GKPE: General Ramblings thread

[Moppie]

New gear being released in this round that has been leaked, a EOS400D (replaces 350D) - 10MP etc etc, 70-200L f/4 IS, 50L f/1.2 and possibly the 1Ds MK3 (can't verify the last one).


So far no ones confirmed if its actualy real or not yet though. :)

[Sweedishcarrot01]

Remember Aaron's post count posts were more of a piss take, as he once said how the heck does Tim do 15,000 in less than 2 years??

Well you've had your fun now. ;)

Some interesting stats...

These are my referalls to iKirst.com
http://stat1.traceics.co.nz/stat/ikirstcom/referinte/luna/

So far for the month of August.

Yeah I know, that's all I was really doing (taking the piss)... guess some people didn't find it amusing and got rubbed up the wrong way, oops... guess I should be a little more sensative hey...
Did you check out that drift link?

[Wazza]

Yeah I had already done so a while back. I browse a lot, just don't what to say beyond, "nice shots" each time.
Unless I can add a valid comment, or they're stunning, then I generally don't reply.

Had a few dust spots on those too.. The landscape was awesome, much better than an overcast muddy Pukekohe track! Manfeild track this weekend. So I won't be online, but may have some shots up as soon as I can. :)

[FlyingPete]

So far no ones confirmed if its actualy real or not yet though. :)

As one who has successfully perputated SLR hoaxes in the past, these ones look pretty good, multiple hi res clear angles with different lenses mounted etc, the lenses may be hoaxes but they look pretty good too, did a levels check on the images to look for dodgy photoshop work, found nothing.

My money is on them being real :) But we will all have to wait and see...

[Sweedishcarrot01]

Has anyone heard anything about a release of CS3?

[weka2000]

If you ever get a chance check out older canon lens. The FD range had some interesting lens. Canon also had a 50mm F1.0 at 1 point and I think it may have been a EF as well.

IS lens seem to be making a impact, maybe I sould look into it, getting old and shakey. Maybe I should get into building a "photographers walking frame "

[Sweedishcarrot01]

If you ever get a chance check out older canon lens. The FD range had some interesting lens. Canon also had a 50mm F1.0 at 1 point and I think it may have been a EF as well.

IS lens seem to be making a impact, maybe I sould look into it, getting old and shakey. Maybe I should get into building a "photographers walking frame "



I would so be into one of those frames when I get older. It would be perfect, you wouldn't even need a tripod, + you could make one with lens holders etc, I can just imagine it!

[joeseph]

Maybe I should get into building a "photographers walking frame "

I was waiting for the "Photographers mobility scooter" :p

[theflyingkiwi]

Yeah I had already done so a while back. I browse a lot, just don't what to say beyond, "nice shots" each time.
Unless I can add a valid comment, or they're stunning, then I generally don't reply.

Had a few dust spots on those too.. The landscape was awesome, much better than an overcast muddy Pukekohe track! Manfeild track this weekend. So I won't be online, but may have some shots up as soon as I can. :)

Hey, whens the next event at puke? do you know. I would like to get out with my sigma at some stage and get some use out of it.

[OiPaz]

John, there was an article in the aucklander the other day you might find interesting - its just been republished in the herald.

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/section/story.cfm?c_id=1&ObjectID=10397681
It's not interesting: it's very sad, and very true. :(

[Wazza]

No more events at Pukekohe... :(

Work time, cya

[weka2000]

I was waiting for the "Photographers mobility scooter" :p

Add baby hook at the back for the little one, moblie play pen. Make it so the baby cant fall out while your not watching = Cage :lol:

[MattL]

Hahaha, Duncan, check this out; seems my mate and I made the paper :

Every vantage point along the route was taken. People peered from office buildings and construction sites. One man climbed atop a bus shelter.


what a hoot.

[weka2000]

Hahaha, Duncan, check this out; seems my mate and I made the paper :


what a hoot.

All that effort to see something, but cant touch. Umm I love been married :lol:

[dgcorner]

John, there was an article in the aucklander the other day you might find interesting - its just been republished in the herald.

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/section/story.cfm?c_id=1&ObjectID=10397681

Hi Matt!

Thanks. Yes, I did read that article in the Aucklander East edition. I doubt though that anything will be done about it... not for at least another 10-years.:cry: :evil:

I finally start work on Monday at Hill & Stewart Glen Innes, then moving to their brand spanking new store on Lunn Avenue, 100 metres down from Placemakers. No use banging my head against a brick wall for another 14 months. Funnily enough that I have 5 solid & successful years of Kiwi experience in sales & marketing in sales/account management and business development roles!:confused: :(

Oh well, I have to put food on the table, pay the mortgage, send the boys to school, keep my wife beautiful, and pay for new lenses!:lol:

[weka2000]

Hi Matt!

Oh well, I have to put food on the table, pay the mortgage, send the boys to school, keep my wife beautiful, and pay for new lenses!:lol:

Well you have all the above covered at the moment, I think its the last one you struggle with :lol:

[dgcorner]

Well you have all the above covered at the moment, I think its the last one you struggle with :lol:

Indeed!:lol: Now where the heck is my IRD cheque? I need to go and buy the lenses before I get full onto the job at hand!

Frankly, I think it will be fun -- no corporate stress yet earning at a level that will keep the family comfortable... not a bad trade me thinks ;-) Besides, the boss seems very nice -- someone I'd like to work with.

[dgcorner]

You guys need to watch this if you haven't just yet: http://www.youtube.com/p.swf?video_id=RB-wUgnyGv0&eurl=&iurl=http%3A//sjl-static12.sjl.youtube.com/vi/RB-wUgnyGv0/2.jpg&t=OEgsToPDskK_ce2NSdDpqkiMGOOx0vc8

Warning: it can take a while to download the video but well worth it.

[IainB]

;-) Besides, the boss seems very nice -- someone I'd like to work with.

My boss is wonderful.... "Just coming dear!" ;)

[dgcorner]

My boss is wonderful.... "Just coming dear!" ;)

If I was describing my boss it would have been: My boss is fantastic! Yes, dear. JUst a sec -- finishing off my post:lol:

[joeseph]

I finally start work on Monday
That's really good news John, not exactly what you wanted but hopefully something that you'll enjoy - sure you'll be getting visits from POTN people too!

