GKPE: General Ramblings thread

[weka2000]

Wazza was that with my bigma and 2xTC :lol:

[theflyingkiwi]

That's a cool shot. nothing like showing off the size of our own solar system. It's hard to believe that jupiter is so large that it would take thousands of moons to take up that space.

[downunder]

That looks a lot better through a telescope, and Jupiter showing also.

That's like 2500mm focal length.

The Celestron telescope is around US$4000.
For what it does, and top focal elements, motors, GPS, this and that.. does a crap load more than a similar price Canon 300mm F2.8

Wow thats impressive!

[Wazza]

No Tony, it's my grandads 2500mm 10" Meade LX200 telescope.. Soon to be replaced with a hopefully sharper 8" Celestron, which will be easier to move around also.

http://wazza.nfscity.com/photography.htm

click the right tile... there's a couple of planets.. 100% crop.
Which are probably 50-100 pixels across!
So it's really poor. May look at using a 2x or 1.4x converter also next time on the T mount.

[weka2000]

No Tony, it's my grandads 2500mm 10" Meade LX200 telescope.. Soon to be replaced with a hopefully sharper 8" Celestron, which will be easier to move around also.

http://wazza.nfscity.com/photography.htm

click the right tile... there's a couple of planets.. 100% crop.
Which are probably 50-100 pixels across!
So it's really poor. May look at using a 2x or 1.4x converter also next time on the T mount.

Thats about how sharp the bigma is on 20D :rolleyes:

[tag141]

Not quite as sharp but here was my attempt with bigma and 2xTC on the 10D. That gave a total of 1600mm. F8 and 1/8. Someone did ask if it was taken with a telescope. Sold a few A3 as well !

http://tph1.orcon.net.nz/moon1.jpg

[weka2000]

Well Ive spent all day working out what to do 1D or glass. So I shot down and did some bird photos with AI Focus and Multi burst. Results will be posted later.

The whole aim was to see if I would use 8.5fps.

[dgcorner]

Anyone know if there are short-courses in IT (hardware/hardware support) that I can enroll in? Any places you would recommend?

13 months on... and I need to start thinking about retooling myself because being on the dole is not an option for me... :rolleyes:

Seems like SMEs (small to medium enterprises - which account for 85% of companies out there) are not keen to have a migrant, and an Asian at that being "the face" of the company... man, why did I have to be in sales & marketing???

Sorry for the rant... just so frustrated that I have so much to offer and yet no one will give me a break...

[weka2000]

Anyone know if there are short-courses in IT (hardware/hardware support) that I can enroll in? Any places you would recommend?

13 months on... and I need to start thinking about retooling myself because being on the dole is not an option for me... :rolleyes:

Seems like SMEs (small to medium enterprises - which account for 85% of companies out there) are not keen to have a migrant, and an Asian at that being "the face" of the company... man, why did I have to be in sales & marketing???

Sorry for the rant... just so frustrated that I have so much to offer and yet no one will give me a break...

A+ at Ace is a week I think. Did it 8yrs ago cost ACC 5K

[weka2000]

here is my bird shots.

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=1803656#post1803656

Intresting experence :rolleyes: more trials needed

[Sweedishcarrot01]

Well Ive spent all day working out what to do 1D or glass. So I shot down and did some bird photos with AI Focus and Multi burst. Results will be posted later.

The whole aim was to see if I would use 8.5fps.

Glass, glass, glass, glass... oops, did I just repeat that four times?

Creativist, or, point and hold your finger on the shutter sports photographer, who are you? By the look of your images, you are the later. Don't let your side down buddy. :) :) ;)

[Sweedishcarrot01]

That looks a lot better through a telescope, and Jupiter showing also.

That's like 2500mm focal length.

The Celestron telescope is around US$4000.
For what it does, and top focal elements, motors, GPS, this and that.. does a crap load more than a similar price Canon 300mm F2.8[/QUOTE]

I like it.

[OiPaz]

Sorry for the rant... just so frustrated that I have so much to offer and yet no one will give me a break...
I know how you feel. I've been here for five months, so far, and I've applied for 38 different teaching position (and counting). Every time my applications were rejected (for unknown reasons), in spite of my PhD, my Italian experiences and the good references I've collected in the schools where I'm doing relief teaching. :(
I only have one year (actually 11 months) to secure a position here. Six months remaining. If I fail I'll have to come back to Italy, and that would really really really annoy me.

[FlyingPete]

That looks a lot better through a telescope, and Jupiter showing also.

That's like 2500mm focal length.

