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NeoGAF Camera Equipment Thread | MK II
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Well I went ahead and ordered one of the last, apparently, X Pro1s with XF27mm from BH for 700$. Probably will either get the XF 35mm 1.4 and/or the 56 1.2 as well.
Now I need a camera bag, anyone has the Domke F5XB? I'm not sure if I want it in black or one of the other colors.
Now I need a camera bag, anyone has the Domke F5XB? I'm not sure if I want it in black or one of the other colors.
JadedWriter
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I usually shoot for bag colors that aren't flashy or eye catching. I have a black, metallic gray and green bag.
I think I'm gonna spring for the black Domke F10. cheaper than F5XB, similar size but more space. I like the look.
http://www.amazon.com/Domke-700-00B-Medium-Shoulder-Black/dp/B001BBMRHG/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1464423458&sr=8-5&keywords=domke+f10
Shot with the Canon 1DX mkII Saturday and Sunday. Lots of handheld, occasionally used a tripod around the greens. There's no rhyme or reason to the sequencing, just wanted to throw some shots together for my boss to see.
https://vimeo.com/168557127
Really enjoyed shooting with it. Shot primarily in 1080/60, had a couple 1080/120 and even dabbled with the 4K. Loved shooting with it. Just need to get some ND filters and call it a day.
I'm going to put together another highlight clip from Sunday's round once I fly home tonight.
**Note, this is out of camera, no color correction.
https://vimeo.com/168557127
Really enjoyed shooting with it. Shot primarily in 1080/60, had a couple 1080/120 and even dabbled with the 4K. Loved shooting with it. Just need to get some ND filters and call it a day.
I'm going to put together another highlight clip from Sunday's round once I fly home tonight.
**Note, this is out of camera, no color correction.
Were you using stabilised lenses when shooting handheld? Footage looks great.
70-200 2.8L (stabilized), 16-35 2.8L (not stabilized). And thanks! Had so much fun shooting.
Looking forward to the U.S. Open in two weeks, gonna go nuts with photos I think.
Ever consider shooting non-IS footage in 4K then doing a dynamic crop to remove the shake? I'm dying to see how flexible 1DX-II footage is in 4K@60fps. I'm itching for that sensor tech to trickle down to a new 5D/6D.
JadedWriter
Member
You're actually at 75mm with that lens, learn to zoom with your feet, but eventually you'll get used to it. Great lens too.
Astral/H3X
Member
Let's not misnomer it here -- it's *behaving* like a 75mm. The lens doesn't change. I know you know the difference, but maybe Adnor doesn't.
JadedWriter
Member
What? I'm just telling him the focal length of the lens due to crop factor. It's still technically 50mm...then again I have no idea what his camera is. I think because he said kit lens I assumed he was on a crop sensor.
Astral/H3X
Member
I've known people who got it confused, and thought that it was the lens that determined the FoV, as in a 35mm apsc lens would "be" a 50mm on a full frame, due to how people have worded that in the past. So I've gotten in the habit of making sure to say "behaves like" to avoid that. Like I said I know you know the difference but I don't know if adnor does.
JadedWriter
Member
Oh ok, though 35mm apsc lens would be a vignetting disaster on a full frame at least wide open though. Which oddly enough I've had discussions with a coworker that thinks he could use the Sigma 18-35 on an A7 without their being an issue. I know there would be vignetting there.
Astral/H3X
Member
I can use my 30mm prime on the A7, and it has minimal vignetting. Basically I just crop it down to a "35mm" and it looks great. Ultimately, it's all about coverage, not any hard cap, and some lenses can cover more of a sensor than is needed. There's a 60mm macro that's designed for APSC, and only covers the entire sensor in APSC at regular focusing distances, but covers an entire FF sensor once you start focusing closely.
I mean shit, the APSC 16-50 doesn't even cover the whole of the APSC sensor.
So the 18-35? Iunno. It very well could cover a whole FF sensor, at least at some ranges.
JadedWriter
Member
Oh ok. I thought that you really couldn't use apsc on ff unless you stopped it down a lot or zoomed in completely. I guess it's on a lens by lens basis then.