[weka2000]

Indeed!:lol: Now where the heck is my IRD cheque? I need to go and buy the lenses before I get full onto the job at hand!

Frankly, I think it will be fun -- no corporate stress yet earning at a level that will keep the family comfortable... not a bad trade me thinks ;-) Besides, the boss seems very nice -- someone I'd like to work with.

So have you worked out what you are going to buy?

[dgcorner]

That's really good news John, not exactly what you wanted but hopefully something that you'll enjoy - sure you'll be getting visits from POTN people too!

Thanks Duncan! I guess that I have to make do with the best that I have. All I am hoping for is that my kids will not come across the same hurdles when they finish school.

And yes, if you guys find yourself in the area I'm sure I can arrange fantastic deals for you. It is funny how H&S do not advertise their deals... which happen to be really good especially when you are in a bind.

Tony, when that washing machine goes -- you know where to go!

[theflyingkiwi]

congrats on getting a job on John.

on reading that's nzhearld item, I would say that I am very dispointed in some employers around the country. it would be case that alot of these people not getting jobs basied on face vaule.

[dgcorner]

So have you worked out what you are going to buy?

Yep, going for the 70-200mm L and 17-40mm L. Though torn at the moment between the IS and non-IS. I know that longer term, read - as I get older, the IS is the way to go.

I can grab the 17-40 shortly after I sell off my 80-200 & 28-105. From the advanced search on TradeMe, I think I can still sell the 28-105 for $300+ if I'm lucky (any takers?)

If I stick with the non-IS version I can buy the 2 lenses in one go + a 580EX... what to do...?;)

[Wazza]

Congrats John on the role. We all have to slip into some jobs quickly.. I'm glad I never took the job with Slingshot, I would have never survived on the lower pay. The fact 3 months in a row, I've achieved top, 96, 99, 99.3% call monitoring stats, giving me top bonus, confirms I've been doing ok... Add on bonuses, and 5% free super scheme paid, I'm earning $15K more than if I was with Slingshot.
:o

[tim]

Nice one on the job John! Took a while eh?

Re IS/not, if you get the non-IS you'll just upgrade later anyway, so save the trouble and go IS, you know you want to ;)

[dgcorner]

congrats on getting a job on John.

on reading that's nzhearld item, I would say that I am very dispointed in some employers around the country. it would be case that alot of these people not getting jobs basied on face vaule.

Thanks Mark! It is indeed a disappointment but my family and I have adopted NZ as our new home and we are going to make the best with what we have.

Moving to Oz is not an option for me at this point. ...and what, leave this nice bunch of new friends I've made? No, thanks!:D

[dgcorner]

Thanks Warren & Tim!

:lol: I think the IS it is:lol: I'd better put up my 28-105 on TM today if I want to get the 17-40 together with the 70-200IS:lol:

[rabsoft]

This might be a dumb question as I don't really know what all the lenses are is there a website that has all the canon and sigma lenses on that show you all the specs on them it would be great to see what is out there and might make it abit easier for us newer people :confused:

[weka2000]

Yep, going for the 70-200mm L and 17-40mm L. Though torn at the moment between the IS and non-IS. I know that longer term, read - as I get older, the IS is the way to go.

I can grab the 17-40 shortly after I sell off my 80-200 & 28-105. From the advanced search on TradeMe, I think I can still sell the 28-105 for $300+ if I'm lucky (any takers?)

If I stick with the non-IS version I can buy the 2 lenses in one go + a 580EX... what to do...?;)

what are you getting the 17-40 for ? I am toying with upgrading to the 16-35

[weka2000]

This might be a dumb question as I don't really know what all the lenses are is there a website that has all the canon and sigma lenses on that show you all the specs on them it would be great to see what is out there and might make it abit easier for us newer people :confused:

Check out this site

http://www.fredmiranda.com/reviews/index.php

[weka2000]

Well Im still at the delima of telephoto. The idea of $4K for 1 lens that has only 1 focal length gives me a head ache.

Im still wondering about the 30D + Bigma idea, mind you I am also still thinking about the 1DmkII and bigma idea as well.

I know I would miss the bigma's 10x zoom but wouldnt miss the softness that it produces on the 5D.

[IainB]

Well done John! Might have to see you about a washing machine if the sound ours is making is anything to go by...
Now we have not one, but TWO lens-decision-makers to watch closely....now where's the popcorn...this is better than Sky TV! :lol:

[dgcorner]

what are you getting the 17-40 for ? I am toying with upgrading to the 16-35

:lol: Go ahead and continue thinking about upgrading -- it will give me more time!!! Graham was offering me a new one for $1350.

The 16-35 f2.8 is very nice (played with Duncan's) but I find myself shooting 18mm f4 and above... so I opted for the 17-40... not to mention that it is far cheaper...:lol:

[weka2000]

Well done John! Might have to see you about a washing machine if the sound ours is making is anything to go by...
Now we have not one, but TWO lens-decision-makers to watch closely....now where's the popcorn...this is better than Sky TV! :lol:

Took me a week to decide from meeting Sandra to deciding to marry her. Why is this lens stuff so dam hard :confused:

[dgcorner]

If anyone is interested with my the 28-105 PM me. I'll give you guys preference over TM.

Description:

Canon EF 28-105mm f/3.5-4.5 USM (metal mount)
- Around 5 years old (from when it was given to me)
- has a light scratch on the front element -- not that it affects the IQ.
- has some dust, no moulds or fungus that I can see.
- includes 58mm petal lens hood (screw on DC(II) Hood, not original)
- cosmetically, I'd give it 8/10

EDIT: After reading through reviews, I can say that this is the original 5-blade design and not the newer Mark II or "Macro" ones that have 7 blades (bugger:( ) retails from between $499 - $600+

TradeMe historical sales: $250 - $400.

[OiPaz]

Frankly, I think it will be fun -- no corporate stress yet earning at a level that will keep the family comfortable... not a bad trade me thinks ;-) Besides, the boss seems very nice -- someone I'd like to work with.
So, congratulations John for your new job! :D

By accident: do you need an unemployed mathematician? ;)

[dgcorner]

So, congratulations John for your new job! :D

By accident: do you need an unemployed mathematician? ;)

Grazie mille Mario! A man has got to do what a man has got to do... as the old saying goes.

If you do decide to re-invent yourself let me know. The Operations Manager at H&S is a nice fellow.;)

[MHP]

Congradulations John, best of luck with your new job.

I'm guessing from what I've read that you're an immigrant? I read that paper excerpt and feel for you and yours if so, I personally think it sucks. I get kinda the same problem because I have a hearing deficiency, I would go for a position, send images in and would get a phone call for an interview within the day, but I would not even get a call after the interview for an answer either way, and unanswered calls to them. i personally thought it was extrememly slack and unprofessional of them. So thats why i decided to go it on my own. A little harder, but I think one day those same people might just come knocking on my door, ya never know eh.
Life goes on though eh, i hope you enjoy your new job and hope you go a long way in it.

Enjoy NZ!

[FlyingPete]

Well after a lengthy gear anmesty I have mad a purchase or rather several :D

I worked out a week ago that Elizabeth will tolerate diffused flash light if it is offset from the camera (thankyou Moppie for lending me your 550 to work that out!), so can the continuous lighting and look a stobes!

Was going to get a 580 and use the 420 as a slave, but the way I use my camera I thought studio strobes would be a better option, so I now have two 200w/s strobes, brollies and stands :D

Bring on the portrait shoot day!

[dgcorner]

Congradulations John, best of luck with your new job.

I'm guessing from what I've read that you're an immigrant? I read that paper excerpt and feel for you and yours if so, I personally think it sucks. I get kinda the same problem because I have a hearing deficiency, I would go for a position, send images in and would get a phone call for an interview within the day, but I would not even get a call after the interview for an answer either way, and unanswered calls to them. i personally thought it was extrememly slack and unprofessional of them. So thats why i decided to go it on my own. A little harder, but I think one day those same people might just come knocking on my door, ya never know eh.
Life goes on though eh, i hope you enjoy your new job and hope you go a long way in it.

Enjoy NZ!

Thanks Mark! Yes, my family and I jumped off the boat in July 2000 and have never looked back. Life has been good... and I guess one can't have everything. I intend to make the most of this new opportunity -- it is not like me to go into anything half-baked.

I have to agree that there are a number of employers and head-hunters who are very slack when it comes to informing someone that they didn't make it through the selection process. There are those who are ruder still by not having a read of your CV and interviewing you in spite of the fact that they've asked you to go through a battery of psychological and aptitude tests.:evil:

In your case, the positive side is that you didn't let the situation get you down and miserable. It takes guts and determination to strike it out on your own. One of these days, the very same people will realise that it was their loss not to have taken you on board sooner!

Cheers!

[dgcorner]

Well after a lengthy gear anmesty I have mad a purchase or rather several :D

I worked out a week ago that Elizabeth will tolerate diffused flash light if it is offset from the camera (thankyou Moppie for lending me your 550 to work that out!), so can the continuous lighting and look a stobes!

Was going to get a 580 and use the 420 as a slave, but the way I use my camera I thought studio strobes would be a better option, so I now have two 200w/s strobes, brollies and stands :D

Bring on the portrait shoot day!

Good on ya Pete! Geez, I hope I'm not asked to work on that portrait weekend that's coming up!!! I knew this was going to happen!!!:lol:

[MHP]

I intend to make the most of this new opportunity


sweet, i like that outlook a lot!

[weka2000]

Just been to AC looking at a 30D for my bigma :lol:
While I was there I tested a new 70-200 F2.8 and the lens I got was way out
The guy has aggreed to give me full refund.

So will get that tonight.

[MHP]

Just been to AC looking at a 30D for my bigma :lol:
While I was there I tested a new 70-200 F2.8 and the lens I got was way out
The guy has aggreed to give me full refund.

So will get that tonight.


cool nothing worse than having a dud on your hands, luckily you could find out soon enough eh.

so you have a 20d and 5d, how do you find the 5d as in quality dif/ noise in dark areas?

I'm looking at getting one soon becuase of the ff. they seem to be dropping in price a lot in the last couple of mths or so eh.

[FlyingPete]

Just been to AC looking at a 30D for my bigma :lol:
While I was there I tested a new 70-200 F2.8 and the lens I got was way out
The guy has aggreed to give me full refund.

So will get that tonight.

Hmmm I wonder if Canon can "correct" it? I thought you sold the Bigma.

Been doing the AC thing myself today, tried talking a couple of them into joining the forum ;)

[weka2000]

Hmmm I wonder if Canon can "correct" it? I thought you sold the Bigma.

Been doing the AC thing myself today, tried talking a couple of them into joining the forum ;)

No one in the group wanted it so Im keeping it. At the end of the day I could not justify a 300/400 prime for $4000.00.
Having the 30D will give me 2 bodys and save me nearly $2000 which I can spend on other camera bits Plus the refund of $1900 gives me $3900 :lol:

I couldnt part with the bigma its to dam usefull.

[MHP]

or you did have a 20d, or no? hm I'm a little lost to what you have and dont have, had yesterday, or will have tomorrow I think. anyway you must've done some serious testing i would imagine, so is the quality difference huge?

[weka2000]

cool nothing worse than having a dud on your hands, luckily you could find out soon enough eh.

so you have a 20d and 5d, how do you find the 5d as in quality dif/ noise in dark areas?

I'm looking at getting one soon becuase of the ff. they seem to be dropping in price a lot in the last couple of mths or so eh.

The noise issue has only been tested twice at 1600ISO It did ok but could be tidied up with software. I generaly never go over 400 ISO.

I think by having a 30D and 5D I will get the best of both worlds, The 30D has 5fps no vignetting with the bigma and I will never be down a camera. The 5D will be for landscape and portrait the 30D for the zoo, birds and the moon (tele end)

I started with a 20D (6 months)but sold it a couple of days after the 5D arrived home.

[tim]

Weka, what do you mostly shoot?

[rabsoft]

Weka, what do you mostly shoot?

People on trademe that sell him dud stuff :lol:

[weka2000]

Weka, what do you mostly shoot?

Nature.. Landscapes, flowers, bees, hot woman (my wife) the zoo, the moon
I dont do sports, anything that uses fuel to move

[Wazza]

Hold out Tony, for the 400D, if it's for real. 10megapixel, better AF, just not weather sealed, but if it will be say $1400-1500 instead of 2000 for a 30D.. yay

[Wazza]

Weka, what do you mostly shoot?

