The Official Photography Thread - Vol. 3

[astronout]

How did you guys find your "style" in photography?

shooting any and everything all the time until you eventually find your niche. i don't believe there's any other way. still trying to find mines btw.

Cherry Blossom preseason here in Tokyo.



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[romcadoo]

now if i had the 85 1.2 that'd be a bit of a different story

Just watched a video on some 1.4 and 1.2 lenses those look insane.

My 2 cents on the D500 vs. D750 subject:

well the difference is basically how much light the each is able to absorb, there are other things like a shallower depth of field, wider field of view(s), & maybe better noise performance/slightly cleaner images (genearally & at high iso especially) for full frame but if you can get more light onto a crop sensor, it can come pretty close to that 'full frame' look...each has their advantages, but those differences are really difficult to see for just about everyone

That's what was making it tough for me. Looking at both statistics on paper it's was a close call, and even thought they are so similar since no-one has been able to test the comparison, it's hard to see how much alike they truly are.
I've never shot with FX before so I've never seen 1st hand how much it changes the way your images come out.

 

[amitt5504]

How did you guys find your "style" in photography?

By taking pictures over and over. My style is primary with natural portraits (both at macro and wide). Practice makes perfect

 

[Nawzlew]

How did you guys find your "style" in photography?

Like subject matter or post processing?

 

[timelessflight]

How did you guys find your "style" in photography?

Like subject matter or post processing?

Both

 

[ksteezy]

vignetting in real world usage of 1.8 isnt that bad man. also, if its that big of an issue, you can correct it in light room with a click of a checkbox

all are shot on either 85mm 1.8 or 50mm 1.8

Your portrait work is getting stronger bro, keep at it, I'm gonna say this as advice and I know you didn't ask for the criticism, but lose the watermark...lol using watermarks has become wild dated I cringe every time I see photographers watermarking their stuff...just my 2 cents

 

[NowForeverAlways]

one of my favorite shots from my stay in Philly this past week.

nice. I love that spot

 

[djyoung08]

vignetting in real world usage of 1.8 isnt that bad man. also, if its that big of an issue, you can correct it in light room with a click of a checkbox

all are shot on either 85mm 1.8 or 50mm 1.8

Your portrait work is getting stronger bro, keep at it, I'm gonna say this as advice and I know you didn't ask for the criticism, but lose the watermark...lol using watermarks has become wild dated I cringe every time I see photographers watermarking their stuff...just my 2 cents

thanks man.

and u right... i only post w/ my watermark when posting on social media. i consider NT social media.

my "site" / portfolio doesnt have watermarked photos.

i've been thinking about dropping it all together. legit 1 less step

 

[owensstr8clownin]

Don't think i'm ready for a DSLR camera... BUT.... What would a good camera to learn with be? I know a lot of you have started and have had different opinions with brands/cameras.

and Point and shoot wise i'm looking at a Sony RX100m2. Has anyone had any experience with this camera?

 

[yanky]

Focus on the Mark 3 is way better than the Mark 2. You will notice the difference if you are shooting concerts and sports as I did. It was worth getting the upgrade to the Mark 3 but I wish I just bought that off the bat.


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This is in Marin?

 

[dunksrnice]

Recent wedding work this week. Photographed a wedding in Muir Woods & one in San Francisco City Hall.





More work coming soon. I got like 6 months of wedding photos I haven't blogged but given to the clients :\

IG - @dunksrnice
www.dunksrnice.net

 

[dragicon]

now if i had the 85 1.2 that'd be a bit of a different story

Just watched a video on some 1.4 and 1.2 lenses those look insane.

My 2 cents on the D500 vs. D750 subject:

well the difference is basically how much light the each is able to absorb, there are other things like a shallower depth of field, wider field of view(s), & maybe better noise performance/slightly cleaner images (genearally & at high iso especially) for full frame but if you can get more light onto a crop sensor, it can come pretty close to that 'full frame' look...each has their advantages, but those differences are really difficult to see for just about everyone

That's what was making it tough for me. Looking at both statistics on paper it's was a close call, and even thought they are so similar since no-one has been able to test the comparison, it's hard to see how much alike they truly are.
I've never shot with FX before so I've never seen 1st hand how much it changes the way your images come out.

I prefer full frame, but having said that, I think it would be pretty damn difficult to tell what kind of pictures have been shot on which type of camera. Most important thing about photography is the photographer. Don't get caught up in pixel peeping and worrying about the tech specs of the cameras. You'll know for sure when the camera can no longer keep up with whatever type of photography you get into.