The Celestron telescope is around US$4000.
For what it does, and top focal elements, motors, GPS, this and that.. does a crap load more than a similar price Canon 300mm F2.8

I like it.[/QUOTE]

A little bit bigger than a 300/2.8 though! Not what I would want to walk around with all day.

Actually my Skywatcher is quite light, it is the tripod and mount that have the real weight. How heavy can a metal tube with a mirror at the end get?

[Wazza]

Yeah the point is..

A telescope with lots of functionality, a top brand, and all those features..

VS a totally overpriced Canon gear....

[FlyingPete]

Yeah the point is..

A telescope with lots of functionality, a top brand, and all those features..

VS a totally overpriced Canon gear....

Yep. Shame you can't fit a EOS AF motor to a telescope :rolleyes:

[weka2000]

Glass, glass, glass, glass... oops, did I just repeat that four times?

Creativist, or, point and hold your finger on the shutter sports photographer, who are you? By the look of your images, you are the later. Don't let your side down buddy. :) :) ;)

Checky blighter calling me a point and shoot photgrapher ;)

For that I should get the 1D and the glass.

[NordieBoy]

Yeah the point is..

A telescope with lots of functionality, a top brand, and all those features..

VS a totally overpriced Canon gear....
"sesnel amgis yub"

[Wazza]

I already did.. and got my 300-800 and 1DIII on order.

[weka2000]

I already did.. and got my 300-800 and 1DIII on order.

Better start doing weights while it get delivered. I can picture it now 1DmkIII+Sigma 300-800+Flash= 10kg

[DiscoLizard]

:cry: Haven't heard back from Graham.. so no new Sigma for GKPE IV tomorrow. Are there any plans in case we get fog again?

[Moppie]

:cry: Haven't heard back from Graham.. so no new Sigma for GKPE IV tomorrow. Are there any plans in case we get fog again?


Have a read of the thread, I certianly won't be put off by some fog :)

[joeseph]

Decided that my tripod is too wobbly - looks like the head is the culprit so have put the ballhead from my mini-tripod on (rated for 4Kg) now it's off to Akl Camera for a quick-release plate for it. Anyone want me to check certain stock levels while I'm there? ;-)

[Wazza]

When are you heading in?

[Wazza]

Fog is very likely tomorrow...

But will burn off quicker than today.. Maybe you need a cheap backup plan. The zoo has gone up to $18 now...

[joeseph]

When are you heading in?
Probably about 12ish - have to go home for the head first to make sure I get something that fits. Whatcha after?

[weka2000]

Ok ive reached a desision re what to buy.

Sigma 120-300 F2.8
Sigma 150 F2.8 Macro
Sigma 1.4TC

Sell my bigma and Canon 70-200 F4 and buy Canon 70-200F2.8

I want sharp photos. And a camera wont do that.

Also need to get a camera back pack like wazza hope it holds everything :rolleyes:

[scotttnz]

Maybe we should have an Auckland Camera stop tommorrow?

[Moppie]

Maybe we should have an Auckland Camera stop tommorrow?


I want to try the sigma 17-70 :)

Wazza, any chance you will being your sigma 70-300? I wouldn't mining have a go with it.

[tim]

I already did.. and got my 300-800 and 1DIII on order.

Really, or kidding? If so where/how much/any specs out yet? And why do you want a 1 series?

[Wazza]

No, I won't be using it.

I have these to play with:

Sigma 70-200
Sigma 120-300
Sigma 50-500
:p


Also my 10-20 could be up for grabs.. But I'll keep my 17-40 for car shots tomorrow

[weka2000]

Really, or kidding? If so where/how much/any specs out yet? And why do you want a 1 series?

Hes kidding, hell he cant even handle the weight of the Sigma 120-300 (how can you drop a lens like that) let alone a 300-800 :p

I miss my tele and 2xTC the max lenght I have is 200mm :(

[Wazza]

No Tim.. It's a vision for about 12 months into the future.. 1D yes.. Need it for all the stuff I do... Need more megapixel, and weatherproofing...

300-800 would be 18-24 months away, however may just need a 2x converter and get close to the subject.

[Moppie]

No, I won't be using it.



I'll see if I can find away to get my hands on it before I have to give Pete his camera back, otherwise Ill have to have a shoot with you, and try it on your camera :)



Im so close to buying a body...........

[Wazza]

What are her dimensions?

[Moppie]

What are her dimensions?


144 x 106 x 74 mm and she only weighs 785g

[tim]

I had a 1DsMk2 and an 85mm F1.2 V1 combo the other day, dang that thing was heavy!

[Wazza]

Have you not been doing your weights lately Tim?
:p

You need to use my 120-300 more often, definately weighty, but still comfortable with it.