Please don't jump at him for wanting a 2nd body.. Maybe a 400 2.8 lens would be insane, but a 2nd body for someone wanting realiabily, 2 different types, FF and 1.6x crop for varying uses, I find much more useful. The fact he'll soon be shooting studio woman, and needs a backup..

I'm considering sending AA to you.... I know where you live.

(and not that you need roadside assistance, you don't own a car... the other AA)

:p

[MHP]

it's for real. just seen it on yahoo and canon usa

10mp, sensor cleaner, better auto focus, and 799 usd, which is like $1200-$1300 here

apparently better iq as the sensor has smaller pixels. image quality could surpass a 20d or even a 30d

[FlyingPete]

it's for real. just seen it on yahoo and canon usa

10mp, sensor cleaner, better auto focus, and 799 usd, which is like $1200-$1300 here

apparently better iq as the sensor has smaller pixels. image quality could surpass a 20d or even a 30d

Confirmed the new lenses too:
EF 50mm f/1.2L USM

Canon's latest lens, the EF 50mm f/1.2L USM, is the fastest standard lens in Canon's line-up The EF 50mm f/1.2L USM uses a large diameter, high precision aspherical element to achieve superb image quality. Its large maximum aperture allows incredibly shallow depth-of-field and a circular aperture diaphragm ensures attractive background defocus.

With its ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM) the EF 50mm f/1.2L USM delivers virtually silent operation and full-time mechanical manual focusing, along with high levels of dust and moisture resistance.

EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM

Canon has also announced the EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM lens, which builds on the L-series telephoto zoom lens heritage and adds an Image Stabilizer (IS). Canon's Image Stabilizer compensates for the equivalent of approximately four shutter speeds, allowing photographers to capture handheld shots at shutter speeds four stops slower that would otherwise be possible without camera shake blur.

Combining a fluorite element with a UD-glass element delivers exceptional performance throughout the zoom range. Its ring-type Ultrasonic Motor (USM) offers fast, virtually silent operation and, like the EF 50mm f/1.2L USM, manual focusing is possible even during AF mode with full-time mechanical focusing.

Importantly for travelling photographers, the lens is designed for use in harsh conditions, incorporating high levels of dust and moisture resistance.

Would be a good alternative to the 70-200 f/2.8, more "handholdablity" lighter and now weather sealed - nice :)

Tony - you sold your 70-200 f/4 just in time!

[tim]

Please don't jump at him for wanting a 2nd body.. Maybe a 400 2.8 lens would be insane, but a 2nd body for someone wanting realiabily, 2 different types, FF and 1.6x crop for varying uses, I find much more useful. The fact he'll soon be shooting studio woman, and needs a backup..

I'm considering sending AA to you.... I know where you live.

(and not that you need roadside assistance, you don't own a car... the other AA)

:p

Wasn't gona! And i'm not drunk! Yet... ;)

it's for real. just seen it on yahoo and canon usa

10mp, sensor cleaner, better auto focus, and 799 usd, which is like $1200-$1300 here

apparently better iq as the sensor has smaller pixels. image quality could surpass a 20d or even a 30d

Small pixels = more noise, unless the sensor technology is better.

[theflyingkiwi]

it's for real. just seen it on yahoo and canon usa

10mp, sensor cleaner, better auto focus, and 799 usd, which is like $1200-$1300 here

apparently better iq as the sensor has smaller pixels. image quality could surpass a 20d or even a 30d

I should get it to replace my 10D :) even tho this is entry level it runs rings out what I got at the moment. But the problem is would it have the same feel to it as the 10D, hmm I think not.

[MHP]

Small pixels = more noise, unless the sensor technology is better.


does it? really? i would've thought that the noise would be more condensed, so the noise wouldn't be so visually noticable.

Hmm would be worth looking at though

[FlyingPete]

Small pixels = more noise, unless the sensor technology is better.

And those are the laws of physics, can't break those!

If Canon built a full frame sensor with pixels the size of their smallest compact it would be over 100MP :shock:

[FlyingPete]

does it? really? i would've thought that the noise would be more condensed, so the noise wouldn't be so visually noticable.

Hmm would be worth looking at though

There is a physical limit to how small you can make a pixel before it doesn't "see" certain wavelengths of light, also the smaller you go the less light gathering ability and the more noise. It is generally accepted that the pixel limit is around 2-3 microns, any less than that and you get more noise than signal. Some of the Canon compacts have sensors with pixels in that size range already, the fact that they usually have an ISO limit of 400 is testament to the amount of noise those sensors have.

BTW, SLR's sensors pixels are around the 7-10 micron size.

[weka2000]

Ok well Im back with my cash minus $240 which I paid for a new Tamrac Expedition 7 Backpack :lol:

EDIT Well its loaded. No room for a second body or a 70-200 :(

[MHP]

There is a physical limit to how small you can make a pixel before it doesn't "see" certain wavelengths of light, also the smaller you go the less light gathering ability and the more noise. It is generally accepted that the pixel limit is around 2-3 microns, any less than that and you get more noise than signal. Some of the Canon compacts have sensors with pixels in that size range already, the fact that they usually have an ISO limit of 400 is testament to the amount of noise those sensors have.

BTW, SLR's sensors pixels are around the 7-10 micron size.


Yeah i know about the physical limit, but where is that limit in conjunction to these particular sensors, 10mp in an 8mp sized digic 11 sensor wouldn't really be noticeable if shooting at 50 or 100 iso in shadow areas, or would it?. And if, with these being smaller pixels, but still at an amount of micron acceptable, would the noise not be smaller in dimension, and thus not so visually noticeable in say a 12 x 18 or something?.

[weka2000]

Hey Tim speak your mind. Im always open to constructive comments. Dont hold back :lol:
Now would be a good time if something new is comming.

[FlyingPete]

Yeah i know about the physical limit, but where is that limit in conjunction to these particular sensors, 10mp in an 8mp sized digic 11 sensor wouldn't really be noticeable if shooting at 50 or 100 iso in shadow areas, or would it?. And if, with these being smaller pixels, but still at an amount of micron acceptable, would the noise not be smaller in dimension, and thus not so visually noticeable in say a 12 x 18 or something?.

I hear what you are saying, smaller pixel = less light and less gathered noise. All I can think is that the amount of noise is not the same proportion as signal when it comes to light gathering area. People have written doctorate thesis on this stuff, so I am not going to claim to understand it all :confused:

Pretty much everything seems OK at the sensors rated ISO (50 or 100), it just seems to be when they up rate things to higher ISO's which is really just amplifying the signal electronically, that is when the noise fun starts :rolleyes:

[theflyingkiwi]

And those are the laws of physics, can't break those!

