DSLR

Looking into full-featured compact camera. Has anyone used one of these or has an opinion about Ricoh? I am comparing to the Canon G10 and Lumix DMC-LX3. - Lindsay Donaghe via Bookmarklet

I like the Ricoh a lot. However, its lens is not as fast as the LX3's lens. And I like shooting without using flash, if possible, so having the LX3's fast lens is a real draw to me. The GX100 is definitely a camera with photographers in mind. I love the controls for changing aperture, ISO, etc. In fact, I'm worried the LX3 won't have as intuitive or convenient controls, but the fast lens and the HD video capabilities of the LX3 are very, very interesting to me. - Cheryl Jones

If you look at the specs for the LX3, its minimum aperture is f2.0 - f2.8, while the GX100 is f2.5 - f4.4. The LX3's lens is several stops faster even at maximum zoom, which admittedly is not that long. That's one thing I don't like about the LX3, short zoom range. But you can't get a huge zoom range without sacrificing image quality, so I'm happy to manually crop in post to get more magnification that way. - Cheryl Jones

Photo by Houser - Russellreno via Bookmarklet

The price has come down so much on the 40-D that I'm not sure the upgrade to the 50-D is really worth it. ($860 vs. $1,200 at B&H right now) I have a 40-D myself and I have no desire to upgrade to the 50-D - Brian Johns

I agree with James - a 5-D might make a good upgrade too. Prices are coming down and may come down a lot more, depending on when "next year" you want to buy. My next camera will be full frame - I'm just not sure which one, or when. - Brian Johns

Thanks for the feedback. I actually have a Canon 24-105 f/4L I use for my main lens, a Sigma 10-20, and a Canon EF 50 f/1.8. The two Canon lenses argue strongly for the 5D Mk I as the body only is similar in price to the 50D kit. The only downside is I would have to sell the 10-20 or dedicate it to the XT. The 5D Mk I is a front runner but the 40D's price is hard to ignore. Thanks again! - Aaron Schaub

Definitely not a jeans pocket. Mostly a coat pocket. Maybe slacks pocket but not the most comfortable. - saeba

I own the LX3 and it's not entirely pants pocketable either because of the lens protrusion. Still won't do well in regular jeans but better in slacks. The IQ is pretty great though for a P&S. So much so that I haven't missed not shooting in RAW (waiting for Adobe and Apple to support the cam in their RAW converters). And the distortion doesn't seem like it's that tough to correct for. http://is.gd/7NK6 - saeba

Anyone looked at the Ricoh Caplio? I was comparing it to the G10 and the LX3... - Lindsay Donaghe

drooole - dafire

I have the Think Tank belt system and I really like it. I'm looking at getting a backpack from them as well but I haven't yet. Haven't decided yet: Backpack, or roller-case? - Brian Johns

I like backbacks or waist packs -- allows you to carry it and roll another suitcase - Brian Sullivan

Canon rebate coming or in hand? - Brian Sullivan via Bookmarklet

Ouch. Bad timing too. - Justin Korn

Expand pictures to see the lens that took the pictures - Brian Sullivan

Nice, I have one of these... - Cheryl Jones

Nice set! What film did you use for the B&W pics? I haven't shot too much B&W so far. I have tried the Kodak B&W film that can be processed as C-41 (IIRC), and I've tried a regular Kodak Tmax 400 film. But since it takes *forever* to get B&W film developed (I haven't tried doing it myself), I haven't shot much B&W. - Cheryl Jones

Either the Ilford chromogenic film (can't remember the name right now) or Kodak BW chromogenic film (the stuff that can be developed as C-41). - Cecily

This guy always amaze me with his photos and post-production! - Éric Senterre via Bookmarklet

On Thursday, Red announced a new range of modular camera designs that it plans to deliver mostly over the coming year and a half that can take not just high-resolution video but also still images. The move comes just as Canon and Nikon have begun adding video support to their SLRs. - Michael Fidler via Bookmarklet

I can't figure out the largest sensor. Who wants to shoot with an aspect ratio of 3.33? I mean, panoramas are fun and all, but it seems very special purpose. - Brian Johns

Love Em'! - Vox

The colour efex one is great. I especially love the film grain effects. Easier and less cumbersome than PS actions of LR for quick processing effects. - Rob Brammeld

I have Silver EFEX Pro...it's wonderful - Bill Scherer

it is indeed a good product. i'm using it for a year now. - jeffrey

Even without the coupon, the 50mm f/1.8 is a bargain - Aaron B. Hockley

I *love* this lens! Superb value for money, and vastly better than the kit lens that comes with the 400/450D. The results, even at low light, are stunning. There's also a very active group on Flickr for fans/users for this lens, too: http://flickr.com/groups/canon... - Andrew Terry

The 50mm f1.8 Nikon lens is a also superb and a bargain. - Brian Sullivan

"Rumors of a RED DSLR had been confirmed a long time ago, but what of the Scarlet and EPIC übercamcorders? On the REDUser forums, RED CEO Jim Jannard has explained it all: Scarlet and EPIC are the DSLR — all cameras are "part of the same DSMC system", so each and every camera will be part of a modular, build-your-own, still and video product line. To do this, RED has furnished an insanely diverse new collection of components, with sensors ranging from the $2500 3k Scarlet to the $55,000, 28k EPIC 617 Mysterium Monstro. In other words, The EPIC and Scarlet are just 'brains', which can both be configured any way you like." - Michael Fidler via Bookmarklet

Waxwing - Stefano via Bookmarklet

Miss Rodeo Texas Pageant - Stefano via Bookmarklet

Childlike faith - Stefano via Bookmarklet

You're looking for the equivalent of a "digital back" that you can use in place of 35mm film? Like, in any regular 35 mm film camera? - Brian Johns

@brian yes - Arash

Thank you brian i didn't know the digital back . but it is too big i wish it was like a 35 mm film and could place in the camera. - Arash

"Wigeon" - Stefano via Bookmarklet

My first post on Digital Photography School! :D - Tris Hussey

I’m often asked “wow how did you get that shot!?!”. I have a simple answer: luck and taking lots of shots. Really. One of the best pieces of advice I was given when I got a DSLR was to shoot at least three pictures per shot. Why? Because people blink, glance away, etc. By shooting more and shooting rapidly you significantly increase the chances you’ll get “the shot”. I know that shooting lots of shots is harder with a point and shoot but trying is good. - Russellreno

Congrats Tris!!! - Mel.Buckpitt

"Insecurity" - Stefano via Bookmarklet

Wow, great portrait. - Stuart Forsyth

A review of some of the shortcomings of the Photrade photo service. - Stuart Forsyth

"Black Woodpecker" - Stefano via Bookmarklet