[Moppie]

You need to use my 120-300 more often, definately weighty, but still comfortable with it.


Yes, but your not as tall as the lens is long.
Unlike Tim. :lol: :lol:

[tim]

Have you not been doing your weights lately Tim?

Just the 70-200 F2.8! Just started working a normal job again so just working out my gym arrangements...

[dgcorner]

For those of you starting out with filters this thread (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=129112&highlight=sunset+shot+in+2+hours) is interesting

[Wazza]

I'm off soon to Auckland Camera, just to see what they got....
And then to that place in town to look at a lens/20D cover.

[Moppie]

I'm off soon to Auckland Camera, just to see what they got....
And then to that place in town to look at a lens/20D cover.


Let us know if they have a sigma 17-70, I have a feeling I will get everything from this "Graham" but its nice to know what they have.

[Wazza]

Ok add's to list. :)

[joeseph]

Just back - spent only a mere $79.99 and am now proud owner of Manfrotto 625 :-)

[Moppie]

Cool, always nice to have new toys to play with on a big day out :)

[dgcorner]

Just back - spent only a mere $79.99 and am now proud owner of Manfrotto 625 :-)

Dang... that was quick! I wanted one of those Jessop double bubble levels... Oh well, I shall drop by AuckCam in a few days.

[dgcorner]

Just off the phone with IRD -- it takes around 10 weeks to get the refund!!!!:cry: :evil:

Gosh, they are so quick to take off your taxes yet so slow to make refunds... At this rate, I will be getting my refund toward the end of August.... bugger!:confused:

[theflyingkiwi]

Dang... that was quick! I wanted one of those Jessop double bubble levels... Oh well, I shall drop by AuckCam in a few days.

I was thinking I need one of those. for no real reason I just need to add to my kit :)

anything else you guys can think of that I need ?

[weka2000]

I was thinking I need one of those. for no real reason I just need to add to my kit :)

anything else you guys can think of that I need ?

More finger on the shutter. Havnt seen much from you latley hows that Sigma 100-300

[Wazza]

Just back from Auckland Camera and A2ZTech...

Bought the Kata 702 & 704 at A2Z, at $60+66 as John mentioned. :)

Met the owner, very nice guy, who says just bought a $30,000 lens for his video cam.. And has all these contracts and gear for those guys.

Saw a couple of Manfrotto tripods, and said, ah those ah good aren't they... :rolleyes:
Nope... They're crap. :lol: - Points to this other brand for video tripods.. The smallest and cheapest one is $1850.

So has my card, and will now pass on to another pro, who sometimes needs overflow. :)

[forsaken]

Bought the Kata 702 & 704 at A2Z, at $60+66 as John mentioned. :)

let us know how they go. (if you end up having to use them)

[weka2000]

Just back from Auckland Camera and A2ZTech...

Bought the Kata 702 & 704 at A2Z, at $60+66 as John mentioned. :)

Met the owner, very nice guy, who says just bought a $30,000 lens for his video cam.. And has all these contracts and gear for those guys.

Saw a couple of Manfrotto tripods, and said, ah those ah good aren't they... :rolleyes:
Nope... They're crap. :lol: - Points to this other brand for video tripods.. The smallest and cheapest one is $1850.

So has my card, and will now pass on to another pro, who sometimes needs overflow. :)

I expect a cut out of it for pointing you there in the first place :rolleyes:

[Wazza]

How did you all know so much about this place? :p

[dgcorner]

I was thinking I need one of those. for no real reason I just need to add to my kit :)

anything else you guys can think of that I need ?

Mark, I'm heading there sometime next week. From when I last checked the Jessops ones were around $40 each. Let me know if you want one and I can post to you. You can issue me a fast cheque or something. Let me know.

[weka2000]

How did you all know so much about this place? :p

I was talking with him 4 months ago.

[dgcorner]

Just back - spent only a mere $79.99 and am now proud owner of Manfrotto 625 :-)

Very interesting Duncan. Looks like I can swap the RC2 quick release system on my 468MG ballhead and use this 625 one which will allow a heavier camera to be mounted onto my tripod.

As they say, better to have higher rather than lower spec'd material.

[dgcorner]

Tony -- that guy (momentz?) with the new 70-200 EX DG Macro is from Auckland too!

EDIT: That red fringing on the GT is not fringing -- the badge has a red background

[weka2000]

Tony -- that guy (momentz?) with the new 70-200 EX DG Macro is from Auckland too!