 

[owensstr8clownin]

Better camera to start and learn with Canon T5 or Nikon D3300? Please help. Don't have much experience with any type of shooting

 

[benzilla427]

Better camera to start and learn with Canon T5 or Nikon D3300? Please help. Don't have much experience with any type of shooting

Don't overthink it. Both are fine cameras to start off with.

As said in here before, if you have a friend that shoots either Canon or Nikon you may want go with the same brand so you can borrow lenses.

 

[Fong$tarr]

This is in Marin?

Muir Beach Lookout: https://www.yelp.com/biz/muir-beach-overlook-muir-beach

 

[owensstr8clownin]

Don't overthink it. Both are fine cameras to start off with.

As said in her before, if you have a friend that shoots either Canon or Nikon you may want go with the same brand so you can borrow lenses.

Thank you. I was being lazy and didn't want to go through pages. I am really overthinking it...

 

[Nawzlew]

Better camera to start and learn with Canon T5 or Nikon D3300? Please help. Don't have much experience with any type of shooting

If you want a rebel get the "i" version of the camera.

A used T4i is a good option. It'll run you maybe $300-$350 for the body only, then pick up a 50mm 1.8 for ~$100 or a 24mm 2.8 for a little more.

 

[owensstr8clownin]

If you want a rebel get the "i" version of the camera.

A used T4i is a good option. It'll run you maybe $300-$350 for the body only, then pick up a 50mm 1.8 for ~$100 or a 24mm 2.8 for a little more.

Thanks for the advice. I'll look around and see my options.

 

[Fong$tarr]

Recent wedding work this week. Photographed a wedding in Muir Woods & one in San Francisco City Hall.




More work coming soon. I got like 6 months of wedding photos I haven't blogged but given to the clients :\

I just got asked to do a City Hall wedding this Wednesday. Looks like I am going to rent the 70-200mm to make my life easy. I am actually sort of excited just cause I never do this kind of shooting.

 

[c8o8nner]

If you want a rebel get the "i" version of the camera.

A used T4i is a good option. It'll run you maybe $300-$350 for the body only, then pick up a 50mm 1.8 for ~$100 or a 24mm 2.8 for a little more.

Whats the difference does the "i" make?

 

[Nawzlew]

It's better.

 

[mylesp]

anybody developing film at home? i want to start doing that. i currently do it in class, but im in the photo 2 class and thats the last one so eventually i want to start doing it at home. what products do you reccomend?

basically i want a changing bag, film roll, tank and chemicals. any advice? i currently use the stainless steel tanks at schol, but im looking at the Patterson tanks currently.

 

[dunksrnice]

Fong - 70-200 is needed but most of my shots were done with a 24-70 & a 50. Congrats and good luck!

 

[dunksrnice]

anybody developing film at home? i want to start doing that. i currently do it in class, but im in the photo 2 class and thats the last one so eventually i want to start doing it at home. what products do you reccomend?

basically i want a changing bag, film roll, tank and chemicals. any advice? i currently use the stainless steel tanks at schol, but im looking at the Patterson tanks currently.

I currently develop and print my roll of films. Are you developing 35mm or medium format? IMO steel tanks never worked out for me, the plastic ones such as Pattersons are way easier to use.

I need to scan and present my film stuff, got hundreds of photos not shown yet but I develop using HC-110. For 35mm & medium format I go with Kodak Tri-X 400 for both. I like how the blacks are more contrast. I use this site for all my development times. Whatever developer you use, it helps out alot. http://www.digitaltruth.com/devchart.php

 

[mylesp]

I currently develop and print my roll of films. Are you developing 35mm or medium format? IMO steel tanks never worked out for me, the plastic ones such as Pattersons are way easier to use.

I need to scan and present my film stuff, got hundreds of photos not shown yet but I develop using HC-110. For 35mm & medium format I go with Kodak Tri-X 400 for both. I like how the blacks are more contrast. I use this site for all my development times. Whatever developer you use, it helps out alot. http://www.digitaltruth.com/devchart.php

Oh wow didn't know you shoot film. I shoot 35mm Ilford hp5, but I plan to get medium format in the future. I don't know anything about the different film chemicals. We just use d76 in class. I guess I'll have to look into the different ones. I have used that chart. I use it when I push film to get the times. Do you use a changing bag? Also where do you hang your negatives to dry?