If Canon built a full frame sensor with pixels the size of their smallest compact it would be over 100MP :shock:


now if you said that with a scotish tounge I would think ye a engineer, but alas you can't break them, but you can bend them :)

[FlyingPete]

now if you said that with a scotish tounge I would think ye a engineer, but alas you can't break them, but you can bend them :)

Aye laddie.

[tag141]

I jumped off the boat in July 2000 and have never looked back.

Amen to that brother. I jumped (off a plane though) Feb 2001 and haven't looked back. I suppose I was luckier as I came to a job. Congrats on getting yours.

[weka2000]

The fact he'll soon be shooting studio woman, and needs a backup..



Well after much discussion with Sandra that is now falls into the "Over my dead body" deptment........"Im your model end of story".....yes dear :o

So its back to mother nature and the enviroment for me.

Ok lads now what do we do with $5K for camera stuff. Tommorow I was going out to buy a 30D and 70-200 F2.8 total cost from AC $4485

[MHP]

cool thanks Pete, yeah i kinda don't really think beyond 100 iso really as i never shoot above it. just tried 200 iso today because I've been reading it here there and everywhere but it's brought me back to my initial thoughts... don't do it. :-) although 200 was o.k on the cat.

[NordieBoy]

Just been to AC looking at a 30D for my bigma :lol:
While I was there I tested a new 70-200 F2.8 and the lens I got was way out
The guy has aggreed to give me full refund.

So will get that tonight.
Hmm, wonder if I should test the 70-200 f4 I got.
The guy I got it from did seem a bit dodgy :D

It's got a Utsunomiya, December 2005 date stamp so it's less than a year old - Hmmm, still under Canon NZ warranty?

I would have to say that with the lens mount tripod ring the monopod is properly useable now.
IQ wise I'm not worried as it is better than my Sigma 70-300 and I was very happy with that but where this lens shines for me is in focus speed :D

I do like it, I like it a lot :D

Oh and it's too big to leave on the camera in the Lowepro Slingshot, Lowepro Topload Zoom 1 or Lowepro Topload 65 AW :(
Fits in the Lowepro Nova 4 though.

Damn, I've got more bags than lenses :rolleyes:
Still, they're cheaper than lenses :D

[theflyingkiwi]

Well after much discussion with Sandra that is now falls into the "Over my dead body" deptment........"Im your model end of story".....yes dear :o

So its back to mother nature and the enviroment for me.

Ok lads now what do we do with $5K for camera stuff. Tommorow I was going out to buy a
30D and 70-200 F2.8 total cost from AC $4485

So if shooting women is out of the question then what's the point in getting another body? If it was me then I would stick with the bigma and the 5D and everything else you got. As for the vignetting problem, learn to crop around it. use the 5D with a 1.6 crop

[tim]

Remember sensors are just photon counters with colored filters arranged over the counters. More pixels = less photos = less accurate numbers. For example if pixels A captured 10 photos, and pixel B right beside it captured 8, whereas they should both have caught the same amount of light, that's noise (very simply, and as I understand it).

Hey Tim speak your mind. Im always open to constructive comments. Dont hold back :lol:
Now would be a good time if something new is comming.

Ok then... you're ugly, and your wife dresses you funny :p

[weka2000]

Ok 30D + bigma raw resized for web thats it. 76mm and 500mm

[MHP]

Well after much discussion with Sandra that is now falls into the "Over my dead body" deptment........"Im your model end of story".....yes dear :o

So its back to mother nature and the enviroment for me.

Ok lads now what do we do with $5K for camera stuff. Tommorow I was going out to buy a 30D and 70-200 F2.8 total cost from AC $4485


400d, grip, batteries, 70-200. and dinner for you and the wife :-)

[weka2000]

Hmm, wonder if I should test the 70-200 f4 I got.
The guy I got it from did seem a bit dodgy :D

It's got a Utsunomiya, December 2005 date stamp so it's less than a year old - Hmmm, still under Canon NZ warranty?

I would have to say that with the lens mount tripod ring the monopod is properly useable now.
IQ wise I'm not worried as it is better than my Sigma 70-300 and I was very happy with that but where this lens shines for me is in focus speed :D

I do like it, I like it a lot :D

Oh and it's too big to leave on the camera in the Lowepro Slingshot, Lowepro Topload Zoom 1 or Lowepro Topload 65 AW :(
Fits in the Lowepro Nova 4 though.

Damn, I've got more bags than lenses :rolleyes:
Still, they're cheaper than lenses :D

Ok I will give your money back and get my lens back..... Half my problems have been caused by me selling it to you in the first place :p

[theflyingkiwi]

Designed and manufactured by Canon specifically for the Rebel XTi SLR, this highly responsive sensor's 10.1 million pixels are fractionally smaller than the pixels in the 8 megapixel Rebel XT model

Canon engineers and designers achieved this breakthrough in sensor design by reducing the space between the chip's microlenses while at the same time increasing the sensitivity of each photodiode. As a result, the camera achieves 20 percent greater resolution than an eight-megapixel sensor with comparable noise reduction and dynamic range.

found at http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/060824/20060823005750.html?.v=1. at the end of the day canon wouldn't release a camera that wasn't better than what nikon and sony would.

but at the end of the day, I will see what the review at dpreview.com would say. they test cameras rather well and since this is an upgrade to the existing rebel then they will be doing a compare between the two.

[NordieBoy]

Ok I will give your money back and get my lens back..... Half my problems have been caused by me selling it to you in the first place :p
If a Sigma 70-200 f2.8 comes up on TradeMe then you may have your wish :)

[NordieBoy]

Seen this Tony?
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=67830259

[weka2000]

Seen this Tony?
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=67830259

Isnt that the crowd wazza delt with re his 20D?

[weka2000]

If a Sigma 70-200 f2.8 comes up on TradeMe then you may have your wish :)

Wouldnt that be a laugh buying it back

[MHP]

found at http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/060824/20060823005750.html?.v=1. at the end of the day canon wouldn't release a camera that wasn't better than what nikon and sony would.

but at the end of the day, I will see what the review at dpreview.com would say. they test cameras rather well and since this is an upgrade to the existing rebel then they will be doing a compare between the two.


cool cheers, yeah the only way really to know the answer is to see images and compare, but thanks for that link. very informative

[joeseph]

Some Civic theatre pics - very average, promise to do better.
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=1893449#post1893449

[momentz]

Isnt that the crowd wazza delt with re his 20D?

It's parallel imported, as in the shops of the same name.

[MattL]

Isnt that the crowd wazza delt with re his 20D?

Yes.

Post a message saying you would buy it, but parralell imported treats their customers like ****, so you wont be doing business with them.

[scotttnz]

Hmmmmm......400D......surely a 40D can't be far behind? Can't have the entry level model with more MP than the mid range for long can we?

[scotttnz]

Anyone interested in a cheap 5D? If I had the money I would be tempted at this price. $3800 buy now.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=67775971&key=7136

[weka2000]

Anyone interested in a cheap 5D? If I had the money I would be tempted at this price. $3800 buy now.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=67775971&key=7136

DO NOT BUY FROM HIM. He was the chap with the 70-200 that I had to return and 1DmkII which I think was out of focus based on the results of the pics.

Nice guy but I have the feeling he is getting mates bringing in stuff all the time and it may not be 100% new

[theflyingkiwi]

another kiwi has been found, http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=207403

me thinks it time for the check list. I think the private plane would be a good start :)

[dgcorner]

Amen to that brother. I jumped (off a plane though) Feb 2001 and haven't looked back. I suppose I was luckier as I came to a job. Congrats on getting yours.

Thanks tag! Sorry, I didn't mean that literally... ;)

I did come over with a job very similar to what I had back in my previous life. I left that after 18 months after realising that my boss wanted to lay back and relax in terms of sales (he budgetted 2.5% growth!) whilst I wanted between 15-30% growth (actually 50% was achievable but I always under promise and over-deliver:lol: )

In my 2nd job I though that I would retire with the company after helping it turn around from losing $1M++ per annum -- little did I know that they would make me redundant in spite of the fact that I was the only one left in sales and marketing (go figure!)

[weka2000]

Ok guys here is the scoop on Glam..... He seems to be selling on behalf of pro gear in parnell. They have a 300 F2.8 for sale so I rang them....they said it may be sold via a freind to someone else. I asked if the frend was glam and wouldnt you know it it was :lol:

[MHP]

?? I don't quite get it, so they couldn't sell straight to you, you have to go through Glam?

you seen the 1ds II on trademe ?

[MHP]

?? I don't quite get it, so they couldn't sell straight to you, you have to go through Glam?

you seen the 1ds II on trademe ?

[NordieBoy]

Tony - Sigma AF 100-300 f4 APO HSM EX (Canon Mount) for $1,195.00
http://www.photo.co.nz/2ndhand/2ndproduct.asp?qSearch=Sigma+AF+100-300&idc=0&idm=0&submit=Search

[dgcorner]

Tony - Sigma AF 100-300 f4 APO HSM EX (Canon Mount) for $1,195.00
http://www.photo.co.nz/2ndhand/2ndproduct.asp?qSearch=Sigma+AF+100-300&idc=0&idm=0&submit=Search

Tony doesn't touch anything rated under 8... even if it is 8/7:D

RE Glam: why the heck can he sell things lower than ProGear then? From ProGear's website they have horrendous prices compared to AC

[dgcorner]

Is it just me or is the Forum timing-out or crawling along? I seem also to end up double posting... Pekka must be playing with a new server or trying out some new stuff.

[FlyingPete]

Is it just me or is the Forum timing-out or crawling along? I seem also to end up double posting... Pekka must be playing with a new server or trying out some new stuff.

Yep it is broken this morning, has a funny post I now have to retype because of a time out :rolleyes:

[joeseph]

Is it just me or is the Forum timing-out or crawling along? I seem also to end up double posting... Pekka must be playing with a new server or trying out some new stuff.
Probably struggling with the amount of general rambling... ;)

[Wazza]

Yeah, even on 56K, it's pretty slow ;)

I'll be leaving within 30min, shower, shave, pack the car, and off. :)

[weka2000]

Tony doesn't touch anything rated under 8... even if it is 8/7:D

RE Glam: why the heck can he sell things lower than ProGear then? From ProGear's website they have horrendous prices compared to AC

I think Glams got a family link with pro gear. I have often seen glam bid on lens, so Im not 100% sure how he sells chaper but I do know he goes overseas every now and then and brings stuff back.

Who would you buy from a Kiwi that others have dealt with or an asian you didnt know (no disrespect ment). The source of the equipment maybe the same place.

I have learnt a lot from my 70-200 F2.8 buy now on trademe. Auckland camera may b more expensive but at least you know they are not trying to screw you over knowingly or unknowngly.

[Wazza]

But surprisingly, most comments are photography related...
Even this one.. I just mentioned Photography.. Oops... I did it again!

[CliveyBoy]

me thinks it time for the check list.

I have a basic list - a substitute for having a memory. Although it is constructed from public material on this forum, perhaps there is a mechanism for storing the list on a thread which is access-protected.

Does anyone mind if a list of username/first name/city appears on this thread?

[dgcorner]

I have a basic list - a substitute for having a memory. Although it is constructed from public material on this forum, perhaps there is a mechanism for storing the list on a thread which is access-protected.

Does anyone mind if a list of username/first name/city appears on this thread?

Clive, Duncan has an excel spreadsheet with most of the team's data. I can email this to you if you want it.

I tried attaching but the system wouldn't allow it.

[weka2000]

Well it pays to check everything. The 300mm F2.8 was made in 1991 is does NOT have IS and they want $4500. For $7500 can get brand new from AC.

I wonder if is the same lens the guy from the hearld was trying to sell about a month ago ?

I could go 30D, 70-200 F4 and 300F4 IS and Canon 1.4 TC

http://www.fredmiranda.com/reviews/showproduct.php?product=39&sort=7&cat=2&page=2

[MattL]

Clive, Duncan has an excel spreadsheet with most of the team's data. I can email this to you if you want it.

I tried attaching but the system wouldn't allow it.

Yeah I'd appreciate it if that wasnt attached here for the world to see.

PM one of us your email address and we can email it to you. I could probably wack together a small password protected web based contact book thing if theres interest?

