[hippo_sleekz]

Hey DSLR users (=
okay so recently, I went out on a long day of shopping with my family. We went a bit out of town so I decided to bring
my camera to get a few nice shots. It was a pretty swell idea, I got some good shots, but one problem is:
I lost my lens cap, I don't know where or when it happened, but it just popped off.

I only own 2 lenses, & I don't want to have to share a cap between the two.
Does anyone have any catchy ideas for what I can use as a temporary lens cap?

you should get a uv filter, or you can just get another lens cap for cheap.

[jinjuu]

I have a crumpler 5MDH. It's a shoulder bag that comfortably fits my ungripped EOS 40D with 17-50 lens attached and an extra lens, plus flash. It's a good lightweight, casual carry-around bag that doesn't look like a camera bag. (unfortunately, it looks more like a fashionable diaper bag. haha)
I'm actually thinking about getting the slingshot 100AW bag for day trips when I need the bag to be more securely fastened to my body (for driving a bike). Definately NOT something you would want to take with you everywhere... (It screams photo junkie )

Ohh the crumpler looks great, definitely will look into that... is there anything even smaller than that? lol
I don't intend on getting a flash or another (big) lens anytime soon, so something that can fit just the camera + 50 OR 18-200 is more of what I'm looking for...

LOL I actually have the slingshot... very comfy. But much too big for what I need, XD.

[d0wne]

Woot! Made explore on flickr again. It's my third time. #93 this time. I don't know how they pick which pictures get it.

[[HyuNi]]

d0wne, great photo! Was there any PP involved?

^ Maybe its just me but I don't understand why people think certain bags don't scream as photojunkie as others. I can spot a photo bag or backpack from a mile away regardless of who makes it or how it looks like. For a thief who steals on a day to day basis, so would they. Obviously don't carry a bag that sports "Canon" or "Nikon" in huge flashy letters but besides that I don't see it being a big deal. I would much rather focus on how usable the bag is and if it fits your needs (as opposed to maybe one bag screams photojunkie more than the other).

Most people who don't have a dslr usually don't recognize my crumpler. I like to bring my camera with me to as many places I can go, and I like to stay discrete and have easy access to the camera. Portability is the main reason I use a bag in the first place. I'd like to think it deters would be thiefs to overlook my bag, but in all reality, I don't think that's the case. The reason I got the crumpler is because I have the option to lay the camera on it's side.
I originally bought a shoulder pack that has only enough room to fit an ungripped body with a small/medium range lens attached, but the major disadvantage to that, is that it forces you to place your lens facing down.
I dropped my camera from a few inches off the ground onto the asphalt while it was in my bag and didn't think it would do much damage. I later discovered that it cracked the $80+ 77mm B+W UV filter on my friend's 24-70L I was borrowing. Fortunately the lens is still in good condition, but I definately learned my lesson to stay away from bags that only allow you to pack your camera with the lens facing down.

Ohh the crumpler looks great, definitely will look into that... is there anything even smaller than that? lol
I don't intend on getting a flash or another (big) lens anytime soon, so something that can fit just the camera + 50 OR 18-200 is more of what I'm looking for...

LOL I actually have the slingshot... very comfy. But much too big for what I need, XD.

If you're only going to be bringing your camera with lens attached, the 5MDH would probably be too big for you. There's also the 3 MDH or the 4 MDH that might fit your needs. As much as I said to stay away from a holster style pack, it may be acceptable for you. Holster Style Pack
As long as your lens doesn't touch the bottom portion of the bag, this type of bag could be sufficient for your needs.

[sushi09]

Hi!
I'm really interested in photography.
For the last 2 days I have caught my interest on both Nikon D40 and D60. I'm looking for an upgrade from my Canon Powershot S3 IS to a beginner DSLR. So far I see Nikon D40 and D60 are good for a beginner. But which one will suit me best?
I see people recommend D40 over D60. Both have similar lenses with the kit except the D60 has VR and is that good or bad?


I'm taking photography as an hobby and hopefully built up my skills from there.

[hippo_sleekz]

I was wondering if any one on here had any experience's with wireless transmitters? I'm interested in experimenting with multiple strobes and wanted to know about wireless transmitters. I know little besides I need a transmitter and a receiver set. =(

[zgnoud]

Canon has just released the EOS 500D. While im a Nikon guy, The specs for this camera is pretty cool, looking forward to see how Nikon responds. Expecting an update to the d40/60 any day/week/month now

Hi!
I'm really interested in photography.
For the last 2 days I have caught my interest on both Nikon D40 and D60. I'm looking for an upgrade from my Canon Powershot S3 IS to a beginner DSLR. So far I see Nikon D40 and D60 are good for a beginner. But which one will suit me best? I see people recommend D40 over D60. Both have similar lenses with the kit except the D60 has VR and is that good or bad?

They're essentially the same camera. The only real distinction between those two cameras, is that the d60 boast a 10 megapixel sensor where the d40 is 6MP. What this basically means is that the d60 10 megapixel sensor will render an image about twice as big as the d40... which gives you more pixels to play with (creative cropping etc.). Another key point selling point of the d60 (imo), is the in camera sensor cleaner... which can potentially save you alot of grief once you start swapping lens in and out. Whether these extra features justify the extra premium on the d60 is really up to you.