Astral/H3X
Member
Yeah, the Sigma 30 is definitely more the exception than the rule. 95% of lenses will be heavily vignetted and only cover the apsc sensor well, but there's nothing stopping a manufacturer from having larger coverage than needed. And hey, Sigma did it for the 30mm prime, maybe they did it for the 18-35.
JadedWriter
Member
You never know, that thing is pretty sizeable.
Apocryphon
Member
I recently bought my girlfriend the Tamron. It's a brilliant lens and the IS is very good. Focus accuracy, sharpness, and build quality are all great. I had the Sigma f/1.4 myself for a while but the focus was so hit and miss that I replaced it with the Canon f/1.2 and never looked back.
135mm f/2 and a 70-200mm f/2.8 would be good options too, though they increase the working distances considerably.
JadedWriter
Member
Damn. I told my coworker it would create vignetting. People must be center cropping or something cause he says that a lot of videographers use that thing. I have no clue what they're shooting with, but at least my intuition on that one was right.Nope.
Apocryphon
Member
Many times a cameras video mode will use a cropped portion of the sensor so these lenses may be suitable for video but would display substantial vignetting in stills.
JadedWriter
Member
Thank you and it does make sense. I did hear that there's even more of a crop with some cameras in 4K mode.
Astral/H3X
Member
Essentially, for focal length, every lens has a set focal length, and it doesn't change between cameras. You could take your 50mm from a full frame 5D, and somehow get it to focus on an iPhone, and it'd still be a 50mm. The difference, is that the sensor on other cameras won't be able to "see" the whole field of view. So, people say that a 50mm on an APSC camera "behaves" like a 75mm would. It's not that the lens is doing anything different -- it's that the camera can only take the middle area, which happens to correspond to what a 75mm would look like. It's just like if you took a photo on said 5D, and then just cropped it in towards the center, until it ended up looking like it was taken with a 75mm.
The crop factor is 1.5x for APSC cameras when compared to full frame, so here's some common focal lengths converted:
APSC -- Full Frame
35mm -- 50mm (Your regular focal length)
16mm -- 24mm (Your sorta wide but not immediately noticeable length)
50mm -- 75mm (Your sorta telephoto, for portraits)
Unless you're specifically talking about APSC cameras/lenses, people *tend* to refer to focal lengths almost exclusively in full frame terms, so it's good to memorize these. Mainly so that when you ask, "Yo what's a good focal length" and someone just pops out "go for a 50mm, it's a good all arounder", you'll know what that corresponds to in APSC.
EDIT: And of course DX is just Nikon's way of saying APSC.
I traded my A6000 for a Fuji X100s a couple months ago because I never used any lens other than the 35mm prime. I love most things about the X100s but I haven't been able to achieve the image quality I was expecting after hearing about the hype the past few years. I mainly shoot with AF-S with the focus point at its largest, moving it to the subject whenever I take a shot. Other than that, just the default settings. Any suggestions for making the most out of the X100s, especially for landscape/city shots (settings, etc)? Thanks!
Astral/H3X
Member
Default settings? Are you using P mode?
If you're having image quality settings, without knowing more, I'd say it might be a combination of doing Jpeg instead of RAW, and high ISO ratings holding you back. Those are the main two things that would do that IMO.
Are you post processing anything?
I shoot in P and A mostly and keep the ISO (capped at 3200), WB, etc at auto. No post processing yet but I shoot in RAW + JPG in case I ever need to do any.
Astral/H3X
Member
Hrm. I would say, if you have access to anything that can read RAW files, take a look at the RAW files and see if you feel the same way about your photos. And if you aren't that much more happy with them, try and see if there's something that's particularly bothering you about them -- are the colors not right? Are the images soft? Blurry? Noisy? Not contrasty enough? Once you nail what you don't like about them, you're that much closer to fixing what you don't like.
JadedWriter
Member
You should probably try taking more control regarding your settings and start practicing in Manual. I occasionally shoot in Aperture Priority, but it really really depends on what I'm doing.
natsuyasumi
Member
Anyone have thoughts on what lights I should be using?