Matt

[Sweedishcarrot01]

Ok guys here is the scoop on Glam..... He seems to be selling on behalf of pro gear in parnell. They have a 300 F2.8 for sale so I rang them....they said it may be sold via a freind to someone else. I asked if the frend was glam and wouldnt you know it it was :lol:

That 300 has been in there for sooooo long, (they are also keen to drop the price to get rid of it)

[Sweedishcarrot01]

Yeah I'd appreciate it if that wasnt attached here for the world to see.

PM one of us your email address and we can email it to you. I could probably wack together a small password protected web based contact book thing if theres interest?

Matt

Do you know a simple way to password protect a website? If so, I'd be keen to find out.

[NordieBoy]

Do you know a simple way to password protect a website? If so, I'd be keen to find out.
Google for ".htaccess"
Should contain all you're after.

[MattL]

Do you know a simple way to password protect a website? If so, I'd be keen to find out.

Well, its simple for me. Where are you hosting it?

[Sweedishcarrot01]

Well, its simple for me. Where are you hosting it?

On my buddies server (an old computer in his wardrobe). We go through dyndns.org for set ups etc

[Sweedishcarrot01]

Google for ".htaccess"
Should contain all you're after.

Thanks, I'll check it out

[CliveyBoy]

Yeah I'd appreciate it if that wasnt attached here for the world to see. PM one of us your email address and we can email it to you. I could probably wack together a small password protected web based contact book thing if theres interest?

I have emailed John for the XL list, thanks Matt. No public-ation.

[Sweedishcarrot01]

Canon has finally announced a dust reducing system, along with the new 400D

http://www.dpreview.com/news/0608/06082416canoneos400drebelxti.asp

Check out the movie

[tim]

Even if they bought the dust reduction system and 10MP to the 40D I probably wouldn't upgrade, the 20Ds I have are still great cameras, make great prints, and do everything I need. A few hundred extra pixels along one edge won't make a significant difference anyway.

[weka2000]

Good on yah Tim :p

Ok Im finished, all spent and done spending :rolleyes:

Canon 30D, 70-200F2.8, 1.4TC, Auto Extension tubes, 77mm CP filter and Monopod.

Now less chat about what im going to buy and more time taking photos. Expect the quality of my photos to go up (better or the lads will think im a gear head :p )
Im happy but still at work, wold rather be at the zoo.

Im going to Mt Maunganui tonight for the weekend with my kids Sandras working so sleeping during the day

[joeseph]

Ok Im finished, all spent and done spending
and we have this in writing! well done Tony, I'm sure you'll sleep more soundly knowing the gear has been selected & bought. :)

[tim]

What, no IS?!

[dgcorner]

Good on yah Tim :p

Ok Im finished, all spent and done spending :rolleyes:

Canon 30D, 70-200F2.8, 1.4TC, Auto Extension tubes, 77mm CP filter and Monopod.

Now less chat about what im going to buy and more time taking photos. Expect the quality of my photos to go up (better or the lads will think im a gear head :p )
Im happy but still at work, wold rather be at the zoo.

Im going to Mt Maunganui tonight for the weekend with my kids Sandras working so sleeping during the day

Bugger... no 16-35:lol:

Drive safe Tony! I've been that way more times than I care to remember (head office was at the mount) that I've memorised the bends and curves both ways -- Matamata & the gorge... Have fun with the kids and don't get any sand into your precious camera and lenses.

[FlyingPete]

Even if they bought the dust reduction system and 10MP to the 40D I probably wouldn't upgrade, the 20Ds I have are still great cameras, make great prints, and do everything I need. A few hundred extra pixels along one edge won't make a significant difference anyway.


Ah so you haven't read about this (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=207618) :D

[dgcorner]

I have emailed John for the XL list, thanks Matt. No public-ation.

When did you send the email?

[CliveyBoy]

Well done, Tony - a very nice lineup. After 300D and 20D, I do like my 30D, and am sure yours will be a delight also.

I spent last weekend shooting outdoor glamour shots of 20 aspiring models. Great fun, but difficult lighting and wind. I thought of you, Tony. I hope this weekend to get to the World MTB Races in Rotorua.

Good Shooting to you all for this weekend.

[CliveyBoy]

When did you send the email?

Before I posted the forum response. But I did have a problem with POTN immediately after, so I assume it was lost. I have since sent a PM to Duncan, who kindly offered to send the latest update. Thanks, John.

[dgcorner]

Before I posted the forum response. But I did have a problem with POTN immediately after, so I assume it was lost. I have since sent a PM to Duncan, who kindly offered to send the latest update. Thanks, John.

Cool. For your reference I count 34 of us listed - some so active whilst others have just had 1-2 posts.

I listed kiwibloke asan honourary member since he drops in every once in a while.

As the French & Swiss say -- Bon weekend!

[weka2000]

What, no IS?!

Yeh Mono POD :p I saved heaps

[weka2000]

The next thing will be looking at cars for Sandra :rolleyes:

[DiscoLizard]

Congrats on the new gear Tony :)

I really want to get those lights you gave me working... should I just risk it with the hotshoe > pc-sync adaptor? I guess I'd be pretty unhappy if I blew up the camera tho :(

Clive - sounds like last weekend must have been fun :D

[scotttnz]

Glam sent me an email about a second hand 17-40 he is bringing in from the US. So he must buy stuff overseas to sell here.

[dgcorner]

A week ago I had a look at this thread (http://www.photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=205509&highlight=rosco+gel+filters) on coloured gels to change the output colour of flashguns... and I thought that was interesting.

I ordered my "FREE" sample of the gels thinking that I had nothing to lose if they didn't respond... lo and behold, I received the gels in the post this afternoon!!! I received 2 stack more than what I requested for so there are heaps of colours to play with.

If anyone wants to have a play let me know -- I'm stll saving up for my 580EX ;-)

[MHP]

Congrats on the new gear Tony :)

I really want to get those lights you gave me working... should I just risk it with the hotshoe > pc-sync adaptor? I guess I'd be pretty unhappy if I blew up the camera tho :(

Clive - sounds like last weekend must have been fun :D


do the lights go off a strobe? like can your camera flash set them off?. If so then you can make up a cardboard block to fit over it and reflect the light backwards, it should still set the lights off but not be enough to hinder the image too much depending on what you're shooting. You do have to tape it onto your camera though...

[weka2000]

Glam sent me an email about a second hand 17-40 he is bringing in from the US. So he must buy stuff overseas to sell here.