On the subject of VR... VR isn't really important/needed for wide angle lens~standard range, but once you get into the realm of telephoto lens (focal length of 100mm+), VR is godsent for taking non blurry handheld shots in low light.

[d0wne]

d0wne, great photo! Was there any PP involved?

Oh yeah, definitely. The theme was red so I had to make a blue sky into some tint of red at least. I messed with whitebalance and hue to get a deep red, then one of my PS actions that gives my digi pics a sort of film look.

I checked again and it moved up to #42 on explore. I'm pretty happy.

[[HyuNi]]

^
wow that 500D sounds like it's going to be a hit!
I read up on it very quickly and many are rivaling it to the 50D!

That would be great if it had all the functionality of the 500D at the same price, with a prosumer body like my 40D, I'd be all over it!
But, my current setup is more than I need for my newb skills

[p1nchmycheeks]

d0wne: that's a great picture. Can u link me to ur flickr if you dont mind?

[epark1281]

has anybody here ever considered shooting in IR?

[d0wne]

d0wne: that's a great picture. Can u link me to ur flickr if you dont mind?

Sure! Do you have one yourself?

btdubs, my picture moved up all the way to the #12 spot on explore.

[dot1q]

^
wow that 500D sounds like it's going to be a hit!
I read up on it very quickly and many are rivaling it to the 50D!

That would be great if it had all the functionality of the 500D at the same price, with a prosumer body like my 40D, I'd be all over it!
But, my current setup is more than I need for my newb skills

Hmmm wonder whats up Canon's sleeves. Apparently the only distinction between the 50D seems to be its' build quality over the 500D (which has more functions). Thats a lot to ask $500 more for a typical consumer.

IMO, the HD vid function on both the 5DII and now the 500D is useless for the typical consumer. Why? Because it doesn't autofocus like a normal camcorder would. The upside is to be able to record HD video on a DSLR sensor which would produce quality on par with professional camcorders. Downside is how realistically usable is the function when it doesn't autofocus.

[[HyuNi]]

Hmmm wonder whats up Canon's sleeves. Apparently the only distinction between the 50D seems to be its' build quality over the 500D (which has more functions). Thats a lot to ask $500 more for a typical consumer.

IMO, the HD vid function on both the 5DII and now the 500D is useless for the typical consumer. Why? Because it doesn't autofocus like a normal camcorder would. The upside is to be able to record HD video on a DSLR sensor which would produce quality on par with professional camcorders. Downside is how realistically usable is the function when it doesn't autofocus.

For a company that charges $130 for a tripod collar and $50 for a hood on a $600 70-200 F4L and almost double for the equivalent with IS, I'd argue that they have been asking for too much for a long time now
It's downright monopolistic pricing, but they have that leverage, because people will still buy it.
To be fair, the IS isn't as easy as slapping on some IS device to the F4L, but if they could put IS on the EF-S 18-55 upgrade relatively cheap, I don't see why they don't retire the F4L and bring down the price of the IS version.
I bet Canon makes close to 40 - 60% margin on that lens.

I didn't know it doesn't AF. That sucks! I initially thought liveview on my 40D would come in handy, but since it doesn't AF, I haven't used it at all. Good idea, but not practical. Do you know if the Nikon equivalents AF on their HD video?

btw, does anyone have the sigma 50mm 1.4?
Wow, I tried it out on my friend's Nikon setup and that thing is a bokeh beast!
I think I'll be getting that in the future when I get better a shooting portraits.

[dot1q]

I thought the 70-200 f4L comes with a hood and collar? Don't all L lenses? But yeah for replacement prices, its high.

Nikon is the same with no AF for HD video. I personally don't think they'll ever have this function because you would be able to produce quality results which are relatively on par with professional HD camcorders (minus the CCD > CMOS benefits). End of the day, even if it had AF, its still not a real camcorder. It's just a convenience and I doubt I'd really use it much anyway. I'd rather just buy a prosumer HD camcorder for video but thats me.

Another difference seems to be 3.5 continuous. For me this is HUGE as its one of the main reasons why I chose to keep my 40D.

[Goombi]

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Woot! Made explore on flickr again. It's my third time. #93 this time. I don't know how they pick which pictures get it.

Awesome pic! Added you on flickr as well.

[dot1q]

^ agree.. that pic is awesome. So simple yet it just pops.

[erure]

I thought the 70-200 f4L comes with a hood and collar? Don't all L lenses? But yeah for replacement prices, its high.

I'm pretty sure that it only comes with a hood.

[isa19]

Hello guys...I know I've been a silent reader and I do learn a lot by reading things hear.
I just want to ask some suggestions on what are the books to read for a newbie like me in digital photography? (I've remembered from a few pages back that this question was asked already but I forgot what page it was... ) Is DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR DUMMIES a good choice?

Thank you very much...

[dot1q]

I'm pretty sure that it only comes with a hood.

That blows... haha... guess the price is reflective of that as well.