CF: Clickers Corner - Page 34

punky · 27-06-2010, 02:18

The best pictures you'll ever take with 2 cameras totalling $45.

http://gizmodo.com/5573131/this-pict...+%28Gizmodo%29

Jimmy-J · 27-06-2010, 02:25

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Originally Posted by punky

The best pictures you'll ever take with 2 cameras totalling $45.

http://gizmodo.com/5573131/this-pict...+%28Gizmodo%29

I thought this guys reply was amusing...

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Just to round up this week on Gizmodo - this guy sent two $45 digital cameras to the edge of space with a balloon, duct tape and styrofoam while Apple made a phone that you can't use if you hold it in your left hand?

alferret · 10-07-2010, 22:32

Just picked up a cracking little lens for my A200, a Minolta 35-70 F4 AF macro. To say its in near mint condition for a 25yr old bit of glass would be an understatement. Knocked off a few to make sure it works and quite impressed with the results so far. Will pop out in the morning for a better play.

http://www.dyxum.com/lenses/detail.asp?IDLens=39

Cobbydaler · 12-07-2010, 21:12

A couple I took on holiday with my new FinePix S1500.

Really pleased with the results...

haydnwalker · 12-07-2010, 21:20

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Originally Posted by Cobbydaler

A couple I took on holiday with my new FinePix S1500.

Really pleased with the results...

Nice shots

I always like dusk shots.

See attached for my effort taken in Hawaii earlier this year. The effect is a little stronger than yours (I prefer yours) but it was a first attempt

Jimmy-J · 12-07-2010, 21:20

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Originally Posted by Cobbydaler

A couple I took on holiday with my new FinePix S1500.

Really pleased with the results...

Nice, very calming and relaxing.

Delta Whiskey · 13-07-2010, 09:37

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Originally Posted by Cobbydaler

A couple I took on holiday with my new FinePix S1500.

Really pleased with the results...

Nice work, I really like the reflections.

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Originally Posted by haydnwalker

Nice shots

I always like dusk shots.

See attached for my effort taken in Hawaii earlier this year. The effect is a little stronger than yours (I prefer yours) but it was a first attempt

Cracking shot.

I'm more of a sunrise shooter http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=sunrise&w=7944055%40N08

Halcyon · 17-07-2010, 17:28

As I am going to be using my camera a lot outside I finally bought a UV filter to protect my lens.
It seems great so far.
I got the Hoya - Pro1 UV Filter.

LSainsbury · 17-07-2010, 18:08

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Originally Posted by Halcyon

As I am going to be using my camera a lot outside I finally bought a UV filter to protect my lens.
It seems great so far.
I got the Hoya - Pro1 UV Filter.

What lens have you got, Halcyon?

Halcyon · 17-07-2010, 19:21

I have a Nikon 70-300VR

Delta Whiskey · 17-07-2010, 19:27

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Originally Posted by Halcyon

As I am going to be using my camera a lot outside I finally bought a UV filter to protect my lens.
It seems great so far.
I got the Hoya - Pro1 UV Filter.

I only use a UV filter if I'm going into a dusty/sandy place otherwise I trust to the lens hood for protection. The Hoya Pro1 UV Filter is hopefully (given the price) a superior piece of glass, but I'd still rather not put anything in front of the lens unless I have to.

Halcyon · 17-07-2010, 19:48

I see what you are saying Delta. It's just currently with going out and having to often quickly get my gear together I find the protection is worth it.
I couldnt really afford another lens at the moment.

Delta Whiskey · 17-07-2010, 20:22

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Originally Posted by Halcyon

I see what you are saying Delta. It's just currently with going out and having to often quickly get my gear together I find the protection is worth it.
I couldnt really afford another lens at the moment.

Even professional photographers are split over using a UV filter. I see arguments both for and against, it's almost 50%-50% I think. At the end of the day, just do whatever is comfortable for yourself.

LSainsbury · 17-07-2010, 21:08

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Originally Posted by Delta Whiskey

Even professional photographers are split over using a UV filter. I see arguments both for and against, it's almost 50%-50% I think. At the end of the day, just do whatever is comfortable for yourself.

That's just what I was about to say! I was talking to a chap in Jessops (a very helpful / knowledgeable chap - not like the normal staff!) and said that it probably wasn't worthing putting a UV on the lens unless it was used a LOT outside and it was an expensive piece of optics.

I'm in two minds if I sould get a UV for my Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS Zoom Lens. It's a cheaper end of the Canon optics - if it was a USM Ultrasonic then I probably would.

alferret · 17-07-2010, 21:50

I have UV's fitted to all my lenses (5 in total) I never leave home without protection