I want to do some decent-ish product photography so I got a basic Canon T3i and this cheap light tent setup that comes with two budget lamps + bulbs.
The bulbs are only described as "30 Watt 5000K Light Bulbs" and after some test shots I'm not sure they're quite enough? I've heard so-called "daylight"-mimicking bulbs are ideal. Might those give me better shutter speeds and color temp?
I want to do some decent-ish product photography so I got a basic Canon T3i and this cheap light tent setup that comes with two budget lamps + bulbs.
The bulbs are only described as "30 Watt 5000K Light Bulbs" and after some test shots I'm not sure they're quite enough? I've heard so-called "daylight"-mimicking bulbs are ideal. Might those give me better shutter speeds and color temp?
m_shortpants
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Thoughts on the best mirrorless camera in the 300-400 dollar price bracket?
Considering the Pentax qs1 as per this thread, anyone else have any recommendations?
Considering the Pentax qs1 as per this thread, anyone else have any recommendations?
CrashPrime
Member
Depends on what you want to do and if you need a lens.
Panasonic gh2 or g7 might work at this price.
My recommendation is the Olympus omd em10 mark ii. Pretty great in body stabilization and cheap.
the better twin
Member
The Fuji hype is usually regarding better colours from the out of camera jpgs if im not mistaken. I'm not sure if you were expecting better image quality when stepping down in resolution from the better Sony sensor?
sankt-Antonio
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...and did this to my lens hood. Need to clean some of the edges a bit, but i like it 
nintendork666
Member
^ Stickers and decals usually seem tasteless to me. I like that quite a bit though. Looks like pop art street graffiti. Very Мишка.
andythinkpad
Member
That's horrible. This is the only acceptable lens shade.
CrashPrime
Member
As someone who is going to be putting themselves out there for trying to get gigs assisting and second shooting with other wedding photogs, what bases am I missing for a wedding shooter?
Cameras: D800e / D700 backup /w battery grips
Lens: 24-70 2.8, 70-200 2.8, 50mm 1.8
Flashes: Yongnuo YN-568EX /w diffusers
Batteries: Eneloop AAs for flashes and if emergency camera grips
3x EN-EL15 batteries for D800e, 2 EN-EL3e for D700
Anything else other than water and some xanax?
Cameras: D800e / D700 backup /w battery grips
Lens: 24-70 2.8, 70-200 2.8, 50mm 1.8
Flashes: Yongnuo YN-568EX /w diffusers
Batteries: Eneloop AAs for flashes and if emergency camera grips
3x EN-EL15 batteries for D800e, 2 EN-EL3e for D700
Anything else other than water and some xanax?
Wow if this really becomes the future of optics, that'll be amazing.
http://petapixel.com/2016/06/03/incredible-flat-metalenses-may-future-optics/
http://petapixel.com/2016/06/03/incredible-flat-metalenses-may-future-optics/
JadedWriter
Member
At some point you might need the 11-24 2.8. It's part of the "Holy Trinity."
Extra SD cards incase one goes poop probably
Leeroy3101
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Wrong thread.
So I still had an amazon.co.jp giftcard thanks to a japanese friend, with the change in amazon japans shipping policies a few months ago I hoped the would ship fujifilm stuff now to europa and yay they do now!
So I ordered the Fujifilm XM-FL 24mm 1:8.0, I paid around 61€ after shipping and taxes.
some pictures I took with it in a hurry.
of course the quality is not good. It is a incredible cheap lens. But so far it is fun to use, which for that kind of lens is probably the most important factor.
So I ordered the Fujifilm XM-FL 24mm 1:8.0, I paid around 61€ after shipping and taxes.
some pictures I took with it in a hurry.
of course the quality is not good. It is a incredible cheap lens. But so far it is fun to use, which for that kind of lens is probably the most important factor.
I got some new curve settings in Lightroom that really improved the appearance of my RAW files- looks like it may have just been an issue with Lightroom.
Not sure if anyone's interested but I have a really nice DSLR strap for sale. See here for original link: http://fotostrap.com/collections/fotostraps/products/navy. The leather is supple and has a beautiful petina. There is some slight tarnishing on the brass buckles but this is something that comes naturally over time.