EDIT: That red fringing on the GT is not fringing -- the badge has a red background

Well hes lucky then ;)

[dgcorner]

Well hes lucky then ;)

Lucky indeed -- he's one of the last few people who were able to purchase the lenses from Mattoron before TM management started investigating.

[weka2000]

Lucky indeed -- he's one of the last few people who were able to purchase the lenses from Mattoron before TM management started investigating.

Told you he was a crook, anyone who dosnt know their sigmas all come with collars must be :rolleyes:

[dgcorner]

What do you guys think of this (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Business-farming-industry/Businesses-for-sale/Services/auction-63901141.htm) -- looks interesting plus it would allow me to do what I love to do... and get some money flowing to pay the mortgage (I think)

I could use my sales and marketing skills to get more customers on board... and put my photography skills to good use...

[tag141]

I'd have to ask myself why is he selling? Mind you, if the real estate part didn't work you be able to provide a guttering/spouting cleaning service or hedge trimming service or a service for anything high-ish like a giraffe teeth cleaning service !!!

[weka2000]

What do you guys think of this (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Business-farming-industry/Businesses-for-sale/Services/auction-63901141.htm) -- looks interesting plus it would allow me to do what I love to do... and get some money flowing to pay the mortgage (I think)

I could use my sales and marketing skills to get more customers on board... and put my photography skills to good use...

Interesting concept. Wonder what he was taking photos off with a cherry picker.

We could all chip in a K each and have a new "GKPE" van

[theflyingkiwi]

a 6 meter Cherry Picker, hmmm I wonder what osh would say about that. I would check out the rego details and make sure they match up. I would also check with real estate agents to see how many they use

if you are really interested, check out http://www.open2view.com/contact.htmx

[dgcorner]

I'd have to ask myself why is he selling? Mind you, if the real estate part didn't work you be able to provide a guttering/spouting cleaning service or hedge trimming service or a service for anything high-ish like a giraffe teeth cleaning service !!!

Indeed, I have a list of questions drawn up. I'm thinking of meeting him early next week to do some due diligence...


Interesting concept. Wonder what he was taking photos off with a cherry picker.

We could all chip in a K each and have a new "GKPE" van

He used the cherry picker to take "aerial" shots of the house, hence his smaller digital camera.

Actually, the van alone is worth what he is asking for. It will be interesting to see how this pans out.

See you guys tomorrow -- bright, early, and sunny... fingers crossed... the weather report doesn't look good with gusting winds...

[dgcorner]

Thanks Mark, will do.

[tim]

What do you guys think of this (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Business-farming-industry/Businesses-for-sale/Services/auction-63901141.htm) -- looks interesting plus it would allow me to do what I love to do... and get some money flowing to pay the mortgage (I think)

I could use my sales and marketing skills to get more customers on board... and put my photography skills to good use...

Risky. I'd want to see figures and meet current customers before doing anything about that.

[dgcorner]

Thanks Tim. I will do due diligence and see how it goes.

[momentz]

Told you he was a crook, anyone who dosnt know their sigmas all come with collars must be :rolleyes:

He's not a crook :P 1500 positive feedbacks on trademe is nothing to be sneezed at :) Of course he's direct importing from HK but that much is obvious from the pricing. He was very good about the whole tm investigation thing, and gave us a discount for our trouble.
We have his email address now if anyone else wants to get in contact with him, drop us a PM :)

[weka2000]

He's not a crook :P 1500 positive feedbacks on trademe is nothing to be sneezed at :) Of course he's direct importing from HK but that much is obvious from the pricing. He was very good about the whole tm investigation thing, and gave us a discount for our trouble.
We have his email address now if anyone else wants to get in contact with him, drop us a PM :)

It was ment for Johns humor thus the roll eyes. Wasnt meant to be literal.

[momentz]

It was ment for Johns humor thus the roll eyes. Wasnt meant to be literal.
Ahh.. misunderstood. Doh. :oops:

[dgcorner]

Good morning GKPE! Looks like its going to be alright today in spite of the gusty winds... I guess it is better than rain ;-)

[NordieBoy]

All together now...

"Good morning Mr Corner."

[tag141]

Morning Sir...

[tim]

Good morning DoGdor Corner...

[theflyingkiwi]

how about good afternoon ? so what's the rest of nzers potners doing while the aklers are taking photos of auckland?

[momentz]

See my pic of auckland in the other thread? It's a fantastic day out there for indoor photography :cool:
I'm killing the weekend on the net.

[Moppie]

It is a little wet today.
We called off and went to Auckland Camera instead, where nearly all of use bought something, only Duncan let the side down.

[tim]

I'm exhausted after a hard night, going to go have a nap!

