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by bfitzgerald
Mon Jun 01, 2009 12:28 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: New SLR users..buy in level
Replies: 5
Views: 1582

New SLR users..buy in level

Had an interesting encounter this evening. I decided to bash about with the film 7 and at last try some of that Ektar 100. Anyway..ran into a few photographers around, one who was shooting film amazingly! (velvia if I remember), so I am not the only one ;-) Also ran into a woman..and she noted I was...
by bfitzgerald
Sun May 31, 2009 12:39 pm
Forum: Opinion Polls
Topic: If you had no camera equipment at all..which maker??
Replies: 12
Views: 11624

Re: If you had no camera equipment at all..which maker??

I know who voted for Canon :mrgreen: http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1031&message=32006737" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Busted! lol I voted for Nikon overall I think the system is more appealing "overall" I would add, no interest at all in t...
by bfitzgerald
Sun May 31, 2009 12:19 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Opel/Vauxhall
Replies: 20
Views: 4563

Re: Opel/Vauxhall

I have been reading about this! Being an Astra man 100%, won't buy anything else ;-) The Magna deal looks about the best out there, thank the lord Fiat walked away..they were going to crush opel/vauxhall. GM retains I think a 35% share of the company, Magna are offering 10% to the workforce, and the...
by bfitzgerald
Sat May 30, 2009 8:13 pm
Forum: Lens Lore
Topic: In lens motors..how long do they last??
Replies: 4
Views: 2016

In lens motors..how long do they last??

Not to stir up anything, but being a screw drive lens guy..I have little idea of how long in lens motors go for. I have heard of some issues on the Canikon lens area, but not sure of how widespread this is. Not really talking about the "meant to be high" quality SSM motors, rather the new ...
by bfitzgerald
Sat May 30, 2009 7:26 pm
Forum: Flash
Topic: My new "HVL-F25AM" Flash ;-)
Replies: 10
Views: 3747

Re: My new "HVL-F25AM" Flash ;-)

Ok HSS but as above are the GN numbers fudged or something?? If it's a mere GN 11?? As suggested..HSS is going to need a bit more power.
by bfitzgerald
Sat May 30, 2009 7:10 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Nice Pentax K7 video..
Replies: 9
Views: 2365

Re: Nice Pentax K7 video..

That in camera level meter looks pretty nice.

Small touches that add up to nice things! Saying that, I wouldn't pay £1200 for one.. :o
by bfitzgerald
Sat May 30, 2009 3:51 pm
Forum: Alpha A-mount System
Topic: Replacement LCD screens?
Replies: 4
Views: 1960

Re: Replacement LCD screens?

Being honest that is a valid point, A200 is not good in strong light screen wise, mind you the 5d wasn't any great shakes either. A high contrast option would be of use, so I can agree on that. Don't mention "firmware update" though, I doubt we will get it :roll: One other complaint :mrgre...
by bfitzgerald
Sat May 30, 2009 1:34 pm
Forum: Opinion Polls
Topic: Did Sony make a mistake: A900 no built in flash?
Replies: 19
Views: 15797

Did Sony make a mistake: A900 no built in flash?

Enjoy! Be interesting to see how folks feel about this.

Feel free to add comments, a simple yes or no on this one..
The main argument for the flash built in is of course acting as a wireless controller.
by bfitzgerald
Sat May 30, 2009 11:27 am
Forum: Colour slide
Topic: Kodachrome 64
Replies: 6
Views: 11480

Re: Kodachrome 64

Thanks for the samples..looks good.

I have to get out and find something good to shoot :P
by bfitzgerald
Sat May 30, 2009 11:21 am
Forum: DSLRs pre-2006
Topic: I hate to say it..but
Replies: 92
Views: 19799

Re: I hate to say it..but

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Never blown a head gasket myself..but I know a few boy racers that have :mrgreen:
by bfitzgerald
Fri May 29, 2009 9:39 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: I'll give Sony some credit..
Replies: 2
Views: 1142

I'll give Sony some credit..

At least they had the brains and sense to use SD and MS, rather than their own memory format.
Clearly this signals that someone is earning their pay cheque, even if they made a style of camera that does not appeal to me. :P
by bfitzgerald
Fri May 29, 2009 12:45 am
Forum: DSLRs pre-2006
Topic: I hate to say it..but
Replies: 92
Views: 19799

Re: I hate to say it..but

I am pretty sure those top notcho Panavision cameras (I mean the serious movie stuff now) are MF only. But I admit to knowing next to nothing about video and filming etc. Of course it's correct to point out that video cameras are not designed the same as still ones. Hence the SLR is never really goi...
by bfitzgerald
Thu May 28, 2009 10:25 pm
Forum: DSLRs pre-2006
Topic: I hate to say it..but
Replies: 92
Views: 19799

Re: I hate to say it..but

Maybe Don is right. :mrgreen: Harsh words, but I do detect something a bit consumer pandering about Sony, esp with the latest releases. I hate to say this, but every chance that the next mid range models won't be what some are looking for. That of course varies from person to person. But by far the ...
by bfitzgerald
Thu May 28, 2009 2:57 pm
Forum: DSLRs pre-2006
Topic: I hate to say it..but
Replies: 92
Views: 19799

I hate to say it..but

Having been in touch with a number of folks I know, in person mostly..and some who are into camera clubs etc. levels from new DSLR users to mid point ones. I do detect an interest in video in DSLR's, from many people (I admit my sample is not huge, but they are varied) Not all are interested in it, ...
by bfitzgerald
Thu May 28, 2009 1:17 pm
Forum: Opinion Polls
Topic: If you had no camera equipment at all..which maker??
Replies: 12
Views: 11624

If you had no camera equipment at all..which maker??

This one has to be done, feel free to add any comments as to why or not etc.

Bottom line is owning nothing at all, what system maker offers you the best overall for your needs? Where would you put your cash today :shock: