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Show some humility and respect, We are all here to learn from one another, not to discriminate by showing you a more superior than others in terms of gears and knowledge.

This post has been edited by cIvIc_noob: Nov 13 2014, 12:30 AM

Oh DPP, The free software that comes with the camera, i never installed it, I assumed it is a basic function photo software as compared to photoshop and photoshop would have more tutorial online. Looks like slight improvement in CA in the middle of stork wings. but this is close up which i rarely shoot.

Thanks for sharing maybe someday I would use it.

I was contemplating between ordering the 70d and 7D from Lazada as the price is so similar (body only). I was wondering if buying xxD series would be considered downgrade since it is not magnesium alloy body and consider high end rebels. In the end i bought none and end up wih 60d cause cheaper. Haha, my hand was moving on the joystick area and I was like, hmmm, cannot be why am I moving my thumb near this area, and there is nothing here, then i took out my 20d , ou... i am so used to the joystick there.

Sorry what is BMPCC? New to this video thing, when u say video cams, you dont mean dslr with video capabilities right, u meant video cams in specific.

I use to browse a lot of pictures online and go "Ah, I want to do something like this", Go read read how to do it and make a replica of it. This is all a learning process as we understand the theory behind each shot and we can apply them later. I think i understand how you feel, the more you look at pictures online, the more similarity you see landscape landscape landscape, rule of third potrait rule of third potrait rule of third potrait , and at one time it was HDR HDR HDR. You see until you want to puke everyone take the same pictures.

Maybe you do like silver above, when you look at it again, you will remember "Oh i took this picture because yada yada yada" it brings you memories when you look at it and at the same time you can frame it, edit it etc etc as artistic as you like and share it.


Nowadays I see got public event, i will go and mingle and shoot and then get to know people. Whilst there, i apply whatever I have learned rule of third, cropped framing, leading lines etc etc and shoot whatever subject i find interesting or whatever the event is. I DON'T prefer stage event as there are always dancing dancing, talking talking, real damn boring. From there you will find your inspiration, even a light bulb, a tree, or a traffic light, just stare and visualise a shot. Hey this helps me meet people and I can ask them if they ever need a photog, they can call me. Gotta make some money to pay for your gears right . Im not a pro just a hobbyist.




This post has been edited by cIvIc_noob: Jul 20 2014, 07:49 AM

Wah congrats on your purchase, no need VC lah. This range not zoom kao kao so won't be shaking if you zoom to 50 and hand held, unless you ahpek hands.

Tembak Burung ni bagus 200 1.8

What is APU, Asia Pac Uni issit?

U shoot model hio, u realry kaya.

I don't own both the lens so but i can only suggest you consider based on what you want to do with it.

Prime lenses generally gives higher quality picture in being crisp and sharp. Since it is a pancake lens it is light too.

Zoom lens give you flexibility in range and since it is fast at 2.8 definitely a go go, normally prime will give better quality pics but nowadays tech has improved and i believe it will give you pics that are just as good.

In terms of quality of picture , you can go compare web reviews side by side comparison. But i believe it is only when you zoom into the details then you see the difference or such as Chromatic abberation and vignette and etc.

In Conclusion, for myself i would prefer zoom lens and even if the quality lacks a bit in terms of CA, Vignetting and sharpness.

Happy deciding.

Nice

Apa setting, what post processing technique you do?

Orang kaya ni, L Lens, come share some pictures and technique ambik gambar

Hi Friend,

Try this for saving your pop up flash, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9ePwa0HDGA.

It is a common problem with Canon DSLR (I cannot say so for other brand as I have not used them) if you use external flash for a long period of time. I have to readjust once in a while after 3/4 hour event shoot as the external flash have been there for a long time and the contact button is stuck. Take a paper clip of what ever that can reach to fiddle the button under the metal in hot shoe.

Happy selling, market rate is around RM600 for 500D for body only and RM700 For 550D, Of course if you go to shop they will have to take it in for lower because they need to sell it for a profit.

Good Luck!

Added you bro, post some pictures and techniques & setting to share.

Oops, my bad quoted wrong person, wanted to reply to another member.

Cool, I also feel like buying one to play, maybe next time.

Share share your pics here too

This post has been edited by cIvIc_noob: Jul 31 2014, 05:02 PM

Aiyo,

I just got a call from the client. They say I edit too much, my photo look like artistic rendering instead of photograph

The other day I ask what is to be removed, they say I can remove the construction tent poles and etc.

Haha, now they want it all back in cept for the poles.

So wasted nobody enjoy my artistic rendering so i post to share here.



This post has been edited by cIvIc_noob: Jul 31 2014, 05:06 PM

Because the pet is on the same plane as the bar so it will confuse which to focus.

I have always set the focus point to the middle and use that middle focus point for it to autofocus. 99% accurate, 1% for failing in shooting small subject far away.

1. Keep autofocus on, set focus point to middle.
2. Aim your middle focus point on animal through viewfinder
3. Half press shutter so it locks focus and don't let go, recompose.
4. Full press shutter

He nampak marah

I tried one almost a month ago with the 60d, some pictures turn out oof i don't know apa problem, I also won't be buying one cause i don't have need for it. Al cheapo 50mm 1.8 serves more than enough.

