The Official Photography Thread - Vol. 3

ksteezy said:
my journey to where im at today (which btw im still climbing that steep slope in this field) started 4-5 years ago bro, is really not something that happens over night, i first started with a rebel xti and a tamron 28-75mm, rocked that for a while, started buying a bunch of cheap lenses which gladly i was able to sell back so i didnt lose much money, but if this is something you want to do for the long run i suggest invest wisely, dont go crazy buying cheap lenses, just get yourself started with an entry level dslr like a t3i or something like that, get a good walk around lense, the 28-75 tamron and 50mm 1.4 are great to start off, the tamron will give you more flexibility, alweays shoot manual even if at first you suck, just stick with it, eventually with gain knowledge and understanding of your camera, uyoull develop a style and will know which lenses suit you best, only then should you consider dropping that crazy guap on glass, once you have a good lense that suits your shooting preference you might consider upgrading bodies, just keep in mind glass >>>>> body...but most important figuring out how and what you want to shoot.
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Ksteezy

Thanks for the info, I checked out the cam and the lenses .... I will prolly grab the cam, but if I had to choose one out of both lenses what should I grab? I'm looking to take pics like the image you got into GQ, simply wdywt and ootd type ish... (Just to start off)

I really do appreciate the help!

Also, if anyone else has any input just holla!
 
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Appreciate the bag links. I'm moving to Germany in October and I'll be country hopping a lot. I want something that can haul my macbook from time to time. I don't have any lenses at the moment as I sold all but one of them to revamp my glass lineup so I don't really need a lot of space at the moment. I'll be getting a couple new lenses and a speedlite in the next few months so I'll need space eventually.
 
Mr Fongstarr said:
Being a photographer is just so much more easier then it used to be. I can see how it people would want to do it as a profession. Unfortunately doing it and making a decent coin is another thing. The only way to really make money in the digital world is shooting weddings. Being a commercial photographer is still pretty hard to be.
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Agreed. Unless you have connections and people reference your work then you won't be able to make a decent earning. Standing out from other photographers and doing something different can also be tough but everyone has their own style so that makes them unique. I really want to get into car photography and begin shooting for magazines but I know the road is long and tough to make it there. There are many many other great car photographers out there that I follow and their work is amazing. I thinks it's all about getting noticed, connections, and luck.
 
Keko Jones said:
The bags aren't practical for me. Especially if you are constantly going to be moving and site seeing. I rather have something to is meant for my back than my side.
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When I'm actually walking around, the camera would be on a Black Rapid strap. I've gone on 2 vacations abroad now with it and it's worked out quite well for me. I'm not a big fan of plain backpacks since I find it always a hassle to get the camera out of the bag quickly and they're typically pretty bulky.

I'll test this messenger bag this weekend. It should arrive from Amazon this week.
 
yanky said:
Mr Fongstarr said:
Being a photographer is just so much more easier then it used to be. I can see how it people would want to do it as a profession. Unfortunately doing it and making a decent coin is another thing. The only way to really make money in the digital world is shooting weddings. Being a commercial photographer is still pretty hard to be.
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Agreed. Unless you have connections and people reference your work then you won't be able to make a decent earning. Standing out from other photographers and doing something different can also be tough but everyone has their own style so that makes them unique. I really want to get into car photography and begin shooting for magazines but I know the road is long and tough to make it there. There are many many other great car photographers out there that I follow and their work is amazing. I thinks it's all about getting noticed, connections, and luck.
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care to drop names of said amazing car photogs? instagram(s)?
 
Oh the whole bag tip, I just want to throw out that slings are horrible if you are carrying heavy equipment. I only carry a Mark 2 and 24mm L and my shoulders tend to hurt in the long run. Never had this issue with my Nikon D90 and lenses but I know the weight is significantly lighter then what I have now. So just keep that in mind and if you do plan on getting sling and lugging tons of stuff, make sure that bag has some additional waist straps cause that could help a lot.
 
Mr Fongstarr said:
Oh the whole bag tip, I just want to throw out that slings are horrible if you are carrying heavy equipment. I only carry a Mark 2 and 24mm L and my shoulders tend to hurt in the long run. Never had this issue with my Nikon D90 and lenses but I know the weight is significantly lighter then what I have now. So just keep that in mind and if you do plan on getting sling and lugging tons of stuff, make sure that bag has some additional waist straps cause that could help a lot.
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Do you even lift?
 