[OiPaz]

It's a fantastic day out there for indoor photography :cool:
:lol::lol::lol:

And now, for something completely different, as it seems we are all stuck to the net! I shot this one last week at the Zoo, but I've forgot the name (can you please give me a 1DIIn so that I can record short vocal notes? ;)).
It was on the Australian section: are you able to name it?

[Moppie]

It was on the Australian section: are you able to name it?


Its an EMU.
Apprently the rendered fat is very good for your skin.

My A80 can record sound bytes with each photo, we can swap cameras if you like?

[OiPaz]

Its an EMU.
Oh! How could I have forgotten this!!! Thanks!



My A80 can record sound bytes with each photo, we can swap cameras if you like?
Uhm... well... for some reason I continue to prefer a 1DIIn! :p

[dgcorner]

Pics from this morning are up here (http://www.photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=199849) - thanks Duncan!

[tim]

I'm REALLY busy today... can you tell?!

(image removed)

[dgcorner]

Nice one Tim! :lol: How many outfit changes did you have?:lol:

[scotttnz]

Where is that picture of Tony with the second hand 400 f2.8 on his 5D at Auckland Camera? For a minute I thought he was going to buy it, he had that look in his eye! But he fought off the temptation. (Well done Tony!)

That would be a fantastic lens for certain applications, and a bargin price compared to a new one! (Actually Wazza, it might be good for your sports, and at $4000, pretty cheap compared to over $12K for a new one. No IS on this one though.)

[NordieBoy]

I'm REALLY busy today... can you tell?!

Pretty vacant looking bunch.
Except for the one peering over the sofa. Who is that?

[weka2000]

I need to find out what the weight of that was that way it will give me an idea if the Sigmonster at 6kg
It was dam quick at focusing and very sharp.

[DiscoLizard]

Ahhh, my first sigma :D

Love the DOF at 1.4!


http://www.someconditionsapply.com/picsforothersites/SigmaDOF3.jpg

[dgcorner]

Tony -- you might want to help this (http://www.photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=199936) guy out

[weka2000]

Ahhh, my first sigma :D

Love the DOF at 1.4!




Bit blury top and bottom, cant have been a good copy ;)

[weka2000]

John that camera pak is over 350 now and 20min till the aution ends, will I get it :lol:

Stupid trade me, 5sec to go place bid and it didnt accept it :(

[tim]

Nice one Tim! :lol: How many outfit changes did you have?:lol:

Just two jackets!

Pretty vacant looking bunch.
Except for the one peering over the sofa. Who is that?

Yeah, I was pretty hung over. Gona try it again after a drink soon ;)

[tim]

Ahhh, my first sigma :D

Love the DOF at 1.4!

That lens is very high up my want list. Can you tell us how sharp it is at F1.4 and then maybd F2 and F2.8, and let us know if it can focus ok on something in the distance like a landscape?

I was tempted to order one of these and a 17-55 F2.8 IS from Auckland Camera today.

[dgcorner]

... and a 17-55 F2.8 IS from Auckland Camera today.

It was there and Scott was drooling...;) Heaps of great feedback on the 17-55.

[weka2000]

It was there and Scott was drooling...;) Heaps of great feedback on the 17-55.

We went, we saw, we wanted. Then we relised our wives would kill us :lol:

[Moppie]

Buying that 30D was so very tempting.

But, as a distraction here are to two portraits:

Our favourite bird and his second mistress
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v31/Moppie/wekka.jpg

and because I like it so much, an 80x80 pixel version http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v31/Moppie/wekkaavatar.gif :)


and Simon through the lens baby I tried at AC
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v31/Moppie/simonlensbaby.jpg

[lizard]

That lens is very high up my want list. Can you tell us how sharp it is at F1.4 and then maybd F2 and F2.8, and let us know if it can focus ok on something in the distance like a landscape?

I was tempted to order one of these and a 17-55 F2.8 IS from Auckland Camera today.

Will hopefully get a chance to check it out tomorrow, I'll post the results for you.

[weka2000]

Moppie who was that scuffy unshaven guy, looks like he just got out of bed:lol:

I want to Duncans shot of the 400mm F2.8 and the stupid grin on my face.

[weka2000]

Look who I found :rolleyes:

[Moppie]

Im rather liking the 2 flashs :)

Just need a little practice posing, and of course a better looking model would help.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v31/Moppie/mewith20d.jpg

[FlyingPete]

Im rather liking the 2 flashs :)

Just need a little practice posing, and of course a better looking model would help.



What was the position of the two flash guns?

[joeseph]

I want to Duncans shot of the 400mm F2.8 and the stupid grin on my face.

