Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
July 18th 07, 02:14 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 9
Views: 674
Sigma and Tamron 18-200 for Pentax
On Tue, 17 Jul 2007 23:26:14 +0000, Charlie Self wrote:
I'm curious as to which of these is supposedly the best. Are the tests
or opinions I've missed (probably many)?
I'm not enamored of...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
July 9th 07, 03:23 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 5
Views: 354
Macro vs Normal Fixed Lenses
On Sun, 08 Jul 2007 23:21:57 +0000, Roger wrote:
I just got my Sigma 50mm F/2.8 Macro lense and have been blown away by the
sharpness (I've only ever had consumer zoom lenses).
I had hoped...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
July 9th 07, 12:21 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 5
Views: 354
Macro vs Normal Fixed Lenses
I just got my Sigma 50mm F/2.8 Macro lense and have been blown away by the
sharpness (I've only ever had consumer zoom lenses).
I had hoped that this sharpness would also be there for more distant...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
July 3rd 07, 01:32 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 4
Views: 556
Question about fast lenses (ie, F1.4 or 1,8)
On Sun, 01 Jul 2007 13:34:43 -0600, Marc Sabatella wrote:
Are the really fast lenses really practical for indoor shooting at
gatherings?
With practice getting the focus right and...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
July 1st 07, 05:06 PM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 4
Views: 556
Question about fast lenses (ie, F1.4 or 1,8)
Are the really fast lenses really practical for indoor shooting at
gatherings?
I am concerned about the narrow depth-of-field at wide openings, or is
that not really a problem if you don't get one...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
June 19th 07, 01:30 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 6
Views: 450
Too Good to be True?
On Sun, 17 Jun 2007 13:05:13 -0700, Happy Traveler wrote:
Roger,
Here is a link to some useful reading material for you:
http://www.resellerratings.com/store/Broadway_Photo
Thanks to all...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
June 17th 07, 03:23 PM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 6
Views: 450
Too Good to be True?
My new edition of PhotoPro has a big ad from Broadway Photo, listing among
many other things a Canon 5D for $2019.
I went online & found they have a kit of 5D + 24-105mm 4L IS for $2964.
Yes, they...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
November 29th 06, 03:57 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 13
Views: 775
Wide angle zoom lens
On Sat, 11 Nov 2006 11:37:24 +0000, Woollyzone wrote:
Hi, I am torn between buying the Sigma 10-20 f4-5.6, and the Canon EF-S
10-22 3.5-4.5 lenses. The Canon is a bit faster, but there's a fair...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
November 21st 06, 02:37 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 8
Views: 603
Canon EF-S 10-22mm .. Lack Of Contrast
On Sun, 19 Nov 2006 20:14:06 -0800, G.T. wrote:
ny thoughts...
Jay Beckman
Chandler, AZ
Yes, I can relate to the "softness" of the 10-22 but not the contrast
problem. I had tried...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
November 20th 06, 01:54 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 8
Views: 603
Canon EF-S 10-22mm .. Lack Of Contrast
On Fri, 17 Nov 2006 14:57:44 -0800, Jay B wrote:
I've noticed a distinct lack of contrast with my Canon EF-S 10-22mm.
Is this normal for this particular lens or is it a characteristic of
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
September 22nd 06, 02:15 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,044
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
September 12th 06, 03:18 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,376
RAW processing - mountain photos
On Mon, 11 Sep 2006 17:45:10 -0700, madhobbit.geo wrote:
wrote:
Roger wrote:
Check: http://www.pbase.com/roger_boulanger/. Can we have a
look at...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
September 11th 06, 02:42 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,376
RAW processing - mountain photos
On Sun, 27 Aug 2006 12:43:54 -0700, madhobbit.geo wrote:
Alan Browne wrote:
In the raw import, make sure the color temp is about 5000 - 5000K and
tint=0, regardless of the time of day...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
September 6th 06, 04:36 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 12
Views: 868
Yet another lens question
Is there any benefit to a F2.8 lens vs an F4 lens if I don't expect to
shoot at less than F4?
The F2.8 is a lot more expensive so is there an increase in image quality
when both are shot at F4 or...
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Forum: Digital Photography
August 22nd 06, 03:09 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital,rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 25
Views: 2,087
Canon 17-85mm IS the truth?
On Mon, 21 Aug 2006 18:53:33 -0700, bigfeet wrote:
G.T. wrote:
"Todd H." wrote in message ...
"bigfeet" writes:
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
August 22nd 06, 03:09 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital,rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,598
Canon 17-85mm IS the truth?
On Mon, 21 Aug 2006 18:53:33 -0700, bigfeet wrote:
G.T. wrote:
"Todd H." wrote in message ...
"bigfeet" writes:
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
August 22nd 06, 03:04 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital,rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 6
Views: 488
"Transcend" compact flash
On Mon, 21 Aug 2006 18:12:40 -0700, bigfeet wrote:
Does anyone have any experience with this brand? It is marked as being
80x but is substantially cheaper than comparible, better known,...
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Forum: Digital Photography
August 22nd 06, 03:04 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital,rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 6
Views: 582
"Transcend" compact flash
On Mon, 21 Aug 2006 18:12:40 -0700, bigfeet wrote:
Does anyone have any experience with this brand? It is marked as being
80x but is substantially cheaper than comparible, better known,...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
August 22nd 06, 02:16 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 11
Views: 622
Question about lens F-rating on digital slr
Take a full frame camera and a 1.6 crop digital.
Put a F2.8L lens on both. Set both cameras to automatic and same ISO and
take exactly the same shot. Will the shutter speed on the 1.6 crop camera
be...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
July 26th 06, 03:30 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 61
Views: 2,197
Which Polarizer?
I have a Canon XT with a Sigma DC 18-200mm 1:3.5-6.3 lens, so obviously
I'm not a Pro!
However I'm trying to decide on a circular polarizer filter for enhancing
sky colors and minimizing...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
July 19th 06, 03:36 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 2
Views: 307
Compact Flash Speed
On Wed, 19 Jul 2006 00:20:33 +0000, Roger wrote:
How significant is the advertised speeds (Ultra, Extreme, Extreme II,
Extreme III, etc) in reducing write times to the flash.
I have a Canon...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
July 19th 06, 01:20 AM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 2
Views: 307
Compact Flash Speed
How significant is the advertised speeds (Ultra, Extreme, Extreme II,
Extreme III, etc) in reducing write times to the flash.
I have a Canon 350D (XT) and typically show in Raw mode. Will I notice...
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Forum: Digital SLR Cameras
July 8th 06, 07:54 PM Posted to rec.photo.digital.slr-systems
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Replies: 6
Views: 591
Sigma 2x converters
On Tue, 04 Jul 2006 19:38:11 -0600, Sheldon wrote:
"Nancy" wrote in message
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wrote:
In...
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