Does anyone have a functional Canon?

[Woolburr]

Or am I the only one?

Since when is the box a critical element of photography?

Since when does "I just got my very first camera yesterday and I think the EF 400mm f/5.6 L is obsolete." qualify as words of wisdom?

Since when does having a scratch on a lens hood make your copy of the lens "soft"?

Since when does dust on the sensor mean a camera is "defective"?

Since when did we stop taking pictures and simply become whiners?

:rolleyes:

[Ronald S. Jr.]

only just the night before...'bout 8 o'clock.

[PetKal]

Good thinking, Danny.
However, you thereby also show your age.;)

[tiktaalik]

Since when did we stop taking pictures and simply become whiners?


These things marked 'Canon' take pictures?!? :shock:

[Woolburr]

These things marked 'Canon' take pictures?!? :shock:

No...they collect scratches, dust, crumpled boxes, and burned spots on LCDs!

[Woolburr]

Good thinking, Danny.
However, you thereby also show your age.;)

I know Petey....let's go shoot some Wombats!

[bieber]

But, but, but...the softness...

[Primm]

I bought all my lenses (except the nifty) second-hand.

All the boxes were in pristine condition when I got them. I threw them out - I don't plan to ever sell these babies!

I've never done a focus test with a piece of paper with lines on it.

I don't care about scratches on lenses, in fact, I bought one with a mark on it deliberately because the seller knocked $50 off!

When my sensor gets a bucketload of dust on it (like huge big clumps and big hairy caterpillars) I clean it, then keep shooting.

I change my lenses on the beach! Horrors! And I cart them around with me in an old backpack with cut-off wetsuit arms and legs around them. OK, I did cave and buy a Crumpler, but it was used as well.

So I completely see where you are coming from.

For goodness sake people, just get out there and SHOOT !!!

[Woolburr]

I bought all my lenses (except the nifty) second-hand.

All the boxes were in pristine condition when I got them. I threw them out - I don't plan to ever sell these babies!

I've never done a focus test with a piece of paper with lines on it.

I don't care about scratches on lenses, in fact, I bought one with a mark on it deliberately because the seller knocked $50 off!

When my sensor gets a bucketload of dust on it (like huge big clumps and big hairy caterpillars) I clean it, then keep shooting.

I change my lenses on the beach! Horrors! And I cart them around with me in an old backpack with cut-off wetsuit arms and legs around them. OK, I did cave and buy a Crumpler, but it was used as well.

So I completely see where you are coming from.

For goodness sake people, just get out there and SHOOT !!!

Good heavens....someone needs to check your temperature! ;)

[Karl C]

One of these days, just for s**ts and giggles, I'm going to get an original F-1 with a 50mm. Then, I'm going find someone with more money than photographic sense, take away their gear (numerous "L's" and other high-dollar stuff which they're clueless how to use), and tell them to shoot with the F-1!

Bbbbbbut, it's got no AF, histogram, and it uses something funny for recording images! My GAWD, where's the CF card?

No doubt I'll be rolling around on the ground LMAO! :lol:

[Primm]

Good heavens....someone needs to check your temperature! ;)

Yeah, I know.

After hanging around this place for a while, some days I think there must be something wrong with me. :lol:

[Woolburr]

One of these days, just for s**ts and giggles, I'm going to get an original F-1 with a 50mm. Then, I'm going find someone with more money than photographic sense, take away their gear (numerous "L's" and other high-dollar stuff which they're clueless how to use), and tell them to shoot with the F-1!

Bbbbbbut, it's got no AF, histogram, and it uses something funny for recording images! My GAWD, where's the CF card?

No doubt I'll be rolling around on the ground LMAO! :lol:

I just happen to know where there is an F1 dying for some use.

[breal101]

One of my favorite factoids is that the majority of service calls by appliance repairmen is the result of the appliance not being plugged in to the wall outlet, ie user error. That couldn't possibly apply to cameras though I am certain of that.:rolleyes:

[20droger]

Hey! Doesn't the fact that one was smart enough to buy a DSLR in the first place automatically mean that one is an expert photographer?

Surely the former guarantees the latter!

And, of course, the proof is that you are such a great photographer that your mind excludes all else—such as the ability to communicate in English.

[20droger]

One of my favorite factoids is that the majority of service calls by appliance repairmen is the result of the appliance not being plugged in to the wall outlet, ie user error. That couldn't possibly apply to cameras though I am certain of that.:rolleyes:
Maybe with a Nikonian, but never with a Canonite!

[Woolburr]

One of my favorite factoids is that the majority of service calls by appliance repairmen is the result of the appliance not being plugged in to the wall outlet, ie user error. That couldn't possibly apply to cameras though I am certain of that.:rolleyes:

Actually, it was a thread about not plugging the camera in that started this...advice from an expert that a used camera had to be faulty if it has the previous owners name on it. And there is never a reason to plug in your camera or ever use Canon software...because I heard it from a friend of a friend of a friend's snob that Canon software is somehow inferior.

[breal101]

I have a question for that hexpert, I have a coilly cord with a pc connection on one end and an ac plug on the other. Should I plug my camera in with this cord?:lol:

[Kevin]

I just collect boxes, love those boxes.

[JAZZ D.P.G.]

Or am I the only one?

Since when is the box a critical element of photography?

Since when does "I just got my very first camera yesterday and I think the EF 400mm f/5.6 L is obsolete." qualify as words of wisdom?

Since when does having a scratch on a lens hood make your copy of the lens "soft"?

Since when does dust on the sensor mean a camera is "defective"?

Since when did we stop taking pictures and simply become whiners?

:rolleyes:

Some times you have to just shake your head and walk away.

Or, just thank them for supporting your hobby by assisting with keeping the prices down.

Offer to buy the bad equipment for a judicious cost that would fine them for being *

A parent soon learns there are some things you just cannot fix.

[Woolburr]

I just collect boxes, love those boxes.

I am thinking of opening a box museum...

[Mike R]

I'm sorry to say but this behavior will increase steadily through the holiday season.
However, most of us will still be kind to them.

[Karl C]

Sounds like an interesting thread was missed. Anyone have a link to it?

[Woolburr]

No one thread in particular amigo...just a culmination of several...

[Primm]

Sounds like an interesting thread was missed. Anyone have a link to it?

Not one in particular, but some examples:

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=411141 . Note posts #25 and #26, where the person who suggested they just get out and take some shots was howled down.

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=411467

I'd look for more, but I can't be bothered. These are just the two on the first page of new posts at the moment.

[BradT0517]

with cut-off wetsuit arms and legs around them.

Now that doesnt sound like to bad of an idea.:)

[cdifoto]

Mine are both broken. I have yet to see any Playboy bunnies in either viewfinder.

[Woolburr]

Are Playboy bunnies known to frequent the cornfields around your neighborhood?:lol:

[cdifoto]

Are Playboy bunnies known to frequent the cornfields around your neighborhood?:lol:

Apparently not. All we have are field rats.

[Woolburr]

I notice that every time I drive through.

[Inspired Photography]

Not one in particular, but some examples:

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=411141 . Note posts #25 and #26, where the person who suggested they just get out and take some shots was howled down.

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=411467

I'd look for more, but I can't be bothered. These are just the two on the first page of new posts at the moment.

Yeah fantastic post.

You wouldn't believe the amount of PM's i get when i post an image in the G&N forum of a pretty girl i have just shot.

Not "how do you get such vibrant colours" or "wow that is sharp, how do i do that" - just "What lens did you use" - AS IF IT MATTERS!!!

*well i realise that it somewhat does matter, but not really. if they want to replicate my shot, having the same lens isn't going to matter squat.

[cdifoto]

*well i realise that it somewhat does matter, but not really. if they want to replicate my shot, having the same lens isn't going to matter squat.

Nope, they just need the same hot models!

[Jon]

One of these days, just for s**ts and giggles, I'm going to get an original F-1 with a 50mm. Then, I'm going find someone with more money than photographic sense, take away their gear (numerous "L's" and other high-dollar stuff which they're clueless how to use), and tell them to shoot with the F-1!

Bbbbbbut, it's got no AF, histogram, and it uses something funny for recording images! My GAWD, where's the CF card?

No doubt I'll be rolling around on the ground LMAO! :lol:

I just happen to know where there is an F1 dying for some use.
Funny thing, that - so do I. 2 of the 3 generations, in fact.

[blonde]

Actually, it was a thread about not plugging the camera in that started this...advice from an expert that a used camera had to be faulty if it has the previous owners name on it. And there is never a reason to plug in your camera or ever use Canon software...because I heard it from a friend of a friend of a friend's snob that Canon software is somehow inferior.



haha, that thread was great!!!!!! the guy buys a perfectly fine 1DmkII and this kid tells him that it is defective because it has the old owner's name on it :) i was about to offer the guy $50 for his mkII....

[Woolburr]

haha, that thread was great!!!!!! the guy buys a perfectly fine 1DmkII and this kid tells him that it is defective because it has the old owner's name on it :) i was about to offer the guy $50 for his mkII....

I've been trying to get the advice giver to come to one of our local group meetings...to perhaps expand his horizons a bit...but he seems reluctant...oh well...

I seriously considered digging my wallet out too...I suspect if it had gone on much longer, there might just have been a fire sale!:lol:

[Karl C]

I've been trying to get the advice giver to come to one of our local group meetings...to perhaps expand his horizons a bit...but he seems reluctant...oh well...

Some haven't learned that it's better to be thought of as a fool than to open their mouth and let the world know the truth.

:lol:

[Woolburr]

Some haven't learned that it's better to be thought of as a fool than to open their mouth and let the world know the truth.

:lol:

If I didn't know better, I would think that was a famous quote.;)

[calicokat]

I keep waiting for new camera models to come out so I can take even worse pictures with the older camera's I have

[shannyD]

Good thinking, Danny.
However, you thereby also show your age.;)

then ill say hes around the same age as i am.. and lets just say thats in the middle of 20 amd 30. lol

but i feel the same way.

[Woolburr]

then ill say hes around the same age as i am.. and lets just say thats in the middle of 20 amd 30. lol

but i feel the same way.

Gee thanks...only problem is...you are the same age as my kids...hehehe:lol:

[condyk]

Dumbness has never been a function of age ...

I believe POTN is largely a spectator sport. Every now and again one has the option to lob in an 'opening line' and then sit back to watch the 'drama' unfold. All that is needed is a little 'direction' as the 'actors' play out the whole of reality there in front of us: war, death, love, glory, betrayal, stupidity, egotism, and my little pony ... be irritated or amused. It is all pointless ;-)