This one? :-)
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=199974

[Moppie]

What was the position of the two flash guns?


550 on the camera, pointing straight up off my perfectly painted white ceiling (there was a reason its white) with the 420 aprox 45 deg off to the right side of camera angled 45deg up, on my tripod, which is on the couch.
So the 550 is just above eye level, and the 420 is at eye level.

There getting better as I take more, I bumped the FEC up 1 stop, and they look a lot better, puts a lot more light in my hair, and shows more detail in my eyes, as well as providing a better white balance.

All 160th at F4.5 on the 28-105 at 105mm, shooting in Manual, with the 550 in ETTL

[theflyingkiwi]

gee I had thought you guys where going to shot some hills around auckland. not mug shots of people.

It shame this outing turn out rather flat.

ohh well there's always next time

[dgcorner]

Someone was interested in a tripod... check this (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Electronics-photography/Camera-accessories/Tripods/auction-65529059.htm)out... Not sure though what the price is at AC

[dgcorner]

The EarthRace boat is in Seattle (http://www.photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=199909)

[FlyingPete]

550 on the camera, pointing straight up off my perfectly painted white ceiling (there was a reason its white) with the 420 aprox 45 deg off to the right side of camera angled 45deg up, on my tripod, which is on the couch.
So the 550 is just above eye level, and the 420 is at eye level.

There getting better as I take more, I bumped the FEC up 1 stop, and they look a lot better, puts a lot more light in my hair, and shows more detail in my eyes, as well as providing a better white balance.

All 160th at F4.5 on the 28-105 at 105mm, shooting in Manual, with the 550 in ETTL

Hmmm, I was hoping they were both dead on, the portrait work will not have a nice low white ceiling! Actually now I think of it I might be able to arrange something...

[Moppie]

Hmmm, I was hoping they were both dead on, the portrait work will not have a nice low white ceiling! Actually now I think of it I might be able to arrange something...


I tried one of them straight on, but it produced a nasty shadow around my nose.
I'll give them both a go straight on tomorrow, I think it will work really well.

And of course with a simple milk bottle difusser it should work even better.

[tim]

Moppie, I was at a 30th with your cousin this evening, hadn't seen him in a year or so. I said I knew you and the odd way I know you but couldn't remember your real name!

[weka2000]

Moppie, how close were you to getting that 30D?

I still love the look of the AC team when we all walked in :lol:

[scotttnz]

Moppie, how close were you to getting that 30D?

I still love the look of the AC team when we all walked in :lol:

I still love the paniced look on a few of their faces when you grabbed that 400 f2.8 and walked out the door with it!

[weka2000]

I still love the paniced look on a few of their faces when you grabbed that 400 f2.8 and walked out the door with it!

LOL, I noticed that none of them help me get out the door :lol:
It was a great experence trying it out. You have no idea about a lens untill it on your body and your taking photos with it. Revies only give you an idea, so do specs. There is nothing like having a good play yourself then going home and looking at the photos.

Im looking foward to wazzas feedback on the bigma.

[Moppie]

.......... you grabbed that 400 f2.8 and walked out the door with it!


I think about 3 of them quickly followed him, as in-descretly as possible :lol:


I was pretty tempted, but I really just wanted to see how low they would go with it.
I know now I can walk in and buy a camera, lens, and tripod all in one hit, and really screw them down on price, because if they don't give it to me at a good price I can walk out and go somewhere else, and they know that.
They also know that if they give me a good deal, there are at least 7 other Canon shooters lined behind me :D

They certianly got a kick out of seeing that many of us at once all work in sporting DSLRs :D

[scotttnz]

They certianly got a kick out of seeing that many of us at once all work in sporting DSLRs

They got even more of a kick out of us all walking out with more than we came in.....although nobody got any big ticket items, and Duncan let the side down by not buying anything. I think we should make AC a regular stop on GKPE outings......and after a few visits negotiate a group discount scheme.

[forsaken]

They got even more of a kick out of us all walking out with more than we came in.....although nobody got any big ticket items, and Duncan let the side down by not buying anything. I think we should make AC a regular stop on GKPE outings......and after a few visits negotiate a group discount scheme.


Sorry I let the team down to :(

I was thinking about purchacing but at this stage the car is the priority. Paid more per week after paying it off than when I was paying the loan :rolleyes:

[weka2000]

Well im board. Dam I want to some studio work but no models :cry:
Ever since I got married Ive lost all my lady contacts and Sandra wont give my little black
book back :shock:

eyeing this up at the moment
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=65689805

[momentz]

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Fake sandisk cards spotted on trademe!

http://www.photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=1813969#post1813969

[Sweedishcarrot01]

did Moppie buy the 550? ...cause it was missing the card used for 'catch-light'. I had considered buying it to use as a slave.

