Say hello to my new toy. - Page 3

gatecrasher · 20th April 2003, 1:25 PM

Admiral I have to say those ISO examples are impressive. I haven't used a high end digital camera, but Im amazed that it can hold such quality at an iso of 3200. What shutter speed/apeture were you using at that iso?..

Also what lens are you thinking of getting when you muster up the cash. I noticed recently that Tamron released a 28-300mm lens, which I would love to get my hands on. Does canon have a similar lens with a really versatile range?..(would be great for travelling me thinks

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Admiral · 20th April 2003, 1:29 PM

Sorry mate, I deleted the original files from that ISO test, so the shutter speed/aperture are lost forever. It wasn't long though, maybe around the realm of 1/20 to 1/50. I remember I only bothered putting the camera on a tripod so the photos would line up properly.

And the next two lenses I buy (can't see myself needing any others really) are the Canon 70-200 f/4L, and the Sigma 15/30mm f3.5/4.5 for wide angle work.

Foos · 20th April 2003, 8:53 PM

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Originally posted by gatecrasher
Admiral I have to say those ISO examples are impressive. I haven't used a high end digital camera, but Im amazed that it can hold such quality at an iso of 3200. What shutter speed/apeture were you using at that iso?..

Also what lens are you thinking of getting when you muster up the cash. I noticed recently that Tamron released a 28-300mm lens, which I would love to get my hands on. Does canon have a similar lens with a really versatile range?..(would be great for travelling me thinks )

that lens is severe shite.

gatecrasher · 21st April 2003, 12:59 PM

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Originally posted by Foos
that lens is severe shite.

Why?.. I haven't used it or heard anything about it. But just looking at the specs it looked pretty useful. Whats the matter with it?

mindstormr · 21st April 2003, 1:06 PM

speaking of your expensive toys admiral

what kind of tripod do you have

Admiral · 21st April 2003, 1:19 PM

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Originally posted by mindstormr
what kind of tripod do you have

A Manfrotto 190D base with a 141RC head.

Just the basic combination really, but it does the trick.

Bangers · 21st April 2003, 11:25 PM

nice

Got any show off pics for us who don't own insanely expensive digital cameras?

Wrasse · 21st April 2003, 11:33 PM

Very nice Camera. I am insanely jealous and aspire to someday start a thread like this of my own.

I am officially drooling into my key;kjhdk m... .. . . .

Admiral · 25th April 2003, 3:40 PM

Well, the lack of a wide angle lens was absolutely killing me, so I went out and got the Sigma 15-30 f3.5-4.5 DG Lens today. For $1350, it's at least a third cheaper than any Canon lens that could get you that kind of coverage, which made it a very attractive buy.

Also, it's recieved excellent reviews from many Canon users on the DPreview Forums, with the odd exception here and there.

I'll dump some example shots into the Photography Appreciation Thread, but here's a photo of the lens on the camera:

codegenic · 25th April 2003, 4:55 PM

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Originally posted by Admiral
Well, the lack of a wide angle lens was absolutely killing me, so I went out and got the Sigma 15-30 f3.5-4.5 DG Lens today. For $1350, it's at least a third cheaper than any Canon lens that could get you that kind of coverage, which made it a very attractive buy.

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Foos · 26th April 2003, 7:29 AM

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Originally posted by Admiral
A Manfrotto 190D base with a 141RC head.

Just the basic combination really, but it does the trick.

hheh who doesn't have the tripod?

the price is too hard to pass up for a frotto.

jquirke · 26th April 2003, 12:21 PM

I hope it is insured

Stevohh · 26th April 2003, 1:31 PM

hello toy
how are you??
im fine thanx

nice camera

BenZor · 26th April 2003, 2:40 PM

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where did u buy it and where did u buy the assessorys for it. I'm getting a A60 (noob) camera tomorrow and i need a 128mb CF. Cheapest i've found is 70

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$60 from your local friendly benzor

Greystorm · 26th April 2003, 3:39 PM

Wow. That is one impressive camera. Are you a professional photographer (when you're not working your day job that is) or just an amateur?

20th April 2003, 1:25 PM	#31
gatecrasher Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: London Posts: 2,643	Admiral I have to say those ISO examples are impressive. I haven't used a high end digital camera, but Im amazed that it can hold such quality at an iso of 3200. What shutter speed/apeture were you using at that iso?.. Also what lens are you thinking of getting when you muster up the cash. I noticed recently that Tamron released a 28-300mm lens, which I would love to get my hands on. Does canon have a similar lens with a really versatile range?..(would be great for travelling me thinks ) __________________ - Gallery - -Absolv.com - Photography Vault- -Stock Photography-

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26th April 2003, 3:39 PM	#45
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20th April 2003, 1:29 PM	#32
Admiral Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 2,022	Sorry mate, I deleted the original files from that ISO test, so the shutter speed/aperture are lost forever. It wasn't long though, maybe around the realm of 1/20 to 1/50. I remember I only bothered putting the camera on a tripod so the photos would line up properly. And the next two lenses I buy (can't see myself needing any others really) are the Canon 70-200 f/4L, and the Sigma 15/30mm f3.5/4.5 for wide angle work.

21st April 2003, 1:06 PM	#35
mindstormr Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: 2220 Posts: 234	speaking of your expensive toys admiral what kind of tripod do you have

21st April 2003, 11:33 PM	#38
Wrasse Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Brisbane Posts: 251	Very nice Camera. I am insanely jealous and aspire to someday start a thread like this of my own. I am officially drooling into my key;kjhdk m... .. . . .

25th April 2003, 3:40 PM	#39
Admiral Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 2,022	Well, the lack of a wide angle lens was absolutely killing me, so I went out and got the Sigma 15-30 f3.5-4.5 DG Lens today. For $1350, it's at least a third cheaper than any Canon lens that could get you that kind of coverage, which made it a very attractive buy. Also, it's recieved excellent reviews from many Canon users on the DPreview Forums, with the odd exception here and there. I'll dump some example shots into the Photography Appreciation Thread, but here's a photo of the lens on the camera:

26th April 2003, 12:21 PM	#42
jquirke (Banned or Deleted) Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Sao Paulo, Brazil Posts: 1,699	I hope it is insured