash compensation- you may or may not need it at full blast all the time.

Yes, that was the reason asking if anyone got the non-OEM.
The D40 isn't the most expensive camera of the world, but it's quite expensive for us, and it's the only one we have

I don't like to use flash, so yes, compensation is something to keep in mind.

Surely I'll crack the 1.000 mark in 2 days, several times too. I don't remember how many shots I took the day I went to the FIA GT event, but I surely took like 700-800 at the Bertone Mantide unveiling, and a similar number at the exhibition in Turin about one year ago.

[Sauc3]

Originally Posted by LeonOfTheDead

Yes, that was the reason asking if anyone got the non-OEM.
The D40 isn't the most expensive camera of the world, but it's quite expensive for us, and it's the only one we have

I don't like to use flash, so yes, compensation is something to keep in mind.

Surely I'll crack the 1.000 mark in 2 days, several times too. I don't remember how many shots I took the day I went to the FIA GT event, but I surely took like 700-800 at the Bertone Mantide unveiling, and a similar number at the exhibition in Turin about one year ago.

I always take a tripod to motorshows, because the image quality is far greater than higher ISO shots or not that broad flashes. If you can compromise the weight/carrying around of a tripod, and time it takes to use, that might be the way to go.

On the battery argument, I have 1 OEM that I got with the camera and 2 Inca batteries. The Incas perform better after 2 years of use than the OEM does, and the OEM now acts as a backup. I bought aftermarkets on my previous camera as well, and never had a problem with that either.
I personally don't see any reason to spend 2-3 times as much on a battery, and even if one does go wrong you've only spent a minor amount on an aftermarket battery.
Wouter most likely buys OEMs because they're tax deductible items. Welcome to correct me if I'm wrong there.