Also, I have a friend wanting to buy a 350D. Anyone know of some good deals going?

[Moppie]

I got the 550 :D
Iv tried useing the card on a couple of borrowed 580s, and its never actual done anything, so no great loss IMO.
And it as so cheap!

[scotttnz]

I'm just playing with Tony's 580EX. I want one!

Sorry Tony, you're not getting it back!

Damn......he know where I live....there goes that plan :)

[weka2000]

I'm just playing with Tony's 580EX. I want one!

Sorry Tony, you're not getting it back!

Damn......he know where I live....there goes that plan :)

Wait untill you try out the studio lights. You will understand why i sold my other 550ex and transmitter

Yes I know where you live :lol:

[dgcorner]

. . . eyeing this up at the moment
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=65689805

The guy has very bad feedback -- 88.9% positive for 7 items -- I wouldn't tough him with a 10 foot pole.

[scotttnz]

The guy has very bad feedback -- 88.9% positive for 7 items -- I wouldn't tough him with a 10 foot pole.

Should be OK if you can inspect before you buy and pick it up when you pay him. That lens is extremely well regarded, from what I have read. Even with a 2xTC it is supposed to be very sharp.

[dgcorner]

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Fake sandisk cards spotted on trademe!

http://www.photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=1813969#post1813969

Aaron -- how sure are you that this is fake -- the starting price of $123 doens't necessarily make this fake. If it were "Buy Now" I would have my concerns... The guy has 100% positive feedback so unless you know something we don't I would refrain from saying something like this.

[weka2000]

The guy has very bad feedback -- 88.9% positive for 7 items -- I wouldn't tough him with a 10 foot pole.

Only on buying :)

I want to spend some money but so many dam choices. So much for a max of 2 lens 1 camera :)

[scotttnz]

300 should be a lot more manageable than the 400!

[weka2000]

Should be OK if you can inspect before you buy and pick it up when you pay him. That lens is extremely well regarded, from what I have read. Even with a 2xTC it is supposed to be very sharp.

Problem is that its 1 lenght. Sports lens, maybe bird with 2xTC.

[weka2000]

300 should be a lot more manageable than the 400!

That 400 was way to heavy. We have no idea what big "L" lens are really like.
We mostly have 200mm max with a couple of 300mm and 400mm and 500mm but not as primes.

[dgcorner]

Should be OK if you can inspect before you buy and pick it up when you pay him. That lens is extremely well regarded, from what I have read. Even with a 2xTC it is supposed to be very sharp.

I sure hope that he will allow Tony to inspect. Bring an interprester though :lol:

Only on buying :)

I want to spend some money but so many dam choices. So much for a max of 2 lens 1 camera :)

I know what you mean... I am again tossing up the mix of things I am buying -- I am quite tempted to buy the 70-200 2.8L but that means I can only purchase the 10-20 + 580EX but not TC :( :confused:

[weka2000]

Well I can get

1DmkII
Sigma 120-300
400mm F2.8

I have a $4000-$5000 budget. Its a once off so I need to spend very wisley.

[Sweedishcarrot01]

I got the 550 :D
Iv tried useing the card on a couple of borrowed 580s, and its never actual done anything, so no great loss IMO.
And it as so cheap!

Card seems to work for me... point the flash up just shy of 90 degree's and you get a nice little catch light but don't blow out the face...

[momentz]

Aaron -- how sure are you that this is fake -- the starting price of $123 doens't necessarily make this fake. If it were "Buy Now" I would have my concerns... The guy has 100% positive feedback so unless you know something we don't I would refrain from saying something like this.

Did you read the other link? The packaging shown in the auction is consistent with the fake sandisk cards sold on eBay (see thread in accessories forum).

* edit
Sorry, here is the link to the fakes vs authentic comparison..
http://martybugs.net/articles/fakesandisk.cgi

If you look at his other listings he has a lot of cheap immitation and knock-off items.

[Sweedishcarrot01]

...nevertheless, pleased you bought the 550, cause as you said, it was a darn good price, I was tempted.

[Moppie]

...nevertheless, pleased you bought the 550, cause as you said, it was a darn good price, I was tempted.


If I hadn't nabbed it, Scott would have :)
I got some nice catch lights playing with the 550 and petes 420 last night, useing the 420 at 45deg produced a nice catch light.
I guess I never used the 580s properly either :)

I should see if I can find a scmatic for the insides of the 550, Im sure it wouldn't be to hard to open it up and re-attach another piece of card.