Haha.....all good on the question. It's odd I admit (and I do lift....well, mildly) and never thought it wouldn't be a total issue but it is. I am sure not everyone would experience it but I am just throwing out my experience. I've had a love/hate for sling bags. I had a camera backpack before and hated how you always had to take off your bag to grab your camera. Got a sling and it was so much more functional but ever since I got my new camera, I've noticed it strains my shoulder after some long hours. I usually will take it with me on the weekends and can be out walking about in SF for like 4-5 hours and by the end of the day, it just sort of aches my body. I even have to take out the camera and just carry it in my hands to help with it and that totally defeats the purpose of having a bag.

I got the Incase sling and wanted to get the sling pro (pic below) because of the waist strap but it is just way to big for me to carry around. Might have to go back to a backpack.

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Mr Fongstarr said:
Haha.....all good on the question. It's odd I admit (and I do lift....well, mildly) and never thought it wouldn't be a total issue but it is. I am sure not everyone would experience it but I am just throwing out my experience. I've had a love/hate for sling bags. I had a camera backpack before and hated how you always had to take off your bag to grab your camera. Got a sling and it was so much more functional but ever since I got my new camera, I've noticed it strains my shoulder after some long hours. I usually will take it with me on the weekends and can be out walking about in SF for like 4-5 hours and by the end of the day, it just sort of aches my body. I even have to take out the camera and just carry it in my hands to help with it and that totally defeats the purpose of having a bag.

I got the Incase sling and wanted to get the sling pro (pic below) because of the waist strap but it is just way to big for me to carry around. Might have to go back to a backpack.
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I agree. I started off with a sling bag when I shot with a T3i with the kit lens and a 50mm. Once I upgraded my equipment to a 5DM2 with a ton of extras, carrying around the sling bag was a hassle. I have had this bag http://www.caselogic.com/en-us/us/p...lr-cameralaptop-backpack-_-slrc_-_206_-_black for almost a year now and no complaints. It holds a lot (including a tripod) which many sling bags don't offer. Don't think about what looks cool, go practical and you'll be better off.
 
I don't know what's the need to carry all that around .. 

I have a sling but only carry a good walk around lens and a low light lens. I'm I'm taking everything out, I either have a shoot or I'm going to a location where I know I'll need everything. Besides that, it's all pointless for me!

My bag carries two lenses a body and a flash. All I need for a normal day out.
 
Just two bags in my lineup: Incase Ari Marcopolous sling and DSLR Pro Pack

IMO the sling bags are good if you just need to carry around a few things like a body and 2 lenses. Anything more than that and the weight will start to become an issue. Even though the gear isn't as accessible with a backpack, the ability to carry more gear and have all that weight distributed more evenly is a small price to pay.

and yes, I do lift...bro
 
I stuffed my Lowepro slingbag with a body, 24-70, 70-200, a coupe of primes, 1 flash, several batteries, and some misc. accessories (light meter, nd filters, etc). And oh yeah, I would strap my tripod to it also. By the end of the night, my one shoulder would always be killing me (even with the waist straps locked in). 
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Quite honestly, I don't feel the need to take my camera, let alone all of my gear, with me wherever I go now like I used to the first year I got it. So if I do bring the camera, there has to be a purpose and the question is my mind is that if the purpose is worth the pain on my shoulders. LOL
 
tokes99 said:
care to drop names of said amazing car photogs? instagram(s)?
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Just to name a few. I think they're great photographers but others may not feel the same.

http://www.supercarfocus.com/pages/media instagram:supercarfocusdotcom

http://gfwilliams.net/

http://www.mophotodesign.com/#!automotive/c22j5

http://instagram.com/jeremycliff# -> He shot the cover for Heavy Hitters Mag. http://jeremycliff.com/heavy-hitters-magazine-issue-32/

http://web.stagram.com/n/andrewlink
 
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Whatever happened to my man Quickster? I am like finally trying to do this flash thing and he's been MIA for a minute. Dude does a dope job on shooting cars but even he stopped doing that on Instagram.
 
^^^^There you go. That dude kills man. Interesting how he's using the 135mm L for portraits. Sort of makes me want to get it.
 
Mr Fongstarr said:
^^^^There you go. That dude kills man. Interesting how he's using the 135mm L for portraits. Sort of makes me want to get it.
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Yea his shots are great! I want to get to his level someday. Nice to see that he's shooting for a few wheel companies.
 
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yanky said:
tokes99 said:
care to drop names of said amazing car photogs? instagram(s)?
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Just to name a few. I think they're great photographers but others may not feel the same.

http://www.supercarfocus.com/pages/media instagram:supercarfocusdotcom

http://gfwilliams.net/

http://www.mophotodesign.com/#!automotive/c22j5

http://instagram.com/jeremycliff# -> He shot the cover for Heavy Hitters Mag. http://jeremycliff.com/heavy-hitters-magazine-issue-32/

http://web.stagram.com/n/andrewlink
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good looking out, always appreciate examples of people doing great work!
 
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