This post has been edited by cIvIc_noob: Aug 3 2014, 07:01 AM

Wow long time i no hang out here see this fruitie's nick liao, i come back lepak here she terus quit canon. haha

Hey this one kasi crop near near the bug, see if can see details, cuba first

Well,

Anyone who tried different brands come and explain to our friend here. But i believe all cameras will have their merit.

But ah, last time when i was promoting Canon cameras, I always tell people flip to the bottom and see where the cameras are made. All Canon even the lowest end DSLR comes from Japan, and all Nikons come from Thailand except the higher end unit.But now change liao, lower end made in Taiwan, i think 700d is made in Japan.

Best you use dpreview.com to check out and compare the camera you wanna buy and go to the shop and try one by one.

I am so used to the Canon's dials and positioning.

My personal reason I am using Canon is as follow, it may not apply to everybody.

My first SLR was a Canon film and i got it cheap with a Remote too, until today i still can use it on my new body. (Reason to buy: cause its cheap and i got a good deal and after taking some shots and processing it, i loved the bokeh produced by the camera and lens)

My second camera, digital was a Canon too as i can port the lens and accesory over. (I loved it, it was light and easy to use, colour wise can be manipulated in camera menu). Autofocus is fast and it was the cheapest DSLR in the market. (Reason to buy: Cheapest DSLR in the market at new and second hand! and it is made in Japan)

Then i traded some items with another film Canon with a zoom lens and accesories, i love how all the items are interchangeable between all and autofocus still works. Of course ef-s lens cannot go to ef body as they have different construction. (Reason to buy: didnt have to pay any money to get free cam, lens and accesories)

I then bought another semi pro DSLR from Canon because it has a magnesium alloy body and i tell you this is tough. (Reason to buy: Upgrade, magnesium alloy body, first time i tried the dial and the high fps, i am so hook)

Then i was working part time to support my studies as a camera promoter for canon, at camera fairs i get to socialise with many camera promoters and play play with many different brands. From there, Straight out of camera shots from the Canon are more naturally toned, sony's picture processing are more vibrant and Nikon's user interface wasn't very user friendly and they are all made in Thailand, back then, sony don't produce camera sensor and they were using Nikon camera sensors.

Some customers wanted to trade in, again i would makan myself if the camera is a good deal, i got another semi pro body for cheap, the cam was 8 years old, i tried it and it was still solid, everything was still functioning. Until today i still use it as my backup body and studio set.

I have been using that ever since and recently i added another Canon DSLR with video capabilities but sad to say they removed the magnesium alloy body from this range. (Magnesium alloy is really tough, I was in a product training and the trainer brought the camera frame of the 50d and he was easily over 100kg and he step onto it and it never even deformed.)

Why do I still use canon now?
1. My accesories and lens are canon specific and it will be a hassle to sell one shot, no reason to sell too.
2. I am used to the interfaces and dials
3. Fast autofocus
4. Most cantik-cantik photo you see online are photoshop, so its not always about the camera.
5. I know how to repair my own gears for example by taking a whole lens apart and changing parts.(There are tutorials online if you ever need one because many poeple use canon.)
6. I've used my cams under drizzles and no problem.
7. Most people i know uses canon and we sekejap sekejap "Bro, i got event to cover tomorrow, my lens under repair can pinjam yours as spare" or the next photographer i meet be it pro or amateur"
8. I've also used the service centre before, they are professional and get the repair and service done.


Why should you consider a canon?
1. I believe they still give 2 years warranty now, at one point of time they even back their product for 3 years warranty. Brands aside, you know warranty is always very important for electronics in case you get a lemon unit.
2. The lower end nikons cannot use af on their 50mm and has to mf, the canon ones from the first eos camera the 650 until the highest end one can use it. And the canon version cost like 300 bucks. I think the nikons are like 4-500.
3.Also if you go to a major sporting event, you will realise that a majority say 70% shoot canon, take a look at the pic below. The white lenses are all canon shooters. Why people use Canons? FAST AF. But please you must know the USM motors are the driving force of these lenses, not all lens are built equal.
4. You like natural skin tone straight out of camera.


Pls dont tell me TLDR, I spent some time writing this i hope you read it.

At the end of the day, whatever you choose, just practice practice practice, and capture the moment, and i remember a photog once said "I dont know of any good photographer and I only know those who post their best photographs."

TLDR, Too long, didnt read.

Any camera will do, why don't you just buy your friends camera since he say he wanna buy Nikon.

I've seen the sellers name many times in many platform should be trustable. if you takut, just go to the shop to buy.

Yes , i remember i was using some d3000 if i was not mistaken, to set iso, i need to go into menu. I was shocked, that i thought was one of the most adjustable properties when taking picture as sometimes we have have maxed out our aperture, and reach the limit of the hand held, what to do next, mah bump up iso loh, imagine, you go in and set set iso and your subject lari sudah, fuuuuuuUuU.

The 60D im using now missing the WB button, althought i tulan but at least can custom button for it, the old xxD series use to have dual function button near top LCD but now all single function. Well what to do, marketing strategy, we end up losing.