[weka2000]

I sure hope that he will allow Tony to inspect. Bring an interprester though :lol:



I know what you mean... I am again tossing up the mix of things I am buying -- I am quite tempted to buy the 70-200 2.8L but that means I can only purchase the 10-20 + 580EX but not TC :( :confused:

Depending what I buy I am looking at selling bigma and 70-200F4 to get the 70-200 F2.8.

I really need to make up my mind on what I want :confused:

[Wazza]

Where is that picture of Tony with the second hand 400 f2.8 on his 5D at Auckland Camera? For a minute I thought he was going to buy it, he had that look in his eye! But he fought off the temptation. (Well done Tony!)

That would be a fantastic lens for certain applications, and a bargin price compared to a new one! (Actually Wazza, it might be good for your sports, and at $4000, pretty cheap compared to over $12K for a new one. No IS on this one though.)

Nah, already looked at it at 3pm Friday... Bit too off white for my liking. I prefer the discrete Black of the Sigmas. :)

Tony, I've got your Bigma and teleconverter again...
Can drop it off tonight I guess.

My car is parked right outside, beats walking that 1km to work! :p

Sounds like you all had a blast.

Taupo was... foggy. Completely foggy.. until a bit later in day when it was overcast. Was good in a way.. the normal backlit hairpin, was lit evenly. :)

[scotttnz]

Nah, already looked at it at 3pm Friday... Bit too off white for my liking. I prefer the discrete Black of the Sigmas. :)

Tony, I've got your Bigma and teleconverter again...
Can drop it off tonight I guess.

My car is parked right outside, beats walking that 1km to work! :p

Sounds like you all had a blast.

Taupo was... foggy. Completely foggy.. until a bit later in day when it was overcast. Was good in a way.. the normal backlit hairpin, was lit evenly. :)

You could get a Matt black onr for 4009.95 :)

[dgcorner]

Did you read the other link? The packaging shown in the auction is consistent with the fake sandisk cards sold on eBay (see thread in accessories forum).

* edit
Sorry, here is the link to the fakes vs authentic comparison..
http://martybugs.net/articles/fakesandisk.cgi

If you look at his other listings he has a lot of cheap immitation and knock-off items.

alright then... that link that shows the fake vs. real makes sense... I just hope that the trader isn't passing these off with the knowledge that these are fakes. I hope too that these counterfeiters are shot in the head.

[weka2000]

Wazza what was your impression with the bigma? How was the 2xTC on the 120-300?

Im home tonight.

[momentz]

alright then... that link that shows the fake vs. real makes sense... I just hope that the trader isn't passing these off with the knowledge that these are fakes. I hope too that these counterfeiters are shot in the head.

The sneaky bugger has removed the picture. Hasn't answered any questions either. Reeks of guilt if you ask me. I'm just concerned about people who pay decent money for these things and get ripped off.

[weka2000]

The sneaky bugger has removed the picture. Hasn't answered any questions either. Reeks of guilt if you ask me. I'm just concerned about people who pay decent money for these things and get ripped off.

Try ripping me off and I better not know where you live :evil:
I think as a group we have found the most reliable people to buy from.
If you are a good trader then your name gets spread around and you make more money.

[momentz]

Found the pic from the auction in my cache:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v441/evobit/th_fake_sandisk.jpg (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v441/evobit/fake_sandisk.jpg)

[weka2000]

I have found some interesting stuf in teachers cache when fixing their laptops. Allways check if they have sons ;)

[Moppie]

The sneaky bugger has removed the picture. Hasn't answered any questions either.

I reported him to Trademe, I wonder if someone asked him questions about it being fake?

[theflyingkiwi]

there was a news item today about a scam on trademe. some people have been getting e-mails from Trademe Staff asking for login details. As you can imagine this is not something you do.

All these scams makes me not use trademe at all. Anyway I like buying new stuff :)

Tony, always figured that teachers are dogy. :)

[Moppie]

I should see if I can find a scmatic for the insides of the 550, Im sure it wouldn't be to hard to open it up and re-attach another piece of card.



I just downloaded and read the manual, turns out the 550 dosn't have a piece of card in there like the 580, instead the wideangle cover also works to produce a catch light :)

[weka2000]

Well the motor controller just blew up on the washing machine.Took out a fues as well.

Off to Harvey Normon tommorow. Umm wasnt expecting that :mad:

[Moppie]

Goto Autel in Botany downs, good range of appliances there, and lots of room to negoiate on the price to.

It take it the machine is so old its not worth fixing?