Photo: https://dl2.pushbulletusercontent.com/EqQyVrJahqlbZtfavNn7WnyVIHOGbXL5/IMG_20160411_104316.jpg
Retails for $85 + shipping, asking $50 shipped.
should I pull the trigger on a like-new Canon 100mm L for $700? Retail is $850.
currenlty have a Canon 17-40mm and Sigma 50mm. While the main reason I'm considering this is due to taking more portraits lately, it would also be nice to just have another focal length option as I've been rolling with my 2 lenses for about 8 years now.
currenlty have a Canon 17-40mm and Sigma 50mm. While the main reason I'm considering this is due to taking more portraits lately, it would also be nice to just have another focal length option as I've been rolling with my 2 lenses for about 8 years now.
Joel Was Right
Member
1. What is your budget budget?
Hopefully under $1500
2. Main purpose of the camera?
4k video recording and general portrait photography
3. What form factor is most appealing to you?
No preference
4. Will you be investing in the camera? (buying more stuff for it later)
I intend to stick with it for multiple years
5. Any cameras you've used before or liked?
Nikon 3200, but I really only took basic pictures with it. Primarily I've been using my Note 4 for picture taking due to it's higher video quality. I guess you could say I'm an absolute novice to the art of photography. However, I want to make sure I get off on the right foot from the start.
I heard that the gh4 is a pretty decent camera, but I'm worried about the relative age of the camera. My one fear is that the next generation of phones will compete closely with the camera I purchase. Any guidance is much appreciated.
Hopefully under $1500
2. Main purpose of the camera?
4k video recording and general portrait photography
3. What form factor is most appealing to you?
No preference
4. Will you be investing in the camera? (buying more stuff for it later)
I intend to stick with it for multiple years
5. Any cameras you've used before or liked?
Nikon 3200, but I really only took basic pictures with it. Primarily I've been using my Note 4 for picture taking due to it's higher video quality. I guess you could say I'm an absolute novice to the art of photography. However, I want to make sure I get off on the right foot from the start.
I heard that the gh4 is a pretty decent camera, but I'm worried about the relative age of the camera. My one fear is that the next generation of phones will compete closely with the camera I purchase. Any guidance is much appreciated.
jongkookie
Member
Has anybody purchased any of the Yongnuo lenses?
They've finally released a 50mm for the Nikon F-Mount, they retail at $80 bucks so I'm quite curious... mostly because I want that ability to do AF since my 50mm is the Series E Pancake.
But at the same time, $80 is too much to waste when it's about half of what it costs for the Nikon version so I'm hoping for more opinions before I get it.
Don't worry about the age of the camera.
I use a Nikon D3200 for my job as a photog and videog so........ lol. >_> <_<
What exactly are you thinking of doing with the camera? 4K video and portrait photography is somewhat of a vague descriptor. For example, if battery life is no concern for you, I'd recommend the Sony A7ii line of cameras. But if you're shooting weddings, or some kind of long form video where battery life is crucial, then the Sony's are gonna be a terrible choice and I'd recommend the GH4 instead.
They've finally released a 50mm for the Nikon F-Mount, they retail at $80 bucks so I'm quite curious... mostly because I want that ability to do AF since my 50mm is the Series E Pancake.
But at the same time, $80 is too much to waste when it's about half of what it costs for the Nikon version so I'm hoping for more opinions before I get it.
Don't worry about the age of the camera.
I use a Nikon D3200 for my job as a photog and videog so........ lol. >_> <_<
What exactly are you thinking of doing with the camera? 4K video and portrait photography is somewhat of a vague descriptor. For example, if battery life is no concern for you, I'd recommend the Sony A7ii line of cameras. But if you're shooting weddings, or some kind of long form video where battery life is crucial, then the Sony's are gonna be a terrible choice and I'd recommend the GH4 instead.
Risible
Member
I have an old Canon 40D body and I bought the 50mm Yongnuo for it so that my son could use it to take pictures in his high school without worrying about any of my good lenses
.It's noisy but takes nice pictures. I haven't done any sort of formal comparison of it. It was definitely worth the money for me at least.