E-Bay is where he is getting from. He droped the 300mm down to encourage me but to little to late.

Im glad I have supported Auckland Camera. Yes costs me a little more but I have never had to return a dam thing from them yet.

The extension tubes autofocus :lol: The 1.4 TC is great onthe 70-200 now I need to test the Kenko 2xTC. Bigmas happy on the 30D decided not to glue it as Sandra may get into photography :rolleyes:

Decided to go down to Tauranga during the week, to much dam rushing around to day and Sandra and the kids need to have some time togather.

Im looking at going to Karelare tommorow with the girls any one else intrested.

[DiscoLizard]

do the lights go off a strobe? like can your camera flash set them off?. If so then you can make up a cardboard block to fit over it and reflect the light backwards, it should still set the lights off but not be enough to hinder the image too much depending on what you're shooting. You do have to tape it onto your camera though...

Thanks for the advice Mark - I don't really know, is the honest truth. All I know is that there is no plughole to stick the plug in. :oops:

I hadn't considered your way at all, I'll have to sit down and read the manual carefully.

[FlyingPete]

Im glad I have supported Auckland Camera. Yes costs me a little more but I have never had to return a dam thing from them yet.

Yep paid my AC supporters fees with my strobes as that is where they came from. Thought about using Trademe, but all unknown brands and support is a bit fuzzy.

[tim]

I wouldn't buy gear on trademe that I intend to use commercially, the support from AC or WPS would be worth what little extra you'd pay.

Speaking of new toys, my new Nokia 6233 arrived today, camera and video and stuff, so I have a new toy to play with this weekend :)

[weka2000]

Congrats on the new gear Tony :)

I really want to get those lights you gave me working... should I just risk it with the hotshoe > pc-sync adaptor? I guess I'd be pretty unhappy if I blew up the camera tho :(

Clive - sounds like last weekend must have been fun :D

Put up a question under the flash section see what answers you get back. I remember just pluging it into the pcsyn hole and presto :lol:

[weka2000]

I wouldn't buy gear on trademe that I intend to use commercially, the support from AC or WPS would be worth what little extra you'd pay.


Tim was that all I got from you was my looks and the way my wife dresses, im gutted :lol:

[MHP]

Thanks for the advice Mark - I don't really know, is the honest truth. All I know is that there is no plughole to stick the plug in. :oops:

I hadn't considered your way at all, I'll have to sit down and read the manual carefully.


when we first started using digital with flashes we tested with a Nikon 5700, we used a hotshoe. so I'm sure it will be o.k but to be safe I would try the camera flash first.

[IainB]

Good to see you're all sorted Tony. Supporting AC is the way to go IMHO. Would be good to have joined you at Karekare tomorrow , but wedding anniversary events have a slightly greater priority! 33 years today! :D

[OiPaz]

This afternoon I was looking at the picture I shot with the 16-35 last weekend at Winter Garden. I was surprised to see a little CA near the edges of the picure: remember I'm using a 350D. Of course I purposely shot at the worst conditions (16mm, f/2.8, some trees against the sky...), but I'm worried now about how this otherwise remarkable lens could behave on a FF camera!

[weka2000]

Good to see you're all sorted Tony. Supporting AC is the way to go IMHO. Would be good to have joined you at Karekare tomorrow , but wedding anniversary events have a slightly greater priority! 33 years today! :D

Well done how has she survived so long ;) Its nice to see among the group people with the ability to make one of the hardest things work. Shows what sort of people we are.

All the best to you both.

[weka2000]

This afternoon I was looking at the picture I shot with the 16-35 last weekend at Winter Garden. I was surprised to see a little CA near the edges of the picure: remember I'm using a 350D. Of course I purposely shot at the worst conditions (16mm, f/2.8, some trees against the sky...), but I'm worried now about how this otherwise remarkable lens could behave on a FF camera!

Never had any issues with the 17-40 mind you I dont shoot much in direct light during the day.

[FlyingPete]

Ah crap :evil:

I just got the phone call from my agency, just had my contract terminiated, seems Dell is not doing as well as they would like and they are having to do some trimming, usual, contractors first :evil: :evil: :evil:

[IainB]

Well done how has she survived so long ;) Its nice to see among the group people with the ability to make one of the hardest things work. Shows what sort of people we are.

All the best to you both.

Thanks Tony!

[NordieBoy]

Ah crap :evil:

I just got the phone call from my agency, just had my contract terminiated, seems Dell is not doing as well as they would like and they are having to do some trimming, usual, contractors first :evil: :evil: :evil:

Bugger :(

[weka2000]

Ah crap :evil:

I just got the phone call from my agency, just had my contract terminiated, seems Dell is not doing as well as they would like and they are having to do some trimming, usual, contractors first :evil: :evil: :evil:

So you work for an agency that out source work to you from different companys

[CliveyBoy]

wedding anniversary events have a slightly greater priority! 33 years today! :D

Congratulations and best wishes from 48 years. And my wife wants to know how you come to remember and do something about it!

[CliveyBoy]

just had my contract terminated:evil: :evil: :evil:

What NordieBoy said, again. Commiserations and best wishes for a fast repositioning.

[Moppie]

Ah crap :evil:

I just got the phone call from my agency, just had my contract terminiated, seems Dell is not doing as well as they would like and they are having to do some trimming, usual, contractors first :evil: :evil: :evil:


Damn, never liked Dell anyway though.
This is just another reason not to use thier products.

Im sure you will find other work soon enough though. <img>

[weka2000]

Congratulations and best wishes from 48 years. And my wife wants to know how you come to remember and do something about it!

You been married 48 years... Dam I feel young again :lol: . Dont worry wazza you are still young enough to be my son ;)

I have a photo of the day Sandra and I meet. I remeber the day, date and what she was wearing. I aslo remember the look on the in-laws face when we told them we were engaged 2 weeks latter.... Sandars mum looks at her "Are you pregant? " :lol:

[rabsoft]

Ah crap :evil:

I just got the phone call from my agency, just had my contract terminiated, seems Dell is not doing as well as they would like and they are having to do some trimming, usual, contractors first :evil: :evil: :evil:

Sorry to hear that, I have noticed there is abit of a lul in the higher end IT jobs at the moment have been looking for one for awhile and hand had only 2 offers :( neither what I wanted though